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Embracing Transitions, An Island Retreat for Women: St Croix, US Virgin Islands: April 30 – May 3, 2026

Transform Your Story in St. Croix

Stacey and I are weaving something really powerful.

Embracing Transitions Retreat

Menopause (Pre & Post) Retreat

This retreat is for every woman who feels called to pause, reset, and reimagine the way she relates to her body, her health, and her story.

This isn’t just a retreat, it’s a rebirth. Together with ELDOA Practitioner & Movement Specialist Stacey Stone and Functional Wellness Coach, Chef and Reiki Master Teacher Monique Costello, you’ll step into a nourishing space designed to help you uncover and release the narratives that keep you stressed, sick, or stuck, so you can create a new one rooted in strength, wisdom, and ease.

Life is full of transitions, whether it’s hormones shifting, responsibilities changing, or simply feeling the pull to slow down and reconnect. Instead of resisting, we’ll learn to embrace these natural cycles as invitations. Your body is not broken. It’s communicating. It’s wise. It’s strong.

 

At the heart of this retreat is a recognition: transitions are seen as transformation. Perimenopause, menopause, and post menopause, aging, and life’s transitions are not signs of weakness; they are invitations to embrace the body’s wisdom, resilience, and deep well of confidence.

Through a unique flow of guided conversations, ELDOA and somatic movement, journaling, and creative practices, you’ll:

  • Explore the narratives that shape your health and energy

  • Learn to hear your body’s symptoms as communication, not punishment

  • Rewrite your story from one of fear and resistance to one of strength and grace

  • Reconnect with your body’s innate wisdom through daily ELDOA, functional movement, and nourishing cuisine

  • Deepen your practice with meditation under the stars, ocean breezes, and the healing beauty of St. Croix

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Menopause retreat meals

 

As you discover how symptoms can become guideposts, you’ll walk away listening more deeply to what your body is telling you. explore ways to release the stories that keep you in old patterns. Together we’ll build confidence in your body’s strength and wisdom. 

This retreat is about changing the language around aging, change, health, and menopause, shifting from fear and frustration to empowerment, renewal, and freedom.

🌙 Imagine leaving with a new story, one that celebrates who you are, honors what you’ve been through, and embraces where you’re going.

 

Sample Itinerary:  

Each day is designed to flow gently, giving you time to connect, restore, and embrace your body’s wisdom.

Mornings
☀️ Wake up to the sound of the ocean and begin with a grounding morning meditation
💫 Flow into ELDOA movement practice  to strengthen, release, and align the body
🥥 Enjoy a nourishing plant-based breakfast crafted with fresh, local ingredients

Afternoons
Gather for transformational workshops exploring the stories that shape our health and energy
Move seamlessly into somatic practices, journaling, or art to help shift old narratives into new ones
Free time to swim, rest by the pool, or explore the island at your own pace

Evenings
Share in a vibrant, seasonal community dinner
Wind down with practices to soothe the nervous system:
-Guided meditation under the stars
-Yoga Nidra for deep rest

 

SAVE THE DATES!  April 30 – May 3, 2026

PRICING AND ROOMS COMING SOON. REACH OUT IN THE MEANTIME TO EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST, TALK DIRECTLY WITH STACEY/MONIQUE, AND BE FIRST ON THE LIST TO CHOOSE YOUR ROOM!: EMAIL: monique@happyeatshealthy.com

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Costa Rica Yoga Nutrition and Nature Retreat!

Costa Rica Yoga Retreat:  January 11-18th, 2025;  Limited spots are remain, you don’t want to miss this one!

The healing powers exert themselves almost instantly – daily stresses dissipate as you walk the tropical gardens, do yoga next to the pool, play in the surf on the beaches of Guiones, nosh on fresh fruit or simply stargaze and enjoy the soothing sounds of the jungle.

Join Jennifer Goodman, former Joffrey Ballet Dancer, and Monique Costello, Functional Medicine Wellness Chef & Coach, on a transformational retreat in Nosara, Costa Rica.  

