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We’re so excited to be leading this 7 day / 7 night retreat in sensational, sun-soaked Sicily! Join your fellow Zuna Yogis for a week of deep practice, old country rustic Italy, and good times, led by Zuna Yoga founders Everett and Katherine. Enjoy the early summer days and breezy evenings, surrounded by endless views of rolling green hills and olive groves. Make time for dreaming and philosophizing, for new inspiration and fresh collaborations.
Reunite with yogis from your own training, and meet new like-minded yogi friends from around the globe and share a tall cool glass of smarana: self remembrance. It’s the foundation of Zuna Yoga practice and tradition.This retreat will follow a less rigid format than you’ve experienced at your yoga teacher training. It will be laid back and fun, with plenty of free time to balance out our juicy practices. All yoga, meditation and yoga nidra sessions are optional.
This yoga and meditation retreat is for Zuna Yoga teacher training graduates only.
Want to bring a Zuna-curious family member, friend or partner? Please send us your request via email.
The main location is a 19th century farmhouse – La Masseria – situated in the luscious natural landscape of southeastern Sicily, surrounded by the breathtaking Mediterranean sea. The yoga studio is a beautifully restored pitch roof barn and can accommodate up to 24 people, fully equipped with all props. A fresh water infinity pool, loads of different patios and living spaces for relaxing al fresco, a massage room and a stunning sunset terrace. There are six apartments with a total of 12 bedrooms that accommodate up to 24 people. The bedrooms are all unique and charming.
Set in amongst olive groves, on a country lane away from from noise and neighbors, Danena is just 15 minutes south of the unspoiled World Heritage town of Noto, one of Italy’s most beautiful historical centers. A 15-minute 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.
Three delicious Italian/vegetarian meals will be served daily, prepared by a private chef with the freshest ingredients available. Before the morning yoga practice, teas, fruit and juices will be available. We can accommodate your special dietary requests such as allergies, vegan or gluten free. Indoor and outdoor dining areas can be used according to the weather.
You can easily sink into a week of deep rest and rejuvenation here, without the need for a lot of planned activity. Relax by the magical swimming pool, luxuriate in a massage or treatment with an excellent therapist, find a quiet secluded spot with a good book. There are also plenty of activities to explore: walks through plantations of almonds, olives and watermelon fields, cycling on trails amongst the groves, and of course going to the wonderful beaches or Sicilian historical towns all around.
Each morning will begin with the juicy Zuna Yoga practice you know and love. This is an intense 2 hr 45 min hatha vinyasa session, with a long savasana followed by pranayama, meditation, mantra or yoga nidra. Following our practice, we will have a sumptuous breakfast on the terrace. Silence is optional at breakfast.
The afternoon is free for you to take a walk in the green countryside, read a book, nap, indulge in a massage or schedule a private session with Everett. **Activities may incur additional charges.**
At 5:30pm the group will reconvene for our evening yoga practice, which will be either a slow flow, restorative, or an educational asana workshop. The evening yoga schedule will be determined shortly prior to the retreat start date. Evening yoga classes will be held on the outdoor yoga platform or in the indoor yoga studio.
Dinner will be served al fresco in the late evening. Followed by time to unwind, swap stories, play some games or read a good book.
Lights out is encouraged by 10:00pm.
• Double room, shared bathroom: USD$1350 • Double room, ensuite bathroom: USD$1550 • Single supplement for one of the above rooms: $400, very limited availability
Payment – A $750 deposit is required to hold your spot. The balance payment is due by March 28, 2022. Please see our terms and conditions.
For those who wish to be independent or to explore the area you could choose to hire a car at the airport. You can also coordinate in advance with your fellow yogis and share a car hire. Car rental is recommended at this venue, as there are many beautiful beaches and walks within a 15 minute drive of the retreat center.
If you are not renting a car, you can join the minibus transfer from the airport, which will be arranged to bring you directly to the retreat center. The estimated departure time is 2pm and we suggest that if you are on an earlier flight that you wait there. You will be advised of the exact meeting point nearer the time.
If you are not renting a car, you can join the minibus transfer from the airport, which will be arranged to bring you directly to the retreat center. The estimated departure time is 2pm and we suggest that if you are on an earlier flight that you wait there. You will be advised of the exact meeting point nearer the time.
Alternatively, there is a bus from Catania airport to Rosolini (10 mins from Danena). The bus departs only twice a day and it costs about 12-14 euros.
