• 7 Nights Accommodations (1st night airport hotel and 6 nights in Playa Uvita)3 Gourmet Meals each day (organic and local when possible) – flexible for dietary restrictions
• 3 Gourmet Meals each day (organic and local when possible) – flexible for dietary restrictionsGround transportation to and from airport
• Ground transportation to and from airport2x Daily Yoga Practice (variety of styles and practices)
• 2x Daily Yoga Practice (variety of styles and practices)Workshops, Yoga Nidra and Group Activities for self reflection and development
• Workshops, Yoga Nidra and Group Activities for self reflection and development
• Personal Retreat Time (plenty of free time to nap, walk, swim, read, just be)
• Sacred Ceremonies incorporating the elements
• Fire and New Moon Ceremony

Becky Eschenroeder

a Richmond Virginia native—is an accomplished Yogi who is recognized as a 500 hour RYT, 200 hour E-RYT, RCYT and was voted as one of the top three yoga instructors byRichmond Magazine in 2015. Becky studied under Arlene Bjork and Grace Yoga Training Systems prior to Arlene’s passing in late 2009. Becky then obtained her 500 hour RYT through Om On Yoga under the guidance and wisdom of Jennifer Elliot. It is through this experience that she made the commitment to be a full-time yoga teacher. Becky made the conscious decision to dedicate her life to bringing her love of yoga, movement, and learning to all walks of life as evidenced by her deep commitment and involvement in such initiatives as Project Yoga Richmond and YoKid.

With a degree in Psychology from James Madison University combined with her elementary school teaching license from Mary Baldwin College, Becky uses both her knowledge and experience in these disciplines to design yoga workshops, classes and retreats, here and abroad, that expand the senses, broadens the mind, and opens the heart to what is truly possible. Her ability to meaningfully connect with those she serves so selflessly arises out of her personal commitment and disciplined approach to deepening her own learning and practice of yoga, philosophy, and meditation.

Becky has been a proud Ambassador for Lululemon Athletica, Project Yoga Richmond and YoKid Stretch Your Limits. Becky is a certified YoKid Facilitator Trainer responsible for training fellow adults in ways to incorporate yoga into children’s lives. Becky is also trained to teach children’s yoga through the “Yoga with Nitya” format, and yoga to individuals who have undergone trauma.

Becky can be seen riding her bike around town as she commutes to and from teaching yoga classes, private lessons, and meeting with community leaders. You might also see her leading a Yoga Hike along the James River during the warmer Virginia months. These only a couple of many examples of how she lives her life in full beauty and in alignment with the yoga teachings and practice. Becky is a creative and passionate woman who loves art, freelance photography, hiking, kayaking, traveling and running along with most outdoor adventure activities. She adores doing all these things with family and friends—both old and new.

This is the fundamental lesson that keeps Becky grounded in uncertain times and one that she learned many years ago when she first began practicing on the mat. Becky lives her life holding a deep belief that it is her responsibility to guide others down this path and help lift them up through action and word. Namaste.

Betty Gottwald

A Pisces. A nomad. A photographer. A yogi.

Student of life. Searcher of truth. Seeker of light.

In 2014, ‘Saturn Returns’ shook Betty up with a major opportunity for transformation shortly after her 29th birthday, and still she was hesitant to surrender to the hand being dealt. But it was exactly what Betty needed to usher her into living consciously, waking up and reevaluating her priorities in life.

Shortly after she was shook up, Betty threw herself directly into a Vinyasa Teacher Training and completed 500 hours in Bali with Awakened Life School of Yoga, which set her on the path of spiritual awakening, self discovery and personal growth. Since Bali, she has taught in Costa Rica, New Zealand, Mexico and Thailand, and continues to pursue study of yogic living and philosophy, keeping an active mental and physical practice when she isn’t teaching.

Attending yoga and spiritual festivals such as Wanderlust Festival Lake Taupo, Bali Spirit Fest, Lightning in a Bottle, Wanderlust Snowshoe, and Shensara Festival have shined a spotlight on her truth: to help spread the way of living a deeper life by assisting in the discovery of her students’ authentic selves through workshops, ceremonies and self-development seminars.

