Wellness Retreat in Tuscany

- Italy -

Wellness Retreat in Tuscany - Italy -

14 to 19 September 2025

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14 to 19 September 2025 ☆

Me-time, finding inner peace and empowerment - Retreat in Sorano, Italy, exploring beautiful surroundings.

A Return to What Truly Matters

5 Days of Reconnection, Joy & Stillness
Tuscany • 14 - 19 September 2025

In uncertain times, we long for grounding.
This retreat is your invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and return to yourself — held by the wild beauty of Tuscany and the healing power of mindful community.

Join us for a gently transformative five-day journey at Terme di Sorano SPA, where movement, stillness, nature, and shared presence come together to nourish your whole being.

🌿 Daily Offerings for Body & Soul

Each day brings space to rest, play, and reconnect:

  • Yoga: Hatha, Vinyasa & Yin practices to balance strength with softness

  • Meditation: Guided and walking meditations to root into the present moment

  • Qigong & Breathwork: Gentle energy and breath practices to restore calm

  • Conscious Dance: Move and express freely in a safe, welcoming space

  • Fireside Gatherings: Story-sharing and reflection beneath the stars

✨ A Taste of Tuscany

More than a retreat — this is a soulful experience of place:

  • Bathe in the natural Saturnia thermal springs, famed for their healing waters

  • Wander the ancient streets of Pitigliano, a hidden gem of Etruscan history

  • Enjoy an organic farm tasting with local wines and produce

🏡 Stay & Nourish

You'll stay five nights in a private bedroom within a shared Tuscan villa at Terme di Sorano SPA, surrounded by trees, warm pools, and peace.

Included:

  • Daily breakfast, light lunch, and nourishing dinners (with wine & water)

  • Full access to 3 pools (2 thermal, 1 freshwater)

  • Tennis court, sun loungers & serene green spaces

  • Group transport from Perugia Airport (or meet us directly)

💫 Investment

£1,200 (excluding flights) - Early Bird price: £ 1,100 if committed by 30th June

  • Secure your place with a £360 deposit

  • Pay the rest in full or in instalments by 31 August

This retreat is intentionally kept small to honour the depth of the journey.
We invite those who feel ready to pause the noise, find joy again, and reconnect — gently and together.

  • A lush green yard with a swimming pool and trees surrounding a building with a round, glass-enclosed area.

    The Resort

  • A small stream with waterfalls flows between stone retaining walls, surrounded by green trees and bushes, with a path and benches on the right side and a pink building in the background under a blue sky.

    The Landscape

  • Night view of an illuminated stone church with a steeple, surrounded by dark landscape and low lights, under a dark sky.

    The Chapel Studio

  • A campfire pit encircled by rocks with partially burned wood and ash, set in a wooded area with a bench and a small shelter in the background, sunlight filtering through trees.

    The Woods

  • Buffet station with baked goods, eggs, and breakfast items; TV and flowers on the wall.

    The Breakfast Bar

  • Interior of a historical church or chapel with high arched ceilings, white walls, small high window, and stone archways leading to separate chambers.

    Chapel Inside

  • People hiking on a narrow trail in a lush forest with green foliage and moss-covered logs.

    Walking Meditation

  • A large group of diverse adults sitting at a long dining table, raising glasses for a toast in a well-lit restaurant with large windows and artwork on the walls.

    Restaurant

  • Two pigeons perched on the edge of a stone fountain with a water spout, outdoors, with a rust-colored planter with flowers in the background.

    Spring Water

  • Outdoor swimming pool with blue water, surrounded by a stone deck and green grass. Behind the pool are trees, a stone wall, and closed umbrellas along the poolside. The sky is partly cloudy.

    Big Swimming Pool

  • The Fraier pool, hot spring water in tuscany

    Friar Thermal Pool

  • A large outdoor swimming pool with a central shaded pavilion and surrounding hot tubs, filled with people swimming and relaxing. Lounge chairs with umbrellas are arranged on grassy areas around the pool, and there are stone pathways and landscaped greenery.

    The Thermal Pool

  • A hillside city with stone buildings and a tower, situated above green trees under a blue sky with some clouds.

    Pitigliano

  • Narrow stone alleyway with stairs descending, stone walls, and wooden doors, in a historical village.

    Pitigliano Inside

  • A person giving a massage to another person's bare back.

    Treatment Room

  • People swimming and relaxing in natural hot springs with tiered pools and a small stone building, set in a lush, green landscape.

