ITALIAN RETREAT

Dolce Vita Italian Wellness Retreat
July 27 to August 23, 2025

A Transformative Experience in the Heart of Tuscany

A 200-year-old villa nestled in a quiet medieval village, the Dolce Vita Wellness Retreat offers a deeply nourishing escape into the rolling hills of Northern Tuscany.

Reconnect with your body, mind, and spirit through daily Yoga and Pilates, holistic wellness workshops, and the charm of Italian village life. This retreat is an invitation to slow down, ground yourself in beauty, and return home feeling energised, clear, and inspired.

Slow Down, Breathe Deeply, and Reconnect in Northern Tuscany

A Wellness Journey Like No Other

    • 6 nights accommodation in a historic private villa

    • Morning flow Yoga or Pilates + evening restorative sessions

    • Daily meditations and calming breathwork practices

    • 2 Transformative Breathwork sessions (intro + deep activation)

    • Daily breakfast with local organic produce

    • Nightly home-cooked Italian dinners

    • Wellness workshops (stress, energy, nutrition, spirituality, self-awareness)

    • Excursion to Lucca with optional Renaissance wall bike ride

    • Guided hike in the National Forest + lunch at a mountain lodge

    • Free time for local exploration or relaxation by the pool

    • Morning Yoga or Pilates in the garden or studio

    • Breakfast in the garden with fresh local produce

    • Scenic walks, village explorations, or cycling adventures

    • Free time to relax by the pool or journal in nature

    • Evening restorative practices (Yoga Nidra, meditation, NSDR)

    • Mindful dinners with organic wine and soulful conversation under the stars

    • Private wellness workshops (list provided upon booking)

    • Flexible lunch options depending on day’s activities

    • Optional art tours, cycling, or gallery visits

    • Pre-/post-retreat nights available

    • Airport transfers on request

  • Local Flavour, Global Nourishment

    • Home-cooked Italian meals (vegetarian & non-vegetarian)

    • Local organic wines available

    • Meals enjoyed together in the garden or under the stars

    • $4,399 – Private Single Room

    • $3,599 – Twin or Double Share

    • $3,299 – Triple Share

    • 20% non-refundable deposit required at time of booking 

Meet Your Hosts:
Your Wellness Guides

Mark Moon
Transformative Breathwork Coach & Holistic Wellness Expert

  • Transformative Breathwork Facilitator | Holistic Wellness Mentor | Embodied Living Advocate

    Spend a week with Mark Moon, and you won’t just feel better—you’ll come home more connected, clear, and deeply alive.

    With nearly 30 years of experience in the health and wellness space, Mark is far more than a teacher. He is a master guide in the art of transformation—using the body, the breath, and presence as the keys to unlocking your fullest potential.

    Beginning his career in fitness and evolving through decades of study in yoga, breathwork, and body-based healing, Mark’s journey has been one of constant refinement and deep personal evolution. Today, his approach bridges modern science with ancient wisdom—helping people like you move from a life of striving into one of ease, freedom, and embodied purpose.

    As a globally certified Breathwork Facilitator and Senior Yoga Teacher, Mark brings over 1,000 hours of professional training, along with his role on the Executive Committee of the Australian Breathwork Association. But what truly sets him apart is his ability to create a safe, grounded space for transformation—where nervous system healing, emotional release, and spiritual reconnection happen organically.

  • During the retreat, Mark will lead you through powerful daily practices designed to support nervous system regulation, emotional clarity, and a return to inner balance. You’ll explore:

    • Transformative Breathwork Journeys to release old patterns and awaken new insight

    • Restorative movement and meditation to connect with stillness and inner strength

    • Insightful wellness workshops on energy, awareness, and the psychology of wellbeing

    • Deep soul inquiry that brings you back to what matters most

    Mark’s facilitation isn’t about fixing what’s broken—it’s about remembering your wholeness, reclaiming your energy, and creating space for joy, vitality, and soul-aligned living.

    Whether you’re navigating burnout, life transition, or simply seeking something more meaningful, a week with Mark will help you shift from survival into sovereignty—with practices you can carry home for life.




Gina Costa
Director of Breathe Movement Studio | Yoga & Pilates Instructor

  • Founder of Breathe Movement Studios | Retreat Host | Movement Specialist

    Gina Costa is the passionate force behind Breathe Movement Studios in Australia and the visionary host of the Dolce Vita Italian Wellness Retreat. With over 25 years in the health and wellness industry, Gina’s journey began with the grace of classical ballet and has since evolved into a dynamic career spanning personal training, Pilates, Barre, and holistic movement—both in Australia and internationally.

    At the heart of Gina’s teaching is her signature energy: vibrant, empowering, and deeply authentic. She blends her background in ballet with her expertise in fitness to deliver dynamic classes that awaken both body and spirit. Her specialties—Barre Form, Sculpt & Sweat, and Mat Pilates—are high-energy, music-driven sessions designed to ignite confidence and deliver a full-body burn that feels as joyful as it is effective.

  • Whether she’s guiding you through an upbeat Barre class or welcoming you into the serenity of the Tuscan countryside, Gina brings the same intention: to help you move with purpose, reconnect with joy, and feel fully alive in your body.

    Expect:

    • Expertly guided, music-fueled movement sessions

    • A warm, inclusive approach that meets you where you are

    • Empowerment through form, flow, and fun

    • And above all—a deep sense of connection to self and community

    At the retreat, Gina weaves movement with soul, creating the perfect balance between discipline and delight. Her classes will leave you feeling strong, centred, and more in love with your body than ever before