August 11-15 2025

WildWONDER

Families transforming, together.

Embark on a one-of-a-kind journey at WildWONDER.

Where your guardians have passionately crafted 3 full days of intentional parallel and cooperative programing for you and your children.

Through the transformative power of movement, music, flow, and divine play, your family will emerge from our jungle sanctuary feeling rejuvenated, inspired, and deeply connected to the humans they cherish the most.

Your Guardians

  • Yuj Archetype

    SOMATIC ALCHEMIST & SELF-MASTERY ARTIST

    Yuj is a somatic alchemist and self-mastery artist. He is a multidisciplinary creator devoted to exploring the nature of integration, embodiment, authenticity, and transformation. He has cross-pollinated the realm of music, science, math, and art to share an insightful experience in immersive people in movement and sound workshops and performances. Yuj's gifts and talents have brought his presence to sacred plant ceremonies, festival performances, immersive ritual performances, and NYC's most popular late-night events and wellness hubs to share an unforgettable experience connecting you to transcendental and transpersonal states of existence. He offers teachings focusing on understanding the energetic system through psycho-somatic, biofeedback, the voice, and right relations with life and being. His integrity is centered on honoring one's truth, harmony with earth and nature, and building communities to support the emergence of collective unity and healing. Yuj has converged spiritual knowledge of "self" from multiple paths focusing on ideals that help humanity become better, on a individualistic and collective level of identity. He has worked with all age groups whether it is song circles, yoga classes, therapy-narrative formats, and the nature of "play". Yuj is most known for his unique capabilities in music and storytelling that your soul remembers forever. 

  • Kat Alexander

    TRANSFORMATIVE EDUCATOR & EXPERIENCE DESIGN ARTIST

    Kat Alexander is a transformative educator and experience design artist who has dedicated her life to exploring and innovating alternatives to traditional educational models. With a humanistic approach, she recognizes the inherent value and potential within each individual, focusing on fostering self-love, a strong sense of belonging, and the drive to create meaningful change. Her advocacy for transformative education aims to unlock the full potential of today’s children, empowering them to contribute to a future where humanity thrives, and the earth is preserved.

    As an interdisciplinary learning specialist, Kat uses her expertise in science, engineering, music, math, and the performing arts to curate transformative experiences for children and families. Kat is deeply committed to engaging humans in the process of discovery, divine play, and creative self-expression. With a passion for activating spaces that nurture authenticity, Kat creates safe environments where children and families can access their true selves and embrace vulnerability. By blending different disciplines, she fosters an environment where learning is not just about acquiring knowledge, but about connecting with one’s inner potential, collaborating with community, and exploring the world through creative expression.

    With a background in dance, music, and circus arts, Kat has witnessed firsthand the incredible power humans tap into when they access the flow state. She curates environments where individuals are fully engaged in the present moment, allowing them to experience a deep sense of presence and joy. Intensely grateful for the opportunity to appreciate all that exists, Kat is dedicated to helping others break free from the constraints of the conventional world and embrace a life energized with creativity and bliss. She believes that through the arts, sciences, and mindful engagement, we can unlock the limitless potential within us and be truly extraordinary.


  • Aura Goddess

    HOLISTIC WELLNESS PRACTITIONER

    Aura Goddess is a holistic practitioner and intentional DJ with deep reverence for nature and ancient traditions. She honors the elements of fire, water, earth, and air, nurturing the mind, body, and soul. With a focus on the chakra system, breathwork, flow art, and creative expression, she awakens individuals to their true potential and helps them embrace their divine essence.

    Aura teaches the art of living in ceremony, inviting individuals to integrate sacredness into their everyday lives. This journey involves cultivating mindfulness, and intention in all actions, regardless of one's path. By embracing rituals and practices, she empowers others to find deeper connection, meaning, and joy in their daily experiences, transforming ordinary life into a continuous celebration of existence. Her mission is to elevate the world through the power of music, movement, and art. As a DJ somatic healer, she uses curated soundscapes to create healing experiences that invite deep awareness and connection. By blending music with somatic movements, Aura facilitates a transformative remembrance, encouraging participants to release tension, embrace their emotions, and tap into their inner wisdom bringing forth renewal and growth.

