Reconnect, Heal, and Transform:
An Attachment Healing Retreat

Join Dr. Diane Poole Heller and our experienced Support Team for a Transformative Experience

Attachment plays a powerful role in how we connect, communicate, and navigate relationships throughout our lives. This retreat, in the UK countryside, offers an opportunity to explore and heal your attachment wounds, develop secure relationship skills, and cultivate deeper connection, compassion, and resilience.

Whether you’re looking to better understand your own relational patterns, heal from past wounds, or build healthier relationships, this retreat provides a safe and nurturing space for transformation.

2025 Dates: The retreat opens on July 5th prior to dinner and closes on July 12th after lunch

Retreat Location: Broughton Sanctuary in the UK Countryside, an experienced provider with a serene, private retreat center surrounded by nature.

All-inclusive Pricing Includes:
+ Lessons and practices with Dr Diane Poole Heller + team
+ In-depth group work
+ Access to the Broughton grounds & spa—a private campus
+ 7 nights of on-site lodging
+ Gourmet plant-based meals with protein designed to nourish your body and support your healing journey
+ Healing movement, yoga, resource integration, and meditation
+ Opportunities to reconnect with nature and yourself through mindful exploration
+ Group shuttle transport to and from the retreat via Manchester, UK on July 5th & 12th
+ Those flying in a day early to Manchester receive one night of lodging in Manchester on July 4th
+ Detailed travel guidance
+ Online pre-retreat gatherings
+ In-depth online Attachment Course and e-book
+ Introduction to Somatic Experiencing® video
+ Online post-retreat integration support

Space is limited to 32 participants to ensure a deeply personal and transformative experience.

What is Attachment and Why Does it Matter?

Attachment refers to the deep emotional bonds formed between a child and their caregivers, which influence how we relate to others throughout life. From an early age, humans are biologically wired to form these bonds for survival, and the quality of these attachments shapes our emotional experiences, behaviors, and relationships.

The Roots of Attachment
Attachment theory, developed by therapist John Bowlby, explains that babies are born with a natural drive to connect to caregivers to ensure their survival. When caregivers respond consistently and compassionately to their needs, children feel safe and secure, creating a foundation for exploration and growth.

However, when this bond is disrupted—whether due to neglect, trauma, or inconsistent caregiving—the child may develop unhealthy attachment patterns that can carry into adulthood. These early relational experiences form a "blueprint" for how we connect with others, often influencing our relationships unconsciously.

Attachment and Adult Relationships
In adulthood, these attachment patterns affect how we handle intimacy, trust, and communication in relationships. From avoiding intimacy altogether to anxiously seeking reassurance, our attachment styles can create challenges and misunderstandings. Fortunately, attachment is not fixed. With awareness and healing, it’s possible to rewrite this blueprint and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

What You Will Learn and Experience at the Retreat

This retreat is designed to help you explore your attachment style, heal relational wounds, and build stronger, more secure connections with yourself and others. Through a combination of group work and guided practices, we will work to release the impact of early trauma, build resilience, and help you feel more grounded in your relationships.

During the Retreat, You Will:

• Understand Your Attachment Style: Gain insights into your own attachment patterns and how they affect your relationships.

• Heal Childhood Wounds: Through corrective experiences and somatic practices, you will address childhood wounds and restore safety and trust.

• Transform Relationship Patterns: Learn new ways of relating to yourself and others, breaking free from unhealthy cycles.

• Strengthen Emotional Resilience: Develop greater capacity for emotional regulation, joy, and fulfillment in your relationships.

• Build Connection: Learn how to communicate more effectively and empathically, leading to deeper, more authentic connections.

• Heal Family Patterns: Recognize how trauma and resilience can be passed down through generations and learn to shift those patterns.
  

The Four Attachment Styles: How They Show Up in Adulthood

Understanding your attachment style is crucial to healing and growth. Here's a quick overview of the four main attachment styles and how they may appear in adulthood:

1. Secure Attachment

• Trusting, compassionate, and open to intimacy.

• Seeks and provides emotional support and healthy connection.

