Transformational Horse & Yoga Retreat

7-Days Horse & Yoga Retreat

 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Shambhala Costa Rica
  
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 Julia Bewley 
 
2024-02-04
 
 
  
I had the most incredible experience at the Shambhala Retreat in Nosara because of the love of Isabelle, her mother and the entire all team of Shambhala.  The setting was stunning, to see the ocean and hear the waves crashing on the shoreline while learning to calm your nervous system, healing and energizing it though various practices that were all so mindfully picked was so special!  Isabelle is so gifted spiritually and has deep knowledge of many different practices and is an expert in inner work.  I have been blessed to have met many talented “magical” people and she is one of those very special people.  She really wants you to have a good time, ensure your needs are met and she is also super cool.  It’s not work, it her mission and her passion.  She spend quality time with us, singing and sharing her life with us.

The beach is just minutes away, the location is so convenient because it’s in the middle of nature but also just minutes away from Nosara, a super cute town with amazing restaurants, shops and more gorgeous beach.  The beach optional is a turtle nesting beach with black fine sand.  It’s incredible beautiful with many turtles laying eggs, birds and some very friendly dogs as well.  The people of Costa Rica are so special, they live a Pura Vida life.  ❤️  Junior who prepared our food with so much love created the most tasty foods, fresh vegetables, fresh fish, eggs, everything was so so yummy.  Every meal breakfast, lunch and dinner was superb!  We had a chef in our group and she praised his food.

Elena, Isabelle’s mom, is the most sweetest and clearest vessel of love and care.  She takes care of all your physical needs.

Then the group of people that was in my group was magical.  People from all countries and ages and we all became a family.  I literally sobbed when I had to say goodbye.  I didn’t have any expectations coming here and I left with so much love, so much peace, so much light which I have brought back to my life in Miami.  My first day of work was incredible, I felt so much love and peace within myself.  All I saw was love, connection and care for everyone I encountered.

I am eternally grateful for this divine experience.  You don’t have to be spiritual, it’s amazing for anyone who wants to wake up happy and fulfilled!  ❤️
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Thomas Woestman 
 
2024-01-09
 
 
  
My daughter and I went to this amazing retreat to enjoy horse riding and the nervous reset course.  Isabelle is an amazing teacher and her mother Elena makes you feel at home immediately.  They make a wonderful team with Isabelle taking care of your spiritual needs while Elana ensures your more material needs are well taken care of.

Junior, the chef is simply amazing. Every meal had multiple delicious options, always just off the tree fresh!  My daughter is mostly vegetarian while I am omnivore and both of us were very happy with the food - and the red snapper was just amazing!

We both came home healthier and happier, both in body and spirit.  If you are looking for a restful restorative trip, with wonderful views and amazing people, you can't do better than Shambhala!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Charles Blouin 
 
2024-01-08
 
 
  
Amazing and transformative experience with a breathtaking location. Isabelle & Elena are outstanding hosts and practitioners, get ready to experience a magical journey at Shambhala Costa Rica.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Aneesh Jain 
 
2023-12-07
 
 
  
Wow - what can I say. If you are interested in a yoga retreat, look no further! I returned from this retreat full of clarity, calmness, and energy! The "Nervous System Reset" truly does work in waking you up and enhancing your perspective! Isabelle has created a magical experience and showed so much care, love, and attention in guiding us all through this powerful journey. I was able to deepen my yoga practice learning more about Kundalini, and loved the active balance of surfing lessons on the beautiful beaches of Costa Rica. You won't regret it!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Emilia Broadbent 
 
2023-12-07
 
 
  
Most powerful and incredible week of my life. I attended the retreat whilst recovering from chronic illnesses, and I can honestly say that the improvement in my physical and mental health from the week I spent at Shambhala was profound, and I am still reaping the benefits of the nervous system reset retreat now. Isa and her mother make an incredible team and welcome you with open arms into their home, creating such a safe and supportive space for yoga, breathwork and healing. As a young solo female traveller from the UK I felt at such ease and so calm during my stay, all aspects of the retreat: yoga classes, food, activities and more were exceptional and I highly recommend it to anyone.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Andrew Mohammadi 
 
2023-07-07
 
 
  
If you’re trying to choose which retreat in Costa Rica to go to I highly recommend this one. Just got back last week and it feels like it was a dream. Isabelle and her mom Elena are absolutely wonderful and knowledgeable and I felt very at home there.. The environment there is ridiculously nice with the jungle meeting the beach, and the yoga shala is a sacred place. Junior the chef is an artist when it comes to food and such a great guy I really miss him. And the cacao ceremony at the end is one of the more special things I’ve done in my life. Such a great experience I miss it a lot but am just so thankful I got to experience it. Highly recommend it to anyone thinking about it!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 G Pope 
 
2023-06-30
 
 
  
Based on the description and the reviews, my expectation was that this retreat was going to be good, but the reality absolutely blew that expectation out of the water.

If I had to describe the experience in one word, I'd be torn between two: magic, and love. And the magic comes from the love - the genuine loving care Isabelle and her mother Elena (and the chef, Junior, whose food is absolutely world class and some of the best I've ever eaten in my life; and basically anyone who was remotely associated with Shambhala) was unmatched.

They anticipated every need and then some. They provided the perfect experience: from the beautiful Harmonia casita I stayed in, to the masterful and transformative yoga and breathwork classes and ceremonies held in the Shala, to the astonishingly delicious and soul-nourishing food, to the flow of our days.

I was there for the horse and yoga retreat, and the horses we rode were beautifully kept and clearly loved (I miss you, Canela and Safiro), and Isa guided not only a majority of our yoga classes, but all of our horseback excursions as well. With her background as an international class jumper and her enormous love for animals (and people), she led us on four several hour unforgettable tours through local neighborhoods and dense jungle pathways and galloped with us on beaches. As an FYI, one of the participants was a beginner and his skill level was effortlessly accommodated alongside those with more experience.

I could say a million more things, but to summarize, this is a once in a lifetime experience that I could not recommend more. I am so, so grateful, and will always hold Shambhala close to my heart.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Alexandra Lagacé Bossé 
 
2023-04-30
 
 
  
I did the kundalini yoga retreat and it was wonderful. Isabelle and her mom are great hosts, they welcome you with an open heart. The chef and food were so healthy, fresh and amazingly good. The place in the jungle near the see is so beautiful and grounding with the little monkeys and wildlife nearby. I felt home right away with the other people in the retreat as well. I loved the fact that it was a smaller group making it more intimate and allowing us to make real connections with everyone in the group. I loved all of it the yoga, the beaches trips, the cacao ceremony, breathwork… It was such a beautiful experience, that I would recommend to anyone. Thanks😊🙏🏽
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 rebecca taieb 
 
2023-04-30
 
 
  
I had the chance to attend the yoga and horse retreat and it was mind blowing. The place is very dreamy, the people I met were amazing and I felt really connected to them,  the food was so tasty and healthy. And the yoga and breath work were really transformative experiences. Plus this part of Costa Rica is very beautiful and peaceful, no wonder the turtles come to lay eggs here. Thanks Isabelle and Elena for everything. I recommend this experience to all
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Janna Rueggeberg 
 
2023-04-28
 
 
  
Isabelle and her mum are such sweethearts and are taking care for everyone! It was such a nice experience at Shambhala with great Yoga, amazing rides at the beach, awesome food everyday and a great group to join! Definitely recommend it! Thank you so much 🙏🏼
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 

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