The Anatomy of Sacred Breath - Cristiane Machado - Anamaya Costa Rica Yoga Retreat Hotel Teacher Training, Surf Camp and Eco Lodge

The Anatomy of Sacred Breath – Cristiane Machado

The Anatomy of Sacred Breath: An Empowering and Transformative Retreat in Costa Rica.

 

You’ve been holding your breath… through the stress, the responsibilities, the quiet self-doubt. It’s time to exhale.


This is more than a yoga retreat. The Anatomy of Sacred Breath is a week in Costa Rica designed to help you release what’s heavy, reconnect to your body’s wisdom, and remember who you are underneath it all.

 

Through customizable experiences like yoga classes, breathwork, sacred cacao, and more – you’ll create space to rest, reset, and maybe even reinvent yourself.

 

You don’t need to fit into someone else’s itinerary – you get to choose your own healing journey.

“This trip really exceeded all expectations. The place is as beautiful as the pictures would suggest! Cristiane was awesome, and provided options for all levels. Nearby activities (zipline, beach, surfing, etc.) fun and easy to get to. The food was delicious, and the kitchen asked each of us our preferences and provided accordingly. I’d love to come back and spend another week soon!” – Phil

Retreat Dates:

May 16 - 23, 2026

RETREAT DETAILS

Personalize your retreat: Your week is entirely yours to design. Join all 10 yoga classes, dive into specialized workshops, explore adventurous excursions, or indulge in spa treatments – or simply relax with a book in a hammock. Everything is optional and paid at checkout, giving you the freedom to craft your perfect retreat based on how you feel each day. Save $30 by purchasing our 10 Yoga Class Pack for $150 when you book your stay – this discount is only available at booking, not upon arrival.

Other options available: We also offer many adventurous excursions and spa services. Surf Lessons, Zipline Canopy Tour, Bioluminescence Boat Trip, Tortuga Island Snorkeling Boat Trip, Cooking Class, Salsa Dancing Class, Guided or Free Nature Hikes and a large selection of bodywork and cutting edge Wellness & Biohacking Services.

Rates for Retreat

Base Rates:  This includes 7 nights of accommodations and all meals.  50% paid as a deposit & 50% on arrival. 

Occupancy Type
Dorm
Triple
Double
Single
$895
$1,095
$1,395
$1,995

*The base rates are per person and don’t include yoga classes, workshops, excursions or sales tax.

During this week with Cristiane, you can expect:

    • The deep connection between breath and body – unlocking hidden dimensions of well-being through mindful breathing.

    • The anatomy of breath – understanding how your respiratory system works and how to optimize it for vitality and self-healing.

    • Transformative benefits of conscious breathing – including improved clarity, emotional balance, stress relief, and increased energy.

    • Breath as a tool for grounding and creativity – helping you relax deeply while opening new channels of inspiration.

    • Practical techniques for emotional regulation – breathwork methods you can take home to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and tranquility.

By the end of the week, you’ll feel more centered, energized, and connected… ready to carry these practices into your everyday life.

The Essence of Sacred Breath Workshop:  

Your breath is more than a life force – it is a gateway to presence, peace, and transformation. In this workshop, you’ll learn to cultivate mindfulness through each inhale and exhale, embracing the sacred rhythm that connects you to yourself and the world around you.

Through The Anatomy of Sacred Breath, you’ll uncover practices that calm the mind, nurture inner tranquility, and awaken a deeper sense of authenticity. As you surrender to the flow of breath, you may feel lifted, renewed, and more aligned with your true self.

This 4 hour workshop is divided into 2 sessions that are 2 hours each, and the price is $135 per person.

 

Cacao Ceremony:

Cacao has long been cherished as the “Food of the Gods,” a sacred plant medicine used for centuries to open the heart, awaken joy, and restore balance. Rich in antioxidants, minerals, and the bliss-boosting compound anandamide, cacao is both nourishing for the body and expansive for the spirit.

In this ceremony, guided by Cristiane Machado, you’ll be welcomed with a ritual cleansing before receiving cacao prepared and blessed in the Mayan tradition. Once the cacao is shared, Cristiane will lead you through a meditation that helps align mind, voice, and heart, creating space for deep connection and self-discovery.

Every experience is unique – some feel waves of emotion and release, others a sense of joy, liberation, or heightened clarity. Many describe it as a journey inward, one that leaves them lighter, more open, and deeply connected to themselves.

This is more than just drinking chocolate – it’s an invitation to explore the magic of cacao as a doorway to healing, connection, and bliss.

Price for the ceremony is $50

 

Z-Fit Movement Workshop

Get ready to move, laugh, and let go in this one-of-a-kind class designed to unlock the hips and free the body through self-expression.

With energizing international music and simple, inviting moves, Z-Fit is for everyone – even if you’ve never considered yourself a dancer. It’s less about performance and more about joy, connection, and feeling good in your own skin.

This isn’t your typical workout. It’s a celebration of movement that feels playful, easy, and deeply freeing. Come exactly as you are, meet yourself on the dance floor, and discover how good it feels to love the body you’re in.

Price is $15

Cristiane Machado

Cristiane Machado, a Brazilian-born citizen of the Universe, is a passionate advocate for reconnecting with our divine essence and collective consciousness through therapeutic tools. After moving to the USA in 1999 and attending the Florida School of Massage, Cristiane embarked on a transformative journey that deepened her connection to energy work, yoga, and meditation—practices that reignited her spiritual awakening.

A dreamer at heart, Cristiane envisions a world of equality and community, where everyone is valued beyond societal labels. As a bodyworker, 200-hour yoga guide specializing in Hatha Yoga, and facilitator of well-being, she creates safe spaces for growth and transformation. Cristiane’s journey led her to Montezuma, Costa Rica, where she continues to guide others in reawakening their divinity through yoga retreats, sacred cacao circles, and her YogaLoka Project.

Cristiane’s teaching philosophy centers on Yoga as a lifelong practice, a path to self-knowledge, acceptance, and inner peace. She believes in the power of connecting breath, physical effort, and observation to achieve well-being and heal old patterns. Her inclusive teaching style blends Hatha, Yin, and laughing yoga, making the practice accessible to all. Cristiane’s greatest joy is helping her students take their yoga practice off the mat and into the world, fostering kindness and connection.

“It was my second time to Anamaya in two years and I felt like I was coming home and could be my authentic self.  The entire staff is so welcoming, the views breathtaking, the food delicious and healthy, the spa treatments rejuvenating, and Cristiane is an amazing yoga teacher and workshop instructor!” – Robyn

Join us at Anamaya Resort for a week long retreat and let the transformation begin!
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