RADIANT LIVING 2026 IS OPEN
WOMEN'S WELLNESS, YOGA, AND NATURE RETREAT
February 7th-14th, 2026
With Sue Van Raes
Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort ~ Nosara Costa Rica
On this glorious retreat nestled in one of the worlds five oringinal Blue Zones, the places in the world with the healthiest, longest-living populations, you’ll be guided through daily practices designed to nurture your health and well-being – including women’s yoga, self-discovery, personal transformation, nutritional wisdom, connection with nature, and the art of embracing pleasure. Together, we’ll explore slowing down, resting deeply, reflecting meaningfully, and cultivating a sacred connection with yourself.
Women’s Heart Opening Yoga :: Practice Vinyasa + Yin + Meditation
Women’s Workshops :: Deepen into embodied intentions, inspired living, and personal transformation.
Nutritional Wisdom :: Nourish yourself with local organic food and mind-body nutrition.
Restoration :: Enjoy deep rest and rejuvenation with space to fill up your cup
Self Discovery :: Craft a soulful relationship with yourself
Community :: Connect with other like-minded women
Nature :: Experience the adventure of your dreams.
Join us for this extraordinary retreat that celebrates the self-care, yogic, and food-centered essence of the feminine. Practice yoga surrounded by the gentle jungle breeze, witness breathtaking Costa Rican sunsets on the beach, delve into the sacred feminine through intimate women’s circles, and embrace the brilliance of a transformative week designed to help you reconnect and come home to yourself.
A TYPICAL DAY WITH US:
Coffee/ tea bar/ pre-yoga nibbles
Morning vinyasa yoga (all levels)
Intention Circle
Organic Nourishing Breakfast
Free time: Beach, Explore, Rest, pool side swim, spa
Healing Whole foods lunch
Afternoon Immersions: Personal transformation and wellness
YIN yoga
Sunset beach play / free time
Group dinner delicacies
OUR UNIQUE RETREAT INCLUDES:
Exquisite, organic, local, whole-food retreat meals (3 per day)
Boutique Accommodations ~ 7 minute walk to world class beaches and central to local shops and restaurants
Access to bikes and a retreat tuk tuk for easy access to beaches and town if you prefer not to walk
Our full weeklong program (including daily yoga classes, women’s workshops, rituals, and special group celebrations and events)
OUR UNIQUE RETREAT DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Flights/travel to Costa Rica
Shuttles to and from airport (but we will reserve them for you and group you with others arriving at similar times)
On or offsite spa treatments
Purchases at the juice bar or cocktail bar
Adventure day activities
Extra curricular onsite classes outside of our retreat program
YOUR RETREAT FACILITATOR:
Sue Van Raes:
When we dedicate a week solely to ourselves, profound personal breakthroughs happen readily. In the hustle of daily life, we often find ourselves caught in the grind, pushing through routines and rarely stepping back to consider the bigger picture of our health and happiness. International retreats offer a unique opportunity to step away from the demands of day-to-day life, shift perspectives, and embrace practices that nurture our higher good. They provide the space to unwind, restore, and reconnect with our feminine nature and innate wisdom.
Having led over 40 international and local retreats, I’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative power of these experiences. I also host women’s groups, both live and virtual, with participants from around the globe. Supporting women as they prioritize their health and embrace their desires and intentions is one of my deepest passions.
Each retreat is a journey of self-discovery. We leave more resourced, rested, and clear, with a renewed sense of self. Alongside personal growth, we build beautiful, lifelong connections with other women on similar paths. This a powerful reminder of the strength and magic that emerge when we prioritize ourselves and gather in community.
OUR RETREAT ACCOMODATIONS
We are beyond excited to host RADIANT LIVING at the stunning Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort, nestled in the tranquil foothills of Nosara, Costa Rica. This world-class retreat center was thoughtfully designed to harmonize with the lush natural surroundings where jungle meets ocean.
Start your day with the refreshing serenity of an outdoor shower or an early swim in the salt-water infinity pool as the sun rises over the horizon. As you wander the pathways lined with soothing fountains and vibrant local flora, you’ll arrive at your bungalow — a haven of comfort and luxury. Inside, you’ll find star-lit showers, soft cotton linens, and canopied beds that promise restful sleep. Each bungalow is equipped with air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, and modern amenities. Around-the-clock security and attentive housekeeping ensure your stay is as seamless as it is relaxing.
