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Flourish Within Sanctuary Costa Rica

Flourish Within Sanctuary  ·  Costa Rica

Flourish
Within

Step into the serene embrace of the Costa Rican jungle humming by the ocean for a soul-nourishing curated experience

Somatic Therapies Retreats Tantra Holistic Wellness Life Coaching Conscious Relating
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Our Philosophy

A Journey Home
to the Heart

"When we excavate what lives in the body, we open the Pandora's box, attuning our nervous system and returning to harmony within."

Flourish Within is a guiding pathway of nurturing resilience, grace, and inner peace in the Body, Mind, Nervous System and Soul — a journey of dissolving the shields that stand in the way of thriving health, heart-centered living and a soul-infused life.

A gentle de-armouring, welcoming the lightness of being. A curiosity to discover our authentic self, unobstructed by fears, limitations and judgments. Learning to authentically relate to oneself and others with confidence and presence.

Our devotion lies in empowering individuals to embrace their potential and find Joy in the tides of Transformation.

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Our Offerings

Curated Retreats
in Costa Rica & the US

Nervous System Reset

Nervous System Reset

Somatic regulation, breathwork & holistic detox

Heart of Intimacy

Heart of Intimacy

Couples tantra & somatic retreat

Women's Empowerment

Women's Empowerment

Reclaim your life force, vitality and wholeness

Selva Sagrada

Selva Sagrada

5 days · Surf · Breathwork · Yoga · Jungle · Southern Costa Rica

We heartfully welcome you at Flourish Within Sanctuary, nestled in the heart of the Costa Rican jungle, where the ocean whispers and the Earth pulses with ancient wisdom. In this oasis of serenity, we invite individuals, couples, and groups to embark on deeply transformative retreats designed to restore balance, awaken vitality, and nurture connection.

"Tensions and perceived blockages are not obstacles — they are doorways and invitations, signaling where our energy seeks to move, where our being longs to open." Reserve Your Space

What Clients Say

Transformations Shared

"
The experience was nothing short of life changing. It’s incredible that in just a few days I could come away a new man. After this retreat, I feel somehow lighter. Weight has been lifted from my body, mind and soul. Blockages that must have been with me for decades are cleared. I came to them in a particularly difficult emotional condition after a hard breakup — they create such a safe and loving space. I feel like I could spend years with healers and therapists and years of yoga and meditation and never get these results. These wonderful individuals have dedicated a large part of themselves to learning and practicing this art. They live it every day.
David
David
Personal Retreat
"
Heart of Intimacy Retreat in Costa Rica was exactly what we needed to deepen our intimacy and communication. From the moment we arrived, we felt supported, understood, and cared for. The bodywork, breathwork and tantra workshops opened new pathways of connection. We were able to release old patterns, rediscover each other, and step into a more authentic way of relating. This retreat brought meaningful shifts that continue to shape our relationship.
Clay and Marie-France
Clay & Marie-France
Couples Retreat
"
Michael and Astara were incredible at holding space for us both to surrender individually and as a couple. This was not an easy process at times but they made us feel so safe and supported in every way. Their work is beautiful, intuitive and has so much Grace. Their sharing has helped us continue to grow our conscious relationship to another level. We are eternally grateful to them both.
Lisa and Darren
Lisa & Darren
Couples Retreat
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I came with my husband to deepen our bond and release what has held us back from fully trusting each other. After a very shamanic de-armoring session, deep blockages were dissolved and my hips that were locked suddenly opened to let go of what was suppressed. I felt so much lighter. I felt like a new woman, vibrant and full of life. I was able to experience the depth of orgasmic energy, connected to my heart and my husband. It was divine.
Anonymous
Personal Retreat
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Your Facilitators

Michael & Astara Garvin

Founders of Flourish Within  ·  Relationship & Intimacy Guides
Somatic Facilitators & Retreat Leaders

Both endowed with the gift of intuitive healing strengthened by extensive somatic trainings — Breathwork, Himalayan Kriya Yoga, Quantum Healing, Bodywork — we are passionate about creating sacred spaces for Holistic Wellness, nervous system regulation, Tantra, and sacred sexuality.

Our union and journey of being parents has been a force of healing of our deepest core wounds and growth, as the most intimate mirroring of our subconscious patterns, intergenerational healing, and innate strengths. It has been an immense catalyst for our evolution.

"(R)Evolution starts within, in the temple of your own heart. It is our privilege to be this sacred bridge after walking this path ourselves for over a decade."

We would be honored to walk beside you on your healing journeys — offering valuable tools and heart-centered mentorship to claim the joy, power, and wholeness that is your birthright.

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