Recharge in Paradise!

Experience a week of movement, mindfulness and glorious nutrition on our Costa Rica Yoga Retreat. 

You’ll have the space to focus on what’s most important – you.

Our relaxed approach offers everything you need to recharge, with carefully designed activities and hours of free time each day. From movement classes on the beach, yoga under the palazzo, to watching turtles hatch, this retreat is your ultimate get away. Everything is completely optional plus we’ve worked in plenty of free time to just be, do or explore.  

Our Private Villa: JADE

This isn’t your typical eco-retreat.

Our private villa is set just inside the jungle, steps off the beach. Individual bungalows artfully decorate the pool the yoga deck commanding attention at the helm.

Jade is a luxury boutique villa thoughtfully integrated into the surrounding jungle. Surrounding the pool and garden are seven separate and private bungalows with ensuite bathroom and A/C.

Our private Costa Rican villa is steps from incredible restaurants, coffee, surf, boutique designer shops, yoga classes, various unique jungle-style gyms, a market, and more.  

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FAQ’s

How do I book my retreat?

Take a look at the available rooms. Contact Jennifer or Monique to place a non refundable deposit. As part of our booking process, we take the time to have a conversation with each prospective guest. It’s a zero-pressure call to answer your questions and get to know each other.

Deposits

A $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your spot. Final payments are due 60 days prior to the start of the retreat.

What do I need to enter Costa Rica

A return flight ticket is needed when entering Costa Rica. The immigration officer will ask for it upon your arrival. Visitors to Costa Rica must have a valid passport. If you’re coming from outside the US, you may need to provide proof of vaccination. You can check what’s required here.

How do I get to Nosara? We are working on shuttle options, stay tuned. Here are the key notes: Recommended Route 1 Fly into Liberia, Costa Rica. From there, you can fly SANSA Airlines to Nosara or we can coordinate your 2.5-hour private car to Nosara. Recommended Route 2   Fly into San Jose, Costa Rica. From there, you can fly Green Airways or SANSA Airlines to Nosara or we can coordinate your 5-hour private car to Nosara.
What’s included in the price? Seven night/Eight day stay at Jade Nosara Daily light breakfast, chef-prepared brunch, chef-prepared dinner and healthy snacks. two yoga classes per day.  Onsite villa manager/concierge to coordinate anything you’d like to do. Tips for Jade Villa staff. Tips for Jennifer and Monique are customary, but not required.
How do I book my retreat? Take a look at the available rooms. Contact Jennifer (jennifergoodman1111@gmail.com ) or Monique (monique@happyeatshealthy.com) to place a nonrefundable deposit.
Deposits A $1,00 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your spot. Final payments are due 60 days prior to the start of the retreat.
What are the days like? The days are designed to balance space and structure, giving you the flexibility to make the trip yours while offering activities that help you connect with yourself. Everything is completely optional. You’ll find that each day follows a similar flow: 7:30-8:00 – Light breakfast. 8:30-9:45 – Morning yoga. 10-11 – Brunch at Jade. 11-4:30 – Free time. This is when you can go to the beach, walk the jungle trails, explore the town, or do any other activities like surfing, ziplining, ATVs, etc. 4:30-5:30 – Afternoon yoga. 5:30-6:30 – Watch the sunset on the beach. It’s a nightly ritual in the town with unforgettable, pure sunsets. 7:00-8:00 – Dinner at Jade. Times and activities will vary depending on the day, but this should give you a good feel for what the days are like.
What’s the food like? Two words – delicious and healthy. Meals are created by your wellness chef. Fresh fruit and breakfast snacks are set out each morning at 7am Brunch will be laid out at 10am each day. Dinner is anticipated at 7pm. All food sensitivities can be accommodated with notice. Throughout the day, you’ll have access to healthy snacks at Jade. There are also countless restaurants in the area if you’d like more to eat during the day.
Will I be hungry? Predominantly plant-based breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks are cooked fresh by me, your wellness chef. This isn’t meant to be a detox retreat, though every past participant has left feeling lighter and, more importantly, connected intuitively with the impact food has on their body. We don’t want anyone to go hungry so you can saunter into the kitchen anytime for a snack and, as an added bonus, you may find yourself in a private li’l cooking class.
What should I pack? Here’s an awesome starting place for your packing list: Passport (we recommend making a paper copy and keeping it separate from your passport) Cash for any additional activities you’d like to do Workout clothes (e.g., yoga, meditation) Clothes for hanging at the villa Clothes to sleep in (rooms are air conditioned) Swimwear Sunscreen (we recommend reef-safe brands like Raw Elements) Toiletries Medications Bug spray Socks and underwear Sandals or flip flops Gym shoes you’re ok getting dirty (the streets aren’t paved) Rain jacket or poncho; November-March is dry season, but rain is still possible Refillable water bottle Sunglasses Beach towel Any reading material Small bag to bring to the beach or around town Headphones Chargers

