Pilates Reformer Retreat

4–8 March 2026

Spend five days at the ocean’s edge in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, in a retreat designed for movement, connection, and renewal. With the Pacific nearby and nature all around, this experience offers space to return to yourself through daily Pilates, meditation, yoga, journaling, and quiet reflection.

Hosted in a beautiful villa that combines relaxed luxury with the raw beauty of the tropics, each day is thoughtfully balanced with strength, softness, stillness, and joy. The setting includes ocean views, lush jungle surroundings, and the calming sounds of nature, creating an atmosphere that supports rest and restoration.

Guided by Julie Pallesen, founder of This Way Movement and a certified Pilates and yoga teacher, the retreat includes reformer classes in This Way Movement’s Pilates reformer, tower, and chair studio, along with mindful sessions that invite you to slow down and move with intention. Whether you are new to Pilates or already experienced, you’ll find a supportive space to explore your practice and recharge.

Each day is complemented by two homemade meals prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. These nourishing dishes are designed to satisfy and energize you throughout your stay.

The villa features uniquely designed suites in calming earthy tones, all with air conditioning and spacious interiors for unwinding in comfort. Surrounded by tropical jungle and wildlife, including howler monkeys, the environment offers a peaceful backdrop for relaxation and reflection.

Join as a local
Participation in the retreat with all activities and meals, without accommodation

Price: $800

Schedule

• 4 March — Check-in at 3:00 PM, welcome, mat Pilates class, dinner
• 5 March — Journaling and meditation, brunch, reformer Pilates, dinner
• 6 March — Yoga, brunch, reformer Pilates, dinner
• 7 March — Brunch, reformer Pilates, sunset stretch and meditation, dinner
• 8 March — Mat Pilates, brunch, check-out at 10:30 AM

Not included: Transportation. Flights and transfers to the retreat venue are arranged separately.

Travel

Fly into San Jose or Liberia International Airport, then take a domestic flight to Cobano, which takes about 20 minutes. From San Jose or Liberia, you can book your internal flight with Sansa or Green Airways. After landing in Cobano, a taxi will take you to Santa Teresa on a scenic 20-minute drive, and coordination support will be provided.

It is highly recommended that you check the Green Airways or Sansa schedule before booking your main flight so you can plan the timing of your domestic connection. Julie can also help with coordination.

Cancellation Policy

A $1,000 nonrefundable deposit is required to secure your place. The remaining balance must be paid no later than 60 days before the retreat begins. If cancellation is requested within 60 days of the retreat date, 50% of the total amount minus the deposit will be refunded. Cancellations made within 30 days of the retreat are nonrefundable. Travel insurance is strongly recommended. No exceptions can be made for any reason, and no refund or credit will be given for non-attendance or early departure.

Spaces are limited to keep the experience intimate. Join this March for five unforgettable days by the sea, and take a meaningful pause to restore your body, clear your mind, and reconnect with what matters most.

Your path to wellness begins here.