(Re)connect — To Yourself and to Community with Sarah Wilcoxon
Your TourHero
Sarah has been a lifelong lover of movement. She even chose her childhood clothes based on how they moved when she “twirled.” While her love affair with movement first blossomed as a professional dancer, these days she works as a choreographer, a 200-hour certified yoga instructor, and a 500-hour comprehensively certified Pilates teacher. She’s also certified in Active Isolated Stretch and works as a Progressing Ballet Technique Tutor to help ballet teachers learn strength training techniques for their artform. Sarah’s classes draw from a lifetime of expertise in dance, Pilates, and yoga to build strength and control through a full range of motion and nourish your mind-body connection. She’ll help you build your own path towards your movement goals, celebrating the difference in each beautifully unique body. She focuses on alignment and believes that two clean repetitions of a movement hold more value than 10 messy reps. Her classes are challenging, adaptable to your individual needs, and full of laughter and joy. When she's not in the studio, she enjoys reading as well as spending time with her husband and two chihuahuas.
Duration
5 days · 4 nights
Travel Date
Jun 8 – 12, 2025
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
6 – 12
Transportation
Airport transfers
Tour Price
Your Fellow Explorers
Age range
16+
Travel interest
Pilates, nature, movement, community, growth, slow down and connect
Fellow Travelers
Tracy
AddieYour Local Guide
Finca Luna Nueva Lodge is more than just a retreat center. Conceived as a lodge that truly connects travelers with nature, Finca Luna Nueva is as focused on education as it is on recreation and relaxation. Staying there will give you a chance to learn from the lodge's friendly, knowledgeable workers. Additionally, planning your trip with Finca Luna Nueva Lodge means that you can just sit back and enjoy Costa Rica, as the lodge has everything you need for a comfortable and productive stay.
Immerse yourself in a transformative Costa Rican adventure, where you will have the perfect opportunity to slow down and connect with yourself, your strength, nature, and new friends. Enjoy serene nights in La Fortuna at the beautiful Finca Luna Nueva, where nourishing meals and a variety of enriching activities are included in your carefully-curated program. With sessions led by Sarah, you will partake in daily movement practice and mindful activities, also exploring the breathtaking surroundings of La Fortuna.
This journey is designed to nourish your mind, body, and spirit, fostering alignment and unmasking your true self. You will leave feeling rejuvenated, empowered, and deeply connected to the vibrant community and stunning nature of Costa Rica.
Cancellation policy
TourHero, the retreat host, and the tour operator reserve the right to cancel or reschedule this trip up until April 3, 2025. If the departure is canceled out of your control, you will be alerted by this date and will receive a full refund.
In this case, TourHero is not responsible for your preparation expenses, such as airline tickets, extra accommodations, loss of work, or any other cost associated with preparing for your trip. We recommend booking travel insurance, along with refundable flights/accommodations in case of cancellation.
Refunds for deposits
We will hold your spot as soon as you put down your deposit. However, if you decide to cancel your trip, we will be unable to refund your deposit.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
You may change or cancel your trip by April 3, 2025 for a refund, excluding the deposit. After this date, no refunds will be given. You can change or cancel your trip in your TourHero account by clicking on Your Trips.
Your TourHero
Sarah has been a lifelong lover of movement. She even chose her childhood clothes based on how they moved when she “twirled.” While her love affair with movement first blossomed as a professional dancer, these days she works as a choreographer, a 200-hour certified yoga instructor, and a 500-hour comprehensively certified Pilates teacher. She’s also certified in Active Isolated Stretch and works as a Progressing Ballet Technique Tutor to help ballet teachers learn strength training techniques for their artform. Sarah’s classes draw from a lifetime of expertise in dance, Pilates, and yoga to build strength and control through a full range of motion and nourish your mind-body connection. She’ll help you build your own path towards your movement goals, celebrating the difference in each beautifully unique body. She focuses on alignment and believes that two clean repetitions of a movement hold more value than 10 messy reps. Her classes are challenging, adaptable to your individual needs, and full of laughter and joy. When she's not in the studio, she enjoys reading as well as spending time with her husband and two chihuahuas.
Duration
5 days · 4 nights
Travel Date
Jun 8 – 12, 2025
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
6 – 12
Transportation
Airport transfers
Immerse yourself in a transformative Costa Rican adventure, where you will have the perfect opportunity to slow down and connect with yourself, your strength, nature, and new friends. Enjoy serene nights in La Fortuna at the beautiful Finca Luna Nueva, where nourishing meals and a variety of enriching activities are included in your carefully-curated program. With sessions led by Sarah, you will partake in daily movement practice and mindful activities, also exploring the breathtaking surroundings of La Fortuna.
This journey is designed to nourish your mind, body, and spirit, fostering alignment and unmasking your true self. You will leave feeling rejuvenated, empowered, and deeply connected to the vibrant community and stunning nature of Costa Rica.
