Sacred Self Sacred Earth
A LUNA RETREAT PARTNERSHIP
Osa Peninsula Costa Rica
With Lori Fitzpatrick and Michael Balonis
February 16 ~ 22, 2025
This seven day journey into your sacred self is grounded in rediscovering the ancient teachings of Pachamamma. While embedded in spiritual community, you will explore daily nature practices, yoga and meditation, pranayama, and engage in the higher Pachamama teachings and discussions.
As we journey into the depths of the jungle and rediscover our ancient selves together…
THE EXPERIENCE
THE MAGIC OF THE OSA PENINSULA
Pachamama is a the Spirit of the Earth as revered by the indigenous peoples of Central and South America. She is the origin of our birth, life, death, and rebirth. In coming into relationship with Her, all of our fundamental needs are met. Together we will explore and move in time with her ancient rhythms as we practice and learn the sacred teachings of her natural elements. In coming back to our relationship with Mother Earth we will return to a deeper knowing of ourselves and each other, emerging from this experience with a vision of hope, magic, and purpose.
The Osa Peninsula is one of the most biologically diverse places on the planet. The long stretches of pristine volcanic black sand are set against shimmering, turquoise waters. The rainforest is abundant and untouched by humanity. The jaguar, scarlet macaw, and sloth call this extraordinary paradise home. The Osa is also home to Corcovado National Park, which contains pristine rainforest and an abundance of wildlife, including monkeys, sloths, and exotic birds. This unique area is a popular destination for surfing and beach lovers, with miles of unspoiled shoreline to explore. It is here, nestled in the heart of the ancient rainforest, where you will commune with the essence of your spirit, inflame the wisdom of your heart, and reclaim the sacred love for your spiritual self.
LUNA LODGE, on the Osa Peninsula
The Luna Lodge is located within the lush jungle of the Osa Peninsula where comfort meets the wild. This exotic eco resort is a magnet for self expression, spiritual growth, and internal transformation. As you ground yourself to nature’s rhythms, you will open to your most authentic self-expression. Within this unique environment, you will be guided on a supportive journey through the sacred aspects of the medicine wheel and uncover and remove blockages that are keeping you from living your highest and most noble truth. Throughout the week you will be gently guided through supportive meditation and yoga practices that emphasize the breath to body connection. We will explore the wildness of the ocean, hike the lush trails of the jungle, and rest our bones underneath flowing waterfalls. We will “bathe” in the forest with the renowned spiritual healer and teacher, Lana Wedmore, as she intuitively guides us into the primary rainforest and brings us back to a place of ancient remembering.
You will be served three delicious meals each day with much of the produce picked from the organic gardens on site or from local growers. Costa Rica has some of the most nutrient rich soil on the planet producing food that is packed with vitamins and minerals meant to support every cell of your body. The food is cooked with the utmost love and care by the inviting Luna Lodge staff, most of which are native Costa Ricans who embody the country’s motto “Pura Vida” or Pure Life.
We feel blessed to share this magical place with you. Please join us as we embark on this mystical journey back home. Together, we will find our way with the ancient spirit of Pachamama, the medicine wheel teachings and love to lead the way…
What is included in the Retreat Experience:
Inclusive Retreat Experiences:
- Six night/ seven day stay at the exquisite Luna Lodge
- Yoga and meditation practice
- Pranayama (breathwork)
- Three delicious organic meals served in the Luna Lodge restaurant (accommodates all aspects of dietary restrictions)
- Embedded teachings on aspects of Pachamamma
- Daily cacao ceremony
- Opening cacao ceremony with sound bath
- Early morning jungle ridge walk
- Daily nature practices such as grounding, hiking, kayaking, waterfall meditation,and beach experience (exact activities will be based on scheduling)
- Beach excursion
- Forest bathing (Shinrinyoku)
- Sunbathing and swimming at the Luna Lodge natural salt pool
- Stargazing free from light pollution
- Self-guided waterfall and jungle trails on property
- Closing communal fire ceremony
Luna Lodge Optional Services (paid directly to Luna Lodge)
- Full day guided Corcovado National Park Jungle Hike
- Bird watching tours
- Massage
- Shamanic Reiki
- Reflexology
- Tarot Readings with Lana
Pricing and Accommodations:
Pricing includes all retreat activities, food, and stay at the exquisite Luna Lodge. Transportation to and from Luna Lodge is not included.
