
Yoga Retreat
Van tijd tot tijd organiseert A Casa kleinschalige en intieme yoga-retraites. Hoewel er momenteel geen data gepland staan, bieden ons huis en onze tuinen een natuurlijke omgeving voor een ontspannend verblijf. Toekomstige retraites zullen hier worden aangekondigd.
Samen met de ervaren yogadocente Valeria Dialotti combineert dit soort retraites dagelijkse yogasessies met de rust van het Piemontese platteland en de geneugten van lokale gerechten en wijnen.
Onze tuinen vormen het perfecte decor voor rustige ochtenden en ontspannen middagen, of u nu yoga beoefent, een duik neemt in het zwembad of gewoon geniet van het vredige ritme van het leven in Piemonte.
Typical Retreat Programme
Thursday 29 May 2025
>12:00 Arrivals
12:30 Welcome lunch
14:00 Personal intake by instructor and time to relax
17:00 Evening yoga and meditation
19:00 Dinner (onsite)
Friday 30 May 2025
08:00 Morning yoga
09:30 Breakfast
10:30 Morning hike
12:30 Lunch
13:30 Afternoon free to relax, explore, or rest
16:00 Afternoon yoga and meditation
18:00 Piemontese cookery class and supper (offsite)
Saturday 31 May 2025
08:00 Morning yoga
09:30 Breakfast
11:00 Visit to a local wine cantina and lunch (offsite)
14:00 Afternoons free to relax, explore, and rest
17:00 Evening yoga and meditation
19:00 Supper (onsite)
Sunday 1 June 2025
08:00 Morning yoga
09:30 Breakfast
11:00 Wrap-up and tips for summer practices
12:30 Farewell Lunch (onsite)
14:00 End
Yoga Practices
During this retreat, you will be practicing several types of yoga:

Hatha Yoga
Hatha yoga focuses on physical postures (asanas) and breathing techniques (pranayama) to prepare the body and mind for meditation. The word "Hatha" comes from the Sanskrit words "ha" (sun) and "tha" (moon), symbolizing the balance of opposing forces.
Hatha yoga aims to create harmony between the body and mind, promoting physical health, mental clarity, and spiritual growth. Hatha yoga is often considered a gentle and accessible form of yoga, making it suitable for beginners and practitioners of all levels.

Vinyasa Yoga
Vinyasa yoga, also known as "flow" yoga, is a dynamic and fluid style of yoga that emphasizes the connection between breath and movement. The word "Vinyasa" comes from the Sanskrit term "nyasa," meaning "to place," and "vi," meaning "in a special way." In Vinyasa yoga, each movement is synchronized with an inhale or exhale, creating a continuous flow of postures. Vinyasa yoga is suitable for practitioners of all levels, from beginners to advanced yogis. It offers a versatile and invigorating practice that can be both physically challenging and mentally calming.

Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga is a slow-paced style of yoga that focuses on holding poses for longer periods of time, typically between 3 to 5 minutes. By holding poses for extended periods, Yin Yoga helps to increase flexibility, improve circulation, and promote a sense of calm and relaxation.
The practice is often meditative, encouraging practitioners to turn inward and focus on their breath and sensations in the body. Yin Yoga is a great complement to more active forms of yoga and exercise, as it helps to balance the body's energy and promote overall well-being.
Yoga Instructor
Valeria Dialotti is a certified 300YTT Yoga teacher at the Hari-Om Yoga School and the creator of the Yinside project. With a profound passion for the Far East, Valeria is also a dedicated sinologist, having spent nearly a decade immersed in Chinese language and culture. She holds a master's degree in Chinese language and culture from the University of Venice and began her journey in China in 2015, where she discovered a new dimension of herself.
She teaches Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha and Meridian Yoga, merging Traditional Chinese Medicine knowledge with the Yoga approach to the body and mind. Since 2021, she has deepened her knowledge of Yoga Philosophy and Chinese Medicine, dedicating her entire life to exploring and sharing these ancient cultures and practices with people.

Your accommodation
During the retreat, you will have the option to stay in a Deluxe Room or Superior Room. When registering, please indicate your preferred accommodation choice:
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Double Occupancy: You will book the accommodation as a couple. The price is for 2 people.
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Single Occupancy: You will stay in the accommodation individually. The price is for 1 person.
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Twin Sharing: You will share a room with another participant in two separate beds. The price is per person.

Deluxe Room
The deluxe rooms are located on the ground floor and feature a private terrace overlooking the gardens and the surrounding hills.
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room size: ca. 27 sqm
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bed size: 160 x 200
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max. guests: 2
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lounge chair
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ensuite with walk-in shower, toilet, bidet
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private terrace

Superior Room
Our superior room is located on the ground floor and offers a lounge area as well as private terrace overlooking the gardens and surrounding hills.
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room size: ca. 33 sqm
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bed size: 180 x 200
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max. guests: 2
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seating area and writing desk
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ensuite with walk-in shower, toilet, bidet

Loft Apartment
Our loft apartment is the most spacious accommodation at A Casa. Located in the attic, it offers a space for up-to four guests with its own kitchen, dining, and lounge area.
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room size: ca. 110 sqm
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bed size: two 160 x 200
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max. guests: 4
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two sofas, lounge chairs and writing desk
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kitchen and dining area
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bathroom with freestanding bathtub and walk-in shower