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costa rica yoga retreat

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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Nosara, Costa Rica Yoga Retreat



Costa Rica Yoga Retreat
Yoga Nutrition Retreat in Costa Rica

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/  

chronic pain retreat

Chronic Pain Retreat: Unwinding Pain… through the elements of fascial health, nourishing food, functional medicine, breathing and somatic healing.

2026 dates coming soon!!!

 

A women’s only retreat dedicated to helping you learn how to unwind chronic pain through the elements of fascial health, nourishing food, functional medicine, breathing & somatic healing.

March 13-17, 2025

Blue Ridge Mountains, NC

first of it's kind pain retreat!

join us for an immersive pain-free weekend

Unwinding Pain… through the elements of fascial health, nourishing food, functional medicine, breathing and somatic healing.

  • Immerse yourself in this intimate and transformational retreat where you’ll lean in to the whispers of your body, honor its wisdom, and awaken to a profound sense of wholeness and well-being. 
  • If you are ready to transform, here is where we begin.  
  • Whether you seek relief from chronic pain, yearn to reclaim vitality and joy, or simply crave a moment of respite from the demands of daily life, “Unwinding Pain” offers a sanctuary where healing is not merely a destination but a sacred journey of self-discovery and transformation.

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  • Who is this Unwinding Pain retreat for?
    • Pain comes in many forms. When we hear the word pain, many think of the physical aspect. But we challenge you to input the word STRESS in place of pain. The entire retreat offers the concept of processing and managing stress in the physical, mental and emotional bodies.
    • The retreat will benefit anyone who is experiencing ongoing mental/ physical pain, nervous system dysregulation or a chronic disease that is compromising quality of life.
    • There are several clients this Unwinding Pain Retreats is here for:
      • If you’re sick and tired of being sick and tired.
      • If you want to learn how to manage your health.
      • If you want to invest in the education of your health.
      • If you want to learn more about your body than you ever have before.
      • If you want to walk away with elements you can use for a lifetime.
      • If you want to have a break from your everyday life.
      • If you want to feel lighter and free in your body.
      • You are willing to use lifestyle as a healing tool.

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The Schedule (subject to change)

    • Thursday
      • Check in. Dinner & Welcome Circle. Evening Movement. Healing +Reiki
    • Friday-Sunday
      • 7:30 am: meditation
      • 8am: Break the Fast
      • 9am: Morning Movement
      • 11am: Brunch
      • Noon: Workshop 
      • 1-4pm Massage/Free time
      • 5pm Afternoon Workshop
      • 7pm Dinner
      • 9pm Evening Wind-down
    • Monday
      • 8am: Morning Movement
      • 9:00am: Breakfast
      • 10am: Check out

Unwinding Pain… through the elements of fascial health, nourishing food, functional medicine, breathing and somatic healing.    

somatic healing retreat

Nervous system reset retreat

 

Join Movement Specialist, Stacey Stone, and Functional Wellness Coach & Chef, Monique Costello, in this one-of-a- kind retreat where you’ll cultivate better health and healing through simple shifts in day to day life.

At the heart of our retreat lies a profound exploration of pain (and stress) and learning the vast elements to unravel it.

We’ll journey through empowered discussions, rituals, mindfulness, movement, play, massage, rest and nourishment to harmonize physical, spiritual and emotional health.

Contact Monique to save your room!

Chronic pain retreat

Immersive pain retreat

Be your own body whisperer!

You will learn skills and elements to reconnect with your body and move through your pain and bring energy back into your life through many facets:

 

Fascial Health

Fascia is the intricate web of connective tissue that supports and envelops every muscle, bone, and organ in the body. 

Through expert guidance and hands-on techniques, you will learn to release tension, restore balance, and unlock the body’s innate capacity for healing.

Nourishing Food

Nourishment is paramount on this healing odyssey, as we indulge in a symphony of flavors and textures crafted from nature’s bounty. Delight your senses with nourishing, plant-based cuisine designed to fuel your body, replenish your spirit, and awaken your palate to the joys of mindful eating.

