Rani Yoga

OVERVIEW

Come and enjoy 4 days and 4 nights of bliss in a private villa in one of the most beautiful region of South Italy, Apulia. A retreat full of activities, delicious food, yoga classes, wellness and new friends. If you are looking to relax, practicing yoga and having fun, surrounded by nature and Italian culture then this program is for you.

HIGHLIGHTS

6 yoga classes - asanas, breathwork and meditation.

Kirtan, sound bath and mantra chanting with musician Luka Zotti (lukazotti.com).

Salento evening with local folklore show by Tarantarte (tarantarte.it).

Walk in meditation along the coast.

A cooking class and Italian aperitif at Masseria Caposella (caposella.it).

4 nights accommodation in stunning private villa. Brunches and dinners included

YOGA STYLE

Rani adheres to the classical principles of Hatha Yoga, enriching the practice with other yoga methods and philosophies including Vinyasa, Iyengar and Kundalini.

Skill level: Beginner & Intermediate

Group size: 7-10 participants

ABOUT THE RETREAT

Perfect for all levels of experience, you will be able to build strength, stability, as well as increase flexibility and body awareness. Pranayama will be also a fundamental tool to help us with the practice, awaken our energy force and ultimately to calm the mind.

During this 4 days retreat, our yoga instructor Rani will teach 2 yoga lessons a day. You will start the day with a dynamic practice and in the late afternoons there will be pranayama, meditation, gentle asanas and space for sharing and open conversations. Through her solid experience as practitioner and teacher, Rani will meet your individual needs, guiding your progress with support, dedication and compassion. The classes will be taught in English and also in Italian where translation is necessary.

IN ADDITION TO OUR YOGA PROGRAM

Learn how to prepare a local dish in our cooking class at Masseria Caposella (caposella.it)

Meditative walk along the splendid Salento coast

Participate in a concert of meditative music by musician Luka Zotti (lukazotti.com)

Learn to dance the local dance ‘pizzica’ followed by a dance show - Tatantarte (tarantarte.it)

During the day there will be plenty of space to enjoy private time such as: relax by the swimming pool, sit under a tree, go to the beach to swim in the Mediterranean sea, go on excursions to the most evocative places in southern Italy as Leuca, Lecce or Ostuni or explore the beautiful surroundings of the stunning Salento’a area, where time seems to have stopped.

VILLA & ACCOMODATION

La Torre Bianca - www.latorrebiancasalento.com

La Torre Bianca is located in Gagliano del Capo, a quiet village in the heart of Salento, the southernmost region of Apulia. The residence is in the center of the village, with all the service within walking distance. The sea is reachable with a 10-minute walk on a steep path. All the remain beaches and famous towns are within a 10/20-minute drive. The house is designed by architect Lorenzo Grifantini, director of an established architecture studio based in London (dosarchitects.com)

The villa has a beautiful pool for you to relax after a day of exploring all that the area has to offer. A large outdoor courtyard provides the main communal eating space. An outdoor terrace and garden offer a place to relax in the sun or the shade.

Accommodation consists of two twin rooms, one triple room and one double room all with private ensuite bathroom, so please bring a yoga friend to share with, or meet a new friend, as places in the villa are limited to 10.

If the villa is full there is the possibility of staying in Palazzo Morisco, a beautiful building a few meters from the villa.

Facilities

Air-conditioned rooms with private bathroom.

Terrace, courtyard and garden.

Dining area and kitchen. Swimming Pool

FOOD

During this retreat, you will enjoy the most amazing food you will ever eat. You will be served brunch and dinner every day, which is included in the price (except for 1 optional dinner). Food plays a central role in both our yoga practice and life. We believe food should be varied, unprocessed and nourishing to promote energy and wellbeing. The food we serve is plant based. All produces we source are local, seasonal and organic wherever possible. This retreat is vegetarian friendly.

Enjoy brunch after the morning yoga class with the company of other guests. The chef will treat you from 10:30 to 12:30, and you will find a big and hearty buffet. Healthy and vegetarian dinners will be served at the villa. Dinner is usually served after the evening class at 19:30. Refreshments and light bites are also available throughout the day and include tea, coffee, water, fruit and biscuits. If you feel like going out, then you can also explore several restaurants in the area.