I. Jungle Bungalows
The Bungalows are exquisite rooms nestled in the jungle with 2 double beds, a private deck, and a private bathroom with a shower and bathtub.
● Single Occupancy – $4,200/per person
● Double occupancy – $3,200/per person
● Triple occupancy – $2,500/per person
II. Haciendas
The Hacienda rooms are closest to the Main Lodge and are fully enclosed. The spacious style hacienda rooms have private bath and are designed to accommodate three with a double and single bed. These rooms have a specular view with frequent toucan visits.
● Single Occupancy – $3,600 /per person
● Double Occupancy – $2,700/per person
● Triple Occupancy – $2,500/per person
III. The Tents “Glamping”
The seven completely enclose “nature lover”tents have two single beds or one double bed, a private bathroom with hot water, electricity and a balcony overlooking the rainforest canopy
● Single Occupancy – $2,900/per person
● Double Occupancy – $2,300/per person
Payment Schedule
All payments are non-refundable (travel insurance is highly recommended).
We do not accept credit cards.
Initial Deposit – 10% of total due by upon registration to secure space.
Second Payment -40% of total due by Nov. 16, 2024
Final Payment – Remaining balance due by Jan. 16, 2025
How to Get to Luna Lodge
Getting to the Luna Lodge is an adventure that is well worth the effort, as this unique place is off the beaten path when compared to the more typical Costa Rican tourist destinations. From San Jose a small domestic flight is required to reach Carate. The domestic flight to the Luna Lodge is 45 minutes of magnificent beauty. The plane is a small jet seating up to 14 people with amazing jungle, mountain, and ocean views. The ride is quite an adventure and will leave you feeling inspired for your sacred journey.
I. Flight #1
International flight from your departure airport to San Jose, Costa Rica (Juan SantaMaria International Airport- SJO)
II. From San Jose – there are two options to get to the Luna Lodge:
- Direct private charter jet from San Jose to Carate – $1550 each way for a charter of the entire plane (50 minutes flight for up to 5 people). Then, 15 minute car ride to the Luna Lodge. For this option, please inquire with Lori and Mike as weight restrictions of 750 lbs. total apply.
- Domestic air travel from San Jose to Puerto Jimenez-generally $350 round trip (book with Sansa Airlines, CR)
- If taking the domestic flight, you will land in the sleepy town of Puerto Jimenez and be greeted by a friendly Tiko (national Costa Rican) driver who will take you on your journey to the Luna Lodge. This is a beautiful one hour and thirty minutes trek where you have the opportunity to spot wildlife and get accustomed to the warm jungle air.
lll. Two ground transport options from Puerto Jimenez to the Luna Lodge:
- 4×4 car for 1-4 people costing $150 per way
- Van for 1-6 people costing $240 per way
Lori Fitzpatrick
Lori is a personal spiritual guide and healer. She is a certified occupational therapist and is currently receiving her Master’s Degree in Consciousness Studies. Lori fosters the mending of old emotional and mental wounds through various healing and spiritual modalities.
She has been helping women heal from trauma due to broken relationships and addiction issues for over 10 years. She came to this work through her own personal healing journey from domestic violence and emotional abuse. Her mission is to give back and empower women to find self-love again.
More About Lori
Lori embodies the philosophy that “in order to keep what you have; you must give it away”. Therefore, she shares authentically and uses the spiritual tools that have been passed on to her. Her approach is down to earth, gentle, and rooted in unconditional love as Lori extends the spiritual gifts that have been graciously bestowed upon her from Spirit.
