Costa Rica: Professional Development & Multisport
Join internationally recognized business coach, trainer, and author, Barry Braun
Workshops on the beach, in the forest and at beachside inns. Bike rides with options to surf, yoga, fish, swim, hike, & relax. Wildlife is abundant.
It’s like we have an internal MAP that guides us to our success, but also keeps us from reaching more.
Get out of your own way. Discover the Freedom to Be Extraordinarily Effective.
Join me for eight days of adventure and exploration as we make friends, experience an ancient part of the world and open up to the possibility to have Freedom to Be Extraordinarily Effective. Each day we ride a little, explore our natural surroundings a little, play or relax a little and spend a little time uncovering the Freedom to be Extraordinarily Effective.
To paraphrase Audre Lorde’s famouse quote. ‘When we dare to be powerful When we dare to be I AM in the service of others It becomes less and less important whether we are afraid.’
Courage and freedom from fear are found in authenticity - where being who we were born to be becomes more important. The power of effectiveness is rooted in authenticity.
The Plan:
Day 1: Arrival D
Pickup at Daniel Odubar airport in Liberia, for transfer to your first seaside retreat at Playa Junquillal. Test your bike for tomorrow’s ride, go for a dusk horseback ride on the beach, or a hike, then unwind over a simple dinner before:
OPENING SPACE: Evening workshop. Uncluttering space and noticing the sense of authenticity that powers effectiveness.
Hotelito Sisisi, www.hotelitosisisi.com; or
Hotel Guacamaya Lodge, www.guacamayalodge.com; Playa Junquillal
Day 2: Cycling to Nosara ~34km (21mi) BLD
This is spectacular start, riding on rough roads with very minimal traffic, touching several beaches along the way, including Ostional Beach Wildlife Refuge, where dozens, sometimes thousands of turtles come ashore nightly to lay eggs. This is the only place in the world where there a legal harvest of turtle eggs is sometimes allowed for a short period each moon. It helps the local community, prevents poaching, and enhances productivity. It also inspires lively debate between scientists and fishermen. You are very likely to see nesting turtles here, and can re-visit the beach at night to see them in abundance. Finish in the cowboy town of Nosara.
AWARENESS starts to open our eyes to how we have gotten in our own way and that it is possible to step out of our way. How did we get in our way in the first place?
Harmony Hotel; www.harmonynosara.com; Nosara
Day 3: Nosara. B
Start the day with an optional canopy tour – perhaps the best in Costa Rica, with a waterfall and fantastic views over the Pacific. Explore three beaches by bike, or on foot, do yoga at the Nosara Institute or at your hotel, or simply relax before:
WE ARE A SURVIVAL MACHINE: How we are designed to be a very efficient survival machine and how we can go beyond survival to destiny.
Same lodging
Day 4: Cycling to Samara ~31km (19mi) BL
Morning ride to Samara, with a stop at Playa Garza where a coral reef protects the crescent bay and its broad, white-sand beach. Take a break under the palm trees and have a refreshing plunge before finishing your ride to Sámara. This laid-back town is one of the biggest along this ride, and provides many fine options for dinner.
STEP OUT OF SURVIVAL: How we can get control of our behaviour and move beyond survival.
Villas Kalimba, www.villaskalimba.com; or
Hotel Sámara Beach, Sámara, www.hotelsamarabeach.com
Day 5: Sámara. B
Morning hike, or optional horse ride to waterfalls with three cataracts and wonderful swimming. There are many choices for optional activity this afternoon, including canopy tours, sport fishing, scuba, sea-kayak, and surf – an easy introduction thanks to the coral reef protecting the beach. There is an authentic feel in this picturesque town as many Ticos spend holidays and run excellent restaurants here.
STEP INTO AUTHENTICITY: Going past survival to Effectiveness, discover Authenticity, the power behind Effectiveness and meaning.
Same lodging
Day 6: Cycling to Playa San Miguel ~30km (18mi) BLD
A few inland roads with one notable climb.
Today you can savour the tropical delights of Costa Rica’s finest and less visited beaches as you make your way from Sámara to Playa San Miguel. This beach is known for white sand and tranquil waters - a seldom visited coast full of wildlife and perfect for long beach walks and beautiful sunsets.
Creating Space: Expand the space around ‘I AM’ and discover the opportunities for being Extraordinarily Effective.
Hotel Cristal Azul, www.cristalazul.com, Playa San Miguel; or upgrade to Hotel Punta Islita; www.hotelpuntaislita.com, Islita ($200pp extra per night; ride reduced by 9km)
Day 7: Playa San Miguel. BD.
A day at one of the nicest beaches in Costa Rica, with options to surf, ride horses, sea-kayak, yoga, or relax. If you like long beach bike rides, the route south toward Mal Pais is fantastic, and we can drive you one-way if you like!
DARE TO DREAM: How effective do you want to be?
Same lodging
Day 8: Departure. B Optional early morning ride, with pickup enroute for transfer to Liberia airport, 2.5 hours drive.
The Details:
| Start: | Liberia airport, day one. |
| Finish: | Liberia airport, noon, day eight |
| Route Notes: | Short rides on roads that are sometimes hilly and rough. Mountain bikes are strongly recommended. Optional activities have varying requirements for fitness; surfing requires strong swimming ability; canopy tours require comfort with heights. |
| Guided Cost: | C$3995 US$4195 (per person, includes 8 days, 7 nights, 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners, vehicle transfers, luggage handling, van and guide support, maps and route notes) This is professional development and may qualify for tax deductions – check with your accountant. |
| Single Occupancy: | C$685 US$715 |
| Bicycle Rental: | Mountain Bike: $225 |
| 2010 Guided Dates: | Oct 30-Nov 6 (customized trip & professional development program with Barry Braun - Pathways to Success; call for details); Call 800-672-0775 for guaranteed departures, updates or to add a new departure. |
All details and pricing are subject to change without notice.
