Wellness

WELLNESS & HEALING EXPERIENCES AT SANTOSHA

Where slowing down is a sacred act of self-discovery The modern traveler seeks more than comfort—they seek clarity. At Santosha, we offer more than a place to stay. We offer space to recalibrate your inner compass. Here, time bends, silence heals, and nature listens. Whether you are soaking in the saltwater air or floating beneath jungle skies, we invite you to let go. Let go of noise. Let go of rush. Let go of everything except your breath.

YOGA & MINDFUL MOVEMENT

We believe yoga is not something you do, but something you remember. A return to the body. A reconnection to the soul. Our offerings aren’t about perfect poses—they’re about powerful presence. Our shala opens to the ocean breeze, inviting you to stretch, soften, and awaken.

Whether you’re here to deepen your practice or take your very first breath on the mat, we meet you where you are. We also offer private sessions curated to your individual needs, whether emotional, physical, or spiritual.

Yoga and surfing flow together like breath and wave—each enhancing the other, unlocking deeper strength and surrender.

HEALING THERAPY SERVICES

Our bodywork is sacred. Each massage is a ritual—restoring circulation, moving energy, and aligning you with your truest self. Treatments are held in our peaceful jungle rooms or beside the pool, where the scent of tropical blooms mingles with the sound of the surf.

Available by advanced reservation (1–2 days notice). Please contact us via WhatsApp for scheduling and packages.

• Shiatsu Massage: Balances the nervous system and deeply purifies

• Deep Tissue Massage: Targets chronic tension in the body’s deepest layers

• Relaxing Massage: Reduces stress, releases emotional residue, and restores vitality

• Hot Stone Massage: Melts away toxins and muscle pain

• Lymphatic Massage: A gentle treatment that supports immune function and detox

• Ice & Aroma Therapy: Sharpens focus, reduces pain, and refreshes the senses

• Face & Hair Masks with Mini Massage: Sit in our cool-water jacuzzi while you receive deep hydration, nourishment, and a little loving

YOGA AVAILABILITY & GUIDELINES

We offer private yoga sessions tailored to your personal needs—whether you’re seeking gentle movement, deep restoration, or an intuitive spiritual practice. Our goal is to support your journey inward, in the way that serves you best.

While we occasionally offer drop-in group classes, they are not guaranteed. Please inquire about the weekly schedule when reserving your cabana or day pass, especially during low season when availability may be limited.

To request a private session or confirm our class schedule, please reach out via WhatsApp: +505.8458.1816

1:1 Private Yoga Instruction

Deepen your personal practice with private yoga sessions tailored to your unique needs and intentions. Whether you’re seeking restorative movement, energetic alignment, spiritual growth, or simply space to breathe, we will meet you where you are.

Rates vary depending on duration and style of yoga—please inquire for details and personalized recommendations.

Yoga for Surfers: Private Surf Development Sessions

Take your surf practice beyond the waves and onto the mat. These one-on-one sessions are designed to support surfers of all levels in improving flexibility, breath control, and core strength—on land, to better serve you in the water.

Each session begins with a short consultation to assess personal goals, surf experience, and past injuries, followed by a custom yoga practice to meet your physical and mental needs.

For those carrying trauma from past surf accidents, we also offer guided meditation and breathwork to help calm the nervous system and restore your relationship with the ocean.

More Than Wellness—A Way of Being

At Santosha, our spa is the sea, our gardens are medicine, and our therapy is the active pursuit of a life in balance.

Our architecture stands as a role model of sustainability.

Our passions have become our purpose.

Our mission is simple—to guide you closer to nature, and to yourself.

IIntroducing Heidi Parker — Owner, Executive Chef & Soul Behind Santosha

Where healing meets hospitality, and every plate, wave, and breath is part of the journey.