2. Avoidant Attachment

• May avoid closeness, struggle with emotional intimacy, or fear vulnerability.

• Tends to keep a distance in relationships, often feeling uncomfortable with dependence.

3. Ambivalent (Preoccupied) Attachment

• Longing for intimacy but often anxious that others won't meet their needs.

• May exhibit clingy or needy behavior and fear rejection or abandonment.

4. Disorganized (Unresolved Trauma) Attachment

• Often rooted in past trauma, this style may create confusion and distrust in relationships.

• May have a deep fear of getting hurt and struggle to feel worthy of love and care.

This retreat will help you understand these patterns and learn tools to heal and transform them.

Healing, Growth, and Connection

The Hope of Healing
The good news is that we are all capable of healing our attachment wounds. Neuroscience shows that the brain is naturally plastic, meaning it can change and adapt throughout life. Through the right support, guidance, and practices, you can move towards a more secure attachment style and experience greater intimacy, trust, and joy in your relationships.

Why Now?
Trauma, relational wounds, and early attachment injuries may have shaped your life, but they do not have to define your future. This retreat provides an opportunity to start a journey toward healing—one that empowers you to build stronger, more authentic relationships with yourself and those you care about.

A Healing Approach: DARe and Somatic Practices

Throughout the retreat, you will be guided by experts in Dynamic Attachment Repatterning Experience (DARe) and Somatic Experiencing (SE), two powerful, evidence-based approaches that promote healing from attachment injuries. Dr. Diane Poole Heller, a leading expert in attachment healing, and her team of practitioners will support your transformation through:

• Somatic Experiencing® (SE™): A body-focused approach that helps release trauma stored in the nervous system.

• DARe (Dynamic Attachment Repatterning Experience): A method for healing attachment wounds through safe, corrective relational experiences.

• Small Group Sessions: Personalized support to help you integrate and heal your attachment patterns.

Additional Retreat Offerings:

• Daily integration sessions and Q&A on secure attachment skills.

• On-site small group work with experienced SE & DARe practitioners.

• Healing movement, yoga, resource integration, and meditation.

• Opportunities to reconnect with nature and yourself through mindful exploration.
  

Who Should Attend?

This retreat is for individuals who want to:

• Understand and heal their attachment wounds or developmental trauma.

• Break free from unhealthy relational patterns and create healthier relationships.

• Build emotional resilience, trust, and intimacy in their lives.

Ideal Participants Include:

• People experiencing emotional or relational challenges who want to better understand their patterns and origins.

• Those who have identified attachment wounds or developmental trauma.

• Couples, partners, family members, and friends who want to grow together.

Note: This retreat is not intended to treat active addiction, medical illness, psychosis, or severe mental illness. Please consult with your doctor or therapist before attending.

Pre-Retreat Bonuses

To help you get started on your healing journey, we’re offering these valuable resources to retreat participants:

• Introduction to Attachment Course: A 2-hour self-paced video series by Dr. Diane Poole Heller that covers the basics of attachment theory and healing.

• Attachment for Everyone eBook: A comprehensive guide to understanding and healing attachment wounds.

• Partner Attachment Inventory: A tool to help assess attachment dynamics in your relationship.

• Introduction to Somatic Experiencing® video and handouts

• A Pre-Retreat Gathering Online
  

Location

"All Things Connect"

The Retreat gatherings and hosted meals are at Broughton Sanctuary in the UK, a 3,000-acre innovative Nature Recovery Project

• Established in 1097, The Broughton Hall Estate has been home to the Tempest family for over 900 years and enjoys a rich history stretching back over the millennium

• Our host, Roger Tempest, the current custodian of Broughton Sanctuary, is the 32nd Tempest in a recorded line dating from the 11th century (and a wonderful human)

• Broughton offers an abundance of opportunities to invigorate your mind, body, and spirit - connect to yourself, to nature, and to each other with meaningful activities and experiences

• They recognize that to obtain peace within our ‘outer nature,’ we must also obtain it within our ‘inner nature’ - the change we need to see will not only come through rewilding the land but also through rewilding the spirit

