Altum Adventures Presents

Surrender

Freediving & Yoga Retreat

15th - 20th February 2026

Step away from the relentless demands of daily life and join us for a profound, six-day immersion retreat focused on the theme of Surrender—the intentional act of meeting discomfort to unlock deeper capacity. From the lush beach paradise of Flamingo, Costa Rica, this retreat is designed for high-achieving individuals ready to recalibrate their relationship with stress and challenge.

No prior experience in freediving or yoga is required. Limited to 8 guests for an intimate experience.

$2,535 per person*

Playa Flamingo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

*10% Early Bird Discount if you book before 31 December 2025!

Surrender to Stillness:

A Freediving & Yoga Immersion

Dive Deep

Explore the underwater world through freediving, where the sensation of pressure at depth requires ultimate presence and surrender
Intention & Focus

Deepen your mental fortitude through meditation, yoga, and breathwork to develop mental and physical resilience
Container of Stillness

Restorative Yin yoga and healing sound bath will invite you to sit with physical and emotional stillness, leaning in to the space that we normally keep ourselves too busy to feel

Dates

February 15th, 2026 - February 20th, 2026

Cost

$2,535 per person without accommodation

*Accommodation available for an additional cost

Early Bird Discount available until 31 Dec 2025

Nearest Airport

Liberia, Guanacaste (LIR)

Location

Flamingo Bay, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Weather

Warm & dry with on-land highs around 31°C (87°F) and ocean temperatures 27-29°C (81-84°F)

Food

Two full, fresh, nourishing meals and healthy snacks will be provided daily*

*Dietary restrictions can be accommodated

Experience

No prior experience is required, though it is recommended to be able to swim up to 200M unassisted

Gear Rental

Feel free to bring your own gear, otherwise all necessary freediving gear will be included (wetsuit, mask, snorkel, fins, weight belt)

Activities

Yoga, breathwork, freediving, meditation, massage, snorkeling, hiking, sound bath, shibari, and cacao ceremony

Molchanovs Freediving Courses

There will be an opportunity to complete Wave 1 or Wave 2 Freediving Courses during the retreat, if desired

Exclusions

Airfare, airport transportation, and lodging are not included*

*Contact us for recommendations

Special Events

A restorative Yin yoga session and healing sound bath will invite you to sit with physical and emotional stillness. Guided experiences like the cacao ceremony and Shibari workshop will expand your capacity for trust and acceptance of vulnerability.

Mastering the Edge of Discomfort

This retreat is designed to move you beyond momentary relaxation and towards sustained, adaptable resilience. You will leave the experience with tangible tools and a fundamentally shifted perspective on challenge.

Mental Resilience & Focus

Elevate Pressure Tolerance

Learn to intentionally manage the physical and mental stress response through freediving techniques and advanced breathwork.

Decouple Discomfort from Panic

Practice the crucial skill of remaining calm and present in physically challenging environments, allowing you to sit in discomfort without resistance.

Sharpen Intentionality

Utilize visualization and meditation workshops to clearly define your boundaries, goals, and focus, translating into improved clarity in your professional life.

Shift from Resistance to Acceptance

Through the process of Surrender, gain tools to acknowledge the gap between effort and outcome, fostering a deep sense of presence rather than striving.

Physical & Emotional Capacity

Foundational Freediving Skills

Acquire the fundamental skills (safety, equalization, breath-holding) needed to explore the underwater world, proving your capacity for rapid physical learning.

Deep Self-Connection

Engage in the intentional vulnerability required by the Shibari workshop and the ceremony of the cacao practice to explore trust, boundaries, and communication in a supportive setting.

Master the Nervous System

Harness the power of Yin yoga and the sound bath not just for relaxation, but for actively training your nervous system to downregulate after moments of intense focus or stress.

Sustained Energy

Establish a potent morning ritual (yoga and breathwork) that you can integrate into your home life, replacing energy debt with sustainable, resilient energy.

Meet the Team

Arlen McCarra

Host
Originally from Texas, I found my home in Costa Rica in 2022, drawn by the rhythm of the ocean and a desire for deeper connection. As a passionate freediver, yoga practitioner, and culinary enthusiast, I curated this retreat to share the practices that have transformed my own life.
While our expert facilitators guide your workshops, I will be your anchor throughout the week—facilitating our ceremonies, assisting in the water, and ensuring every detail supports your journey. My goal is to create a safe container where you feel free to dive in, face the unknown, and truly surrender.
Frank Gutierrez

Lead Freediving Instructor
For Frank, the ocean is the ultimate teacher of surrender. An avid spearo and elite freediving coach, Frank has spent years mastering the currents of Flamingo Bay. He believes that true depth is not achieved by fighting the water, but by relaxing into it. As your lead instructor, he moves beyond standard technical coaching to focus on the mental game—teaching unique breathing and visualization techniques that help you move past your mental blocks and go deeper. Frank specializes in building the "safety container," ensuring that you feel secure enough to push past your perceived limits. He invites you to view the ocean as a mirror, guiding you through an adventure that is as much about exploring your internal landscape as it is about exploring the reef.
Marine Lopez

Lead Yoga & Somatic Therapist
Surrender requires a body that is open and a nervous system that is regulated. Marine brings over a decade of global experience—from the clinics of London to the shalas of India—to guide this physical recalibration. Originally from France, she is a holistic therapist and Ashtanga teacher who blends clinical anatomical knowledge with deep energetic work. Marine’s background is vast, ranging from sports rehabilitation and myofascial release to the tender work of hospice care. At the retreat, she helps you bridge the gap between the mental challenge of the ocean and the physical release of the mat. Through breathwork, somatic bodywork, and traditional Ashtanga, she provides the tools you need to release stored tension, quiet the analytical mind, and prepare your vessel for the deep work.