salvatierra wellness retreat
threshold: a new year’s retreat
Playa Coyote, Costa Rica | December 28th, 2026-January 2nd, 2027
At the edge of the year, we pause. Between what has been and what has yet to take form. Between the calendar turning and the earth beginning again. Between release and emergence. There is a particular kind of wisdom available in this space. Winter does not ask us to bloom. It reminds us of the unseen work of becoming - the roots gathering strength beneath the surface, the quiet rearranging, the fertile pause before something is ready to be named.
THRESHOLD is an immersive New Year’s retreat devoted to this liminal space. Rather than rushing toward resolutions or asking who we need to become next, we gather on the beaches of Costa Rica to listen more closely to what is already moving within us. For six days, we’ll create space to be moved, nourished, cared for, expressed, and restored. Hosted by Sonali Krish and Kiana Ochoa, Threshold brings together movement, somatics, sound, music, creative practice, ritual, rest, nourishment, and celebration. This is an experience meant to be felt.
Mornings may begin slowly with meditation, somatic practice, or movement. Days open into reflection, creative exploration, ocean, rest, nourishing meals, and spaciousness. Evenings move through sound healing, immersive soundscapes, live instrumentation, ritual, restorative practice, and live DJ sets - allowing music and movement to become their own languages of integration.
Throughout the retreat, we’ll explore:
the liminal space between the calendar New Year and the emergence of spring
movement and somatic practices that bring us back into relationship with the body
sound healing, live instruments, and immersive soundscapes as spaces for listening and integration
dance, rhythm, and live DJ experiences that invite expression, play, and aliveness
creative practices that give shape to what cannot always be reached through words
ritual and reflection to honor what has ended, what has sustained us, and what we are carrying forward
nervous system nourishment through rest, nature, food, slowness, and being cared for
vision and intention that emerge from presence rather than pressure
There will be space to move and space to be still. Space to create and space to receive. Space to dance, listen, eat well, laugh, rest, swim, gather, and disappear into your own quiet for a while. We are not gathering to manufacture a new self because the calendar changed.
We are gathering at the threshold—to honor the person who arrived here, tend to what is still becoming, and make room for the next season to reveal itself in its own time.
No prior experience with yoga, meditation, somatics, or movement is required.
Come exactly as you are. The threshold asks only that you arrive.
Our Team
Sonali Krish
Somatic Practitioner | Retreat Host | Yoga Teacher | Sound Healing Practitioner | Founder of Sona Shala
Sonali Krish is the founder of Sona Shala, a golden sanctuary for embodied wellness devoted to helping people reconnect with themselves through nature, movement, ritual, sound, and community. Sonali weaves together somatic psychology, mindfulness, nervous system education, and ancient wisdom traditions to create experiences that are both grounding and transformative.
As the daughter of Indian immigrants, Sonali's work is deeply inspired by the intersection of culture, spirituality, and the universal human longing to belong. Her retreats invite participants to slow down, reconnect with the rhythms of nature, and remember the innate wisdom already living within them.
Known for her warm, intuitive presence, Sonali creates spaces where people can soften, breathe, laugh, reflect, and be witnessed in community. Through yoga, meditation, sound healing, somatic practices, creative exploration, and meaningful conversation, she guides others in returning home—not to a place, but to themselves.
Whether gathered beneath the Costa Rican jungle canopy, beside the ocean, or in circle with one another, her intention remains the same: to cultivate experiences that leave people feeling more connected to themselves, to one another, and to the natural world.
Kiana Ochoa
Embodiment Guide | Yoga Teacher | DJ | Facilitator
Kiana is an E-RYT 500 yoga teacher, facilitator, DJ, and space-holder devoted to creating transformative experiences through movement, music, and mindfulness. With more than 1,000 hours of training and thousands of classes taught, her work bridges yoga, nervous system regulation, sound, ritual, and creative expression.
Her approach is rooted in embodiment, guiding people back into relationship with themselves, with nature, and with the present moment. Whether through dynamic vinyasa, restorative practices, sound healing, or curated music journeys, Kiana creates spaces that invite both depth and play.
Known for her grounded presence and intuitive teaching style, she designs immersive containers for reflection, connection, and transformation. Blending philosophy, somatic awareness, and community, she supports others in navigating life's thresholds with greater trust, clarity, and aliveness.
At the heart of her work is an invitation: to live more deeply, love more fully, and nurture your nature.
what awaits you at salvatierra?
5 nights at the eco-luxury Salvatierra Retreat Center on Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula
Three nourishing, Blue Zone–inspired meals daily
Morning somatic yoga + meditation practices designed to regulate, not deplete
Visionwork workshops blending neuroscience, embodiment, and creative mapping
Samskara exploration and subconscious pattern awareness
Cacao ceremony + New Year’s ritual under the stars
Guided journaling + autonomic writing practices
Neuroplasticity and intention-setting grounded in nervous system science
Dance as activation - embodiment without performance
Daily sound baths to integrate and reset the body
Live DJ + sound healing
Ocean immersion + saltwater pool access
Spacious time for rest, reflection, and connection
Complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle from Liberia (LIR) at designated times
Optional bodywork sessions available on-site
THE EXPERIENCE
Threshold follows the natural rhythm of winter: slowing down enough to hear what is quietly emerging. Each day balances structured experiences with intentional spaciousness.
Morning
Movement, meditation, nervous system regulation, and grounding practices to begin the day in relationship with the body.
Midday
Workshops, reflective inquiry, creative expression, and opportunities to explore personal vision, values, and becoming.
Evening
Sound healing, ritual, community, integration, and practices designed to support rest and reflection.
This retreat is intentionally designed to honor both depth and delight - creating space for stillness, laughter, play, grief, celebration, and the full spectrum of being human.
pricing
Early bird pricing: $2,222 (shared room) or $2,777 (solo room.
Regular pricing: $2,777 (shared room) or $3,333 (solo room).
Payment plans available through Zelle or Venmo.
Please note: Flights are not included. You will need to coordinate and purchase your own flight. Participants are responsible for their own travel to and from Costa Rica, including airfare and any accommodations needed before the retreat. Group shuttle transportation to and from Salvatierra will be offered at designated times from the Liberia (LIR) area. We recommend arriving in Liberia the day prior to the retreat to allow for ease, rest, and any unexpected travel delays.
Book here or inquire below.
