NEW BEGINNINGS RETREAT
DISCONNECT TO RECONNECT
11-15th of September, 2024
Room Rate per person Starts at £890
Escape the urban chaos and dive into nature's tranquillity at the New Beginnings retreat. Consider it a sanctuary for adults—an echo of childhood summer camps—where you can play, learn, and bond amidst the cradle of nature.
Rejuvenate your spirit through daily yoga and meditation, soak up the serenity poolside, and wander through the enveloping woodland trails. It's time to disconnect from life's clamour and reconnect with your inner self.
Deepen self-awareness with Spiritual Theatre & Movement workshops—an alchemical fusion of theatre, movement, and meditation. Awaken your senses, ignite the hidden depths of your soul, and celebrate the transformative power of art.
Your leisure time is laden with soothing experiences: unwind under a star-speckled sky, soak in a rejuvenating sound healing bath, connect with like-minded individuals, play amidst lush gardens, or take a refreshing dip in the pool.
The charm of our retreat extends beyond its boundaries with a special evening in the captivating town of Bracciano. Immerse yourself in the rich local culture and indulge in the enticing flavours of authentic cuisine
Embrace the adventure of rediscovery. Book your spot and start anew under the canopy of transformation and conviviality at New Beginnings.
WHAT IS INCLUDED?
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5 days in an authentic Italian countryside house (click here to view the rooms)
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Breakfast, lunch, afternoon refreshments and dinner
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Daily yoga and meditation
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Access to the pool
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Spiritual Theatre & Movement workshops
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Kundalini Rising
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Sound Bowls, Star Gazing, pool time, walks through the woodlands
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Opening and closing ceremonies
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Opportunity to experience Reiki
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Walks in nature through ancient Roman ruins and a cave to meditate in
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Transfer to Bracciano for an afternoon trip to visit the village with its castle, the crystal shop, and the town centre. Time for an aperitivo and dinner in Bracciano.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED?
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Airport transfers (please enquire if you need support)
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Alcohol
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Dinner and drinks out in Bracciano
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Any shopping in Bracciano
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Entrance fee to the Castle of Bracciano (10 Euros)
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Anything not stated in the 'what is included' section
IMPORTANT INFO
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Location: Bracciano
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We require a £350 deposit to secure your place. Full payment due by August 31st, 2024
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Instalment payment plans are available
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arrival on Wednesday 11th of September is anytime after 10 am
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departure on Sunday is anytime between 3.30 pm and 5.30 pm
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T&C: Our rates are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-adjustable. In extenuating circumstances only, we can provide a discretionary 50% refund. The deposit is non-refundable unless we can fill your place and will reimburse you the full payment minus £50 admin fee.
meet Your hosts
Michele and I crossed paths for the first time back in 2008 at Fashion University. As fresh faces in the world of fashion, we were unaware that a turn of fate would eventually lead us down parallel spiritual paths.
Intriguingly, as I found myself exploring the intricate labyrinths of India, I evolved into a seasoned yoga instructor. Michele, on the other hand, pursued his zeal for acting, delivering avant-garde shows and performances as he journeyed across Europe.
The circumstances of the global lockdown led Michele to me once more as he sought me out for online yoga sessions. Eventually, a profound Kundalini awakening took him by surprise, momentarily halting his yoga practice. This profound experience, however, opened up a new avenue for self-discovery.
He delved into the depths of self-exploration, adopted a regular meditation practice, and began to intertwine his twin passions; theatre and spirituality. This unique fusion has become the driving force behind his explorations into the depth of human potential and consciousness.
Anysa
Yoga Instructor
Anysa is a passionate and experienced yoga instructor who guides classes for individuals of all levels, from children to experienced yogis and those with limited mobility. With over 400 hours of specialty training, including Fierce Grace Intensive and Rainbow Kids Yoga, Anysa offers tailored classes that focus on strength, flexibility, and creating a positive environment. She provides modifications and personalized guidance to help students reach their yoga goals, ensuring an effective, comfortable, and rewarding practice. Anysa's transparent passion and uplifting approach create a positive and motivating energy in each class. Originally from the outskirts of Rome, Anysa's journey has taken her around the world, immersing her in diverse cultures and deepening her commitment to yoga. She is dedicated to continuous growth, learning, and sharing her love for yoga with others.
