7 days. 6 nights. One ocean. A stronger, softer, truer you.
Our Calm Strength & Soul Retreat has been lovingly designed as the place where movement and stillness work together. Come as you are. Leave lighter, stronger and clear about what comes next.
On Costa Rica’s soothing South Pacific coast, where the jungle meets the sea, we invite you into a week that strengthens you from the inside out.
Here, fitness and wellness aren’t separate pursuits. They are one practice. Each morning you move your body with purpose. Each evening you tend to your heart, your mind and your spirit.
You will swing kettlebells to the sound of the waves with Jodi Barrett, creator of the Calm Strength Method, in sessions designed to build real strength and calm your nervous system at the same time.
You will soften into soundscape meditation, ritual and fire circle with Dawn James, who has guided healing retreats on three continents for over 12 years.
Together, through guided journaling and honest conversation, you will explore seven dimensions of wellness that shape a whole, balanced life.
Release what no longer serves you. Receive what you are ready for. Return home strong, in body, mind and spirit.
Evening Conversation: 'What Am I Ready to Release?' — plus a playful icebreaker to spark connection from day one.
Session 1: Mobility with Movement
Bodyweight movement with mobility, followed by an introduction to your kettlebell.
Personal Journal Book provided by Dawn:
What helps me slow down and feel present? We explore how we honour and recharge our bodies, the thought patterns and stresses we carry, and how to notice burnout before it arrives. If my body could talk, it would say…
A silent walk along the beach and connect with the elements ( light, air, earth, water)
Kettlebell training focusing on rhythm, connection, and your five-point check-in system.
Personal Journal Book provided by Dawn:
What do I need to let go of, and what do I most need to heal? We explore joy, healthy boundaries, and whether we are living in alignment with our values.
"Travel back in time and experience how the Mayans used cacao. Experience a Cacao Ceremony in an authentic Mayan's house.
Then learn how cacao trees grow and get hands-on experience transforming cacao into chocolate.
And yes, lots of taste testing! This is only a small taste of what you will experience at this Artisan Cacao Farm.
Session 3: How Do You Want to Move as You Age?
Training that connects to what you want to keep doing in life. Explore how strength supports the way you want to move now and in the years ahead.
Personal Journal Book provided by Dawn: Social & Intellectual Wellness. Who supports me, and how can I step outside my comfort zone to grow? We map our support systems and explore what inspires us.
Canopy & Zipline Adventure
Fly over the jungle on an unforgettable canopy adventure for everyone, featuring 10 cables and ocean views.
An unforgettable experience full of adrenaline and natural beauty in the heart of Costa Rica.
Ready for a breathtaking adventure? Our canopy tour is perfect for families, couples, and groups looking for thrills and a deep connection with nature.
The adventure begins:
A short 5-minute ride in our 4x4 truck will take you to the top of the mountain, where excitement awaits. From there, you will descend through 10 cables and 12 platforms, including 2 hanging bridges.
Breathtaking views:
Throughout the tour, you will enjoy spectacular views of the mountains of Carara National Park, one of the most visited parks in the country, and the majestic Pacific Ocean.
Get ready to capture amazing photos and create unforgettable memories!
Suitable for beginners and experienced adventurers. This is a spectacular nature-first experience!
How to Continue Training
How do you train at home while staying connected to yourself? We’ll discuss how to keep training, introduce the KBStronger app, and explain how to access your training and stay connected with Jodi.
A powerful closing ritual around the fire.
Six days ago, we named what we were ready to release. Tonight, around the fire, we open ourselves to what is ready to come in.
Closing words from Jodi and Dawn, followed by each participant sharing what they are carrying home.
Drawing on a week of journaling, each guest writes a letter to themself, a promise for the person they are becoming. Each letter includes three commitment statements and seven action statements, one for each dimension of wellness.
Before leaving, you choose a retreat colleague to share your commitments with and plan a monthly check-in for the next three months.
Entry fee: $125
Dawn James
Soulfull Healing Retreats
Dawn has designed and hosted retreats on 3 continents over the past 12 years. A guide in emotional healing, soundscape meditations, and energy work, Dawn brings deep presence and soulful ritual to every gathering—helping guests release what no longer serves them and reconnect with what does.
Dawn is also an award-winning author, 14x published author, and guides others to share their story at www.dawnjames.ca
Jodi Barrett
BPAS | Master Level KBStronger & Kettlebell Kickboxing | MKC (Maxwell Kettlebell Cert)
Jodi Barrett is the founder of KBStronger and author of I Don’t Do Vanilla. Based in Calgary, she helps people build strength, confidence, and a deeper connection to their bodies through kettlebell training and her Calm Strength approach.
Her coaching combines purposeful movement, breath, and awareness of stress and recovery. Expect clear instruction, honest encouragement, and room to laugh while you learn. She focuses on strength you can use in everyday life and on learning to trust yourself along the way. Learn more at www.kbstronger.com
We look after you the moment you arrive at Juan Santamaría International Airport ( SJO - airport code). Our private shuttle(s) will pick up the group early in the afternoon at a scheduled time and whisk you from the heart of San Jose city along the Pacific Coast to your final destination, approximately a 90-minute drive.