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Costa Rica Retreats

10-DAY THERAPEUTIC WORKSHOPS
Since 2006, Choose Again workshops at the centre in Costa Rica have helped thousands to break free from symptoms of anxiety, depression, and self-sabotaging behaviours.

More than a wellness retreat - our program addresses and heals the root cause of persistent negative emotions and relationship patterns while providing you with a lifelong tool to support mental health and well-being.
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We don't believe in coping, we believe in thriving

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE AT OUR WORKSHOPS
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The Six Steps to Freedom group circles
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Holotropic breathing sessions
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Meditative walks
At a Choose Again workshop you will learn a powerful, proven therapeutic process for finding and dismantling all barriers and conflicts in your life. You will learn how to transform your thoughts & emotions and how to connect with your self and a greater sense of purpose for a richer, fuller life.

​Our Six Steps process will teach you how to release yourself from core beliefs created at childhood so you may be able to relate to yourself and others in an empowering way regardless of external circumstances.

Holotropic breathing is a therapeutic breathing technique that has the effect of allowing deeply repressed memories or sensations to surface, bypassing the ego’s defenses. It can produce a tranquil feeling of communion with Oneness.​

Precious Time to Restore

Renew and rejuvenate in the lush natural setting of Costa Rica.

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All of our workshop programs are held at El Cielo, the Choose Again Centre in Costa Rica, immersed in lush Costa Rican nature. From our centre, you can enjoy the pristine views of Lake Arenal and the Arenal volcano and an abundance of flowers and wild-life. We offer fresh, healthy food that's shared in a communal dining hall. For more information on El Cielo click here.

Our workshops include:

  • Daily group therapeutic sessions using our Six Steps Process
  • Powerful breath-work sessions
  • Meditation & mindfulness training
  • Yoga, chi gong, expressive movement
  • Digital detox - Turn in your devices and claim back your mind
  • Local outings to nearby lake, volcanic hot springs and more
  • Delicious, healthy food
  • Lovely accommodation at El Cielo in a beautiful natural setting​

El Cielo

CHOOSE AGAIN CENTRE, COSTA RICA
El Cielo, Choose Again's intensive retreat centre, was opened in 2006 in North West Costa Rica. This unique locale is right in the middle of the lush jungle, and overlooks Lake Arenal. Our facilities include comfortable accommodations, a communal dining hall, spaces for indoor and outdoor group circles, a yoga studio and a greenhouse where we grow our own mircogreens.
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Upcoming Workshops

MAXIMUM 10 PARTICIPANTS PER WORKSHOP
Our 10-day intensive workshop dates will be posted ongoing throughout the year.
CONTACT TO BOOK
March 12-22, 2023

Freedom from
Trauma
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About this workshop
Childhood conditioning affects everyone, regardless of their background.

​​​In this retreat, you will learn to recognize the effects of early childhood experiences and how to free yourself from their negative expressions.

In this retreat you will: 

  • Breakthrough challenging emotional patterns.

  • Understand the effects of early childhood conditioning on your life, and learn how to move beyond the past.
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  • Recover yourself and experience freedom from past hurts, with the freedom to love again.
March 26-April 5, 2023

Heal your mind, transform your life
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About this workshop
Release yourself from unconscious negative core beliefs and open up to your true potential.

Master our powerful Six Step to Freedom process and gain a tool for a lifelong journey of transformation and  growth.

You will:

  • Go to the root of what's keeping you stuck in unwanted behavior & emotions.

  • Heal yourself from symptoms of anxiety, depression, and lack of purpose.

  • Release yourself from the limiting beliefs that keep your life and relationships in the same old patterns.
April 9-19,
​2023

Healing intimate & family relationships
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About this workshop
Are you tired of reacting to loved ones in ways that are painful?​ 

Discover a way to dramatically reduce relationship conflict and establish a deeper connection with yourself and others.

You will:

  • Understand the root cause of toxic emotional & behavioral patterns. 

  • Learn how to change painful dynamics without waiting for others to change.

  • Learn how your relationship can help you to re-discover your authentic self in the process.​​​
April 23-May 3, 2023

Freedom from
Trauma
​

About this workshop
Childhood conditioning affects everyone, regardless of their background.

​​​In this retreat, you will learn to recognize the effects of early childhood experiences and how to free yourself from their negative expressions.

In this retreat you will: 

  • Breakthrough challenging emotional patterns.

