Rest, restore, renew

Join us for an all-inclusive, restorative retreat. Recharge in luxury while nestled in the hills of Costa Rica.

join us in priceless seclusion

Our curated wellness retreats are designed to help you rest, take a breath, and practice mindfulness while in community with other Black women. With a cap of 8-10 attendees, you’ll be able to do all of that (and more).

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Designed for black women, by black women.

Our wellness retreats are hosted in Costa Rica at a fully staffed, exclusive-use, private villa.

Our mission is to help you focus on being, not doing. You deserve rest, relaxation, and restoration. Pura Vida!

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Recharge in Luxury

  • Free From Distractions

    It is our hope and intention that you take time to unplug from the busyness of life and take a breath for yourself. A moment that you very much deserve as a woman of color.

  • Be authentic. Be you.

    This retreat has been tailored with you in mind. Together, we will shift our mindset from autopilot to embracing what each moment has for us. We will shift from doing to being.

  • Leave feeling restored

    You’ll leave this retreat with the tools to practice mindful living and a deeper understanding of your needs & how to meet them with self-compassion.

don’t just take our word for it.

Hear from past attendees.

  • “Dr. Karen’s mindfulness retreat is really special. She puts so much genuine care into creating a space where we can just arrive and just be. I was able to step away from a place of stress, exhaustion, burnout, into a place of calm, joy, peace, clarity. I feel like I hit a reset button. Like I’m rejuvenated. Like I am remembering who I am and I’m walking away with tools to keep up this commitment of reclaiming my health and my wellness.”

    - Jyesha Wren

  • “Dr. Karen is amazing. She has so much expertise, knowledge, and empathy, and really calls you in to be vulnerable, open, receptive, and to grow, even in the spirit of a short retreat like this one. This was an incredible opportunity for me to invest in myself. To carve out the time to come to a beautiful place and space, and to reflect deeply about what I want more of, what I want less of, and how I can show up more fully for the people that I love.”

    - La Tondra Murray

  • "After returning home from the 2023 Dr. Karen retreat, I developed a deeper appreciation for the power of Being Present. I experienced grace and space, adopted new strategies, and greeted the daily sunrise. [And during the 2024 retreat], I rediscovered the ability to daydream and be still. It was extraordinary, evolutionary, and fundamental. Dr. Karen, thank you for helping me regain clarity during these uncertain times."


    - Tiffany Flanagan

  • “My time here has been more than I ever could have imagined… Dr. Karen’s spirit is so loving and nurturing and knowledgeable. I came here for reflection, and I’m leaving learning how to just be and exist.”

    - Vanessa Cheris

  • “Integrating rest and restoration into my life does not come naturally for me as a Black woman, wife, mom, scholar, and thought leader. Dr. Karen gave me the gift of slowing down, tuning out the noise, becoming comfortable in the quiet spaces…everything I didn’t know I needed.”

    - Rachel Hardeman

  • “I didn’t realize how badly, and how deeply, I needed to rest and refocus until I came to this retreat. It’s always been busy for me to put everything else above my own mental health, but coming on this retreat allowed me to rediscover what it feels like to have a quiet mind, to reclaim my health, and to thrive - not just survive. I’m so grateful for this retreat, and for the deep friendships I formed during it.”

    - Brianna Doe

  • “Attending Dr. Karen’s mindfulness retreat in Costa Rica allowed me to experience a profound sense of balance and rejuvenation. From the tranquil surroundings to the expert guidance in mindfulness practices, every moment was enriching and truly unforgettable."

    - Tara Owens Shuler

  • "Every part of this retreat is crafted with intention. I had needs that I wasn't aware of until they were met. From small details like promptly supplying us with cool compresses and hydration in the heat to Dr. Karen cultivating safe spaces for us to release, I felt a warm embrace from this retreat. Dr. Karen and GG's conscientious efforts are a true privilege to experience."

    - Kayla Bryant

What’s Included:

  • Five nights and six days of all-inclusive, eco-luxury accommodations

  • High quality chef prepared meals made with the freshest ingredients and locally-caught seafood - served on the dining terrace, poolside, or even on the beach!