 

Functional Medicine

Complementing our culinary journey is the wisdom of functional medicine, a personalized approach to healthcare that seeks to uncover the root causes of pain and illness.You’ll bring your health story to life through a personal timeline. It’s a way to shine the light on things that might be considered predispositions or patterns that can manifest later in life.

 

Breath

Breath is the essence of life and a profound tool for healing. Through mindful techniques and guided exercises, you’ll tap into the innate wisdom of your body, fostering deep relaxation, stress relief, and enhanced vitality.

 

Somatic Journey

We all carry trauma, whether big or small. Throughout the retreat, we invite and guide you to reconnect with your body’s innate wisdom and intelligence through somatic practices.

functional medicine pain retreat

Retreat from chronic pain

What’s included in the retreat package:

  • Accommodations for 5 days, 4 nights
    • Private and shared rooms available
  • Nourishing, gourmet plant-based meals
    • 4 breakfast, lunch and dinners with snacks to keep you fueled and reduce inflammation
    • Meals are gluten and dairy free; all other dietary needs accommodated with proper notice
  • 2x daily workshops
  • Daily movement
  • Evening wind-down rituals
  • Retreat Journal
  • Goodie bag upon arrival

What’s not included:

  • Airfare and transportation to the retreat location (30 minutes from the airport!)
  • Onsite individual Massage Therapy sessions
  • Onsite individual Reiki sessions

 

intimate pain weekend retreat

Eldoa movement and nutrition for pain

Accomodations:

Options are available for solo travelers, couples or friends to share:

  • Beautiful grounds, simply appointed
  • 5 private rooms with king bed & ensuite bath
  • 1 room with a 3 twins bed & ensuite bath

 

Room Options

  • King Bedrooms with private baths & balcony, 1-3:
    • $3,150 Solo, $2,520 double pp/double occupancy
  • King Bedrooms with private baths,  4 & 5:
    • $3,050 Solo, $2,420 pp/double occupancy
  • Twin Bedroom with private bath (3 beds available):
    • $2,220 pp/per bed

Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4
Bedroom 5
3 twin beds

Interrupt pain and release the knots!

Contact Monique (monique.costello@gmail) to save your room today.

Release the chronic pain

Join us for an immersive pain-free weekend

 

Remove pain from your life

Remove pain at this Chronic Pain Retreat

 

Stacey Stone, a Movement & Holistic Health Coach, is passionate about helping people tap into their “human power tools” for enhanced health & longevity. With over 20 years of experience as a personal trainer, she has created a unique way of working with the body to promote strength and resilience in both body and mind. Contact Stacey at www.stonebodyworks.com.

 

 

 

wellness chef

Wellness retreat leader Monique

 

Monique Costello, a Functional Wellness Coach and Chef, overcame chronic back pain, low energy, restless sleep, weight gain, and autoimmune disorders through food and lifestyle practices. Monique brings her studies of functional medicine, nervous system dysregulation (somatics), gravity stretching and culinary nutrition to corporate wellness programs, personalized coaching, and nourishing retreats, to emphasize the healing power we all have within. Contact Monique at www.happyeatshealthy.com.

 

 

 

 

Wellness Retreat

Yoga, Nutrition and Nature in Ojai, CA

Yoga Nutrition and Nature Retreat in Ojai, Ca

April 18-22, 2024

Join us in the serenity & spiritual energy of Ojai, in a luxurious and modern farmhouse retreat.   With 10 acres of beautifully maintained orchards and greenspace amongst oak-covered hills, stunning views of the sacred Topa Topa Mountains, and a resort-style pool with a hot tub and waterfall.  Just 10 minutes from Ojai village, hiking trails, and wineries. 

Pool Jacuzzi Waterfall

Orchard

Porch

Jacuzzi Pool

Orchard

Farm House

Topa Topa Mountains

Sunset

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Join Jennifer Goodman, yoga teacher & former Joffrey Ballet Dancer, and Monique Costello, Functional Medicine Wellness Chef and Coach, on a transformational retreat for your mind, body, and spirit

Experience 5 days of movement, mindfulness, nature, and glorious nutrition.  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.

