Frequently Asked Questions

The tuition includes all class instruction and a comprehensive manual. Hotel, meals and transportation are additional costs.

1. Complete the Program Registration Form on our web site including your credit card information. For program deposits we accept Visa, MasterCard and personal checks only.
2. You can expect a letter of confirmation within a week, after we process your registration and charged the deposit.
3. Complete the instruction for booking your accommodations listed below.
4. Final Payments are due within 21 days prior to the starting date of the program. We will automatically charge the credit card provided for the deposit. If you wish to pay in a different method please contact us no later than 30 days prior to the start of the program.

Please make all checks payable to Nosara Yoga Institute

Mail drop address:

Nosara Yoga Institute
C/O Kay Flynt
5425 Meadow Valley Dr.
Fort Worth, TX 76123

The Nosara Yoga Institute recommends staying in the Casa Champagne Cabinas conveniently located only a 5 minute walk from the institute. These cabinas are new and well kept. Each cabina has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a kitchen and an outdoor terrace for relaxing. Wireless internet is included. Air conditioning is extra.

To reserve follow the steps below.

1. Complete and fax the Accommodations Reservation Form to 011-506-2682-0595.
2. Once availability has been confirmed a 50% deposit will be processed; you will receive a confirmation via e-mail.

Below are several recommended hotel/rental providers to aid you in finding lodging that matches your taste and budget.

Café de Paris: he Café de Paris is located in the heart of Playa Guiones within walking distance from the beach, 5 min walk (through trail) to the Yoga Institute, and nestled within a nature oriented ambience. They have been the number one choice for lodging and meals for the Nosara Yoga participants. The Café de Paris offers private or shared rooms in ocean view and non ocean view villas with kitchen starting from $500.00 shared & privates for $1000.00. They also have Quad shared accommodations for $350.00.
Rates & reservations: www.cafedeparis.net/reservations.htm
To view: www.cafedeparis.net

Mango Property Management: Agnes and Jo manage several homes near the Nosara Yoga Institute. Make sure to ask about Heartwaves and Tortuga Feliz. These homes are ideal for a group or family attending a Nosara Yoga Institute Program. Each home is located about a 5 minute walk from the Yoga Institute. Also ask about the cabinas at La Banana.
To view: www.nosarapropertymanagement.com
To reserve: villamango@racsa.co.cr

Campo Alegre: This is a 2 acre property located about a 10 minute walk from the Nosara Yoga Institute. It includes 3 houses, a tennis court, swimming pool, horses, monkeys and birds. Each home is equipped with a full kitchen and sleeps 3-4 people.
To view: www.nosarahomerentals.com
To reserve: bobbij@racsa.co.cr

Other House Rentals:
www.bryantssurfcabin.com
www.nosaratravel.com
www.surfnosara.com
www.giardinotropicale.com
www.thesunhouse.net
www.harborreef.com
www.harmonynosara.com
www.nosaraparadiserentals.com

The Café de Paris offers the option of purchasing a meal plan for a cost of $500.00 for the 200hr programs. This plan includes:

Breakfast and dinner Monday through Friday.

One entrée and non bottled drink (coffee, natural juice, water)

Please contact the Café de Paris if you are interested in this option; info@cafedeparis.net
* Note * Meals are nontransferable

Our students find that the quality and quantity of excellent food on the 2-meal-a-day plan is more than adequate. With many fine restaurants in the area everyone enjoys the freedom to explore other options over weekends. You are always at liberty to purchase additional meals as your own dietary requirements may vary.

Program deposits are refundable up to one month prior to program, less a 15% service charge. Less than 30 days prior to a program, deposits may be transferred to another program occurring within one year.

Final Payments are processed and due 21 days before the programs start. Final Payments are non refundable, however, they may be transferred to another program within one year.

Contact us for answers to any questions you may have prior to registering at:
Toll-free from US: 1-866-439-4704
Direct Dial: 011-506-682-0071
E-mail: info@nosarayoga.com.

1. Arrange your travel to Costa Rica:
   We suggest you book your international entry the day before the training begins and your departure the day after the training ends. Your international destination can either be San Jose or Liberia, Costa Rica. The Liberia Airport is much closer to Nosara, but requires a private cab to get to Nosara.
2. Arrange your travel from the International Airport to Nosara

Getting to Nosara from the Liberia Airport:

Fly Nature Air: www.natureair.com 1 flight per day. Cost about $70.00

Taxi: www.nosaratravel.com to reserve a taxi. Drive is about 2.5 hours. Cost $145 up to 6 people.