  • Luxury, private car service from the Costa Rica to the villa

  • Snacks throughout the day

  • Guided immersion into Costa Rica's rich culture and cuisine

  • Daily fitness activities and mindful movement, including yoga, meditation sessions, stress management, and mindfulness practices

  • Personal driver for transportation to the beach and excursions

  • A 48-ft Infinity pool and yoga deck

  • Complimentary broadband Wi-fi connectivity

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your villa stay

Nestled in the hills and only moments from the ocean, you'll be staying in a private, beautiful Costa Rica villa.

And with an outdoor lounge terrace, yoga deck, outdoor showers, and a fire pit, you can enjoy the beauty of Costa Rica in priceless seclusion.

The average daytime temperature hovers between 84º and 90º F.

 FAQs

  • All travelers must have a passport valid for at least 6 months from the trip return date as well as 4 blank pages for all international travel. The concierge will arrange a private car service as you arrive in Costa Rica and travel to the estate.

    A valid passport is required and must be valid at least six (6) months after the date of travel.

    Three weeks prior to departure for the retreat, you must supply your up-to-date flight information.

  • We strongly encourage the purchase of travel insurance to protect the cost of your investment in the event you must cancel or your trip is interrupted.
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    Should you decline purchasing travel insurance, neither BRAVE Company, LLC nor Villa Punto de Vista will be responsible for cancellation, check-in / check-out date modifications, emergency evacuation, accidents abroad, illness, lost baggage, flight mishaps, trip interruptions due to weather or any other reason, and/or travel supplier default. In the event that you have to cancel, modify or interrupt your trip, you acknowledge and agree that you may lose up to 100% of the total trip cost. 
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    NOTE: Many insurance providers require you to purchase travel insurance within 14 days of the "service" you wish to insure.

  • The package rate is inclusive of the following:

    • Accommodations

    • Chef-prepared meals

    • Retreat programming

    • Mindfulness and wellness activities

    • Private transportation from the airport

    Airfare is not included.

  • Yes, you are responsible for booking your own flight to and from the destination.

  • Please plan to depart from the Liberia Airport no earlier than 1pm Costa Rica time.

  • Within one week of booking, you will receive a welcome message with general trip information.

    As the date of the retreat approaches, you will receive additional emails on specifics relevant to your retreat experience.

  • You are more than welcome to book your travel to arrive early and/or stay post retreat.

    If you choose to do so, you will be responsible for identifying and paying for the cost of your lodging for those additional days.

  • While Costa Rica does not require vaccination or a negative COVID test upon arrival, BRAVE Company, LLC DOES REQUIRE ATTENDEES to test negative for COVID-19 within 48 hours of their arrival to the retreat.

    Additional details on this process will be provided to confirmed attendees.

  • It is highly discouraged for attendees to arrive late or leave early. Please plan to attend the retreat for the entire duration. Given that the retreat has a maximum of 8-10 attendees, we have found it can be disruptive to the community that has been created if people leave early or arrive late.

  • The retreat is a non-refundable/non-transferable purchase and is considered confirmed at the time of booking. Retreat payments cannot be transferred to future bookings. No cancellation can be made.

    If cancellation takes place, 100% of your retreat fee shall be forfeited.

  • Dr. Karen

    I am so excited to be on this journey with you. I am passionate about the mental health & wellness of Black women and how we can normalize prioritizing our self-care without judgment or guilt. My family is of Caribbean descent, and I find the most peace by the ocean.

    I look forward to cultivating a life-changing and restorative experience where you can feel freedom through meaningful connections and mindful practices.

    My mission is to create a society in which Black women are seen, heard, and valued. I want you to know that I see you, and I am here. Let’s go rest, restore, relax, and rejuvenate in luxurious Costa Rica because we are worth it, we deserve it, and quite honestly, we need it.

    Meet me there! Pura Vida!

  • Gretchen Fletcher

    Hi, I'm Gretchen, and I'm passionate about guiding others towards balance, purpose, and a deep love for life.

    With over 15 years of experience as a Senior Executive Assistant, I bring a unique blend of organizational knowledge, stellar communication skills, and exceptional attention to detail to every retreat I coordinate.

    My commitment to intentionality and my ability to foster connections are at the heart of everything I do.

    Grounded in my faith, I approach my work with humility and grace, creating transformative experiences for everyone who joins me on this journey.