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Transform your Body and Mind to who you're always meant to be in just seven days.

If you’re ready to ditch the self-sabotaging patterns, untether from your past and imagine a newly transformed mind, health and body, come join me in Costa Rica for 7 magical days to reset your nervous system and re-ignite your lost motivation, passions, and vitality while cultivating new and simple life-changing habits. So you heal your relationships and attract new ones that expand your light. Open yourself to the financial abundance you deserve. And reestablish a new relationship with food and body image.

5 SPOTS REMAINING

“Sherry, thank you for encouraging me to attend. I am happy and in joy participating in the Retreat. Your recipe for this program was exactly what I needed: to reset, and to learn what was holding me back and why I self-sabotage. I know that I will face it again and again, and now I have the awareness of what to do about it. Each part of the program was exactly what I needed to move forward and know what to do when I feel fear. This retreat is a brilliant recipe. The closing ceremony was heartfelt. Thank you for shining your light.”

Sandra H.

“The Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica was the planned location where Sherry had rented out the entire resort of Blue Osa. At first I had much apprehension about attending - I needed a passport and to decide how to swing the trip and take additional actions. But I decided to go. The program Sherry put together was exceptionally enlightening for me. It brought to light a number of issues I was unaware I needed to work on. I would highly recommend attending a retreat that Sherry Shaban is running.”

John M.

“Sherry, wow, I did not know what to expect but this surpassed all expectations. Well organized, loved the break-out sessions, and loved the time allowed for everyone to share. The resort was amazing and beautiful. Loved the yoga sessions and workouts. You and Nick did an awesome job keeping all engaged and comfortable. I was so impressed with your leadership skills. Will highly recommend this Transformational Retreat.”

Bessy K.

DURING THIS TRASFORMATIVE WEEK, YOU WILL:

  • Unblock limiting self-beliefs, release addictive habits, and interrupt the patterns that have resulted in self-sabotage and overwhelm, that for years have been blocking your relationships, financial abundance and health

  • Tackle the negative self talk and learn how to overcome the two fears that are keeping you from stepping into the highest version of yourself.

  • Learn to implement a daily ritual of yoga and mindfulness practice that keeps you focused, grounded and in the driver’s seat of your day, everyday

  • Learn my seven powerful lifestyle habits that are guaranteed to transform your mind, health and body forever so your struggle with weight loss, money and relationships becomes a thing of the past

  • Release diet mindset, Make Peace with Food, stop the emotional eating and other coping mechanisms and find the clarity and calmness to feel in control so you can transform your health and body forever

  • Learn to be a master of your nutrition, to intuitively listen to your body’s cues, to meal prep without diets and restriction, and attend a live cooking class to learn simple, delicious Costa Rican recipes

  • Learn the two secret weapons that transform your physique in less than 20 minutes per day – without the need for exercising to exhaustion to see results

  • Learn and practice breathing techniques that shift your nervous system, prevent injury, and stabilize and strengthen the body-mind connection

  • And much, much more that will only be revealed once you arrive in Paradise!

JOIN TRANSFORMATION IN PARADISE COSTA RICA WELLNESS RETREAT AT THE BLUE OSA MAY 24 - MAY 31, 2025.

Escape winter and transform your life in just one week! Blue Osa Beach Resort and Spa is a five star rated luxurious eco-resort nestled in Costa Rica’s Southern Osa Peninsula and it’s exclusively ours for the entire week. Wake up and fall asleep to the mystic sounds of the rainforest, the howler monkeys and macaws, explore the exotic beauty and wonder of the Costa Rican jungle, take an afternoon dip or walk along the warm Pacific Ocean coastline situated just meters away, or take a swim in Blue Osa’s chlorine-free lap pool.

 

Every detail of this retreat is designed with your complete Transformation in mind.  

 

Together, we’ll nourish our bodies with healthy, mouth-watering farm to table food, practice daily meditation and yoga, incorporate gentle and adaptable 10-20 minute workouts for all levels, and enjoy 5-star spa services.

