The Artist Retreat
connect - nurture - create
June 6-13th, 2025
Artist Retreat June 6th-13th, 2025
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Artist Retreat June 6th-13th, 2025 〰️
What defines artistry? What makes you an artist? Why is art so important to us? When was the last time you got to discuss how it made you feel instead of how it propels you forward? When do you find the time to ask the questions? When do you get to sit in community with other artists of ALL kinds to gather and discuss what it’s like to ACTUALLY be an artist without having to create?
No matter if you are a performer on their 9th Broadway contract, a young visual artist starting school, an artist experiencing burnout, a person who would never actually call themselves an “artist” or anything in between, we welcome you!
This retreat is exactly that. I moment to retreat. Changing your own environment is always the best way to shake things up. Maybe you are looking for a sign that you’re on the right path or you need a gentle reminder to stop holding yourself back, this retreat is for people who want to grow. Who want to change, explore, and grow for the better. As an artist, of course, but mainly as a human.
Meet Your Host
Erin Lazzaro is the co-owner and manager of Flo Retreat Center. She has been a New York Based performer for the past 10 years as well as Licensed Massage Therapist running her own Practice ‘Massage by Erin’. More recently, she has obtained her 200hr Yoga Teacher Training Certification and hosts retreats at Flō Retreat Center with her husband Gabe.
Movement has always been her motivator in life and her dream is to be able to share her knowledge and passion with other artists who share the same spark through mindful and creative movement . During the artist retreat, she hopes to create a space where people can reconnect to themselves as well as each other in similar situations. Being an artist comes with a great responsibility. Let’s explor together what that means!
“Theater has shape who I am for he better but now I get to shape who I am for the best”
Sample Schedule
Arrival day June 6th at SJO Airport by 2pm local time
Departure June 12th at SJO no earlier than 2pm local time
Day 1 - Arrival Day!
3:00pm-9:00pm - Check In’s
6:00pm - Dinner
7:00pm - Why Here??
8:00pm - Movement practice
Day 2 - Defining Your Why
6:00am - Coffee/Tea
7:00am - Meditation with Gabe
7:30am - Intro to the Artist Retreat
9:00am - Breakfast
10:000am - Flo Waterfalls
1:00pm - Lunch
2:00pm - Journaling/Topic of the Day Discussion
4:00pm - Playa Hermosa Sunset
6:00pm - Dinner
Day 4 - Self Care
6:00am - Coffee/Tea
7:00am - Meditation with Gabe
7:30am - Self Massage Class
9:00am - Breakfast
10:00am - Optional Massage
1:00pm - Lunch
2:00pm - Journaling/Topic of the Day Discussion
6:00pm - Dinner
7:00pm - Yin Yoga with Erin
Day 3 - How To Make Fear Your Friend
6:00am - Coffee/Tea
7:00am - Meditation with Gabe
7:30am - Creative Sequencing Yoga
9:00am - Breakfast
9:30am - Trip to Playa Arco
1:00pm - Lunch
2:00pm - Journaling/Topic of Day Discussion
4:30pm - Budokon Yoga with Djamilla
6:00pm - Dinner
Day 5 - Excursion Day!
7:00am - Leave for Excursion One!
8:30am - Leave for Excursion Two
**Lunch out!
2:00pm - Lecture
4:00pm - Meditation with Gabe
5:00 - Movement Practice
6:00pm - Dinner
Day 6 - Practicing Non Judgement on your Creative Path
6:00am - Coffee/Tea
7:00am - Meditation with Gabe
7:30am - Creative Movement Challenges
9:00am - Breakfast
10:00am - Whales Tail Beach
1:00pm - Lunch
2:00pm - Journaling/Topic of the Day Discussion
6:00pm - Dinner
Day 7 - Gratitude and Integration
6:00am - Coffee/Tea
7:00am - Meditation with Gabe
7:30am - Partner Dance
9:00am - Breakfast
10:30am - Pool Time
1:00pm - Lunch
2:00pm - Journaling/Topic of Day Discussion/ Letters From Love
4:30pm - Ecstatic Dance/Gratitude Movement
6:00pm - Dinner
7:00pm - Final circle
Day 8 - Farewell!
6:00am - Coffee/Tea/Breakfast
7:00am - Departure 1
8:00am - Departure 2
Book Your Artist Retreat
This cozy and inviting space is designed for relaxation and ultimate comfort. The room features a luxurious queen-sized bed with plush pillows and soft linens, perfect for a restful night's sleep.
You'll find all of the amenities you need including a WIFI, air conditioning, and a mini fridge allowing you to unwind and recharge at your leisure. Each room also has a private en-suite bathroom with a spacious shower.
Step outside onto the private or shared balcony and take in the serene views of the surrounding nature. This is the perfect option for a couple or solo traveler looking for privacy and comfort during your stay!
Single Occupancy :$2,800
Double Occupancy: $4,200
The shared rooms at Flo offer a cozy and inviting atmosphere for guests to relax and unwind. Each room is tastefully decorated with comfortable furnishings and modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. The rooms feature multiple beds with plush bedding, ample storage space, and large windows that let in natural light.
Guests can socialize with their roommates and other retreat participants in the shared common areas, such as the living room, dining area, and outdoor patio. The shared bathrooms are clean and well-maintained, offering hot showers!
Overall, the shared rooms at Flo Retreat Center provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for guests to connect with others and enjoy a peaceful retreat experience.
Shared Room: $1,800
Artist Retreat June 6th-13th, 2025
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Artist Retreat June 6th-13th, 2025 〰️
What to Expect
Accommodations
Regardless if you stay in a private room or shared room, you’re guaranteed to find comfort! While we don’t call ourselves a luxury retreat center, each room is equipped with AC, WiFi, Hot Water, Mini Refrigerators and an incredibly comfy space to call your home for the week! Not only do we pride ourselves of the comfort of your rooms, but we LOVE sharing our communal space with you! Expect coffee and tea every morning, enjoy the incredible views and maybe even see monkeys and toucans from our pool deck! Our gym and yoga studio is always available for your use or take a hike to the waterfalls!
8 Day/ 7 night at Flo Retreat Center in Uvita, Costa Rica
Included Offerings
Guided Journaling - Each day there will be guided journaling before we go into our discussions as a group. You are welcomed to share or to keep to yourself what you discover!
Daily Discussions - Our daily discussion will focus on different topics around artistry and how it influences our daily life.
Cacao Ceremony - Cacao is a heart opener! Come together to experience a gathering of love, exploration, curiosity, and togetherness!
Beach Trips - You can’t go to Costa Rica without visiting the beaches of this beautiful country! Sure, there is work to be done. But this is the time to rest, enjoy, and play!
On Site Waterfall Hikes - Our on-site waterfalls are the perfect place to start your mornings before we get stared, a peaceful meditation, or a slash in the water with your new friends!.
Daily Movement
We will practice SOME form of movement each day. They Include…
Creative Yoga
Yin/Restorative Yoga
Ecstatic Dance
Improv Games
Gym Circuit
Nourishing and Delicious Meals
Our Meals are prepared by incredible local chefs who love sharing their artistry of cooking with you. We can accommodate all dietary choices from vegan to carnivore! There will be three meals daily as well as dinner on arrival day and breakfast for those who have a later checkout on departure day!
Our chefs love featuring our freshest fruits and veggies. Just you wait!
Transportation
Transportation will be included on arrival and departure day from San Jose Airport to Flo Retreat Center if your flight arrives within the stated window! There will also be trips to the beach that are included!
Have more questions?
Interested in coming but still have a few questions? either DM Erin directly on instagram at @erinlazzaro_ or fill out this form and she will get back to you!