A women’s-only retreat where you are safe to be fully yourself—and fully supported.
Step into a week of deep connection, restoration, and sisterhood that will nourish your heart for years to come.
November 29 – December 6, 2025
Blue Spirit • Nosara, Costa Rica
Join Sandra Vanatko for an intimate and sacred women-only retreat held at Blue Spirit Retreat Center, nestled between the healing waters of the Pacific Ocean and the vibrant Costa Rican jungle. This is a rare opportunity to step away from the noise of daily life and into a circle of care, reflection, and deep nourishment.
Picture this:
Coffee in hand as the sun rises over the beach. No makeup, no pressure—just the soothing sounds of the ocean and the warmth of women gathering. Wisdom is shared, laughter flows, and your soul, body, and mind are fed with intention. Then, it’s off to morning yoga, meditation, and spacious time just for you.
This is your invitation to reset, reconnect, and remember:
You were never meant to do it all alone.
Let this be your circle.
Let this be your community.
Women are wired to thrive in support of one another.
About the Retreat
Each day begins with yoga and meditation to help you attune to your deeper nature. From this rooted place, you’ll explore:
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Somatic practices that help you listen to your body and honor your limits
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Tools to care for your nervous system and understand your co-regulators and dis-regulators
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Nutritional wisdom and hormone-friendly practices to support sleep, energy, and mood
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The art of self-care and sustainable rituals for your wellbeing
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Insightful discussions and heartfelt sharing in a circle of wise women
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Spaciousness for rest, reflection, journaling, and simply being
This week is about reclaiming your right to feel good in your own body. To nourish yourself the way you might care for a beloved friend or animal companion—with kindness, presence, and gentleness.
Supported by the healing environment of Blue Spirit—with world-class treatments, nourishing cuisine, and natural beauty—this retreat will leave you feeling renewed, supported, and deeply seen.
This is a small, intimate retreat for women only.
Spots are limited and will fill quickly. Reserve your space early to join us.
About Blue Spirit
Perched atop a scenic hill overlooking the vast Pacific Ocean, Blue Spirit Costa Rica offers an unparalleled sanctuary for healing and renewal. The retreat center is enveloped by lush tropical gardens and provides direct access to a pristine white-sand beach leading to the charming village of Playa Guiones. Its open-air architecture harmonizes with the natural surroundings, creating an atmosphere that fosters deep relaxation and transformation.
Holistic Healing and Wellness Services
At the heart of Blue Spirit’s offerings is the Nosara Longevity Center, dedicated to promoting optimal well-being through advanced health protocols. Guests can benefit from state-of-the-art treatments such as:
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Bio-Energy and Epigenetic Testing: Assess your biological age and tailor wellness plans accordingly.
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Heavy Metal Detoxification: Identify and eliminate toxins to rejuvenate the body.
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Ozone Therapy and IV Vitamin Infusions: Boost immune function and enhance vitality.
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Vasper Training and Cell Gym Sessions: Innovative approaches to improve physical performance and cellular health.
Complementing these therapies, the Blue Spirit Spa offers a range of therapeutic services designed to soothe and revitalize, including:
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Holistic and Deep Tissue Massages
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Reflexology and Reiki Sessions
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Craniosacral Therapy and Somatic Experiencing
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Thai Massage and Lymphatic Drainage
Each treatment is delivered by skilled practitioners committed to providing personalized care.
Nourishing Cuisine
Dining at Blue Spirit is a culinary delight, featuring gourmet vegetarian dishes crafted from locally sourced, organic ingredients. The menu also includes fresh, locally caught fish, offering a balanced and healthful dining experience. Meals are enjoyed in an open-air setting with panoramic views of the mountains and ocean, enhancing the sensory pleasure of each bite.
Accommodations and Amenities
Guests can choose from a variety of accommodations to suit their preferences, all designed with comfort and tranquility in mind. The retreat center boasts a saltwater infinity pool, serene meditation spaces, and inviting massage huts nestled within the gardens. The integration of tile floors, lush greenery, and thoughtful architectural design creates an environment that supports both communal connection and personal solitude.
Activities and Exploration
Beyond the structured wellness programs, Blue Spirit offers a plethora of activities to enrich your stay. Options include surfing lessons, kayaking excursions, horseback riding along the beach at sunset, and canopy tours through the jungle.These experiences provide opportunities to connect with nature, invigorate the spirit, and create lasting memories.
At Blue Spirit, the convergence of world-class healing treatments, nourishing cuisine, and immersive natural beauty creates an ideal setting for profound personal transformation and rejuvenation.
Your Guide
Sandra Vanatko is a certified yoga therapist and somatic healing practitioner with nearly two decades of experience guiding others into embodied presence, self-regulation, and deep inner healing. She is the founder of Indra’s Grace, a sanctuary for mindfulness, spiritual growth, and whole-person healing.
Drawing from classical Hatha yoga, Indo-Tibetan meditation traditions, and Hakomi-based somatic therapy, Sandra gently weaves together ancient wisdom and modern neuroscience. Her trauma-informed approach helps women feel safe, grounded, and at home in their bodies—no matter their stage of life.
Sandra’s work is intuitive, compassionate, and deeply attuned. Whether through yoga, meditation, breathwork, or somatic inquiry, she empowers others to reconnect with their inner wisdom, restore their vitality, and live with more presence and peace.
This retreat is an invitation to experience her signature blend of practices in a space where you can be fully supported, deeply seen, and lovingly guided back to yourself.
More about Sandra here.
Join us for our retreat experience and consider inviting a friend to share a room with you! Not only does this foster a sense of community, but it also allows you to enjoy our accommodations at a lower cost. By opting to share a room, you not only save but also open up more space for additional guests. Embrace the opportunity to connect and make memories together!
