You’re surrounded by the lush landscape, kissed by the golden light of the Tuscan harvest sun, as Italy’s beauty captures your heart. Here, the essence of the Italian lifestyle centers around two key concepts: bella figura and benessere, the Italian way of life that emphasizes beauty, well-being, and pleasure.
Benessere, meaning “well-being” in Italian, is more than just health; it’s about living in balance—nourishing both your body and soul, indulging in things that bring joy and pleasure, and aligning yourself with a sense of inner peace. In this experience, benessere ties seamlessly into bella figura, a philosophy that promotes deep presence, elegance, and the art of making each moment one of beauty and grace. Here, taking care of yourself isn’t a task—it’s a pleasure. Each experience, each indulgence, is designed to nourish you in the deepest way possible, leaving a lasting impression that uplifts your spirit.
🌅 Morning ARISE Practice
Your day begins with our ARISE practice, a gentle way to awaken your senses and invite the day’s beauty. As the sun rises over the rolling Tuscan hills, you’ll connect with your body and spirit through mindful movement and breathwork, embodying both benessere and bella figura as you ease into a day that’s filled with intention, self-love, and balance.
Wellness Workshops
In the heart of Tuscany, under the Italian sky, our wellness workshops become sacred spaces of connection and exploration. Through yoga, tai chi, and other holistic practices, you’ll learn how to honor your body, emotions, and the rhythms of life around you. The Italian principles of self-care, grace, and presence will guide your journey toward falling in love with yourself—inside and out.
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Group Heart Circles
The beauty of connection is central to this retreat. In our Heart Circles, we gather to share our stories, joys, and challenges, creating a community that embodies benessere. These circles become a space for reflection, laughter, and growth, ensuring that your time in Tuscany is one of deep connection—both with yourself and those around you.
🏞 Explore the Beauty of Italy:
The serene Tuscan countryside invites you to slow down and savor life’s simplest pleasures. Through excursions and nature walks, you’ll experience Italy’s beauty while tuning into the Italian pace of living—a natural embodiment of both benessere and bella figura. This is where adventure and self-care meet, encouraging you to relieve stress, rediscover joy, and fully indulge in the moment.
Spend the day at a thermal cave and hot spring
🍇 Harvest Season Bliss:
Savor the bounty of Italy’s harvest with nourishing meals that celebrate the joy of good food and good company. Each meal, prepared by our private chef Fabrizio Barghini, is an act of love. You’ll delight in fresh, seasonal ingredients while experiencing the pleasure of sharing food, conversation, and connection, an integral part of Italian living. Tuscan cuisine, like bella figura, is rooted in elegant simplicity, nourishing your body while feeding your soul.
Our home for the week in the heart of Tuscany.
🌹 The Bella Figura Lifestyle:
Italy’s heartbeat is bella figura—a celebration of beauty, grace, and the enjoyment of life’s pleasures. At this retreat, you’ll surrender to the flow of life, embracing the essence of benessere in every moment. The fusion of relaxation, adventure, and mindful indulgence creates a retreat experience that nurtures your mind, body, and spirit.
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Benessere: A Bella Figura Experience is your invitation to rediscover balance, beauty, and pleasure in your life. Embrace the simplicity of self-care, indulge in sensory delights, and let Italy guide you to a more profound sense of well-being.
7:00am - Morning movement
8:00am - ARISE Morning Practice
8:45am - Yoga
10:30am - Brunch
11:30am - Workshops/excursions
1pm - Free time
4:30pm - Workshops/excursions
7:30pm - Dinner
9:00pm - Evening UNWIND
A Bella Figura Experience
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Dates:
September 13-20, 2025
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For more details, including room rates, click below:
7 nights accommodations at our private villa
2 main meals per day (brunch + dinner) + snacks
all transportation during the retreat
morning ARISE practices
afternoon workshops and heart circles
day-trip to ground and relax in thermal baths and cave
Pizza-making workshop with Chef Guido
excursions to explore the Tuscan countryside
a free-day to explore other areas of the region or relax at the villa
other local excursions and mini-adventures
Flight to and from Italy and train to/from Altopascio
optional massage, body treatments, hypnotherapy or astrology consultations
travel insurance
Useful information:
Closest airport is Aeroporto di Firenze-Peretola (FLR)
also consider flying into Rome (FCO) or Milan (MXP) and then taking the train to Florence Santa Maria Novella (SMN) Train Station
You will be picked up at Altopascio train station. A train from Florence SMN can get you there.
Crowned canfitpro’s 2023 Fitness Professional of the Year — Fitness Instructor Specialist, Paul Galloro’s approach to health and wellness goes beyond the physical and is grounded in love. Blending modern sciences with ancient self-care and spiritual practices, Paul helps people optimize their well-being to fall wildly in love with themselves. Spending time with Paul feels like being wrapped in a warm hug.
Claudia Micco, a veteran in the health and fitness industry for over 35 years, is a recognized international fitness trainer, podcast host, and influential industry educator and content provider. Her journey began with a critical car accident in her teens, sparking her fascination with physical therapy and the body's self-healing capacity. With certifications in various disciplines, Claudia's teachings emphasize the mind-body connection. Her groundbreaking HypnoFitness program, born from extensive hypnosis, NLP training, is a testament to her commitment to empowering individuals to achieve holistic well-being.
A Bella Figura Experience
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Dates:
September 13-20, 2025
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For more details, including room rates, click below: