There may be no better setting in which to practice Mountain Pose than actual mountains, or at least the hilly landscape of Casperia, Italy.
This quaint, small village about an hour outside of Rome is a fabulous place to begin a yoga holiday with Sunflower Retreats. It is fast becoming our new favourite locale!
Imagine a short drive by bus or taxi from Rome, about one hour -- we can arrange that for you, or you can find your way on your own. Spend a few days in Rome first and you'll be ready to begin relaxing, breathing deeply and learning new poses with our friendly instructors. Whether you're a novice or an experienced practitioner, you'll find the setting ideal for diving deeply into the heart and spirit of yoga. We ensure that every moment you spend in Casperia is filled with joy, laughter, friendliness and good food, creating memories that nourish the body and restore the soul.
Casperia is the kind of magical place that takes us back to another time, with its ancient buildings, churches and the massive walls that surround it. Once a fortress in medieval times, this village offers the placid, tranquil setting that's perfect for quiet meditation, hiking, walking or simply practicing poses on a warm summer's evening. Sunflower Retreats gives its participants the right balance of work and play, food and friendship, exertion and relaxation. You can decide for yourself how much of your day is devoted to yoga classes -- or you can do none at all, if the mood strikes! Whether you squeeze a little holiday into your yoga, or you squeeze a little yoga into your holiday is entirely up to you.
In addition to our experienced, warm, yoga instructors, we offer you a wide variety of holistic therapists who are at your disposal, day or night. If you've pushed yourself a little too hard and your knee is sore, we have just the right treatment to get you back into Lotus Pose in no time. Or if you're in need of some facial pampering, we offer a soothing Aloe Vera treatment that restores and rejuvenates your every pore.
And we work closely with local farmers to ensure that everything on your plate is fresh, organic and nutritious. If you have dietary restrictions or preferences, we of course take great care to make sure your needs and tastes are met. From freshly squeezed juice in the morning to homemade pasta at the evening meal...it's delicious, nutritious and from-farm-to-table fresh!
The memories you make with new friends on a Sunflower Retreat yoga holiday will last a lifetime. You take home new yoga poses, of course, but you also take home new friends! The staff at Sunflower Retreats is anxious to welcome you on our next holiday, so...what are you waiting for? Get in touch with us today! We can't wait to meet you!