Advanced Body Class

Your Guide to Joining Us at El Lugar!


旅行和交通


Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría (SJO) is located in Alajuela, about 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) from downtown San Jose, Costa Rica.

Airport Hotels:
Arriving or departing outside of El Lugar shuttle times, or exploring San Jose? Two hotels to consider:

Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
5 km from SJO Airport
approx. $250-300 USD/night

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport 
2 km from SJO Airport
approx $150 USD/night


The national currency of Costa Rica is the Costa Rican colón (CRC).
US dollars* are accepted in many places, and you may receive your change in colónes.

Check current exchange rates at Xe Currency Exchange currency converter.

ATMs are available and credit cards are widely accepted. Credit cards with “plus” option allow cash withdrawal.

For ease of payment, please let your credit card companies know where and when you will be traveling.

*You may have additional costs if you choose to pay in US Dollars

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电邮客服

我们会需要以下信息:
护照上的姓名
护照号
地址
电话号码
课程日期
预计行程日期

Costa Rica customs may ask for the physical address of your destination, here it is:

El Lugar Costa Rica Resort
Heredia, Sarapiqui, Puerto Viejo
Avenida El Lugar 41001
Costa Rica

+506-8516-2650

 

May falls in the rainy season in Costa Rica. The average temperature in Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui in May ranges from a high of 86°F (30°C) to a low of 71°F (22°C). Expect hot temperatures and heavy rainfall, which brings humidity.

Check the latest weather forecast here


What to Bring:

Note:  keep in mind that El Lugar remains under construction in some areas. 

  • Light layers, to accommodate for humidity and air conditioning
  • Party outfit for the last night
  • Hat, swimsuit, light rain jacket, walking shoes
  • Sunscreen, bug spray (eco friendly please), waterproof mascara
  • Pants and boots/closed toe shoes for horse riding
  • Snacks for your room
  • Sugary/Salty snacks to share with everyone
  • Cash for tips: 
    for shuttle driver directly (do not pay driver for shuttle) USD $TBA
    for your room maids (leave in your room on departure) USD $TBA
    for El Lugar staff (give to Access staff to compile and present) USD $TBA

  • If you arrive within the first hour after class starts you will be charged an additional 20% of your class fee.

  • If you arrive more than 1 hour after class starts you will not be allowed to join the class.

  • If you leave before the facilitator ends class, for any reason including travel arrangements, you will be charged an additional 20% of your class fee.

上课场地 

El Lugar Costa Rica Resort

Heredia, Sarapiqui, Puerto Viejo
Avenida El Lugar 41001
Costa Rica

(1.4 km southwest and 350 meters south of the Tigre school)

El Lugar Website

+506-8516-2650

Getting to El-Lugar

 

1. RESERVE YOUR ROOM 
To reserve your room, visit our website www.ellugar.com
-Click on 'Book Your Stay'
- select your dates and choose from the available rooms categories

Alternatively, you can email us at reservation@ellugar.com

📌 Important: during the event, the resort remains open to the public.
We highly recommend booking your room as soon as possible to ensure availability. 
 
2. LOOKING FOR A ROOM-MATE?
Join the Classes at El Lugar telegram thread and connect with others attending.  
*If you already have a roommate only one person requires to contact us and provide both names.

3. EL LUGAR CONCIERGE 
Once your room is booked, El Lugar's concierge team will personally contact you to confirm room details and organize transportation to El Lugar from airport or your location.

4. QUESTIONS?
Contact your live hosts:
Indalecio Lopez
 


The main restaurant 'Deseable' is à la carte breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Room service menu also available.

All casitas have a small refrigerator for refreshments and food you purchase.
 
 

Excursions & Adventures

 
Horseback Riding - inquire at El Lugar Reception 
"Everything I ever learned, I learned from a horse." - Gary Douglas
Featuring Costaricense de Paso, the high-stepping Costa Rican saddle horse.
What can you receive from a horse that you haven't imagined is possible?
What can a horse show you about nature and wildlife if you ask them?

Spa Services - inquire at El Lugar Reception 
Indulge your body and senses by relaxing into El Lugar spa treatments.
Offering massage, facials and salon beauty care services dedicated to sensorial experiences and serenity. 

Additional on-site adventures include Nature Hikes and Birdwatching.

More Adventures - inquire at El Lugar Reception
River Rafting Tour    
Chocolate Tour       
Cable Car Tour
Cahuita National Park Tour       
Motorboat Tour 
Coffee Tour
Arenal Volcano Tour
 

 

生命中的一切都向我来得轻松、喜悦、充满荣耀!