The Conscious Masculinity
Wild Warrior
Retreat
Answer Your Heart's Call: Awaken The Warrior Within
Santa Teresa, Costa Rica | Apr. 10-14, 2025
Join us in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica for a deeply nourishing and transformational experience that will reconnect you with your heart, your body, your soul, and your Truth.
Let Nature hold you as you discover its wisdom and healing power, and rekindle your own innate wild essence that has been waiting to roar.
A Journey Through The Elements
All activities are optional, yet highly encouraged. Every morning will start with stretching and meditation, followed by an element-themed group workout.
Day 1: EARTH
Intention:
Grounding & Stability
Arrive into the body, and discover the felt sense of balance in all aspects of life.
Day 1 Activities:
Stretching Workshop
Deep Breathing Exercise
Meditation Workshop
Nature Connection
Presence Practice
Tantric Eating
Sharing Circle
Day 2: WATER
Intention:
Cleansing & Flow
Reconnect with the heart by facing repressed pain, exploring your feminine side and allowing emotions to flow.
Day 2 Activities:
Group Exercise
Breathwork Journey
Waterfall Excursion
Cleansing Ritual
Mindful Beach Walk
Conscious Movement Workshop
Day 3: FIRE
Intention:
Passion & Transformation
Allow Fire to burn away those parts of you that no longer serve you and discover a new level of energy, creativity and motivation.
Day 3 Activities:
Dynamic Dance Workshop
Beach Sumo
Fire Ceremony
Temazcal (Sweat Lodge)
Beach Sunset
Sharing Circle
Day 4: AIR
Intention:
Clarity & Freedom
Surrender to your purpose and embody stillness of mind and heart through the conviction of knowing who you are and what your life is for.
Day 4 Activities:
Embodiment Practice
Team Building Exercise
Communication Workshop
Nature Connection
Embracing Your Purpose Workshop
"What will the OUTCOME of my participation be?"
Great Question! Read on...
Promised Outcomes of the Wild Warrior Retreat:
Outcome #1:
Reconnect with Your Essence
In the throes of everyday life, it's easy to become completely caught up in routines, responsibilities, and the role of being a provider for yourself and your loved ones. This often leads to losing sight of your true essence, which lies deep within your heart. Before you know it, you may begin to lack clarity, purpose, and direction in life. Reconnecting with your essence requires taking some time and space to tune in. Immersing yourself in nature with an intentional practice is the fastest way to recalibrate and reconnect with your heart and your true essence.
Outcome #2:
Discover Your Most Authentic Self-Expression
As you reconnect with nature, your essence, and your heart, you will gain profound insights into what your heart and soul yearn to express in this lifetime. What are you here for? What is that purpose greater than yourself worthy of your life? As we explore the deepest levels of your heart within a safe and supportive environment, you may be surprised by what you discover within you. Expressing these deep-seated desires can provide the greatest fulfillment imaginable.
Outcome #3:
Unbreakable Deep-Rooted Brotherhood
You will discover transformative brotherhood. Imagine a realm where every challenge and joy is navigated alongside a circle of men who genuinely understand you and want the best for you. This retreat will unveil a new paradigm of brotherhood—one characterized by deep-rooted connections, unwavering support, and pure authenticity. You're never alone. At every moment, you'll feel the presence of fellow warrior-brothers who strive for your success and stand with you in unity. Through shared experiences and genuine bonds, we'll build powerful alliances that will empower and uplift you for years to come.
Outcome #4:
Embrace Your Pathway to Greatness
Turn your potential into your reality. This retreat is where you'll shatter the chains that have restrained you. Armed with newfound, unmatched power from deep within your heart, and surrounded by a community of loving warrior brothers, you will discover a clear path to the life you’ve always imagined. No more daydreaming about it—it’s time to create it. The profound insights and transformative tools you gain, supported by this brotherhood, will support and uplift you every step of the way.
Why Santa Teresa, Costa Rica?
