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Energy for Life
An EMYoga Longevity Retreat: Support Your Energy, Your Body, and Your Community
Date, Location & Quick Overview
December 6-13, 2025 | Blue Osa Yoga Retreat & Spa | Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica
Join us for 7 restorative days where the jungle meets the ocean. This peaceful setting offers the perfect environment to reset your energy, care for your body, and connect with like-minded people. Our retreat combines yoga with energy medicine techniques to help you tap into your body's natural healing abilities.
Early Bird Discount: Register by May 9th and save $300 while securing priority selection for your preferred accommodation. You can view all room options and pricing details on our Room Selection Form before making your deposit.
After submitting your deposit, please scroll to the bottom of the page to complete the Room Selection Form (or feel free to peek at it anytime to see all the room options and prices).
No previous yoga experience required - just an open mind and willingness to try new approaches.
You want to learn simple and doable techniques that support healthy aging and longevity
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You're seeking practical tools to maintain vibrant health and mobility for decades to come
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You're interested in how energy practices can extend both your lifespan and your healthspan
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You've tried traditional yoga or meditation but feel something is missing
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You're experiencing unexplained fatigue, hormonal shifts, or stress
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You're navigating a life transition and looking for tools for emotional balance
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You're ready to invest in your future well-being in a supportive, nurturing environment
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You're already familiar with EMYoga and want a deeper, more advanced experience
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All accommodations are shared rooms with a choice of King, Queen, Double, or Twin beds. The earlier you register, the more likely you'll secure your preferred sleeping arrangement.
What is Energy Medicine Yoga?
Energy Medicine Yoga (EMYoga) combines traditional yoga with energy medicine principles to support your body's natural healing abilities. This practice works with your body's energy systems (e.g. Meridians, Chakras, Aura) to help address imbalances and improve overall well-being.
Learn simple and doable techniques that support healthy aging and longevity
Increased Energy:
Develop a clear understanding of your body's signals and needs
Better Body Awareness:
Experience better sleep with techniques that release tension and anxiety patterns
Improved Sleep:
Master gentle techniques that release fascial restrictions
More Comfortable Movement:
Gain specific practices for perimenopause, menopause, and beyond
Hormone Support:
Build confidence in addressing imbalances before they become larger issues
Self-Care Skills:
Take home a personalized practice that fits into your lifestyle - no long sessions required
Simple Daily Routine:
While conventional approaches often focus on symptoms, EMYoga offers tools that work with your body's energy systems, which many practitioners find brings both immediate relief and long-term benefits with regular practice.
A personalized, short, daily EMYoga routine designed for your specific needs
Practical techniques to help manage stress and balance your energy when needed
Greater awareness of your body's signals and how to respond effectively
A deeper understanding of how your energy systems affect your physical and emotional health
Simple movements to ease common discomforts and improve mobility
After your week at Blue Osa, you'll return home with
What You'll Take Home
A renewed relationship with your body and its natural wisdom
Connections with a supportive community of like-minded individuals
Memories of sunrise ocean swims and sunset practices in one of the most biodiverse places on Earth
A refreshed perspective that many participants find lasts long after the retreat ends
All rooms at Blue Osa have their own attached private bathroom with shower, toilet, towels, and toiletries including soap and shampoo. While rooms are shared, bathroom facilities are not shared between different rooms, offering privacy and convenience.
Your week-long retreat experience includes:
7 nights accommodation in shared rooms at the beautiful Blue Osa Retreat Center
3 nourishing farm-to-table meals daily, featuring organic produce from Blue Osa's gardens
Daily Energy Medicine Yoga sessions tailored to the group's needs
Morning and evening practices to start and end your day with intention
Personal guidance to customize practices for your unique needs
Small-group work to deepen your understanding of specific techniques
What's Included
$50 spa credit to use toward a treatment of your choice
Access to Blue Osa's chlorine-free lap pool and private beach
Transportation to and from Puerto Jiménez airport
Practical handouts to support your home practice
Tips for the Blue Osa staff
Optional excursions to explore the rich biodiversity of the Osa Peninsula (extra fees may apply)
Many past retreat participants report feeling more capable of handling day-to-day stresses, sleeping better, and experiencing fewer physical discomforts after integrating EMYoga techniques into their lives.
Your Guides: Lauren Walker and Blaine Wilkes
Co-owners of Energy Medicine Yoga and your retreat leaders
Lauren Walker is the author of The Energy to Heal (Llewellyn, 2022), Energy Medicine Yoga: Amplify the Healing Power of Your Yoga Practice (Sounds True, 2014) and The Energy Medicine Yoga Prescription (Sounds True, 2017). All three books won the Nautilus Silver award for best Mind/Body publication. She’s been teaching yoga and meditation since 1997 and created Energy Medicine Yoga while teaching at Norwich University. She teaches EMYoga across the US and internationally and has been featured many times in Yoga Journal, Yoga Digest, and published a feature article about her yoga work in The New York Times. In 2016 she was named one of the top 100 most influential yoga teachers in America. She is also the co-host of the podcast: Energy Works.