• They believe that by living in compassionate reciprocity with nature, we can heal both ourselves and our world

• Property Map
  

Meals

Meals - Gourmet plant-based meals with protein are designed to nourish your body and support your healing journey

• Meal Allergies and Preferences - during registration, there is an opportunity to indicate meal allergies and preferences
  

Travel

Detailed transportation guidance and a packing list will be provided to registered participants.
We recommend traveling via Manchester or Skipton

Travel Included in Cost:
+ Group shuttle transport to and from the retreat via Manchester, UK on July 5th & 12th
+ Those flying in a day early to Manchester receive one night of lodging in Manchester on July 4th

Lodging & Registration

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE REGISTERING BELOW
Pricing is inclusive of all offerings listed above.

• Each participant must select their lodging, fill out their intake, and pay separately, even if attending together.

• Lodging is either in Broughton Hall or in a historic renovated home on the Sanctuary property.

• All rooms are singles unless you are coming with a partner.

• Rooms are organized by solo or shared bathrooms and bed size and are available as female, male, or gender-neutral.

• The Middle Lodge is allocated for a couple seeking a private home onsite.

• All prices are per person.

• The refund policy and registration agreements are posted during registration.

• Please check your spam if you do not receive your automated registration receipt (this is common).

• Your order will remain pending within our system until your attendance at the retreat is complete.

• A welcome email will arrive within two weeks.

*The age requirement is 18 and up.
*Non-participating guests are not allowed on the grounds.
*There is a limited number of $1,000 in financial need/BIPOC scholarships available. To apply, contact information is below. Healing Informed Somatic Education supplies all scholarships —donations are welcome but not common

If you desire guidance in selecting lodging, please contact us.

Please make your selection below:

Contact

Retreat Director
Melissa Stager
Text/WhatsApp 760-815-7588
Calls and Zoom by appointment
Email Retreat Support

Yes! To Life Retreat
Cultivating Sexual Sovereignty, Honoring Wholeness

Join Dr. Saida Desilets, Barbara Collier, and Aaron Michael for a life-changing experience at Imiloa Institute in Costa Rica.

Yes! To Life is a journey of profound self-discovery, empowerment, and liberation. It's a place where you can learn to move beyond limitations and claim your primal aliveness.

Sexual Sovereignty

…is not just about individual freedom; it's about cultivating a deep and respectful relationship with our own sexuality. It's about honoring our bodies, our desires, and our boundaries. It's about reclaiming our power and living a life of pleasure, joy, and authentic connection. Ultimately, it’s about celebrating the freedom we can experience when we access our erotic intelligence and create our most fulfilling, nourishing, and inspiring intimate life.

During this retreat nestled in the breathtaking beauty of Costa Rica, you will explore:

• Self-regulation & safety in the body

• Recognizing and honoring your body's yes, no, and maybe

• Consent & boundaries

• Presence & attunement

• Trust & thriving

• Solo attunement & enlivenment

• Healthy, playful partner dynamics

Who Should Attend?

The Yes! To Life Retreat: Cultivating Sexual Sovereignty, Honoring Wholeness is designed for anyone seeking to deepen their connection to themselves, their sexuality, and their sense of wholeness. This retreat is for individuals of all genders and sexual orientations, whether attending solo or with a partner.

• Those seeking personal growth: If you are on a journey of self-discovery and wish to explore the intersection of sexuality, identity, and wholeness, this retreat offers a supportive and safe environment for exploration.

• Individuals looking to reclaim sexual sovereignty: For those ready to reconnect with their authentic desires, boundaries, and self-expression, this retreat empowers you to embrace your unique sexual identity with confidence.

• Couples seeking deeper connection: Partners who want to strengthen intimacy, communication, and mutual understanding will benefit from guided practices and tools for cultivating a healthier, more harmonious relationship.

• Anyone navigating past experiences: If you are processing the impact of trauma, cultural conditioning, or shame around sexuality, this retreat provides a compassionate space for healing and transformation.

