505 Lincolnway, La Porte, IN 46350
Costa Rica Yoga Retreat March 30-April 6 2024
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Join the Go Aerial Fitness Community for a 7 day yoga retreat at the beautiful Anamaya Resort located near the village of Montezuma...
Scroll down for more information, and links to the Anamaya website. To begin the booking process, please email April at goaerialfitness@gmail.com, or contact the reservation team at Anamaya. Please use referral code "Go Aerial" when booking through Anamaya.
Guest Teacher Bio
April has a childlike bubbly energy that spreads to others. Her open and non judgmental demeanor will invite you to be fully present with yourself and all of the magic within you.
April is a yogi, an aerialist, a dancer, mother, entrepreneur and artist. She discovered yoga and dance as a new mother looking for community and support, and has spent more than 10 years since then studying, teaching and spreading joy through yoga, dance and circus arts. In her community in a small town in Indiana April has created a solid community and safe space for yoga and movement. She began renovating an old abandoned bar in 2016 to create a much needed physical location to house this community.
April inspires others through the fearless pursuit of her dreams and creativity. These journeys have strengthened her and taught her so much about taking risks and living your dreams in spite of fear, and she can’t wait to share this inspiration with you!
April is a certified RYT, NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist, Zumba Instructor, Kids and Adult Aerial Yoga, Silks, and Lyra Hoop Instructor. She has taught several thousand hours of yoga and aerial arts to adults and children, and offers an Aerial Yoga Teacher Certification program. April is the founder and owner of Go Aerial Fitness, a full service wellness facility in LaPorte, Indiana.
PLEASE VISIT THE ANAMAYA WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT TRAVELING TO THE FACILITY, AND OTHER FAQS SUCH AS PACKING LISTS, DIETARY INFORMATION AND MORE!!
Rates & Schedule for Weekly Retreats - (anamaya.com)
Teaching Philosophy and Retreat Workshop Offerings
Life is short. We only have one life. Just one. So why aren’t we running, like we are on fire, towards our wildest dreams? Is it because we are afraid? Afraid of what others might think of us? Maybe we aren’t sure what our “wildest dreams” even are!
April’s teaching philosophy combines playful and creative movement with the tools of yoga to release fears and inspire you to manifest your dreams.
Creative and playful Asana: Through our body and the physical movements of yoga we can learn to release patterns of fear. April uses playful patterns that offer you room for your own creativity. She offers variations of postures with more ease or effort to create a welcoming flow for beginners and advanced practitioners. In addition to regular “on the ground” yoga, Aerial yoga and circus arts can change your perspective as new movement patterns and perspectives are explored. Inversions and other movements are possible with aerial that can help move energy differently, and break free of your limitations.
Perspective in Pranayama: Finding peace in the present moment regardless of what the moments holds takes a lot of practice. April offers several breath work meditations during your practice to connect to the present moment. You will be able to learn them and add them to your daily practices. Practicing this can deeply change your perspective, bringing abundant peace and gratitude to your life.
Chakras in Practice: April includes detailed visualizations on each chakra, giving a thorough explanation of each chakra energy center. This will help develop a deep understanding of the chakra system. Empowering yourself with this knowledge will create powerful changes in your life. April connects the chakras to your practice, helping you understand yourself and your patterns, where you can then release and work through these energies.
WORKSHOPS
Intro to Aerial YOGA
(90 minutes)
Aerial yoga utilizes aerial silk fabric which is tied or rigged into a swing, or hammock configuration. This makes it a lot easier than aerial silks, because with the hammock some of the “puzzle” of aerial silks is already completed.
Aerial yoga flows through a Vinyasa yoga sequence, utilizing the hammock to deepen stretches, support our balance, and help us with inversions off the floor, and on the floor (headstand, handstand, and forearm stand are super accessible with the hammock!)
Aerial yoga can help you release a lot of fear in your body, and it’s super fun! Aerial yoga includes breath work, and a closing savasana.
The price is $45.
orative flow, supported by the fabrics. Long holds, meditative music and guided meditations are included in restorative/yin aerialRestorative/Yin Aerial Yoga
(90 minutes)
Partner Yoga and Beginner Acro Yoga
(90 minutes)
Partner yoga is a fun way to connect with others, and practice trust and communication. We will begin with partner meditations and gentle easy partner yoga sequences. We will also introduce some basic acro yoga movements (Lifting each other up! Standing on each other!) You do not need a partner for this workshop! We will switch partners throughout the time to maximize our connection, and learn how different body types can work together.
All fitness levels and experience levels are welcome.
The price is $45.
*** Package price for all 3 workshops is $110 (save $25)
Additional Pricing Info- March 30-April 6 2024 Anamaya
Anamaya Accomodations
At Anamaya we have 15 lovely rooms to choose from that are all unique, eclectic and beautiful. Your accommodation price is based on how many people you share the room with. You get to decide if you want more of a communal room or private room. Here are the 4 categories to choose from and the prices. The photos of the rooms below are linked to pages that describe each room. What’s available will be largely based on when you book.
