Costa Rica waterfall
Raise your frequency retreat

Elevate. Rejuvenate. Heal.

Dominical, Costa Rica

March 24th-29th, 2025

Led by Jennifer Grace and Joanna Barbera

A Deep Healing Plant Based Wellness Retreat

The dramatic ocean views in Costa Rica set the tone for an experience beyond comparison – a connection to nature, spiritual experiences, deep relaxation, powerful education, and the feeling of awe and wonder again and again. During this extraordinary Spring Equinox retreat of a lifetime each day will begin with a grounding foundation of morning movement, meditation, and breathwork with Joanna. Followed by powerful transformational workshops to Raise your Frequency such as; Sound Bowl and Gong Healings, Mantra Medicine, Somatics and Soul-led Journaling practices and so much more with Jennifer, Joanna, and our team of expert healers and facilitators. Afternoons we will either relax at the spa or journey out, discovering all that Costa Rica has to offer. Plus powerful opening and closing Sacred Shamanic Ceremonies that will integrate and elevate your experience beyond measure.

IMOLA RETREAT CENTER

This life-changing retreat will be held at Imola Insitute, a 5-star eco luxury retreat center located in Dominical, Costa Rica. On site you’ll find Three salt water pools and thei raward winning spa all overlooking the ocean. Miles of jungle pathways that lead to awe inspiring private waterfalls. The “Heart” of Imiloa: This is at the center of the property. The space is where Chef Pedro dazzles, where groups eat and share time together. The space is a blended design honoring the indigenous of Costa Rica and imported Balinese pieces. Includes multi-use, loungy and relaxation space. Perfect for break out sessions, dining, dancing, deepenings, relaxing or individual meditation and rejuvation.The memories of this breathtaking place will be with you long after you leave.

Includes: : Daily Five Star Plant Based Gormet Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner at Imiloa, Five Nights Shared Eco Luxury Accommodations in Bungalow Hill or Domeland, Private Plane Transportation from San Jose Airport (20 min. flight) All Yoga, Meditation, and Two Sacred Shamanic Ceremonies, and all Transformational Workshops with Our Team of Experts and Shamanic Healers.

Bonus: For those seeking to expand their experience, we’re offering an exciting opportunity: Each afternoon, after lunch, Hay House author Jennifer Grace will be leading sessions on: Running Successful Sold Out Wellness Retreats. This additional training is included at no extra charge, perfect for those interested in growing their spiritual leadership skills.

You can read more about this offering HERE

**NOT INCLUDED: Your Flight to San Jose

Dates MAR 24th – 29th 2025

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BUNGALOW HILL

Jungle Bungalows built on the side of the mountain on the pathway to our very own private waterfall. Bali inspired, the interiors feature natural finishings and a gorgeous exposed shower and bath tub.

 

DOMELAND

Inspired Geodesic River Domes, among the best made in the world and partially powered by solar energy, sit perched on the edge of our private river with the fresh, flowing water feeding up to the domes. Experience the soothing sounds of relaxing and sleeping next to flowing water. Amazing!

 

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ACCOMODATIONS BALI VILLAGE

Bali Village is perched 1200 feet about the Pacific Ocean, on a ridge line of flora, fauna and wildlife every direction you look. These shared accommodations are 160-200 year old homes imported from Bali. Each with their own en suite bathrooms, the homes bring you back and create a self space for rejuvenation and transformation.

 

Includes: Daily Five Star Plant Based Gormet Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner at Imiloa, Five Nights Shared Luxury Accommodations in one of the Bali Houses in Bali Village, Private Plane Transportation from San Jose Airport (20 min. flight) All Yoga, Meditation, How to Run Sold Out Successful Retreats Program, Two Sacred Shamanic Ceremonies, and all Transformational Workshops with Our Team of Experts and Shamanic Healers.

Dates MAR 24th – 29th 2025

 

Book a call to learn about different accommodations and pricing

ACCOMODATIONS BALI VILLAGE

Bali Village is perched 1200 feet about the Pacific Ocean, on a ridge line of flora, fauna and wildlife every direction you look. These shared accommodations are 160-200 year old homes imported from Bali. Each with their own en suite bathrooms, the homes bring you back and create a self space for rejuvenation and transformation.

The Retreat Center

THE HOUSE OF MASTERS

The House of Masters, located in the center of the property, is a 2,000 square foot Balinese structure hanging 100 feet in the Jungle canopy. Adjacent are restrooms and a yoga storage room for mats, blocks and more. The space is used for our transformational and healing workshops.
People meditating in Costa Rica

THE HEART OF IMILOA

A sprawling 3,000 square foot space that is the “Heart of Imiloa,” our social space features loungy, multicultural inspired furnishings, couches, and 5 imported tables from Bali, all under a Polynesian style roof.

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THE WATERFALL

Beyond the Jungle Bungalows is a path that leads to our own private waterfall. Descend into what feels like an enchanted jungle forest as you bask in the magic and beauty of the surrounding nature.

