{"id":20057,"date":"2025-07-09T13:29:02","date_gmt":"2025-07-09T19:29:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lasendacostarica.com\/?post_type=event&#038;p=20057"},"modified":"2025-07-09T14:48:40","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T20:48:40","slug":"7-day-costa-rica-retreat","status":"publish","type":"event","link":"https:\/\/lasendacostarica.com\/en\/event\/7-day-costa-rica-retreat\/","title":{"rendered":"7 DAY COSTA RICA RETREAT"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1cbbea84a3d324132cd63724600d3905\">The Medicine of your Voice Method\u2122<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b8f7f68cf8d73b6732a08a186b8a23cb\">Transformation through Voice Work &amp; Plant Medicine!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f0232800947e20879737335aca13b433\">28th Jan\u20133rd Feb 2026<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In its fifth annual edition, this retreat blends evidence-based vocal practices with moderated plant-medicine work to foster emotional resilience, self-leadership and embodied expression. Hosted in English by <strong>Bettina Maureenji<\/strong> and <strong>Ann Vervoort<\/strong>, the programme unfolds in La Senda\u2019s 74-acre tropical dry-forest sanctuary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Should Attend<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Women and men wishing to explore the full expressive range of their voice for healing or professional use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anyone interested in the scientific and therapeutic effects of vocal practice on the nervous system, emotional regulation and overall wellbeing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Participants keen to integrate vocal and breathwork techniques\u2014rooted in the Indian musical scale\u2014into personal or professional toolkits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Speakers, facilitators, teachers and leaders seeking a stronger, more authentic vocal presence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Individuals ready to deepen self-awareness, cultivate embodied communication and connect with a growth-oriented community in nature.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learning Focus<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Guided meditations reconnecting you to the natural instrument of your voice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vocal inquiry to transform limiting beliefs and shadow patterns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breath- and voice-work grounded in Sargam for resonance and awareness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Singing devotional songs from global traditions to invite connection and joy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Voice as a self-healing tool for nervous-system regulation and emotional release.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Embodied emotional awareness\u2014shifting bodily contraction into vitality.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrative voice work for clear, compassionate expression in daily life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practices for living fully and expressively in a disconnected world.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No musical or singing background is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Programme Highlights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Medicine of Your Voice<\/strong> sessions &amp; transformational sharing circles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Inner Critic Workshop<\/strong> with Ann Vervoort<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Temazcal (sweat-lodge) guided by Aya Natan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Five-hour vocal exploration with moderate plant-medicine dosage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sound bath &amp; cacao ceremony with Andrea Carboni<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Daily yoga with Catherine Paulson<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Labyrinth walk guided by Ann Vervoort<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lectures &amp; dialogues on Diamond Approach teachings and systemic change<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spa, pool &amp; beach day with lunch at Cala Luna Hotel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free entrance to Bettina Maureenji &amp; Friends concert on 24 January<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Post-retreat online gathering and discounted follow-up sessions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ample rest time is built in for reflection and connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Venue<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">La Senda offers luxury glamping tents with private bathrooms (double occupancy; limited singles). The property\u2019s hills, tropical forest, resident howler monkeys and abundant birdlife create a secluded atmosphere. Meals are farm-to-table, with two dinners prepared live in the vegetable garden by Cala Luna\u2019s chef. A stone labyrinth on site provides a contemplative path symbolising the inward journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lead Facilitators<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bettina Maureenji<\/strong> \u2013 Voice alchemist, author and musician; trained in Indian Classical Music, sound therapy and transpersonal psychology; founder of Samasound Association for Healing Music.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ann Vervoort<\/strong> \u2013 Co-creator of La Senda and Cala Luna Hotel; Diamond Approach practitioner; facilitator of inner-critic work based on <em>Soul Without Shame<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Supporting team: <strong>Catherine Paulson<\/strong> (yoga &amp; Ayurveda), <strong>Aya Natan<\/strong> (temazcal, herbal wisdom), <strong>Andrea Carboni<\/strong> (sound healing &amp; cacao).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pricing &amp; Booking<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Per person (double occupancy): US $2,760<\/strong> \u2014 all-inclusive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Special discount:<\/strong> US $2,484 each when you register with a full-paying companion or as a couple.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reservation deposit:<\/strong> US $950 (non-refundable). Balance due by 20 January 2026.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Group size:<\/strong> limited to 12 participants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Singles:<\/strong> limited availability; enquire for pricing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Schedule<\/strong><br>Start: Wednesday, 28 January 2026 at 5 pm<br>End: Tuesday, 3 February 2026 at 12 noon<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>New participants must complete a brief interview with Bettina and submit an intake &amp; inquiry form by 20 January 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Reserve your place or arrange a 15-minute discovery call:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Email: <a>bettina@bettinamaureenji.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>WhatsApp: +1 808 346 7645<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Online scheduler: link in retreat page<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlock your voice, awaken your presence and return home with practical tools for lasting transformation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Medicine of your Voice Method\u2122 Transformation through Voice Work &amp; Plant Medicine! 28th Jan\u20133rd Feb 2026 In its fifth annual edition, this retreat blends evidence-based vocal practices with moderated plant-medicine work to foster emotional resilience, self-leadership and embodied expression. 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