Surf + Yoga with Diana Paschal

Join us for an intimate week long retreat – Yoga, Meditation, Surfing, play and restoration

All set in a sweet, luxurious seaside resort with its own private beach

THE PRACTICE

Practice is a blend of Yoga lineages from Katonah, Iyengar, Vinyasa and Meditation.

Diana utilizes Katonah Yoga, sacred geometry, Taoism and metaphor for Universal self-mapping tools that reform the structure of the body and liberate the conditioning of the mind. We dissect the body as origami – designed to fold optimally. We take a formal approach to Yoga asana, to better understand our first nature and potentiate our second nature. Through consistent, skillful practice, we develop insight, joy and infinite potential. Overtime we improve patterns in movement and become more attuned to our energetic body. Classes incorporate core, strength, mobility, cathartic movement, breathwork, and deeply restorative postures.

Our weekly schedule includes a 9AM Morning practice that’s challenging, invigorating, instructional and well-rounded. Afternoon practice will include meditation, pranayama or a restorative practice.

All classes will take place in an open air shala with ocean view as well as option for a Sunset meditation at the beach.

Daily:

3 organic, local meals

Morning Asana and afternoon Meditation

Day 1 Sunday – Welcome, get settled in your cozy nest

Day 2 Monday – Free time – Optional Massage, explore property, bike or surf

Day 3 Tues – Surf Lesson -* Price Included*

Day 4 Wed – Volcano Hike + Leon City Tour *Optional

Day 5 Thursday – Free time or optional Surf Lesson

Day 6 Friday – Horseback riding *Optional

Day 7 Saturday –  Boat Tour through Mangroves – * Price Included*

Day 8 Sunday – Last day to soak it all up – Departure

THE SPACE

Amaru resort is set on a remote coast in Northern Nicaragua, near the magical town of Punta Aposentillo. The resort supports the local community and creates a healthy and sustainable environment to enjoy the natural beauty of the land, deepen well-being and connect with other inspiring, passionate people.

The resort has direct Ocean access, surfboards, a large pool, outdoor showers, hammocks, work space, organic gardens and resident animals. You can book a bodywork massage on site along with any other local excursions.

Each room has private ensuite bathroom, air-conditioning, balcony access, cotton linens and mosquito nets. You can book a single or shared room.

Arrival is Sunday, Check in after 2pm.

Package price includes one group transportation from Managua to Amaru and back.  Otherwise, transfer is $85 for individual or $50 for 2 or more.

THE FOOD

The restaurant serves locally inspired, organic meals including home-made Pizza in their wood-fire Oven. Meals will be abundant, healthy, mostly plant-based and can be customized for dietary restrictions. Sample menus include breakfast of fresh fruit, smoothies, refreshcos, local eggs, yogurt, granola with homemade sourdough bread; Lunch of tacos, grain bowls or hearty salads. Dinner is latin- inspired dishes like Gallopinto, rice and beans, Nacatamales, Wood-fired Pizza, local fish and lots of veggies. Coffee, tea, Kombucha, juice and healthy snacks are available throughout the week.

BOOKING

To secure your spot on the trip, a 30% non-refundable deposit is required. The full payment is due by Oct 17th.

If for any reason you need to cancel, you can submit cancelation by 30 days of retreat date – Oct 30th-   to receive a refund, minus deposit.

For cancellation requests submitted within 30 days of retreat date, 50% of total amount (less deposit) will be refunded. Cancellation requests within 14 days of the retreat: sorry but no refunds given.

No refunds or credits will be granted for failure to attend or for arriving late or leaving early due to any reason.

If you are worried about unexpected events, please consider booking travel insurance.

COVID-19: Currently, Nicaragua requires all international arrivals show a negative test (Send the negative test to the airline). We will monitor the situation closely and share any updates.

You can read more about the hotel’s procedures to ensure a clean and safe environment here.

Questions: diana@dianapaschalyoga.com