Retreat Centers
Rio Shanti
Rio Shanti was a small yoga, dance, massage and crafts center by the river in Monteverde, in the cloud forest of Costa Rica's northern mountains. We couldn't confirm in November 2026 that it's still open, so check locally before you go.
Update, November 2026: We couldn't confirm that Rio Shanti is still running. Its website no longer loads and we found no recent listings, so check locally before planning a visit.
Rio Shanti was a small center for yoga, dance, massage and local arts and crafts in Monteverde, in Costa Rica's cloud forest. It was housed in the Boehm house, described at the time as the oldest building in Monteverde, on the river in the middle of the community, and the owners kept much of the old house's character when they turned it into a wellness center.
Yoga at Rio Shanti
When we first wrote about it, Rio Shanti ran vinyasa flow, gentle and restorative yoga classes, open to all levels. A gentler class based on traditional hatha yoga combined basic stretches, breathing techniques and a closing meditation.
Dance and massage
The center also taught Brazilian and Afro-Cuban dance, a Latin-rhythm workout with salsa, merengue and reggaeton, beginners' ballet and hip-hop. A massage room offered massage and facials, and a boutique sold arts and crafts.
Yoga in Monteverde and the mountains
Monteverde is cool, green and often misty, with cloud forest reserves, hanging bridges and good birdwatching. For yoga in the northern mountains, see the Arenal and Monteverde section of where to do yoga in Costa Rica, and our guide to choosing a yoga retreat.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rio Shanti still open?
We couldn't confirm it in November 2026. Its website doesn't load and we found no recent listings or reviews.
Where was Rio Shanti?
In Monteverde, in the Boehm house by the river, in the cloud forest of northern Costa Rica.
What did Rio Shanti offer?
Yoga classes for all levels, dance classes from salsa to ballet, massage and facials, and a crafts boutique.
[Updated on: 4 November 2026]
