The Ignite Retreat
Ignite your spirit with us in Puglia!
6 days of igniting our sense of adventure, strengthening our yoga practice, grounding in nature, and immersing ourselves in one of the most passionate cultures in the world; the Italian Culture.
The Ignite Retreat is for you if you are looking to unplug and recharge your soul.
With daily yoga classes, multiple workshops including; handstands, meditation, inversion, breath work, some creative journal prompts, healthy yet authentic Italian cuisine, & connection with like minded souls.
The intention of this retreat is to immerse yourself in the experience that is yourself while surrounded by the beauty and ancient energy that is our retreat location. With the property dating back to the 1600’s and oak tree forests surrounding the property; this is the space to dive into you.
Our Instructor
Our Story
Gabriella Cristina Arbesu
Yoga Teacher
Vinyasa Yoga teacher with, 11 years of experience.
A south Florida native that has spent her adult life studying, practicing, and teaching yoga and traveling the world.
Her goal as a teacher is to awaken her students mentally, physically, emotionally, and energetically. To guide others through the experience of their bodies and experience that is the universe within themselves.
The Workshops
By Gabriella
The Location
Where we will staying at
La Rosa dei Quattro Venti
Puglia, Italy
Restored and finely renovated ancient 17th century Monastery and “Masseria” (farmhouse), located a short distance from Martina Franca, a town halfway between Adriatic and Ionic Sea. Immersed in the peaceful and tranquil Valle D’Itria countryside, the 14 acres property includes: a manor house with several large communal areas, a small church with original frescoes dating back to the 18th century, a large and bright Yoga Shala converted from a stable, a wide glass gazebo room overlooking the open garden, a private forest with a meditational path in the woods, a swimming pool and various quiet areas to relax and meditate.
THE VENUE
La Rosa Dei 4 Venti is a renovated ancient farmhouse that has been designed with the purpose of hosting yoga disciplines, philosophies and activities from all over the world.
The aim is to create a healthy, positive and regenerating environment with particular attention being paid to safeguard the exceptional energy and tranquility of the surroundings, promote good food philosophy, a careful and sensitive approach, and keen attention to detail ensures that all these values are met.
THE BONUSES
Family for life: You will be part of the Yogando community that will become your travelling family.
Memorable memories: will be captured in photos that will be shared with you at the end of the retreat.
Recipes and a new Italian as friends: You will go home knowing how to cook an Italian meal, how to pronounce bruschetta and how to avoid ordering cappuccino after a pizza. Also, you will learn that Fettuccine Alfredo are not Italian!
Last but not least … you will return to your families radiant and rejuvenated.
What is included
- Five nights accommodation
- Six days Full Board
- Daily yoga classes
- Daily Workshops
- Relax Areas Access
- Swimming Pool Access
What is not included
- Your round-trip airfare from home
- Transportation to and from airport (we will organize a minivan for you, with a private driver)
- Personal, medical or trip cancellation insurance
- Luggage and health insurance (mandatory)
- Excess baggage charges
- Visas or any other passport fees (make sure your passport is needed for this trip!)
- Alcoholic beverages (that includes wine)
- Excursions
- Other non-included items would include souvenir shopping, personal phone calls, extra spa services, taxis, laundry, and tips for your room maid
The Program
What you will be doing during this Retreat
MONDAY 9
Pick up from Bari airport (one single pick up)
Lunch at Villafranca historic town
Transfer to the retreat center
Informative talk: teachers presentation and retreats highlights
Dinner
TUESDAY 10
8 AM
Vinyasa Yoga
10 AM - 11 PM
Brunch
11 AM - 2 PM
Free time
3-5 PM
Workshop
7 PM
Dinner
WEDNESDAY 11
8 AM
Vinyasa Yoga
10 AM - 11 PM
Brunch
11 AM - 2 PM
Free time
3-5 PM
Workshop
7 PM
Dinner
THURSDAY 12
8 AM
Vinyasa Yoga
10 AM - 11 PM
Brunch
11 AM - 2 PM
Free time
3-5 PM
Workshop
7 PM
Dinner
FRIDAY 13
8 AM
Vinyasa Yoga
10 AM - 11 PM
Brunch
11 AM - 2 PM
Free time
3-5 PM
Workshop
7 PM
Last Family Dinner / Connection exercise
SATURDAY 14
Breakfast
Transfer to Bari airport
Goodbyes
SINGLE ROOM
$3,014
$2,713
DOUBLE ROOM
$2,612
$2,612
$800 deposit required
payment plans available
TRIPLE ROOM
$2,451
$2,451
$800 deposit required
payment plans available
La Puglia
Extra Activities
Alberobello
Trulli (traditional drystone huts) enclosed by vineyards and olive groves, this is the authentic side of the Itria Valley. The panorama is filled with a timeless magic, in the heart of which lie fascinating villages like Alberobello, Locorotondo, Martina Franca and Cisternino.
Leave the trulli, olive trees and drystone walls of the Itria Valley, and follow the way to the most beautiful beaches of the Adriatic or Ionian coast.
Take a journey at the marinas of Fasano and Ostuni, with their beaches and small coves in the low rocky coast.
Further south, search out an untamed corner of the marine nature reserve and enjoy sea breezes and the perfume of Mediterranean scrub, a natural paradise of inlets and high dunes overlooking the Ionian sea.
Polignano a mare
Polignano a Mare is probably one of the most picturesque coastal towns in Italy, if not the whole of Europe.
Sitting approximately 25 miles southeast of Bari, the small town sits perched on top of large limestone cliffs that drop off into the Adriatic sea. Below are some details about the city.
Legend has it that the land Polignano a Mare sits on was once part of Greece, but broke away and floated across the Adriatic and became part of modern-day Italy.
Although this legend is obviously not true, the area has been settled since prehistoric times and is believed to have been the site of an ancient Greek city called Neapolis of Apulia.
How to reach the location
The closest airport is either Bari or Brindisi. You main landing airport in Italy is Rome and then hop on a 50 mns domestic flight.
If you want to come earlier or stay later in Rome for some exploring – we have a travel agency to recommend that can help you organize your stay and city tours.
FAQ
We offer wellness retreats, customized around your needs.
No, we do not book flights. However we offer the option to upgrade your trip with a travel agent who will assist with booking your flight, monitoring your flight arrival and departure, and sending any updates on changes if they occur.
Deposit due upon booking. A non-refundable and non-transferrable deposit is required for your booking to be confirmed. A verbal reservation is not considered as valid. We cannot hold spots unless secured with a deposit.
The type of yoga is usually advertised for each retreat. There are usually a big variety of levels and we love that guests can attend and participate without feeling any pressure. This is YOUR WEEK so you’re encouraged to take the time you need, go at your own speed, and try and let go – whether that means diving in deep into the morning and evening classes for the week, or maybe it means needing to rest one day instead.
Many of our guests come alone and we match up based on guest profile which has always worked out really well. You can decide to have a single room or a shared room.
Our retreats are for all levels of yogis.
Absolutely! Non-participants are always welcome. All classes are voluntary and there is always daily excursions or relaxation that can be enjoyed in place of one of the yoga classes.
Children under 18: Minors under the age of 18 are not allowed in our retreats.
Travel Insurance: is required and it is mandatory for all travelers.
Travel protection will help protect travelers’ investment in the trip, and to provide certain medical coverage while they are outside the USA.
Sign up by using the “sign-up” link on any of the retreat pages. You will then fill out an information form, and then payment. We then will send you an official confirmation and welcome email with a disclosure and emergency contact form to fill out and sign, as well as any pertinent travel information you may need.
Yes! We book restaurants as part of the full service package.
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