Timeline
- Day 1 · June 8, 2025 · La Fortuna
- 9 am – 12 noon: Arrive at San José International Airport
- Group transfer from airport to accommodation
- 3:00 pm: Check-in at Finca Luna Nueva
- 6 – 7 pm: Welcome movement and intention setting session
- 7:30 pm: Welcome dinner
- Day 2 · June 9, 2025 · La Fortuna
- 7:00 am: Breakfast
- 8:30 am – 12:30 pm: Excursion to Fortuna Waterfall with snacks
- Return to accommodation
- 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Lunch
- 4:00 – 5:00 pm: Pilates
- 7 pm: Dinner
- Day 3 · June 10, 2025 · La Fortuna
- 8:00 – 9:00 am: Yoga
- 9 am: Breakfast
- 11 am – 3 pm: Excursion to Hot Springs with lunch
- 4 – 5 pm: Pilates
- 5 pm - 7 pm: Chocolate workshop
- 7 pm: Dinner
- Day 4 · June 11, 2025 · La Fortuna
- 8:00 – 9:00 am: Yoga
- 9 am: Breakfast
- 1 pm: Arenal Hanging Bridges with lunch
- 4 – 5 pm: Pilates
- 7 pm: Dinner
- Day 5 · June 12, 2025 · Departure
- 8 – 9 am: Final movement session
- 9 am: breakfast
- 10 am – 11 am: Check out of accommodation
- 11 am - 12 noon: Group transfer to airport
- Journey ends
Details
Day 1 · June 8, 2025
Arrival to tranquility: Begin your transformative retreat
-Arrive at San José International Airport. As you step off the plane, feel the warm embrace of Costa Rica's tropical air. Enjoy a scenic drive through lush landscapes as you are transferred to the retreat venue.
-Check into your new home at Finca Luna Nueva, nestled in the heart of the Costa Rican jungle. This sanctuary is a recreational paradise, offering wholesome meals, enchanting nature views, and serene spaces perfect for relaxation.
-Join Sarah in a grounding movement and intention setting session designed to connect you with your body and mind. This session will cultivate strength, alignment, and a deep sense of presence, laying the foundation for your journey.
-Gather for a nourishing dinner where vibrant flavors and fresh, local ingredients will delight your senses. Share laughter and stories with new friends as you begin to build a supportive and joyful community.
Day 2 · June 9, 2025
Flowing with nature: A day of waterfall wonders and holistic harmony
-Begin your day with a wholesome breakfast, savoring fresh, local flavors as you prepare for the adventures ahead. Then, embark on a breathtaking journey to the magnificent Fortuna Waterfall. Immerse yourself in the beauty of cascading waters, lush greenery, and vibrant wildlife.
-Return to the retreat venue for a delightful lunch. Take a moment to relax and reflect on the morning's adventure, embracing the peaceful surroundings.
-Join Sarah for an invigorating pilates session, focusing on strength, alignment, and control. This practice will deepen your mind-body connection and leave you feeling balanced and revitalized.
-Gather once more for a sumptuous dinner, where delicious, wholesome food and warm conversations create a sense of community and joy. Share your day's experiences and unwind in the company of newfound friends.
Day 3 · June 10, 2025
A day of bliss: Yoga, hot springs, and chocolate delights
-Start your day with a rejuvenating yoga session, embracing the peaceful morning energy. Then, enjoy a nourishing breakfast, indulging in the fresh and vibrant flavors of Costa Rica.
-Experience the ultimate relaxation with an excursion to the soothing hot springs. Let the warm, mineral-rich waters melt away tension as you soak amidst the lush, tropical surroundings. A delightful lunch will be provided.
-Return for an empowering pilates session. Focus on building strength, enhancing flexibility, and deepening your connection with your body under Sarah's expert guidance.
-Discover the art of chocolate making in a fun and interactive workshop. Learn about the process and indulge in creating your own delicious chocolate treat.
-Conclude the day with a delectable dinner, savoring the rich flavors of a thoughtfully prepared meal.
Day 4 · June 11, 2025
Elevate your spirit: A day of treetop wonders and inner harmony
-Partake in a calming yoga session that harmonizes mind and body, followed by a wholesome breakfast that energizes you for the day's explorations.
-Embark on a mesmerizing adventure to the Arenal Hanging Bridges, where you’ll walk among the treetops and marvel at the lush, vibrant ecosystem. Enjoy a delicious lunch.
-Back at the retreat venue, it's time for an invigorating pilates session. Conclude your day with a delightful dinner, sharing stories and laughter with your retreat community.
Day 5 · June 12, 2025
Wrapping up our time together — goodbyes
-Start your morning with a final enriching movement session followed by a nourishing breakfast, savoring these last moments in the serene retreat setting.
-Prepare for departure as you check out, taking with you cherished memories and connections. A scenic transfer will take you back to the airport.
