Tuscany 2022 Yoga Retreat
06.08 - 13.08
Take a deep breath in and a long breath out, you’ve arrived at your Tuscany Yoga retreat. Nestled in the mountains of this famed Italian region, Senses Beyond 2022 Yoga retreat has all the ingredients to cultivate space, exploration and clarity as you settle into a week that is life-affirming and just a little bit magical.
Led by senior Yoga teacher, Charlene McAuley and assisted by Christoph Seiland, Senses Beyond Tuscany 2022 is filled with what makes a Yoga retreat special. With panoramic views across the valley, we will watch the sunset as we eat together, feel the warm morning sun on our skin as we move and breath in Yoga, and have a growing sense of connection to ourselves, others and earth as we take in what the mountains have to teach us.
£980
Two people sharing a twin room.
Bathroom, living space and kitchen shared between three/four people.
Sold out.
Arriving home, each moment
With enlivening yet sensitive Yoga practices providing an anchor to your retreat, each morning you’ll be given an opportunity to feel into yourself, starting the day with intention and a reminder of what matters to you. Beginning with Breathwork and Meditation, you’ll be guided through flowing, embodied Yoga in our expansive outdoor environment with a soundtrack of rustling leaves and birdsong.
Now time for brunch! We’re in Italy so this of course means the most delicious fresh produce to nourish ourselves with. On the brunch table we’ll be serving up fresh figs, cheese, eggs, and bruschetta with aromatic coffee from the moka pot (we have oat milk also!). Your kitchen (one for 3 - 4 people) will be replenished with snacks, teas and coffee throughout your stay.
£980
Two people sharing a twin room.
Bathroom, living space and kitchen shared between three/four people.
Sold out.
Explore inside & outside
The afternoons will be open for lazing by the pool, visits to the local village, and on one day during the week, a late afternoon-to-evening meander through Florence where we’ll eat late evening. You are always free to choose how you spend your free time and you’re always welcome to join in group activities.
On most days in the late afternoon, we return to the mat for an early evening exploration. Whereas the morning is a flowing session, the evening session is more workshop whereby we delve into the how and the why. Charlene will lead Embodied Expression and Therapeutic Wonder. Christoph will take you through Dreamwork, Bone Deep Release, and Meditation. All evening sessions will include movement and stillness in varying degrees.
Then comes dinner! With the sunset behind the mountains, candles lit and delicious Italian food - and on occasion Indian - we'll spend the evening conversing, exploring, and just enjoying la dolce vita.
Tuscany 2022 Yoga Retreat Pricing & Payment Plan
A payment plan is available for anyone wanting to spread the cost of the yoga break. Upon paying the deposit, you can contact us to set up monthly instalments on a designated day. The full amount will need to be received 8 weeks prior to the retreat start date.
You can pay the deposit via PayPal or bank transfer (preferred). Outstanding and full payments are accepted by bank transfer only. All payments should be made in Pound Sterling; for those outside of the UK we recommend paying via Transfer Wise as it's a cheaper way to pay into a GBP account.
For details on how to pay via bank transfer contact open the below link or contact Charlene at hello@sensesbeyond.com
Twin Room Occupancy: £980
Two people sharing a twin room. Bathroom, living space and kitchen shared between three/four people.
Sold out.
Comfortable Sofa Bed: £990
Comfortable sofa bed. Bathroom, living space and kitchen shared between three/four people.
Sold out.
Solo Room Occupancy: £1350
Bathroom, living space and kitchen shared between three/four people.
One place remaining.
Non-refundable Deposit: £250 via PayPal up until 10 week before retreat. Full balance via Bank Transfer thereafter.
What to expect from your Yoga retreat
As experienced and dedicated yoga practitioners, Charlene and Christoph are all-encompassing in their yoga holiday offerings. The yoga practices taught by Charlene and Christoph will include:
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Embodied Yoga, Embodied Expression, Therapeutic Wonder
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Working with Dreams: Dreamwork for Self-Knowledge
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Relaxation for Optimal Wellbeing
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Meditation and Breathwork
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Day out in the Renaissance city of Florence
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Guided and unguided exploration opportunities around this famed region
We wish for our yoga retreat in Italy to be a serene and healing experience for each yogi. Should you have a specific issue you wish to address and would like your self-care experience to be tailor-made, you can have a private hypnotherapy session with Christoph and/or a private yoga class with Charlene. Please email in advance.
What's included in your Tuscany 2022 Yoga Retreat
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2 x vegetarian local produce daily* meals, with two fish meals served
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Your kitchen will be replenished with snacks throughout the stay
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Daily morning practice (135 mins)
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Daily evening practice* (90 mins)
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Excursion to Florence
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Comfortable room with en-suite with its own kitchen and lounging area
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Herbal teas and good coffee
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Unlimited use of swimming pool
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Explorations around the surrounding area included the local village of San Marcello-in-Pistoiese and the spa town of Montecatini Terme (you can always book a massage!)
What's not included in your Tuscany 2022 Yoga Retreat
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Flights
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Transfers although shared transfers will be arranged to reduce costs*
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Alcohol although feel free to bring your own
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Expenses during excursions and explorations (travel is included for Florence and the nearby villages)
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Private consultations and sessions with Christoph and Charlene
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Travel insurance
Il Gufo, your Summer 2022 yoga holiday location, is around 70 km and 50 km from Pisa Airport and Florence Airport respectively. As the majority of our guests will be flying to Pisa, we suggest flying to and from here if you wish to share a car journey to Il Gufo; we are happy to coordinate shared taxis on the day of arrivals. For those arriving later or wishing to make their own journey to the retreat venue, you can find out more about travel options on the Il Gufo website.
*The day we visit Florence there'll be no evening meal from the retreat. The day of arrival and departure is one meal.
A little glimpse of our Italian Yoga holiday...
“I am certain that the benefits of the time I spent on retreat with you in Portugal are lasting far beyond the week itself. Since returning I have found the motivation to develop new habits and routines including a daily yoga or meditation practice. I am so grateful to you both for sharing your wisdom and experience, which has inspired me to commit to these changes, and I’ve already booked my place in Tuscany in August 2022, knowing it will be another valuable week of self-care, learning... and fun!”
— Laura C, Manchester
“A heartfelt thank-you from the three of us for such a restoring and nourishing retreat. We all loved your classes, and the attention to detail was fantastic. Thank you for offering your time and teachings in such a generous way.”
— Rachael C, Jacqui E,
and Samantha P
United Kingdom
“What I really love about your teachings is that you’ve collected a huge amount of movement in all your self exploring and your previous trainings. You are authentic and embody what you teach. I like the simplicity of postures which turn out to be super effective. I become more aware of my body. Everybody feels very welcome in your course wherever the person is in their own yoga experience.”
— Catharina W, Innsbruck,
Portugal 2019 Retreater
Tuscany Yoga Retreat 2022 Cancellations and Refunds
Deposits paid are non-refundable, therefore, any cancellations will not include a return of the deposit. The exception is when cancellation is made due to Covid-19 travel restrictions to Italy. Should a cancellation be made 10 weeks prior to the summer 2022 yoga retreat start date, you will receive a refund of monies paid minus the deposit and 10 percent administration charge. All cancellations after the 10 week period will not be returned unless your place is filled in which case you will receive a refund of monies paid minus the deposit and 20 percent administration charge. You are able to transfer your deposit or summer 2022 yoga holiday reservation to another person, however, we require at least 21 days notice.
Please contact Charlene via email at hello@sensesbeyond.com or WhatsApp on +447725854416 if you have any queries.
