Yoga

The Setting

Set close to the idyllic town of Sorrento on the spectacular Amalfi coast in an ancient, converted 16th century Franciscan monastery, our yoga retreat will be a feast for all your senses. Practice yoga morning and evening with the sea nourishing your eyes and soul while you breathe in the fragrance of blooming lemon trees. After morning yoga, wind your way down to the sea to bathe in the warm, healing waters of the Mediterranean or take long, meandering hikes in the lush hillsides of the Lattari Mountains surrounding the monastery and get lost among the dense lemon and ancient olive groves. Emerge to find yourself beholding a breathtaking view of the coast including Vesuvius, Capri and the Bay of Naples.

Excursions

The retreat includes a boat excursion to Capri where you can swim in the fabled, mermaid enchanted azure waters surrounding the island, hike the quiet, hidden foot paths adorned by ornate alters to Mary or indulge in famous gastronomical or haute culture destinations.If you choose, other excursions to Sorrento, Positano, Ravello, and ancient mineral baths can be arranged with other guests and local services.

The 16th Century Monastery

The Franciscan monastery offers simple and elegant rooms that all have large windows which open to the sea. Each room has a private bathroom with a shower. We eat together in an open cloister garden flanked by arched halls for breakfast or outside overlooking the sea for dinner. Meals will be vegetarian, local and nourishing to complement our yoga practice.

The Yoga

Yoga classes are for all levels. Modifications will be given for beginners and advanced postures will be given for seasoned practitioners. Both Gabby and Summer teach hatha yoga with a strong emphasis on alignment and awareness. Expect a vigorous morning practice that will explore sun salutations, inversions, back bends, arm balancing and classic standing poses to wake you up and challenge your individual level. Afternoon practice will be quieter with an emphasis on sitting postures, restorative yoga and pranayama.The retreat also includes a guided hike to the spectacular Punto Campanella, the southernmost point of the Sorrentino Peninsula. If you choose, other excursions to Sorrento, Positano, Ravello, and ancient mineral baths can be arranged with other guests and local services.

The Franciscan monastery offers simple and elegant rooms that all have large windows which open to the sea. We eat together in an open cloister garden flanked by arched halls. Each room has a private bathroom with a shower. Meals will be vegetarian, local and nourishing to complement our yoga practice.

Yoga classes are for all levels. Modifications will be given for beginners and advanced postures will be given for seasoned practitioners. Both Gabby and Summer teach Hatha yoga with a strong emphasis on alignment. Expect a vigorous morning practice that will explore inversions, back bends, arm balancing and classic standing poses to wake you up and challenge your individual level. Afternoon practice will be quieter with an emphasis on sitting postures, restorative yoga and pranayama.

 

Yoga Retreat includes:

• 7 nights’ accommodation
• 3 meals a day
• Yoga twice a day
• Boat trip to Capri
• An evening of notable wine and history with Marco Ambron (Gabby’s husband)
• Group transfers to and from the monastery to the Sorrento train station

Retreat prices do not include:

• Airfare
• Alcohol
• Excursions
• Private transfers

Early Bird Prices;

Double room – $1,795
Single room – $2,195

A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required to hold your place. The balance must be paid in full by April 15th, 2018. Cancellation policy: A 75% refund will be given on the balance if cancelled before May 1st and if the spot can be filled. If the spot cannot be filled a 25% refund will be given. There will be no refunds after May 1st.