Accommodation
Finca Luna Nueva
Finca Luna Nueva is located in the heart of the Costa Rican jungle, deemed a recreational paradise and a living classroom for all who visit. The lodge offers delicious ‘farm-to-table’ food, comfortable rooms/suites, and miles of hiking trails through rainforests, farmland, and herbal gardens. Enjoy the views of each from your chosen accommodation, all featuring private decks or wraparound porches. You’ll have everything you need for the perfect experience, including private bathrooms with hot water, linens and towels, and space to rest and relax. The property also features a pool, stunning yoga shala, spa, open-air lounge area, and delicious restaurant. Room type/configuration: Multiple options available — see packages upon checkout.
Included
4 nights at Finca Luna Nueva
All meals
One group airport arrival transfer
One group airport departure transfer
All transfers to activities
Day 2: Excursion to Fortuna Waterfall with snacks
Day 3: Excursion to Hot Springs with lunch
Day 3: Chocolate workshop
Day 4: Arenal Hanging Bridges with lunch
All wellness activities led by Sarah Wilcoxon as described in the itinerary
Not included
Flights
Optional add-ons
Travel insurance
Gratuities
FAQ
What happens if I need to cancel my trip?
Please check the cancellation policy section on this itinerary page for specific details.
Will TourHero or the operator take care of my visa (if applicable)?
Travelers are responsible for researching visa requirements and obtaining a visa if needed. Please check government websites to ensure you have the necessary documents, along with passport requirements, before your departure date. This includes necessary transit visas, permits, and vaccinations required prior to travel and any required reciprocity fees for the destination. TourHero will provide a booking confirmation document after purchase, which may be needed to obtain a visa.
If your visa is denied for any reason, TourHero will issue a refund based on the cancellation policy. However, we are unable to provide a refund after the cancellation due date has passed.
Do I need a passport for this trip?
A full and valid passport is required for all persons traveling to any destination outside of one’s home country. Most international tours require a passport that's valid for at least six (6) months beyond the scheduled end of your Itinerary. TourHero will not issue refunds based on passport issues such as renewals or lost passports.
What's included in the price?
Please check the inclusion and exclusion sections above. You'll find information about included meals, transfers, flights, and activities. If you have any questions or need support, please contact: hello@tourhero.com.
Cancellation policy
TourHero, the retreat host, and the tour operator reserve the right to cancel or reschedule this trip up until April 3, 2025. If the departure is canceled out of your control, you will be alerted by this date and will receive a full refund.
In this case, TourHero is not responsible for your preparation expenses, such as airline tickets, extra accommodations, loss of work, or any other cost associated with preparing for your trip. We recommend booking travel insurance, along with refundable flights/accommodations in case of cancellation.
Refunds for deposits
We will hold your spot as soon as you put down your deposit. However, if you decide to cancel your trip, we will be unable to refund your deposit.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
You may change or cancel your trip by April 3, 2025 for a refund, excluding the deposit. After this date, no refunds will be given. You can change or cancel your trip in your TourHero account by clicking on Your Trips.
- Keep your eyes peeled for signs of the rich and diverse wildlife that call this biological corridor home. - Unsplash: Zdeněk Macháček
- Take the time to soak in this majestic feat of nature. - Unsplash: Traveling Tall Girl
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- Embark on a peaceful nature walk at the magical Místico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park. View the lush forest from a different angle via the many suspension bridges. - Christina Victoria Craft
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- Finca Luna Nueva Lodge - Facebook: Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Finca Luna Nueva Lodge - Facebook: Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- The Finca Luna Nueva Lodge is a superb eco-conscious sanctuary set on a biodynamic farm nestled amidst raw nature. - Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Surrounded by farmland, fields, and miles of hiking trails through the forest, this secluded gem will truly allow us to reconnect with Mother Nature. - Facebook: Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Another stunning day in the Costa Rican jungle opens itself up to us today. - Facebook: Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Let the awe-inspiring Fortuna Waterfall echo the strength you have to renew yourself! - Wikimedia Commons
- Every morning, enjoy breakfasts plated with love. Each morsel resonates with Costa Rica’s natural bounty, ensuring you are fueled for the day ahead. - Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Finca Luna Nueva Lodge - Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- As the day gracefully unfolds, we come together for a dinner that transcends sustenance — it's a nourishment of body and soul. - Facebook: Finca Luna Nueva
- Have a fun-filled chocolate-making workshop to learn the process of chocolate cultivation and processing. - Pablo Merchan Montes
- Discover the beautiful yoga shala at Finca Luna Nueva Lodge. Before our welcome dinner, a grounding movement and intention setting session will connect you with your body and mind. - Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Experience the ultimate relaxation with an excursion to the soothing hot springs. Let the warm, mineral-rich waters melt away tension as you soak amidst the lush, tropical surroundings. - Bailey Burton