Indulge Your Senses.
Delight in daily Yoga, meditation and tranquility in the countryside of Southern Sicily.
Creating community.
A yoga retreat that offers more. A week to create community, to dive deep into self-exploration, to heal. Transform through the power of asana, meditation, pranayama and nourishment.
July 9 - 16, 2022.
Join Laura Talafer and Rachel Zitin for an unforgettable week of yoga, wellness and nourishment at Danena, Sicily near Noto.
Imagine waking up refreshed each morning to the bright Sicilian sun and sounds of nature. Your silent mornings begin with guided meditation and pranayama followed by fresh local fruits, coffee and tea while you reflect and journal. After, Laura will get your energy up with an active, yet all-levels Vinyasa or Rocket Vinyasa yoga class. Your morning continues in community, enjoying the company of new friends over a hearty nutritious plant-based brunch.
Free afternoons can be dedicated to exploring the nearby towns and beaches (the nearest nature preserve and beach Vendicari is only a 10 minute drive), staying on site and lounging by the infinity pool or getting a holistic massage. Evenings led by Rachel will include either a Yin or Restorative Yoga class, intention and journaling ceremony or a movement-based workshop.
Your day concludes with a vegetarian or pescatarian dinner made with love by the superb staff of Danena, served on a gorgeous patio in enchanting Sicilian nature. This retreat also includes an Asana Lab with Laura, a journaling workshop and daily journal prompts with Rachel to help you focus on creating and living your best life, a wine tasting and other local activities.
“The Indulge Your Senses retreat was beyond a doubt the best investment I made in myself in 2021. A full experiential week set in idyllic scenery and run by yoga experts like Rachel & Laura made for a truly unique adventure - I came away with a new knowledge of yoga & meditation as well as a happy heart (and belly!). Highly recommend booking yours ASAP.” - Lindsay H.
“I joined Laura and Rachel on the Indulge Your Senses retreat in summer 2021. The experience was magical! Relaxing, challenging, spiritual and so much fun! Both Laura and Rachel have beautiful spirits and each of them guide you through the week in their unique, magical way making sure that everyone feels comfortable. One of the best aspects of the week for me was the people! Amazing women, each on a different journey but coming together in a truly beautiful location (with delicious food and wine!) to share and experience this amazing week. Last years retreat was, for me, one of the most wonderful weeks of the last two years. If you are hesitating, sign up now, you won’t regret it” - Helen H.
What does a typical day on the IYS Retreat look like?
8-8:30 Meditation and (guided) pranayama
8:30-9:15 Silent time for journaling and reflection - coffee, tea & fresh fruit provided
9:15 Morning yoga practice: strong vinyasa flow or Rocket Vinyasa with Laura *all levels welcome*
11:00 Brunch!
12:00-17:30 Free time
17:45/18:00 Evening practice with Rachel: this will one of the following: gentle vinyasa flow, restorative/yin yoga mix or movement workshop
20:00 Dinner
ALSO INCLUDED!
⁃ Wine-tasting dinner “under the stars” (transport included)
⁃ Cooking class (on-site)
⁃ All meals, accommodation, practices
Get to know us.
Laura has been teaching yoga for over 6 years and has received YA-approved 200hr certifications in Vinyasa Yoga and Rocket Vinyasa. She is currently undergoing an Advanced Teacher Training in Forrest Yoga. Laura’s alignment-focused style of teaching promotes inclusivity while challenging you to push beyond your perceived boundaries.
Rachel has been teaching yoga for over 4 years and is trained in Vinyasa, Restorative and Yin Yoga. Her focus is on gently aligning breath with movement and helping students find the space where they can follow their own inner guidance. She is also currently completing a body-oriented coaching course.
Laura and Rachel are both based in Rome and combine their passion for Italy, yoga, mindfulness and creating community to create unforgettable retreats. Take some time this year for yourself to Indulge all of your Senses in Sicily!
Rates and Room Options
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Shared Room Shared Bath. 1̶8̶2̶5̶ euros *ask about new summer sale prices!
Come with a friend or partner or we’ll partner you with someone. A shared room (two twins) with shared bathroom 1 or 2 other people. Private bath available at additional cost upon request, dependent on availability.
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Private Room Shared Bath. 2̶3̶5̶0̶ euros *ask about new summer sale prices!
A private room for yourself in a double bed with a shared bath with 1 or 2 other people. Private bathroom available at additional cost, upon request, dependent on availability