    In addition to her spiritual practices and community offerings, Aura brings over 12 years of experience working with children in diverse settings, including after-school programs, daycare, nannying, and private events. Her playful yet intentional approach creates nurturing environments where children can explore their creativity, develop emotional awareness, and build confidence. By integrating mindfulness, movement, and artistic expression, Aura empowers each child to embrace their individuality and navigate the world with joy and resilience.

Our Offering

Wild Wonder Family Retreat aims to nourish and awaken your mind while creating space for divine play(līlā), authentic self-expression, and scientific discovery. Delight in the wonders of nature and call in your higher self throughout 5 days of intentional, consciousness expansion. Designed specifically for families interested in exploring the jungles of Costa Rica in a safe, curated environment, we offer a full itinerary of cooperative and parallel programing for children and adults that will facilitate discovery and growth for all.

  • Our local chefs provide 8 dinners and breakfasts cooked on-site at the Villa. All meals designed with thoughtful and caring intentions for an abundant and nourishing time.

    We offer the opportunity for retreat participants to volunteer as sous chefs for a dinner of their choice. A moment to connect with the food, the land, and the humans putting love into our meals.

  • A cacao ceremony to welcome you as we attune to nature’s wisdom.

    Drop into your heart as we begin this journey together. A perfect way to open up to new experiences.

    A closing cacao ceremony will invite everyone for a final farewell to reflect on the seeds that have been planted. A way to remember and continue to grow in the moment we’ve shared together.

    All cacao ceremonies offer beautiful teachings about nature and life itself. A heart-centered gathering facilitated by Yuj.

  • Each morning of our 3-day journey together, an invitation to start our day by honoring the body we wake up with!

    Every morning, Aura or Yuj guides us through open-flow of movement combining yoga, free-contact improv, dance therapy, and play

    Begin each morning with somatic movement experiences designed by Aura and Yuj.

  • Are you ready to see the world through energy and vibration?

    We will have interactive group activities and hands-on energy labs where you and your children can explore the realms of sound and vibration. A setting to engage our minds to truly see the interconnection of all beings.

    Developed and Facilitated by Kat and Yuj.

  • A workshop experiment opens up our imaginations to the power of your voice. A guided vocal activation circle where everyone learns the qualities of active listening, empowerment and authenticity. A way to create deeper bonds in creative expression through one of the most powerful tools we have: the voice!

    A Soundscape Journey compliments the vocal activation workshop where we will travel through the different emotions sound offers.

    A multi-disciplinary playground of music and sound facilitated by Yuj.

  • This immersive biology investigation offers an exciting opportunity for both children and adults to gain a deeper understanding of the jungle's unique ecosystem, its biodiversity, and the wisdom of nature.

    Guided by a local expert on the Costa Rican jungle’s flora, our 3-hour tour brings families down a cascade of 5 waterfalls, giving them a chance to foster a connection to the earth while gaining knowledge that can be cherished for a lifetime.

  • Join us at Samudio’s beachfront restaurant for an afternoon of flow art workshops a soundscape designed by Aura

  • A tea ceremony to ground you after our deep exploration of the jungle's healing plants.

    This intimate, adults-only gathering invites you to unwind, sip tea infused with the essence of the land, and connect with the energy of the jungle in a peaceful, contemplative space. A soul-enriching ceremony, led by Yuj and Aura.

  • A hands-on biology investigation led by Kat that will spark wonder and curiosity in the hearts of children.

    This multi-sensory, interactive experience fosters a deep sense of respect for the natural world and encourages an ongoing connection to the plants that have long been honored for their healing properties.

    A perfect opportunity to connect with the earth and discover its secrets in a way that only the wild can teach.

  • Every evening, we will gathering around the fire to learn about its wisdom.

    Coming together to work with the fire through storytelling and rituals teaching us how fire can be a friend and an ally in our lives

  • Celebrate the growth you have experienced alongside your loved ones in an all-out expression of music, art, dancing, circus, and divine play!

    This vibrant experience invites families to tap into their authentic selves through somatic movement and divine play, allowing each individual to connect with their body, release tension, and heal together in a shared, joyful experience.

    As you move, laugh, and create, you’ll cultivate deeper bonds with one another while embracing the freedom to express your true essence in a safe and supportive environment created by Kat, Aura, and Yuj.

Villa Wanderlust and Villa Alma Dulce

Your Sanctuary

Connect with a Guardian.

If you are called in by our offering, we invite you to reach out and schedule a 1:1 video call with one of our guardians. We can’t wait to connect with you and learn more about your family and intentions.