• People desiring an inclusive community: Whether LGBTQ+, cisgender, or nonbinary, this retreat is an inclusive and affirming space for all individuals to feel seen, heard, and supported.

Why Should You Attend?

• To cultivate sexual sovereignty: Learn how to honor your boundaries, desires, and choices while fostering a sense of agency over your sexual experiences.

• To celebrate and honor wholeness: Engage in practices that support self-acceptance and integrate the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of your being.

• To explore in a safe space: The retreat is a judgment-free zone where participants can safely explore their relationship with their sexuality and self-expression.

• To connect and grow: Experience the power of being part of a community that values inclusivity, authenticity, and mutual respect.

• To heal and transform: Gain tools to release limiting beliefs, heal past wounds, and step into a more empowered and joyful relationship with yourself and others.

This retreat is a transformative opportunity to reconnect with yourself, honor your journey, and step fully into your authentic sexual and relational wholeness.

This is a substance-free retreat: A substance-free environment is one in which all guests agree to keep their space free from substances. Substances are defined to include alcohol, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cannabis, other smoking materials, and illicit and illegal drugs.

Note: This retreat is not intended to treat active addiction, medical illness, psychosis, or severe mental illness. Please consult with your doctor or therapist before attending.

All-inclusive Pricing Includes

+ Lessons and practices
+ In-depth group work
+ Access to the the Imiloa Institute pool, lounge areas, waterfall, wildlife, and serene hikes
+ 6 nights of on-site lodging
+ Gourmet plant-based meals to nourish your body
+ Open-air dining and program space
+ Healing movement, resource integration, and meditation
+ Opportunities to reconnect with nature and yourself through mindful exploration
+ Dry campus (no substance use)
+ A completely closed/private campus just for our group
+ Short hopper plane ride via San Jose, Costa Rica Airport to the Imiloa Institute campus (ground shuttle available for an extra fee)
+ Detailed travel guidance
+ In-depth informational materials
+ Online pre-retreat gathering
+ Online post-retreat integration support

2025 Dates: This in-person retreat opens on December 11th and closes on December 17th
Retreat Location: Imiloa Institute in Costa Rica, an experienced host with a serene, private retreat center surrounded by nature

Not Included

Costs associated with passports (required), airfare, flight changes, airline baggage fees for any and all baggage, medical and travel insurance, vaccinations, gratuities for staff, spa services, and tours/excursions must be met by the participant.

Our Facilitators

Embodied Love™

Embodied Love is a global platform dedicated to making intimacy simple. Founded by Aaron Michael, MA, and Dr. Saida Désilets, their 50+ years of experience combined with their scientifically proven methodologies are revolutionizing intimacy, relationship, and sex coaching for individuals and couples. With three published books, over 20 online courses, bespoke programs, and the Embodied Love Lounge Podcast, they are changing how the world makes love. 


Dr. Saida Désilets wants to live in a world filled with audacious, sexually sovereign people living life on their own terms. As a TEDx speaker, researcher, counter-culture creatrix, body philosopher, and author, her work has touched the lives of millions globally. Dr. Saida's innovative approach to PsychoSexuality, desire, and pleasure invites both the public and professionals to better understand the importance of accessing their erotic genius. Her medically endorsed method integrates somatic awareness, neural and cellular re-patterning, and robust reframes of sensuality and sex, which all work in harmony to support the erotic individuation process. This work is an essential part of a medical protocol to transform sexual dysfunction with penetration and support sexual optimization, as well as part of the BrainTap and other Apps. When not researching or creating transformational programs, Dr. Saida enjoys leading Wilderness Safaris in South Africa and swimming in the Aegean Sea.