Our retreat includes:

-2 daily yoga classes with Jennifer

-Nutritional meals by professional Wellness Chef Monique

-Nutritional coaching, group and individual, by Monique 

–Onsite massage therapist (additional fee)

-Reiki & Personal Coaching Sessions with Monique (additional fee)

–Optional hiking, exploring Ojai village and wineries, a trip to the ocean, and plenty of free time to cherish moments of serenity, reflection, and relaxation awakened by the spirit of Ojai. 

What’s not included…

-Your airfare

-Your transportations to/from retreat (we recommend Uber, local taxi, car rental)

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Yoga Studio

Yoga Studio

Accommodations

**Early Bird Pricing listed until January 24th, then prices increase!

Prosperity~Master Suite/Private Bathroom
Prosperity~Master Suite/Private Bathroom

1 King bed with sofabed, huge private bathroom, fireplace, views, walk in closet, patio. $ 3300 single/ $2720 shared by 2 or 3.

Rose Garden~ 3 Twin Beds/ Shared Bath
Rose Garden~ 3 Twin Beds/ Shared Bath

3 Twin sized beds, shared bath in the hallway. Views of the rose garden $1960 each shared by 3

Serenity~King bed + Daybed/Shared Bath
Serenity~King bed + Daybed/Shared Bath

King Bed and Day bed, shared bath in hallway. View of the orchard and front yard $2020 each shared by 2 or 3

Joy~ King Bed with Daybed/Shared Bath
Joy~ King Bed with Daybed/Shared Bath

King Bed and Day bed, shared bathroom in hallway. View of the orchard and front yard. $2020 each shared by 2 or 3.

Gratitude ~Queen Bed/Shared Bath
Gratitude ~Queen Bed/Shared Bath

Queen bed with shared bathroom in hallway. Beautiful views of Orchard. $2500 single/ $1760 each shared by 2

Beauty~ The Loft ~ 3 Daybeds/Shared Bath
Beauty~ The Loft ~ 3 Daybeds/Shared Bath

The loft & gameroom, 3 daybeds with shared bath in the hallway. Reserved for retreat leaders & massage therapist

(there are 3 bathrooms in the hallway)

*$500 Non-Refundable Deposit to reserve your spot

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Email Jennifergoodman1111@gmail.com  or Monique@happyeatshealthy with questions and payment options

Get to know your retreat leaders:

Check out Jennifer at www.tinydanceryogi.com/

Check out Monique at www.happyeatshealthy.com/

sedona hiking retreat

Sedona Yoga, Nutrition & Nature Retreat

Yoga, Nutrition & Nature Retreat in Sedona

November 6-11, 2024

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Ready to save your preferred room? Reach out now!
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Join Jennifer Goodman, former Joffrey Ballet Dancer, and Monique Costello, Functional Medicine Wellness Chef & Coach, on a transformational retreat in Sedona, Arizona.

Experience the magic and beauty that Sedona’s Red Rocks and Vortexes bring on this 6-day, 5 night retreat filled with a variety of yoga practices, sunrise & sunset meditations within a vortex, healthy food, hiking and time in nature, nutritional coaching and cooking classes, and time for you to relax and rejuvenate your mind body and soul.

*Sample Itinerary:

Wednesday
4 pm check-in

dinner- welcome circle- sound healing +reiki

Thursday-Tuesday
8-9:15 am yoga

9:30 breakfast

free time/ hike

2 pm lunch

free time

5:30 pm gentle yoga/sunset meditation/fire ceremony/kirtan

7 pm dinner- quiet time

Monday
7:30-8:30 am yoga

9:00 breakfast

11 am check out

*Free Time includes optional hiking in the Red Rocks, shopping in town, bathing in the creek, cooking demos, jacuzzi, swimming pool, evening bonfires, and ChocolaTree visits.

*****

*30-minute Reiki sessions offered by Monique

*Additional massage and bodywork available onsite

*****

This was my first retreat and was truly a moving and humbling experience. We met so many wonderful and inspiring people. It was an opportunity to experience different styles of yoga, a five stars nutrition chef surrounded by a breathtaking view. 