In her geographically adventurous journey, Betty has lived in the Australian outback, biked the world’s most dangerous road in Bolivia, bungy jumped in New Zealand, sky dived over the wineries of Argentina, taken a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Jaipur, bathed with elephants in Thailand, hiked Machu Picchu, cuddled a panda in China and spent 40 hours on the world’s worst passageway to get to Antarctica.

In her spiritually adventurous journey, she has been guided through a past life regression to discover what lives existed before this one, spoken with a heart whisperer from Togo, participated in a Shaman-led sweat lodge in Mexico, been paralyzed by spirits and later cleansed by holy water in Bali, had a lightning bolt rock her insides when she touched the Western Wall, and communicated with Mother Earth about the amount of people damaging and disregarding her well-being, to which Pacha Mama replied, “I got this.”

Betty’s favorite moment in this life (so far) has been communicating with the rising full moon as it sparkled over the ocean at sunset in a bay of rose quartz while receiving answers from her angels and guardians about questions she never knew existed.

While on your retreat you will also have the opportunity to take part in adventure activities and wonderful excursions. Some of the possible options include:

Zip-lining
Horseback Riding
Surfing
Waterfall Tour
Kayaking
Fishing Trip
River Wildlife Tour
*Price of Activities are not included in Tuition

“Steadiness, Comfort, and Joy was one of the greatest experiences of my life. As someone who has been practicing yoga for only a few months, this retreat solidified my love for the practice and showed me how dedicated Becky is as an instructor, mentor, and friend. The retreat brought me to a pseudo-simple life where I didn’t have to worry about anything except the thoughts in my head, and the week made me a stronger person physically and mentally.” –Jessica,  Student and Retreat Participant

“This was a life changing retreat for me. I went into it a little nervous, because I didn’t know exactly what to expect but I went with an open and ready heart. I wasn’t completely sure what I was seeking when I went, but what I found was more than I could have ever imagined. Upon arrival, my heart was immediately filled with a magical location of amazing individuals from whom I learned so much from, even on the very first day. All the adventures and the conversations that were had on this trip opened up my mind to so many possibilities I never realized were available to me. This retreat made me feel like I could accomplish anything. I felt invincible. Even today, I look back at videos and pictures and it gives me just as much inspiration, if not more than what I was experiencing while I was there. There was a perfect balance of yoga and meditation and adventure and excitement. The staff at Palmar was exceptional, everyone was willing to offer their services with glowing and fun attitudes. I would absolutely go on another retreat for another experience like this, whether it be back to Bocas del Toro or somewhere new. Thank you for this life changing opportunity. It meant the absolute world to me.” – Lilli, Student and Retreat Participant

“I met Betty when she was teaching yoga at Bikini Bootcamp in Tulum, Mexico. I was attending the bootcamp to write a travel feature for the publication I work for and I was so impressed with the level of classes that I’ll definitely be returning soon. Betty’s Vigorous Vinyasa combined a challenging workout alongside meditation. Her techniques create the perfect combination for a full-body sweat while rejuvenating the mind. The studio located on one of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean just added to the idyllic experience.” -Jessica Satherley, editor and writer at DailyMail.com

“I have had the honor of being apart of Betty’s journey throughout her 500RYT in Candidasa, Bali. The first thing I noticed about her was her vibrant spirit. She is always smiling, cultivating and spreading positive energy to everyone who comes her way. As our friendship continued to evolve, I began to cherish her sense of humor and ability to keep even the hardest of times light. Betty has proven time and time again to live in integrity. A true woman of patience, compassion and inspiration. Along with her ridiculous talent as a photographer, is her teaching! She never fails to create fun, challenging and inspiring yoga classes! You can expect a high energy environment, creative sequences, lots of sweat and all to an amazing playlist. Having the opportunity to be a student in a class with someone as beautiful a soul as Betty is a true treat.” – Rachael Sirigotis