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The Gift of Being 6 Day Transformative Retreat in Costa Rica (Psilocybin, Breathwork & Community)


  • Awake Uvita Calle Garcias Uvita, Provincia de Puntarenas, 60504 Costa Rica (map)

A unique opportunity to find your way home to you.

“I can say for the first time in my life I am worthy of being me, and not because of my achievements.” Nick

“I forgot about pain, and came back to the simplicity of being.” Stephanie

“I feel stable and happier than ever” Julie 

A 6 Day, all inclusive Psychedelic Retreat in Costa Rica.

We know you have had to play roles, do things you didn’t want to do and go through challenging situations. We also know you want to shift something in your life. You are ready for more and deeper learnings within.

This experience is made for you!

How was Dream Camp?

“I’m so pleased I decided to go to Dreamcamp! I personally experienced a huge release and some deep insights throughout the weekend, which have changed my life for the better.”

Robin - Dec 2022

What makes this special:

The Program: The journey has been designed after years of experience to open you up in a safe and grounding container. We believe that approaching personal and spiritual growth through individual and group heart-centred holistic practices can expand your consciousness and help overcome blocks to your authentic expression.

We start the retreat with conscious connected breathing and authentic relating communication workshops which will give you solid foundations and an anchor during the psilocybin ceremony. Our unique integration allows you to embody and carry home the wisdom you gained.

The Hosts: Drew and Clem have committed their lives to personal and spiritual growth and have been practicing daily the tools that will be offered to you during this journey.

The Group: This retreat really attracts heart felt beings that are ready to explore further parts of themselves. This interactive family, with different generations present, allows a very rich and relaxed container to share vulnerably and feel held.

The Place: Awake is not your typical retreat centre, it is firstly a conscious life centre. Our community is in this inquiry and exploration of what it means to live consciously, authentically and lead our decisions from the heart. This will amplify your experience as you will be able to feel part of something greater and you may be inspired to bring the essence of Awake back to your community.

Benefits:

  • Treat yourself to a soul nourishing week

  • Clear blocks on your personal development path

  • Learn tools to know yourself better 

  • Slow down and reset

  • Gain clarity for your future

  • Feel more love and passion

  • Create bonds with great, open, like minded people

 

Prices:

In USD per person, including full program, accommodation & food for 6 days.

From $1,799 for shared accommodation

From $1,979 for private accommodation

What to expect:

  • 6 days devoted to yourself and your personal growth

  • Psilocybin Mushrooms Ceremony

  • Connected Circular Breathing Session

  • Authentic Relating Workshop

  • Ecstatic Dance

  • Daily Yoga & Meditation

  • Heartsong Music Concert

  • Group Integration

  • Sound Healing

  • Creative Workshop

  • Beach Play Day

  • Waterfall Adventure

  • Plenty of Time to Relax

  • Unlimited Access to our Beloved River

  • Be part of an Evolving Conscious Community

  • Integration Call Post Retreat

  • Adds on; Private Integration, Bodywork, Breathwork Sessions

How was Dream Camp?

A dream experience! An eclectic combination of outer and inner journeys, excitement and relaxation, music and play. Clémentine and Drew have the rare talent to make you feel at ease and inspired at the same time.”

Jasper - Feb 2023

Meet your hosts: Clémentine & Drew

We do this because we feel passionate about personal and spiritual development. We have devoted our lives to embody Love frequency in everyday life, to seek knowledge and express ourselves creatively. With our years of experience in this field, our gifts and love for life, we have curated this journey together so you can allow yourself to be in your full expression! 

Clémentine Casafina

Clémentine Casafina is a highly qualified Breathwork Facilitator and integration coach. She loves combining her medical background into her holistic work to help her clients access greater awareness, learn from their emotions and become their own teachers. She will support you to choose happiness and freedom with her grounded approach to spirituality.

Instagram: @cocofandango 

Music: soundcloud.com/cocofandango

Drew LaPlante

Co-founder of the Awake Community Center in Uvita, Costa Rica and Drew has a special connection to plant medicine and authentic relating practice, experiencing profound and permanent rises in consciousness and healing from depression.

From the heart, he writes and shares conscious music that connects on a soul level.

@drewlaplante (fb, insta)

music: soundclound.com/drewlaplante

Understanding the program in detail:

Preparation

As soon as you apply, Clémentine will be directly in contact with you. You will be able to ask her any questions you may have. She will be sending you a Guest guide to help you with how to get to Awake, what to expect on site and a list of what to bring (which is not much at all) so you feel just as comfortable as home here.

We recommend before arriving to spend time connecting deeply into the “why” you are joining us and already visualizing what would be the best situation for you. Start bringing awareness into the fears and doubts that may naturally arise. All feelings are welcome and you will be able to reach out to Clémentine or Drew if any support is required before your arrival.

Foundation

The first day you will be letting go of the mind chatters and drop into the body.

