COME ALIVE

Costa Rica 20 - 27th November 2027

Move, Play, Explore, Reset.

Pura Vida
Literally: pure life.
Around here: a way of living.

For seven days, we'd love you to try it ↴

Imagine closing the door on normal life for seven days and stepping into the jungle.. nobody needs anything from you.

You don't need to decide what's for dinner, no need to be somewhere for someone else and you don't need to persuade a friend to come to Costa Rica with you, you just get to come.

Seven nights to move, play, explore, make friends, try things you've always wanted to try and have enough space to remember (or learn) what you actually like.

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What’s waiting for you ▹

Morning movement. Pacific surf. Waterfalls and jungle picnics. Zip-lines through the treetops. Self-defence. Pottery. Breathwork. Sauna. Cold plunges. Sunset crafts. A boat trip across glittering ocean.

Things that make you laugh, make you brave and things haven't done since you were little.

And everyday, the whole house goes quiet, we have one hour where nobody talks, nobody needs you and nobody asks you anything, you can sleep, swim, read, paint or simply stare at the ocean.

And no, we haven't filled every other hour either.

Because the luxury isn't how much we can fit into seven days.
It's how much of yourself you get back.

Come home rested, strong, braver, with new friends, ridiculous stories and the feeling that you’ve really lived in full HD Colour.

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Your Investment

20–27 November 2027
Nosara, Costa Rica
7 nights
Women only
Shared, twin + private rooms
All meals + non-alcoholic drinks included
All planned activities + experiences included

£2,650–£3,750 per person, depending on your room.

Secure your place with a 25% deposit. Then pay the balance in full or across 6 monthly instalments.

Need longer? Just ask us. We can arrange an extended payment plan directly.

Getting here ✈

Flights and transfers aren't included because everyone will be coming from different places, in different ways but you won't be left to figure it out alone.

You can fly into Liberia (around 2 hours away) or San José (around 5 hours by road), with the option to take a short 30 minute domestic flight to Nosara. We'll help you work out the easiest option, coordinate group or solo taxis and make sure everyone knows exactly where they're going.

Basically, you get yourself to Costa Rica and we'll help with the rest.

And if Costa Rica has always been on your list, come for longer. Arrive early, stay afterwards, explore. We're very happy to help point you towards places we love and turn seven days into a bigger adventure.

Want to come but have a question?

You can book straight away, but if there's something you want to ask us first, ask us.

Coming alone? Nervous about travelling? Unsure which room to choose? Never done anything like this before? Wondering if you'll fit in?

Pop your details below and we'll chat it through with you.

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Meet your hosts ▹

We’ve been friends for years, our daughters are best friends, we both grew up in Norwich, Norfolk and very appropriately for us, we originally met at CrossFit. Our lives have taken us in different directions since then, but movement, adventure, women and friendship have always been the things that bring us back together.

Then in February 2026, Vicky came to stay with Carly in Nosara. We moved, swam, ate incredible food, talked for hours, explored and basically lived the kind of week we both wish women could give themselves more often. And somewhere in the middle of it we looked at each other and thought:

We need to bring the women we love here.

So that's what we're doing. This retreat is a little bit of both of us, a lot of Costa Rica, and everything we think women need more of: movement, adventure, friendship, laughter, quiet, trying new things and enough space to remember who you are when nobody needs anything from you.

And we genuinely cannot wait to do it with you.

Carly Rowena

Personal trainer, author, coach and mentor who has hosted retreats and adventures for more than 15 years, from Kilimanjaro and Peru to Greece, Spain, Ibiza and Portugal.

Vicki Hall

Founder of Move Reset Norfolk, a personal trainer, Exercise Referral Specialist and movement coach with more than 20 years' experience in health and physical activity. Her work helps people move better, build strength and feel more capable and confident in their bodies.