 

Through the powerful processes in our workshops, we’ll honor what we’ve accomplished in our lives so far, break self-sabotaging patterns, release addictive habits and diet mindset entrapment, as well as explore what we’re ready to create next with this newly freed up space in our lives. Plus, we’ll indulge our adventurous spirits with a private resort on a virgin beach in the Osa Peninsula, gentle hiking, and even a cooking class that will make you a beast in the kitchen.

 

By the end of our 7 nights together, you’ll be relaxed, re-inspired, empowered, and confident and ready to dive into the next chapter of your life with the clarity and steps you need to take to get there.

 

We’ve curated an itinerary that through daily simple habit setting, gentle and loving movement, adventure, fun, and powerful mindset work, connects you to your future self, body, mind and spirit forever.

 

Keep reading below to learn more!

 

“What happened here at the Blue Osa with Sherry is nothing short of life-changing. Everything was a surprise intentionally and that made it genuine and significant. What happened here and what I’ve learned will stay with me for the rest of my life and will no doubt guide me through countless uncertain trials and tribulations. It is impossible to put into words how it has truly affected me. All I can do is put the lesson learned into action. If everything turns to sh*t, the first person I’m calling is Sherry and Nick without a doubt."

Eli H.

“There are not enough words to describe how effectively healing this journey was and is. I feel powerful and limitless because I am now aware of the demons that block me from moving towards my goals. The chains that bound me and kept me stuck to my painful past were released one by one. I can never be grateful enough for the chance and opportunity to learn from such a powerful, inspiring woman and mind as Sherry. Thank you from the depths of my heart.”

Kalthoum L.

“I’m 42 years old today, I started my personal development journey at the age of 17, thus I consider myself very much in the space. And even though I have done so much work on myself and for so many years, I still broke through one of my most deepest, darkest shadows that only rose during this retreat. I now have more control over my life."

Souzan S.

Why should you join?

Transformation in Paradise is the world’s premier wellness and mindset transformation retreat that provides the tools to break diet mindset and self-sabotaging patterns to change your mind and body forever.

Unlike other wellness retreats that claim to be life altering but don’t have our 20 years of experience in health, fitness, meditation, yoga, anti-diet nutrition, psychology and personal development, Transformation in Paradise is the only retreat team on the planet trained by Tony Robbins, Rock Thomas, and Joe Dispenza and is the only retreat that uses neuro-linguistic programming and hypnosis to free you from old limiting patterns and self-sabotaging habits so that you can finally become who you are always meant to be.

INCLUDED IN THIS RETREAT PACKAGE:

  • Exclusive use of Blue Osa

  • Eco-friendly accommodations

  • Delicious organic plant-based farm to table meals and snacks

  • 3 fresh meals daily from the Blue Osa farm

  • Access to juice and smoothie bar

  • Roundtrip Shuttle service from Puerto Jimenez To Blue Osa (only applicable on check in date Nov 25 and check out date Dec 2)

  • Daily open air yoga session and workouts overlooking the ocean designed for all levels

  • Time for fun and personalized attention

  • Meditation and Visualization Techniques Training

  • Specialized mindset workshops

  • Secluded beach

  • Chlorine-free lap pool

  • Hammocks

  • Sacred shrine meditation

  • Yoga Mats + Props

  • Free WiFi

  • Free farm tour

  • Organized nature activity with a guide

  • One complimentary spa service of choice

  • Meal prep and nutrition workshops with complimentary cooking class

  • Access to Blue Osa’s travel desk to support your domestic travel needs

  • Costa Rica Taxes

  • Daily housekeeping services

  • NOTE: Flight is not included

FAQ

The cost for multiple occupancy is $3495 USD per person. 

Single Occupancy are fully booked.

Please note that airfare is not included.  Price includes accommodation, transport from/to Puerto Jimenez airport to Blue Osa on check in/out dates, farm to table meals, unlimited coffee and tea, juice and smoothies, housecleaning service, Costa Rica taxes, an organized group activity with a guide, exclusive access to private beach and chlorine-free pool, one spa treatment, and workshops and lessons.

I’m glad you asked! The Transformation in Paradise experience is far more than an all inclusive-vacation!

Happy to explain why the price is what it is, which is based on the actual trip costs:

1) 100% Exclusive Access to private retreat center – we will have the entire Blue Osa resort to ourselves – no other guests outside of our retreat will be permitted to stay.  This means we have the privacy and quiet to fully let go, transform, be vulnerable and even cry if we need to without other resort guests curiously observing us.

