Casa Om

Yoga shaped by a personal practice

Costa Rica Santa Teresa Beach paid

Rather than checking into a purpose-built retreat complex, guests at Casa Om share the personal yogic environment of teacher Cristina Kalyani’s home. The format is semi-private, with a focus on yoga, healthy living and practices intended to bring body, mind and soul into greater integration. Kalyani has studied and practised for more than 23 years, drawing on philosophy, science and ancient techniques in an approach she calls the Kalyani method. The experience is personal in scale: you come to practise within the rhythms and outlook of your host, rather than follow a publicly fixed timetable or a named traditional lineage. Organic meals are offered, with vegetarian, vegan and other dietary options, and accommodation can include private luxury villas. Santa Teresa’s beach-town setting adds a relaxed coastal backdrop to the retreat. Confirm dates, lodging and the retreat’s specific shape with the host before planning your trip.

Highlights

Semi-private retreats hosted in Cristina Kalyani’s own home
The Kalyani method, shaped by more than 23 years of study and practice
Organic meals with options including vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free
Accommodation arrangements that can include private luxury villas

Good for

Yoga practitionersSmall-group retreat guestsHealthy-living seekersTravelers drawn to personal, home-based retreats

Setting

Casa Om is in Santa Teresa, a Pacific-coast beach town in Puntarenas Province. The atmosphere is tropical and relaxed, with the coast and town life shaping the setting; the retreat itself takes place in Cristina Kalyani’s home rather than a separate campus.

The practice

Yoga is the main practice at Casa Om, with sessions shaped by Cristina Kalyani’s Kalyani method. It brings together ideas from different philosophies, science and ancient techniques, with an emphasis on awareness and integration of body, mind and soul. The center does not identify with a specific traditional lineage. Beginners can ask Kalyani whether a particular retreat suits their experience.

A typical day

Daily structure varies by retreat. The center does not follow a publicly fixed timetable, so ask the host what practices, meals and free time are planned for your dates.

Accommodation

Casa Om is based in Kalyani’s own home, and accommodation arrangements can also include private luxury villas. Ask the host which lodging options are available for your dates and how they fit with the retreat.

What to bring

Pack comfortable clothes for yoga, light breathable clothing and sun protection for Santa Teresa’s warm weather. The annual average temperature is about 25.9°C; if visiting in the wetter months, from June to October, bring a light rain layer.

Address Santa Teresa Beach, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

How to get there

From San José or Liberia, the center’s directions recommend a domestic flight to Cobano, followed by a roughly 30-minute taxi ride to Casa Om. Bus or rental car travel is also an option, with the journey taking about six hours.

Nearest airport: Nosara Airport (NOB) (65 km)

Nosara Airport (NOB), near Nicoya, is approximately 65 km from Casa Om. Arrange onward transport and confirm the route and pickup options with the center before travelling.

Nearest city: Nicoya

Public transport: Bus travel is an option, though the journey from San José or Liberia takes about six hours.

Languages

English

How to book

Contact Casa Om directly to ask about dates, accommodation and reservations.

Pricing

Retreats start at USD 1,850. Ask the host to confirm the retreat length, accommodation and what is included.

Climate

Climate Zone: Tropical

Best Months: Mar, Feb, Jan

Avoid: Oct, Jun, Jul

Santa Teresa is warm year-round, with an annual average temperature of about 25.9°C. February through April are among the warmest and driest months, while September through November are cooler and October is typically the wettest.

Location

Frequently asked questions

What is the daily schedule like at Casa Om?

The schedule varies by retreat rather than following a fixed public timetable. Ask the host for the daily plan for your dates.

Can I attend if I am new to yoga?

Ask Cristina Kalyani whether the retreat you are considering suits your experience level.

Can Casa Om accommodate dietary needs?

Organic meals are offered, with vegetarian, vegan, pescetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free and nut-free options listed. Confirm your needs with the host before booking.

How do I book, and what does the starting price include?

Contact Casa Om to ask about dates and reserve. Retreats start at USD 1,850; confirm the duration, accommodation and inclusions directly with the host.