STAY TRUE
OUR STORY
WE CAME, WE SAW, WE STAYED
Staying true to a new-found freedom — to the decision that living a life is not the same as making a living.
A NOTE FROM US
StayTRUE was born from the realization that there is a big difference between making a living and Living your Life.
We used to be New Yorkers. Yes, from the city. We lived that life for a long time and it was great. But then what was once fun became annoying, what was once lively became overcrowded, and so we knew it was time to move on.
By chance, a trip to Costa Rica became a move closer to nature, closer to our true nature at the same time. Back to movement, back to adventure and back to living a full life. We always imagined a spot walking distance to the beach, filled with monkey noises and birdsong, and chose to build ourselves a jungle gym in it.
You'll be waking up to the jungle sounds, arranging your day by the ocean tides, watching the most amazing sunsets, winding down listening to crashing waves and get to do it all over again.
We want to share this place and space with you — to have you discover the magic of a life of adventure and movement. Recharge your mind, reconnect with your soul, get reacquainted with yourself within the beauty of Costa Rican jungle and ocean.
Come join us and see what staying true means to you.
A GLIMPSE OF STAYTRUE
WHY TRAVEL WITH US
Our retreat leaders aren't just seasoned adventure pirates — they're kindred spirits who bring powerful synergy to every retreat they lead. With shared roots in exploring adventures, and more importantly curiosity, they lead with playful authenticity. Together, they offer a supportive and inspiring experience where you'll feel encouraged to move, play and explore, all while being celebrated exactly as you are.
V - Host & MOVEMENT COACH
MADA - HOST & SPACE HOLDER
Founder of Align Training, a company built around smart movement practices that counter pain and encourage recovery. With over two decades studying movement, physical therapy and coaching, V integrates ancient wisdom with modern science to guide people toward better movement through play and discovery.
Whether it's diving off a cliff, surfing epic waves, or geeking out about anatomy, his guidance calms the nervous system and encourages presence through play. Also an avid martial arts practitioner, teacher and B-Boy.
A former desk-job veteran who used to daydream about soaking her toes in ocean waves and swimming with turtles — then decided the daydream should become reality. She learned to train her body professionally, grow her own fruit and vegetables, make sourdough and yoghurt, and freedive with sea turtles.
She holds a Bachelor's in Financial Economics and Psychology from Columbia University, and considers herself an observational scientist who enjoys holding space for others to rest, renew and return to nature.
WANT TO MOVE BETTER?
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Come check us out at www.Align.Training and learn how to become an expert on movement quality!