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SPA

Imiloa’s world-class spa is a curated, sensual and deeply moving experience. Choose from Ayurvedic massages and practices, to a shamanic masseuse from our teammembers who are from the Boruca indigineous tribe here in Costa Rica, to more traditional Swedish, relaxation or Thai yoga massages, body wraps and others. A full list of spa offerings and a link to book during your free time will be provided to you before you arrival.

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5 STAR CUISINE

Chef Pedro and Imiloa’s kitchen team are rated 4.9 and 5 stars in every area of the culinary experience by our thousands of guests. Food at Imiloa is an experience of itself — the perfect blend of art, nutritious and in harmony with nature, Imiloa’s kitchen is proud to cater needs to every type of request, allergy or desire. We are a plant based kitchen.

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LOCATION

Imiloa is located at the top of a mountain, at the end of the road and out on the edge of the cliff, 3KM north of Dominical, Costa Rica. You’ll arrive easily on our private plane, and then enjoy unlimited transportation throughout the length of your stay.

Beyond this, Imiloa is located on the edge of the second most bio-diverse area on the planet. Dominical is a beachtown with surfer vibes, great coffee shops and plenty of shopping (only 13 minutes away). To the North, the center of our Municipality, Quepos, and to our south, Uvita, the famous Whale’s Tail and Ojochal (with heavy European influence). Just 45 minutes east sits Costa Rica’s second largest city, San Isidro. So whether 30 minutes north or south of Imiloa, or 45 minutes east, you have airports and cafes, beaches and waterfalls, bio-diversity and happy people ready to show you the lush, lovely area we call home.

People meditating in Costa Rica
People meditating in Costa Rica

LOGISTICS

TRAVEL INSURANCE and COVID PROCEDURES

  • TRAVEL INSURANCE AND PROTECT, DURING AND AFTER PANDEMIC www.globalrescue.com/imiloa
  • We have an on-call doctor
  • Fully following on cleansing protocols as per Ministry of Health
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TRANSPORTATION

  1. Schedule your plane to arrive on March 24th at SJO on or before 9am in order to ensure you’ll have transport via private plane (this is included) to Imiloa. Once landed, proceed to customs and instructions will be provided to meet Imiloa concierge.
  2. If you need to arrive the day before, please stay at the Hampton Inn across from the airport, or plan to be in the San Jose Domestic Terminal for private flight to Imiloa by no later than 9am (instructions will be emailed)
  3. If you want to arrive later on March 24th and miss our private plane you can pay $150 to take a later flight at 3pm – you must arrive at SJO by 1pm.
  4. Proceed to baggage claim with concierge and proceed to Domestic Terminal (3 minute walk from International Terminal).
  5. Private plane will bring you to Imiloa.
A group shot of an earlier retreat standing in front of the prop plane they traveled in.

Meet the Team

Jennifer Grace

Celebrity Coach Jennifer Grace, was named Miami’s number #1 Life Coach by New Times. 

She is a Hay House Author, Motivational speaker, Radio Show host, and Transformational Coach.

Jennifer leads both individuals, and professionals in corporations, to reach next levels of human potential and peek performance with mindfulness and emotional intelligence tools based on the mindset course she teaches from Stanford University.

Jennifer is also a “coaches coach.” She is one of the key Train the Trainers of the Stanford curriculum. In the last 4 years, she has certified over 100 coaches on how to powerfully deliver the course and build a profitable group coaching business and brand.

To date, the program has been translated into nine different languages and is being taught in nine different countries, all under Jennifer’s direction.

In 2016 Jennifer took on redesigning the program for kids and teens and has certified 50 plus coaches to deliver the youth coaching curriculum (CIJ: Insight for Life). The program has now been accepted into the New York Public School System.

Jennifer currently leads workshops and corporate wellness programs internationally and online. Over the last 10 years, she has traveled to 20 different exotic destinations, and she and her retreat participants have raised over $50,000 to help communities in need worldwide with her give back retreats

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Joanna Barbera

Joanna Barbera is a Nashville-based Holistic Transformation Guide and accomplished singer/songwriter. With a passion for guiding individuals to inner liberation, she specializes in unlocking authentic voices and personal truths.

For over two decades, Joanna has artfully blended her love of music with Eastern spirituality. As a mentor, she draws from her extensive certifications, including Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Yoga Teacher Training (RYT-200), and Body & Brain instruction, to offer a unique, holistic approach to personal growth and creative expression.Through Music City Mindfulness, Joanna creates sacred spaces for reconnecting with your authentic self. She skillfully weaves together yoga, breathwork, mantra, music, and meditation into transformative experiences. 

 Whether through one-on-one mentoring, group workshops, retreats or her signature Soul Song experience, Joanna guides her clients to tune into their deepest truths and express them with courage and clarity. With Joanna as your guide, you’ll embark on a journey of self-discovery, unlocking your unique potential and composing the authentic soundtrack of your life.