Pura Vida Spa - Costa Rica - September 2021
Enjoy an Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa in Costa Rica
You know you need to stay up-to-date with your Continuing Education Requirements, so why not do so in a lush tropical paradise! Learn the skills you need to advance in your massage practice taught by some of our top teachers! In this EduTravel opportunity, you can revel in the unspoiled beauty of Costa Rica, one of the most beautiful spots on the globe. The Pura Vida Spa and Wellness Center is an internationally acclaimed yoga resort nestled in the mountains of Costa Rica, an easy 25-minute ride from San Jose, Costa Rica's largest city. Energize, enlighten and recharge as you learn from some of the most sought-after skills from some of the most highly regarded massage therapy teachers in the world.
Curriculum Paths
- Medical Massage - You can take our complete Medical Massage Practitioner Certification Program, including both the Professional Level and Master's Level. This is the longest-running and most respected national Medical Massage Certification Program in the country.
- Thai Massage - Take Level I and Level II of this amazing modality. This includes a 30-hour intensive program that is considered to be one of the most comprehensive Thai Massage certifications in the world.
- Lymphatic Drainage Series - This includes both the Manual Lymphatic Drainage class and the Advanced Lymphatic Drainage. You will leave the resort with exceptional skills that are in high demand.
- Aquatic Bodywork - Take our newest series. This is a 30-hour course that will teach you how to perform a complete bodywork service in the water.
The opportunity to learn from these gifted instructors is rare enough; to learn from them in this incredible setting will be one of the great of a lifetime. Classes will be held in an elevated pavilion with stunning views of the forest and countryside.
Extracurricular Activities
Group tours will be conducted during off-hours. You can go with the group or make your way on your own. Take a hike to the hot springs, check out a volcano, go zip-lining through a cloud canopy, visit waterfalls, volcanoes, beaches. There are so many spectacular eco-adventures to chose from. Maybe a guided hike through the hillside coffee fields, or a day-long whitewater rafting trip! You might wish to receive spa services or just relax by the pool and enjoy the change of pace. You get to select your curriculum path and your outside activities; it is entirely your choice!
Schedule of All Classes and Activities
Saturday, September 4, 2021, is arrival day; Saturday, September 11, 2021, is departure day. No classes or activities are planned on those dates. Enjoy your free time to relax, explore, or make some new friends!
Sunday 9/5/2021 |
Monday 9/6/2021 |
Tuesday 9/7/2021 |
Wednesday 9/8/2021 |
Thursday 9/9/2021 |
Friday 9/10/2021 |
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Free Time Activities |
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Free Time Evening |
Free Time -or- Excursion to La Paz Waterfalls 8:30am-12:30pm |
Free Time |
Salsa Lessons Evening |
Free Time Excursion to Volcano
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Medical Massage Practitioner Program |
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Day of the Back 10am-7pm |
Day of the Neck (Part 2 of 2) |
Insurance Billing 8:30am-12:30pm Upper Extremity (Part 1 of 2) 1:30pm-6pm
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Upper Extremity
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Lower Extremity (Part 2 of 2) 2pm-6pm |
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Thai Massage Program |
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Thai Massage (Part 1 of 6) 10am-7pm |
Thai Massage (Part 2 of 6) 2pm-6pm |
Thai Massage (Part 3 of 6) 8:30am-12:30pm |
Thai Massage (Part 4 of 6) 8:30am-12:30pm
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Thai Massage (Part 6 of 6) 2pm-6pm |
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Lymphatic Drainage Series |
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Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Part 1 of 4) 10am-7pm |
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Part 2 of 4) 2pm-6pm)
Manual Lymphatic |
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Part 4 of 4) 8:30am-12:30pm
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Advanced Lymphatic Drainage (Part 3 of 5) 8:30am-12:30pm
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Advanced Lymphatic Drainage (Part 5 of 5) 2pm-6pm |
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Aquatic Bodywork Program |
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Aquatic Bodywork (Part 1 of 6) 10am-7pm |
Aquatic Bodywork (Part 2 of 6) 2pm-6pm |
Aquatic Bodywork |
Aquatic Bodywork (Part 4 of 6) 8:30am-12:30pm
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Aquatic Bodywork (Part 6 of 6) 2pm-6pm |
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Pricing
The best part of this adventure is the price. A starting fare of as low as $1595 (guests for $1250) includes your accommodations and meals as well as up to 40 CEU's. This fare also includes transportation from the airport to the resort and back. Rates are determined based on the classes you are taking and the accommodations you desire. Guests (not taking classes) are welcome and have reduced rates (see chart below).