If you want to awaken your senses, try this retreat.
~Isabelle

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*Prices start at $2100 ​

What’s Included in Cost:
-Accommodations
-3 daily gourmet meals and snacks prepared by a wellness chef
– Healing Teas and Elixirs
-A variety of yoga practices twice daily, customized to accommodate all levels
– Guided Meditations
-Sunrise/Sunset Viewing
-Guided Hikes in the Red Rocks
-Jacuzzi/pool
-Firepit

(flights, transportation to and from the retreat house & massage services not included)

*****

 Sedona Retreat room options coming soon! Reach out now for details.

 

Curious? Check out the FAQ’s below: 
Do I have to do all the yoga?
We offer 2 classes per day and you are welcome to engage in as much or little as suits you. Every class offers different forms and aspects, so you might be tempted to join each to learn which ones speak to you. 
Do men attend?
Absolutely!
I’m not a typical ‘retreat’ person, so I’m nervous it will be too ‘woo woo’ for me.
I’ll be honest, I was worried about that at my first retreat too, so we create a very open environment where you can make it what you want it to be. 
What else do we do besides yoga?
Hike. Hot tub. Get a massage. Sit by the bonfire. Shop. Work on a puzzle. Read a book. Eat chocolate. Sleep in. Get another massage. Have a glass of wine, if desired. Bliss out in a reiki session. Learn Tai Chi. Bid farewell to the setting sun and cheer the sun rising.
Can I get my own private room?
Yes but solo rooms are limited so you’ll want to set a deposit on these asap! Shared options are also available if you come with a friend.
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.

Get to know your retreat leaders:

Check out Jennifer at www.tinydanceryogi.com/

Check out Monique at www.happyeatshealthy.com/

**$500 nonrefundable deposit to reserve your spot

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**Contact Monique or email jennifergoodman1111@gmail.com to reserve your room!

Utah Yoga Retreat

yoga nutrition nature Spring retreat in zion National Park

Spring Rejuvenation Retreat in Southern Utah

March 16-20, 2023

Utah wellness retreat

Eat like a Wellness Chet

Register today to save your preferred room!
(only 1 bed remains!)

Get away for a relaxing & rejuvenating retreat of self-care, yoga, nature, nourishing food, and exploration in beautiful Southern Utah.

Join Jennifer & Monique in an experience to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul.

With invigorating morning yoga and evening meditation and gentle movement, daily meals prepared by a wellness chef and nutritional coaching, guided hikes and walks in nature, stunning sunrises and sunsets, and free time!

All in a beautiful house setting surrounded by stunning scenery minutes outside of Zion National Park.

*****

Sample Itinerary:

Thursday
4pm check in- dinner- welcome circle

Friday-Sunday
8-9:15am yoga
9:30 breakfast
10- 1pm free time / hike
1pm lunch
2-5pm free time
5 pm gentle yoga
6pm dinner
/ sunset meditation

Monday
7:00-8:15am sunrise yoga
9:00 breakfast
11:00 am check out

Perfect for a solo travelers, couples and friends!

Book a flight direct to St George or to Vegas and hop a spectacular scenic 2-hour shuttle to Zion.
What’s included:

  • Lodging
  • 2x daily yoga Practices
  • Gourmet meals at the house
  • Snacks
  • Herbal teas/coffee
  • Easy hiking
  • Relaxing in the sun
  • Napping/Reading/Free Time
  • Beautiful Scenery
  • Goddess card readings
  • Goodie bags
  • Nutritional conversation
  • Reiki sessions

*****

King bedroom with shared bath, Queen bedroom with private bath and shared rooms available.

Rooms are 50% sold out, don’t delay

Pricing starts at $1,500.

*Non-Refundable Deposit of $500 to reserve spot

Your retreat leaders:

Check out Jennifer at https://www.tinydanceryogi.com/
Check out Monique at https://happyeatshealthy.com/

*Contact Monique or email Jennifer for more info & to reserve your spot!
jennifergoodman1111@gmail.com

Does the food you eat affect your body?

Learn how the food you eat affects your body at our wellness vacation retreat.

utah retreat

Wellness vacation for body balance

eat like a wellness chef

Learn body intuition at our yoga nutrition and nature retreat

learn from a Wellness Chet

Jump into the kitchen and learn how to cook like a retreat chef at home!

​Glorious hiking and views!

