Cloud 9 Pilates Italy Retreat

73030 Castro, Province of Lecce, Italy

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Alwynn Taylor
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Jun 7 - 15, 2024
Group size: 6 - 18
Cloud 9 Pilates Italy Retreat
73030 Castro, Province of Lecce, Italy

Alwynn Taylor
  • LinkedIn verified
2 reviews

Jun 7 - 15, 2024
Group size: 6 - 18

About this trip

Tmotion is thrilled to be leading its fourth edition retreat in Puglia, Italy.  8 nights, 9 days. 

June 7-15th, 2024.  The perfect way to share space with other incredible like-minded people.  

If you’ve never had the opportunity to retreat with us, you will get a true taste of what Tmotion is all about and leave as part of the TM family.


Hosted in Hotel Piccolo Mondo in Puglia, southern Italy, in the region that forms the heel of Italy’s boot. Celebrate the joy of being around others who value movement, unique experiences, and connection.  Air. Sun. Sea.  A daily dose is yours to discover.


Movement includes Pilates, Yoga & Breathwork 

Community 

Connection 

Discovery 

Food 

Art & Architecture 

Nature

Piccolo Mondo Hotel

Our open-air classes overlook the Adriatic Sea. Piccolo Mondo, a third-generation family-owned hotel. which translates to Little World is surrounded by the sea, olive trees, eucalyptus plants, and the tranquility of nature's surroundings.


Pool with sunbeds and sunshades

2 panoramic restaurants 

Private beach with a platform on the rocks

A private staircase of 193 steps will take you directly to the sea of Castro

Tennis Court

Open-air Cinema

Private charming chapel

Communal living room & library 

Hotel wi-fi in the common areas: restaurants and living room

Laundry service 

Room service

Massages  

Getting there

The closest and most convenient airport to Hotel Piccolo Mondo is Salento Airport Brindisi. 


Sample itinerary: 

Toronto (YYZ) 

Munich (MUC)

Salento Airport (BDS)


If you are choosing to explore cities in Italy before the retreat, there are connecting flights e.g. Rome to BDS which is a 1 hr 15 min flight. 


Brindisi airport to Hotel Piccolo Mondo is about a 1.5-hour drive. We will be picking everyone up at Brindisi airport. If you choose to fly to a different airport e.g. Bari you will be responsible for your own transportation. 

Traditional Salento Cuisine

Every meal is a celebration of the region's culinary heritage.  Sip on Franciacorta (Italy’s answer to champagne). Nosh on a barattiere, a mixture of melon and cucumber that is indigenous to Puglia. Enjoy meals, which include using homegrown citrus fruit, fresh seafood, fresh vegetables, pasta, pomegranates, and fresh herbs all full of locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.


- Welcome aperitif & snack by the pool 

- Daily breakfast on the terrace overlooking the sea  

- 4 lunches by the pool 

- 4 traditional Mediterranean dinners. Each dinner consists of 3 courses

- If you have dietary restrictions, chefs will accommodate 

Explore the beauty of Sorento

The medieval seaside town of Castro is one kilometer away, the amazing Zinzulusa Grottos are 5 minutes along the coast and Santa Maria di Leuca is the southernmost point in Salento. Visit Lecce known for its famous Baroque architecture. With its abundance of architecture and art, this region looks its best in the final hours before sunset.


Explore: 

Gallipoli  

Otranto

Lecce

Marittima 

Gardens of a convent turned boutique hotel Convento di Santa Maria di Costantinopoli

Castle Elvira, built in the early 20th century, was abandoned 100 years ago and reopened following a magnificent restoration

Reservation & cancellation policy

Deposits secure your spot on the trip and are not refundable. 

  • Each reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price. 
  • The deposit is non-refundable.
  • Refunds for the balance payments vary depending on timing. 
  • For cancellation requests submitted with more than 30 days of the retreat date: 100% of the total amount (less deposit) will be refunded.
  • For cancellation requests submitted within 30 days of the retreat date, 50% of the total amount (less the deposit) will be refunded.
  • Cancellation requests within 14 days of the retreat: sorry but no refunds given, no exceptions. 

