Sound Healing Training retreat
Nosara, Costa Rica: June 1st-7th, 2024
* SOLD OUT *
Become a sound healer in 2024! Join us for a week long sound healing training retreat in the jungle of Nosara, Costa Rica. This is a 7 day immersive training and certification experience with 2 successful sound healers: Tess Palma-Martinez and Kate Schofield. With sound healing becoming more popular it is important to connect even more deeply with what it truly means to be a healer. In this 50 hour certification retreat you will be surrounded by nature, taken care of by a 5 star resort and immersed in learning from your hosts, guest facilitators and local healers. You will connect with and embody your inner healer! Each day will be filled with Pura Vida. Slow down, reset and expand. Anchor into your unique frequency as a healer with integrity. This experience and jungle will change you, forever.
Open for international guests and local residents!
curriculum:
The Science of Sound Healing: how different frequencies interact with the body and can create radical health improvements
Music theory, musical scales, and harmonization: understand how music works in order to create optimal soundscapes
Holding space: learn how to anchor energy as the facilitator while being trauma informed
Experience various instruments used in Sound Healing and how to play them. *A minimum of 3 singing bowls are required
The Chakra system: how each note interacts, supports and encourages vitality
Meditation practices to access the subconscious
Conduct private/group/corporate sessions of various sizes
Craft your unique style as a Sound Healer
Work with supporting modalities and tools to enhance your practice: restorative yoga, meditation, yoga nidra, astrology, divination tools
Cleansing practices to maintain your energy channel
Set up and facilitate virtual soundbaths
Insure and travel with your instruments
Business support for beginning your sound healing practice
About your hosts:
Tess Palma-Martinez is a sound healer, yoga teacher, manifestation expert, and founder of Completely Golden, based in Nosara, Costa Rica. Tess’ Medicinal Sound Healing is a method she developed which combines hypno-meditation and somatic body practices with deeply nourishing sound healing frequencies. She uses Crystal Tones singing bowls, which are the highest grade instruments, offering a pure harmonic frequency for incredible effects on the body, mind and spirit. She started her journey as a sound healer after a miraculous healing from PCOS and Endometriosis through the frequencies of sound! Tess has facilitated sound baths for Converse, Sony Picture Studios, Surya Spa, private sessions with many A-List Celebrities, and more.
Kate Schofield is an international sound healer, based in Los Angeles, CA with a dedication to the art of healing through sound. Over the past decade, Kate has immersed herself in various modalities, becoming a skilled practitioner of vocal toning, meditation, Yoga Nidra, and various forms of energy work. Her 10 year journey has been a continuous exploration, both in training and embodying these liberation practices. Kate’s passion is helping others remember their unique sound and resonance. She stands at the intersection of tradition and innovation, using sound as a medium to heal not only individuals but also to inspire collective healing and social change.
Tess and Kate are originally from Upstate NY, but met as sound healers while living in Los Angeles, CA. Their spark of sisterhood has led to many opportunities and their energy has been poured into this training retreat. You will witness collaboration at its finest and walk away with life long soul connections.
What’s Included:
7 days/6 nights at an all-inclusive 5 star resort in the jungle of Nosara, Costa Rica
On-site breakfast, lunch and dinner (Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free, and Sugar Free options available)
Shuttle transportation to and from the airport (Liberia International Airport)
50 hours of immersive, in-person training
Daily sound, meditation and movement classes with your hosts and special guest teachers
Additional sound healing instruments to practice and purchase, as desired (they can be shipped to your home)
Cacao Ceremony with local Costa Rican healers
Nature Immersion Waterfall Hike
Sound Healer certification
Sound Healing study book + journal
How To Create A Spiritual Practice Workbook
Etheric Tuning weighted tuning fork
retreat location info:
Bodhi Tree Resort is located in Nosara, Costa Rica. Part of the Nicoya Peninsula, Nosara is one of the 5 remaining Blue Zones on the planet. It is known for its lush jungle that is home to howler monkeys, tropical flowers, white sandy beaches, and the warm Pacific Ocean. Bodhi Tree is an all-inclusive resort, just minutes from the famous Playa Guiones.
Balinese-inspired grounds and accommodations redefine comfort and luxury, allowing you to focus and deepen into your training, while enjoying a sanctuary unlike any other in Costa Rica. Bodhi Tree Resort was designed with the Pura Vida lifestyle in mind, allowing you to flow with nature and build community.
Bodhi Casita shares 2 queen beds, while the Treetop room hosts a private queen bed.
Training Schedule:
Saturday, June 1st- Bienvenido (Welcome)
Sunday, June 2nd- History + Science
Monday, June 3rd- Experience
Tuesday, June 4th- Energy
Wednesday, June 5th- Healer
Thursday, June 6th- Embodiment
Friday, June 7th- Hasta Luego (Departure)
Daily Schedule:
7am Morning movement and meditation
8am Group breakfast (Optional)
9-12pm Lesson
12:30pm Group lunch (Optional)
1-4:30pm Free time
4:30-6pm Evening sound ceremony + Group Discussion
6:30pm Group dinner (Optional)
Free time
*Schedule will vary slightly day to day.
The start of the retreat on June 1st will begin with a group dinner at 6pm (check-in is 2pm- feel free to hang by the pool or explore town if you arrive early). The end of the retreat on June 7th will finish at 11am, for check-out. The final morning is light, as flight times may require an early departure.
The Investment:
Commuter: $2,850 (Non-locals who will to stay off-site. All meals, training and excursions are included. Housing + transportation is not included)
SOLD OUT
Local Resident: $2,200 (This is for local resident Ticos, who live full time in Nosara, Costa Rica. All meals, training and excursions are included. SOLD OUT
On-Site Bodhi Tree Resort rooms are SOLD OUT.
