Regenerative Cancer Retreat in Costa Rica
Dates February TBD
Let’s transform your subconscious beliefs
and immerse yourself in a new culture.
“The wound is the place where light enters you.”
~ Rumi ~
We will have the whole retreat center to ourselves. This retreat was specifically designed for those who have had cancer or have cancer to deepen their understanding that we have an incredible capacity for self-healing. Healing goes beyond disease. Healing through consciousness.
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Pamela Chambers
As I write this to you, my lifelong vision is here. Yes. I have had my own cancer journey, which is my inspiration. ~ Pamela Chambers is a National Certified Counselor, Life Coach, author, EMDR practitioner, trained in Mind Body Medicine and in herbal medicine. Pam has worked with Heather’s non-profit group for cancer patients, run gals run, for several years. Learn more at pamelachambers.com
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Elisa Fusi
Elisa is a molecular biologist, herbal practitioner, expert on shamanism, and ethnobotany. Elisa is a psycho-oncologist, which includes herbal remedies, alternative therapies in cancer, pain medicine, cancer stages, and communication. Elisa has on going investigation in folk medicine, ancestral rituals and medicine in indigenous cultures and hosts workshops all over the world. Learn more at alquimiahealingarts.com
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Antionette Van Belle
Antoinette is a certified Shiatsu therapist. Dru Yoga instructor and Holistic Life Coach. For the last 25 years she has run her private practice in Heart-centered Holistic Health in Holland, Spain and in Costa Rica as well as running her own yoga studio. Learn more at antoinettevanbelle.com
Seminars/Workshop/Somatic Work
A hypnotic place to connect, unwind, learn and play
DATES: TBD
LOCATION: Central Valley, Costa Rica
We are hosting a self-empowerment retreat in Costa Rica to clear away the dark clouds of the fears that loom above cancer patients and share a healing circle of community. We will lead the group to the plentiful herbal medicine forests of Costa Rica, in a gorgeous syntropic farm nested closed to Turrialba Vulcano, sorrounded by the midst of mountains. We’ll have a 30-acre farm only to ourselves, which is a fantastic deal.
Our hope for this retreat is to create a hypnotic place to connect with others and their cancer journeys, to relax, unwind, and learn. This will allow us to connect to the inner wisdom in all of us to allow our mind-body-soul to unify in our unique journey.
We are capping the retreat at only 10 participants to create an intimate, more personal experience, so space will sell out fast.
We want to hold a space of beauty, whilst nurturing self expression and inner peace, feeding the mind and activating the body
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Your Stay
You’ll get the opportunity to live in a magical space in the Central Valley of Costa Rica with a great biodiversity and climate. You’ll love the homey rooms with all the comforts, privacy, and spectacular mountain views. Most of the workshops and seminars will be hosted in the big conference room, while for the practical part will be discovering the forest paths, the temazcal and ceremonial areas.
The Flow of Days:
Antoinette will guide the Dru Yoga practice (mixture of asana, meditation, breath, mantra, freedom movement) at the wooden pavilion. Our meals will be farm to table, organic and freshly prepared with love and care by local people. Mornings are dedicated to learning and mind nurturing activities. Pamela and Elisa will present several seminars and workshops with different topics and we’ll have plenty of time for interactive talks, Q&A and playful moments.
After lunch we dive into somatic work, forest baths and ceremonies to celebrate the connection with nature and deepen the practice with plants. We’ll have a full afternoon for tailored EMDR sessions, Relaxation Techniques and Herbal Formulas, with personal advice and counseling. A free afternoon will give you the chance to explore the area, book a shiatsu massage with Antoinette, or simply relax in a swing.
What’s Included
Roundtrip Airport Transportation to/from the retreat
Personalized EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) sessions with Pamela
Personalized Herbal Formulas with Elisa
Relaxation Techniques with Antoinette
Natural Medicines and Alternative Therapies to support your cancer journey
Meditation balancing your physiology and psychology, to quiet the immune inhibiting fight/flight/freeze response.
6-Nights Accommodation (double occupancy or single room)
Daily Dru Yoga practice
Daily Breakfast, lunch & Dinner (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free upon request)
Transformational Workshops
Cacao Workshop and a sacred Cacao Ceremony
Temazcal ceremony
What’s Not Included
Roundtrip airfare to Costa Rica
Alcoholic beverages
Laundry services
Travel insurance
Transportation outside of the retreat
Shiatsu massage or other extra therapies not listed under inclusions.
Price
Per Person (double occupancy) $2,500.00
We recommend sharing a room with another participant. Single rooms are available with an additional fee.
Payments % Cancellation Policy
To reserve the retreat an $800 non-refundable deposit is required.
In case of cancellation it is possible to redirect your deposit to a later booking without additional fees.
The last payment should be done by January 2024.
We recommend to buy travel insurance, which will generally reimburse you for last minute cancellations due to personal emergencies.
Contact
For general inquiries inquiries/bookings email pamela@pamelachambers.com
For information about Costa Rica/lodgings & meals email to elisa.fusi@mail.com
For yoga/bodywork email to a.h.vanbelle@gmail.com
Frequently asked questions about a retreat
What is the food like….I have a dietary restriction?
All meals provided by hotel are health conscious and organic. They can accommodate any dietary restriction and goes above and beyond what is expected of a resort to provide for their guests.
What are the country entry requirements?
Your passport must be valid for a minimum of 3 months following your arrival to Costa Rica and you must have a return ticket to another country within 90 days of entry. At the time of writing, no visas are necessary if staying less than 90 days.
What is the Closest Airport?