Michele
Spiritual Theatre Movement
A fusion of theatre, dance and meditation techniques aimed at making the invisible visible. Theatre as a ritual act can bring to light the darkest abysses. Often we forget to have a body and how much this is able to feel, to remember, to communicate with ourselves and with others. As A.Jodorowsky says “ There are millions of cells in our skin with complex memory” But we can reconnect and embark on a journey between these cells, return to a ‘Zero’ in order to be able to know the universe better inside and outside of us, thus recovering its true nature.
It will be possible to explore your body, break it down and then rebuild it, find new ways, new movements, new sounds, a reverse process to return to being in the world.
SPECIAL GUEST:
Alexandra
Kundalini Rising Facilitator, PT & Nutritionist
Alexandra is a kundalini awakening facilitator, kundalini yoga instructor, reiki healer and wellness coach. She lives in a healthy body, soul, mind and digestion balance. She has been dedicated to spirituality, strength training and holistic nutrition. As a passionate traveller, trainer, mentor and wild woman, Alexandra spent over 3 years on the island of Koh Phangan. Deep in the energies of this island, she touched the purest essence of herself. Alexandra is focused on a holistic approach around exercise, diet, energy and soul. She helps people find themselves, let things go, forgive and love themselves.
What does a day at our retreat look like?
7.30 am: Mediation
8.30 am: Breakfast
10.00 am: Workshop on Spiritual Theatrical Movement or Dynamic Yoga
11.30 am: Kundalini Rising
1.00 pm: Lunch
2.00 pm: Free time - pool, read, rest etc optional 1:1 sessions
4.00 pm: Workshop or Group activity such as nature walks
5.30 pm: Break with Refreshments
6.30 pm: Yin Yoga, Workshop or Chat and Check-in around the fire
7.30 pm: Dinner
8.30 pm: Occasional Night time activities like Sound Healing, Star Gazing, or Ecstatic Dance
This is a typical day at our retreat however we will be flexible and adapt to people’s needs and the weather making changes based on what is best for the group’s wellbeing. Each day we will explore a theme to support us on this 5 day Journey.
The Location
BORGO ACQUA PAOLA
Borgoacquapaola is the ideal place for meditation retreats and holistic disciplines such as yoga and other kinds of body activity
Borgoacquapaola is located in Bracciano 37 km from Rome, and borders the wood of the Orsini-Odescalchi Castle, a large and luxuriant park.
The structure offers a splendid swimming pool, a bio-energetic vegetable garden and an amphitheatre for shows and events, as well as two large rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows to immerse yourself in nature.
Meet Anysa
An Italian - American from the outskirts of Rome. Sporty and rebellious, I have always been one to push boundaries and seek the paths less travelled. After graduating with a degree in Fashion History and fast-forwarding through a Master's in Fashion Curation, I was fortunate to be able put my advanced degrees to use by curating inspiring exhibitions and museums. While on pause from my fashion career, I found myself on a detour to what has now become one of the most incredible paths I could have imagined...
Seeking a new adventure, I spent 2 months in an orphanage in Haiti teaching English, where I developed and led a successful fundraiser to raise the necessary funds to build a new dorm for the children. Invigorated, energised and deeply moved, I set off to see more of the world and its vast cultures. I spent nearly 1.5 years travelling around Southeast Asia, learned Reiki (L2) from the Master Luna Praya in Thailand before finding my way to India. Submerged in its rich culture of Yoga and Meditation, I lived in a few ashrams and participated in several 10 day silent meditation courses (Vipassana). My time in India was undoubtedly instrumental in guiding me on my Yoga journey.
Driven by my new-found passion, I returned to London where I studied under the senior teachers of Fierce Grace Yoga, including Yogis Michele Pernetta, Emma Croft, Karen Bellfield and Mark Oram. A student at heart, I’ve continued my development by completing Rainbow Kids Yoga Teacher Training, Chair Yoga Training and pre- and post-natal Yoga Teacher Training.
A winding journey has led me to where I am now and I am excited to continue to grow, learn, teach and practice with all of you.
I love teaching, I love yoga, and I love sharing the love.
Want to practice live online Yoga with me?
with pre-recorder yoga classes