A RETREAT FOR HELPERS AND HEALERS

NATURE, RITUAL AND RENEWAL IN COSTA RICA

Join us in the cool, lush hills surrounding Lake Arenal for an all-inclusive retreat experience designed for personal and professional growth.

6 days/5 nights

July 13th-18th 2025

Join us for a one-of-a-kind retreat experience in the dreamiest location in the world!

Does this sound like you?

✓ You’re a helping professional who loves the work you do, but longs for a break to reconnect with yourself.

✓ You’re tired of the same old “interventions” and searching for ways to go deeper in your own work and your work with clients.

✓ You have an inner child who will delight in exploring pristine nature and learning from the wisdom of horses.

Wake up to misty volcanic views from the front door of your cabin…

Enjoy a cup of Costa Rican coffee and a breakfast of locally grown fruit on the patio, surrounded by nature and the magical healing horses who will co-facilitate your retreat. Today, you’ll be spending your time exploring this precious land, engaging in somatic nature practices, and regulating your nervous system with with the master teachers at Tula Vida.

Introducing

THE NATURE, RITUAL AND RENEWAL RETREAT

Designed just for helpers and healers, this retreat invites you to dive into powerful experiential learning in a stunning, nature-filled setting. You’ll leave with a renewed sense of connection—to yourself, the land, and other healing professionals who get it.

And the best part? You’ll take these lessons home with you, ready to weave them into your own self-care and the work you do with your clients.

an experience co-created by wild haven and tula vida ranch

  • Melissa Rosinski

    Founder and Coach, Wild Haven

    This retreat was born from Melissa’s longtime dream to offer nature-based experiences in Costa Rica, a place close to her heart where she once lived and has returned to many times. During a visit to Tula Vida Ranch and a profound experience working with Sally and the horses, she knew instantly that this was the perfect place to bring her vision to life. Melissa brings together her experience as a licensed therapist and group practice owner, her studies in Somatic Experiencing and nature-based healing, and her deep passion for sharing this transformative work with other helpers and healers.

  • Sally Nilsson

    Co-Founder, Tula Vida

    A relentless pursuer of authenticity and personal growth, Sally Nilsson's journey from the corporate corridors of London lawyer life to the vibrant rainforests of Costa Rica was guided by a golden thread—her profound connection with horses.  During her corporate career, horse riding vacations were Sally’s escape to solace and rejuvenation. A pivotal encounter with a horse named Beauty in Costa Rica sparked a profound shift, a path of personal re-alignment and a deep dive into the practice of horse-led coaching. Today Sally lives in Costa Rica and, in collaboration with Beauty and the horse herd, guides others on the path of authentic self-discovery. Sally invites individuals to bridge the gap between life in the comfort zone and aspirational dreams, utilizing the transformative power of the nervous system and the natural world.

  • Eric Kolesar

    Co-Founder, Tula Vida

    Eric Kolesar is co-founder of Tula Vida with Sally Nilsson, guiding people to self-empowerment through experiences with horses, yoga, coaching and adventure. With understanding, compassion and mindfulness as the cornerstones of his beliefs and life work, Eric uses a variety of techniques firmly grounded in neuroscience to balance both mind and body, and to liberate the authentic self to share its gifts with the world.  As well as the transformative power of nature and horses, Eric is an expert in multiple modalities of energy work and movement and weaves these in to create profound, personalized and powerful adventures in personal growth.

Why the Nature, Ritual and Renewal Retreat is anything but ordinary:

✓ You'll be guided by a host who truly knows Costa Rica—having lived there and visited many times. My deep connection to the land, its people, and the vibrant culture will add richness to every moment.

✓ This retreat is the result of a heartfelt dream, brought to life after years of vision and a full year of careful, intentional planning.

✓ At Wild Haven, reciprocity is a core value. We're not just here to take in the beauty of this place—we’re here to give back, honoring the land and people who make it so special.

