Beginner Yoga and Surf Retreat

April 26 - May 1 , 2026

Six days, five nights, starting at $1250 USD

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San Juan Del Sur - Nicaragua

Accomodation

Our 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom villa is nestled amidst lush greenery, overlooking panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean in San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua. This private villa accommodates 12 guests, has a private pool and offers the choice between shared or private rooms.

Luxury white modern house with swimming pool, lounge chairs, hammock, and lush green tropical landscape.
Group of women sitting on floor cushions in a circle during a meditation or yoga session inside a room with open doors leading outside to a view of hills and water.
Swimming pool with a view of a beach, boats, green hills, and a cloudy sky
Spacious bright living room with beige tile floors, white walls, and large windows. Includes white couches, a glass coffee table, and a round white ottoman. Dining area with wooden tables and white chairs on a raised platform. Sliding glass doors ope
An outdoor patio with wooden and cushioned furniture, overlooking a scenic bay with boats and green hills in the distance.
Living room with a view of a balcony with a hammock, chairs, and a scenic landscape in the background, and a decorated circle on the tiled floor surrounded by cushions.

What’s Included?

  • People participating in a yoga class outdoors on a deck overlooking the water and hills, sitting cross-legged with arms raised in a yoga pose.

    Yoga

    Daily sunrise/sunset yoga sessions overlooking the ocean and mountains.
    Our classes range from dynamic and creative flows to restful candlelit yin sessions.

  • A woman surfboarding on a small wave in the ocean with a person swimming in the background.

    Surf

    Board rentals, surf lessons, and surf analysis, we’ve got everything you need! Sharpen your skills as we take you to three different beaches, each offering its own unique challenge. This year we are surfing new waves!

  • Four women walking on a sandy beach with mountains in the background and a blue sky with some clouds.

    Explore

    Explore the charming town of San Juan Del Sur. Discoverer its shops, cafes, gastronomy and the local culture.

  • A glass table set with a platter of crackers, a bowl of snacks, and a plate of sliced fruits consisting of watermelon, cantaloupe, and zucchini, with seven glasses of pink beverage on an outdoor patio. Pink flowering plants are visible in the background.

    Dine

    Enjoy daily breakfast and dinner curated by a private chef. *Please note that our meals are vegetarian and pescatarian.

  • Decorative arrangement on tiled floor with flower petals, leaves, candles, shells, and small objects, surrounded by cushions with name tags.

    Stay

    6 days, 5 night stay in our stunning villa in the heart of San Juan del Sur. Connect with new friends during our various activities and sharing circles.

  • A group of women dancing and holding hands on a balcony overlooking a coastline with hills and an ocean at sunset.

    Shuttles

    Roundtrip airport transportation from Managua and all local transportation is covered! There’s no better way to get around than by singing along to your favourite tunes in the back of a safari truck.

New this year

  • People standing on a sailboat named 'Shooka' anchored near a rocky shoreline with dry trees and a clear blue sky in the background.

    Sail

    Included in the cost is a morning sailing trip to playa blanca. Enjoy a delicious breakfast cooked on-board, snorkel, SUP and explore a white sand beach.

  • Empty backyard with a concrete skateboarding bowl, surrounded by a high wall, lush green palm and other trees, and small buildings with wooden doors and shutters, under a clear blue sky.

    Skate

    New this year: learn to skate! Join a local Nicaraguan as he teaches you the foundations of skateboarding.

  • A smiling woman lying on a yoga mat outdoors, touching a puppy's face, with green plants in the background.

    Puppy Yoga

    A group favourite! This year, part of our proceeds are supporting the local animal shelter SOS.

  • A group of women holding hands and dancing in a circle on a rooftop at sunset with ocean and hills in the background.

    Salsa

    Improve your salsa dancing skills with our energetic instructor Claudia. Bring your new skills to our rooftop dance party.

  • Multiple women are cooking in a kitchen with gas stoves. They are preparing food and using various kitchen tools and ingredients.

    Cook

    Learn to prepare traditional Nicaraguan dishes, like gallo pinto, in a hands-on cooking class.

  • A group of women gathered around a table outdoors, underneath a large green tree, with sunlight filtering through the leaves, on a bright day.

    Create

    Get crafty and creative as you curate your very own masterpiece in a hands-on art workshop.

Choose your stay

*Prices shown in US Dollars (USD)

Bathroom with white tiled walls, a wooden vanity with a large mirror, blue and white mosaic tile trim, a sink, and a soap dispenser. There is a separate toilet area visible through an open doorway with a towel hanging on the wall and a blue mat on the floor.

Shared Dorm

A hotel room with two bunk beds and a single bed, all with white bedding, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a ceiling fan, and a wooden door at the end of the room.