The yoga shalas offer an idyllic setting for our thoughtfully curated yoga classes and workshops. Imagine a gentle ocean breeze on your skin and panoramic views of the jungle and ocean. There’s no better place to pause, breathe, and fully embrace the present moment.
The resort is also packed with incredible amenities to complement your retreat experience: a juice and smoothie bar, wine and cocktail bar, Pilates and fitness studios, a spinning studio, a saline infinity pool, an on-site boutique, and a spa offering rejuvenating treatments. Complimentary bikes and shuttles make it easy to explore Nosara or visit the nearby beaches.
Every detail of the Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort is designed to help you unwind, recharge, and reconnect — the perfect backdrop for your RADIANT LIVING experience.
ROOM DESCRIPTIONS:
BODHI VILLA
This spacious unit features a king bed with dramatic high ceilings, an outdoor lounge area, a wet bar filled with local delights, Egyptian cotton sheets, air conditioning and a laptop-sized safe. Unwind by lounging on your outdoor patio couch as you hear the sounds of wildlife in the distance.
KING BUNGALOW
This unit features a king bed with dramatic high ceilings, a sweet balcony to take in the jungle vibes, a wet bar filled with local delights, Egyptian cotton sheets, air conditioning and a laptop-sized safe. Unwind by lounging on your outdoor balcony as you hear the sounds of waterfalls in the distance
SHARED CASITA
This spacious unit consists of two bedrooms, one bathroom, kitchenette, living area, air conditioning, wifi and an outdoor patio. Unwind by lounging on your large outdoor patio as you hear the sounds of waterfalls in the distance.
DELUXE CASITA
This spacious unit consists of two bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchenette, living area, air conditioning, wifi and an outdoor patio. Unwind by lounging on your large outdoor patio as you hear the sounds of waterfalls in the distance. The difference between a shared casita and a deluxe casita is that with deluxe, each bedroom has its own bathroom.
QUEEN bungalow
This unit features two queen beds with dramatic high ceilings, a sweet balcony to take in the jungle vibes, a wet bar filled with local delights, Egyptian cotton sheets, air conditioning and a laptop-sized safe. Unwind by lounging on your outdoor balcony as you hear the sounds of waterfalls in the distance. Refresh in your open air, rainfall shower.
Payment plans of 1 or 2 payments available via paying the deposit and then emailing us with room request and payment plan details. Please set up a free retreat consultation (below) to set up details. I look forward to having you join us.
Do you have questions? We are happy to chat with you and answer any questions you may have. Please schedule a FREE RETREAT CONSULTATION below!
REFUND POLICY
*TRAVEL INSURANCE RECOMMENDED: In the event of cancellation at any time, for any reason, and by any party, Sue Van Raes, Lauren Lewis and the Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort WILL NOT be held responsible for refund of airline tickets, ticket change fees or other travel expenses. For these reasons we STRONGLY URGE that you purchase travel insurance to protect your investment.
If you are concerned with ensuring that you can receive a full refund for unforseen circumstances above and beyond your control, purchase travel’s insurance with a cancel for any reason clause. These insurance companies include Global Rescue, Ripcord, and AIG. These policies can be crafted to cover the cost of your entire retreat and your airfare for a very reasonable fee.
If you cancel on or before October 1, 2025:
Your retreat is transferable minus your deposit.
If you made any payment other than the deposit before that date, however, the remainder of your payment will be refunded to you (i.e. after deduction of the above amounts).
If you cancel after October 1, 2025
You will not receive a refund – including entire tuition balance.
Due to our contract with Bodhi Tree, this Cancellation Policy is firm. Please see COVID refund policy below for COVID-19 specific cancellations.
Covid-19 Cancellation Policy: We understand that due to COVID-19, travel conditions and restrictions beyond our control are a possibility.
In the event that Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort or Boulder Nutrition may cancel due to COVID-19, or in cases where COVID-19 travel restrictions make travel to Costa Rica prohibited by the Costa Rican government, participants may receive a full refund of any tuition balance paid.
Cancellations for reasons other than specified will be subject to our standard Cancellation and Refund Policy.
