Engage in our specially curated workshops designed to nourish your mind, body, and spirit. Each workshop is an opportunity for personal growth and holistic wellbeing.
Add an excursion to your custom made retreat to take advange of all this beautiful area has to offer!
We believe that healing also means reconnecting with the sense of playfulness we often lose as we grow up. This creative spark that lives within all of us is something we gently invite back to life on the healing path.
For us, using our hands, engaging our imagination, or simply sharing a moment to discover something new are all essential parts of the journey.
We offer a variety of workshops to support you in reconnecting with your inner child and meeting that natural thirst for creativity.
Have you ever felt a knowingness deep within, but hesitated to trust it? This experiential workshop, is designed to ignite your confidence in your own intuitive abilities. Denise will guide you through the fundamentals of tapping into your innate intuitive abilities, unlocking the power of your psychic senses and harnessing your inner wisdom for personal growth and guidance.
In a safe and supportive space, you'll engage in playful exercises like:
Psychometry: Connect with the energy of loved ones in spirit by holding objects infused with their presence. Learn to interpret emotional imprints and gain valuable insights. (Please bring 2 small, personal items, ideally made of metal.)
Energy Beaming: Experience the power of focused intention by sending healing energy to yourself or others. Discover how this practice can raise your vibration and manifest positive change.
Oracle Card Reading: Tap into the wisdom of your spirit guides through the symbolism of oracle cards. Denise will guide you to learn to interpret their messages and apply them to your life.
Through these interactive exercises, you'll learn to recognize and trust your intuitive nudges, deepen your connection with your spirit guides and raise your vibrational frequency for greater well-being.
Have you ever felt a flicker of longing for a deeper sense of peace, self-acceptance and vibrant energy? In this uniquely crafted workshop we will create a space to explore tools and practices that have nourished hearts and minds for centuries. You will begin by crafting powerful affirmations that ignite your inner flame and guide you towards your desires. You will delve into the art of journaling, a safe space to explore your thoughts and emotions with gentle curiosity. Mindfulness will become your anchor, offering moments of calm amidst life's bustling waves.
You will learn the importance of self-love and esteem, the foundational pillars of well-being. Imagine filling your "tool chest" with practices that nurture compassion, forgiveness and acceptance towards yourself. This, my friend, is a revolution from within.
Finally, you will embark on a fascinating exploration of the chakra system, the energy centers within our bodies that influence our physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. Remember, this is not just a workshop; it's an invitation to a supportive community.
You'll be surrounded by others seeking similar transformation, creating a space for shared learning, encouragement and celebration.
Have you ever wondered where you truly "end" and the rest of the world begins?
In this illuminating experiential workshop, Denise invites you to step beyond the physical and explore the invisible architecture of your own being.
Using ancient tools of resonance—divining rods—Denise provides a rare, visual demonstration of the human biofield. You will witness exactly how far your energy extends from your physical body and, perhaps more importantly, how instantly that field expands or contracts in response to your emotional state.
By the end of this session, you will move from a theoretical understanding of "energy" to a practical, felt experience of it. You will walk away with a toolkit of techniques to protect your space, elevate your daily frequency and maintain a vibrant, resilient field that remains open to guidance but closed to depletion.
"To find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration."
Cultivate inner peace, love and clarity. Immerse yourself in the transformative practices of affirmations, guided meditations and mindfulness in our Affirmations, Meditation and Mindfulness Workshop. This tranquil, yet empowering, experience will guide you through creating your own love and joy-full self-affirmations and practicing various meditation techniques. You will cultivate inner peace, presence, focus and a knowing that you are loved, strong and worthy.
Workshop highlights:
• explore the philosophy and power of self-affirmations
• learn and practice the fundamentals of mindfulness and guided meditations, including its origins, benefits and techniques such as breath awareness, mantra meditation, body scanning and more
• feel the myriad of benefits such as stress reduction, anxiety relief, sleep enhancement and much more
Our Affirmations, Meditation and Mindfulness workshops will help you love and respect yourself as you should and develop the ability to be full of peace, love, joy and presence at any time in any place. It doesn't get much better than that.
Does your inner critic often stand in the way of your creative spark? True creativity isn't found in perfection—it is found in the delicate balance between the structure of the universe and the rhythm of your soul.
In this immersive multi-sensory workshop, we bypass the "analytical gatekeeper" of the mind to reconnect with the pure, joyful creator within. By blending the precision of sacred geometry with the liberation of music and movement, we create a safe container for your creative spirit to emerge and flourish.
Participants will leave this experience with more than just a piece of art; they will leave with a shifted perspective on what it means to be "creative."
"Art is the language of the soul and your soul has much to say."
Create Your Own Healing Salve:
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn to craft your own natural salve. Using a blend of therapeutic herbs and oils, you'll create a potent remedy for cuts, scrapes, burns and insect bites.
