Blue Mango Yoga Presents
Embodied Spring
A Yoga Immersive
Isla Boca Brava, Panama
March 24 – 29, 2027
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The Invitation
Embodied Spring is a retreat from life’s responsibilities and a return to what is essential.
Held on a secluded jungle island on the Pacific coast of Panama, this immersive experience unfolds within a sacred container — where days are shaped by practice, nature sets the rhythm, and time softens its grip. Here, yoga is not an activity. It is how we live the day.
We rise early for morning practice, gathering in the quiet hours for breath, mantra, and meditation. Movement follows: strong, intelligent vinyāsa that awakens vitality and steadiness from the inside out.
Afternoons offer space for study and refinement. Through mentorship and āsana exploration, practice deepens, clarity emerges, and the body becomes a site of listening rather than effort.
As evening descends, the pace slows. Restorative, yin, and yoga nidra guide the system toward integration and rest.
Surrounded by wild beauty and intentional simplicity, Isla Boca Brava supports a quieter kind of luxury — one rooted in presence, nourishment, and ease. Nothing is asked of you except to arrive, to practice, and to listen.
A return to rhythm. A return to self. A beginning that rises gently, from within. I’ll meet you there.
Details
What’s Included
- 5 nights / 6 days at Selva Terra Resort
- Daily mantra, meditation & prāṇāyāma
- Morning power vinyāsa yoga
- Afternoon āsana labs for alignment & depth
- Evening restorative yoga + reflection
- 3 fresh chef-prepared meals daily
- Coffee, tea, and nourishing tapas
- Taxi + boat transfer from David Airport to Selva Terra
- Kayaks, SUPs, and surfboards
- Howler Monkey Trail + Mangrove Tour
- Time to surf, hike, explore — or simply rest
- A heart-led yoga community
The Setting
Your Sanctuary: Selva Terra
Selva Terra is a private island retreat where thoughtful design meets untamed nature, offering a rare combination of seclusion, comfort, and presence. Guests are accommodated in beautifully crafted jungle bungalows and ocean-facing villas, each designed for privacy, gentle luxury, and connection to the surrounding landscape.
The open-air yoga shala is immersed in the jungle, while nourishing meals — fresh, locally sourced, and beautifully prepared — support practice, restoration, and vitality.
Guests consistently describe Selva Terra as a peaceful, private paradise. The natural surroundings, from howler monkeys in the trees to vibrant marine life offshore, invite deep listening and quiet reflection.
Sustainably designed and largely off-grid, the resort embodies a rare kind of luxury: one rooted in intentional simplicity, environmental mindfulness, and elemental beauty.
The Practice
What to Expect from Practice
Morning Practice
Awaken with Breath & Flow
Mornings begin with grounding mantra, meditation, and prāṇāyāma, followed by an invigorating power vinyāsa flow led by Tiffany. These classes are strong yet soulfully designed to awaken your energy, deepen your awareness, and inspire presence through intentional movement and breath.
Evening Practice
Soften & Integrate
Evenings offer a softer landing with restorative yoga and reflection, inviting integration, rest, and release. Tiffany’s teaching style blends structure with spaciousness, encouraging exploration, depth, and connection both on and off the mat.
Deepen
Afternoon Āsana Exploration
In the afternoons, we shift gears with āsana labs — a chance to take a closer look at your practice. These sessions are part workshop, part deep-dive, and all about curiosity. You’ll explore alignment, transitions, and subtle refinements in a supportive space where questions are welcome and discovery is encouraged.
The Table
Nourishment That Delights
At Selva Terra, each meal is an experience of deep nourishment — crafted to support your practice, your body, and your connection to the land. Expect beautifully balanced, plant-forward dishes that are both grounding and energizing, enjoyed communally in an open-air setting.
From colorful breakfasts to soul-satisfying dinners, the food at Selva Terra is not just sustenance — it’s a celebration of vitality, simplicity, and mindful living.
The Rhythm
A Day in the Container
— sample day schedule —
- 6:30 AMMorning Sādhanā: Meditation + Prāṇāyāma
- 7:00 AMCoffee + Tea + Tapas
- 8:00 AMĀsana Practice: Power Vinyāsa Flow
- 10:00 AMNourishing Breakfast + Smoothie
- 1:00 PMĀsana Lab: Posture Study + Philosophy
- 2:30 PMLunch
- AfternoonPool + Journal + Free Time
- 5:00 PMRestorative Yoga
- 7:30 PMDinner
- EveningReflection + Rest
Your Guide
Meet Your Guide
Tiffany Jelliffe
BMY Founder + Retreat Leader
Tiffany Jelliffe offers a strong and dynamic Vinyasa Flow, blending powerful movement with mindful breath to create a moving meditation that will energize and center you. Her classes are designed to challenge and transform, helping you deepen your practice while fostering greater awareness and presence.
