Our Signature Wellness Retreat in Costa Rica
Our Signature Wellness Retreat in Costa Rica
Crossing the river of change - your future self awaits.
The Moana signature retreat Is a unique opportunity for you to step away from the familiar faces, places, habits and routines of daily life and immerse yourself in 7 days that are all about you
Created and delivered by one of Dr. Joe Dispenza’s certified trainers, this retreat is designed to provide you with the necessary tools and information for you to fully move out of stress, regulate your nervous system, put an end to your emotional addictions and the story of the past and step into a new future. All while you experience a laidback, beachfront luxury vacation.
At Moana, we take wellness retreats to a whole new level - merging world-class personal transformation with all the elements of a luxury vacation.
TRANSFORM
Change from the inside-out with Dr. Joe Dispenza’s NCS Program.
This retreat will introduce you to some of the latest research on brain and heart coherence, as well as the neuroscience of personal change. Through meditations, you will have multiple opportunities to put this information into practice and produce desirable changes in your life.
Achieve measurable changes in all areas of your life by applying and implementing the knowledge.
Neuroscience-backed change and evidence-backed wellness practices in a tropical sanctuary
Enjoy exclusive access to Nosara’s brand-new premium sauna and cold plunge experience. Santai by Moana provides the perfect sanctuary for you to unwind, relax and bring your body back into a state of homeostasis.
The Santai experience reaches its full potential when we pair it with breathwork, massage & meditation. Together, these elements work to calm and regulate your nervous system, enhancing your overall happiness, well-being and health.
We strongly believe that true success is measured by the serenity of your nervous system.
Crossing the river of change.
This integrated program will:
Regulate your nervous system
Move you out of stress
Create brain and heart coherence
Allow you to break the habit of being the old self
Allow you to fire and wire new wanted thoughts, behaviors & emotions
Help recondition your body to live by new emotions
Remove unwanted beliefs and perceptions
Help trade survival emotions for elevated emotions
Allow you to stop re-living your past and start remembering your future
Experience a complete mind-body upgrade
“This is a time in history
where it’s not enough to know;
this is a time in history
to know how.”
- Dr. Joe Dispenza
WELLBEING
So much more than just a wellness retreat…
A retreat that rewires your mind & changes you on a cellular level…
At Moana, personal and professional transformation is elevated through exclusive wellbeing experiences designed to amplify Dr Joe Dispenza’s teachings:
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Tools specifically created to facilitate profound neurological and emotional shifts.
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Enjoy exclusive access to Santai, featuring a Finnish sauna and revitalising cold plunge pools for resilience and stress reduction.
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Transformative group breathwork sessions enhance clarity and creative potential.
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Begin each day with expert-led surfing in the calming waves of Playa Guiones, naturally slowing brainwaves and deepening mindfulness.
Benefits of Sauna & Cold Plunge Therapy
There’s a mountain of evidence-based research demonstrating the benefits of sauna and ice bath contrast therapy.
PHYSICAL HEALTH
Activate Brown Fat & Boost Metabolism: Burn excess calories.
Improved Circulation: Boost your circulation and oxygenate your body for improved overall wellness.
Boosted Immune System: Regular use of contrast therapy strengthens the immune system.
Improved Sleep: rest deeper in a relaxed state.
Reduce acute & chronic pain: Reduce pain signals, inflammation & relax muscles to relieve pain.
MENTAL WELLBEING
Stress Relief: Reduce cortisol levels and promote relaxation.
Mental Clarity: Improve focus and clarity by stimulating the body's natural energy systems.
Enhanced Mood: Feel the positive effects on your mood, leaving you revitalized and energized.
Energy Boost: Alternating between hot & cold, your body releases endorphins and adrenaline giving you a refreshed, invigorated feeling.
SPORTS RECOVERY
Muscle Recovery: Alleviate soreness and speed up recovery after a surf session or any intense activity.
Lower inflammation: Contrast therapy is show to have anti-inflammatory effects.
Boost performance: with faster recovery, improved rest & energy & improved circulation.
Resets nervous system: Take yourself out of stress by activating the parasympathetic nervous system
Please see our FAQs for contraindications, and always check with your physician if you have existing health concerns, are taking medication, or are unsure if Contrast therapy is suitable for you.
SURF
Learn to Surf in Paradise
Start your day in the warm tropical waters of one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful beaches.
If you didn’t get tanned — you didn’t do it right :)
Besides the awesome lifestyle, surfing also releases hormones and neurotransmitters such as: Serotonin, Endorphins, Dopamine & Oxytocin — that are highly beneficial for your brain, your heart and your overall wellbeing
MOANA
Blue Zone Magic: Wellness in Nosara, Costa Rica
Nosara, located in Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula—a globally celebrated Blue Zone—is known for its exceptional longevity, health, and vitality. Let the transformative energy of this unique setting inspire lasting positive change. Embrace Costa Rica’s renowned Pura Vida lifestyle—marked by simplicity, joy, and a deep connection to nature and one another.
Getting Here: Seamless International Access
Costa Rica is easily accessible with two international airports offering direct flights from the US & Canada in under five hours. Upon arrival, enjoy a quick domestic flight or a private transfer to Nosara—ensuring a smooth, stress-free journey to Moana.
Effortlessly Luxurious, Completely Stress-Free
Let our dedicated, professional retreat team handle every detail, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the experience:
All-inclusive, hassle-free planning: from seamless airport transfers and curated local dining experiences to luxury accommodation in our boutique resort.
Gourmet, locally-sourced organic cuisine, thoughtfully prepared by our private chef, nourishing body and mind throughout your stay.
Exclusive, private resort access ensuring your group enjoys complete privacy, comfort, and uninterrupted relaxation.
What’s Included
Luxury accommodation
All breakfast, lunch & dinner
Learn to Surf
Exclusive use of Santai Sauna
Exclusive use of Santai Cold Plunge
live meditations & practical neuroscience
Sunset catamaran tour
Elemental rhythm Breathwork sessions
Massage at Moana’s spa
Access to our Jungle Gym
Fresh coconut waters daily
Airport transfers
Worry about nothing — just arrive, and we’ll take care of the rest: personal airport pickup, food preference, surfboards, massages, restaurants… we got you — Our intention is to create a setting where you can enjoy and let go.
We value your freedom and space during the week, so you’ll have four free evenings to explore the vibrant town, just a short walk from the resort. This time is yours to enjoy – whether dining solo or with new friends at one of Nosara’s many charming restaurants.
Plenty of time to chill, 7 sunsets, a guaranteed tan and an incredible location
Our Luxury Accommodation Options
We have private studios, private rooms in shared apartments and shared accommodation options available. Contact us for room availability.
Shared Room
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Share a spacious apartment with others on the retreat. Shared Bathrooms, kitchen, dining and living spaces. Stay in a shared room in a single or bunk bed.
Private Room
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A private room in a shared 2-3 bedroom apartment with others on the retreat. You’ll benefit from the extra space of a master bedroom and have your own en-suite (connected) bathroom.
Private Suite
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Enjoy the opulence of a completely private suite, fully equipped with a separate bathroom, kitchen, living and dining space and private terrace or balcony.
Ready for Your Transformation?
Inquire Now and Reserve Your Exclusive Retreat Experience
A gift from us to you.
You don’t have to wait for your retreat to start your transformation. Enjoy a sense of calm and balance in just 6 minutes with this beautiful meditation we recorded just for you.