EXPERIENCE
ITALY 2027
July 17th - 23rd 2026
Small group
Daily yoga, nature & slow living
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Join our small-group yoga retreat in Puglia, Southern Italy.
Enjoy a meaningful week of yoga, meditation, creativity and connection, hosted by Paulina, an experienced yoga therapist and retreat leader.
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Over seven days, reconnect with your body, your breath and yourself through mindful practices, group experiences and the wisdom of the Five Elements.
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More than a holiday, this is an opportunity to slow down, explore deeper layers of your experience and create space for balance, clarity and renewal. Join us to connect deeply—with yourself, with others and with the joy of summer in one of Italy's most inspiring landscapes.
WHERE ARE WE GOING TO STAY IN ITALY?
THE CENTRE
YOGAPULIA is a boutique retreat center dedicated exclusively to yoga and meditation practice. It is located in the tranquil Valle d'Itria in Puglia (Southern Italy), surrounded by beautiful countryside, olive trees, almond groves, and vineyards.
The center is built around historic trulli.
A trullo (plural: trulli) is a distinctive architectural structure made from locally quarried rough stone. These stones are carefully layered without the use of mortar, utilizing only traditional tools and expert craftsmanship. The structure is characterized by thick walls—up to one meter wide—above which rises a conical roof covered in chiancarelle, narrow stone slabs arranged in a circular pattern.
This unique design keeps the interior naturally cool in summer and warm in winter.
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YOGAPUGLIA
The COMPLEX offers a harmonious blend of luxury and simplicity, designed to provide guests with a serene and refined experience :
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High-Standard Rooms: These rooms prioritize comfort and elegance, crafted from locally sourced materials that reflect the area’s authenticity. Each room features a private ensuite bathroom for maximum convenience and privacy.
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Central Swimming Pool: Located at the heart of the complex, the vibrant pool serves as both a refreshing oasis and a communal gathering spot, adding a splash of color and relaxation to the setting.
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Expansive Outdoor Courtyard and Terraces: The courtyard serves as the primary dining area, fostering community connections in an inviting outdoor atmosphere. Several additional terraces offer both sunlit and shaded spaces, ideal for unwinding throughout the day.
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Yoga Room with Panoramic Countryside Views: This beautifully designed, light-filled yoga space offers stunning countryside vistas. It’s fully equipped with modern amenities, including a newly installed wooden floor, large windows, an insulated roof, and a pellet stove, ensuring comfort even in cooler winter months.
WHO CAN JOIN THIS RETREAT?
Our retreat is open to everyone, from beginners to advanced practitioners,
seeking relaxation, renewal, and connection.
Perfect for those looking to reduce stress, improve well-being, and enjoy yoga, meditation,
and nature in a welcoming, like-minded community. All levels welcome!
MEET YOUR HOST
Paulina Copello
Your facilitator Paulina Copello is the founder of Natural Joy Yoga. She is a C-IAYT certified member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists and a Yoga teacher (RYT® 500, RPYT, YACEP)
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Paulina is argentinian-italian, currently based in Oslo, Norway.
She teaches with a passionate approach to Yoga and health, offering a safe space to explore the connection between mind, breath and body and empowering students through self-care and a lack of self judgement.
Connect with Paulina on Instagram @cultivate_a_natural_joy
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THE FOOD
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Food plays a central role in Yogapuglia . Food is varied, unprocessed and nourishing to promote energy and wellbeing. It is local, seasonal and plant based. Specialized chefs daily bring their passion and love for healthy, tasty food.
Food plays a central role in both our yoga practice and life. We believe food should be varied, unprocessed and nourishing to support wellbeing and a lifelong practice.
Our food is plant-based, and meals are primarily focused on local traditions and recipes. Brunch and dinner have been developed to ensure the right balance of grains, greens and proteins to promote energy and recovery. We are very fortunate to work with chefs who share our philosophy and bring their passion and love to create healthy and delicious food.
Everything is made on-site and we try to source local, seasonal and organic produce wherever possible. Our vegetable garden and fruit trees also provide during the season – figs, pomegranates, salads, zucchini, herbs, melons, cucumbers, tomatoes… the list goes on!
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​Refreshments are also available throughout the day and include tea, coffee, water & fruit.
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"Paulina is a warm and attentive yoga instructor and I would highly recommend her retreats. The Yogapulia resort was beautiful and the surroundings breathtaking "
— Irene , retreat guest 2025
"I hope this is NOT the last trip I will have the Joy of sharing with you Paulina- this really meant the world to me & fulfilling is the Word for this trip for me"
— Monica , retreat guest 2023
"Thank you so much for this week we had together, I will always look back with a lot of love, hapiness and gratefulness for this amazing experience"
— Anna, retreat guest 2025
THE PROGRAM
Inspiration: Yoga therapy and 5 elements
An immersive journey inspired by the Five Elements.
Through movement, breath, meditation, creativity and time in nature, discover practical tools to cultivate stability, resilience, vitality, connection and inner spaciousness.
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What to Expect:
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Yoga Therapy-Inspired Practices: Experience accessible practices that combine mindful movement, breath and somatic awareness.
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Yoga Nidra Meditations: To calm the mind and cultivate inner peace.
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Creative & Reflective Workshops: Explore creativity through journaling, mindful art, group activities and reflective practices designed to deepen self-awareness and meaningful connection.
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Organic & Seasonal Regional Nutrition: Savor healthy, plant-based meals crafted with fresh, organic, and seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms, ensuring both nutrition and a connection to the region’s rich bounty.
