Salt & Stillness: A Yoga Retreat on Nicaragua’s Pacific Coast with Alex Apgar & Bendex Stevenson
April 3, 2027 - April 10, 2027
Winter has a way of convincing us that the world is smaller than it really is. Step barefoot into a place where the Pacific waves keep perfect time, conversations last longer than sunsets, and life feels wonderfully uncomplicated.
Join Down Under’s beloved Bendex and Alex for a week of movement, connection, and restoration on Nicaragua’s stunning Pacific coast. Together, they’re bringing the warmth, playfulness, and sense of community they have built at home to a beautiful beachside setting designed for slowing down and reconnecting.
Nestled between a lush tropical landscape and the ocean, Hide & Seek Resort offers the perfect balance of comfort, nature, and tranquility. Wake to the sound of the waves, practice in open-air spaces, and spend your afternoons swimming, exploring the beach, reading in a hammock, immersing yourself in the local culture, or simply soaking in the sunshine.
Each day will include two thoughtfully crafted yoga practices led by Alex and Bendex, blending energizing morning movement with slower, restorative evening sessions. Throughout the week, you’ll also enjoy guided meditation and workshops that invite deeper reflection, curiosity, and personal growth. Afternoons are intentionally left free, giving you time to rest, explore the local area, connect with fellow participants, or simply do whatever your heart desires.
Whether you have practiced with Alex and Bendex for years or are joining them for the first time, this retreat is an invitation to nourish your body, quiet your mind, and feed your soul. Come for the sunshine, ocean, and yoga. Stay for the chance to practice deeply, eat well, laugh often, and become part of a community that extends far beyond the mat.
What’s Included
Seven nights’ accommodations at Hide & Seek Resort
Three à la carte meals each day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Juice or soda with each meal
Two daily yoga practices
Guided meditation and workshops
Group transportation between the airport and retreat center on the designated arrival and departure dates
What’s Not Included
Airfare to and from Managua, the capital of Nicaragua, via Augusto Cesar Sandino International Airport - note there are limited flights to this location so once registered, please book early!
Travel insurance - while this is optional, we strongly encourage purchasing independent travel insurance to protect against unexpected changes to your plans
Passport or other travel-document expenses - US Citizens: Officially advised by the U.S. Department of State to carry a 6-month valid passport, though a bilateral agreement technically permits entry for the duration of a projected stay. Airlines may still enforce the 6-month rule at check-in regardless of official exceptions.
Optional excursions and personal expenses
Transportation required outside the designated arrival and departure arrangements
Accommodations
All guest rooms at Hide & Seek Resort include air conditioning and a private ensuite bathroom. Private and shared accommodations are available in several configurations. Unless otherwise specified, prices are per person. Accommodations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. After enrolling, please contact Alex and Bendex with roommate requests, dietary needs, and bed-configuration preferences.
Poolside Suite
$4,000 per person
Private occupancy
3 rooms available
Enjoy private occupancy in a premium poolside suite. Each air-conditioned room includes a private ensuite bathroom and may be configured with one king bed or two twin beds.
This registration reserves the full room. You are welcome to bring one additional retreat guest at no additional cost. Only one person should register through Mindbody.
If you plan to bring a guest, please contact Alex and Bendex after booking with your guest’s full name, email address, dietary needs, and your preferred bed configuration. Your additional guest should not register separately through Mindbody.
Grande Poolside Suite
$2,300 per person
Shared occupancy
4 spots available across 2 rooms
Hide & Seek’s largest poolside accommodations offer spacious shared lodging for two guests. Each air-conditioned suite includes a private ensuite bathroom and may be configured with either:
One king bed and one queen bed, or
Two twin beds and one queen bed
While each guest must register separately, we encourage you & your roommate to coordinate & register at the same time to better ensure rooming together. After enrolling, please contact Alex and Bendex with the name of your roommate and your preferred bed configuration.
Classic King Room
$4,000 per room
Private occupancy
7 rooms available
Reserve an entire air-conditioned Classic King Room with a private ensuite bathroom. The room may be configured with one king bed or two twin beds.
This registration reserves the full room. You are welcome to bring one additional retreat guest at no additional cost. Only one person should register through Mindbody.
If you plan to bring a guest, please contact Alex and Bendex after booking with your guest’s full name, email address, dietary needs, and your preferred bed configuration. Your additional guest should not register separately through Mindbody.
Family Room
$1,300 per person
Shared occupancy
4 spots available in 1 room
The Family Room offers the retreat’s most economical shared accommodation. The air-conditioned room includes a private ensuite bathroom and two bunk beds with four twin-size sleeping spaces.
Each guest must register separately. This rooming option is open & not gender specific.
Food at Hide & Seek
Three à la carte meals—breakfast, lunch, and dinner—will be served each day, with juice or soda included with every meal.
Hide & Seek’s culinary team will customize menus based on guests’ dietary restrictions and preferences, ensuring that everyone can enjoy nourishing and delicious meals throughout the retreat.
Please contact Alex and Bendex after enrolling with any dietary needs.
Travel
Plan to arrive in Nicaragua on Saturday, April 3 and depart on Saturday, April 10, 2027. Additional arrival, departure, and transportation details will be shared with registered guests.
Guests are responsible for booking their own airfare and ensuring that they have the passports and travel documents required for entry into Nicaragua and return to their home country.
Questions about travel arrangements? Please contact Alex and Bendex before booking your flights.
Reserve Your Spot
All shared accommodations are priced per person, and each guest must enroll separately.
Private accommodations are priced per room and may accommodate either one or two people. Only the primary guest should register through Mindbody - the primary guest must contact Alex and Bendex directly after booking with their guest’s information.
Down Under retreats are final sale and do not allow cancellations or refunds.