Join us this summer in south eastern Sicily in a 19th century farm house, surrounded by the Mediterranean sea. Practice yoga and explore the beauty of Sicilian culture in a setting close to nature that will help you unwind and rejuvenate.
Location
The venue is the beautiful Danena Sicily, a 19th century farmhouse situated in the luscious natural landscape of Sicily, surrounded by the breathtaking Mediterranean Sea. La Masseria offers beautifully decorated double rooms, a fresh water outdoor pool, three patios where to eat or simply relax, and a stunning sunset terrace.
The Masseria (Italian for ‘farm’) can accommodate up to 18 people very comfortably. It has 4 apartments and 10 bedrooms, some of which are en-suite and some with shared bathrooms. All the rooms are elegantly decorated with local vintage furniture.
Furthermore, the Masseria offers a large fresh water infinity pool surrounded by parasols and loungers. There are also 3 patios where you can enjoy your meals and socialise and a sunset terrace overlooking the property and the surroundings.
The house is just 25 minutes south from the unspoilt World Heritage town of Noto – one of Italy’s most beautiful historic centres. A ten minutes drive east is the Nature Reserve of Vendicari, a heaven of wildlife and some of the island’s most beautiful and deserted golden-sand beaches.
Yoga
The day will consist of a morning 1 hour 45 minute yoga practice and an evening 1 hour and 30 minute yoga class. Beginning the day with a dynamic vinyasa sequence and ending with a more playful, explorative/restorative yoga practice.
Alongside the physical practice, guests can experience pranayama (breathing exercises) and meditation.
One of the highlights of the this retreat centre is definitely its fully equipped yoga Shala.
Ro teaches Quantum Yoga which is a system of personal practice and optimization that uses vinyasa flow and Ayurvedic assessment. As Quantum physics itself has proven, any activity done with greater awareness has a more powerful transformative effect.
By bringing your attention into the the body-mind, by the use of Ayurveda (Yoga’s “sister science” which recognizes your individual nature and helps find your true path on this earth), Ro’s classes leave you more harmonious, healthy, happy and in true balance with yourself and the now.
Each guest will be invited to find out their true nature or ‘Prakriti’ by doing an aryuvedic assessment at the beginning of the retreat. You will be encouraged to become more present and aware, thus allowing you to get the most out of your practice during the retreat and later during your yoga practice at home.
All practices are open to all levels from beginners to more advanced yogis.
Food
Most of the meals are vegetarian and will be prepared by an in-house chef who will be cooking traditional Sicilian food along with international cuisine. However, every so often the menu will include fish dishes which form a big part of the traditional diet in Sicily. All meals are prepared with fresh and local produce to ensure the highest quality.
Included
7 nights at Danena Sicily.
Daily morning vinyasa, meditation and pranayama
Daily evening playful vinyasa or a restorative yoga class
Mediterranean, vegetarian gourmet meals by local chef.
Optional sightseeing visits.
Plenty of time to relax in the swimming pool.
Stunning views over the Sicilian country side.
Welcome goody bag