    Saturnia Thermal

  • A main plate of pasta with black olives, cherry tomatoes, and basil, garnished with black crumbs. Three smaller dishes of soup and a salad, with the last dish containing green beans and cherry tomatoes, all set on a kitchen counter.

    Local Dishes

  • Collage of a hotel or guesthouse with exterior view, dining area, two bedrooms, and a kitchen.

    Accomodation

  • Luggage with a yellow suitcase, a black suitcase, a backpack, a straw hat, a bag, and some papers in an airport terminal near an AVIS car rental desk.

    Airport Transfer

What people are saying …..

 

…. “ Just back from a wonderful retreat at the beautiful Terme Di Sorano, Tuscany, organised by Teia and her friendly, knowledgeable team. I’d highly recommend the whole experience. It was a fantastic opportunity to try yoga, Qigong and meditate in a tranquil setting as well as to form new friendships. The attention to detail was fantastic and meant I was able to truly relax and recharge. A huge THANK YOU Teia, Michelle and Robin” ...

Louisa Mower 31/05/2025

… “I've just returned from a yoga retreat in Italy arranged by Teia. I had a wonderful time enjoying the yoga, Qigong and the beautiful surroundings.  Teia worked tirelessly to ensure our enjoyment. I would thoroughly recommend the experience”

Linda 31/05/2025

… “I’ve also just returned from a yoga retreat with Téia in the beautiful Terme de Sorano. Our trip was so carefully planned and organised. The yoga sessions with Téia and Robin were wonderful and I enjoyed being introduced to Qigong by Michelle. The swimming and thermal pools were lovely and there was plenty of time to relax and enjoy delicious food. Exploring the beautiful local town and the sulphur springs was a highlight. In the 5 days I felt I made new friends, really benefited from the yoga and meditation and have come home relaxed and reconnected. Thank you, Téia, Robin and Michelle.” …

Sue Dunne 01/06/2025

… “Just been away on Teia’s first retreat. The Terme de Sorano is a wonderful place to stay, so peaceful and relaxing with amazing places to explore close by. I enjoyed learning QiGong with Michelle and of course Teia’s wonderful meditation sessions” …

Jennie Sm. 01/06/2025

… “What an experience! The retreat in Italy was amazing. I very much enjoyed a stay at the beautiful retreat set in woodland surrounded by amazing wildlife. We were immersed in the Italian culture with delicious foods and trips to local villages. Swimming in the thermal pools, walks and relaxation … Meditation, yoga and Qigong what more can you want to help you to relax from a busy life. It all exceeded my expectations and I would highly recommend to anyone looking to go. Huge thanks to Téia for her impeccable organisation and Michelle & Robin for their relaxed and supportive teaching styles” ...

Helen Clutterham 02/06/2025

Three adults standing together outdoors in a wooded area with green leaves, smiling at the camera.

You are in good hands ….

Téia Peters: 

Retreat leader; Breath-Based Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga, Breath work, and Meditation teacher. Registered with Yoga Alliance International YTT 500 hrs since 2022.

Education:

  • Akasha Yoga Academy, from October 2022, 200 hr

  • Akasha Yoga Academy, 300 hr to March 2024.

  • Ecstatic Dance DJ and Facilitator at the Umaya School.

Classes:

  • Abbeycroft Leisure Centre – Haverhill;

  • Bannatyne’s SPA Bury St Edmunds;

  • Private dance events, workshops, and sessions.

  • Cambridge Ecstatic Dance group.

  • Tuscany Retreat May/25

Skills: Breath-Based Hatha Yoga; Yin Yoga, Knowledge of Yoga poses and modifications. Breathing techniques. Hormonal Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Full Body Relaxation, DJ, Free Form Dance; Administration and leadership, and First Aid trained. Fully insured

Languages: Fluent in English and Portuguese – Basic in Italian and Spanish.

Robin Taylor: 

Have practiced yoga for 20 years.

Yoga Instructor for 10 years.

Education:

  • Trained in Mysore, India at Nivana Yoga Shala: 200 hrs ashtanga vinyasa, 200 hrs Hatha,

  • additional training in Rishikesh, India.

Classes:

  • Haverhill Leisure Centre,

  • Mildenhall Hub,

  • Fornham Pilates,

  • Fornham Health Hub,

  • Moreton Hall Health Club,

  • Self Centre Bury ST EDmunds,

  • Retreats in the UK & abroad.

Other: Yoga Alliance Certified, fully insured, and first aid trained.

