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Step Into Community

Your 4-Day Immersive Retreat to Prepare for Intentional Community Living

📍Pura Vida Retreat, Costa Rica

January 10-13, 2026

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Craving connection, but are you ready to live in community?

 

Maybe you’ve done online research, visited a few places, or even had a taste of communal living in the past.

And now, the call to community feels stronger than ever.

But the big questions still swirl…

  • Is community living right for me?
  • How do I actually make this happen?
  • What kind of community is my match?
  • Do I have enough value to offer?
  • Am I confident I can make this leap?
  • Is it even possible at this stage in life?

These are all critical questions on the journey.
You’re not alone in asking them.
And you don’t have to figure it out alone, either.

That’s what this retreat is for.

Step into community with confidence and clarity.


Join the four-day immersive experience designed to help you step forward on your path to intentional community living.

Led by Cynthia Tina, founder of Community Finders and Ecovillage Tours, and a longtime community matchmaker, this is a rare opportunity to step away from daily life and step into what could be your next chapter.

Whether you’re just starting to explore the idea of intentional community, or you’re already deep in the search—take some time out of life as usual to join us in beautiful Costa Rica.

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Cynthia explains all about the retreat in this short video ☝️

During our time together, you’ll:

  • Get clarity on where you are in your journey and what kind of community fits you best

  • Explore what you have to contribute—and what you don’t (yet!)

  • Learn how to confidently evaluate communities so you don’t waste time on the wrong fit

  • Practice presenting yourself in ways that feel honest, grounded, and empowered

  • Gain tools, support, and a boost of confidence to move forward—on your terms

  • Live in community for a few days and feel what that’s really like

Who this is for:

You’re ready for a new chapter.
Maybe you’re navigating a big transition—retirement, caregiving, a breakup, a change in health—or just feeling a deep yearning for more connection.

Whether you’re community-curious or community-committed, this retreat will leave you with:

  • Clarity on what kind of community is right for you

  • Confidence in who you are and what you bring to the table

  • Tools and insights to take action—especially for when visiting communities

  • Authentic connection with others on a similar path

  • A lived experience of community to guide your next steps

  • A chance to pause, reflect, and breathe—away from the overwhelm

Join us in Costa Rica 🌿

We've booked a stunningly beautiful getaway for your retreat with us, so you can rest and relax into community. 

📍Pura Vida Retreat and Spa

January 10–13, 2026

Escape winter and join us in the warm tropics Costa Rica at a stunning mountainside spa —Pura Vida Retreat and Spa.
Imagine cooling breeze, gorgeous views, healing pools, and very easy to reach.

Free shuttle service from/to the SJO International Airport.

Private room upgrades available for those seeking quiet, yet plenty of connection nearby.

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👋 Meet your retreat guide Cynthia, the community matchmaker

 

Cynthia Tina has visited over 200 communities across the globe, lives in a Vermont ecovillage, and helps thousands every year take their first steps toward connected, sustainable living.

She’ll help you navigate your own path—whether you’re dreaming of moving into a community, traveling among many communities, or ready to build something from the ground up.

In Costa Rica, you'll get to retreat with Cynthia and Jason!

Longtime Costa Rica resident, Jason Thomas is the Director of our Ecovillage Tours in the region.

With a deep background in permaculture, community living, and regenerative culture, he’s led multiple journeys across the country and co-founded Finca Fruition, a permaculture homestead and education center. He’s also the host of Regeneration Nation Costa Rica, a podcast highlighting projects working toward social and ecological well-being.

Grounded and welcoming, Jason brings a rich blend of experience and heart to his role as co-facilitator.

How you can join

 

We’re curating a small group of 16 people per retreat to ensure meaningful connection.

To request a spot, please fill out a short application.

Once your application is approved, you'll be sent a payment link to confirm your reservation.

Only 4 spots left! 
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An affordable retreat

Most retreats are selling for thousands of dollars. We're keeping ours accessible and have given a few scholarships too.

 

✅ Retreat Base Price: $999 USD

  • 3 nights shared lodging

  •  All meals from dinner on Day 1 through lunch on Day 4
    (fresh, local and organic + adapted to your dietary needs)

  • Workshops, facilitation, and learning materials

  • Excursions to nearby communities or local natural spots

  • Complementary shuttle from/to the SJO International Airport

Optional Upgrade: Private tiny bungalow or room: +$400

FAQs

Testimonials

So much love for our retreats, tours, and programs!

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Joia Holman

With expertise, humanity, and intuition, Cynthia asked targeted and guided questions that helped lead me to define and refine what I am seeking in a community. She is personable, easy to relate to and steadfast in her knowledge of intentional communities. I wholeheartedly recommend her to help guide you in your search for a well matched community!

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Allan Stillman

Cynthia was masterful. She helped me clarify the intentional communities that fit me, better get to know them, and finally choose one that I’m now a member of. She also raised my cultural understanding of community living to help me launch a new chapter of my life. I have no doubt anyone in a community journey will find great value in her guidance. She is also a deeply warm thoughtful soul to work with.

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Adam Morrision

Cynthia proved to be an excellent ally in assisting me in my search for ecovillages and communities. She recommended several sites that I had not heard of, many of the which she had visited personally. I felt very inspired and hopeful after our session — her enthusiasm for the regenerative movement is very infectious and genuine, which combined with her experience and commitment made her a great helper for finding the best next steps forward for myself.

Ready to step forward?

 

Not everyone will understand your desire to live differently.
But we do.
And you’re not alone.

Join this special retreat to step towards community.

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