  • Experience both comfort and community in our women's shared dorm, featuring cozy single-bed bunkbeds and a spacious, modern bathroom for your convenience. Step outside to enjoy breathtaking views of the ocean and pool, creating the perfect backdrop for relaxation.

  • $1250 USD - All inclusive

Shared Double Room

A bedroom with two white beds, green and yellow striped bedding, a green accent wall, a wooden door, and a modern TV stand with green decorative vases.
A small bathroom with a walk-in shower, a toilet with a plant on top of its tank, a wooden-framed mirror above a wooden cabinet with a sink, a soap dispenser, and towels hanging on the wall.

  • Enjoy a cozy and semi-private room with two comfy double beds. This space is perfect for friends or solo travelers looking for a bit more space. You’ll have your own private bathroom and stunning ocean views from your balcony.

  • $1300 USD - All Inclusive

Private King Room

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden nightstands, two table lamps, a wicker armchair, a small matching ottoman, a black side table with flowers, a wooden wardrobe, large windows, a ceiling fan, and an air conditioning unit.
A bedroom with a large bed, nightstands, lamps, and a ceiling fan, seen through an open door that leads to a bathroom with a wooden vanity, mirror, sink, decorative tiles, and a toilet.

  • Enjoy a spacious private king room to help you unwind after each day of yoga and adventure. Your room includes a modern private ensuite, giving you comfort and privacy.

    Our private king room can be shared at an additional cost. Please send us an inquiry if you would like to share this room with a friend or family member.

  • 1 person: $1500 USD

    Extra $1000 to share with a friend.

    All inclusive

Meet the Team

The incredible people who work hard to make this week happen!

  • A young woman smiling and holding a surfboard at the beach with ocean waves in the background, black and white photo.

    Brit

    Cedar Adventures - @cedar.adv

    200hr YTT certified

  • A young woman with long brown hair, blue eyes, and light skin, smiling for the photo. She is wearing a light blue top, a delicate necklace, and dangling earrings. Behind her are green leafy plants and a dark wall.

    Montana

    Mindful Earth - @mindfulearth.eco

    200hr YTT certified

  • A woman with dark hair, wearing earrings, a white shirt, and sunglasses on her head, smiling in front of green palm leaves.

    Celine

    Chef - Registered Nutritionist

  • A man standing on a sandy beach with a giant inflatable pencil costume on his back under a partly cloudy sky, with the ocean and a beach hut nearby.

    Osman

    Surf Instructor - @surf_nicaa

  • Person with curly hair wearing a bucket hat, t-shirt, and shorts, holding a professional camera with a large telephoto lens, sitting under a wooden structure at the beach.

    Osci

    Photographer - @osci_surf_co

  • Two women sitting on a wooden bench, surrounded by cat-friendly plants, holding and playing with multiple kittens in a bright, indoor space.

    SOS Animales

    Community partner - @sos.animales.nica

  • Young woman standing in jewelry store with display racks of gold necklaces, earrings, and bracelets behind her.

    Tatiana

    Community partner - @solarena_nic

  • Logo featuring a palm tree, a sun, and a blue smile, with the words "Transporte Membreño" and the slogan "Every adventure has its own story."

    Alex

    Transportation team

Testimonials

Click here to find out what past participants have to say!

Pathway through foliage leading to beach with ocean and sky in background.

Booking Flights

Airfare is not included in the cost. Roundtrip travel between the airport and retreat is however included. The shuttle will be departing Managua on the first day of the retreat and returning on the last. More information will be provided when booking.

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  • Tourism in Nicaragua is on the rise. Statistically, Nicaragua is the safest country in Central America after Costa Rica. However, the country’s political unrest in 2018 leaves many travelers wondering if it is a safe place to travel.

    It is important to note that it is not without crime just like many other developing countries. Travelers must be aware of the dangers, know potential scams and take precautions to stay safe.

    • Flights

    • Travel insurance (mandatory)

    • Personal snacks

    • Dinner at Hush restaurant on the last night

    • Any purchases at the beach restaurants during our surf day

    • Gratuities for drivers, community partners and Airbnb cleaners

  • Yes! The retreat location will be provided upon booking. You can choose to opt-out of the shuttle service and make your way to the retreat from another location. We will provide further instructions on getting to Nicaragua through email.

FAQ

  • Absolutely! While offering more advanced variations, all yoga classes will accommodate new yogis.

    Beginner surfers will initially participate in a surf lesson and improve their skills throughout the week. We start off with beginner friendly waves and gradually make our way to intermediate waves.

  • Yes! Please indicate that you would like a payment plan when signing up and we will get back to you with more information.

  • The official language of Nicaragua is Spanish; however many Nicaraguans speak English.

    The Nicaraguan Cordoba is the currency of Nicaragua; however most places accept USD and credit cards.