Hi, I’m Tiffany — founder of Blue Mango Yoga on Maui and your retreat leader for this unforgettable week in Panama. I’m so excited to welcome you on a journey of movement, stillness, connection, and rhythm in the magical vibration of this private Pacific island. We’ll breathe deeply, flow powerfully, rest fully, and return to the rhythms that matter most. I can’t wait to meet you, move with you, and share this beautiful week together by the sea.
With love, Tiffany
The Place
Why Isla Boca Brava, Panama
Isla Boca Brava is a place apart. An island where jungle and ocean meet, and life moves at a slower, more deliberate pace.
Off Panama’s Pacific coast, the landscape remains largely untouched. Days are shaped by light, tide, and weather rather than schedules. The natural world does what it does best here — it regulates, grounds, and restores.
Panama sits at a point of meeting. Land and sea. North and South. Movement and stillness. There is an inherent sense of transition in this place, making it an ideal setting for practice rooted in change and renewal.
This is why we gather here. To practice within the elements. To release what we no longer need to carry.
Investment
Choose Your Retreat Experience
Pricing + Room Options
Quadruple Occupancy
$2,550
Per Person
Shared room in the villa suite with 3 other guests.
Double Occupancy
$2,850
Per Person
Peaceful room shared with one other guest. Best for couples or close friends.
Claim Your Spot →Private Room
$3,975
Per Person
Your own private space with ocean views and full access to all shared amenities.
Claim Your Spot →Payment plans available
Reserve Your Spot
- $500 non-refundable deposit required to book
- Balance due March 1, 2027
Cancellation Policy
- Cancel before October 2026 → full refund minus deposit
- Cancel October 1 – December 31, 2026 → 50% refund minus deposit
- Cancel January 1, 2027 or after → no refund
- Travel insurance strongly recommended
Not Included: Flights, tipping, additional excursions, premium alcoholic beverages, travel insurance, personal expenses
Beyond the Mat
Adventure Awaits
FAQ
Things You Need to Know
Selva Terra is located on Isla Boca Brava on Panama’s Pacific coast in the Gulf of Chiriqui, just 60 miles south from Costa Rica. The closest airport is David (DAV). Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly greeted by our driver and personally escorted to the resort. Travel time is approximately 60 minutes from the airport.
Step 1: Fly to David Airport (DAV) — Copa Airlines from PTY or Air Panama from PAC operate daily.
Step 2: Airport transfer arranged by the resort — driver meets you at arrivals, takes you to the marina, then a short boat journey to the resort.
EU and US passport holders do not require a visa to enter Panama for tourist purposes. Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. If you hold a passport from outside the EU or US, check with your nearest Embassy.
The US dollar is widely used throughout Panama. If traveling from the US, you typically don't need to exchange currency. Bring small denominations for minor purchases.
Internet is available in all rooms and common areas. We encourage you to take advantage of your time at Selva Terra to disconnect — but the connection is there if you need it.
Yoga mat (if possible), comfortable clothing, water bottle, yoga towel, reef-safe sunscreen, insect repellent, personal toiletries, lightweight breathable clothing, swimsuit, light jacket for evenings, flip-flops, journal, camera, passport and travel insurance details.
The yoga shala is fully equipped with mats, yogi toes, blocks, straps, bolsters, and blankets. We recommend traveling with your personal mat if possible.
Selva Terra offers spa treatments, scuba diving, island hopping, and more. All activities are additional add-ons not included in retreat pricing.
Deposit is nonrefundable. Cancel before October 2026 → full refund minus deposit. Cancel October 1–December 31, 2026 → 50% refund minus deposit. Cancel January 1, 2027 or after → no refund. Submit cancellation requests in writing to bluemangoyoga@gmail.com. Travel insurance strongly recommended.
Some things are beyond our control and letting go of expectations is an important part of the journey. Even though the weather is mostly heavenly, it sometimes rains. That said, you'll more than likely have one of the most epic weeks of your life.
Reflections
What Past Participants Say
The retreat will forever be imprinted on my soul. I arrived excited about doing yoga every day. I ended up leaving with new lifelong friends and epic memories.
An incredibly rich cultural experience, breathtaking views and practice. A very big thank you for this wonderful opportunity.
The Blue Mango Yoga retreat was the highlight of my 20-year yoga journey. What I wasn't expecting was that I'd fall in love with the person I am in that setting — and that now in my day-to-day life I am still that person.
Come for the yoga.
Stay for the magic.
Enter the container. Let your practice hold you. This is your season to arrive.
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