Elemental Pathways: Healing Hearts & Spirits
A Transformative Life Coaching Retreat with Horses in Costa Rica
August 24 - 31, 2025
Tula Vida
Lake Arenal, Costa Rica
Imagine a journey that transcends traditional life coaching—a deeply intimate exploration of self, healing, and connection, where the majestic horses of Costa Rica become your most profound teachers and mirrors of your inner landscape.
Meet Your Guides:
Anna Twinney: The Voice for the Voiceless
A globally renowned animal communicator with circa 10,000 consultations and over 200 hours of educational materials, Anna brings a profound depth of understanding about interspecies communication. Her unique ability spans multiple domains—she is simultaneously a linguistic expert, medical intuitive, behaviorist, healer, life coach, and medium. Sought after by zoos, sanctuaries, rescues, and professionals from diverse fields, Anna's mission transcends traditional communication: she gives a voice to the voiceless, revealing the sacred wisdom animals carry.
Vincent Mancarella: The Inner Wisdom Architect
A transformative life coach who believes we manifest our reality through conscious thought patterns an trust in the magic and miracles all around us. Vincent guides participants to align with their deepest purpose. His philosophy centers on the understanding that all answers reside within—if we possess the courage to look and the trust to act. Vincent specializes in revealing how health challenges are profound messages from the soul, offering a holistic approach to healing that integrates mind, body, and spiritual blueprints.
The Retreat's Essence Our journey interweaves Anna's vast knowledge and experience as an equine behaviorist, international clinician, trainer, and animal communication expertise with Vincent's soul-centered coaching, creating a unique pathway to personal transformation through the wisdom of horses, nature, and inner guidance.
The 5 Elements Journey Our retreat will explore personal transformation through an immersive experience connecting participants with five powerful dimensions:
- Oneself (Personal Exploration)
- The Land (Environmental Connection)
- The Horses (Equine-Assisted Coaching)
- Spirits Guidance (Intuitive Development)
- The Coaches (Expert Facilitation)
Our retreat weaves together the magical tapestry of personal transformation with three extraordinary horseback adventures, each designed to unlock different dimensions of your spirit and potential:
The Jungle & Hill Expedition: Inner Wilderness Discovery As dawn breaks over the lush Costa Rican landscape, you'll embark on a soul-stirring ride through dense tropical forests and rolling hills. Here, amidst the whispers of ancient trees and the rhythmic hoofbeats, you'll journey into your own internal wilderness. Vincent and Anna will guide you through energetic healing practices, helping you navigate the unexplored terrains of your heart, releasing old patterns, and awakening dormant potential.
The Waterfall Picnic Ride: Nourishing Transformation Imagine a midday ride leading to a hidden waterfall, where pristine waters cascade into a crystal-clear pool. Your horse becomes both companion and catalyst, carrying you to a place of profound renewal. After this adventure, you'll engage in healing rituals, using energy healing and intuitive communication to connect not just with your equine partner but with the elemental energies surrounding you. A locally prepared, nourishing picnic will ground your experience, symbolizing the sustenance of personal growth.
Lake Arenal & Village Pilgrimage: Community and Connection Your final equine journey winds through a picturesque Costa Rican village along ancient ox trails that have witnessed generations of life and story. You'll experience the authentic rhythm of rural Costa Rican life, visit the butterfly garden, and feel the pulse of community. This ride symbolizes your integration—the ways personal transformation ripples outward, touching not just yourself but the world around you.
Throughout these journeys, Anna Twinney's expertise in horse whispering, animal communication & energy healing, alongside Vincent Mancarella's transformative coaching, will create a holistic approach to healing. The horses are not mere transportation but sacred guides—mirrors reflecting your innermost truths, barriers, and unlimited potential.
Between rides, you'll have opportunities for coaching, energy healing sessions, meditation in nature, and personal reflection. The volcanic landscapes, rainforest canopies, and vibrant ecosystems of Costa Rica serve as a living, breathing backdrop to your personal metamorphosis.