During this workshop, you'll:
• discover the healing properties of various herbs and oils
• learn essential salve-making techniques
• take home your own personalized salve to nourish your skin
• leave the workshop with a new skill and a natural remedy to soothe and heal
A Heart-Opening Experiential Workshop of Plant Relationship
In this special immersive experience, you are guided through a rich exploration of Cacao as both a plant ally and a sacred medicine. Rooted in reverence, cultural respect, and embodied experience, this journey weaves together education, ritual, and direct connection. You will be led through a journey from the physical aspects of Cacao—its growth, harvesting, medicinal qualities and preparation—into its more subtle realms of emotional, energetic, and spiritual support. Through sensory exploration, medicine making, stories/songs and ceremonial ingestion, you’ll begin to cultivate your own relationship with this ancient plant teacher.
Workshop highlights:
• A guided, heart-centered opening to connect as a group
• Hands-on exploration of Cacao from pod to cup
• Stories, teachings, and cultural context from Indigenous traditions
• Preparation of 100% ceremonial-grade Cacao
• Sacred songs, intention-setting, and mindful ingestion
• A gentle introduction to Cacao flower essence and its energetic qualities
• A ceremonial Cacao experience rooted in presence and connection
• Sharing in circle to integrate insights and deepen connection.
This immersive experience invites you to deepen your personal relationship with Cacao in a grounded, reverent, and embodied way. You will leave with a softened heart, deeper self-awareness and a sense of connection to yourself while understanding Cacao from root to ritual: its multidimensional benefits, how to prepare it at home and ethical sourcing.
This experience is for anyone curious about deepening their relationship with plants, ritual, and heart-centered living, whether you are new to working Cacao or already walking a path with them.
With Katie Rose, Certified Herbalist & Flower Essence Practioner
Step into the living beauty of the rainforest and immerse yourself in the subtle, transformative world of flower essences. This experiential workshop invites you to slow down, awaken your senses, and enter into a deep, reciprocal relationship with tropical flower allies.
Through guided practices, nature connection, and shared exploration, you will not only learn about flower essences—we will co-create one together! During the workshop we will craft a unique essence that carries the collective energy & resonance of the flower and of our intentions. Each participant will leave with their own bottle to continue their journey of exploration & support.
You will learn:
• What flower essences are and how they work dynamically on physical, mental, emotional and energetic levels
• The foundations of creating flower essences in a respectful, intentional way
• How to deepen your perception through sensory awareness and observation techniques
• The Doctrine of Signatures and how nature communicates healing qualities through the plants.
• Ways to connect and “dialogue” with plant consciousness
• How to harvest, prepare, and bottle a flower essence
• The basics of using flower essences therapeutically for yourself and others
• How group “proving circles” reveal the collective wisdom and healing messages of the flowers.
• Basic kinesiology for 'choosing' essences
This workshop is open to anyone with a curiosity about plant & flower wisdom, a love for natures healing gifts and a desire to deepen their connection with the natural world—no prior experience needed.
Join Katie Rose and reconnect with the deep intelligence of your body and your internal remembrance to honor your womb space as your source of creation, intuition and the center of your wholeness and health. This nurturing & immersive workshop weaves together herbal knowledge, practical techniques and ritual through plant medicine, ancestral wisdom, and embodied self-care practices you can integrate into your daily life.
You will receive:
• A deeper connection to your womb space and ancestral lineage
• Guidance on 9 sacred herbal allies for womb health across all life phases
• Insight into moon wisdom and how it relates to your cycle and transitions
• Practical knowledge of yoni steaming (herbs, preparation, and safe use)
• Instruction in self-care uterine massage techniques inspired by Maya tradition
• Experience with plant limpias & flower baths for energetic cleansing
• Space for sharing, reflection, and community connection
• Simple, accessible practices & rituals to continue your self-care practice at home
This workshop includes meditation, drum journey and womb sharing circle.
Embody the wisdom of the 5 Elements through the powerful practices of Qigong. Through this special practice and information Katie Rose weaves in along the way, you’ll deepen your understanding of how the 5 elements relate to the seasons, organs, body systems, and emotions and energetic patterning in the being—bringing theory into direct, embodied experience.
Qigong is an ancient practice rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine that weaves together flowing movement, breath, visualization, and meditation to cultivate Qi—our vital life force. This practice supports physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, helping to restore balance across all systems of the body and serves to support long-term health & vitality.
You will receive:
• A grounded, embodied understanding of the 5 Element system from Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective.
• Elemental Qigong movement forms, postures and breathing techniques to support and balance each element
• Guided visualizations and meditations for deeper integration
• Simple practices you can continue at home to support your well-being
• A felt sense of greater flow, vitality, and inner balance
Through these practices and cultivating and moving Qi throughout the body and energy systems (meridians), this grounding, integrative workshop will leave you feeling clear, centered and connected, with tools you can carry into your daily life.
