Return 2 Alignment
The next co-ed experience happening December 12th-16th, 2024 in Costa Rica
Taking place in Santa Teresa, CR
Get ready for our first co-ed retreat since 2021! We're going back to Santa Teresa for the second time, and this time everyone is welcome. This retreat-like experience will be full of activities like hiking, swimming, surfing, dancing, working out, and even twerking (if you like). Costa Rica is one of the most beautiful and naturally diverse places in the world. Come explore a home away from home with us!
Here is a glimpse into the experience:
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A 4 night, 5 day trip
At Return 2 Human, our commitment to heartfelt service goes beyond the ordinary, as we strive to create an atmosphere where you feel truly seen, heard, and supported. You'll carry the memories, insights, and deep connections you create here into every aspect of your life, enriching not only your inner world but also your relationships, work, and daily experiences.
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Costa Rica
Santa Teresa, with its captivating blend of nature and tranquility, offers not just a picturesque escape but an opportunity for introspection and transformation. Nestled within the lush embrace of the Nicoya Peninsula, each moment spent here invites guests to reconnect with themselves against the backdrop of stunning sunrise beaches and rich biodiversity.
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Why horses?
Horses have a unique ability to mirror our emotions and behaviors, offering profound insights into our inner world. Working with horses fosters deeper self-awareness and the courage to release limiting patterns. By connecting with these majestic creatures, we unlock the potential to revolutionize our lives, tapping into greater clarity and confidence.
“I am beyond grateful for the retreat Melissa hosted and facilitated. Since the day she had announced it, I felt called to dive in deeper within myself and it was one of the most transformational experiences I’ve ever had. I went to this retreat without knowing anyone and I came out with deep connections. The space and container she held felt so safe and loving I felt free to surrender and be emerged in presence. I’ve experienced great shifts within myself that it has also shifted my relationship with others. My relationships have also felt and seen a shift in me. I’ve been able to transcend my emotions, hold space for my inner child, know my worth and magnitude, feel liberated, act and speak from an open heart, and so many more lessons, codes, and epiphanies that’ve been aligning and showing up. It’s every time you show up for yourself and step out your comfort zone that you experience growth. Thank you Melissa for this amazing experience I’ll never forget.”
-Sabrina, FL (USA)
Let yourself be the main focus in a world full of noise and distractions.
Available Guest Packages
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Shared Room: $3,095
Perfect for solo travelers or friends, this space offers comfort and a welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy a good night's sleep in comfy beds and make new friends in a home away from home. (We will pair you with a roommate.)
Sign up by 9/15 to save $200 off your spot.
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Private Room: $4,195
Experience tranquility and comfort in our luxurious private guest room. Ideal for solo travelers seeking privacy, this cozy space features a plush bed, stylish decor, and all the amenities you need for a relaxing stay.
Sign up by 9/15 to save $200 off your spot.
The Venue: Casa MarBella
Casa MarBella is a boutique style hotel in Santa Teresa situated on a mountain slope on the Pacific Coast. The casa provides panoramic ocean views and is surrounded by jungle. It’s centrally located in the jungle town and is within walking distance to stores and some of the notable restaurants in the area. Most importantly, you can walk to the beach in 5 minutes (Playa Carmen).
The hotel is essentially 1 grand villa consisting of 8 separate and unique units surrounding an infinity pool overlooking the coast (“sunset view”) and the Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve, the first national park in Costa Rica. We even have our own private ocean view yoga terrace, where we keep mats for private practice. You don’t even need to leave the hotel to enjoy watching wildlife in their natural habitat.
“I’ve been calling R2M [Return 2 Mystery] a retreat, but Mel hit it right on the head because ‘experience’ is genuinely the best way to put it. The experience began the moment we signed up, & I’m forever grateful for it. It’s all about the details for the R2H team — & the details matter. From travel logistics, to food that is balanced & incredibly delicious, you are taken care of from start to finish, so that your focus can be on you & what you get out of the experience. I believe that whatever experience that Mel hosts resonates with you is the one for you. R2H is also incredibly focused on the guests, flexible enough to honor the feelings, both physical & emotional, that come with the healing and the doing. I left the experience filled with more light & laughter than I could’ve even anticipated. I didn’t realize how much returning to mystery would change the way I view my past & present, as well as how I now find magic in the mundane.”
-Alexis, Florida (USA)
Introducing our team for Return 2 Alignment
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Melissa Barto @melissabarto_
FOUNDER OF R2H & EXPERIENCE HOST
Melissa Barto is an artist, experience designer, and entrepreneur dedicated to curating transformative retreats. She combines her artistic talents with her passion for personal growth, creating experiences that reconnect people with their creativity.
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Starr Hawkins @babymommafit
EXPERIENCE CO-HOST & FITNESS TRAINER
Starr Hawkins’ deep connection with fitness has given her the opportunity to follow her dreams, embrace her journey and help others achieve their individual goals. Known for an unmatched lively energy and affectionate title of the “glute girl”.
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Starboy @starboy.uk
EXPERIENCE PHOTOGRAPHER & VIDEOGRAPHER
Cyrus, known as StarBoy, embarked on his fitness journey at a festival, inspired by a simple muscle-up. His passion for Calisthenics morphed into a lifestyle of self-improvement, blending physical fitness with mental health support.
“Rebirth means that what comes bears no resemblance to what came before. In the same way when we awaken, that which we become is not like that which we were. Once you’ve remembered, forgetting is gone – forever. We still have to live, we have to do the same things, but the indwelling consciousness is completely different.”
FAQs
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What makes a Return 2 Human experience unique is its blend of physical activities, creative workshops, and nutritious, high-quality meals. Participants engage in workouts that challenge and invigorate them, while creative workshops allow them to explore and express their artistic sides. The emphasis on fresh, wholesome meals ensures that everyone feels nourished and energized. This holistic approach fosters a deep connection with oneself and others, creating a transformative and unforgettable retreat.
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December 12th-16th, 2024
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Everything EXCEPT flights, daily lunch, and extras like massages.
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Yes! Everyone is welcome.