Optional Add-Ons

Optional adds-on are those activities that are available for an additional fee.

You deserve to treat your body and mind like they are the only ones you’ve got!

Optional Add-ons: Surfing – Book a private or semi private lesson with the top surfers in Nosara. Zip Lining – The longest, most exhilarating canopy tour in the world. crisscrossing the beautiful jungle. Mountain Biking – Rent a bike and discover amazing jungle paths. Tennis — Explore the Red Clay Courts in the Jungle! Tour the Jungle on a 4-Wheeler – Rent a 4-Wheeler and ride through rivers and swim in a waterfall. Fishing — Explore the beautiful nature around Guanacaste. Let us plan your trip out for the day., Horse Back Riding — We can have the horses delivered to Jade — enjoy riding along the trails and beach. Yoga — Yoga, Pilates, sound Journeys and more! Birding/Hiking – Find solitude on one of our many nature paths. Olive Ridley and Leatherback Sea Turtles – about 10 Lunar cycles bring us early morning visits from both sea turtles as they return at the same time every year to lay eggs. About 60 days later, the baby turtles hatch and find their way to the ocean. Ask if they are laying eggs or hatching during your visit.  

ACCOMODATIONS @ JADE

Relax and retreat to your own nest overlooking the amazing pool and jungle gardens.

Grand Bungalows: 5 available

A collection of one-of-a-kind spaces that feel as discreet as a private residence, each with its own style and appeal; great to share with another traveler. Bungalows are scattered around the pool. Put on a bathing suit and have a quick jump in the pool or read your favorite novel and disappear with the sounds of the garden. 

Remaining rooms as of 9/25/2024 : 

  • 1 master bungalow, minimum double occupancy; can sleep up to 3: $3,300 pp
  • 1 grand bungalow, minimum double occupancy: $3,100 pp

Jungle suite: 2 available: SOLD OUT

Jungle Suites are designed with an exquisite level of detail, vaulted ceilings, and spacious interiors. Each Jungle Bungalow is a standalone building with its own private entrance, bath, and A/C. These offer a little more privacy, great for couples. Two stylish living spaces with interiors that remind you ‘home’ isn’t simply a place – it’s a feeling. Each has a private terrace blending seamlessly with the indoors and jungle gardens surrounding them. These suites can be set up as two twin beds or a king-size bed. The shower has a skylight that brings warm light into the bathroom. These two suites live side by side in a duplex hidden behind a wall from the yoga pavilion. They are identical – just flipped around with the bedrooms on the exteriors of the building. Two Jungle Suites Available: $2,900 pp for double occupancy $4,100 solo travelers



Don’t delay reserving your spot. This retreat is limited to 14 guests and will sell out!

 Get to know your retreat leaders or to reserve a room:

Jennifer at www.tinydanceryogi.com/

Monique at www.happyeatshealthy.com/  

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