Head Retreat Leader

Brief info

Irene Alpizar is our main teacher of permaculture classes and leads the Awaken retreats. A native Costa Rican, her name is pronounced like ee-RAY-nay.

In addition to permaculture, Irene also teaches yoga and is experienced in a wide variety of natural healing and herbalism.

Irene Alpizar is our natural building expert, as you will see when visiting her cob-house! Irene also teaches yoga classes, alongside various permaculture courses, and is experienced in a wide variety of natural healing and herbalism. Read more about here here: Irene Alpizar

In addition to her vast knowledge of local plants, she is also an experienced Cob builder. Irene built her own house using only natural materials and sustainable techniques. The cob-building classes taught through our permaculture course, are held at her home.

Irene is a follower of all Metaphysical, Ancestral and Shamanic wisdom healing, she is constantly studying techniques and methods for using the vital energy also known in the ancient culture as Chi or Prana. She is from Costa Rica and speaks Spanish, English, and French. Read more about Irene Alpizar.

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