Let Sifu Anthony and Dr. Akemi help you get healthier and stay that way.
Our retreat center, called La MontaƱa Azul, is an amazing place. Watch this short video to get a taste.
Participants talk about their experiences at the retreat in Costa Rica.
Did you know that quitting smoking is LESS important than quitting stressing?
Yep. A 10 year study concluded that emotional stress was more predictive of death from cancer and cardiovascular disease than smoking.
Mindfulness retreats like this one can bring you to a stress free state that just isn’t possible anywhere else.
Most Americans don’t feel rested after they return from vacation.
Mindfulness retreats are different. As soon as you arrive at the retreat center, you begin unraveling all the stress. This is something that just doesn't happen with normal vacations.
The result is clear. Normal vacations leave you exhausted. Mindfulness retreats leave you well rested, recharged, and restored.
Ask yourself this: when is the last time you ate 21 healthy meals in a row?
In Costa Rica, you don't have to worry about what’s for dinner, you won't need to stress about cooking, and you'll be served 3 delicious, nutritious, organic meals.
Does that contribute to healing and restoring while on retreat? You bet it does.
In the breathtaking tropical mountains, you'll feel more connected – to nature, to your classmates, to your own spirit. You probably haven't felt so connected since you were a kid.
What are we doing with this precious human life if we're not trying to feel more and more connected?
You know that voice in your head that constantly overthinks, makes useless comments, and generally worries about things that will never improve by worrying?
A mindfulness retreat helps you to quiet this part of your brain. The happiest and most profound moments of your life were done from these Zen-like states. That’s where you’ve made your best decisions, when you’ve contributed the most to the world, and when you’ve been your highest self.
These large, luminous suites have a private bathroom, a covered terrace (with a hammock), and a spectacular view of the mountains. This is world-class comfort at an affordable price. Perfect for couples. A roommate can be arranged if you need one.
Located in the center of the retreat, these are comfortable, charming wooden houses. Each one has an indoor, private bathroom, and a small terrace with a terrific view. A roommate will be arranged if you need one.
Tent is not the right word for these amazing structures. They are large, colonial-style, permanent "tents" in the primal forest, complete with electricity, private (exterior) bathroom, hot shower, and toilet. A roommate will be arranged if you need one.
The dormitory is located up a ladder on the wooden mezzanine of the Temple of Learning. There are bathrooms and hot showers downstairs. Bathrooms and dorms are segregated by gender. Simple (but comfortable) beds and bedding will be provided.
The group from our last retreat in July, 2016.
Spots Available: 8 remaining (of 24)
Arrival Date: Friday February 10, 2017
Departure Date: Sunday, February 19, 2017
Pricing: All prices incudes 3 organic meals per day, 2 snacks, unlimited coffee, juice, and tea, accomodations, bus transportation to and from the retreat center, and the course itself.
The Schedule: Mornings will be spent learning powerful qigong techniques with Sifu Anthony in the Temple of Practice. Afternoons will be spent learning Dr. Akemi's secrets to getting and staying will. There's also plenty of free time for socializing and enjoying the sites and hikes.
Costa Rica: It's super safe and easy to travel to Costa Rica. All you need is a passport and a sense of adventure!
The Retreat Center: The Blue Mountain Retreat is located in the mountains of Costa Rica. The weather ranges from 50-60 in the morning, and goes up to 65-75 during the day. You'll receive world class service and food. Click here for pictures of the facilities (including the rooms).
Click the link below to find out how to save your spot for the retreat.