FebRuary 15 -20, 2027
SOMA
Nature as Teacher Body as Guide
Retreat in the Costa Rican Jungle
Sensation
Breath
Instinct
Five Elements, Five Ways Home
Return to your living body by aligning with the five elements on this transformational retreat in the healing jungle of Costa Rica.
Soma
When we talk about Soma, we mean the sensing, living body – the one that whispers long before the mind catches up.
Sensation.
Breath.
Instinct.
The truth you feel, not the one you manage.
Through yoga, somatic dance, pranayama, meditation, creative arts, connection, and real rest, the elements help you return to yourself… little by little, again and again.
This isn’t about effort. It’s about listening inward. (And yes, we’ll laugh a lot too.)
Our home in the jungle
Imiloa Institute
Situated in the heart of the Costa Rican jungle, Imiloa Institute is our home for nourishment and transformation. Imiloa features an open-air yoga studio, miles of hiking pathways, a sacred waterfall, and beautiful accommodations. Around every corner you’ll find healing places where you can reconnect with your true self.
For the entire stay you’ll enjoy healthy, locally-sourced, vegetarian meals and snacks that are consciously prepared and beautifully plated. Supporting you through the entire retreat experience is the thoughtful, professional and friendly Imiloa team.
Your retreat includes…
5 Night Accommodations with private bath
Nourishing Vegetarian Meals and snacks
Opening and Closing Circles
Daily Yoga, and Dance practices
Meditation and Mindfulness practices
Philosophy teaching and Sharing circles
Time to yourself & Time in community
A Visit to the pristine Costa Rican coastline
meet your hostS
Sarah Fischer ~ MA, ERYT500, YACEP, Certified Life Coach
Sarah has been teaching heart-centered alignment-based yoga in Richmond, Virginia since 2007. She uses precise alignment, effective sequencing, and relatable storytelling to support students to have embodied transformative experiences on the mat. In addition to teaching yoga, Sarah is a certified life coach. She enjoys helping students and clients get grounded and build confidence so that they can live their most authentic lives. Sarah lives in Richmond, VA with her family.
meet your hostS
Niki Schemmel ~ ERYT500, YACEP, SoulShine Dance Teacher
In 2001, Niki answered the call of her heart and became a yoga instructor in Los Angeles, where she began to share her knowledge of alignment principles and heart-opening yoga philosophy. Niki creates safe spaces for people to have their own unique experiences and offers many modifications to make her classes accessible to every body. Niki's joy is infectious and her playful attitude creates an inclusive community atmosphere. Niki is also a NIA black belt. She lives in Richmond, VA with her family.
meet your hostS
Mare Grinnan ~ SoulShine Dance Instructor and Sound Healer
Bright, energetic, and whole-hearted, Mare Grinnan creates experiences for a collective of curious people of all ages to show up exactly how they are. Whether she’s hosting a retreat to help people connect more deeply with each other, nature, and themselves or leading a joyful movement class in her studio, Mare believes in undoing perfectionist tendencies so that we all can embody and love ourselves as we are, where we are.
Luxurious Accommodations
Whether you are tucked away amidst the trees or perched high on a mountain with breathtaking ocean views, Imiloa welcomes you to a world of luxurious comfort.
Relax in the heart of the jungle in an eco-friendly geodesic river dome
Luxuriate in a Balinese suite at the top of the mountian
Keep close to the retreat activities by staying in one of the Jungle Bungalows
Escape to your own mini-campus in one of the Sky Forest Ocean View Suites
Retreat to either the Potoo House or Jogolo House
Each accommodation is unique and serves as your personal sanctuary during your stay
Details & Reservations
You are always welcome...
Soma is steeped in an expansively inclusive yoga philosophy where all beings are celebrated as living embodiments of Shakti. No matter your yoga experience you are invited into the circle.
Here’s how to get started
A Non-Refundable $750 deposit reserves your spot.
Pricing is based on your accommodations.
Soma is hosted by SoulShine Studios.
All registration is handled through SoulShine. Mare and Jen are more than happy to answer your questions. They will also help you secure your spot so that you can have an incredible retreat experience.
Wanna talk to me directly? Schedule a Connection Call. I’m thrilled to talk about Imiloa and our retreat experience.
I had the great honor to visit Imiloa in February of 2024 and to host a retreat there in 2025. I’m not exaggerating when I say Imiloa is life changing.If you want to know more about my experiences or you have any other questions for me, please be in touch. I love connecting.