Costa Rica Retreats

Pickleball in Paradise!

Sold Out! Please contact me as Nic and I are looking at other future dates in 2025.

Join our 6-day Pickleball Retreat in Costa Rica December 7-12, 2024. PPR Certified instructors Nic Radisay and Rich Roe are collaborating on this fun-filled pickleball retreat. We have designed this retreat for intermediate players, and if you aren’t sure of your level, chat with me. We are only selling 8 slots for this retreat, so reserve early!

Each day you will receive professional coaching and test out your new skills. Nic and I use a variety or teaching techniques from drills, liveball, round robin and tournament play. We will be taking a survey with all the participants prior to the retreat to determine the best coaching for the group. More than just pickleball, we are there to have fun! We will probably be spending a lot of time at our private Beach Club with it’s multiple pools, restaurant and bar. In addition, the food is amazing, the people are friendly and pretty soon you’ll be living the “pura vida” lifestyle that makes Costa Rica so wonderful.

Our town of Las Catalinas is truly amazing. You will feel like you are in the hillside towns of Italy with the cobblestone streets and beautiful architecture. Even more unique, Las Catalinas is a “car-free” town and most everything is within a 5-minute walk. The house is 1 minute from many restaurants, 2 minutes from the beach, and 5 minutes from the Beach Club. For noise purposes, the 2 community pickleball courts are about 1/2 mile away, and we provide car service for those that don’t want to walk there.

Furthermore, you can customize your experience by joining excursions like paddleboarding, surfing or shopping. Don’t worry, you will still have plenty of time to go to the beach or get a massage. Zero planning needed on your part, just sign up and have fun! You will be staying in one of several luxury properties in the resort community of Las Catalinas. This coastal town is right on the Guanacaste coast and is less than an hour from Liberia International Airport. December is the beginning of the summer for Costa Rica, so get ready for a warm getaway!

We can’t wait to see you here in paradise!

“Coach Rich has the ability to simplify concepts so I can implement new skills immediately.” Kathryn R.

Treat Yourself to a Pickleball Retreat!

“This trip exceeded my expectations. From the luxurious accommodations with perfect sunset views to the joy of the excursions. I couldn’t have planned it better myself.” – Crystal L.

Accommodations for your Pickleball Retreat: 

We have rented a 4-bedroom house in the resort town of Las Catalinas. Less than 100 yards from the Pacific Ocean, each room has AC, WI-FI, linens, soaps…Tastefully designed, the house has a small pool, full kitchen, washer/dryer, and housekeeping twice during your stay.

Sign up early for room preference. Rooms are assigned in order of registration.

Miraraflores 8:

• Master Suite with king bed, en-suite bathroom, bistro table for 2, TV, 3rd floor  SOLD
• Guest Room #1, king bed (can be split into 2 twin XL beds), en-suite bath, TV, 3rd floor SOLD
• Guest Suite #2, Queen bed & Twin bed, en-suite bath, TV, 2nd floor (2-3 people) SOLD
• Guest Suite #3, King bed, en-suite bath, TV, 2nd floor (1-2 people) SOLD

Prices for Pickleball Retreat:

2 people sharing a room, $3095 each. (Preregister by 9/15/24 $2,785)

3+ people sharing room, $2850/person. (Preregister by 9/15/24 $2565)

Single person supplement, pay an additional $1250

Ready to Book your Pickleball Retreat? $500 refundable deposit holds your spot. Venmo @Rich-Roe

“Great location, awesome staff, and delicious food.” –Penny S.

Your amazing staff for your Pickleball Retreat:

Nic Radisay

Coach Nicolas “Nic” Radisay and his wife Jenny have resided in Laguna Beach since 1996, during which they raised their two children who competed in various sports. It didn’t take much to enlist their dad as coach.

Coach Nic earned his title while coaching various LB sporting teams ultimately leading to a seven-year stint as a coach. He helped lead LBHS Tennis to various CIF team & individual victories.

Coach Nic has brought his talent to Pickleball, where he continuously witnesses both novice and experienced players ignite their passion for the sport through improved technique & tactics.

“Creating greatness can only come from the passion within. I look forward to making Pickleball the sport of a lifetime for everyone who works with me. Welcome to your personal greatness!”

Rich Roe

Rich, owner of Costa Rica Retreats, is certified Pickleball Coach and an avid player. He has been a certified personal trainer since 1994 and taught over 10,000 1- sessions and numerous classes to celebrities, rock stars, and fortune 500 execs.  He worked in the world famous Rancho La Puerta spa in Mexico and participated in some exercise videos. Previously he owned a gym in San Diego for 10 years and now splits his time between Laguna Beach, California and Costa Rica. Rich is an experienced guide who has been leading retreats since 2015. When not leading retreats, he’s playing pickleball, teaching pickleball, hiking, mountain biking or traveling the world. As a Wilderness First Responder and formerly on the San Diego Mountain rescue team, you are in good hands with Rich.

We hope you will join us for this amazing experience!

“I had an amazing time, in a gorgeous home, ate phenomenal food, and made lifetime friendships.” -Karen H.

Giving Back!

Costa Rica Retreats is proud to partner with Finca La Estancia @ Las Catalinas for our volunteer program. This year, we will be working with a nearby elementary school and enhancing their wellness program. Nothing warms our souls more than having the chance to help others. For several of us, this is the highlight of the retreat as we get a glimpse of how these kids live and get a chance to participate in activities with them.

Need more info? We’ll get right back to you!

Ready to Book your Pickleball Retreat? $500 refundable deposit holds your spot. Venmo @Rich-Roe (in my profile pic I’m wearing a wide brim tan hat and glasses).