Michelle Brace: 

Qigong practitioner since 2013, training in Taoist Water Method arts including Dragon and Tiger Medical Qigong, Taoist Neigong, Heaven and Earth Qigong, Gods Playing in the Clouds Qigong, Bagua, and Taoist Meditation.

Primary Teacher: Paul Cavel - principal of the Tai Chi Space and senior instructor of the Energy Arts System, founded by Taoist Lineage Master Bruce Frantzis.

Education: Energy Arts Instructor Certification:

  • Foundational Qigong (2023)

  • Taoist Neigong (2024)

Classes:

  • 121 Foundational Qigong Cambridge area and

  • Qigong for balance, health, and wellbeing in Ipswich.

  • Previously a Qigong teacher for the Suffolk Libraries Moving Minds programme and for the

  • Satissum Art and Wellbeing retreat in Tuscany, Italy May 2025.

Insured to teach Qigong and has both Public Liability and Professional Indemnity insurance.

Circular design with a gold border featuring a crescent moon and stars in the center, radiating lines, surrounded by the words "BE LOVE" and "SHH! BE QUIET" in black, with illustrations of a dove, hearts, and ornate swirls.

Some photos from May’s retreat …

Some photos from May’s retreat …

Some photos from May’s retreat … Some photos from May’s retreat …

A lush green lawn leading to a swimming pool surrounded by trees and bushes. The pool features a bubble-shaped pool house with surrounding lounge areas and a deck. Tall trees and a clear blue sky are in the background.
People sitting around a small campfire outdoors with rocks surrounding it, in a forested area.
Two women standing in a vineyard on a sunny day, smiling, with rows of grapevines and a blue sky in the background.
A large group of people sitting at a long dining table in a restaurant, raising glasses for a toast and smiling at the camera.
Group of people standing outdoors on a sunny day with a scenic view of a historic city and landscape in the background, some smiling and posing for the photo.
Two people standing on grass at night in front of a small stone church with illuminated exterior, bushes, trees, and a dark sky in the background.
A memorial fire pit surrounded by rocks with small candles, in an outdoor wooded area with a bench and a wooden shelter.
People participating in a yoga class inside a historic building with a decorated wall and religious artwork behind the instructor.
Women participating in a yoga class in a rustic indoor studio with stone and yellow walls, sitting on yoga mats facing an instructor, with water bottles and personal belongings nearby.
A narrow, cobblestone alleyway with stairs, arches overhead, and stone and plaster walls.
A narrow trail between large moss-covered rocks with green trees overhead in a forest.
A group of people gathered outdoors in a forest, participating in a group meditation or yoga session around a small campfire with their arms raised, sunlight filtering through trees.
Group of people sitting in a circle around a campfire in a forest, participating in an outdoor gathering or meditation session, with lush green trees surrounding them.
A clear blue swimming pool with three people floating together near the far end, surrounded by green grass, trees, and a row of closed white umbrellas on a sunny day.
Older woman with sunglasses smiling, holding a phone, standing in front of a tall beige stone wall with iron fencing, on a sunny day with a blue sky, in a European city street.
Group of people practicing yoga indoors on mats, lying on their backs with eyes closed, in a room with high arched windows and brick flooring.
Two people hiking on a moss-covered trail in a dense forest, with one person wearing a green shirt and blue pants, and the other in black athletic wear. A rope barrier guides the trail, and a fallen mossy log runs alongside the path.
People enjoying a hot spring with tiered pools surrounded by greenery and trees, under a partly cloudy sky.
Children swimming in a small pool outside a multi-story building with an outdoor dining area with white chairs and umbrellas on a balcony.
Outdoor swimming pool area at dusk with covered lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and hills, with a cloudy sky in the background.
People swimming in a bright blue outdoor swimming pool on a sunny day, surrounded by green trees and folded umbrellas.
Person standing in a small, clear stream with rocks and green plants on either side.
Stone fountain with a large bowl on a pedestal, water flowing from it, set against a stone arched structure and blue sky with clouds.
Historic outdoor terrace with stone archways and a decorative fountain, surrounded by tables and chairs with umbrellas, overlooking a landscape with trees under a clear blue sky.
A woman with short dark hair and earrings, wearing a blue long-sleeve shirt and a necklace, sitting at a wooden table on a patio. She is looking at the camera with her hands clasped. The table has sunglasses, a black marker, and a paper with highlighted lines. There is a peach-colored wall and black window shutter in the background, with sunlight casting shadows.
Luggage and a straw hat at an airport terminal.
Group of people practicing yoga or meditation in a historic church with religious paintings and icons on the wall.
Group of people gathered in a circle in a forest, sitting on mats or wooden benches, around a small campfire during the daytime.
Close-up of a hand holding a partially eaten pastry topped with sugar and nuts, with a cup of coffee and a spoon on a tray in the background.
A small red vintage car parked in a European square with outdoor seating, potted plants, and historic stone buildings under a Blue sky with scattered clouds.
A woman in a floral bikini top and patterned wide-leg pants throws a straw hat into the air on a sunny day at a resort with lush green trees, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a large house or hotel in the background.
Buffet table with various baked goods, eggs, and breakfast items at a restaurant.
Three people smiling and posing for a photo inside a restaurant, with a female chef on the left wearing a white chef's hat and apron, a woman in the middle in a black top with long brown hair, and a male chef on the right wearing a black chef's coat and a striped chef's hat.
A woman in a white bathrobe and sunglasses relaxing on a lounge chair under a large yellow umbrella at a poolside or resort area.
A small chapel with a white arched ceiling, stone and white walls, and religious artwork on the back wall, including a portrait of the Madonna and Child. There is a small altar with a flower vase in the center.
A woman in a black top and floral skirt standing on a grassy lawn with her arms outstretched, holding a plate. Behind her is a historic stone building with a chimney, surrounded by flowering bushes and green trees under a partly cloudy sky.

