Yoga Teacher Training: Benefits Beyond Teaching

Yogi Aaron assisting a yoga student with half moon pose in Blue Osa's yoga shala in Costa Rica.

Are you passionate about yoga and looking to take your practice to the next level?  In this article, you’ll learn about: Taking a yoga teacher training (YTT) can be a transformative experience for those aspiring to become yoga teachers and for individuals seeking personal growth and self-discovery. Imagine traveling to an exclusive oasis in Costa…

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The Best Costa Rica Yoga Retreats in 2025: Top Picks for Every Level

How to Choose the Best Yoga Retreat: 5 Great Tips

Are you looking for the perfect Costa Rica yoga retreat in 2025? You’re in the right place! Whether you dream of a yoga vacation where you can hear ocean waves crashing from your Down Dog… …or you simply want to relax with other health-minded individuals so that you return home refreshed and rejuvenated… …a yoga…

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Blues Oasis: The Place To Embrace Grief

mangrove kayak tour || eco-tour adventure || Blue Osa Yoga Retreat

Carly arrived at Blue Osa with one goal in mind. She wanted to feel something again. She experienced the unthinkable at the young age of 32 when she lost her husband in a tragic accident, catapulting her into grief and pain she could not explain. Many people come to Blue Osa to heal. And Carly’s…

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5 Reasons To Book a Week-Long Yoga Vacation in Beautiful Costa Rica

Exotic beach in Costa Rica with palm trees and turquoise blue water.

If you’re struggling to fit yoga into your routine, a relaxing yoga vacation in Costa Rica might be the glorious respite you need.  Swaying palms and gently lapping waves. Fresh and nourishing home-cooked meals. An open-air yoga studio with treetop views where playful monkeys and colorful toucans pass by daily.  Sound dreamy? The right yoga…

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What Causes Tight Muscles?

Woman Stretching Hamstrings

“Why are my muscles so tight even when I stretch daily?” It’s a question I regularly hear from my students. I understand the frustration. From a young age, we hear that tightness is bad, flexibility is good, and stretching is how we improve our range of motion.  There’s just one problem… If you’re dealing with…

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Best Yoga Poses After Sitting All Day

Happy Baby - Best Yoga Poses for Sitting

Chances are, if you’re reading this, you are probably sitting. Or at least spent a large majority of the day sitting…Sitting while on your commute to the office, sitting at your desk and then sitting while watching television. If this sounds like you then perhaps you could benefit from some restorative yoga for sitting.  Our…

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Why Are Vacations Important?

Life can be challenging – we all know this. With so much going on in today’s society it can be hard to take a step back and reflect on where these challenges are coming from. From busy work lives to chaotic weekends, there are many reasons why you may believe that taking time off could…

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