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Remember the woman you are beneath the noise of everyday life.
When did you stop feeling like yourself?
Maybe it happened slowly.
Life got busier.
You started taking care of everyone else before yourself.
Somewhere between doing, achieving, and holding everything together… you stopped feeling fully alive.
You laugh a little less.
Rest feels unfamiliar.
And while life might look full on the outside, something inside quietly whispers…
There's more than this.
SoulRise is your invitation to remember.
Not to become someone new.
But to come home to the woman you've always been.
The woman who trusts herself, laughs easily, feels grounded, adventurous, playful, and present.
The woman who doesn't just survive life…
She experiences it.
At SoulRise, we believe transformation happens when you're given the space to slow down, reconnect with nature, challenge yourself, and remember what has been within you all along.
Whether you're catching your first wave, sharing stories around the dinner table, watching the sunset after yoga, or laughing with women who were strangers just days before…
You'll begin to remember her.
Not the exhausted version of yourself.
The real you.
The one who sleeps deeply, trusts her intuition, finds joy in simple moments, and feels supported, connected, and alive.
Because the greatest souvenir you'll ever bring home…
Is yourself.
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Community of fun, supportive women 🧡
"I joined this retreat because I was in need of rest, relaxation and fun.
This week delivered all of that and soo much more! The food, accommodations, surf and yoga were
all amazing! I had so much fun and I left for home feeling 100% refreshed and relaxed!!
~ Amanda ~
What's Included
7 nights accommodation in dreamy Playa Hermosa
(Nicoya Peninsula, just outside of Santa Teresa, CR)
Fresh & nourishing meals prepared by our in house chef
4 customized surf lessons w/ certified local instructors
~ all levels welcome!
Daily Yoga practice for movement & mindfulness
Day trip adventure to a waterfall & swimming in tide pools
Workshops w/ Kari
Souvenir videos and photos capturing your surf moments
Connection & community
A week of unforgettable memories & transformation🧡
More than a retreat. A return to yourself.
SoulRise began with a simple mission: to get more women into the ocean—to try something new, laugh, make mistakes, cheer each other on, and rediscover the joy that comes from stepping outside their comfort zone.
But something much deeper happened when women gathered in these wild, beautiful places.
They slowed down.
They opened up.
They laughed louder, shared stories, supported each other, and formed connections that felt effortless and meaningful.
Somewhere between the ocean, nature, adventure, and genuine connection… women began to remember themselves.
Because somewhere between responsibility, routine, and taking care of everyone else, many women forget what it feels like to truly come alive.
SoulRise exists to help you remember.
To create space to breathe, play, reconnect with nature, trust yourself, and experience the kind of joy that continues long after you return home.
Because when a woman feels fully alive, that energy ripples into her relationships, her community, and every life she touches.
And that's how ripples become waves.
The surfing, the instructors, the location, the weather.. the escape from reality...in all honesty, I enjoyed every moment! I'm beyond grateful to have had this opportunity to connect back with myself and to carry a new found confidence forward into my life. This experience helped ground me and to reignite the passion I was after. It was everything I didn't realize I needed and more! I haven’t stopped smiling since being home...”
~Ashley
This has been the best opportunity ever! Thank you for sharing this with us, your paradise! It was beautiful. The location and the food was amazing, the people behind the food are amazing, everyone in the community we met was amazing. I loved the yoga, free time, pool, all the fun animals along the way, and the surfing (I didnt know I was going to love it as much as I did!) I hope I get a chance to do this again and bring my daughter and friends!
~ Janine
This is your invitation.
To slow down.
To reconnect.
To rise.
& join us in paradise!
🌴🌊☀️
A few fun things about me...
🌎 Travelled to 21 countries and surfed in 12
🏄♀️ I didn’t grow up near the ocean and was terrified when I first learned to surf! Which is why I’m so passionate about helping other women overcome that fear
🌺 Certified (Life & Surf) Coach who has supported many women and men through personal growth, confidence, and life transitions
💃 Learned salsa dancing while working at a surf shop in Mexico
🗣️ I speak Spanish and a little German too (¡hablo español y ich spreche ein bisschen Deutsch!)
🌅 My perfect day includes a post-surf sunset, soulful conversation, good food, snacks, and a coconut in hand
More about Coaching w/ Kari →
Meet Kari
Your retreat host, surf guide
& biggest cheerleader
Certified Awakener Coach. Surfer. Adventure seeker. Community builder. And the heart behind SoulRise.
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been the person asking… but why?
I’ve always been curious about what makes us feel alive—what creates joy, purpose, connection, and a life that feels truly ours.
That curiosity led me to become a Certified Awakener Coach five years ago, supporting women in reconnecting with themselves, trusting their inner wisdom, and creating lives that feel more aligned.
Then came a quiet whisper I couldn’t ignore.
The one saying: there has to be more.
So I - did the thing that scared me most - quit my job, sold almost everything I owned, and followed a dream to learn to surf, live by the ocean, and create a life filled with more adventure, freedom, and connection.
Through surf towns across Central America and Vancouver Island, I discovered the power of trying something new, stepping outside my comfort zone, and surrounding myself with people who inspire me.
But the greatest gift wasn’t just the places I visited or waves I caught. It was the people.
The friendships built over shared meals. The laughter after trying something new. The conversations that stay with you long after the sunset. The kind of sisterhood where you feel seen, supported, and completely yourself.
That’s why SoulRise was created.