FAQs + Requirements:
No previous experience needed! Whether you are new to the world of alternative healing, or looking to incorporate new modalities in your work, all are welcome. This training can be for personal growth and exploration, or to expand your offerings as a healer.
A minimum of 3 singing bowls with a travel case are required for this training. They can be your choice of crystal bowls. Please ask for any help in choosing the right bowls for you. We can help you find Crystal Tones bowls, or a more affordable Training Set. If you are bringing the minimum 3 bowls, please bring bowls that skip at least one note between (ex: ACE, BDF, CEG, DFA, EGB, FAC, or GBD). Flying with your singing bowls is very easy! You simply take them as your personal item, in their travel case, on the plane and store them in the overheard compartment. Both Tess and Kate have flown many times, internationally, with sets of Crystal Tones bowls and none have ever broken!
We offer Payment Plans! You can either pay in full, or via payment plan as long as you are fully paid within 6 weeks prior to the retreat (Monday, April 29th, 2024). When you click the “Book” link above, it will bring you to a payment page where the initial 25% deposit is due. This will register you for the retreat and secure your room. It will also show you how much the remaining balance is. Once someone has paid the deposit, we follow up with them directly, via email, supplying an ongoing payment link. Some people are paying in full the same day, by making the remaining payment through that link. While others are making multiple payments through the link, or a combination of Venmo/PayPal. Just let us know what your payment plan is. We will create an ongoing email thread to keep track of your payments, continue to answer questions and provide future information about the retreat details!
Cancellations are non-refundable. If you must cancel, your payments can be used as credit for a future training or retreat date within 12 month, as long as you provide notice at least 60 days in advance. After 60 days will not qualify for a credit. If the retreat is cancelled on behalf of the hosts, you will receive a full refund of the cost of your retreat booking. However, we are not responsible for any additional costs/losses incurred on behalf of the traveler (airfare, travel insurance, etc).
What is not included? Airfare- including any local transfer flights, spa services, juice bar/alcohol/speciality menu purchases, additional Bodhi classes or excursions, extended accommodations outside of the retreat dates, personal singing bowls and other sound healing equipment.
Flight Information: You will need a valid passport with expiration date at least 6 months from your trip. You also need proof of a return/departing flight no more than 6 months from entry. The nearest international airport is Liberia International Airport - LIR (3 hour group shuttle ride included in rate). For faster arrival, you can purchase a flight via hopper plane to bring you directly to Nosara Airport (20 minutes outside of town), then a tuk tuk to the resort (the tuk tuk will be covered, but the hopper flight is not). Check out SANSA airlines and Nature Air for this option. Group shuttles will be arranged in groups based on other guest arrivals.
Shuttle service will be provided from Liberia Airport to the resort, and back to Liberia airport for departure. Shuttles will be grouped based on guest arrivals. If you arrive early or depart after the retreat, your shuttle is covered for one extra day. Example: If you arrive Friday, May 31st (one day before the start of the retreat) your shuttle will be provided. If you arrive Thursday, May 30th (2 days prior) you will be responsible for your own transportation. Same for the end of the retreat. If you fly out Saturday, June 8th (one day after the end of the retreat) your shuttle will be provided. If you fly out 2 or more days after the end of the retreat, you will be responsible for your own transportation. Shuttles are not provided for those flying into San Jose International Airport. If this is the only option for arrival, please consider a hopper plane to connect you to Nosara Airport, as a shuttle will be at least 6 hours.
Traveler’s Insurance: This is not required, but can be helpful. You can read more about it, HERE. You may also consider Traveler’s Health Insurance if you current insurance does not cover out of country.
Weather/Environment: Nosara, Costa Rica is a tropical jungle. It is very hot, humid, with intermittent rain and muddy dirt roads- embrace the elements! Pack light, airy clothes rather than thick, skin tight clothes (think cotton shorts/skirts vs. full-length spandex leggings or dresses). It is 100% normal and acceptable to only wear a bathing suit! Some people prefer to cover up with a sunga/wrap/short dress, while I prefer to wear cotton spandex bike shorts as I don’t like the feeling of loose fabric on my hot skin. Water shoes/sandals are best- Keen Hiking Sandals are fantastic, or plastic Birkenstock style slides. Flip flops will suffice, but can be slippery when walking and are not ideal for jungle excursions. Pack sunscreen and eco-friendly bug spray, as desired. A waterproof backpack or fanny pack will also make things easier. The resort supplies bath and beach towels, shampoo/conditioner/soap- please bring all other desired toiletries. Please bring a water bottle to keep yourself hydrated, and consider bringing a pack of electrolytes! Because of the heat it is easy to become dehydrated- your body will adjust within a couple days. There is filtered water available at the resort and most places around town.
For your phone- You are welcome to enroll in an international plan while you are here, however utilizing wifi will absolutely suffice. You will simply keep your phone on airplane mode, enable wifi calling and then connect to the wifi at the resort. All restaurants and shops have free wifi around town, so you never have to worry about being stranded. You can also download the app WhatsApp, as this only uses internet data to communicate- text, calls and video chats. This is what everyone uses here in Costa Rica and if you need to communicate with the resort, your retreat hosts or any locals you will need to utilize WhatsApp.
Local shopping and dining is within walking distance of the resort, including an organic food market and Amazon tech store.
For more information about traveling to Costa Rica, airport logistics, vacationing in Nosara, local hostels/hotels, currency, nearby excursions and towns you can access my Nosara Travel Guide for $8 via Substack!
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