7- Day Movement Retreat in Nicaragua
7- Day Movement Retreat in Nicaragua
ViYarte Hotel & Retreat Center, San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
Up to 15 in group
March 22 - 28, 2025
Retreat Highlights
- 6 nights at a stunning beachside villa, surrounded by the beauty of Nicaragua's lush coast
- Movement & Embodiment workshops that allow you to find more freedom & fluidity within your body
- Connect with inspiring and like-minded people from around the world
- Yoga, Acroyoga, Thai Massage, and Breathwork sessions; all designed to help you connect deeper with your own body and with others.
- White sand beach of Playa Marsella only steps away, where you can surf, sun-tan, and watch the sunset
- Plenty of time to surf, play, read, and go on adventures
About this Retreat
Alireza is a movement teacher & practitioner. Over the years, he has explored and delved into various practices and disciplines such as Yoga, Acrobatics, Capoeira, Dance, and Contact Improvisation.
Ali’s mission as a teacher is to inspire people to adopt a movement practice that goes beyond simply improving strength, flexibility, and aesthetic appeal. He believes that a meaningful practice allows for exploration of the body in the fullest way and facilitates playfulness, self-discovery, and connection.
John Early is an author, yogi, singer-songwriter and founder of ViYarte Retreat Center in Nicaragua and cofounder of Momentom Collective. He has lead over 200 retreats, travel trips and artist residencies with a passion to cultivate unique human experiences and harness the gift of community.
Louis is a multi-faceted Movement instructor. He is an experienced Yoga teacher with a deep connection to the practice, having completed his teacher training in India. He also specializes in Movement Flow, Acro Yoga, and Calisthenics, bringing a dynamic range of movement-based practices to his classes. As a certified Thai Massage practitioner, Louis incorporates healing and body awareness into his teaching, creating a holistic approach to movement and wellness.
When he is not teaching, Louis can be found taking part in his other passions such as Rock Climbing, Archery, and Fire Spinning.
Details of this retreat
Step away from the ordinary and immerse yourself in a week of movement, connection, and adventure on Nicaragua’s stunning coast.
This retreat is for yogis, movement practitioners, and adventurous souls who crave more than just a vacation—those seeking meaningful experiences, nourishing food, the opportunity to learn new physical skills, and the chance to connect with like-minded people.
This experience is NOT for those looking to simply relax and drink by the beach. Instead, it’s designed for active and adventurous people who are ready to train, move, and explore.
Throughout the week, we offer a holistic experience with a diverse range of movement and wellness workshops, including Movement Flow, Yoga, Meditation, Thai Massage, Acro Yoga, and Breathwork.
Our team of seasoned facilitators and teachers brings a wealth of knowledge from unique and complementary movement modalities.
With the popular surf beach of Playa Maderas just a short walk away, you’ll also have plenty of opportunities to surf—whether you’re a beginner or an experienced rider.
At night time, we enjoy the beautiful sunset together, gather around a beach bonfire to share stories, and you will even have the chance to learn fire spinning.
And this is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the magic this retreat holds. If this sounds like your kind of adventure, we would be thrilled to have you join us!
This retreat is for yogis, movement practitioners, and adventurous souls who crave more than just a vacation—those seeking meaningful experiences, nourishing food, the opportunity to learn new physical skills, and the chance to connect with like-minded people.
This experience is NOT for those looking to simply relax and drink by the beach. Instead, it’s designed for active and adventurous people who are ready to train, move, and explore.
Throughout the week, we offer a holistic experience with a diverse range of movement and wellness workshops, including Movement Flow, Yoga, Meditation, Thai Massage, Acro Yoga, and Breathwork.
Our team of seasoned facilitators and teachers brings a wealth of knowledge from unique and complementary movement modalities.
With the popular surf beach of Playa Maderas just a short walk away, you’ll also have plenty of opportunities to surf—whether you’re a beginner or an experienced rider.
At night time, we enjoy the beautiful sunset together, gather around a beach bonfire to share stories, and you will even have the chance to learn fire spinning.
And this is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the magic this retreat holds. If this sounds like your kind of adventure, we would be thrilled to have you join us!