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FAQs

Your place is secured with a 25% deposit. The remaining balance can then be paid in full or spread across a payment plan.
Yes. You can secure your place with a 25% deposit, then spread the remaining balance across 6 monthly payments.
Need a little longer? Just ask us. We can arrange an extended payment plan directly with you so you can spread the cost over a longer period.
No. We know everyone will be travelling from different places and may want to arrive early or stay longer, so flights and transfers aren't included. We will, however, help coordinate everyone getting here. We'll share travel guidance, connect guests arriving at similar times and help arrange group or individual transfers so you aren't left trying to navigate Costa Rica alone.
If you're travelling from the UK (or most countries in Europe and North America), no vaccinations are required to enter Costa Rica.
However, if you’ve recently visited or transited through a country with a risk of yellow fever—such as parts of South America or Africa—you will need to show proof of a yellow fever vaccination on arrival.
For most retreat guests, this doesn't apply. But if you're unsure, just check with your airline or a travel clinic.
While not required, it’s always wise to ensure your routine vaccinations (like tetanus, MMR, and polio) are up to date. Depending on your plans (especially if you're extending your stay or exploring rural areas), a travel clinic may also suggest Hepatitis A, typhoid, or rabies.
You do not need a COVID-19 vaccination to enter Costa Rica.
Still have questions? I’m happy to help guide you based on your travel route and plans—just pop me a message.
Liberia is the closest major international airport to Nosara and is roughly a two-hour drive away. San José is further away, but you can travel onwards by road or take a domestic flight to Nosara. We'll send you all the options before you book your travel.
Please do! If you've always wanted to explore Costa Rica, this is the perfect excuse. You can build a bigger trip around the retreat, and we're very happy to share recommendations and help point you in the right direction.
That's absolutely fine. Dietary requirements will be catered for. We'll collect everything we need to know from you before the retreat so the team can plan accordingly.
No. All fitness levels are welcome. Movement is there to help you feel good, strong and capable — not to punish you. We'll offer options and adaptations so you can work at the level that's right for you.
No. Nothing about this week is designed to make you feel like you've swapped your normal to-do list for a retreat to-do list. Join the workout, sleep in. Surf, or sit on the beach. Take Silent Hour very seriously and watch Sex and the City in bed. This is your week too (just let us know, so we know not to wake you!)
Please make sure your passport is valid for your trip and meets the entry requirements for Costa Rica, and check the latest official travel and vaccination/health advice for your own circumstances before travelling. Requirements can change, so we'll remind everyone to check again closer to departure.
Seven nights' accommodation, all meals and non-alcoholic drinks, our planned movement sessions and the retreat experiences listed on this page including two surf lessons, pottery, waterfall adventure, zip-lining, self-defence class,, breathwork session, nosara exploring, beach crafts and our boat trip, plus daily access to the sauna and cold plunge.
The group meal out on the Friday evening, your flights, transfers to and from the retreat, travel insurance and anything you choose to add for yourself, such as massages, extra surf sessions, treatments, shopping, additional meals or adventures outside the itinerary.
Yes. We have shared and private room options. If you're coming with a friend, mum, daughter or someone else you'd like to share with, you'll be able to choose your room accordingly.
We completely understand that life happens. Your 30% deposit is non-refundable, as this secures your room and allows us to commit to the venue which is non refundable on booking and experiences for you.
If you need to cancel after booking, please let us know as soon as possible. Payments made after your deposit are non-refundable, but if we're able to fill your place with another guest, we'll do our best to refund those additional payments, less any costs we've already committed on your behalf.
We strongly recommend taking out comprehensive travel insurance as soon as you book, including appropriate cancellation cover, so you're protected if something unexpected prevents you from travelling.
If we ever had to cancel the retreat, we would refund all retreat payments you've made to us. Flights, transfers or other travel costs booked independently would need to be claimed through your travel provider or insurance.

Kind Words From Retreat Guests:

What I couldn't have anticipated was the level of support Carly personally gave me, and my daughter. We felt so safe, so cared for, so embraced, and most unexpectedly - so seen.

I visited Carly and her wonderful family as part of a longer trip to Costa Rica with my five year old daughter this January and wanted to share my experience.
Travelling solo with a child is a special type of exhausting, and can also feel isolating even when you're surrounded by people. The stress of being on the move, packing, unpacking , driving across a new country. It can be a lot.
Knowing this, I booked to stay for four nights in Carly's tranquil, beautifully curated casita, hoping that it would be a gentle pause in the middle of our trip, and a chance to breathe out, knowing we had a family nearby if anything were to happen.
What I couldn't have anticipated was the level of support Carly personally gave me, and my daughter. We felt so safe, so cared for, so embraced, and most unexpectedly - so seen.
Carly showed us some brilliant parts of the place she now calls home... from an unforgettable night watching turtles hatch, to sunset evenings on the beach, and an idyllic waterfall swim.
Our children played, we chatted, and things lifted.
Thank you, Carly, for helping us so calmly with the challenges we encountered, and for picking us back up when we arrived with you.
Our onward trip was equally incredible but only thanks to you for enabling us to carry on."
"Carly organised such an amazing trip for the group!"

“We all had our struggles with the altitude, tiredness and personal goals but we didn’t feel pressured to keep up with the group and at every point Carly and the exodus team made sure we were able to catch-up. Such an amazing group of girls all with there own stories and struggles that we openly talked about and helped each other along with. No one was left out even at the hardest point and we were all able to have a good laugh and reflection period at the end of each day.”
“Doing the Inca trail with Carly was an unforgettable experience that I can’t even describe."

“The trek was so well organised with extra day in Aguascalientes and Cusco. Our guide Wilburt was so lovely, helpful and full of patience and fun. To top this up, this trek wouldn’t have been such a highlight if it wasn’t for Carly and her bags of enthusiasm, laughter and care for everyone. All of us made such a genuine human connection whilst we trekked which made this so special. I cried all the way home overwhelmed with the emotions. Thank you Carly and the team, you made a dream come true!”
“I had such a blast on your retreat and am so happy to have done it! "

“I thought you really took care of all of us and were very thoughtful in catering to what everyone wanted. I was really grateful of being able to go out and explore while others wanted to sunbathe or relax.”
"One of the most incredible trips I have been on!"