After leading surf and wellness retreats in Costa Rica, hosting women’s ocean experiences on Vancouver Island, and teaching countless women how to surf (including many who arrived convinced they weren’t “ocean people”), I’ve witnessed the magic that happens when women gather in intentional spaces.
They become more confident.
They become more playful.
They remember what they’re capable of.
They come home to themselves...
My mission is simple: to create unforgettable experiences where women feel safe to try something new, reconnect with nature, build meaningful friendships, and leave feeling more alive than when they arrived.
Glad you made it here and I'd be happy to welcome you into the SoulRise community. 🌊🧡
Have questions?
No stress, I've got you! If you don't see your question listed below, feel free to send a message through the form below!
SoulRise Retreats are for women who feel a spark inside—a curiosity, a longing, or a quiet whisper that says:
“I want more.”
More adventure.
More connection.
More joy.
More moments that make you feel truly alive.
This retreat is for the woman who wants to step outside her routine, try something new, reconnect with nature, and surround herself with like-hearted women who are ready to laugh, explore, and grow together.
Whether you’re picking up a surfboard for the first time or already have some salty-savasana experience, you’re welcome here. No experience is required—just curiosity, an open heart, and a willingness to play.
You’ll feel right at home if you’re craving ocean air, meaningful conversations, nourishing food, adventure, belly laughs, and the kind of friendships that remind you how powerful it is when women come together.
This is a space to slow down, reconnect, and remember the woman you’ve always been—while creating unforgettable memories with an incredible community of women.
This retreat might not be for you if...
You’re looking for a completely passive luxury getaway or a highly structured retreat where every moment is planned.
SoulRise is for women who want a little adventure alongside the relaxation—a chance to try something new, get a little sandy, embrace the unexpected, and be supported by an amazing community.
Absolutely! More than okay. Most of our guests are (first time) beginners and, in my experience there's no better way to learn than in a group full of fun women cheering each other on! You’ll be guided by certified local instructors, learn ocean safety basics to build your confidence, and even get to watch your ride (or wipeout!) on video so we can laugh and learn together. Surfing can be intimidating, but not here! Here, it’s supportive, empowering, and ridiculously fun :)
Not at all. The yoga at SoulRise is designed for every body and every level. The sessions focus on embodiment, breath, and restoration, helping you connect with yourself, your body, and the beauty around you. It’s a chance to slow down, nurture your body after surfing and re-center and is really just about us taking the time and tuning into ourselves.
You won’t feel like a stranger for long! Most women arrive solo and leave with new friends/ sisters (the kind you stay in touch with long after the retreat ends!) This is a space where connection happens quickly, naturally, and deeply :)
That said, your alone time is sacred, too! Whether it’s journaling in a hammock, walking the beach, or soaking up the stillness and space to just relax, you’ll have space to make the experience your own and spend quality alone time if you’d like to..
Just a $400 usd deposit secures your spot, and yes payment plans are available.
This retreat has been purposely planned MONTHS in advance so it is accessible and so that you have time to save and feel good about it financially and in every way :)
Once you fill out the application, you'll receive your Welcome Package with options for paying in full, or using a payment plan.
Note: just the deposit is required to officially save your spot, then all retreat fees are to be paid before Jan 15, 2026.
Life is unpredictable and we will do our best to accommodate if you have a situation come up and you can no longer attend the retreat.
That being said, this is our cancellation policy:
The deposit is not refundable
Cancellation before Nov 1, 2025
Full refund (minus the deposit)
Cancellation from Nov 2 - December 15, 2025
50% refund of the total retreat package
Cancellation after December 15, 2025:
No refund available
*It's recommended that you get travel insurance with trip cancellation coverage so you can get a refund in the unfortunate case that you'd have to cancel your trip
You'll fly into San Jose or Liberia, Costa Rica and either fly (with Green Airways or Sansa airlines on a small plane to Cobano & taxi/shuttle to the retreat, approx $200 usd) or, you will shuttle directly to the retreat from Liberia / San Jose Airport - approx $90 usd).
Once you've submitted your application and paid your deposit, you'll receive a full Welcome Package with these details, flight booking tips, shuttle companies, booking links, etc.
Though this (off the beaten path) jungle place isn't the most convenient to get to, it's definitely worth the journey, and we'll help you make this as easy and seamless as possible.
Flights & transportation to the retreat location
(when you apply, you'll receive a Welcome Package with flight booking tips and helpful links for getting there, shuttle prices etc)
Alcoholic Beverages
Extra excursions or rentals you want to add on your trip (ATV/ Car rentals etc)
Travel insurance (lots of credit card companies will cover your trip - look into yours!)
Bathing suits - for surfing, pool, tide pools & waterfall adventure :)
Comfortable sandals - ideal if they are strap on 'hiking' style
A beach towel and/or a sarong
Yoga clothes you can move in
Tropical / humidity friendly clothing (light, flowy) for hot weather
Rashguard / surfsuit
Sunscreen (high SPF) and a Zinc based face sunscreen for surf (local vendors sell them if you don't have it)
Hat
Sunglasses
A reusable water bottle
Insect repellent
Earplugs & an eye mask (a secret key to sleeping well while travelling!)
A good attitude and an open heart/ mind 🧡
You can bring a friend! If you have one that's adventurous and awesome like you :)
Have more questions? Let's chat.
This was a life changing experience! I didn't quite know what to expect going into it, but wow... From learning to surf to living to paradise to meeting some really fantastic women, this retreat did not disappoint. I didn't want the experience to end! I'm so thankful I got to take part and highly recommend it to anyone that's looking for time to slow down and reconnect with themselves/others and to try something new"
~ Christyne
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