Connected Circular Breathing Session is a powerful practice to release, let go and detox the body and mind. You will lie down on your back for 45 mins breathing deeply in and out through your mouth. During this session at the very least, you will feel deeply relaxed and nourished as more oxygen is entering your body, you will be aware of the full process and may access deeper parts of yourself through your subconscious. You will be guided by our highly qualified facilitator Clémentine that has combined her medical background with holistic methods. You may get tingling and cramping sensations in your body which we will be helping to relieve with acupressure points. You may access emotional release which is perfect to clear up your energy channels.

Authentic Relating Workshop is a pillar practice of our Dream Camp journey and will help you unlock blockages in sharing yourself vulnerably. Everyone gets to know each other and genuinely connect with one another before the ceremony day.

Psilocybin (Magic) Mushroom Ceremony

The ceremony begins with the setting of individual and group intentions. The full dose of psilocybin served will be up to 4.5 grams in yummy chocolate form. (cacao from Costa Rica)

Participants may work individually with the facilitators to set an ideal dose to begin with based on sensitivity and experience. We create a safe space of cosmic dreaming and creation. 

Our heart garden, river and river shala is our playground with different stations to flow with; one to be in silence connecting to the element of Water, one to paint in nature, one to make music, one to lay back, one to rest in private and one to connect to the element of fire.

Our beautiful Surya Shala serves as a stage for live heart song music by Drew LaPlante and cosy blankets to allow the soft landing of our spaceship.

Integration

A necessary part of this journey. Integration is when you have the time to fully process and embody the insights received. We love to adapt and listen to the group needs and check in daily. Some of the activities we would have prepared include; ecstatic dance, nature adventure, creative workshop, group integration, sound healing and one on ones with practitioners (integration coach, somatic exploration, bodywork, breathwork).

How was Dream Camp?

“The dream camp experience was more than a retreat. Awake felt like home very quickly.”


Myrna - Dec 2022

Still unsure?

Worried about having no experience in any of this? 

No previous experience is required in any of what we are offering. We will make this very accessible for all, you will feel safe and have no pressure to participate.

Worried about not fitting in with the group? 

This is a very common feeling to have. A lot of people feel/ think they are the outliers. We are a very inclusive and relaxed group. We will be checking in daily on your specific needs. On another note you might find it beneficial to be in a group of strangers as no expectations will be put on you and show up as your authentic self.

Worried about your age? 

All our dream camps have included beautiful souls in their 30s, 40s, 50s and even 60s! We absolutely love it, it brings such a family vibe to the group and a lot of wisdom being shared.

Not sure if it’s right for you?

This experience is not for everyone. If you consider yourself a loving, fun and curious person, ready to explore deeper parts of yourself, then it is exactly made for you! Fears and doubts are part of the process.

 

Prices:

In USD per person, including full program, accommodation & food for 6 days.

From $1,799 for shared accommodation

From $1,979 for private accommodation

Food: fresh deliciousness vegan/vegetarian and gluten free

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included daily

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Application & Bookings:

Please fill in the application form or contact Clémentine

● By WhatsApp at +447510090544

● By email: clem@casafinawellness.com

Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.
— Marianne Williamson
 

Frequently Asked Questions:

What does psilocybin mushroom do exactly? 

Also known as magic mushrooms, can alter perception, bring euphoria, access darker emotions, hallucinations and help you access greater consciousness and oneness. In the intentional and natural setting you will be served the medicine, you will be fully held through your experience. The dose we are offering still allows you to be fully aware of your surroundings and move freely.

What will be the dose served? 

Minimum 1.5g up to 4.5g of Golden Teachers

Would we get more than one ceremony? 

There will be only 1 full dose ceremony and an optional chance to microdose.

Would I lose control of myself completely? 

Letting go of control and of your “default” state is the purpose of using psilocybin. It allows for new ideas and perceptions to come through. The dose we are offering still allows you to be fully aware of your surroundings and move freely. 

What type of breathwork is it? 

Connected circular breathing. You will lie down on your back for 45 mins breathing deeply in and out through your mouth. During this session at the very least, you will feel deeply relaxed and nourished as more oxygen is entering your body, you will be aware of the full process and may access deeper parts of yourself through your subconscious. 

Is there AC in the accommodation?

The private river casitas, buses and glamping tents all have AC. The Cora rooms do not have AC.

What’s the weather like?

High season with high temperatures in Costa Rica is between December until April

Green season with sunny mornings and rainy afternoons in Costa Rica starts in May and ends in November.

Is this open for couples or solo travellers only?

Both, this retreat welcomes all and is open to couples and solo travellers.

Do you accept children? 

No! This is an adult only event.

What should I bring?

Comfortable light clothes. Easy shoes to take on and off. An umbrella or raincoat in case of rain. Good camera if you like to take pictures, the nature here is stunning. You will receive a detailed list of information on what to bring with you and how to get to Awake, and more things to do around Uvita.

Are meals included? 

Yes! Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Do you serve meat? 

No. Awake’s kitchen only serves vegan/vegetarian, gluten free and locally sourced organic products. There will be a couple of opportunities to eat out during your stay with us.

Do you serve coffee? 

Yes. Tea and coffee are available throughout the day.

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