This also means we can swim in the pool and sunbathe comfortably, meditate in silence, and attend workshops at our own rhythm and vibe without distractions of kids or people partying at the bar.

The less expensive hotel option has far more rooms and is open to passersby and other hotel guests that would completely impact the magical experience we are creating together.

2) Private beach access.. The Blue Osa is situated on one of the most beautiful Costa Rican private, virgin beaches and it is entirely ours for the full week!

There won’t be any vendors, umbrellas, music, cigarette butts, beer bottles, garbage, cigarette smoking or other inconveniences that we unfortunately find at other beautiful beach destinations. Instead, we’ll be sharing the beach with the macaws, howler monkeys, exotic birds, sloths and other beautiful Costa Rican rainforest creatures.

3) Fully stocked open-air yoga studio overlooking the ocean means clean yoga blocks, mats, blankets and towels will be available for us daily.  Unlike other closed, clammed-up studios which are the perfect host for foot/body odour and viruses, open air studio also means ventilation and a fresh sea breeze at all times.

Plus, our open air yoga platform has the most wicked view of the ocean which means morning meditations watching epic sunrises breaking out of the water.  We get to also enjoy this view during our workshops and workouts!

The less expensive hotel option means yoga outside on the lawn and no protection from the sun/winds and others can watch (no privacy.)

4) Private chefs and farm to table meals. We will be enjoying 3 daily whole food, organic meals directly from Blue Osa’s own farm.

Rather than toast, jam, bagels or cereal for breakfast, sugary pastries and soda for snack, and heavy fast-food style meals for lunch and dinner as in a regular hotel, we will be eating gourmet super-healthy food the entire week, with breakfasts including Costa Rican delicacies, fresh eggs and fruit, home-made coconut milk, granola and gluten-free baked deliciousness, and lunches and dinners that include butternut squash and herb soup, gluten-free home-baked herb focaccia bread with pesto and sun-dried tomato dips, savoury zucchini and squash lasagna (vegan style), epic salads and home made fresh mango dressing, lemon herb chicken and crispy yucca wedges, made-to-order fresh fruit and nut smoothies and juices, and fresh-baked festive gluten-free coconut balls and Costa Rican cakes for dessert and in the afternoon after our excursion, and one Costa Rican style Tapas dinner of several savoury mini-dishes to explore more mouth-watering delicacies….is your mouth watering yet?

 But I think what you’ll enjoy the most, as I did at the Blue Osa (besides the most delicious plant-based food I’ve ever eaten in my life), is the service of the private chefs, who remember your name, your food preferences and allergies, and who customize your plate with so much love and care.

5) Private cooking class. Included in your retreat price is a private cooking class from the chefs at the Blue Osa.  After discovering how delicious and mouth-watering plant-based cooking can be, we are going to learn to become beasts in the kitchen and masters at meal prepping! (Plus there’s an exciting gift you will receive after the cooking class that will only be revealed then!)

6) One group excursion with private guide.  Included in the retreat price is also a group adventure excursion with a private guide that includes a gentle hike for all levels to a water fall and bird watching.  After all, we have to take advantage of Costa Rica’s magnificence while we’re here!

7) One 60 Minute Spa Treatment – once you arrive, you will have the option to book a 60 minute massage, facial or therapeutic treatment of your choice, included in the retreat fee, at Blue Osa’s 5 Star on site Spa.  (You will have the option to book additional spa services as well if you wish).

8) Made to Order smoothies and juices – included also in the registration fee is full access to fresh fruit smoothies and juices to enjoy mid afternoon by the pool or while strolling along the beach.

9) Pick up and drop off at the Puerto Jimenez airport.  Included also in your fee is 45 minute commute by shuttle to and from the Puerto Jimenez airport on the start and end day of our retreat week.

10) Transformation in Paradise workbook and journal – Included also in the price is a hard copy of the transformational workbook you will be using to experience the different processes that will help you unblock self limiting beliefs, release addictive habits and interrupt the self-sabotaging patterns so that you can live life fully on your terms. 

