Join a group of incredible women for a week of sun-drenched mornings, slow golden afternoons, and soul-nourishing evenings on the idyllic coast of southern Italy. This is your invitation to move, breathe, dance, soften, and come home to yourself... held by the warmth of community and the magic of Puglia in summertime.
Nestled into a gentle hillside just steps from the Ionian Sea, Masseria Specula is a historic eco-farmhouse surrounded by olive groves and endless sky. Only five minutes from crystal-clear turquoise beaches, this is where salt air meets ancient stone and time begins to slow.
Over 6 nights you’ll experience:
Daily curated Yoga + Sculpt (2 sessions per day — energizing morning flow, grounding evening restoration)
Deeply nourishing, embodied movement practices & tarot readings
1hour - massage included (queen you deserve it)
Two authentic Italian meals daily, lovingly prepared by local nonnas
Midday Snack
Sunset skies, sea swims, and intimate group connection
Space to rest, explore, and savor la dolce vita
Expect long tables, barefoot mornings, laughter echoing through stone courtyards, and that unmistakable feeling of being fully alive.
A shared rental car is highly recommended so you can explore nearby beaches, charming towns, and hidden coastal gems at your own pace. (Public transportation is limited in this region.)
Francesca is the founder of Shamanek and a NYC-based Katonah Yoga, breathwork, Reiki, and sound facilitator with 13+ years of experience. Francesca creates transformative retreats and workshops that bridge ancient healing practices with modern life. She and Sarah met teaching at Alo Yoga in Williamsburg.
Sarah is a professional dancer and personal trainer with 13+ years of experience teaching sculpt and resistance training in NYC. She blends movement methods for full-body vitality and believes fitness is the fountain of youth. Puglia holds a special place in her heart — it’s where she fell in love with her husband.
Your deposit secures your place and is non-refundable.
We understand that unexpected events can arise, so please review the refund timeline carefully:
More than 60 days before the retreat: You’ll receive a full refund of any payments made, minus the deposit.
Within 60 days of the retreat start date: Unfortunately, no refunds can be issued, without exceptions.
We truly understand that no one anticipates canceling a retreat, but life can be unpredictable. For this reason, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your investment.
Please note that we cannot offer exceptions for any reason, including weather, personal emergencies, or illness/injury. No refunds or credits will be provided for missed portions of the retreat, late arrivals, or early departures.
Thank you for your understanding and for honoring the energy and logistics that go into creating this experience. We can’t wait to share this journey with you!
at Maseria Specula
yoga flow, dance sculpt, yoga sculpt, vinyasa yoga, breathwork, yin or restorative yoga in the evening. Open level and beginner friendly. Guided by Francesca and Sarah
Italian nonnas prepared breakfast and dinners
at Maseria Specula
freshly baked breads, cold cuts, fruits, coffee, milk, pastries
beautiful yoga studio with amazing views
of picturesque farm land
to Italy and from
8-9am yoga & breath practice or pilates
9-10am breakfast
free time to explore nearby towns, beach, shop, unwind, read
12pm snack juice and light spread
free time to get a massage, or take a pasta making class, nap
5:30pm - 6:30pm yin or restorative yoga
7:30pm - 9pm dinner
The schedule is subject to change.
You are always free to participate or skip group activities.