This retreat will sell out quickly. To secure your spot, please fill out the Registration Form and then send the required $750 non-refundable deposit ($780.00 if paying via PayPal) per person to reserve your space for this retreat. Your registration will not be complete until these two steps are done.
Balance payments can be made to Indra’s Grace in the form of cash, check, or PayPal with PayPal being the preferred method. If you pay with PayPal, please add 3.6% for the processing fee. Please send your paypal payment to Sandra Vanatko (sandra.vanatko@gmail.com). The remaining payment balance of the retreat package you choose is due by July 15, 2025. If space is available and you are registering after July 15, 2025, payment in full is required at the time of registration. All payments are non-refundable. Prices do not include airfare or transportation.
All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. All bookings are non-refundable and non-transferable (meaning they cannot be transferred or applied to another retreat). By completing our booking form and paying your deposit you are agreeing to the above terms and conditions.
In the event that you need to cancel because of unexpected circumstances, and as a general practice, we highly recommend that you protect your investment with travel insurance for your trip. To purchase travel insurance you can go to www.travelinsurancereview.net/get-a-quote to compare prices for trip insurance.
What’s Included
Your Investment Includes:
- Accommodation: 7 Nights 8 Days accommodation at the luxurious Blue Spirit Retreat Center
- Daily Yoga and Meditation Sessions
- Deluxe Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served buffet style. All is local, fresh, and wonderfully healing and healthy! Excellent coffee, teas, and fresh juices served with each meal.
- Beverage Bar: Unlimited herbal teas, coffee and purified water service
- Venue Amenities: Multiple lush gardens, beach access, infinity pool access, yoga equipment, free wifi, and free time to explore Costa Rica as you wish!
- Travel Support: Detailed arrival and departure travel support.
ADDITIONAL COSTS:
- Airfare
- Airport shuttle – Required: Click HERE to reserve
- Optional excursions
- Staff suggested gratuity for the week $80
OTHER SERVICES AVAILABLE AT BLUE SPIRIT
- Massage and Bodywork available at additional cost
- Blue Spirit Cafe – open from 8AM-10 PM offering treats and libations – available at additional cost
- On-site store
- Infinity Pool purified naturally by salt
- Beautiful beaches which are part of the Playa Ostional Wildlife Refuge
- Public computer for your use, Wifi, telephones and International calling cards (for purchase)
- Excursions: Surfing and Paddle Surfing, River Kayaking, Zip Line Tours, Snorkeling, Fishing, Horseback Riding, Boat Tours, and Bird Watching -Available at additional Cost
- Sustainability- Blue Spirit is to committed preserving the natural beauty of the area by sustainable green practices. That commitment includes; Solar powered water, reclaimed water for the gardens, eco-friendly air conditioning, natural ventilation, recycling & composting, and earth friendly operational practices.
*Airfare is NOT included.
*Room pricing is per person.
*Daily retreat schedule will be handed out upon arrival.
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Ocean View Room with A/C. These double rooms have step-out balconies and beautiful ocean views. The rooms are tastefully furnished and provide the perfect space for 2 people. Each room has a king-size bed or two twins, with a private bathroom with solar hot water and air-conditioning.
$4095 per person single occupancy / $3250 per person double occupancy
Sold Out
Mountain View Room with A/C. Private bath, and a king size bed or 2 twin beds. These rooms have step-out balconies and gorgeous mountain views. The rooms are tastefully furnished and provide the perfect space for 2 people. Each room has a king-size bed or two twins with a private bathroom with solar hot water.
$3995 per person single occupancy / $3150 per person double occupancy
2 Available
Nature Suite with A/C. The suites are very cozy and situated on a hillside overlooking the lush vegetation. They are natural wood frame structures and have private bathrooms with an outdoor shower overlooking the jungle. Each suite sleeps two people, includes a separate enclosed porch with a desk, and has solar hot water as well as air conditioning. The suites are a short walk up the hill to the main building and give an incredibly intimate connection with the natural surroundings. You won’t regret staying in a nature suite!
$3795 per person single occupancy / $3095 per person double occupancy
Sold Out
Garden Suite with A/C. These rooms are specifically designed for singles and provide privacy and elegance, while being cozy and inexpensive. Many of these rooms have partial views of the ocean and others of the mountains nearby, a king-size bed, a private bathroom with solar hot water, ceiling fan, and air conditioning.
$3995 per person single occupancy / $3250 per person double occupancy
1 Available
Hermitage Room with A/C. These rooms are specifically designed for singles and provide privacy and elegance, while being cozy and inexpensive. Many of these rooms have partial views of the ocean and others of the mountains nearby, a queen-size bed, a private bathroom with solar hot water, ceiling fan, and air conditioning.
$3350 per person single occupancy / $2695 per person double occupancy
1 Available
Eco Cottage. The Eco-Cottages are a 5-minute hike away via a stone stairway from Blue Spirit’s main building (reception, dining-hall, etc.) and situated in lush vegetation, allowing for a sensual being-in-touch experience with nature.
Each Eco-Cottage consists of a natural wood frame structure that houses two twin beds only and a full yet compact ensuite bathroom with an ambient temperature shower. No A/C.
$2725 per person single occupancy / $2395 per person double occupancy
1 Available
Tent. Our glamping wall-style Tents are surrounded by nature and a 5-minute hike away via a stone stairway from Blue Spirit’s main building (reception, dining hall, etc.).
Each Tent features a queen-sized regular platform bed, electric outlet(s), a pedestal fan, and is placed on a platform that is covered by a wooden roof to protect against sun and rain.
$2275 per person single occupancy / $2050 per person double occupancy