Aaron Michael, author of Optimal Sex Life, creator of Bedroom Masterclass, and the “World’s Leading Relationship, Intimacy, and Sexual Wellness Coach - Optimizing Sexual Health Beyond Dysfunction.”  He is your Coach’s coach and has dedicated himself to helping others discover, explore, and integrate their sexual sovereignty by providing a pragmatic, pleasure-based, adult, sex-positive sex education. With over +5000 hours of sexological bodywork, his work has influenced over 100,000 people and two venture-funded startups, and he is the founder of Embodied Love™️, Embodied Consent™️ and Suction Sex™️—a new method for the embodiment of penetrative sex. Aaron has created multiple online courses, from “9 Naughty Nights” to “YEAHFAP” to “Awakening The Sensual Woman,” which support individuals to be able to give and receive ecstatic pleasure as well as enhance their mental and physical arousal. Aaron is sought out for his innovative approach to resolving issues such as genital pain, anorgasmia, premature ejaculation, penetration anxiety, mismatched arousal, and mental arousal. His method is at the core of scientifically proven and doctor-approved medical protocols for transforming sexual dysfunction, biohacking, and optimization. He has an MA in Cognitive Semiotics, where he specialized in adult romantic attachment, courtship, and how the brain interprets love. With over 20 years of experience as an embodiment coach in the fields of dating, relationships, and sex, he crafts bespoke embodiment programs to meet the specific needs and goals of you and your loved ones.

Aaron and Dr. Saida have joined their expertise by co-founding the soon-to-be-released, one-of-a-kind, comprehensive sexual wellness learning platform (Embodied Love University), a university-like education and community for sexual fluency and free education for all.

Barbara Collier, BSN, LPC, SEP

Barbara Collier is a highly experienced somatic trauma psychotherapist, certified Somatic Experiencing® (SE™) Practitioner, and certified Embodied Psychosexual Practitioner (EPSP™), dedicated to guiding individuals, families, and children toward trauma recovery support and self-discovery. With a compassionate and integrative approach, Barbara addresses the complexities of developmental, intergenerational, sexual, and social/historical trauma. Her expertise also extends to integrative touch and movement therapies, where she supports both humans - and whenever possible and appropriate - alongside the wisdom of animals, with a focus on complex physical health conditions and chronic pain.

Barbara is the co-founder of Equinimity Tucson, a nonprofit organization providing somatically based, trauma-informed services to underserved populations. As a group facilitator, she brings a unique blend of her background as an ICU nurse and her extensive specialization in trauma-informed care. Her calm, grounded presence is a hallmark of her work, enabling her to hold space for touching deeply sensitive, personal material and supporting transformative group experiences.

In addition to her clinical practice, Barbara has had the privilege of co-teaching and assisting alongside Dr. Peter A. Levine, the founder of Somatic Experiencing, on multiple occasions. She also served as an assistant in Somatic Experiencing International core training programs.

Barbara’s personal journey with sexual trauma recovery is deeply woven into her professional calling. She comes from a lineage of intergenerational and ancestral wounds—stories long buried, spoken only in whispers. Growing up neurodivergent, she often felt overwhelmed, masking her true self in search of safety. At 16 years of age, she left her home due to abuse, hoping to leave the pain behind and create a new life. Yet, as so many discover, leaving a place does not mean leaving the wounds—and often, the cycle continues.

For years, Barbara has dedicated herself to gathering the fragmented pieces of her soul—those she once believed were broken, lost, or beyond reach. Slowly, she came to realize that these pieces had always been within her. Her journey has been one of remembering: uncovering the inherent wholeness that exists in each of us, even amidst unspeakable trauma. She has lovingly turned toward the marginalized and exiled parts of herself, inviting them home with patience and care.

Barbara’s diligent work and life journey brought her to a new edge: the shift from merely surviving to truly thriving. After lovingly parting ways with her partner of 25 years, she embarked on a deeper dive into sexual trauma recovery. This phase of her journey has included intensive work with somatic sex educators and practitioners, cultivating an even more attuned and compassionate relationship with herself. Through this process, she embraces the fullness of her vitality and reclaims her sexual sovereignty.

Barbara’s connection to nature and animals has been a vital part of her wholeness. The natural world became a profound teacher, offering her a deep sense of belonging that is tangible, repeatable, and joyful. She believes that “the original relational wounding” stems from the separation of humans from nature, and by extension, from their own bodies and inherent wholeness.