Please note that the COVID-19 Cancellation Policy does not apply in the following cases:
Participants who choose to withdraw over general concerns or anxieties related to COVID19.
Local city or state virus conditions that fall short of prohibiting travel.
Any regional quarantine requirements that may apply to your return (early or otherwise).
Cancellation due to failure to comply with Costa Rica entry requirements.
If the participant becomes sick before or en route to the reteat.
Questions? We would be happy to help. Go ahead and set up a retreat consultation below and one of us will contact you.
LOVE NOTES FROM OUR PAST GUESTS 💖
“This retreat was spectacular. It blew away all my expectations. I was able to truly dig in and embrace the intentions that I set during the workshops in Costa Rica and am holding on to those intentions after having returned home. I was able to shift my mind frame and rise to a new level of power within myself that continues to propel me forward in the most positive way (in terms of food and nutrition and my overall goals for myself in life). Sue and Lauren are amazing women and leaders! Every moment and experience was planned with purpose and intention. I only wish the retreat was twice as long!”
“Lauren and Sue welcome you to a week away from it all wanting you to return refreshed and restored ready to take on the world again. Whether you are seeking a week away from the stresses and strains of a crazy daily life, or the frantic busy pace of a modern work environment, or perhaps just want to learn more about natural cookery and find out what yoga is all about, then they are here to help you.
Sue will lead you in discovering your intentions and help you determine just how your path will lead you to their realizations with simple, informative, non threatening workshop discussions. Lauren will inspire you to create your own recipes from the bounty of local produce. She shares a fresh take on basic principles that will give you confidence to create your own dishes. Her specialty is vegan cooking using whole foods which are sure to please any palate.
Yogic meditation and practices in this beautiful and peaceful place help you accept your present limitations yet open you mind and body to endless possibilities. Lauren and Sue both introduce you to many different yogic styles and be challenged. As a beginner, and a much older participant, I marvelled at what the advanced people attained, and attempted as best I could to keep pace in the more strenuous power sessions. Couples yoga introduces a powerful aspect of trust in your own body and in your partners!
Built into the daily program was plenty of time to be reflective and enjoy the natural beauty of the jungle and beaches. Time also to explore a little with new found friends, go out to lunch in a local restaurant, try a Spa treatment, browse in the local stores and street stalls, but always gathering again to view the sunset down on the beach and appreciate the fullness of the day.
I took home with me a sense of fulfillment, an new found resolution to listen to my own mind and body, and a plan to realize my intention of the day. And a certain confidence in new found friends who shared this special week where Lauren and Sue’s radiant smiles lead us to ‘Eat, Breathe and be Nourished together.
Namasté. ”
“The Eat.Breathe.Nourish. retreat was more wonderful than I expected! While I was there I was able to unwind, do some helpful contemplating, and gain a better understanding of my wellness goals and how to reach them. I also found a really warm sense of connection with other women and an understanding that we’re all facing the same struggles in different ways. Coming back to “real life”, I’m realizing the benefits continue to wash over me as I interact with others and make choices that will impact my health.”
“These ladies ability to lead is remarkable. They gracefully and intentionally adapt to the needs of the group and are able to dig in to get to the heart of the matter in a tender and loving way. Their wisdom and thoughtfulness is evident in everything we did. Sue is a wonderful yoga teacher and remarkable workshop leader. Her heart-centered approach allows woman the safe container to be vulnerable and open up in ways that can accelerate growth. All of our needs are met so we can focus on our intentions and relax into the experience. This retreat is always life-changing for me. I am a more balanced and thoughtful person because of them”
“The facilitators truly knows how to host a first-class retreat. I’ve been on many retreats, and none of them come close to the level of service, kindness, caring and compassion these beautiful professionals have for their guests. Every detail is taken care of. All you need to do is show up, physically, spiritually and mentally.”
“I am blown away by this retreat. The facilitators brought a really unique flavor, and it created a really juicy retreat. Spending time with a group was magic. I feel deeply connected to this group, after only 7 days. I’m reminded of the beauty of connecting and spending time with myself. I was blow away by the meals! I am leaving feeling grounded, nourished and full of joy. The balance between connection and me time was fabulous, and I will carry the feeling of this onward with me. Thank you thank you to each of you! I feel like I’m surfing the wave of bliss right into my next adventure. With love and gratitude.”