The closest airport is the San Juan International Airport. The airport is approximately 2 1/2 hours from the Resort.
How Do I Get To the Resort?
Transportation to and from the airport is included in the room price you see above. Any other transportation you would like during your stay is additional and a driver can be scheduled directly through the resort.
Do I have to be in shape or experienced in any modality?
Absolutely not….all of our retreats are carefully designed to cater to every individual’s specific wants and needs.
What does the Itinerary look like?
Program:
Day ONE
Orientation and briefing with the team. Introductory workshop with Elisa and welcome tour to the farm.
Day TWO
Morning Meditation & Yoga with Antoinette
After Breakfast: A cancer journey workshop with Elisa.
Afternoon: Positive Living Workshop with Pamela/Alternatives in Cancer Treatments with Elisa and Medicinal Plants’ Tour.
Day THREE
Morning: Meditation & Yoga with Antoinette
After Breakfast: Natural medicine for cancer workshop with Elisa/Creative Visualization with Pamela.
Afternoon: Cacao Meditation and Journey with Elisa
Day Four
Morning: Meditation & Yoga with Antoinette
After Breakfast: EMDR Theory Workshop with Pamela/Herbal Formula Intro Workshop with Elisa
Afternoon: personalized EMDR, Relaxation Techniques, and Herbal Formulas on request.
Day FIVE
Morning: Meditation & Yoga with Antoinette
After Breakfast: Mind-Body Medicine Workshop with Pamela/Forest Bath with Antoinette.
Afternoon: Free time. Possibility to visit the surroundings or book a Shiatsu massage with Antoinette.
Day SIX
Morning: Meditation and Yoga with Antoinette
After Breakfast: Taking Care of your Soul Workshop with Pamela/Pain Medicine and Psychological Care with Elisa
Afternoon: Somatic Breathe Release + Active Meditation with Elisa/Q&A plus brainstorming.
Day SEVEN
Morning Meditation and Vagal Activation with Elisa
Breakfast, debriefing + closing ceremony
I’m traveling solo but want to book a shared room, what should I do?
We get asked this all the time, and to be completely honest, we love to see people traveling solo and grow their tribe. In the event you are traveling solo and would like to share a room with another participant, we will match you to the best of our ability.
99% of the time we are able to match you with someone of similar age, but in the unlikely event we cannot, we will reach out to you prior to making all the arrangements and explain all the possible options.
I can travel on my own. Why should I Attend A Retreat?
There is something very beautiful and unique about experiencing a new destination with a group of like-minded individuals. The cancer communities we are currently building all over the world have produced countless ideas and breakthroughs for our participants... companies may be formed, partnerships may be created, and life-long traumas may be released and healed.
If working with a group is not for you, we get it, but if you want to transform your life, experience everything the world has to offer, and create friendships and support groups that will last a lifetime then our retreats are for you!
Are Flights Included In The Cost Of The Retreat?
Unless otherwise noted, no they are not.
Our retreat has guests from all over the world, so flights are not included in the cost of the retreat. However, should a short flight between locations on one retreat be scheduled in the middle of a trip, that flight will be included, as all intra-retreat transport is included.
What is Travel Insurance and Do I need it?
The best way to protect yourself from any unforeseen circumstance is to purchase trip insurance. Good coverage can protect you if:
You cancel your participation in the retreat due to sickness or injury.
The retreat is canceled due to inclement weather, natural disaster, pandemic, or political upheaval.
Your luggage is lost, stolen, or delayed.
You become ill or need emergency medical care or repatriation.
We do not provide travel insurance, though, due to the past pandemic we now HIGHLY RECOMMEND all of our retreat participants purchase it to protect themselves and their investment. Your current insurance provider may offer travel insurance and may be able to bundle it with your current coverage. If you go through your current insurance provider confirm that their policy is "Cancel For Any Reason" as this includes COVID-19 related cancellations.
What if I get sick or injured on a retreat?
We take great care in designing our trips and only select the highest quality venues and providers so that you will not be placed at risk.
In the unlikely event of injury or illness, our retreats team will reach your emergency contact if necessary. Your travel insurance provider will also be able to provide guidance on where to receive medical care if required.
We are not liable for any injuries incurred whilst on one of our retreats.
Do You Offer Payment Plans?
We offer both Paid-In-Full and Payment Plan options for all of our retreats.
Payment Plans are only available if there are more than 30 days before the retreat start date as that is when all balances are due.
Should there be any spots still available within the 60-day window, Paid-In-Full is the only available option.
What are your Cancellation Terms?
If YOU cancel your retreat:
60 days prior to the start of the retreat you receive 100% credit toward another retreat within 12 months.
30-60 days prior to the start of the retreat, you receive 50% credit toward another retreat within 12 months, and forfeit the remainder.
0-30 days prior to the start of the retreat, you receive no refunds or credits.
If we cancel the retreat:
We have never had to cancel a retreat; however, if we ever do, we will refund you all deposits and payments you have paid. We cannot, however, compensate you for credit card fees, airfare, or travel costs incurred. In the unlikely event that the Retreats must cancel a retreat due to weather, natural disaster, pandemic, or political upheaval, we cannot guarantee a refund; it will depend on the Retreat receiving a refund from the venue or tour operator we work with.
To cover these risks, we highly recommend you purchase travel insurance.
I’d Like To Recommend A Future Destination or other ideas……?
We welcome and would absolutely love to hear your ideas! Please email pamela@pamelachambers.com to offer any ideas or suggestions.
I have another question….?
If your question was not answered above, please feel free to reach out to us at pamela@pamelachambers.com and we will respond shortly.
If you want to learn more, see this video introduction here.
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