Lauren Walker, Co-Owner, Founder and Creator of EMYoga
An EMYoga Master Teacher, Blaine has trained extensively with founder Lauren Walker since 2018, becoming the practice's most experienced student. Before pursuing holistic wellness, she spent twenty years in Western healthcare, studying energy with Eden Method and completing advanced yoga training in Rishikesh, India. A former yoga studio owner in Boulder, CO, Blaine has created numerous successful programs, led teacher trainings, and hosted retreats both independently and alongside Lauren Walker. Her practical teaching style and infectious energy have made her a trusted leader in the EMYoga community. She is also the co-host of the Energy Works podcast, where her welcoming presence, deep knowledge, and joyful approach ensure an uplifting experience for energy enthusiasts of all levels.
Blaine Wilkes, Co-Owner and Chief Operating Officer, EMYoga
About Blue Osa
Nestled between the jungle and a pristine beach on Costa Rica's remote Osa Peninsula, Blue Osa provides an ideal setting for our retreat. This thoughtfully designed center offers:
Blue Osa operates entirely off-grid using solar power and eco-friendly systems. The center was built with sustainability in mind, allowing you to enjoy comfortable accommodations while minimizing environmental impact.
Eco-Friendly Living:
The Osa Peninsula is known as one of the most biologically diverse places on Earth, hosting over 50% of Costa Rica's animal and plant species. Morning bird songs and evening frog choruses create a natural soundtrack for your practice.
Natural Surroundings:
The open-air yoga studio overlooks both jungle and ocean, creating an inspiring space for our daily practices. You can enjoy the chlorine-free lap pool, schedule a treatment at the full-service spa, or simply relax on the nearly private beach.
Wellness Focus:
Three fresh meals are prepared daily using ingredients sourced from Blue Osa's organic farm or local suppliers. Meals cater to various dietary needs while showcasing the vibrant flavors of Costa Rican cuisine.
Farm-to-Table Dining:
All rooms feature attached private bathrooms, ceiling fans, and screened windows that allow natural airflow while keeping insects out. Some rooms offer air conditioning for additional comfort.
Comfortable Accommodations:
Blue Osa's blend of natural beauty, thoughtful amenities, and commitment to sustainability creates the perfect backdrop for this restorative week.
After submitting your deposit, please scroll to the bottom of the page to complete the Room Selection Form (or feel free to peek at it anytime to see all the room options and prices).
Accommodation Options & Pricing
Blue Osa offers a variety of comfortable shared accommodations to suit different preferences. All rooms are thoughtfully designed with eco-friendly materials and include private bathrooms for each room, ceiling fans, and screened windows. View detailed room descriptions, photos, and exact pricing on our Room Selection Form before making your deposit
$2,590 - $3,790/Person
Regular Price
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- All rooms are shared (2-3 people per room)
- Bed options include King, Queen, Double, or Twin
- Shared accommodation prices varies depending on room and bed selection
$2,290 - $3,490/Person
Early Bird Price
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Register By May 9th, 2025
Your retreat fee includes all accommodations, meals, daily yoga sessions, and amenities listed above.
Registration Process
Securing your spot is simple and straightforward:
Click the "REGISTER NOW" button below to pay your $1,000 non-refundable deposit. You can review all room options, photos, and pricing details on our Room Selection Form before making your deposit.
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Complete the Room Selection Form (also linked below) immediately after making your deposit. On this form, you'll indicate your top three room and bed choices, roommate requests (if any) and share your dietary requirements.
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Room assignments will be made in the order deposits are received. Registering early gives you the best chance to secure your preferred accommodations.
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Once your room is assigned, we'll send you an invoice for the remaining balance, which will vary based on your assigned room.
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Your final payment is due by September 6, 2025 (90 days before the retreat).
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Cancellation Policy:
- 1. All deposits and room payments are non-refundable
- 2. We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance to protect your investment
Important: Both the deposit payment and room selection form must be completed to secure your registration. Your room assignment will be confirmed via email within 7 days of registration.
Ready to Invest in Your Well-Being?
Join us in Costa Rica this December to learn practical Energy Medicine Yoga techniques in a beautiful, supportive environment.
Remember, registering early gives you two significant benefits:
- Save $300 with our Early Bird discount (ends May 9th, 2025)
- Get priority selection for your preferred room and bed type
Feel free to review all room options and pricing on our Room Selection Form before making your deposit.
We intentionally limit our group size to foster meaningful connections.
Research shows that strong social bonds are one of the most powerful predictors of longevity and healthy aging. We've designed this intimate retreat experience to create not just a week of learning, but a supportive community that continues to enhance your well-being long after you return home.
$1,000 deposit secures your place
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