Barbara is guided by the belief that there is a profound wholeness within every being—a vast, interconnected wisdom and aliveness that is always present, even in the face of trauma. In this wholeness lies the potential for reconnection, and sovereignty.

Beginning

Online Pre-Retreat Gathering

Our online pre-retreat meetup offers valuable benefits by fostering connection, preparation, and ease before the retreat. Meeting the team and fellow participants will help build trust and a sense of community, easing nerves and creating a supportive environment. During our time together, we will provide an opportunity to clarify expectations, address logistical questions, and align on the retreat’s purpose. Additionally, participants can share intentions, setting the stage for a more meaningful and connected retreat experience.

Integrating

Online Post-Retreat Gathering

Our group gathering and check-in after this intensive retreat will provide invaluable support for integrating insights and sustaining healing. It will offer a space for shared understanding, connection, and validation among those who have shared a transformative experience. Gathering will help you navigate challenges, reinforce new practices, and foster a sense of community and belonging. By participating in post-retreat reflection, guidance, and accountability, you can ensure that the retreat’s benefits are carried forward into daily life, promoting continued growth and healing.

*We will provide a referral list of SE Practitioners who work both in-person & online

Location

The Imiloa Institute is an extraordinary retreat center that offers a perfect blend of luxury, natural beauty, and transformative experiences. Nestled in the lush jungles of Costa Rica, this world-class facility is designed to inspire growth, connection, and self-discovery. With breathtaking views of the ocean and rainforest, Imiloa provides a serene and rejuvenating environment where participants can immerse themselves in nature’s healing power. Its thoughtfully curated accommodations, farm-to-table cuisine, and state-of-the-art amenities create an unparalleled atmosphere of comfort and care. Known for hosting transformational retreats, Imiloa’s commitment to fostering community, inclusion, and personal evolution makes it a truly unique and inspiring destination for those seeking renewal and empowerment.

• The Retreat gatherings and hosted meals are at the 5-star, 22-acre Imiloa Institute Campus.

• Imiloa is located in the South Pacific area of Costa Rica, approximately 40 minutes north of Uvita and 1 hour of Manuel Antonio on the central Pacific coast.

• The entire jungle is ours - with access to a private waterfall, a tranquil swimming hole with crystal clear water, miles of nature paths, and incredible flora and fauna.

• Featuring an ocean-view infinity saltwater pool.

• The private road is excellent for hiking, and adjacent acres allow endless exploration (some terrain outside the main roads is rugged, so please plan appropriately—no guided group activities will be on steep or overly strenuous terrain).

• Fiber optic high-speed internet - certain parts of the campus, like the House of Masters, you’ll find intentionally without Wi-Fi.

• 2,000 feet above sea level, it is much cooler than the beach and has fewer bugs. The average temperature is under 85°F (27-33°C) during the day and 65-75°F (17-24°C) at night.

• Spa Services at Imiloa (additional cost—booked directly with Imiloa): All spa services are tailored to individual needs, from Shamanic to Ayurvedic to Swedish, facials, relaxation, and Thai yoga massages; the schedule is tailored based on break times.

• If you have any particular concerns regarding the property during the retreat, you will have Imiloa staff communication 24 hours a day via WhatsApp.

Main Imiloa Website

Important Information about the Imiloa Campus

Being in the Savegre mountains, our retreat offers a chance to explore the rugged terrain while immersing yourself in nature. Expect to navigate jungle paths with varying inclines, stairs, rocks, and exposed tree roots. We recommend wearing sturdy shoes like sneakers or strapped footwear for stability (such as Chacos, Keens or Tevas). While the trails accommodate a variety of fitness levels, a basic level of physical capability is advisable to fully enjoy the experience. Since we’ll be staying at a retreat center with indoor/outdoor elements, expect to be exposed to nature (including winds, geckos, lizards, and jungle bugs), as well as the sounds of monkeys, tropical birds, and cicadas.