When I first went to Costa Rica with an intention to heal a new depth of pain that I discovered withing myself, little did I know how perfectly appropriate this place would be for that intention to come to fruition. The wildly expressed natural environment in Costa Rica provided the most nourishing cocoon that I could have asked for. Not only did it help me heal my heart, it also inadvertently helped me discover a whole new level of Truth and Authenticity in my own life. For over a year many people said to me...
"You should create something where people get to experience all these magical things that you have experienced"
This is the answer to that call...
"How Do I Know If This Retreat Is For Me?"
This retreat is for you if you are interested in any of the following:
Deep Connections: Forge bonds with like-minded individuals, expanding your influential network.
Elevate Leadership: Enhance your leadership acumen through reflective activities and authentic group interactions.
Nature's Balance: Ground yourself with rejuvenating nature immersion, ensuring clarity and focus in daily life.
Spiritual Exploration: Dive deeper into spiritual practices, enriching your life's purpose and vision.
Challenge and Growth: Embrace experiences outside your comfort zone, boosting resilience and adaptability.
Life Vision Refinement: Reflect and recalibrate, aligning closer with your core values and aspirations.
Unified Alignment: Harmonize your heart, mind, body, and spirit, cultivating a holistic inner strength and clarity for your life's journey.
This retreat will also support you if you are facing any of the following challenges:
Disconnection from Self: You've been feeling detached from your authentic self due to societal pressures, expectations, or personal traumas.
Loneliness and Isolation: You feel a sense of not belonging or having a genuine community that understands and supports your aspirations and struggles.
Loss of Purpose: You carry a feeling of aimlessness or lack of clarity about your true calling in life.
Suppressed Emotions: You've been struggling with bottled-up emotions, inability to express vulnerability, communicate boundaries, or unresolved past traumas.
Stagnation: You've been feeling stuck in a rut, whether it's in personal relationships, career, or spiritual growth.
Lack of Confidence: You experience low self-esteem, self-doubt, or feeling powerless in certain situations.
Struggle with Masculine Identity: You have some uncertainty about what it means to be a "man" in today's world and how to embody healthy masculinity.
Overwhelm and Burnout: You are overburdened by the demands of modern life, leading to stress, anxiety, or exhaustion.
Desire for Brotherhood: You've been yearning for meaningful connections with other men based on mutual respect, understanding, and shared purpose.
Lack of Spiritual Connection: You've been feeling spiritually ungrounded or disconnected from nature, the universe, or the Great Mystery.
Physical Detachment: You are not in tune with your own body due to a sedentary lifestyles or lack of regular physical activity.
Communication Struggles: You have difficulty expressing yourself or connecting deeply with loved ones.
Note: This Retreat is Not for Everyone
The Conscious Masculinity WILD WARRIOR Retreat will guide you to the deepest core of who you really are.
No one will tell you who you are. You will discover it for yourself. This can be confronting if you've been living a life that has not been fully in alignment with your Truth. Once you hear your heart and soul speak to you, there is no unhearing it.
Such insight often comes with an invitation for big changes. Some will welcome these revelations with open arms. Others will refuse and choose comfort and familiarity over change and transformation. So participating in this retreat is not recommended for men who are unwilling of letting go of what is misaligned and choose comfort over truth and authenticity.
Venue: Casa Kata
Nestled amidst the lush tropical landscapes of Santa Teresa (technically Playa Hermosa), Casa Kata offers a serene and tranquil haven for all retreat participants. Your backyard is literally one of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica. With the gentle sounds of the ocean waves in the background, this venue provides the perfect backdrop for deep introspection and connection with nature. For 30 years, Casa Kata and it's architecture have stayed true to the essence of Santa Teresa. It's a rustic gem with uniquely designed cabins and all necessary comforts like running water and Wi-Fi (which we will stay away from). Casa Kata promises an unforgettable experience in the heart of paradise. However, be forewarned - the cold showers and compost toilet will provide your your first wild-warrior initiation!
Food
Food is included except for two dinners out at moderately priced restaurants.
