The Purposeful Pause Retreat

Río Chirripó, Costa Rica | April 21-26, 2025

Slow down to accelerate.

The Purposeful Pause Retreat is for Leaders who understand the power of intentionality—they’re willing to create the space to clarify their ideas to have a bigger impact.

Every industry is experiencing an unprecedented amount of change, and the pace is accelerating. Business leaders know that leading through change requires intentionality, and yet many of us become overwhelmed by the day-to-day operational demands that get in the way of time for strategic thinking.

We’re dedicated to helping you create the space to pause, expand your thinking, and tap into new perspectives. Through tailored tools and frameworks, we’ll guide you in staying agile, focused, and ready to lead with intention, even amidst constant change. This retreat will empower you to reconnect, gain clarity, and move forward with renewed purpose.

Río Chirripó Lodge

Experience incredible views and absolute relaxation alongside the rejuvenating energy of the Chirripó River.

Hosted at the luxurious Rio Chirripo Lodge, this venue will be exclusively ours! With unique accommodations in standard rooms and deluxe private cabins, you’ll enjoy private spaces nestled in the mountains, complete with a balcony overlooking the jungle valley.

Food? Incredible! Picture three gourmet meals a day crafted from locally sourced, organic ingredients, plus a wake-up basket with fresh-pressed juice and pastries to start your morning right.

This retreat is intentionally small, with only 15 guests, creating space for meaningful connections and shared insights. Bringing a business colleague or supportive partner allows you to experience the benefits of accountability and deeper connection throughout the journey.

Your purposeful pause includes:

  • Six days and five nights accommodation

  • Three meals a day & wake-up basket with fresh juice and pastries

  • Daily movement practice, group workshop and social activity

  • Off-site hike and picnic in the Chirripó Mountains

  • Shuttle service to and from San Jose airport—a four hour trip through scenic mountain roads

  • Virtual retreat preparation call to meet the group and set the stage for your experience

  • Optional adaptability intelligence (AQ) assessment & insights report accompanied by a private coaching session during the retreat to guide your growth

Please note that flights are not included. Airport shuttles outside of the scheduled shuttle are also not included.

If you don’t see what you need here, please let us know! We can provide a number of add-ons and would love to customize this experience to your needs (i.e. support with planning travel logistics, audio visual content creation during the retreat).

Your Investment Options

$5,300

Single-occupancy, Standard Room

$4,600

Double-occupancy, Standard Room

$5,900

Single-occupancy, Deluxe Room

$5,200

Double-occupancy, Deluxe Room

All prices are listed in US Dollars (USD) and include taxes and services charges; insurance can also be purchased when you book your spot. Schedule a call with Sarah Nicole to learn more. Then if you’re excited to join, bookings will be made through our travel partner Wassermann Retreats, an affiliate of Direct Travel, 93 Main Street S, Georgetown, ON L7G 3E5, TEL 905.873.2000 ext. 1232,  susan@wassermannretreats.com TICO 50023504

Terms & Conditions

  • A Non-refundable deposit of $900.00 USD is required at time of booking.

  • Final payment is due by March 18, 2025 and is 100% non-refundable from final payment date to departure date.

  • Airfare is not included.

Meet Your Hosts

I’m Sarah Nicole, your retreat facilitator and founder of Optimal Affect! This experience is co-created in partnership with Richard and Priscila of Pure Routes by RFPMEDIA —showcasing events and retreats that inspire experience seekers on their journey to wellness.