“Carly, Exodus and the 9 other fabulous gals made this experience of a lifetime! The Inca Trail has always been on my bucket list, so as soon as I saw this - I knew I had to book - and it exeeded my expectations by miles! This has beaten any other group trip I have been on, and Carly - what a wonderful, caring, fun and super positive person who was truly there for all of us. I highly recommend any future challenges/retreats with Carly! But leave a space for me ;)”
"I loved the idea of going onto a journey like this alone and having the possibility of getting to know new people."

“Sharing sweaty workouts, fun and silly evenings at the pool and a beautiful insight into the real moroccan life really brought this group of lovely ladies closer together and left us friends.”
"I absolutely loved the whole trip and am so thankful to have gone. "

“Everyone in our group was so great, hilariously funny and with such amazing passions and stories of their own. I just hope that I’ll be able to see everyone again soon! Thank you thank you for organizing such wonderful experiences for us all!”
"I knew I needed something like this but I could not have imagined how refreshed and happy I was going to be."

“Loved every single moment of it. The team was incredible. Always cheerful and available to help. I recovered the energy and motivation to start exercising regularly again and I am so glad I did. I feel better, both emotionally and physically and I have made very good friends from this retreat. What can I say? I will definitely book again. I can only encourage all the women out there to take a moment for themselves because we truly deserve it 😊 “
"Carly's Portugal retreat was a really beautiful experience."

“Although we had so many activities to get involved in, it felt very relaxed and there was no pressure to do anything you didn't fancy. This created a safe and free space for everyone to just be themselves and have honest and authentic conversations, which was usually very inspiring!
As well as this, the accommodation and food was gorgeous! After 5 days of movement, meditation, healthy food, rest, and conversation I left the retreat inspired and feeling I understood myself that little bit more.
Huge thanks to Carly and the team for creating this experience!”
"Carly is a rare gem, a guiding light. The retreat she created was a truly transformative experience.

‘‘It was a space where every detail was thoughtfully considered, ensuring each one of us felt seen and taken care of. Every activity, every moment of spare time and every shared meal was infused with an intention. I still can’t believe how much we accomplished in just over a week and how soul-stirring the journey inward can be. It’s impossible to return from this retreat without feeling a deeper connection to your most authentic self. Thank you, Carly’’
"The perfect week to reconnect with yourself and others."

‘‘Carly is such a kind and soft coach, who leads through encouragement and compassion and you always feel in a safe pair of hands. Come solo and leave with a group of close friends’’
"I have left Costa Rica feeling refreshed, empowered and more sure of what I want my future to look like."

‘‘Throughout the whole week I felt empowered to make my own choices, push myself and realise I am capable of more than I dare to dream. This is all thanks to Carly and a gorgeous bunch of women. I have never felt so safe in a space before. Carly has this amazing way of making you feel great about yourself, even in moments of self doubt. Although a week cannot change your whole life, it is the perfect time to reflect on what you may want to improve or let go of in your life at home and Carly is there to support you in these steps and decisions. I have left Costa Rica feeling refreshed, empowered and more sure of what I want my future to look like. Thank you Carly for being you. You are a superstar!’’
"Carly's retreats are the best gift you can give yourself."

‘‘The connection, the inner learnings and the chance to rediscover you (or discover a new side of you!), are the most incredible gifts. You're given the opportunity to just be you, connect with wonderful likeminded people, enjoy all the activities on offer and in the most beautiful surroundings - what more could you want! I've learnt so much and taken so much away from this experience and would highly recommend it to others’’
No experience like it.

No experience like it. From the moment you arrive, Carly feels like a friend who genuinely wants you to have the trip of a lifetime. She makes every moment feel special and somehow makes you feel like a queen the whole time.
She knows all the best local spots and experiences, and what I loved most was how flexible she was. If something wasn’t quite your vibe, she would adjust plans so quickly. If you mentioned something you’d just heard about and wanted to try, she would do everything she could to make it happen. She even helped us with recommendations and things to do in the other places we visited before coming to stay with her, which just shows how much she genuinely cares.
Staying in the casita with her family was such a lovely part of the experience too. They make you feel so welcome, comfortable, and completely at home - never out of place for a second (especially Steve).
There were so many thoughtful moments that meant a lot. It was my sister’s birthday, and the night before we went to the beach at sunset, said our thanks for the year, had cupcakes, and made wishes together. It was simple but so special, and something we’ll always remember.
Carly also has a really calming way about her. She helped us slow down, be present, and ask ourselves curious questions without ever making it feel forced or uncomfortable. She also helped me overcome so many fears at my own pace, never pushing too hard, just encouraging me in the right way. It felt amazing afterwards and gave me so much confidence.
She has such an amazing personality that all the locals clearly love her, which means she knows the best people and places. She also captured so many moments on her phone so we could stay fully in the experience instead of worrying about taking photos.
And our boat trip… wow. We saw so many dolphins, and Carly made sure we truly soaked in every second of it.
Going home was honestly so hard, which says everything about the experience. I only wish it wasn’t so far away, because I’d be back every single year. There is so much more I could say - this was more than just a trip, it was something really special that I’ll never forget.
Preeya + Paris