Every morning there will be delicious home-made plant protein smoothies and fruits.
For Lunch we will have the famous Kata treating us to some of her specialties in a buffet style meal. (Kata is one of the best there is, she's even done private catering in Mel Gibson's house!)
For Dinner: Two catered dinners, 2 dinners out.
Price & Accommodation Options
Shared Room
Individual Bed in Shared Space
$1499
Private Room
Queen Bed in Private Room
$2149
Private Tent
Private Tent with Cozy Sleeping Bag
$979
Off-Site
Stay Off-Site, Join Daily
$899
Testimonials
Danny Hadas - Orlando, FL
"The Wild Warrior Retreat was truly a life-changing experience.
Before the retreat, life was good overall, but if I’m being honest, my love life with my wife was nearly non-existent. We had talked openly about it, even sought coaching, and while things improved during coaching, nothing stuck once the sessions ended. I knew if we didn’t address this, our marriage wouldn’t thrive—and might not even last. Neither of us was happy.
I joined the Wild Warrior Retreat hoping to discover what it would take to reignite the passion in my marriage. I wanted to be the kind of man who could feel and express deep desire for my wife.
At the retreat, surrounded by men I had never met, I was blown away by the level of vulnerability and openness. As we shared our stories, I realized I was carrying unresolved trauma I thought I had dealt with. While I had processed it intellectually, I hadn’t addressed the emotional pain that lingered in my body.
The pivotal moment for me came during the fire transformation day. I was inspired by watching other men confront their deepest struggles and emerge transformed, and so when my chance came, I stepped into the circle. Even now, I get chills just recalling the experience.
I confronted a painful memory from when I was seven—a moment that had buried me in immense shame. Through an intense and powerful exercise, I literally felt myself pulling that pain out of my body. It was like a tug-of-war for my soul, and I gave everything I had. As I cried, screamed, and released, I could feel the shame leaving me.
When I returned home from the retreat, I was a changed man. During the retreat, I had a vivid vision of what it would look like to rekindle intimacy with my wife, and the night I got back, that vision became reality. Since then, our love life has been completely transformed—we’ve been connecting deeply and intimately every other day, something I never thought possible.
The Wild Warrior Retreat gave me the tools and the courage to confront what I’d been avoiding for years, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the impact it’s had on my life and my marriage."
Scott Eade - Vancouver, Canada
"Before attending the Wild Warrior retreat in Costa Rica, my life was consumed by fear and emotional walls. I was closed off, struggling to express my feelings, and carrying a lot of anger. There were aspects of my life I disliked and unresolved parts of my past that were impacting both my present and future.
During the retreat, through layer after layer of deep exploration, I confronted fears I thought I couldn’t face. Whether it was stepping into the ring or diving into my emotions, I was able to let go and truly open up. One profound realization was how I had locked away parts of my younger self, guarding my heart to avoid abandonment and hurt. The retreat helped me access and release those blocks.
Through practices like breathing techniques, meditation, and physical challenges, I emerged with a completely new perspective. Now, I find myself living more presently, noticing the beauty in the things I used to pass by, and feeling more open to connecting with others. The retreat truly shifted how I see myself and the world around me."
William Warstler - Scottsdale, AZ
"Attending the Wild Warrior Retreat was an extraordinary experience. From the journey to Costa Rica to stepping into the heart of the jungle where the event was held, it felt like I discovered hidden gold—not just in the setting, but within myself.
The retreat was truly transformative. It provided tangible tools I could immediately integrate into my life. Each morning began with stretching, meditation, conscious movement, and connecting with nature. These practices helped me reconnect with my body after being caught up in the busyness of life for so long. I realized I had been neglecting my promises to myself, and the retreat gave me the space to let go of those limitations.
I attended because I was searching for more fulfillment in my life. I thought I had big problems to manage, but once I immersed myself in the retreat’s practices—being in nature, participating in the rituals, and bonding with the other men—my perspective shifted. My heart began to expand, and I felt a renewed sense of strength and love.
