Kindred Spirits @horses.yoga

Meet horses through presence and respect

Costa Rica Cocles paid

Here, the horses are not there to be ridden or made to perform. Kindred Spirits brings people and horses together through Equine Yoga and Aligned Horsemanship, with an emphasis on attention, mutual respect, and nervous-system regulation. The horses live at liberty in a spacious natural setting, so encounters are shaped around relationship rather than control. Between sessions, the Caribbean-coast property offers an open-air yoga shala, simple natural living spaces, and a jungle atmosphere with the ocean close by. Meals are plant-based and gluten-free, prepared by Argentine chef Virginia with seasonal and local ingredients; the menu may range from curries and lasagna to arepas and pancakes. This is a grounded retreat space rather than a resort, suited to guests curious about a more attentive way of relating to animals and the natural world. Retreat dates, schedules, and rates vary, so check with the center before planning your stay.

Highlights

Horses live at liberty in a spacious natural setting
Equine Yoga and Aligned Horsemanship center relationship over control or performance
An open-air yoga shala set amid jungle
Seasonal plant-based, gluten-free cooking by Argentine chef Virginia

Good for

yoga practitionershorse loversnature loverscurious beginnersplant-based travelers

Setting

The retreat space sits amid jungle on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast, close to the ocean. An open-air yoga shala and natural living spaces keep the atmosphere simple and connected to the land, while the horses move freely in a spacious setting.

The practice

Equine Yoga and Aligned Horsemanship invite people to meet horses with attention and respect rather than trying to control or ride them. At Kindred Spirits, practice centers on presence, mutual awareness, and noticing how the interaction affects both human and horse. Beginners can approach the work as relationship-building rather than a test of riding skill; ask the center what a first session involves.

A typical day

Daily timing varies by retreat, so confirm the schedule before booking. The experience may include time in the open-air shala and attentive sessions with the horses, with meals and pauses for rest in the natural surroundings. The center does not publish a standard wake-up, class, or lights-out schedule.

Accommodation

Guests stay in natural living spaces, with air conditioning in rooms, Wi-Fi, and towels listed among the amenities. Specific room types and occupancy details are not stated; ask the center about lodging options for your retreat dates.

What to bring

Bring comfortable clothes for yoga and time outdoors, along with shoes suitable for walking on natural ground. The average temperature is about 25°C, so pack light layers and rain protection, especially in the wetter months of June, July, and November.

Website kindredspirits.yoga

Address C. Olé Caribe, Limón, Cocles, Costa Rica

How to get there

From San José, the center recommends a shared shuttle directly to the property, a journey of about five hours. Another option is a domestic flight to Limón International Airport followed by an approximately one-hour drive with a private driver. Detailed directions are provided after booking.

Nearest airport: Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport (CHX) (31 km)

Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport is approximately 31 km from the center. Confirm local transfer arrangements with the center before booking your flight.

Nearest city: Changuinola

Public transport: Public buses are an option, but the center does not recommend public transport for this journey.

Languages

English

How to book

Contact the center through its website to ask about dates and make a reservation.

Pricing

Retreats are paid, but rates and inclusions are not listed here. Ask the center for current pricing.

Interested in this center? Check availability and upcoming retreats on their official site.

Visit Kindred Spirits @horses.yoga website

Climate

Climate Zone: Tropical

Best Months: Mar, Oct, Aug

Avoid: Nov, Jul, Jun

The annual average temperature is about 25°C, with warmer months including May, August, and September. Rainfall is highest in June, July, and November, while March, August, and October are among the drier months; bring light rain protection year-round.

Location

Frequently asked questions

Do guests ride the horses?

The work is not centered on riding or performance. Horses are approached as sentient partners, with an emphasis on respectful interaction and mutual awareness.

Can I take part if I am new to yoga or horsemanship?

The practice is framed around presence and relationship rather than riding skill. Ask the center about the right retreat and session format for a first visit.

What kind of food is served?

Meals are plant-based and gluten-free, prepared by Argentine chef Virginia with seasonal and local ingredients. Ask the center about menus and any additional dietary needs.

How do I get to the retreat space?

The center recommends a shared shuttle from San José, around five hours to the doorstep. You can also fly from San José to Limón and continue with a private driver; detailed directions are shared after booking.

How do I check dates, schedules, and rates?

Contact the center through its website to ask about current retreat dates, daily plans, prices, and reservation details.