11) Staff – The staff at the Blue Osa go above and beyond to make our stay the most comfortable and magical as possible – from warm smiles and attentiveness to all our needs, daily housekeeping and yoga studio cleaning between sessions, help with booking flights and other out of retreat excursions, to pre-dinner prayers and food preference accommodations – making our stay the most loving 5-Star experience! 100% you will be wanting to come back!

P.S. Gratuity for the staff would be so incredibly and deeply heart-felt and appreciated. If you’re open to it, you can consider $5-10 USD (cash) per day for Blue Osa staff tip.

12) Costa Rican taxes are also include in your registration fees.

13) Other costs of running a high-quality international retreat – preparation and attention to small details such as retreat insurance and parting gifts are also included in the fee.

14) The price includes EVERYTHING once you get to Puerto Jimenez, all food and snacks and trips, excursions, and transportation, local guides, classes and workshops are covered, you will not need to pay for anything else unless you’d like to pick up souvenirs and offer the staff a gratuity tip.

If you have more questions feel free to contact us.

We do have limited availability for single occupancy.  Please email sherry@sherryshaban.com to find out if this option is still available. 

Yes of course! Please email us at sherry@sherryshaban.com to let us know who you are booking with so we can make the arrangements.

We hope this doesn’t happen! We would really love to spend the week with you In Costa Rica!  While we don’t offer a refund for a deposit due to the requirement to purchase non-refundable essentials including accommodation reservations, spa services, outings, meals, beverage packages, etc purchased on your behalf, we do accept that you transfer your reservation to another retreat date within one calendar year or to another person who you have personally arranged with for cancellations more than 60 days before retreat start date. Please contact sherry@sherryshaban.com to work out the details.

Please read the full details of the cancellation policy before booking.  Cancellation policy is found in the footer navigation menu of the website or by clicking here: https://www.sherryshaban.com/pages/retreat-cancellation-policy

We hope this doesn’t happen! We would really love to spend the week with you In Greece!  While we don’t offer a refund for a deposit due to the requirement to purchase non-refundable essentials including accommodation reservations, spa services, outings, meals, beverage packages, etc purchased on your behalf, we do accept that you transfer your reservation to another retreat date within one calendar year or to another person who you have personally arranged with for cancellations more than 60 days before the retreat start date. Please contact sherry@sherryshaban.com to work out the details.

Please read the full details of the cancellation policy before booking. The cancellation policy is found in the footer navigation menu of the website or by clicking here: https://www.sherryshaban.com/pages/retreat-cancellation-policy

 

Not at all! Every workout and exercise is adapted to each athlete’s level, whether beginner or advanced. The workouts are short and the goal is to learn and connect with the body so that training is fun, flexible and adaptable to allow for consistency.

We will be slowly integrating you into meditation, teaching you the principles and how to focus on your breath.

Meditation is a powerful tool to transform the mind, release disturbances, overcome stress, and shift into a new identity of limitless potential.  We will teach you how to do all of that and more!

Not at all! Our yoga sessions are a gentle way to activate and stabilize the body, reduce injury, and start the day.  Safety is the primary goal and the flows are adapted to all levels.

One of the reasons I chose Blue Osa to host Transformation in Paradise is their flexibility and adaptability at accommodating various nutritional considerations and food sensitivities.

Shortly before your retreat, you will receive a form where you will be asked to include your food preferences.  This includes vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free options.

**Please note that the food served at Transformation in Paradise retreats is primarily gluten-free and plant based meals.  On a couple occasions, we will be offered farm raised chicken as dinner options, however beef, pork and other animal meat will not be served.

The objective is to experience and perhaps introduce you to how satisfying and delicious fully body mouth-watering plant based meals can be! 

Plus, you’ll learn how to prepare these meals and become a wiz in the kitchen during our plant based cooking class!

Blue Osa Travels helps you plan your trip easily and worry-free. Blue Osa Travels can:

  • Help you with all of your flights – both international and local.
  • Take care of any additional nights you need in San Jose or Puerto Jimenez.
  • Book any day trip tours you would like to do in San Jose and Osa Peninsula.
  • Book accommodations in San Jose.

