PUGLIA RETREAT 2024
august 19-24
EAT, PRAY, LOVE
YOGA, SING, VIBRATE
ENJOY, AWAKEN, RECHARGE
DOLCE FAR NIENTE
A retreat for your heart, mind, body and soul. We invite you to join us this Summer and fall in love with Puglia, the unbuttoned, unspoiled beauty that Southern Italy has to offer.
Nestled in the heart of Italy's sun-soaked region, Puglia unveils a mesmerizing canvas for an unforgettable retreat. With its serene landscapes, olive groves, and charming coastal vistas, Puglia effortlessly invites a sense of tranquility and mindfulness. The gentle sea breeze whispers through ancient olive trees, creating an ambiance that harmonizes perfectly with the practice of yoga and sound healing. Whether it's the authentic local cuisine, or the historical richness of its towns, Puglia offers an idyllic backdrop to deepen your yoga practice, your relationship with your voice and sound and foster a profound connection with both self and nature. Retreat to Puglia and immerse yourself in a holistic experience, where every breath aligns with the rhythm of this enchanting land.
DAILY VINYASA & SOUND HEALING PRACTICES
The daily practice will elevate your yoga to the next level, regardless of whether you are a beginner or advanced. Embrace the challenge to surpass your limiting mind, finding peace, length, and strength in your body. Experience the resonance of sound healing through our Crystal Bowl sessions during the retreat. Allow the enchanting vibrations of these crystalline instruments to wash over you, harmonizing mind, body, and spirit. Immerse yourself in a meditative journey as the soothing tones of the crystal bowls create a serene soundscape, guiding you towards deep relaxation and transporting you to a state of profound tranquility and rejuvenation.
In addition to yoga and sound healing, our retreat offers a variety of enriching activities designed to rejuvenate and inspire. Begin your mornings with guided meditation sessions, fostering a sense of inner peace and mindfulness. Participate in invigorating nature walks, allowing the beauty of the natural surroundings to refresh your spirit. Indulge in a culinary journey like no other with our Italian Food Tantric Cooking Workshop, where you'll discover a profound connection between food, senses, and spiritual nourishment, guided by seasoned local chefs. Engage in the empowering practice of activating your voice during specialized sessions, exploring its potential for self-expression, healing, and empowerment through vocal toning, chanting, and guided exercises. Experience the rich, pure elixir of ceremonial-grade cacao in our Ceremonial Cacao Circle, facilitating inner exploration and spiritual connection through collective unity. Harness the breath as a gateway to profound inner exploration and holistic healing with various breathwork modalities, unlocking a deeper connection to your body, mind, and spirit. Finally, gather around the flames during our Full Moon Fire Ceremony to release what holds you back, harnessing Leo's fiery energy to ignite personal transformation and embrace authenticity. Each carefully curated activity aims to deepen your connection to yourself and the world around you, ensuring a holistic and transformative retreat experience.
ACCOMODATION
The property is nestled in the foothills of the Valle d’Itria, near the charming medieval town of Cisternino. It is a private space with its own extensive grounds and swimming pool, blending ancient charm with modern conveniences. The property features a charming conical-shaped ‘trullo’ and connected ‘lamia’. The house itself is divided into four apartments, three of which—Melograno (pomegranate), Mandarino (mandarin), and Limone (lemon)—are available to guests. Each apartment has its own bathroom, kitchen, and living space.
The private apartments allow friends to share a space together by booking an entire apartment. Double rooms are available for couples or single occupancy, while twin rooms will always be shared with another person. Rooms are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Enjoy spectacular views and breathtaking sunsets from the rooftop terrace, or cool off in the large, kidney-shaped pool. The extensive grounds are a delight to explore, featuring ancient olive trees, abundant fig trees, and blooming white-blossoming almond trees amidst charming drystone walls and fields of wildflowers. It’s the perfect place to find your voice and sing with joy.
A TYPICAL DAY
8:30 - Vinyasa Yoga
10:30 - Brunch
11:00 - Reflection and Relaxation by the Pool
14:00 - Snack
16:00 - Meet Your Voice Vocal Workshop
19:00 - Sunset Dinner
20:00 - Cacao Ceremony with Soundbath
YOUR TEACHERS
leah Anita Cavazzini
Leah first started her spiritual journey at the age of 19. Having grown up in the USA, Leah has been living in Italy for the past ten years, where she decided to take her attraction to crystal frequencies to a deeper level with a crystal therapy master’s class, discovering her love for crystal bowls. She deep-dived into a course in sound healing. However, it was the discovery of the transformative power of the voice that took her studies and healing to the next level. Leah found her Dharmic path using the voice to heal. Voice, vibration, and crystals have played a crucial role in Leah’s healing journey, and it brings her great joy to share this gift with others, finding peace and power through vibration. Leah is also a Lemurian Reiki Master.
DANIELLE BARKER
A dedicated meditator for the last 15 years, Danielle came to her physical yoga practice after several back injuries. Since then, she has become—and will forever be—a dedicated student and practitioner. She has completed over 800 hours of Yoga Alliance certified training and 100 hours of Pilates International Training. As a result, Danielle’s classes are uniquely dynamic, empowering experiences. She creates a supportive environment to guide her students to transform on the mat through a combination of vinyasa, pranayama, mantra, and kriyas. Her greatest pleasure is to share the joy yoga has created for her with others.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
6 day / 5-night stay in a beautiful secluded villa in Cisternino, puglia
Homemade italian cooked meals made with love and care
Daily vinyasa morning yoga classes
vocal workshops to activate your inner power and voice
Sound healing Sessions with crystal bowls
A journey to the heart with ceremonial cacao
Tantric cooking workshop
breathwork session
fire ceremony
Sharing circles
Connection to nature
Relaxation and integration time by the pool
30 hour certificate available with yoga alliance for yoga teachers
wifi
WHATS NOT INCLUDED
flights
transfer to and from retreat location
travel insurance