Utah yoga retreat

Yoga Nutrition and Nature Retreat in Southern Utah

Spring Rejuvenation Retreat in Southern Utah

April 21-25, 2022

Utah wellness retreat

Eat like a Wellness Chet

Register today to save your preferred room!

Get away for a relaxing & rejuvenating retreat of self care, yoga, nature, nourishing food, and exploration in beautiful Southern Utah.

Join Jennifer & Monique in an experience to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul.

With invigorating morning yoga and evening meditation and gentle movement , daily meals prepared by a wellness chef and nutritional coaching, guided hikes and walks in nature, stunning sunrises and sunsets, and free time!

All in a beautiful house setting surrounded by stunning scenery.

*****

Sample Itinerary:

Thursday
4pm check in- dinner- welcome circle

Friday-Sunday
8-9:15am yoga
9:30 breakfast

free time / hike
2pm lunch snack

free time
4:30pm gentle yoga / sunset meditation
6pm dinner

Monday
7:00-8:15am sunrise yoga
9:00 breakfast
11am check out

Perfect for a solo travelers, couples and friends!

Book a flight to Vegas and hop a spectacular scenic 2 hour shuttle to – St George, Utah.
Or fly directly into St. George airport & skip the shuttle.

What’s included:

  • Lodging
  • Daily yoga Practices
  • Gourmet meals at the house
  • Snacks
  • Herbal teas/coffee
  • Easy hiking
  • Relaxing in the sun
  • Napping/Reading/Free Time
  • Beautiful Scenery
  • Goddess card readings

*****

King bedrooms with private baths, king bedrooms and shared bedrooms with shared baths available.

Reserve your room preferred spot before they sell out! See the room options, photos and reserve on Jennifer’s site:

https://www.tinydanceryogi.com/spring-rejuvenation-retreat-in-southern

*Non-Refundable Deposit of $500 to reserve spot

Your retreat leaders:

Check out Jennifer at https://www.tinydanceryogi.com/
Check out Monique at https://happyeatshealthy.com/

*Contact Monique or email Jennifer for more info & to reserve your spot!
jennifergoodman1111@gmail.com

Does the food you eat affect your body?

Learn how the food you eat affects your body at our wellness vacation retreat.

utah retreat

Wellness vacation for body balance

eat like a wellness chef

Learn body intuition at our yoga nutrition and nature retreat

learn from a Wellness Chet

Jump into the kitchen and learn how to cook like a retreat chef at home!

​

Montana Retreat

Off the Grid in Montana

Adventure awaits for those ready to really get away.
Stunning setting nestled in the Beartooth Range, situated right on the Boulder river. Each day is yours to claim – Whether it’s glorious hiking, moose watching (fingers crossed), or lounging on the patio overlooking the river with a G&T in hand. The fall colors are right out of ‘ A River Runs Through It’ (which was filmed nearby lower on the mountain.)
No internet service is available (seriously, you need this!) unless you have a satellite service. Rustic cabins with running water (full bathrooms with shower), heated by fireplace and potbelly stoves. Shared accommodations across three cabins with king & queen & full beds (one private cabin with a full living/kitchen/bath and bedroom is available – great for a couple or friends.) There is a landline phone.
Our on-site mountain man will teach you to build a proper fire, cook pancakes outside with bacon on the grill, how to cast a fly rod and then grill up that fresh catch.
It’s the most exciting, relaxing, beautiful, adventurous thing you’ll do in years. You owe it to yourself to Get Off the Grid!

We’ll have group activities each day that you can partake in. Or you can sit by the fire and read a book, go for a simple walk or an intense hike, polar plunge in the glacial water of the Boulder River, try your hand at fly fishing or work on a jigsaw puzzle. The adventure is what you make it!