Schedule
Sample Schedule for one day:
7 AM - 8 AM: Morning Yoga & Mediation
8 AM - 10 AM: Breakfast & Free Time
10 AM - 12 PM: Movement Practice
12 PM - 1 PM: Lunch
1 PM - 4 PM: Personal Retreat Time / Surfing / Excursions
4 PM - 6 PM: Movement / Acro Yoga / Thai Massage
6 PM - 7 PM: Sunset on the beach
7 PM - 8 PM: Dinner
8 PM - 10 PM: Bonfire, Music, Games, Fire Performances
7 AM - 8 AM: Morning Yoga & Mediation
8 AM - 10 AM: Breakfast & Free Time
10 AM - 12 PM: Movement Practice
12 PM - 1 PM: Lunch
1 PM - 4 PM: Personal Retreat Time / Surfing / Excursions
4 PM - 6 PM: Movement / Acro Yoga / Thai Massage
6 PM - 7 PM: Sunset on the beach
7 PM - 8 PM: Dinner
8 PM - 10 PM: Bonfire, Music, Games, Fire Performances
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Vancity Movement, ViYarte Hotel & Retreat Center, San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
Directions
There are three main routes to arrive at ViYarte, Playa Marsella:
• Flying into Managua, Nicaragua: This is the most direct option. From Managua, it’s a 2.5-hour drive to Playa Marsella. You can arrange a taxi ahead of time or catch one at the airport (approximately $90–$100).
• Flying into Liberia, Costa Rica: Another option is flying into Liberia. The drive to Playa Marsella takes 3–4 hours, including a border crossing at Peñas Blancas. This route is often cheaper but may involve extra steps for crossing the border.
• Flying into San José, Costa Rica: Though flights here can sometimes be more affordable, it’s a longer journey—about 6–8 hours by car, with a border crossing.
Shuttles can be arranged from both Managua & Liberia, based on arrival times.
• Flying into Managua, Nicaragua: This is the most direct option. From Managua, it’s a 2.5-hour drive to Playa Marsella. You can arrange a taxi ahead of time or catch one at the airport (approximately $90–$100).
• Flying into Liberia, Costa Rica: Another option is flying into Liberia. The drive to Playa Marsella takes 3–4 hours, including a border crossing at Peñas Blancas. This route is often cheaper but may involve extra steps for crossing the border.
• Flying into San José, Costa Rica: Though flights here can sometimes be more affordable, it’s a longer journey—about 6–8 hours by car, with a border crossing.
Shuttles can be arranged from both Managua & Liberia, based on arrival times.
Accommodation
ViYarte is equipped with various rooms with different sizes and configurations. Participants can have 3 main options to choose from:
Shared Rooms with up to 4 beds. A Mix of shared and private bathrooms. Includes AC & Wifi.
A shared room with one other person, perfect for couples, and 2 friends who want their own privacy. Includes AC & Wifi.
Enjoy your stay while listening to the birds and the sounds of the nearby waves, from your own private room. Includes private bathroom, AC, & WiFi.
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
ViYarte Boutique Hotel & Retreat Center is located steps away from the beautiful white sand beach of Playa Marsella, close to the town of San Juan del Sur.
With the stunning 1000 sqft Movement studio, private pool, comfortable rooms, and beautiful balconies, this is the perfect place to move, surf, explore, and recharge.
With the stunning 1000 sqft Movement studio, private pool, comfortable rooms, and beautiful balconies, this is the perfect place to move, surf, explore, and recharge.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
The experienced kitchen team at ViYarte can offer a customizable meal service (from vegan to local meat BBQ), ensuring that everyone will feel included, well nourished, and loved.
What's Included
- 6 x nights at a stunning beachside villa, surrounded by the beauty of Nicaragua’s coast
- Start your day with Morning Meditation & Yoga, preparing and grounding the mind & body
- Daily Movement classes designed to help you find more freedom, creativity, and play within your body
- Acro Yoga & Thai Massage Workshops
- 3 x wholesome meals daily, with both meat and vegetarian options to nourish your body
- Plenty of time to read, surf, socialize, and practice handstands on the beachGuided Jungle Walks & Adventures through Nicaragua’s lush landscapes
- Exciting add-on add-on excursions like Surf Lessons, Horseback Riding, Massage Therapy, and more!
What's Not Included
- Airfare
- Travel Insurance
- Surf Lessons