Nobody books a retreat with the intention of canceling it, but unexpected events do occur, so please consider purchasing travel insurance. Exceptions cannot be made for any reason, including weather, injury/illness, or personal emergencies. No refunds or credits will be granted for failure to attend, complete, or for arriving late or leaving early.

What’s included

  • Pilates Session
    Pilates mat classes. Private & semi private sessions avail upon request.
  • Airport Transportation
    Transportation from/to airport first and last day of the retreat. One departure time for the group on arrival and one departure time for the group on the last day.
  • Food
    Welcome snack. Daily breakfast. 4 lunches and 4 dinners at the Hotel
  • Yoga Mats
    Yoga mats, props are included.
  • Your rooms
    Shower towels, beach towels, safe, TV, mini fridge and hair dryers in each suite
  • Tennis lessons
    Book your tennis lesson with TM's tennis teacher, Behroz
  • Outdoor cinema night
    Watch a classic Italian film sip on some wine and enjoy
  • Excursions
    Please see itinerary for more details
  • Yoga sessions
    2 Yoga classes. Flow & Restorative
  • Breath-work
    2 breath work sessions

What’s not included

  • Air fare
    to and from Italy
  • Lunches in towns
  • Dinners in towns
  • Alcohol
  • Massages

Available Packages

Double Shared Room
Available until May 27, 2024only 1 left

Shared room for 2. The price is per person. 


The double standard room has a limited sea view and a terrace or balcony facing the sea.


Prices include transportation to & from the airport. Transportation for all excursions. Daily breakfast. 4 lunches & 4 dinners at PIccolo Mondo. 


1. Private entrance

2. Private bathroom

3. AC and fan

4. Safe in the room & your own key

5. Mini fridge 

6. Hair dryer 

7. Towels 


Please note that availability for all rooms is subject to change.

C$2,718
Deposit: C$1,359
Double Single Room
Available until May 27, 2024Sold Out

This is a single room with a small sea view and terrace /balcony.


Prices include transportation to & from the airport. Transportation for all excursions. Daily breakfast. 4 lunches & 4 dinners at Piccolo Mondo. 


1. Private entrances

2. Private bathroom

3. AC and fan

4. Safe in the room & your own key

5. Mini fridge 

6. Hair dryer 

7. Towels 


Please note that availability for all rooms is subject to change.

C$4,360
Deposit: C$2,180
Double Superior Shared Room
Available until May 27, 2024only 1 left

Roommate with a friend (This is a shared room for 2 people). The price is per person.


The Double Superior room has a wonderful position on the last terrace of the hotel with a unique sea view even from your bed. It has a garden or terrace overlooking the sea.


Prices include transportation to & from the airport. Transportation for all excursions. Daily breakfast. 4 lunches & 4 dinners.


1. Private entrances

2. Private bathroom

3. AC and fan

4. Safe in the room & your own key

5. Mini fridge 

6. Hair dryer 

7. Towels 


Please note that availability for all rooms is subject to change.

C$3,423
Deposit: C$1,711
Triple Shared Room
Available until May 27, 2024Sold Out

Roommate with friends (This is a shared room for 3 people).  The price is per person.  Room with a view of a private garden.


Prices include transportation to & from the airport. Transportation for all excursions. Daily breakfast. 4 lunches & 4 dinners at Piccolo Mondo. 


1. Private entrances

2. Private bathroom

3. AC and fan

4. Safe in the room & your own key

5. Mini fridge 

6. Hair dryer 

7. Towels 


Please note that availability for all rooms is subject to change.

C$2,217
Deposit: C$1,108
Double Deluxe Sea View Shared Room
Available until May 27, 2024Sold Out

This is a shared room for 2 people. Price per person. 


The most picturesque room with a private balcony overlooking the sea is surrounded by cactuses and olive trees. There is a Jacuzzi with a big window overlooking the coast.


Prices include transportation to & from the airport. Transportation for all excursions. Daily breakfast. 4 lunches & 4 dinners at Piccolo Mondo. 


1. Private entrances

2. Private bathrooms

3. AC and fan

4. Safe in the room & your own key

5. Mini fridge 

6. Hair dryer 

7. Towels 


Please note that availability for all rooms is subject to change.