✓ I fell head over heels for the ranch’s energy and beauty, and I’m certain you’ll feel the same magic the moment you arrive!

Here’s a sample retreat outline:

Day 1

Arriving

Step off the plane and breathe a sigh of relief as you take in your first moments in Costa Rica. Join up with your new community and get to know each other during our shared transport to the Tula Vida ranch. Set your intentions at our opening fire ceremony.

Day 2

Orienting

Wake to incredible emerald views. Get to know the land and beings that inhabit Tula Vida ranch. Explore nervous system regulation with Sally and the horses and somatic healing in nature practices with Melissa. End the day with mindful movement at sunset.

Day 3

Connection

Connect with nature, ritual and creativity in a an earth altar workshop with Melissa. Explore connection and herd dynamics with Sally and the Tula Vida herd in the afternoon. Relax into a plant essences ceremony with a local healer to end the day.

Day 4

Giving Back

Wander the land with the horses as you explore the theme of “reciprocity” in a somatic nature healing experiential workshop. In the afternoon, we’ll head out to the local community to give back through a meaningful service project.

Day 5

Integration

Step out onto the land for a workshop on integrating nature-based experiences into your life and your work with clients. Join Melissa, Sally and the horses as we build a community altar to integrate our shared experience. We’ll close with a fire ceremony.

Day 6

Departure

Take shared transportation back to the Liberia airport for your trip back home. Or, opt to stay an extra day and night including a trip to the volcanic hot springs. Prefer to travel Costa Rica on your own? Your host can help with recommendations!

INCLUDED IN YOUR RETREAT PACKAGE:

✓ Transportation to/from Liberia airport

✓ Brand new accommodations

✓ All meals

✓ Exclusive use of the 72 acre property

✓ Horse experiences

✓ Workshops and healing ceremonies

✓ CEUs (for therapists)

✓ Online community for support and integration post-retreat

Included:

Optional Add-Ons:

✓ Massage

✓ Professional headshot session

✓ Extra night post-retreat with a day trip to the hot springs

Not included:

X Airfare

X Alcoholic beverages

X Travel insurance (required)

I know there are lots of training and reatreat options out there…

what makes this retreat so special:

• You’ll benefit from the specialized experience of 3 skilled facilitators PLUS the master teachers (the horses!) on-site through the entire retreat

• Our small group format will give you the opportunity to build trust and connection in a close community

• You’ll have the opportunity to engage with the local community for a meaningful service project

• We’ll take care of the details, from airport transfers to meals to brand new accommodations…all you have to do is show up ready to grow!

picture yourself here with us -July 2025

HAVE YOU BEEN DREAMING OF AN INTERNATIONAL RETREAT?

Feel at ease knowing your host and facilitators are experts in the local area. This retreat is ideal for first-time international travelers or those who may feel a bit uncertain about visiting Central America. Seasoned travelers will also appreciate the seamless relaxation we provide by handling all the details, from airport transfers and meals to curated experiences.

FAQs

  • Retreat attendees should fly into the Liberia Daniel Obuder Quiros airport. Transportation to the retreat venue will be provided from this airport only.

  • Late July is the middle of the “green season” which means lush vegetation and cooler weather. Expect warm days with a possibility of showers on and off.

  • Costa Rica is amazing! Check on my blog post: “10 Reasons Why You Should Really Visit Costa Rica”

  • Our host venue in Costa Rica is offering an optional add-on of one additional night with a day trip to the hot springs for $350. You can also choose to travel on your own. This region of the country is full of incredible nature and activities!

  • Not at all! Just bring an open mind and curiosity. Sally is an amazing facilitator!

  • You can enter Costa Rica with a U.S. passport. No visas are required.

JOIN US FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE RETREAT EXPERIENCE

The breathtaking land of the Costa Rican Central Highlands is waiting to welcome you. This is a small group experience, so we encourage early sign-ups before our rooms fill!