Rhythm & Stillness 〜 meditation in movement"〜
A five-day residential retreat & bodywork training in which we will practice multiple levels of touch
diving into Static & Dynamic Thai Massage and Osteothai
as well as in our own practice of mindful movement, meditation and warm spirit of community (sangha).
A five-day residential retreat & bodywork training in which we will practice multiple levels of touch
diving into Static & Dynamic Thai Massage and Osteothai
as well as in our own practice of mindful movement, meditation and warm spirit of community (sangha).
Life is Rhythm and rhythm is composed by movement and stillness. But in our modern life, we are so busy of moving and we tend to forget our balance. Healing as well as Creativity spring out of silence within us. This retreat will guid you into the depth of art of touch in the nature where your essential balance will be recalled and awakened. We welcome any kind of Body-workers with basic to advanced practice such as Thai Massage, Shiatsu or Yoga practitioners who are eager to deepen your practice in more multiple dimension. We are also open for dancers and body-expressionists who wish to bring this experience and inspiration into your vocation. While practicing principles and techniques we share with you, as you take each step of "touching" your SELF, you will learn to extend your own experience to others and to the world. |
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This retreat is facilitated mainly in English with Italian & Japanese language support. |
You will be guided by two female facilitators, Flora (Italy) and Chiharu (Japan), Master Osteothai practitioners,
with more than a decade of experience in teaching Thai Massage and Yoga.
Enjoy their cultural specificity and different flavors they will share with you!!
with more than a decade of experience in teaching Thai Massage and Yoga.
Enjoy their cultural specificity and different flavors they will share with you!!
FloraFlo Thai Massage Mindful Touch Italy
Flora after graduation in Philosophy and a PhD in Cultural Anthropology falls in love with Yoga and Thai Massage, in which she finds a path of transformation and compassion for herself and for others.
She is a member of the Italian Federation of Thai Yoga Massage, Master in Osteothai (2019) at the Lulyani School of Thai Massage&Osteothai. Since 2012, she has been studying and practicing mostly in France, Greece, Germany with the teachers of the Sunshine Network, in Thailand with the master Pichet Bonthumme. She regularly assists her teachers David Lutt and Takis Oekonomi. She gives courses regularly in Europe and Thailand. She creates a lovely and funny atmosphere while teaching with precision. She is a teacher of Hatha, Yin, Vinyasa Yoga and Meditation and has been studying Buddhism since she was in high school. Since 2010 she follows the teachings of the Vietnamese Zen monk Thich Nath Hanh. |
Chiharu ShantiHolistic Healing Arts Japan
Chiharu was first introduced to Yoga in 2001. Since that time, her interest and advanced studies have expanded to ancient Thai healing massage, Vipassana meditation, Buddhism, Ayurveda and Osteothai.
Being strongly inspired by David Lutt, with whom frequently assists worldwide and is the organiser of his annual Japanese training courses, she integrates the essence of western bodywork methodology with Eastern spirituality and medicinal systems. In 2022, she was certified as Master Osteothai (MOT) practitioner. Today she is one of the most active leaders in the Thai massage community in Japan, and specialises in a psychosomatic approach. In this retreat, she will introduce how the body functions when used in the ancient Japanese way that considers the body as an integrated whole as well as some other unique approaches to the essence of body and mind. |
WHERE
Tenuta Ferracci (Borgo San Lorenzo) In the gorgeous hills of Florence, in the middle of the forest and in a quiet atmosphere. We are located in the beautiful landscape of the hills of Tuscany, around 600 meters of altitude, 25 km from Florence, the Renaissance city, in a land of history and nature, in a peaceful and spiritual place close to the known Montesenario Sanctuary, along the pilgrim path “Via degli Dei” , close to Fiesole as well as to the famous area of Mugello. Normally in August the weather is very warm, but remember that we are on the hills. The temperature can go from 17 up to 30 C° degrees, even more when it is fully sunny. In normal conditions it’s about 6-7 degrees less than Florence city. By the way, it can be windy or rainy and get fresher after sunset. In this case it’s good to wear warm clothes during the evening and night. The main house is a typical ancient tuscany farmer house, surrounded by huge chestnut forest, away from the noise and city lights. The space outside is huge and generous. We will have time to go for walking and hiking, alone or in a group. We will come into deep contact with the beautiful trees surrounding the practice house. |
ACCOMMODATION
The house is beautiful and simple. It has multiple rooms/dorms (with 4-6-8 beds, mainly bunk beds), multiple shared bathrooms and showers. For those who prefer it is possible to come with your own tent/caravan. Unfortunately we are not able to provide water and electricity. In this case the cost of accommodations is little less. Read below to know more. MEALS 3 vegetarian (with dairy) meals; please let us know in advance if you have food allergies or special diet needs. We can provide vegan and without gluten meals. |
INDICATIVE DAILY PROGRAM
6:45 -8:00 meditation, yoga / mindful movement outdoors 10:00-13:00 Class 13:00-16:00 lunch, relaxing, sunbath, hiking, playing 16:00-19:00 Class 19:00 Dinner After dinner, free time, practice and something special! 22:00 Noble silence until end of breakfast |
Rhythm&Stillness 〜meditation in movement〜
Thai Yoga Massage retreat with Flora & Chiharu
August 11th - 15th, 2023 We welcome you at 3pm and will start at 4pm on August 11th We will say good by after lunch around 2pm on August 15th EARLY BIRDS/ register by May 25th 590.00 euro!! 630.00 euro after May 25 590,00 euro tents & caravans option The cost includes all classes, meals (3 vegetarian meals per day, accommodation 4 nights (shared multiple bedrooms and bathrooms). Deposit of 75.00 euros to be paid at the time of the registration on the current account that will be indicated by email. The rest of the amount must be paid by cash on the first day of the retreat. |
How to apply
①Read through "Application overview" below. 1) How to arrive 2) Payment information 3) What to bring 4) Important reminder 5) Application form ②Fill out the application form and send us ③You will receive payment details ④Please make your deposit and email us ⑤Your spot is saved! |
We’re looking forward to seeing you this summer! Contact us: [email protected] (Flora) Instagram: @flothaimassage / @Chiharu__Shanti Facebook: @Flo Bisogno / @Chiharu Shanti BREATH AND GO SLOWLY…BUT WITH RHYTHM Love from Flora & Chiharu |