Purposeful Pause Costa Rica
Río Chirripó, Costa Rica | 2026 Dates TBD
Purposeful Pause Retreat Costa Rica
Step away. Create space to do your best thinking. Move forward with intention.
The world won’t slow down on its own—but you can choose to.
The Purposeful Pause Retreat is an intentional space for individuals who are ready to pause with purpose, reconnect with what matters, and move forward with clarity.
Whether you’re at a crossroads, feeling stuck, or simply craving space to breathe, this retreat invites you to:
Reflect on your story and what’s shaped you
Reconnect with your purpose—and what energizes you
Let go of what’s no longer serving you
Imagine what’s possible when you lead from alignment
This isn’t about escaping life. It’s about re-entering it with renewed energy and a clearer sense of direction.
We host Purposeful Pause retreats annually in the mountains of Costa Rica. Join the waitlist and we’ll be in touch when we’ve got more details for 2026 to share.
“This retreat is for people who want to live and lead with intention—leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to courageously step into their highest level of contribution.”
Río Chirripó Lodge
Experience incredible views and absolute relaxation alongside the rejuvenating energy of the Chirripó River.
Hosted at the luxurious Rio Chirripo Lodge, this venue will be exclusively ours! With unique accommodations in standard rooms and deluxe private cabins, you’ll enjoy private spaces nestled in the mountains, complete with a balcony overlooking the jungle valley.
Food? Incredible! Picture three gourmet meals a day crafted from locally sourced, organic ingredients, plus a wake-up basket with fresh-pressed juice and pastries to start your morning right.
This retreat is intentionally small, with only 15 guests, creating space for meaningful connections and shared insights. Bringing a business colleague or supportive partner allows you to experience the benefits of accountability and deeper connection throughout the journey.
Your purposeful pause includes:
Six days and five nights accommodation
Three meals a day & wake-up basket with fresh juice and pastries
Daily movement practice, group workshop and social activity
Off-site hike and picnic in the Chirripó Mountains
Shuttle service to and from San Jose airport—a four hour trip through scenic mountain roads
Virtual retreat preparation call to meet the group and set the stage for your experience
Optional adaptability intelligence (AQ) assessment & insights report accompanied by a private coaching session during the retreat to guide your growth
Please note that flights are not included. Airport shuttles outside of the scheduled shuttle are also not included.
If you don’t see what you need here, please let us know! We can provide a number of add-ons and would love to customize this experience to your needs (i.e. support with planning travel logistics, audio visual content creation during the retreat).
Meet Your Hosts
I’m Sarah Nicole, your retreat facilitator and founder of Optimal Affect! This Costa Rica experience is co-created in partnership with Richard and Priscila of Pure Routes by RFPMEDIA—showcasing events and retreats that inspire experience seekers on their journey to wellness.
