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About Soma Yoga Institute
Soma Yoga Institute
Mission & Vision
Soma Yoga Institute offers 200 hour and 300 hour Therapeutic Focused Yoga Teacher Training Programs in destination retreat settings world wide. We embrace a therapeutically-oriented, heart-centered approach. These programs, heralded by many as truly inspirational, combine modern day biomechanics and research driven science with ancient teachings and serve to teach adaptive Yoga for all BODIES as a practice for vibrant health, self-transformation and personal empowerment. Soma Yoga Institute has a world class faculty team steeped in the traditions of Yoga. Their excellence has been cultivated through decades of enduring dedication to their own practice and in-depth study, often in a variety of lineages. We are comprised of master level Yoga teachers and Certified C-IAYT Yoga Therapists.
Upcoming Retreats at Soma Yoga Institute
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18 Day 200-Hour Therapeutic Yoga Teacher Training Salvatierra Retreat, Playa Coyote, Costa Rica
December 1 - 18, 2026
From $3,647
/ 18 days
Yoga
18 Day 200-Hour Therapeutic Yoga Teacher Training Salvatierra Retreat, Playa Coyote, Costa Rica
January 5 - 22, 2027
From $3,647
/ 18 days
Yoga
18 Day 200-Hour Therapeutic Yoga Teacher Training in California
May 18 - June 4, 2027
From $2,747
/ 18 days
Yoga
15 Day 200-Hour Therapeutic Greece Yoga Teacher Training
June 25 - July 12, 2027
From $4,082
/ 18 days
Yoga
18 Day 200-Hour Therapeutic Yoga Teacher Training Salvatierra Retreat, Playa Coyote, Costa Rica
December 1 - 18, 2026
From $3,647
/ 18 days
Yoga
18 Day 200-Hour Therapeutic Yoga Teacher Training Salvatierra Retreat, Playa Coyote, Costa Rica
January 5 - 22, 2027
From $3,647
/ 18 days
Yoga
18 Day 200-Hour Therapeutic Yoga Teacher Training in California
May 18 - June 4, 2027
From $2,747
/ 18 days
Yoga
15 Day 200-Hour Therapeutic Greece Yoga Teacher Training
June 25 - July 12, 2027
From $4,082
/ 18 days
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Salvatierra, a private retreat in Costa Rica, is simply a spectacular venue for a yoga teacher training. It offers two yoga studios, the yoga deck with unparalleled views and a lovely indoor space with wood floors and windows on all sides. There are two pools on property, oceanside cabinas, a magical beach for morning yoga, and delicious, healthy food. The retreat itself is located on the Nicoya Peninsula of Costa Rica and has been identified as one of the five blue zones on the planet.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
At Salvatierra the cuisine is delicious, healthy, locally sourced and organic when possible. Vegan, vegetarian and fish options. Daily smooties and food prepared for you with love.
Getting Here
Soma Yoga Institute, Guanacaste Province, Bejuco District, Costa Rica
Directions
Please book your flight to arrive at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) or Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO). Transfer from and to the airport on the group shuttle is provided for a reduced fee (specified times only).
From Liberia International Airport:
Arrange to fly into the Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR) in Costa Rica. The group shuttle departs from the airport at 9:00am and 3:30 p.m. on arrival day (Jan 5/Aug 1/Dec 1) and returns to Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) for flights departing after 12:30 p.m. on departure day (Jan 22/Aug 18/Dec 18). Shuttle from Liberia to SalvaTierra Retreat takes approximately 3 hours. The group shuttle charge is $75 USD per person each way.
From San Jose International Airport:
Arrange to fly into the Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) in Costa Rica. The group shuttle departs from the Adventure Inn (15 minutes from the airport) in San Jose at 10:00 a.m. on arrival day and returns departing SalvaTierra at 7:00 a.m. on departure day for flights leaving after 3:00pm. Shuttle from San Jose to SalvaTierra takes approximately 5 hours. Group shuttle charge is $100 per person each way. The Adventure Inn in San Jose is a great place for the first night with free airport shuttles if you are a guest and a large breakfast included in the price. You may book a room directly with them here: https://www.adventure-inn.com/. The shuttle will depart directly from this hotel and on the return take you directly to the SJO airport.
From Liberia International Airport:
Arrange to fly into the Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR) in Costa Rica. The group shuttle departs from the airport at 9:00am and 3:30 p.m. on arrival day (Jan 5/Aug 1/Dec 1) and returns to Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) for flights departing after 12:30 p.m. on departure day (Jan 22/Aug 18/Dec 18). Shuttle from Liberia to SalvaTierra Retreat takes approximately 3 hours. The group shuttle charge is $75 USD per person each way.
From San Jose International Airport:
Arrange to fly into the Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) in Costa Rica. The group shuttle departs from the Adventure Inn (15 minutes from the airport) in San Jose at 10:00 a.m. on arrival day and returns departing SalvaTierra at 7:00 a.m. on departure day for flights leaving after 3:00pm. Shuttle from San Jose to SalvaTierra takes approximately 5 hours. Group shuttle charge is $100 per person each way. The Adventure Inn in San Jose is a great place for the first night with free airport shuttles if you are a guest and a large breakfast included in the price. You may book a room directly with them here: https://www.adventure-inn.com/. The shuttle will depart directly from this hotel and on the return take you directly to the SJO airport.