If you have special dietary requirements please communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation.

INSTRUCTOR & HOST

Rani Arduino

With a degree in Psychology and having previously worked in the music industry for 8 years. Rani started intensively practicing yoga 18 years ago and teaching for the last 12 of those. Her profound understanding of yoga philosophy and meditation is evident in her classes which emphasize breath, presence, awareness, mindfulness, core strength and flexibility in both the body and mind.

Allegra Figus

Allegra is the owner of La Torre Bianca. She lives between London and Rome, working in different creative sectors throughout movie industry, fashion, design and hospitality. She personally furnished the interior of the villa in a style that fits perfectly with the local one. Her impeccable way of handling hospitality makes the stay of all guests a pleasant experience.

Both organisers speaks: English and Italian.

PROGRAMME

Day 1 - Thursday 3rd Oct

16:00 - Arrival and Check-in

18:00 - Opening Ceremony, schedule and evening meditation

19:30 - Dinner

21:00 - Free time / hang out

23:00 - Light off

Day 2 - Friday 4th Oct

07:45 - Morning Meditation

08:15 - Tea and light bites

08:30 - 1st Yoga session: 2h of asanas, pranayama, meditation

10:30 - Brunch

12:30 - Free time / massage at extra cost

18:00 - 2nd yoga session: 1h15m of restorative yoga and meditation

19:30 - Dinner

20:30 - 2h of Kirtan and Sound Healing Workshop with Luka Zotti

22:30 - Free time / hang out

23:00 - Light off

Day 3 - Saturday 5th Oct

07:45 - Morning Meditation

08:15 - Tea and light bites

08:30 - 1st Yoga session: 2h of asanas, pranayama, meditation

10:30 - Brunch

12:30 - Free time / massage at extra cost

18:00 - 2nd yoga session: 1h15m of restorative yoga and meditation

19:30 - Dinner

20:30 - 2h of Salento Dance Show (tarantella/pizzica) by Tarantarte

22:30 - Free time / hang out

23:00 - Light off

Day 4 - Sunday 6th Oct

07:45 - Morning Meditation

08:15 - Tea and light bites

08:30 - 1st Yoga Session: 2h of asanas and walking meditation

10:30 - Brunch

12:30 - Free time / Massage at extra cost

16:00 - 2nd Yoga Session: 1h of restorative yoga and meditation

18:00 - Cooking lesson with at Masseria Caposella

20:00 - Light dinner at home (included) or at restaurant in Tricase (optional at extra cost)

22:30 - Free time / hang out

23:00 - Light off

Day 5 - Monday 7th Oct

07:45 - Morning Meditation and Asanas

10:00 - Breakfast

11:00 -Good bye

What's included:

4 nights accommodation, all rooms with private ensuite bathroom and towels.

Daily yoga practice and walk in meditation.

Sound healing/Kirtan with musician Luka Zotti.

Salento dance show by Tarantarte.

A cooking class at Masseria Caposella.

Delicious plant based meals daily, to include brunch and evening dinner.

All day light snacks, fruits and refreshments. Wi-fi internet connection

What's not included:

Flights. Airport transfers. Excursions to visit the area around.

Massages - available upon request at additional cost.

Travel/medical insurance. One dinner (optional)

HOW TO GET THERE

It takes just over an hour to reach the villa from Brindisi Airport and about 2 hours from Bari Airport.

This area boasts a mild and breezy Mediterranean climate with sandy and rocky beaches.

Brindisi DBS - Salento Airport 115 km

Transfer available at an additional cost

Bari BRI - Karol Wajtyla Airport - 250 km

Transfer available at an additional cost

La Torre Bianca - Galliano del Capo (Salento) 73034, Lecce

CANCELLATION POLICY

A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.

The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.

The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.

PRICES

£ 545 (€ 645) Triple

£ 595 (€ 695) Twin / double

£ 695 (€ 795) Single