  • Understand the effects of early childhood conditioning on your life, and learn how to move beyond the past.
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  • Recover yourself and experience freedom from past hurts, with the freedom to love again.
May 7-17,
​2023

Heal your mind, transform your life
​

About this workshop
Release yourself from unconscious negative core beliefs and open up to your true potential.

Master our powerful Six Step to Freedom process and gain a tool for a lifelong journey of transformation and  growth.

You will:

  • Go to the root of what's keeping you stuck in unwanted behavior & emotions.

  • Heal yourself from symptoms of anxiety, depression, and lack of purpose.

  • Release yourself from the limiting beliefs that keep your life and relationships in the same old patterns.
May 21-31,
2023

Healing intimate & family relationships
​

About this workshop
Are you tired of reacting to loved ones in ways that are painful?​ 

Discover a way to dramatically reduce relationship conflict and establish a deeper connection with yourself and others.

You will:

  • Understand the root cause of toxic emotional & behavioral patterns. 

  • Learn how to change painful dynamics without waiting for others to change.

  • Learn how your relationship can help you to re-discover your authentic self in the process.​​​
June 4-14,
​2023

Freedom from
Trauma
​

About this workshop
Childhood conditioning affects everyone, regardless of their background.

​​​In this retreat, you will learn to recognize the effects of early childhood experiences and how to free yourself from their negative expressions.

In this retreat you will: 

  • Breakthrough challenging emotional patterns.

  • Understand the effects of early childhood conditioning on your life, and learn how to move beyond the past.
    ​
  • Recover yourself and experience freedom from past hurts, with the freedom to love again.
June 18-28,
​2023

Heal your mind, transform your life
​

About this workshop
Release yourself from unconscious negative core beliefs and open up to your true potential.

Master our powerful Six Step to Freedom process and gain a tool for a lifelong journey of transformation and  growth.

You will:

  • Go to the root of what's keeping you stuck in unwanted behavior & emotions.

  • Heal yourself from symptoms of anxiety, depression, and lack of purpose.

  • Release yourself from the limiting beliefs that keep your life and relationships in the same old patterns.
Go Deep!
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28-day intensive in
Costa Rica
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About this workshop
Our 28-day program allows you to join two consecutive 10-day programs and enjoy free time in between to discover the natural beauty of Costa Rica.

  • Take two life-changing programs of your choice

  • Have opportunities to explore some of Costa rica's most magical areas; Volcano Arenal, the Monteverde Cloud Forest, and the stunning beaches of the Nicoya Peninsula.

  • All-inclusive full-board stays between workshops. ​
Cost & Accommodation

​Shared accommodation (max. 2 per room): $3,500 USD
Private accommodation: $4,500 USD
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Rates cover all aspects of the therapeutic program as well as meals, lodging, outings and shuttle to and from the Liberia International Airport, (LIR). ​


*Payments are billed in Canadian Dollars at rate on day of billing
CONTACT TO BOOK
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Getting Here

The Choose Again Intensive Retreat Center is located in North West Costa Rica, by Lake Arenal, and the now dormant and magnificent Arenal Volcano.
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​The nearest airport to us is Liberia. A shuttle is provided on scheduled workshop start and end dates for arrivals and departures free of charge. If you need to book a flight on another day of the week or via another airport in Costa Rica please let us know in advance so we can work with you on travel arrangements prior to registration.

Due to the distance, we are unable to run an airport transfer from San Jose, if you choose this route, please contact us for details of other transport options.

What our clients are saying


​"My time in Costa Rica was life changing.  I have never experienced a group of people with such love and compassion and light."

​-Susan
"Restored Faith, Generating Love,  acknowledging choice, and of course, Peace Is what I feel graced with... Thank you once again to all the team."

​-Recent participant

*Registration Terms and Conditions

*Rates indicated are per person and include all aspects of the therapeutic program, meals, lodging, outings and local transportation. All billing is done in Canadian dollars at time of registration and at the current rate of exchange. Depending on your banking institution some currency exchange or bank processing fees may be applied at time of purchase, these fees, along with airline transportation costs, are not included in the cost of attendance.

Choose Again is a registered Canadian Charitable organization. If you are experiencing financial challenges and would like to join us in one of our programs, please contact us to review available financial assistance. 

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    • Practicing ACIM with Dawn Green
    • Mastering the Six Steps
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