RISE is a family focused community + Waldorf inspired school + Certified Organic farm + Kinkara Discover the perfect balance for a fulfilling life.
Join the RISE community - where family, Waldorf-inspired education, a Certified Organic farm, and a refreshing wellbeing retreat (Kinkara) come together to create a vibrant, holistic ecosystem.
02/06/2026
Nature knows when the timing is right. Everyone is building their home at RISE Costa Rica... what about you?
Our onsite building services handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on your family's next chapter.
09/05/2026
There is a lot of noise out there about where to live in the tropics. We like to keep it grounded in reality. The truth is simple: Altitude is the key driver of comfort. If you are looking for that elusive "perfect weather," you don't find it by driving ten minutes up from the coast. You find it in the foothills of the Talamancas.
At RISE, we’ve simplified the move for you.
Our community in Pérez Zeledón sits at the 800–1,000 meter sweet spot, offering:
✨ Ideal Climate: No all-day rain, just refreshing afternoon showers.
✨ Ideal Altitude: Cooler temperatures and lower humidity without the "Cloud Line" mist.
✨ Ideal Location: Less than an hour from the Pacific surf.
With 1-acre lots, onsite building services to simplify your development, and a family-focused environment designed for play-based childhoods; the reality is better than the myth.
Stop guessing. Start building.
🔗 See the master plan at www.risecostarica.com
01/05/2026
The best ideas don’t happen in cubicles; they happen in stride.
We are a community of high-achievers who value the luxury of time over the noise of the "hustle."
At RISE, we move with intention and work where we can breathe... and even a walk can be a work meeting.
Do you find more clarity at a desk or on a trail?
In the Waldorf Kindergarten, the Organic garden is more than just plants, it’s a living classroom.
Fiorella, our wonderful kindergarten assistant, shares how these moments in the dirt build a foundation of reverence, patience, and joy for our littlest explorers.
At The RISE Waldord School, education is rooted in nature and tied to the rhythm of life in Costa Rica. 🇨🇷
Drop a ""🌱"" if you believe children belong in nature!
26/04/2026
True intelligence is felt under the feet and in the grip of a climb. At RISE, we’ve traded screens for the Waldorf philosophy and mountain air. Here, "luxury" is the freedom for your children to be wild, focused, and completely themselves.
What was your favorite outdoor adventure as a kid?
09/04/2026
How do you teach a child resilience?
You give them a garden.
Watching your child care for their own food at the RISE Waldorf School is one of the simplest joys of this lifestyle.
It’s more than just a chore; it’s a masterclass in:
- Accountability: If I don't water it, it doesn't grow.
- Nutrition: Kids are 10x more likely to eat their greens when they planted them!
- Science: Real-time biology in the rich Costa Rican soil.
If you could teach your child one life lesson through nature, what would it be? 👇
At RISE, we believe your move should be about connection, not checklists.
That’s why our service manager, Adam, and his team have designed a building process that adapts to you.
Whether you’re a hands-on creator who wants to pick every tile, or a busy entrepreneur who needs to delegate the entire project to a trusted team, we’ve got you covered.
✅ Full Delegation: We handle the permits, the sourcing, and the labor while you focus on your life.
✅ Active Collaboration: You stay in the loop and get involved in the details that matter to you.
Our onsite building services are here to ensure that your home is built to the highest standards, while you enjoy the mountain breeze.
03/04/2026
Remember when "playing outside" meant coming home with dirt under your fingernails and a heart full of wonder? 🌿
At RISE, we are reviving the play-based childhood. In our Waldorf-inspired environment.
For parents, this means a shift from reactivity to presence.
When you know your children are safe and surrounded by a supportive community, you finally have the freedom to lead, create, and simply be.
Thinking about making the move to RISE? Your journey starts at Kinkara.
Kinkara is our onsite glamping experience designed for those who want to visit. While you're here, you can:
- Walk the Land: Feel the soil of our 1-acre lots.
- Meet the Community: Connect with fellow entrepreneurs and conscious parents.
- Consult the Experts: Meet our onsite building services team to discuss your future home.
- Meet the Founder: Connect with David Comfort, the RISE developer, to discuss the vision.
Kinkara isn't just 'glamping'; it’s your gateway to RISE. Come for a visit, stay for the future.