I am a seeker, a storyteller, and a soul who followed the tide of loss and longing into something far richer: a life of purpose. After heartache, heartbreak, and a haunting search for “more,” I surrendered to the wisdom of waves, the grounding stillness of yoga, and the transformative power of food as medicine. What began as a journey of healing became a calling—to live simply, to serve gently, and to guide others back to themselves.

I am the author of Seeking Santosha, a raw and heartfelt teaching memoir that weaves grief, travel, spiritual awakening, and surf into a narrative of resilience and joy. My second passion project, a Thai fusion holistic cookbook, emerged from a jungle kitchen where I learned that intuition, love, and whole ingredients can become sacred rituals of nourishment. Every dish is a story. Every class, an invitation to remember.

Now, at Santosha Surf Sanctuary, I offer more than a place to stay. I offer a sanctuary to return to your body, your breath, and your truth. I believe in slow mornings, honest conversations, saltwater therapy, and meals that heal. Whether you’re coming for a yoga class, a cooking workshop, or simply to find peace by the sea, my mission is to inspire a deeper connection with nature, others, and yourself.

Come as you are. Leave a little lighter, a little clearer, and a lot more whole.

Need a Life Coach, Creative Guide, or Culinary Muse?

I’m here to help you align your passions with your purpose—whether that means redesigning your life, launching a soulful business, or bringing your dream restaurant to life.

When we live in balance with ourselves and nature, joy becomes our default setting—and from that space, we create beauty that ripples outward.

What is Life Coaching?

Life coaching is a transformative conversation—an invitation to remember who you really are, what you truly want, and how to get there. This is a judgment-free, soul-forward space to reconnect with your vision, break old patterns, and start living like you mean it.

Whether you’re craving more purpose, clarity, inspiration—or an actual business strategy—I’ve got you.

New: Culinary Coaching, Cooking Classes & Restaurant Consulting

Drawing from my experience as a holistic chef, cookbook author, and founder of a boutique restaurant in Nicaragua, I now offer:

• Private & Group Cooking Classes
  Learn Thai Fusion with a Holistic Twist—rooted in intuitive, plant-forward cooking, local ingredients, and ancient wisdom. From kitchen alchemy to sacred food rituals, I’ll guide you into a deeper connection with what you eat and how you nourish.

• Menu Development
  Let’s design a healing, memorable menu that reflects your values and vision. Whether you’re building a retreat, launching a new pop-up, or revamping your existing offerings, I can help you elevate your food from good to transformational.

• Restaurant & Retreat Concept Design
  Want to create a conscious culinary experience that integrates wellness, sustainability, and soul? I’ll help you dream it, ground it, and bring it to life—with your own unique flavor and flair.

Available Coaching Sessions:

• Life Coaching & Purpose Mentorship

• Business & Brand Strategy

• Surf & Nature Coaching

• Meditation & Energy Work

• Yoga & Somatic Healing

• Nutrition & Conscious Living

• Culinary Coaching & Retreat Food Planning

• Cooking Classes (Online or In-Person)

• Holistic Hospitality Consulting

Each journey is personal. Let’s begin with a 30-minute consultation to map your vision.

Email: Heidi@seekingsantoshanicaragua.com

Heidi Parker is the author of the upcoming Thai Fusion Holistic Cookbook and the memoir Seeking Santosha. She is a soul-centered entrepreneur, chef, surf yogi, and lifestyle designer devoted to creating beauty, balance, and purpose in every corner of life.

Goddess to Goddess: Radiant Tales of Light Filled Journeys Paperback – December 23, 2014

by Zetta Rose (Author)

As Featured in Goddess to Goddess: Radiant Tales of Light Filled Journeys

Heidi Parker’s transformative journey is among the radiant tales shared in Zetta Rose’s Goddess to Goddess. This collection celebrates women who have embraced their inner callings, navigating paths of healing, empowerment, and spiritual awakening. Heidi’s story stands as a testament to the strength and resilience inherent in embracing one’s true self and purpose.

What is Santosha? 

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