RESTORE YOUR MIND BODY HEART AND SOUL WITH THE WILD

A mindful, sensory, elemental, nature immersion in EcoSomatics.

Think of a snake shedding its skin and RE-emerging.

Immerse yourself in the elements of the natural world for wonder, renewal, restoring, & rewilding.
Find belonging inside and out in EcoSomatics.
With intentions to fully reconnect to your beautiful self
There will be opportunities for relaxation, exploration, mindfulness, nature learnings, contemplation, play, creativity, belonging, solitude, and connection with all of yourself.

All of you is welcome.

7 days & nights
Arrive Sunday, February 18th 2024
Depart Sunday, February 25th 2024

You will be completely immersed in nature to align senses with all elements - earth, air, water, fire, flora & fauna.

Tiskita Jungle Lodge

There are few places left on the planet to experience the luxury of being immersed in nature with less human impact. Tiskita Jungle Lodge - An 800 acre private biological reserve with both old growth forest and secondary forest - waterfall, hiking trails, swimming pool, orchards of fruits including cacao, gardens, and a very short walk to an expansive beach where you may find yourself the only person there. Punta Banco is at the southernmost point of the Pacific side of Costa Rica. A more remote area with less tourism known for its beautiful rainforests.

For all women identified, femme, non-binary, queer while honouring that there is fluidity and constellation of identities.

A retreat for

➤ Women identified, femme, non-binary, queer persons.

➤ Nature lovers

➤ Interested in practicing mindfulness in meditation, movement and in general all of life.

➤ Wanting to deepen into the body, senses, and elements mindfully & playfully & sacredly.

➤ Fascinated by the the great mysteries of the universe and nature.

➤ Longing for a sense of belonging within and without.

➤ Longing for a restorative space to reconnect with nature and yourself and others.

➤ Curious about an exploration in EcoSomatics.

➤ Seekers

LIVE IN RHYTHM WITH NATURE

NATURE’S RHYTHMS CO-CREATE OUR SCHEDULE. The sun rises, and we awaken along with the sounds of jungle life. You’ll make your way down a short path to the Yoga Shala to join meditation, soothing mindful movements and easeful stretching, and we circle together with intentions & elemental themes for the day. Then to breakfast, made with care and you in mind- you’ll swear breakfast never tasted so good! There will be three nourishing meals that meet your individual dietary needs along with the friendship in conversation at meal times. In between meals, you’ll get to participate in some planned group activities, as well as time for individual exploration & rest. We end our day in a final circle of sharing, story telling, and deep relaxation that softens your mind, heart and soul to drift off to bed with the ocean & jungle as a lullaby.

There will be continual moments of wonder sprinkled throughout the retreat (by nature and myself) to help guide you towards your own source of inner sanctuary & magic. A barebones schedule with the activities listed.

Image by @cranberin taken with fire sisters during Ignite Fire Keepers Retreat in Costa Rica

Sacred moon circle

We gather in sacred ceremony with the ritual of fire and moon to release and transform. Together with the elements, full moon, enormous starlit sky, vast wild ocean, beach and rocks, jungle trees and creatures to witness the power of intention, spelling and vocalizing what will be.

Image by Renee Coutlee @reneecoutleephoto

UNFURL & EMERGE

There will be time & space to allow the beautiful parts of yourself to release and unfurl through the experiences together as well as on your own individual time. Activities are optional although you will want to experience all the magic.

Hi! I am Christina Marie, your guide on this EcoSomatic journey. I am a psychotherapist training in Somatic Experiencing. My yoga training in an eco-based multidimensional, mindfulness practice led me to Costa Rica and Tiskita Jungle Lodge. I feel called to introduce you to this land and the magic it offers.

You can learn more about your hosts of R&R including Celia and Sasha here.

  • There is something to be said about “letting go” but it is further enhanced by a confident leader encouraging you saying: “It’s okay, just be, notice yourself, breathe.” Christina was always attentive and mindful of each person’s level of comfort and possible hesitancies, reminding everyone to move at their own pace, with no pressure and no judgments. If you are looking to unplug and reset this is the experience for you! From gentle restorative yoga and reclaiming a balance of your personal being with the elements, you have found your place and are in good hands with her retreats! ~Sasha

  • I came out of this experience feeling better and different than I ever have from any other vacation. Experiencing new things, being pushed out of my comfort zone and being completely independent within the safety of a small group gave me a space of renewal that I didn’t know I needed. From the healing massage on the yoga deck and playing in waterfall pools to seeing macaws, monkeys and toucans daily as I walked from getting my morning coffee on the way to morning yoga was magical. The food was delicious and healthy, and served on a schedule. Everyone at Tiskita was so friendly and accommodating, I just can’t say enough about how wonderful this place is and the people there. I would come back and do this over and over again! ~Anne

  • Once I stepped into the jungles of Tiskita, what was promised as the experience came true. The lodge is set on a fantastic piece of land. You’ll see all the creatures and plants your heart could ever dream of. You’ll spend time with people so full of kindness, it will make you not want to go back home. It’s important to be aware that this is a nature experience, so you’ll be sleeping amongst the sounds of monkeys, birds and cicadas (and who knows what else!). If you’re open to that experience, then Tiskita is the perfect place for you, and what better way to experience it than with a wonderful human being coordinating your activities. ~Kat

  • This experience was simply amazing. Christina provided safe space and gentle invitation to explore the felt sense of interconnection and dancing with the elements. She invited us to explore connection to self, to the group, and to the environment. My biggest take away was being immersed in all the elements and being one with nature and all of its inhabitants. Honoring the culture and the balance of this diverse ecosystem is something I will never forget. Christina was a gentle guide supporting me in this immersion while allowing choice, individuality and freedom to be me, while welcoming all of my parts. I have huge gratitude to have been invited into this magical place. The options of engagement were endless and I felt release and rejuvenation. This was a life changing experience that I highly recommend!! ~Jennifer