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Join Blaine Carter for a transformative week in the breathtaking surroundings of Costa Rica, from November 23rd to November 30th, 2024. This retreat, aptly titled ‘On the Journey of Yoga: A Stop in Costa Rica,’ is designed for yogis of all levels seeking to explore the depths of their practice amidst the natural beauty of the Osa Peninsula. Each day begins with an invigorating morning asana class, setting the tone for a day filled with discovery, reflection, and personal growth. Late afternoons will welcome you into a space of gentle movement with classes focused on Yin Yoga and Yoga Nidra,…

Yin and Yoga Nidra Continuing Education (30 hours) Eight days, seven nights Our course offers a deep dive into the style of yin yoga and the practice of yoga nidra, with the goal of giving new teachers the tools and confidence to teach these techniques in their classes. Yin yoga is characterized by longer holds in a variety of seated or reclined positions that target the deep connective tissues of the body. Rather than focusing on strengthening the muscles, the practice focuses on accessing deeper physical layers such as the fascia, ligaments, joints and bones. By targeting these areas primarily…

Our Inner Wild: The Alchemical Pelvis Eligible for 30 hours YA Continuing Education Eight days, seven nights ‘You only have to let the soft animal of your body love what it loves’  ~Mary Oliver Embark on a journey into the wild pelvis, where exploring the primal and ancestral aspects of our body—as above, so below—reveals deeper insights into our own physicality and desires. By listening to this sacred space, we unlock our deep wisdom and the driving force of our soul's language. Through yoga and other practices, we honor our beautiful form and strengthen the connection between mind and body.…

A SEVEN-DAY NEW YEAR’S RETREAT USHERING IN LASTING POSITIVE CHANGE  “The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new” – Socrates How do you plan to “build the new” in 2025? Don’t just restore factory settings but upgrade your whole system on the seven-day New Days, New Ways retreat, a transformational journey encompassing yoga, meditation, bodywork and three health-supportive meals every day, all while immersed in nature in the wild coastal jungle of Costa Rica’s intensely biodiverse Osa Peninsula.  As the year draws to a close, the holiday…

For over 12 years we've been leading our special yoga retreats in beautiful and exotic locations where you can explore new ways to connect with yourself and nature. Get inspired through unique vinyasa flows and yin yoga practices, which are often accompanied by live hang music. You’ll be encouraged to surrender and breathe deeper, celebrating the experience of stillness and a new sense of vibrancy within yourself. PUERTO JIMENEZ, OSA PENINSULA Go off the beaten path to a place where your alarm clock is the call of a playful howler monkey, your lullaby, cicada song carried on the Pacific breeze,…

Join us in Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula for a retreat that goes beyond relaxation and rejuvenation, offering a profound journey of connection to nature, self, your desires, and energy. Step away from your daily routines so that you can explore who you are at your core and what you want in this next phase of your life. Embrace the tranquility and magic of this tropical paradise, and return home with a renewed sense of vitality and purpose. If you live in Vermont, or another northern climate, you'll likely be ready to take a break from the cold, dark days of…

If you have been looking for an opportunity to unwind, rest and come back to some form of balance and perspective, this retreat is meant for you. Join renowned mindfulness, meditation and yoga teacher Bram Levinson for this all-inclusive 8-night mindfulness-based yoga and meditation retreat nestled away in the Costa Rican jungle. Our home for the duration of our stay will be Nereus Retreats, a beautiful and ultra-comfortable family-run gem of a retreat centre. Nestled on the Osa Peninsula, this private spot has its own jungle-path access to the beach and some of the greatest biodiversity found anywhere in the…

Yoga offers timeless practices that invite us to know ourselves at the most essential level, to ground into this understanding and to live authentically from there. Simply put, we do this by melting away all the layers of tension in the body, mind and breath so our essence can shine forth, like sunlight pouring through a clean glass window.  This retreat will offer the practices and space that can invite the softening of the unnecessary holding we carry. During the week together, we will weave together asana (yoga poses), pranayama (breath-work), contemplation and meditation to explore the subtle layers of body, mind…

TEACHER TRAINING Nereus School of Yoga offers an enriching program of professional teaching qualifications. Join us to deepen your journey and inspire others in a transformative path of wellness. RYT200  This training will cover the styles of hatha and vinyasa within the raja yoga system, with the goal of giving new teachers the tools and confidence to deliver a thoughtful and safe class rooted in authenticity. A large focus on cueing, sequencing and inclusivity will be the base, giving students the knowledge of how to modify a practice for any body and contraindication. We believe that yoga should be accessible…

Is your idea of the perfect vacation one in which you have nothing to think about but what you are reading? Our relaxing reading retreats are designed for this! Spend your days reading by the saltwater pool, at the beach, or in your room as you listen to the monkeys play. Meet other book lovers and discuss your favorite reads. Our host, Nereus Retreats, is a beautiful family-run boutique retreat center in Puerto Jimenez, a town that feels like it is at the end of the world. Nestled on the Osa Peninsula, the hotel has its own jungle-path access to…

Ready to unleash your creativity in paradise? We're at the lush Nereus Retreat Center for 7 days & 6 nights in the Osa Peninsula of Costa Rica. Saltwater pool, rainforest surroundings, and steps to the Pacific Coastline. Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime art experience. You’re An Artist Make art in a community that celebrates you. Intuitive painting guided by me. No judgment. Learn: My whole-hearted practice: meditation, journaling, tarot. Painting demos. Mark making, layering. My favorite paints and tools. Color mixing tips. It’s not paint-by-numbers. Here, express your unique style. We'll form a supporting and uplifting community together. Get Inspired…

TEACHER TRAINING Nereus School of Yoga offers an enriching program of professional teaching qualifications. Join us to deepen your journey and inspire others in a transformative path of wellness. RYT200  This training will cover the styles of hatha and vinyasa within the raja yoga system, with the goal of giving new teachers the tools and confidence to deliver a thoughtful and safe class rooted in authenticity. A large focus on cueing, sequencing and inclusivity will be the base, giving students the knowledge of how to modify a practice for any body and contraindication. We believe that yoga should be accessible…