Here’s a little snippet of last year:

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Here’s what a few of our previous guests said:
“…take a wellness break in a beautiful, natural setting”: 
“This experience was my first trip to Montana and I can’t wait to go back!  Getting into the mountains was just the break I needed to refocus on my health and relaxation. Monique is a wonderful host who welcomed us into her family’s charming cabins located within the most gorgeous national park. Morning walks, fly fishing, hikes, and cooking lessons were coupled with down time for books, cards and puzzles. Breakfast from the grill, healthy meals and snacks, and cocktail hour with mountain views made you feel like you were at sleep-away camp for adults! I would recommend the Montana trip without hesitation for anyone looking to take a wellness break in a beautiful, natural setting.”
-Carrie J
“It was a great way to disconnect and recharge my batteries”:
“Montana is one of the most beautiful place I’ve ever visited! The rustic quarters were quaint and comfortable and the environment Monique created was so unique and special. I experienced so many firsts, from learning to fly fish and building a proper fire to seeing gentle moose in the wild. We hiked, saw wildlife, dipped our feet in the river with a GnT in hand and completely relaxed. It was a great way to disconnect and recharge my batteries!”
Julie L
This isn’t a hard, itinerary-driven retreat. Wellness comes in many forms and we are creating an opportunity for you to embrace the time you need to rejuvenate and heal. There are lots of trails that offer stunning views if you are ready for a solid hike, but there’s so much to see without even getting on a trail.
Sample Itinerary:

Thursday: arrive, drive up the mountain. Welcome dinner and acclimation.

Friday – Sunday
8am-ish -> morning walk, meditation and intention setting
9:30-ish -> breakfast
11 am Big hike or free time to fish, read and lunch as desired
4 pm-ish ->Gravity Stretch class
5pm-ish -> Afternoon snack & cocktail hour (as desired)
6pm dinner and stories from the day

Monday – check out
Breakfast
Drive down the mountain

We’ll eat well.
We’ll sleep deep.
We’ll completely let our hair down.
For fun, we’ll pull some Goddess Cards.

What’s Included in Cost:
– Fire-heated shared accommodations for 5 days, 4 nights (one private cabin available- great for couples or friends!)
– Goodie bag on arrival
– Electric blankets on beds
– Gourmet meals and snacks prepared by a wellness chef
– All daily activities
– Guided hikes
– Polar plunge
– Optional hands-on cooking class
– Wellness-led discussion during meals
– Learn from our Mountain Gal

(flights, alcohol not included).

**$500 nonrefundable deposit to reserve your spot. Contact Monique for more information and to place a deposit.

AVAILABLE ROOMS @ Alpine Lodge 

Main Cabin: The main cabin is the HUB with a large exterior patio overlooking the Boulder River! Entrance is through a small kitchen and a dining area, heated by a cast iron stove, that fits everyone. One bath with a shower is located just off the dining room along with 2 mini bedrooms. The family room with a large brick fireplace is connected by a door. In this room, there are 3 beds: 1 king, 1 queen, and 1 double. Great option for solo travelers or those who prefer to stay in the main house without walking outside to get to your cabin.

Shared Living Room and Bath

  • King Bed
    • solo: $2,250 pp
    • shared by 2: $1850 pp
  • Queen Bed
    • solo: $2,100 pp
    • shared by 2: $1650 pp
  • Double Bed
    • solo:$1,950 pp

Main cabin & patio
Montana Retreat
Main cabin dining room
Main cabin ‘big room’ with fireplace and 3 beds

Cabin #3: Cabin #3 is a 2-minute walk up the hill from the main cabin. This cabin is an open room, with a kitchenette/table, a bath with a shower, and 4 beds (1 queen and 3 doubles) and features a front porch where you can listen to the brook streaming nearby. Fantastic for a group of friends.

Shared Living Room and Bath

  • Queen Bed
    • solo: $1900 pp
    • shared by 2:$1,600 pp
  • Double Bed (3 available); 2 remaining
    • solo: $1,700

Cabin #3 with front deck
2 double beds
1 queen & 1 double bed

Cabin #3 bath/kitchenette

Cabin #4: Cabin #4 is a 30-second walk past cabin #3.  This cabin boasts a larger sitting/kitchenette area, a bath with shower and 1 bedroom with 2 queen beds. A pull-out couch is available in the living area. Great for a couple of friends who want more overall privacy.

Shared Room and Bath

  • Queen Bed (2 available)
    • solo: $2,250 pp
    • shared by 2:$1,850 pp
  • Pull-out couch
    • Call to discuss rate!

