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The Writer’s Retreat Nosara, Costa Rica September 20-27, 2025
$2,975.00 Add to cart This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageSeptember 20-27, 2025.
The Writer’s Retreat. The Beach House, South Playa Guiones, Nosara, Costa Rica
Join Ash and Liz at a sweet retreat spot, at the edge of the high tide on South Guiones. There is nothing like moving and breathing from the private rancho and stepping out onto a beach that stretches for miles.
Join breathwork facilitator Ashley Ludman and literary agent Elizabeth Kracht to study writing craft, connect with fellow writers, make progress on your work, and enjoy a beautiful beachfront property in Costa Rica. Here, we will support a positive and close-knit community where writers will participate in a daily writing workshop given by Elizabeth Kracht coupled with the morning movement and contemplative focus and afternoon breathwork.
You will be able to submit 50 pages of your work in progress for evaluation to Elizabeth a month prior to the retreat and receive a one-hour consultation to get laser focused and answer any publishing questions.
Experience a curated experience in the Green Season of 2025 that is designed for an intimate group of 5.
The schedule has been created for you to have equal parts structure and space to enjoy a personalized experience. Reset your inner balance with additional options of bodywork, energy work, long walks on the beach or just resting in the hammock. We have created the space for you to create something special for yourself.
Hold your space early as these retreats are guaranteed to sell out. Message Ash privately for options to stay 2 or 3 weeks.
Retreats include lodging, meals and all group classes. Not included are transport to and from the retreat house, additional bodywork services, one meal out per week and gratuities.
Please schedule an inquiry call to answer any questions about The Beach House Retreats.
Schedule:
7am Movement Inquiry and Meditative Focus
Post Movement Smoothie/Fruit and Light Breakfast
9am Writer’s Workshops with Liz
1pm Lunch
Free space for writing/bodywork
4pm Breathwork at the Edge
6:30 Dinner
Evening sessions to be announced.
Private Room/Private Bath $2975 (Early Registration Prior to May 15, 2025) Late Registration, add $150 (5 available)
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Valle Crucis NC Retreat 2024
$1,350.00 Add to cartThe Connection Retreat
August 21-26, 2024
Blue Ridge Mountains
Valle Crucis, North CarolinaConnection is core to being human.
Connection to self…to others…to the sacred within the mundane…to nature…to possibilities…to creative expression…to honoring past, present and becoming inspired to create into future is what The Connection Experience is all about.
Valle Crucis Conference Center
We are excited to welcome Dhamaru back to the apple barn to experience live music through our week. Be stimulated by Chuck Wood’s percussion grooves joined by the masterful creativity of Colin Allured on the Sitar, Sarode and special guest instruments.
We will be jammin it out and moving through the week supported by the present creation that arises in the moment. Your presence will be a part of the bigger tapestry of what emerges.
Daily schedule.
7am Yoga/Movement in Apple Barn, Writing Group on Porch of Inn or choose to enjoy the alone space as you wish.
8am Breakfast
9:30-noon Movement, Breath, Energy Medicine Experiencing12om Lunch
Free Space
4pm Yoga, Movement inquiry and breath meditations6pm Dinner
Evening Events post dinner announced at the retreatPlease note that upon making commitment to your space in the retreat, all fees are non-refundable, only transferable to an alternate program.
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Valle Crucis, NC Retreat 2025
$930.00 Add to cartAugust 21-24, 2025 | Valle Crucis, North Carolina
Come home to yourself in the sacred stillness of the Blue Ridge Mountains.Step away from the noise and into the nourishing calm of Valle Crucis, NC, where nature, breath, and community come together to support your transformation.
This spring retreat is an invitation to reset your nervous system, soften your body, and reconnect with your deeper wisdom. Whether you’re looking to recalibrate, receive guidance, or simply rest, this experience offers space to unplug, realign, and return to what matters most.
What You’ll Experience
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Daily Breathwork & Embodiment Sessions
Ground your energy and expand your awareness through guided breathwork, movement, and somatic practices. -
Nature as Healer
Soak in the restorative energy of the mountains with time outdoors, stillness, and organic connection to the land. -
Sacred Circle & Integration
Share space with a supportive community of seekers and space-holders. Receive what you need, offer what you can. -
Delicious Nourishment
Enjoy lovingly prepared meals that honor your body and support your process.