We arrived as individuals, each carrying our own struggles, but we left as something greater. We stepped into a sense of kingship, each finding our unique power and truth.
This experience reminded me of how strong I truly am and how much love I am capable of giving and receiving. It’s something I’ll carry with me forever.
I encourage anyone who feels called to step into this journey to join the next Wild Warrior Retreat. It’s an experience that will change your life."
John Finlay - Amherst, NH
"I’ve been going through a period of significant metamorphosis in my life, and I was looking for a space that would help me tap into my inner strength and resolve. I wanted to unshackle myself from the conditioning of my past so that I could move forward, find and realize my true purpose. What I found at the retreat was way more than I could have hoped or imagined.
I found within myself exactly what I was looking for. The retreat was incredibly and skillfully guided by Cesar, who also brought in other phenomenal facilitators that helped us unearth the beauty and strength within us.
I also found a group of brothers that I couldn't possibly have imagined connecting with in the way that we did, which was unbelievably powerful. While at the retreat and since coming home, I’ve felt a profound connection to my Wild Man and Warrior self, and I'm not letting go of that.
Saturday was our fire day, and that flame that we lit is burning strong, and I'm intending to keep it that way. Since returning, I’ve already negotiated two deals in just three days, and I’ve approached them in a way that is completely free of my old, people-pleasing tendencies.
I'm not taking any shit. I want to give people the best of me, and I want the best from other people.
One of the most impactful moments for me was the session on David Deida’s teachings, which gave me profound clarity about navigating my path toward my true purpose. I now have a clear vision of how I’m going to achieve that.
This retreat was an incredible experience. I achieved everything I set out to and so much more. It was absolutely fantastic, and I’m already looking forward to the next one."
Ben Gabin - Ashville, NC
"The Wild Warrior Retreat was quite impactful for me.
In the breath-work journey, my heart opened up. I tapped into a level of love I had never experienced before.
When we did the deep biodynamic work, I experienced letting go of 35 years of shame I had been holding in my body.
Being at this retreat eventually allowed me to let go of comparing myself to other men and instead focusing on my own heart and how deep I’m willing to go.
I very much loved the camaraderie that was formed here."
Travel Info
Getting Here: Fly in to San Jose, Costa Rica. From there, you have several options:
● Drive to Santa Teresa yourself -
5 hrs. drive including Ferry ride.
● Opt for a Shuttle -
About $80, 5 hrs. drive including Ferry ride.
● Fly to Cobano (~$125),
followed by a $70 taxi ride to Casa Kata - 1.5 hrs.
Casa Kata Location:
Unleash the Wild Warrior within you. Join us in Santa Teresa and let the transformation begin.
It will be an experience you never forget.
Meet Your Facilitator
"I thought I had it all. I was an entrepreneur who had successfully managed a marketing agency for about a decade, I got along very well with my family, and had lots of great friends with whom I threw the best parties in Miami.
However, in spite of everything going well, there were plenty of moments where I felt a sense of emptiness and misery. I wasn't sure where my life was going. I remember asking myself "Whose life am I living?"
After several relationships and heartbreak, I wound up unable to genuinely connect with another woman from a place of love, and was settling for casual sex which I constantly sought out. It took me a long time to realize that my thirst for sex was a symptom of my resignation about love.
I was disconnected from my heart and I didn't know it. After a huge moment of insight I set out on my own quest for the next entire year to heal and reconnect with my heart. It was the most gratifying journey I've been on, the journey home. I learned that many years ago, young men used to have wise elders that would guide us and initiate us into the mature masculine.
I now realize that the Universe was so generous with me as to guide me through my own initiation during that time. I cannot overstate the incredible 180 degree turn that my life took. I now feel at home within my heart, have certainty of who I am, what my life is for, and I met the love of my life, and have started a family.
The offerings in Conscious Masculinity, are the results of my own prayer to help guide other men home into the power and wisdom of their hearts."
-Cesar Rodriguez