Drive: (for the adventurous at heart) there are several car rental options in Liberia. You must reserve in advance. National Car Rental is recommended.

Getting to Nosara from San Jose:

Public Bus: The Institute is a 6 hour bus ride from San Jose. The bus departs daily at 5:30 a.m. sharp from the Alfaro Bus Terminal in Central San Jose. The cost per person is at about ¢5,000.00 colones or $10.00. For current bus information please click to the following site http://www.thebusschedule.com.

Interbus, Private Tourist class service (www.interbusonline.com), which offers transportation services from San Jose direct to Nosara daily. They depart around 8:00am from San Jose and provide pick up at designated hotels and lodges in the area. The cost per person is $45.00. There are additional fees for extra luggage and surfboards.

Plane: The small plane commuter flights to Nosara are approx. 40 minutes in duration. For more information, prices, schedules and weight restrictions (small & strictly enforced) please contact:

Sansa Airlines: www.flysansa.com (Located at the International Airport, San Jose)

Nature Air: www.natureair.com (Located at Pavas Airport, a domestic airport 30 minutes from the International Airport)

If you fly into Nosara most of the hotels offer transportation from the Nosara airport to the Hotel. If you are not staying in a hotel there are usually several cabs standing by at the airport.

There are several hotels within a reasonable distance from the airport. Check our website for more links.

Hostel Casa del Parque: www.hostelcasadelparque.com
Located in the historic district of San Jose right in front of the National Park.

Hotel Coconut House: www.coconuthouse.info
Located 15 minutes from the San Jose international airport. Simple B&B

Bring a passport (your passport must not be due to expire sooner than 6 months from entry date into Costa Rica), toiletries, flashlight, beach attire, sunscreen, insect repellant, yoga wear, walking shoes, sandals, alarm clock, notebook, pen, yoga mat and backpack. All beach and travel wear is casual. If you are registering for Pranassage, long, lightweight pants are required. If you are coming during our Green Season, June – November bring a small umbrella or purchase one when you arrive.

You will need cash in U.S. dollars, or Traveler’s checks. Smaller denominations of $20 or less are easiest to cash. Your change will usually be made in Costa Rican Colones. There is a bank in Nosara with an ATM machine. The bank and the ATM provide cash advances on Visa credit cards only. You must remember to bring your passport/ID along with you in order to make any bank transactions. You do not need to exchange dollars to colones, as dollars are accepted everywhere. The current exchange rate is about 500.00 colones to $1. So $10 is about 5,000 colones.

The graduation ceremony is scheduled the evening before the last day of every program. The last day of your program is a morning yoga practice from 6:30 - 8:30am. Please let us know in advance if you cannot attend this last morning session.

The winter season, December-April, is warm and dry with clear blue skies, and average temperatures ranging from 80-90 degrees Fahrenheit (or 25 to 35 degrees Celsius.) June -November is our Green Season. The mornings from June through September are usually clear and sunny with light rains beginning in the late afternoon. October is the peak of the rainy season, when rains can last all day. Nice weather for reading a book, but not so great for Yoga programs. November is another beautiful month. By mid-November the rains have calmed down, everything is green and happy and somewhat cooler. Bring lightweight clothing, easy to wash and dry. If you arrive in San Jose long pants and a sweater may be needed, as it is high in the mountains.

There is a laundry close to the Hotel Café De Paris. They will wash, dry, and fold your laundry for a fee of $13.00. Your most economical option is to do your own laundry.

The most convenient way to make international calls is by purchasing the Costa Rican calling cards. These cards are very economical and competitive with cards you may purchase at home before your trip. They can be purchased at most of the supermarkets and hotels in the area.

No shots are required.

The following sample daily schedule may change slightly in order to take advantage of the beach and other cultural events.

Yes, there is a $25.00 re-issue fee. Please include a current mailing address

This is a great beach for swimming, boogie boarding, surfing, or just learning to surf. There are always waves to play in. In addition, there are fantastic tidal pools that are great for swimming and snorkeling at low tide. The beach is part of the Ostional Wildlife Reserve that protects its natural beauty. Hotels, restaurants and private residences cannot be built directly on the beach. You will be able to walk for miles collecting seashells.