Yoga Retreat in Santa Teresa
Oceanfront yoga, breathwork, and ice bath therapy in Costa Rica's tropical paradise
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Our yoga retreat in Santa Teresa offers a holistic wellness experience combining daily oceanfront yoga sessions, guided breathwork practices, and therapeutic ice baths. Set against the backdrop of Costa Rica's pristine beaches and jungle landscapes, our yoga programs provide the perfect environment for deep healing, stress release, and personal transformation.
Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, our experienced instructors guide you through practices designed to enhance flexibility, build strength, calm the mind, and restore your connection to yourself. Each yoga session is complemented by breathwork and optional ice bath therapy, creating a complete wellness journey.
Daily Yoga Sessions
Morning and evening practices for all levels
We offer two yoga sessions daily—energizing morning flows and restorative evening sessions—both held in our open-air oceanfront shala with the sound of waves as your soundtrack.
Morning Vinyasa Flow
Start your day with an energizing vinyasa flow that builds heat, strength, and flexibility. Our morning yoga sessions focus on sun salutations, standing sequences, and core work to prepare your body and mind for the day ahead. Perfect for surfers seeking to improve their performance.
Increased energy, improved flexibility, mental clarity, surf preparation
Evening Restorative Yoga
Wind down with a gentle restorative practice focused on deep stretching, hip openers, and relaxation. Our evening yoga sessions incorporate yin yoga, gentle flows, and extended savasana to release tension accumulated during the day and prepare your body for recovery.
Stress release, deep relaxation, improved sleep, physical recovery
Breathwork Training
Harness the power of conscious breathing
Breathwork is a core component of our yoga retreat in Santa Teresa. Through guided breathing techniques, you'll learn to regulate your nervous system, increase lung capacity, manage stress, and access deeper states of consciousness.
Pranayama Fundamentals
Learn classical yogic breathing techniques including Ujjayi (victorious breath), Kapalabhati (skull-shining breath), and Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing). These foundational practices enhance yoga sessions and daily life.
Wim Hof Method
Experience the powerful breathing pattern developed by Wim Hof, which alkalizes the blood, increases energy, and prepares the body for ice bath immersion. This technique has been shown to boost immunity and reduce inflammation.
Breath Holds for Surfers
Specific training to increase CO2 tolerance and breath-hold capacity—essential skills for surfers. Learn to stay calm in challenging wave situations and improve your confidence in bigger surf.
Stress Release Breathing
Therapeutic breathwork sessions designed to release stored emotional tension, reduce anxiety, and promote deep relaxation. Many participants report profound emotional releases and clarity.
Ice Bath Therapy
Cold immersion for recovery and resilience
Ice bath therapy is a cornerstone of our wellness offerings at Zeneidas Surf Garden. Daily cold plunges (optional but highly encouraged) provide powerful physical and mental benefits that complement your yoga and surf practice.
Benefits of Ice Bath Therapy
Accelerated Physical Recovery
Cold immersion reduces inflammation, speeds muscle recovery after surfing, and alleviates soreness. Perfect for active retreats combining surf and yoga.
Enhanced Mental Resilience
Voluntary discomfort training strengthens your mind. Regular ice baths build mental toughness, stress tolerance, and the ability to stay calm under pressure—skills that transfer to surfing and daily life.
Improved Circulation & Immunity
Cold therapy stimulates circulation, boosts white blood cell production, and strengthens immune function. Many practitioners experience fewer illnesses and increased energy.
Mood Enhancement & Clarity
Cold exposure triggers endorphin and dopamine release, creating natural highs and improved mood. The mental clarity following ice baths is profound and long-lasting.
Our Ice Bath Protocol
We follow a safe, gradual approach to cold therapy. Sessions begin with Wim Hof breathwork to prepare the nervous system, followed by 2-4 minute cold plunges at approximately 10-12°C (50-54°F). Our instructors guide you through the entire process, ensuring safety and proper technique.
Why Practice Yoga in Santa Teresa?
Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, provides the ideal setting for a transformative yoga retreat. The natural environment amplifies the benefits of your practice.
Oceanfront Yoga Shala
Practice yoga steps from the Pacific Ocean in our open-air shala. The sound of waves, ocean breeze, and panoramic views create a meditative atmosphere impossible to replicate in a studio. Sunrise and sunset sessions are particularly magical.
Pura Vida Energy
Costa Rica's "pura vida" lifestyle supports your wellness journey. The slower pace, warm climate, and nature-centric culture help you disconnect from stress and reconnect with yourself. Santa Teresa's beach-jungle setting is healing in itself.
Combination with Surfing
Yoga and surfing are perfectly complementary. Yoga improves surf performance through better balance, flexibility, and breath control. Surfing adds playfulness and ocean connection to your yoga retreat. Our location allows you to seamlessly combine both.
Year-Round Perfect Weather
Santa Teresa's tropical climate means you can practice yoga outdoors year-round. Warm temperatures (25-30°C / 77-86°F), sunshine, and ocean breezes create ideal conditions for movement and recovery.
Sample Daily Schedule
A day of wellness in paradise
Schedule is flexible. All yoga and breathwork sessions are included with accommodation. Surf lessons can be added separately.
Who Is This Yoga Retreat For?
Beginners Welcome
Never done yoga? Perfect! Our instructors excel at teaching fundamentals and making yoga accessible. We provide modifications for all poses and create a non-judgmental space for learning.
Experienced Yogis
Deepen your practice in an inspiring environment. Our experienced instructors offer advanced variations, alignment refinement, and the opportunity to explore challenging poses safely.
Surfers Seeking Balance
Yoga is the ideal complement to surfing. Improve your flexibility, core strength, balance, and breath control while accelerating recovery from surf sessions. Many pro surfers credit yoga for their longevity.
Wellness Enthusiasts
If you're into holistic health, breathwork, ice baths, and natural living, our yoga retreat in Santa Teresa offers the complete package. Experience cutting-edge wellness practices in a supportive community.
Begin Your Transformation
Join us at Zeneidas Surf Garden for a life-changing yoga retreat in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica. Daily oceanfront yoga, breathwork, ice baths, and an incredible community await you in paradise.