If you would like Blue Osa Travels to take care of you, please email info@blueosa.com and include:

  • Your international travel itinerary.
  • Your name, retreat name (Transformation in Paradise), and retreat leader (me!)
  • If you will need them to book any nights for you in Puerto Jimenez.
  • If you will need any additional nights in San Jose
  • If you would like to book any tours in San Jose
  • Requests for any other travel needs in Costa Rica.

Blue Osa is located about 8 miles (11 km) south of Puerto Jimenez on the Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica. Known for its rich bio-diversity and stunning natural beauty, the region has been called the most biologically intense places on Earth by National Geographic.

Blue Osa is nestled near Corcovado National Park and the warm shores of the Gulfo Dulce — the perfect place to see endangered rainforest plants and animals.

To get to Blue Osa, book your international flights to San Jose, Costa Rica. (airport code SJO)

From San Jose, you will fly or drive (if you wish to rent a car) to Puerto Jimenez. You may book your local flights directly with Costa Rica’s national airline, Sansa Air, or Skyway. If you are staying overnight, you may want to consider booking with Aerobell as it is located in Pavas, which is much closer to downtown San Jose.

The Sansa/Skyways Airport terminal is about 100 meters from the International airport. Once you exit from immigration, you take your luggage and walk left. You will exit the terminal onto the main street and then keep walking until you come to the airport. Costa Ricans are so friendly and asking for directions is super welcomed!

Once you book your flights, please email sherry@sherryshaban.com with your flight details so I can help arrange the shuttle pick up/drop off.

If you’d like help booking your local flight from SJO to Puerto Jimenez, Blue Osa can help you do that as well as book accommodations in San Jose if you need it.  Simply email info@blueosa.com your name, your travel itinerary and that you are joining Transformation in Paradise with Sherry Shaban.

Remember you can email me at any time for questions about this!

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“The Transformation retreat led by Sherry and Nicholas surpassed all my expectations. Sherry’s generosity and giving nature shined brightly and brought a group of strangers together in a genuine and healing space. I am coming away from this experience holding onto new beliefs - knowing that I am limitless and capable. This retreat is truly life changing and an experience that has opened my heart and allowed me to create new truths about myself. I am leaving inspired with an open heart and the practice to grow into myself. Thank you Sherry and Nicholas for such inspirational and loving leaders.”

Brisa H.

"I came to the retreat without expectation. I was a blank canvas. I came away with much more than I could have expected. I learned about myself and what true strength and courage looks like. I met people who showed me what a hero is made of. I came away with a deep appreciation of how a transformation takes place and how important it is to take the small steps towards my journey. Sherry and Nicholas were incredible facilitators. They guided the daily meetings just enough to encourage each participant to share and grow but never too much to stifle the conversation. Their mastery of the subject matter was inspirational. I know I will continue on my journey to self-discovery for I have found my mentors.”

Mark L.

“I entered the retreat in Costa Rica with no expectations. I was there to ‘workout,’ ‘meditate,’ ‘journal’...or so I thought. Sherry and Nicholas completely blew it out of the water and flipped my world upside down. I went in thinking I want to work on one thing, and left with something completely different. This has been truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience and I will carry everything I’ve learnt and experienced with me for the rest of my life. I highly recommend this to anyone that wants to work on themselves, both physically and mentally.”

Juna S.
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Wayne & Angie

“Neither my husband nor I had done yoga before, but we wanted to do something radical together to kickstart our health journey.  To be honest, before we arrived, we were afraid of being judged because of the modifications we required due to our physical needs.  Instead, we found that Sherry created a safe, non-judgmental environment that gave us the freedom to learn at our own level and gave us some invaluable tools that we can expand on as we progress in our journey. 

Transformation was about so much more than just fitness. The program was phenomenal.  We also explored how to let go of the obstacles that have been blocking our success in many areas of life and we were introduced to methods for overcoming obstacles in the future while being immersed in a tropical paradise with delicious, healthy food and luxurious surroundings.  We left the retreat feeling closer as a couple and with a plan that we can easily fit into our lifestyle together.  We definitely plan to attend another one together in the future.

Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just beginning your journey, you will find extreme value in Sherry’s program.  We cannot recommend it enough!”  

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