These per person base rates include 7 nights accommodation and 3 delicious healthy meals (plus a daily snack) per day. As much of our food as possible is grown at our organic farm and it’s all gluten and dairy free with vegetarian and vegan options. We don’t serve red meat, but do have fresh local fish and chicken. Most of our guests can’t believe how delicious it is while still being healthy and without gluten or dairy. The food is definitely a highlight of the Anamaya experience!
NOTE: The first price listed is for our Low Season (May – Oct), and the second price is for High Season (Nov – April). Plus there is an added $200 for the Christmas and new years weeks.
Dorm Rate:
$795 / $895
per week (plus tax).
We have two lovely “dormitory style” rooms at Anamaya that accommodate 5 women. Both Dorms have stunning ocean views, are a great option for solo travelers and are for women only.
Triple Rate:
$945 / $1,195
per week (plus tax).
We have three rooms at Anamaya that accommodate 3 people… including our amazing treehouse! Each with amazing ocean views that will take your breath away. Our triple rooms are for women only.
Double Rate:
$1,095 / $1,395
per week (plus tax).
Choose one of our beautiful double occupancy cabanas, each with epic views and private bathrooms. These rooms are perfect for couples or BFFs, mother & daughter, etc. They are only booked in pairs.
Single Deluxe:
$1,645 / $1,995
per week (plus tax).
Enjoy everything Anamaya has to offer AND have one of our beautiful deluxe cabanas all to yourself.
Options To Create Your Perfect Retreat
We offer a variety of classes and tours at Anamaya. Prices listed are before tax and will be added to your extras bill when you check out.
Circus Performance and Dance Party – This is the celebration we do at the end of the retreat where we present local talent and staff performances, and then have a chance to get your dance groove on! It’s free for all guests and always a great experience.
Yoga Classes – We offer 1.5 hr Vinyasa Flow classes 6 mornings a week, and 1 hr Yin/Restorative/Slow Flow classes 4 afternoons a week, for $15 per class.
Private Yoga – One-on-one lesson (price and availability depends on teacher).
Salsa Class – Salsa dance lesson overlooking the ocean (if available). 1 hr for $15. (4 person minimum)
Cooking Demo – Learn to cook Costa Rican food Anamaya style. Please note: this is a demonstration with some participation. 1 hr for $15. (4 person minimum)
Spanish Class – Basic fun Spanish lesson. 1 hr for $15. (4 person minimum)
Tortuga Island Snorkeling Boat Tour – Enjoy a lovely 45 minute boat ride from Montezuma beach to the famous island. You have 2 spots to snorkel near the island, lunch is provided, and lots of time to chill both on and off the island. Guests will often see a variety of exotic wildlife. It leaves at 9am and returns at 4pm and the price is $75 – $85 (depending on the time of the year and transportation). This is available every day with no minimum number of guests.
Zipline Canopy Tour – Available 2 times a day. It’s about 2.5 hrs for $50. It’s conveniently right next to Anamaya and has 9 zipline cables across 13 platforms. It can be a great way to enjoy the jungle and wildlife. The guided tour stops at the upper Montezuma waterfall pools for a refreshing swim.
Bioluminescence Boat Trip – We offer an unforgettable bioluminescence experience. We are located in an area of the world where you can experience this all year round. You leave Anamaya at 4 pm and return at 8:30 pm. $50-$80/person, plus transportation (price varies by number of people).
Surf Lesson – Beginner to Intermediate. Enjoy a 40 min beach and jungle hike to a remote pristine beach called playa grande. The trip is about 3 hrs and the times are dependent on the tides. The price is $65 which includes board rental. The boards will already be at the beach!
Surf Lesson at Playa Hermosa – Beginner to Intermediate (50 min drive). The trip is about 3 hrs total and is $70 with board rental. No hike necessary. Available Wednesday at 1pm during beach excursion.
Surf Board Rental – For experienced surfers. $25
Scuba Certification – Receive your CMAS International diving license at Anamaya in partnership with Isla Tortuga Dive Club. 5 classes in the pool, 3 – 4 beach dives, and 1 deep ocean dive and boat trip with lunch and refreshments included. The price for this is $700 per person (or $1200 for two people).
Horseback Riding – Beach or Hills+Waterfall. 2 – 4 hrs $60 – $70.
Butterfly Garden – Next door down the hill from Anamaya. 1hr for $8. CURRENTLY CLOSED – unavailable until further notice.
Beach Excursion – Sunset Beach Trip to Santa Teresa, that includes a tour of our organic farm. Departs at 1pm on Wednesday returning at 7pm for $30 per person. This is a highlight experience for all our guests!
Waterfall Hike – The famous Montezuma waterfalls are just out our back door. We have our own private entrance. You can go anytime you’d like and there is no charge.
Watsu – An amazing water therapy performed in ocean tide pools for $150 for 90 minutes.
Spa Services – Definitely a huge part of the Anamaya experience and a wonderful way to relax and restore. We have pretty much any type of treatment or therapy you could imagine. See our Spa Menu for details.