Imiloa Gourmet Plant-Based Cuisine

Imiloa proudly serves conscious comfort food—healthy, locally sourced, gourmet vegan meals that are artistically plated, scientifically nourishing, and delightfully crafted for all of its retreat guests.

• Daily Gourmet Meals at family tables in an open-air setting: Organic, plant-based meals crafted by a 5-star chef, with a nightly four-course dinner.

• Fresh organic tea from the garden, local coffee, energizing snacks, and fruit throughout the day.

• Water is UV triple-filtered from their mountain’s well and perfectly healthy and safe to drink from all faucets on the property.

• Meal Allergies & Preferences

  • During registration, there is an opportunity to indicate meal allergies and preferences.

  • A special wristband indicating food allergies or modified food needs will be provided.

Eighty percent of guests report eating some animal product before arriving at Imiloa. On their guest surveys, one hundred percent rate their plant-based culinary experience at either 4.9 or 5.0 stars.

Travel

Detailed transportation guidance and a packing list will be provided to registered participants. Preliminary information is below.

The high-class experience starts in San Jose when you are brought to our private aircraft just for you and retreat participants to be flown 15-20 minutes to Quepos.
At the Quepos landing strip, the friendly Imiloa team will pick you up in SUVs. Your baggage will be delivered to your accommodation. Enjoy the 30-minute drive up the mountain to Imiloa.

• We recommend traveling via San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO).

• A valid passport is required and must be valid at least six months after the date of travel.

• Three weeks prior to departure for the retreat you must supply your up-to-date flight information.

• Plan to arrive with wheels down no later than 7:30am on arrival day at San Jose International Airport.

• The retreat cost includes the chartered hopper planes for the group; however, if you prefer ground transportation, this can be set up as an alternative—there will be an additional cost.

  • The domestic terminal is a 5 to 10 minute walk from the international terminal.

  • Please plan to arrive at the San Jose Domestic Airport by 8:45am on arrival day for our charter flight.

  • On departure day, we will leave Imiloa at 9am after breakfast, and you will arrive to the San Jose International Airport at 11:30am. It is suggested to be at the international terminal 3 hours prior to your international departure; please book your departure time accordingly.

Lodging & Registration

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE REGISTERING BELOW
Pricing is inclusive of all offerings listed above.

Each accommodation includes the comfiest mattresses, 850-thread-count sheets, storage space and dry rooms, fiber optic internet, daily cleaning service, private en-suite bath, indoor/outdoor design with a focus on nature and being in your own private refuge, and a thrice-filtered private well for drinking water throughout the property. Single, double, and triple occupancy are available. 

• Each participant must select their lodging, fill out their intake, and pay separately, even if attending together.

• All prices are per person.

• Lodging options vary from shared Geodesic River Domes to solo imported Bali Homes.

  • There is limited availability for single rooms; book soon for this option.

  • If you book a triple occupancy shared dome, we will create the best match based on the registration information you provide.

  • One Jungle Bungalow and the Bali Villa Potoo are intended for a couple or two friends/relatives to share; book soon for one of these options.

• The Refund Policy, Insurance Information, Registration Agreements, Imiloa Institute Guidelines & Additional Onsite Offerings, and Transportation information are posted within registration.

• Please check your spam if you do not receive your automated registration receipt (this is common).

• Your order will remain pending within our system until your attendance at the retreat is complete.

• A welcome email will arrive within two weeks.

There are a limited number of $1,000 financial need/BIPOC scholarships available. Contact information is below for applicants. Healing Informed Somatic Education supplies all scholarships; scholarship donations are welcome but not common.

*The age requirement is 18 and up.
*Non-participating guests are not allowed on the grounds.
*Space is limited to 30 participants to ensure a deeply personal and transformative experience.

If you desire guidance in selecting lodging, please contact us.

Ready to embark on this transformative 6-night all-inclusive journey?

If yes, please register by making your lodging selection:

Click the image to learn more about each option and read the agreements.

Contact

Retreat Director
Melissa Stager
Text/WhatsApp 760-815-7588
Calls and Zoom by appointment
Email Retreat Support

We hope to see you in Costa Rica!