Questions and Answers

Questions and Answers

  • Yes, I will be happy to help you buy the tickets to fly us, or to find an alternative that best suits your case.

  • We are going with Ryanair -

    • Flying on 14SEPT 10:55 London Stansted - Perugia FR 2497 -

    • Coming back: 19SEPT - 16:45Perugia - 18:10London Stansted - FR 2496

    It is outside school holidays, so the prices are not premium. At this moment, both way can be purchased for a total of £188.00.

  • The resort provides towels, hairdryer and shower soap. Please bring: comfortable clothing for yoga, conscious dance, and walking; swimwear for the pools and thermal springs; a journal for reflection; and anything personal that helps you feel at ease. We recomend walking shoes for the wood meditations and explorations of the Sorano landscape. Don’t forget your open heart and curiosity!

  • You’ll stay in a beautiful, shared villa with private bedrooms. The resort offers thermal and cold pools, tennis courts, and peaceful gardens. The villa atmosphere is welcoming, relaxed, and designed to foster community.

    We will provide villas with 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms, each person will have their own bedroom (unless you are a couple and choose to share the same room). Most of the rooms will have en-suite, others will not, which means that some people might share a bathroom. It will be on the order of a first-come, first-served basis, but friends can be allocated in the same villa, if requested.

  • The surrounding landscape is hilly with many steps. It is intended for people with a normal level of fitness. If you have any special needs, please get in touch, and we can assess and possibly offer adaptations or alternatives. Also, please consult with your healthcare provider before booking. Our classes are adaptable, and our facilitators will offer modifications to accommodate different needs. However, this is not a medical retreat. If you have specific concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us to discuss them.

  • Your package includes 5 nights accommodation in a private bedroom within a shared villa at Terme di Sorano SPA, daily breakfast, light lunches, and dinners (with water and wine), access to the thermal and fresh-water pools, tennis courts, daily yoga and movement classes, guided meditations, breathwork, Qigong, conscious dance sessions, transportation from and to Perugia Airport (at scheduled times), and excursions to Saturnia thermal springs and the medieval town of Pitigliano. Flights are not included.

  • This retreat is open to all levels — whether you’re new to yoga and movement or have years of practice. Our focus is on gentle, mindful movement, self-discovery, and community connection. Everyone is welcome to join and express themselves fully.

    Please include any physical/mobility limitations, please add it on the Health Form provided.

  • We offer group transportation from Perugia Airport to the resort and back at designated times. If you prefer, you can also meet us directly at the resort. Detailed travel instructions will be provided after booking.

  • A non-refundable deposit of £360 secures your spot. The remaining balance is monthly payments, due by August 31. We recommend travel insurance for flights and personal travel.

  • Yes, all meals are included—breakfast, light lunch, and dinner with water and wine. We use fresh, mostly organic local produce. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions or allergies during booking so we can accommodate your needs.

  • Absolutely! Many guests come solo and find the retreat a wonderful opportunity to connect deeply with themselves and others. You’ll be welcomed into a warm, supportive community.

  • Each day includes a variety of gentle yoga classes (Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin), meditation, breathwork, Qigong, conscious dance, and time for relaxation or exploration. Excursions to the thermal springs and medieval towns are also part of the schedule. A detailed itinerary will be shared before arrival.

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