C$4,799
Deposit: C$2,400
Deluxe Plus Garden Sea View Shared Room
Available until May 27, 2024only 1 left

This is a shared room for 2 people. The price is per person. 


Independent entrance. A bedroom and a living room with a tea and coffee area, outdoor shower, outdoor living rooms, and relaxing areas. It has a large private garden.


Prices include transportation to & from the airport. Transportation for all excursions. Daily breakfast. 4 lunches & 4 dinners at Piccolo Mondo. 


1. Private entrances

2. Private bathrooms

3. AC and fan

4. Safe in the room & your own key

5. Mini fridge 

6. Hair dryer 

7. Towels 


Please note that availability for all rooms is subject to change.

C$5,386
Deposit: C$2,693


Itinerary

Day 1: June 7
Welcome to Piccolo Mondo

Arrive at Piccolo Mondo. Unpack. Meet & greet. Familiarize yourself with the hotel and the grounds. Aperitifs by the pool. Dinner on the terrace.


After dinner, welcome circle. 

Your Organizer


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Alwynn Taylor
2 reviews
"I dwell in possibility" - Emily Dickson. I love my work. I believe it is much richer than hip bridges and the roll-up. For me, it's about stretching more than you can reach, which requires curiosity and desire to go beyond the limitations of present knowledge and experience. While teaching I am always encountering new ideas, approaches, and energies. I love creating a calm and centred space where students can embrace everything Pilates. I encourage people to go beyond the familiar. Being open in your mind and body for me is Pilates.

Reviews

KR
This trip was incredible so many wonderful aspects that just made the experience exceptional.
By Katherine R for Cloud 9 Pilates Restore & Reawaken Retreat on Feb 28, 2023
This was my third retreat with Alwynn and it was nothing short of spectacular. The week was filled with positivity, movement, relaxation, fun, adventure, laughter, delicious eats and most importantly, heartfelt connections and love. I created some of the best memories of my life and bonds that will last a lifetime. Thank you Alwynn for being the lovely human that you are. I will follow you wherever you go!
By SW K for Cloud 9 Pilates Restore & Reawaken Retreat on Feb 21, 2023

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I've gone on two pilates retreats with Alwynn and couldn't recommend it enough. Anyone who has practiced pilates with Alwynn knows her classes are an incredible mix of mindful connection with the body and a challenging strengthening practice. You can really feel the amount of thought and creativity that goes into both the pilates classes and the retreat experience itself. Whether you choose to engage in a more interactive community experience with the group, or want to use this time to cultivate alone time and privately connect with yourself - the choice is yours. It's a very comfortable, quietly supportive environment with no pressure at all. Either way, there's a little bit of magic that comes from Alwynn's group experiences and just being around likeminded, likespirted individuals. And that bit is priceless. I will absolutely attend another retreat with Alwynn in the future.
By Alexandra F on 17 Oct, 2023
I had the privilege and pleasure of being part of Alwynn's 2023 retreat in Mexico. It truly was an experience tailored to recharging your mind, body and soul. We had a good balance of down time around the pool and super fun group activities between pilates classes. My favourite excursion was exploring a Mexican cenote not far from our villa. It felt totally magical swimming in the crystal-clear waters. In typical Alwynn style, all movement classes felt safe, inclusive and unpretentious. We had a wide range of pilates experience levels in our group but all movement felt achievable with room to modify if need be. Pilates aside, the personal connections I made have blossomed into friendships after the retreat. Alwynn and everyone who works with her are so warm and open, and she attracts like-minded people to her retreats. I highly recommend this experience for long-time pilates lovers or newbies just looking to relax and connect.
By Rachel K on 16 Oct, 2023
Retreats can be a crapshoot. Will the people be cool? Will the place be nice? Will there be stuff to do? Otherwise, why not just do Pilates at home. As someone who has been on 11 retreats over the past seven years, I can say with great confidence that Alwynn’s retreats are top notch. She pays attention to small details. She attracts people that are funny, smart, and thoughtful. Her warmth and empathy are unmatched. Her classes are very rewarding. I left her most recent retreat feeling lighter. I look forward to the next one, knowing it will be a fantastic experience on many levels.
By Angela M on 10 Oct, 2023
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