Iyengar Yoga Retreat with Genny Kapuler
Description
“It is not about the pose. It is about being and feeling where you are.”
— Genny Kapuler
Join Blue Osa for a deeply enriching Iyengar Yoga retreat with New York teacher Genny Kapuler. This week is designed to offer bliss, rejuvenation, and high-quality yoga instruction in a setting that supports rest, renewal, and growth. As you practice, you will deepen your understanding of yoga and explore new possibilities for what your practice can become.
Each day includes two yoga classes: one in the morning and one in the afternoon. In between, there is ample time to relax, enjoy eco-spa treatments, or take part in rainforest eco-tours.
About Your Instructor
Genny Kapuler
Genny Kapuler has been studying yoga since 1976 and teaching since 1980. She has traveled to India three times to study with the Iyengar family, and her primary teacher was Mary Dunn. Before becoming a yoga teacher and before the birth of her child, Genny worked as a modern dancer and led her own company for many years. She is also trained in the Alexander Technique, practices Body-Mind Centering, and has studied anatomy extensively.
She brings this background into her teaching, helping students develop a more refined awareness of asana and pranayama through precise alignment. Genny also uses language with care and poetry, creating “a mind-state in the room that is gentle and focused.” Through Iyengar Yoga, she believes students can achieve increasingly exact alignment across the skeletal-muscular, organ, and nervous systems, supporting greater harmony of body, mind, and spirit.
Is This Retreat Right For You?
This retreat is suitable for beginner through advanced students who already have experience with Iyengar Yoga and props. It is not recommended for those with no prior yoga experience. A minimum of two years of Iyengar Yoga practice is required to attend.
What's Included
Accommodations
Intentionally designed beachfront eco-friendly rooms with ocean views, plus access to the 25-meter pool.
Meals
Three farm-to-table meals each day made with homegrown organic ingredients, along with snacks and additional food to keep you nourished throughout the week.
Yoga
Daily yoga classes and yoga props, including mats, blocks, and straps.
Transportation
Airport transfer from Puerto Jimenez to Blue Osa and return taxes.
Also Included
The weekly menu features a high animal-protein diet, including eggs at breakfast, and chicken, beef, or fish served at lunch and dinner.
Not Included
Airfare, the cost of excursions and transportation to and from those excursions, spa services, and beer, wine, or other specialty beverages available at the bar for an additional fee. There is no yoga on Wednesday, which is a free day for tours and other activities.
The Daily Schedule
- 5:30am – Wake up, watch the sunrise, coffee/tea, morning silence
- 7:00am – Breakfast
- 8:30am – Yoga Practice
- 12:30pm – Lunch, Spa treatments, Tours
- 4:00pm – Yoga Practice
- 6:30pm – Dinner
Please note: Wednesday is a day off from yoga, offering time for tours, pool time, and personal relaxation.
Room Options
- Triple Occupancy – rooms 1, 2 + 3 (9 spots available)
- Double Occupancy – rooms 4, 7, 8, 9, 10 + 11 (12 spots available)
- Ocean Front Shared Occupancy – rooms 5 + 6 (4 spots available)
- Single Occupancy – with air conditioning option (2 rooms available)
- Special Deluxe Private Residence – 2 floors, open air, private gym, private drying room, 1 king bed, two twins; price is for 1 or 2 people (1 room available)
To register, full non-refundable and non-transferable payment is required. Click on the reserve your spot option to view rates.
Accommodation Options
Freedom Room 1
Perched on the top level, this penthouse suite offers sweeping panoramic views of the beaches and lush tropical gardens, creating a serene backdrop for a restful stay. Its elevated setting brings a sense of privacy and openness, while keeping you close to the heart of the property.
Just a few meters from the dining room, pool, yoga studio, spa, and beach, the room offers both convenience and a peaceful retreat atmosphere. Whether you are heading to an early yoga session, enjoying a quiet moment by the water, or returning from a spa treatment, everything is within easy reach.
To begin your morning gently, freshly brewed coffee and fruit can be delivered to your room upon request, adding a thoughtful touch to your day. Freedom Room 1 is designed for guests who value comfort, beautiful surroundings, and effortless access to the wellness spaces around them.
Peace Room 2
Peace is a beautiful, spacious room designed to offer a calm and restorative stay, with sweeping ocean views over the lush landscape and garden. From this elevated setting, guests can enjoy some of the best views on the property, creating a serene atmosphere that feels instantly relaxing and deeply connected to nature.
Located above the dining facilities, the room combines a peaceful sense of privacy with convenient access to the heart of the retreat experience. The outlook invites quiet mornings, reflective moments, and a gentle sense of ease throughout the day, whether you are beginning your day with the sunrise or unwinding after time spent exploring the grounds.
With its generous space and beautiful surroundings, Peace offers a welcoming environment for rest, reflection, and comfort.
Breathe Room 3
Located on the second level, this inviting suite is designed to make the most of its beautiful surroundings. Large oversized windows fill the room with natural light throughout the day, while the fresh ocean breeze creates a bright, airy atmosphere that feels instantly relaxing.
Each morning begins with soft sunlight and a sense of calm, making it easy to ease into the day at your own pace. The setting offers a peaceful connection to nature, with the beach just a short walk away for sunrise strolls, quiet moments by the water, or an effortless escape to the shore whenever you wish.
Thoughtfully positioned to capture the essence of Costa Rica’s coastal beauty, this room offers a simple yet memorable stay where comfort, light, and the nearby ocean all come together.
Harmony Room 4
Set in the very heart of Blue Osa, this room offers a peaceful and highly convenient location for your stay. You’ll be just steps away from the dining area, lap pool, and spa, making it easy to move between relaxation, nourishment, and wellness experiences throughout the day.
As soon as you step outside, you’ll be welcomed by the lush central garden, where tropical greenery creates a calm and refreshing atmosphere. From there, your view opens toward the beach, bringing a sense of space and natural beauty that enhances the entire experience.
Perfect for guests who want both comfort and connection to nature, this room places you close to the resort’s main amenities while still offering a serene setting to unwind, recharge, and enjoy the peaceful rhythm of the retreat.
Bliss Room 5
If you’re ready to trade your alarm clock for the rhythm of the ocean, this is the kind of place that makes it easy. At Blue Osa, days begin with the gentle sound of waves, a fresh sea breeze, and soft natural light filling the space. Located just steps from the beach, this room offers a peaceful ocean view and a calming connection to the surrounding landscape.
Bliss Room 5 looks out over the garden and toward the beach, creating a serene setting for rest and reflection. Just outside the room, a private sitting area invites you to pause, take in the view, and enjoy quiet moments in nature. Whether you’re here for relaxation or a wellness retreat, the atmosphere is designed to help you slow down and fully settle into the beauty of coastal Costa Rica.
Teachers
Genny Kapuler has been studying yoga since 1976 and teaching since 1980. She has traveled to India three times to study with the Iyengar family, and her principal teacher was Mary Dunn. Before becoming a yoga teacher and before the birth of her child, she worked as a modern dancer and led her own company for many years. She is also...
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Osa Peninsula, Provincia de Puntarenas, Punto Jimenez, 1004, Costa Rica
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Sat, Feb 6 – Sat, Feb 13