Optional expenses include select tours and excursions, honor bar services and spa treatments. Beer and wine are available for an additional charge. Airfare is not included. Pricing is based on double occupancy. Surcharge for single accommodations is $400. If you are traveling on your own and would like a roommate, please inquire as to our Roommate Finder Program. In most cases, same-gender roommates can be assigned if you travel alone and do not wish to pay the single surplus.
Payment Plan Options:
- A $350 non-refundable, per-person deposit will hold your place in the class and accommodation you select (based on availability.)
- Ninety days prior to the commencement of the trip, one-half of the remaining balance will be due.
- Forty-five days prior to the commencement of the trip, the entire balance must be paid in full.
- Aside from the deposit, all funds paid for this trip are fully refundable up until sixty-days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside of the sixty-day period will be eligible for a credit for the full amount received, to be used at a future LMT Success Group sponsored Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
This incredible price is available to only 25 very fortunate individuals in each program so call early to hold your spot with a fully refundable deposit (at 60-days before the trip, the deposit becomes non-refundable.) Reservations must be made for our Adventure Learning offerings prior to classes being scheduled.
Please call LMT Success Group at #1-800-201-2247 to make your reservation and enroll in classes.
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Deposit (per person) You are placing a per person deposit to hold your space. In the "comments section" at checkout, please indicate your room preference, class selection and whether you will be traveling with a guest. A $350 non-refundable, per-person deposit will hold your place in the class and accommodation you select (based on availability.) Ninety days prior to the commencement of the trip, one-half of the remaining balance will be due. Forty-five days prior to the commencement of the trip, the entire balance must be paid in full. Aside from the deposit, all funds paid for this trip are fully refundable up until sixty-days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside of the sixty-day period will be eligible for a credit for the full amount received, to be used at a future LMT Success Group sponsored Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa. Please call #800-201-2247 to make payment arrangements for the balance due.
Tentalow - Student enrolled in Aquatic Bodywork You have selected the Tentalow accommodation and the Aquatic Bodywork Program. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Single surcharge You have chosen to stay in an accommodation as a single occupant.
Tentalow - Student enrolled in Thai Massage You have selected the Tentalow accommodation and the Thai Massage program. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Tentalow - Student enrolled in Lymphatic Drainage You have selected the Tentalow accommodation and the Lymphatic Drainage Program. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Tentalow - Student enrolled in Medical Massage You have selected the Tentalow accommodation and the Medical Massage Program. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Tentalow - for Guest, not enrolled in classes You have selected the Tentalow accommodation. You will not be enrolling in classes. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Deluxe Room - Student enrolled in Aquatic Bodywork You have selected the Deluxe accommodation and the Aquatic Bodywork Program. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Deluxe Room - Student enrolled in Thai Massage You have selected the Deluxe Room accommodation and the Thai Yoga Program. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Deluxe - Student enrolled in Lymphatic Drainage You have selected the Deluxe accommodation and the Lymphatic Drainage Program. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Deluxe Room - Student enrolled in Medical Massage You have selected the Deluxe Room accommodation and the Medical Massage Program. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Deluxe Room - Guest, not enrolled in classes You have selected the Deluxe Room accommodation and are not enrolled in classes. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Supreme - Student enrolled in Aquatic Bodywork You have selected the Supreme Room accommodation and the Aquatic Bodywork Program. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Supreme - Student enrolled in Thai Massage You have selected the Supreme Room accommodation and the Thai Massage Program. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Supreme - Student enrolled Lymphatic Drainage You have selected the Supreme Room accommodation and the Lymphatic Drainage Therapy Program. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Supreme - Student enrolled in Medical Massage You have selected the Supreme Room accommodation and the Medical Massage Practitioner Program. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Supreme - Guest not enrolled in classes. You have selected the Supreme accommodation. You will not be enrolling in classes. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Suite - Student enrolled in Aquatic Bodywork You have selected to stay in a Suite and enroll in the Aquatic Bodywork Program. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Suite - Student enrolled in Thai Massage You have selected to stay in a Suite and enroll in the Thai Massage Program. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Suite - Student Enrolled in Lymphatic Drainage You have selected to stay in a Suite and enroll in the Lymphatic Drainage Program. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Suite - Student enrolled in Medical Massage You have selected to stay in a Suite and enroll in the Medical Massage Practitioner Program. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.
Suite - Guest not enrolled in classes You have selected to stay in a Suite as a guest not taking classes. All rooms are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling with a companion, please indicate their name in the "comments" section at checkout. If you would like to be enrolled in the "roommate finder program" please note that in the "comments" section. If you wish to hold your place in a single occupancy room for a surcharge, please select that option. All monies paid toward this trip, aside from the $350 non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable up until sixty days prior to the commencement of this event. Cancellations made inside the sixty-day period will be eligible for course credit in the amount paid for a future LMT Success Group sponsored Massage Education Vacation at Pura Vida Spa.