Venue: The Valle Crucis Conference Center
A peaceful, historic property nestled on sacred Cherokee land—surrounded by trails, creeks, quiet meadows, and mountain views. Shared accommodations in the Historic Inn create cozy, intentional connection.
This Retreat Is For You If…
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You’re craving space to breathe, feel, and reset
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You want to reconnect to your body’s wisdom
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You’re navigating transition, initiation, or burnout
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You hold space for others and are ready to receive support
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You long to be in community with real people, in real presence
Check out our schedule here:
Arrival Thursday, August 21 4pm.Evening Connection session following dinner (Inn)Friday/Saturday6am Coffee/Tea time on the Porch7am Yoga with Ash8am Breakfast9:30-noon Movement, Breath, Meditation and live music with Ash and Colinnoon LunchOptional Community Art projects that will be ongoing will be announced in our first night session*** Book a private music session, bodywork therapy or massage! Or just chill out overlooking the valley in a rocking chair on the porch.4pm Yoga (Restoration) with Ash (lots of hands-on assists will be included!)6pm DinnerEvening sessions both nights will be announced as we create some special experiences for you.Sunday6am Coffee/Tea time7am Labyrinth Meditation8am Breakfast10-11:30 final practice/closing circle.Check out (Please have everything packed by 10am and suitcases down in the meeting room of the inn.$930 for Shared Accommodation in the Inn. If you need special accommodations (lower level, private room/subject to availability), please contact Ashley directly at [email protected]. -
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Women’s Breathwork Circle
Add to cartWomen’s Breathwork Circle 2025 | Spring Cycle
Connection to yourSELF of the Future
the Circle of Women is designed as a weekly pause and recalibration. We welcome you to join us from the comfort of your own space and receive support through breath and connection. The weekly practice is curated for theme that may be emerging within the moments of the season. In this practice, the general focus is downregulation of the nervous system so that the meditative and contemplative state may be easier accessed.
The Spring season aligns us to the wood element in the 5 element theory practices. Wood represents the beginning of growth and expansion.
The practices of this season’s sessions will focus on nourishing the organs of the liver (yin) and gallbladdar (yang), and remind us to find supportive expressions of intense emotions such as anger and frustration.
All classes are recorded. You may log in here to join us on Monday evenings at 7pm ET. (The session recording will be uploaded to the WhatsApp group.)
Choose also to connect with the Circle of Women through our WhatsApp group for an ongoing conversation of wisdom, connection and support. This is optional, but an amazing way to stay accountable and support others through the daily waves of life.
Themes of the Spring Cycle: Nourishing the liver and gallbladdar meridians, Wood Element for setting the foundation for growth and expansion. Strengthening the Channel to live in your center, Tuning into Future Self and living “As If,” Birth a New Project/Ritual/Self Care practice, Life Choices to Strengthen the Wood Element. Conscious expression of emotions for clarity.
December 23-February 24. Mondays at 7pm ET Please submit (New Client Intake Form) upon registering for the cycle.
All sessions are donation basis. Donate here: For a venmo donation.
Please note that this season of the Circle of Women is by donation. If you would like to join our Whatsapp Notifications, message Ashley on WhatsApp @ +506 8305 6464 and we will add you to our group, or click above for the group link.
Message Ashley at [email protected] for the zoom link if you can join us!
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Writer’s Retreat The Beach House, Nosara, Costa Rica October 4-10, 2025
$2,025.00 – $2,175.00 Add to cart This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageJoin Ash at The Beach House, at the edge of the ocean on South Guiones, Nosara, Costa Rica. Just steps from your private room, you will find our world famous beaches of Playas Guiones and Pelada, that stretch for miles.
October 4-10 is a special retreat to welcome writers of all genres. The practice of writing necessitates space and nourishment and this week will give you that and more. Enjoy daily breathwork, movement, curated meals, and time to write just steps from the ocean. We guarantee that this will be a game changer for your personal inspiration.
Retreat include lodging, all classes, meals. Not included are transport to and from the retreat house, additional bodywork services, one meal out per week and gratuities.
Each curated experience in the Green Season of 2025 is designed for a small group of 5. Hold your space early as these retreats are guaranteed to sell out. Message Ash privately for options to stay 2 or 3 weeks.
Please schedule an inquiry call to answer any questions about The Beach House Retreats for 2025.
Private Room/Private Bath $2025 (Early Registration Prior to April 1, 2025 Late Registration, add $150 (5 available)
Because of the limited space in this experience, please note that your investment is non-refundable. Consider trip insurance when registering.
