Chakra Journey
All Level ✺ 17- 23 August 2025 ✺ Olea, Rieti, Italy
The ancient Chakra system lies at the heart of yoga practice, serving as a blueprint for unlocking inner awareness and fostering self-care on every level. These seven main energy centers, residing within the subtle body, play a vital role in harmonizing the physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects of our being, thereby bridging the connection between mind, body, and spirit.
At their essence, these energy “wheels” act as receptors, allowing us to explore and experience the diverse facets of our own reality.
During this retreat, we will encourage you to go within and explore the infinite realm of potentiality that exists within each of us. Through the practice of quieting the mind and simplifying our lives, we will connect with the power of the breath as the basis of our practice. We believe that the breath is the doorway to the mind and the key to unlocking our full potential.
Join us for a holistic journey as we delve into the practices of yoga asana, pranayama, mantra, and meditation to deepen our understanding, restore balance, and awaken the reservoir of strength and power that resides within us all.
Zarah Boden
Always fascinated at the grace and intelligence of the human body and guided by Spirit, Zarah has explored movement through yoga and dance for over 20 years. Coming from a background in ballet and jazz dance, she completed her first Yoga TTC in London, going on to travel and further her learning in India with intensive studies of Astanga Vinyasa, Hatha, Pranayama and Indian Philosophy and various forms of bodywork and energy healing. She has also studied and practices Integrative Breathwork which incorporates breath awareness and conscious breathing for healing, growth, personal awakening and transformation.
Zarah greatest source of inspiration is the breath which you feel as she carefully weaves it into each of her classes. The breath as a companion to unearth the depths of our being, a way to strip back the layers into our most authentic version and a path to cultivating balance of body and mind, to shine light on the infinite potential within.
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Foraging and Herbalism Workshop
by Sophia Zbinovsky Braddel
Join Chef Sophia for an immersive introduction to foraging and herbalism. With a background in nutrition and a deep passion for women’s health, Sophia’s travels have led her to explore the wild foods and medicinal herbs of various regions, always seeking to understand their traditional uses and preparations.
Together, we’ll explore the landscapes of Sabina, identifying native plants and harvesting seasonal August herbs. You’ll learn the art of drying herbs and crafting herbal tea blends specifically designed to support hormonal and uterine health.
Additionally, we’ll dive into the fundamentals of female hormonal nutrition and cyclical eating, providing insights on how to nourish your body in alignment with its natural rhythms.
By the end of the retreat, you’ll take home your own custom tea blend—ready to brew and enjoy as a reminder of your foraging journey.
Additional information
a typical day
07.30 tea, coffee, fruit
08.30 yoga & meditation
10.30 breakfast
reading 
ceramics pool massage
15.00 lunch or snack
17.30 yoga
19.30 dinner
arrival day:
no yoga class,
9.00 breakfast,
check out until 10.00
departure day:
no yoga class,
9.30 breakfast, check out until 10.00
all yoga equipment is available at the retreat location, as well as towels & bed linen. bring old sneakers or water shoes for the river experience & a pool towel. we’ll let you know again what’s good to bring, a few days before your retreat.
check- in on Sunday from 16:00, fruit snack waiting for you and dinner at 19.30 // check- out on Saturday until 10:00 after breakfast
arrival & departure: group pick ups & drop offs will be organised (only) from Rome Fiumicino airport & drop offs to Fiumicino & Ciampino airport and Termini train station. costs: 35-55€/person/way
retreat offerings
○ 6 nights in a countryside house in Torri In Sabina
○ 9 yoga sessions
○ vinyasa yoga in the mornings
○ pranayama & breathwork techniques
○ one conscious connected breathwork session
○ yin & yoga nidra in the evenings
○ Foraging and Herbalism Workshop with Sophia
○ inspiring vegan food 3 times/day
○ river experience afternoon trip
○ water, tea & coffee
○ practicing on the famous yoga deck
not included
○ flight or train to Rome
○ airport transfer to Olea
○ ceramics workshop & massages
○ dinner on friday at the local pizzeria
○ travel insurance (recommended)
investment
from 1.200€
about the place
It doesn’t seem possible that Olea is less than an hour’s drive from the crowded streets of Rome. With lush, abundant grounds of its own, along with a natural spring and a magnificent wooden yoga platform which overlooks the valley below, this is a truly magical place that’s ideal for spiritual practice, slowing down, and plunging oneself into nature. More
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