Craft your sacred rhythm. Awaken your inner musician and connect with the ancient power of drumming in our Drum Creation Workshop. This immersive workshop will guide you through the process of crafting your own sacred drum, fostering self-expression, creativity and a deeper connection to the pulse of the earth.
Workshop highlights:
• discover the significance of drums in various cultures and spiritual traditions worldwide
• learn about the different types of drums and their unique characteristics
• engage in the hands-on process of constructing your own drum, from selecting the materials to crafting the frame and drumhead
• experience the power of drumming through group exercises and sound meditations
Our Sacred Drum Creation Workshop will provide you with your very own sacred spiritual and energetic healing tool. With a diverse wealth of traditional knowledge and techniques, you will be equipped to clear energy and heal through sound by yourself or with your loved ones.
(Minimum 7 participants required)
We welcome you into a beautiful sanctuary nestled in the heart of the rainforest, facing the majestic Arenal Volcano.
And honestly… it would be a shame not to also enjoy the incredible beauty of Costa Rica beyond the space of Dragonfly Awakenings.
The area is full of opportunities to nourish your curiosity and sense of adventure. We’ve gathered a selection of experiences for you to explore and if you don’t find what you’re looking for, feel free to ask us—we’ll always do our best to help make it happen.
Immerse yourself in the tranquility of a natural thermal river, nestled deep within the Costa Rican rainforest.
Experience the rejuvenating power of nature's hot springs, heated by the geothermal energy of the Arenal Volcano.
Unwind in a secluded spot or mingle with locals and fellow travelers at this popular natural hot spring.
Indulge in a truly unique and relaxing experience, soaking in the healing, mineral-rich waters of a natural hot spring.
This is one of our favourite places to visit! We can add this excursion to your customized private retreat!
The Maleku people of Costa Rica share a profound connection with nature, viewing the rainforest as their lifeblood and its creatures as family. Their traditions and spirituality are deeply intertwined with this respect for the land.
You'll witness this connection firsthand on their tour, learning the history of the Maleku, walking through their reforestation efforts and medicinal gardens, creating your own Maleku art and participating in a traditional ceremony.
The Maleku's beautiful art, (also sold here at Dragonfly Awakenings) including carvings, painted wooden masks (made from fallen debris) and jucara, reflects their cultural history and the sacredness of their environment. Their dream is to restore the forest, to once again hear the jaguar's call and see the falcons make this their home.
We highly recommend visiting the Maleku Village to learn about and support the indigenous people of Costa Rica!
Uncover the secrets of chocolate at Two Little Monkeys Chocolate!
This Costa Rican tour lets you grind cacao beans, craft traditional drinks and mold your own chocolate bars. Explore the on-site organic farm, where cacao trees flourish alongside exotic fruits and spices. Learn about the history and cultural significance of cacao and enjoy a refreshing sugarcane juice while you wait for your chocolate creations to solidify.
Experience the thrill of riding along meandering trails beneath a canopy of ancient trees teeming with life. Enrique Molina, your guide, will lead you through hidden pathways, revealing the secrets of the rainforest's rich biodiversity and captivating wildlife.
This is not your typical horse ride, it's a spiritual experience of connection!
Albert Einstein is known to have said, “If the bee disappears from the surface of the Earth, man would have no more than four years left to live.” Wise man!
The World of Bees is a project that was born from the need to conserve the planet. This educational tour gives us the opportunity to explore an amazing rain forest, meet these conscientious little pollinators in their natural habitat and learn more about the nature connection!
Discover a Butterfly Paradise!
Immerse yourself in the magic of the largest geodesic dome in Costa Rica. Witness the breathtaking beauty of thousands of colorful butterflies fluttering amidst lush vegetation.
What to Expect:
Avian Wonders: Observe a diverse array of butterfly species in their natural habitat.
Serene Surroundings: Explore the tranquil gardens, waterfalls, and bridges.
Educational Experience: Learn about the fascinating life cycle of butterflies and their role in the ecosystem.
Photo Opportunities: Capture stunning photos of butterflies, exotic plants and the stunning volcano views.
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with nature and marvel at the beauty of these delicate creatures.
Discover Nature's Pharmacy and Unleash Your Creativity!
Embark on a captivating journey through Bridie and Edy's Medicinal Garden. Immerse yourself in the lush rainforest, learning about the healing properties of various plants and their traditional uses.
After your botanical adventure, unleash your inner artist in a creative workshop. Design and create a unique piece of jewelry inspired by the natural beauty of Costa Rica.
This unforgettable experience combines education, creativity and relaxation, offering a perfect blend of nature and art.
La Fortuna Waterfall cascades 200 feet (61 meters - 530 steps) down the sheer cliff face of Cerro Chato, the Arenal Volcano’s dormant and thickly forested twin.
One of the most impressive and accessible waterfalls in Costa Rica, La Fortuna is a great place to picnic, swim and photograph the waterfall’s perpetual mists and nearby exotic vegetation.
This area is full of adventure! Book a call with us to discuss the many othe options that can be added to your retreat with us!
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