Unique Experiences Include:
- Equine life coaching
- TLC: a Pre-ride check & trust-based training technique
- Telepathic animal communication
- Energy healing practices
- Shamanic journey experiences
- Coaching sessions
- Meditation in sacred natural spaces
Participant Experience:
- Daily mindfulness and self-reflection practices
- Holistic personal development strategies
- Trauma-informed healing approaches
- Intuition development exercises
This is more than a retreat. It's a pilgrimage of the heart, an invitation to reconnect with your most authentic self, guided by the wisdom of horses, the healing power of energy work, and the transformative magic of human potential.
Limited to an intimate group, this experience promises not just a vacation but a profound journey of healing, discovery, and rebirth.
Are you ready to ride into your most powerful self?
Location: Lake Arenal and Surrounding Rainforest Territories, Costa Rica
Elemental Pathways: Retreat Daily Journey
Day 1 (a thorough look): Awakening & Connection Participants arrive and are warmly welcomed into a transformative space that honors the profound wisdom of horses. The Reach Out to Horses approach becomes immediately apparent - a unique methodology that transcends traditional coaching by harnessing the deep, non-verbal language of these magnificent beings.
Through carefully crafted exercises, participants begin to explore the realms of intuitive communication, learning to connect with horses at an energetic level. These majestic creatures become more than animals; they emerge as teachers, healers, and mirrors, reflecting the deepest aspects of human potential. The day unfolds as a journey of discovery, where non-verbal communication, intuition, and spiritual guidance intertwine.
An initial holistic assessment with Vincent and Anna helps set personal intentions, while the horses serve as co-facilitators in this profound process of self-exploration. As the day culminates, participants experience their first deep connection with their equine partners, opening doorways to personal growth and transformation that extend far beyond traditional coaching approaches.
The evening sunset meditation becomes a sacred moment of alignment - grounding the group's collective energy and preparing them for the profound journey of self-discovery that lies ahead. Participants begin to understand how, through partnership with horses and openness to spiritual guidance, they can discover their true selves and find harmony within themselves and the world around them.
Day 2: Inner Wilderness Journey A horseback expedition through the lush tropical rainforest becomes a metaphorical and literal journey of self-discovery. Anna guides participants through animal communication techniques while the jungle becomes a living classroom of intuition and connection. Vincent leads workshops exploring how personal thought patterns manifest reality, helping participants begin to unravel internal barriers and connect with their deeper purpose.
Day 3: Waters of Transformation The day centers around a magical horseback ride to a hidden waterfall sanctuary. Participants engage in healing practices, using the powerful natural setting as a catalyst for personal transformation. Intensive one-on-one coaching with Vincent helps individuals dive deep into understanding their soul's journey, removing obstacles, and clarifying personal vision.
Day 4: Community & Connection A scenic horseback pilgrimage through a Costa Rican village offers a rich cultural immersion. Participants explore local life, maybe even visit the butterfly garden, and practice telepathic animal communication. Meditation at sacred natural sites provides space for profound personal insights, culminating in a beautiful cultural exchange that connects participants more deeply to themselves and their environment.
Day 5: Integration & Emergence The final day focuses on healing and integration. The advanced equine energy healing workshop allows participants to practice and embody their newfound skills. The closing ceremony becomes a powerful moment of personal recognition, future visioning, and collective celebration of individual and group transformations. The evening offers space for personal reflection and optional guided activities.
Investment: Comprehensive retreat package including accommodations, meals, workshops, and experiences
Participant Limits: Intimate group (8-10 participants) to ensure personalized attention
This is more than a retreat. It's a pilgrimage of the heart—an invitation to reconnect with your most authentic self, guided by the wisdom of horses, the healing power of energy work, and the transformative magic of human potential.
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Are you ready to ride into your most powerful self?