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Nature Immersion: Reconnect with the natural world through outdoor yoga, mindful walks and moments of quiet presence, allowing the beauty of Puglia to become part of your practice.
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Community: Experience through outdoor practices, shared meals, meaningful conversations and time to simply slow down, reconnect and enjoy the beauty of the present moment.
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The Five Elements Journey: Each day is inspired by one of nature's five elements—Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Space—guiding a unique exploration through movement, breath, creativity and mindful living.
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A Journey of Exploration
This is more than a holiday in beautiful Italy. Throughout the week, we will actively explore the breath, the body, our thoughts, emotions and deeply held patterns.
Through movement, reflection, group discussions and experiential practices, you'll be invited to participate with curiosity and openness. The retreat offers a supportive environment to discover new perspectives, cultivate healthier habits and reconnect with yourself in a meaningful way.
The depth of your experience will be shaped not only by the practices themselves, but by your willingness to engage, reflect and share.
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DAILY SCHEDULE
Here’s an example of a typical day at the retreat. Please note that the schedule may vary slightly in timing, as our priority is always to connect with the energy of the group and respond to what is needed. If you need more personal space, we will honor that. This is a time for you to listen to what feels true for you and your body.
8:00 am – 9:30 am Morning Practice & Breath
A mindful movement practice suitable for all levels, combining yoga, somatic awareness and breathing techniques to awaken the body and prepare for the day.
10:00 am Nourishing Brunch
10:30 am – 12:00 pm Exploration & Learning
Through talks, reflection and experiential practices, we will explore the wisdom the Five Elements.
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Free Time
Relax by the pool, read, rest, enjoy a walk through the countryside, discover nearby beaches and charming villages, or simply take time for yourself.
5:00 pm – 6:15 pm Evening Practice
A restorative practice or creative workshop designed to support relaxation, reflection and integration.
6:30 pm Dinner
8:00 pm Evening Connection
A time to share, connect with the group, enjoy a quiet practice like Yoga Nidra or simply embrace the peaceful atmosphere of the retreat.
INVESTMENT
An investment in your own health and wellbeing.
All prices are in Euro currency.
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A max. of only 12 spots are available to keep the group small and the experience personal.
Early Bird Offer until October 31st 2026
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Shared room: €1,090 per person
Private room: €1,690 per person
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After the Early Bird period, regular prices will apply:
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Shared room: €1,250 per person
Private room: €1,850 per person
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Spaces are limited to keep the retreat experience intimate and personal.
Flexible Payment Plans We offer the option to pay in installments. Secure your spot with a 40% deposit, and pay the remainder in one or two installments.
Payment Methods We accept payments via WISE and secure online payment platforms.
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6 nights in a stunning accommodation with ensuite twin bedrooms
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Daily Multi-Style Yoga & meditation classes in a small group setting
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Two delicious plant based meals daily, to include a big breakfast/ brunch and evening dinner
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Light afternoon refreshments & tea
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Cooking class with local chef
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Yoga & creative workshops + all materials
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Yoga equipment provided
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Full access to our private pool (salt water)
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Welcome gift
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Pre-retreat communication to ensure we design our schedule and content around your wants and needs
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High speed internet
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Plane tickets
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Travel / Medical ensurance
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Food outside the retreat center
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Transportation / taxis
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Dinner at Winery
OTHER THINGS YOU CAN DO
DURING FREE TIME
Countryside walks in the Yogapuglia area among the olive and almond groves.
Visit the small village of Casalini (Less than 15 minutes walk away).
Vineyard tour and wine tasting at a local Enoteca
(we will plan one dinner together as a group for dinner + wine tour - It needs to be booked previously (Price around 50 eu)
Spend time at a mediterranean beach
The long mediterranean coastline of Puglia is home to some of the best beaches in Italy, ideal to relax and connect. In around 20/30 minutes by car or taxi you can get to:
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Polignano a Mare is a beautiful old town on the coast with a popular beach set in a cove
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Monopoli is another lovely old historical town on the coast just south of Polignano a Mare
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Torre Canne is a local beach side resort with sandy beaches, cafes and restaurants
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Lido Ottagono is a beach club in Savelletri, set on the rocky coast with crystal clear water for swimming
OTHER THINGS YOU COULD DO
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* Olive tree tour : walk among ancient olive orchards, learn about the history of olive oil farming and taste the olive oil. (needs to be booked in advance)
* Explore old historical towns and local markets : Visit charming and beautiful old towns that have remained virtually intact for centuries, such as Cisternino, Martina Franca, Alberobello (a UNESCO World Heritage site), Ostuni & Locorotondo.
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** some options may need hiring a car wich is relatively inexpensive in this area.
HOW TO GET THERE
By Plane
Yogapulia is easily accessible by taxi from 2 airports: 40 minutes from Brindisi and 1 hour from Bari. We can help to arrange taxis and taxi-shares with other participants. Flights from the UK to Brindisi go via London, Manchester and Birmingham and flights from the UK to Bari go via London.
By Train
Ostuni is the closest station at 20 minutes drive away (we can help to coordinate pick-up or taxi). Trains are an excellent way to travel across Italy if you want to explore this beautiful country beforehand - or embark on an international rail adventure!
Car Hire
We can also recommend local car hire companies who are very reasonably priced. This could be a great way to explore the beautiful region of Puglia in your spare time during the week.
The care, kindness and love Paulina gives to her students warms my heart and make me feel like family."
— Sophie, retreat guest 2025