Connect with like-minded women while you challenge yourself rucking through the jungle, practicing yoga, and witnessing the wild nature around you. Relax and recharge at the breathtaking Botanika Resort, nestled in the heart of the verdant Osa Peninsula.
"Movement should be a joyful experience that makes you feel amazing in your body."
- Liz Plosser
RUCK
Each day, we’ll embark on a ruck through some of the most breathtaking and challenging terrain the Osa Peninsula has to offer. From the dense jungles to the open beaches, and everything in between, you’ll push your limits while soaking up the raw, tropical beauty of Costa Rica.
FLOW
Our yoga sessions are designed to keep you moving with ease, and feeling balanced and strong. Each flow will help you recover, preparing both body and mind for the next adventure.
GORUCK’s creative director, and the former Editor-in-Chief of Women’s Health, Liz believes that movement should be a joyful experience that makes you feel amazing in your body. Although she loves to lift heavy these days, she’s also completed 10 marathons, a half-Ironman, and was a competitive athlete growing up. Expect her to share many high-fives and good vibes as we ruck and hang out at the resort together.
Emily McCarthy
Co-founder of GORUCK, Emily is a lifelong athlete who was a collegiate runner before she discovered the benefits of rucking over two decades ago. While her competitive spirit thrives in endurance challenges, she finds equal joy in being a beginner—whether catching waves or climbing, always eager to learn from those around her. Her preferred habitat is a jungle beach, where she can soak in the beauty of nature, sip fresh coconuts, and embrace the rhythm of the great outdoors.
Nichele Cihlar
GORUCK’s Director of Training and an experienced Strength Coach and Yoga Instructor with 20+ years of training & guiding others to a healthier lifestyle. Nichele has been instrumental in shaping GORUCK’s approach to movement and recovery. She led GORUCK’s first retreat to the Osa Peninsula and personally trekked the trails we’ll be taking on. Throughout the event, Nichele will be there for each ruck, leading yoga flows to keep you strong, flexible, and ready to tackle every challenge ahead.
YOUR DESTINATION
THE OSA PENINSULA
This is a destination for adventurous souls who are looking to retreat to a place National Geographic called “the most biologically intense place on earth.”
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES
DAY 0 // August 28
- 5PM Arrive at Botanika Resort
- Shake Out Yoga Flow
- Welcome Dinner with Liz Plosser and Hosts
DAY 1 // August 29
- Beach Sandbag + Ruck Training
- Jungle Ruck
- You Pick Your Vibe: Surf or Yoga Flow
- Perform at Your Peak talk with Liz
DAY 2 // August 30
- Yoga Flow + Mobility
- Boat Tour of Golfo Dulce
- Jungle Ruck + Wildlife Sanctuary Visit
- Meditation + Breathwork Flow
- The Art of a Pivot talk with Liz
DAY 3 // August 31
- Longer Ruck through Corcovado National Park
- Yoga Flow + Meditation
- Product Testing Happy Hour
- Celebration Dinner + After-party
- Patch Ceremony + Closing Remarks
TRAVEL DAY // September 1
- Depart Botanika with flight to SJO included
For those who want more, we offer massages, excursions, and an extended stay at Botanika. Dive deeper into the magic of Costa Rica with optional activities such as fishing charter and other unique experiences. Alcohol is not included in the package, but of course, can be enjoyed as an add-on with meals and at leisure.
Future Product Testing
Be among the first to put our newest GORUCK gear through the paces in the rugged terrain of the Osa Peninsula. From dense jungle trails to open beaches, you'll experience firsthand how our latest gear performs in real-world conditions—giving direct feedback on what works when it matters most.
TRY SOMETHING NEW
You will have the opportunity to do more of what you are drawn to. Be it surfing the rolling point breaks of Costa Rica, growing your meditation or yoga practice or challenging yourself with harder rucks and tougher beach workouts.
WHERE YOU WILL STAY
We will have five star accommodations at the Botanika Resort, Osa Peninsula, including local cuisine prepared by world class chefs, and other luxuries in this part of the world: hot showers, A/C, and warm beds. The sounds of the rainforest are all around, making it the perfect place to recover for the next day, after an honest day’s adventure
REGISTRATION + PRICING
Single Occupancy: $3400
Double Occupancy: $2900
Note: The event is limited to 20 Participants. 50% of the registration fee is due at booking and full balance is due by July 1, 2025
What's Included
TRANSPORTATION FROM SJO TO BOTANIKA:
We take care of your transportation to and from SJO - Puerto Jimenez. Once you arrive in Puerto Jimenez we will pick you up and bring you to your final destination, Botanika Resort.
ROOM, BOARD & ACTIVITIES:
Enjoy three delicious, locally-sourced meals each day prepared by world-class chefs. You will be staying at Botanika Resort for five days and four nights. All listed group activities and flow sessions are included in the price as well as GORUCK swag. A photographer will be on site to capture images of the group.