She works with small groups and in one-on-one settings to guide her clients in identifying the mental and emotional blockages that are keeping them from expressing their authentic self and speaking their truth. She is well versed in all of the world’s religions and has studied them extensively. Lori draws on her Masters level education in melding science and spirituality and the application of quantum physics in the physical world. She is certified in the therapeutic techniques of sacred metals, crystals, and indigenous sound healing and reiki energy work.
Lori channels vibrational healing energy from these dynamic modalities to facilitate the release of deep-seated emotional, mental, and physical blockages stored within the body. Lori intuitively feels the body’s emotional and physical resonance and utilizes her instinctual knowledge and former training to uproot long-standing stress and anxiety that lead to illness and disease. In addition to her intuitive spiritual practice, Lori draws on her knowledge as a practicing occupational therapist for over 20 years. She has an extensive understanding of anatomy and physiology and recognizes the integral connection of the mind, body, spirit phenomena of human health and wellness.
Her holistic approach allows for wholeness and health to be restored within her clients.
Michael Balonis
The best way to describe Mike is “salt of the Earth” He is an avid naturalist and wildlife enthusiast who has been visiting the Osa Peninsula for the past 15 years. Mike is deeply connected with his relationship with Pachamama and holds high the vision that She provides us with all that we need to live as whole, healthy human beings. Mike arrived at his role as a guide for those who are struggling with wellness, nutrition, and physical health through his own extraordinary health transformation. At age 35, Mike was morbidly obese and abusing drugs and alcohol. One New Year’s Eve after another night of excessive consumption, he ended up in the emergency room with rapid heart palpitations and major anxiety.
More About Michael
The year prior, Mike had been sleeping with the aid of a c-pap machine and was on a fast-moving track toward disease. That night, the doctor told him that if he didn’t change his lifestyle his life would end prematurely. These words catapulted Mike into a robust self-guided journey of physical and spiritual transformation. Since that time, Mike has completely transformed his life from one of sickness and ill health to one of health and wholeness. After losing 100 lbs. through slowly converting to a nutrient dense whole food diet and developing a daily functional physical fitness routine,
Mike began his formal training. He received his 200-hour Sivananda Yoga Teacher certification. Sivananda is a classical yoga system founded by the Indian mystic Swami Sivananda who developed the Yoga of Synthesis in which he summarized as: ‘Serve, love, give, purify, meditate, realize.’ Mike has received extensive training in the five limbs of yoga- proper exercise (physical asana), proper breathing (pranayama), proper diet (vegetarian), proper relaxation (savasana) and positive thinking and meditation (vedanta and dhyana). In addition, Mike is a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and a certified in sound healer. He and Lori host sound healing sessions together. Mike combines all of his formal training and personal experience to bring a unique approach of wellness to his clients. He believes in the theory of bio- individuality, which espouses that each person’s biological and physiological system is unique and requires an individualized plan of health and nutrition. He fuses physical activity, nutrition, and mental well- being to create a wellness plan that is best suited for each individual. Mike embodies the philosophy of consuming foods in their natural state, unaltered by processing and manufacturing. Much of the foods we consume in modern society are not real foods, but are “pseudo foods”. Mike believes in a food replacement plan versus food elimination plan and creates a simple diet of whole, healthy foods that are provided by the Earth. Mike’s non-threatening “simple man” demeanor makes his clients feel at ease and allows for a climate of authentic sharing.
We are elated to journey with you into the depths of this mystical land and together re-discover your sacred self-supported by the loving arms of Pachamama. Through communing with Her and each other, we will find our way home! We are here for you to answer any questions and will assist and support you every step of the way!
If you have any questions, or would like to reserve your spot, please email or call:
Lori at heal@sacredcrossing.com, 1-508- 360-6316 (USA)
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