The Exhale Retreat

Playa Carrillo, Costa Rica | July 15–20, 2026

Rest, Regulate & Return to Yourself

The Exhale Retreat is a six-day invitation to slow down, soften your nervous system, and return to yourself in a supportive and intentional environment. Held along the coast of Playa Carrillo, Costa Rica, this experience is designed for Black femmes who are ready to rest deeply, reconnect with their body, and experience healing that is grounded, embodied, and sustainable.

This retreat is not about transformation through effort. It is about creating the conditions for your body and spirit to settle. Through a balance of gentle exploration, intentional gathering, and unstructured time, you are supported in listening inward and moving at a pace that feels honest and nourishing.

Your days will unfold between time in nature and moments of rest. Experiences include oceanfront mornings, snorkeling, a sunset catamaran cruise, and opportunities to explore nearby beach towns. Optional horseback riding is available for those who desire a deeper connection to the land. A massage experience and ample personal time are built into the rhythm of the retreat, allowing space for integration rather than overwhelm.

Throughout the week, Imoorè Ayo offers embodied spiritual support through The Ritual Lounge, including intention setting, group energy healing, sound, and gentle somatic practices. These offerings are designed to support regulation, emotional integration, and energetic clarity, without pressure to share or perform. Participation is always invitational and guided with care.

The Exhale Retreat is for those who feel the call to pause. For those navigating transition. For those who know that rest is not indulgence, but necessary. You will be held within a small group container that values sovereignty, softness, and presence.

You will leave with a deeper sense of steadiness, clarity, and connection, carrying the experience back into your life in ways that feel lived and embodied.