Cabin #4 front deck
Cabin 3: 1 bdrm, 2 beds
Cabin 4 Sitting area

Cabin #4 kitchenette

 

FAQ’s:

Is there running water? Yes

Is there electricity? Yes

Is there internet? NO!  A landline phone on site.

Will I see wildlife? Probably. Last year we experienced moose. deer and a black bear. So majestic.

Do I have to hike? Nope. You can do whatever feels good! Hang in front of the fire, have a glass of wine or cup of tea, sit on a large rock on the side of the river with a cup of tea and journal. It’s your time.

Is the hiking hard? Most of these hikes start as switchbacks, so they offer a very good workout. If that isn’t your thing, just walking on the road is pretty and a healthy walk.

What is Gravity Stretch? This is a revolutionary way to stretch the body and relieve fascia muscles which eases pain in the body and allows for more freedom of movements. Hold time of stretches begin at 2 minutes.

What will the weather be like? Every year is different and the weather is unpredictable, but it’s essentially gorgeous fall  Mountain weather in the day reaching 60’s and 70’s with chilly mornings in the 30’s. One year it snowed and it was glorious.

What can I expect in terms of food?  In this mountain retreat you can expect health, comfort food with a side of meat and/or fish.  Many of my retreats are heavily plant-focused but due to the hearty conditions, we will be enjoying more animal protein than typical. We accommodate all food sensitivities with proper notice.

What to wear: Layers, lots of them. See above statement on weather. I tend to be cold, so for morning walks I wear leg warmers, coat, hat and mittens. By the end of the walk, when the sun peaks over the mountain ridge, the layers get peeled off.

Reach out to Monique for registration.

Weekend California Retreat

Malibu Weekend Retreat!

As you make your way out of hibernation, your body and soul deserve a reset to prepare for this more energetic time of year. Just as nature has its growth and rebirth, it is necessary for us to blossom as well. Treat yourself to this deep dive weekend in an intimate experience where we will not only connect with ourselves but also with each other. Through yoga practices, time in nature, healthy food, and lessons on nutrition, we’ll learn more about nourishing ourselves, inside and out.  We’ll feel better in our bodies and we’ll connect with our souls.

Weekend California Retreat

Malibu Yoga and Nutrition Retreat

Sample Itinerary

Friday, April 3rd: 

After 2pm: Arrival and introductions

4pm Get acquainted snack hour

5pm: Light yoga or meditation + intention setting

6pm: Evening meal

8pm Evening Sound healing & group reiki

Saturday, April 4th:

Fresh coffee & Tea + Quiet Hours

7:30 am: Yoga

9-10 am: Nourishing breakfast

11-1pm: Free time

1 pm: Lunch

2-6pm Afternoon hike or outdoor adventure

6:30pm: Yoga

8pm: Evening meal

Sunday, April 5th

Fresh coffee & Tea + Quiet Hours

7:30 am: Yoga

9-10am: Nourishing breakfast

10am: Bring it home nutrition discussion and closing meditation

Check out by 12pm

Highlights:

4 yoga/meditation practices

Times to connect with nature

Quiet hours every morning before first practice

Chemical free products to use, including shampoo, conditioner and lotions.

2-night accommodations

5 plant-based meals + snacks, beverages and healing elixirs

Cooking instruction

Digestion talks

Welcome gift

Food

The weekend offers you the opportunity to roll up your sleeves and cook with a nationally recognized wellness chef. Meals will be vegan and gluten free friendly:

Fresh coffee & tea daily

2 Breakfast meals

1 Nourishing lunch

2 Evening meals

Snacks

Evening moon mylk

Healing elixirs

While the team is not 100% vegan on a regular basis, they believe strongly in a plant based diet as a way to energize, nourish and reset the body and the hope is you’ll take away a few tips and tricks to incorporate more plants in your diet back home.

Pricing:

Single and double occupancy starting at $600 per person

Not included: 

Airfare and transportation to and from the retreat location, any meals preferred away from the retreat house setting and alcohol.

Cancellation Policy:

A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price. Deposit is non-refundable, if booking is cancelled.

Remaining payment due by 14 days prior to arrival.

Email jennifergoodman1111@gmail.com  or Monique.costello@gmail.com for payment options.

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