Villa Chimera, Tuscany
These Fierce Grace yoga retreats are set in a stunning valley at Villa Chimera, a 600-year-old village fortress that has been lovingly restored.
5 Night Mini Yoga Spa Retreat - September 4th - 9th 2025
Take a refreshing break from Thurs - Tuesday
Relax in the Tuscan hills and enjoy the breathtaking 200-degree sweeping views of the valley. Stay in beautiful bedrooms furnished with antiques, enjoy outdoor yoga in our covered yoga shala surrrounded by oak trees or evening yoga and meditations at sunset on the open infinity deck gazing at the view. Spend evenings chatting, reading, watching a movie in our home cinema, drinking wine on one of the terraces or comfy chill areas or having a last night dance under the incredible stars. Our expert chef will prepare luxurious food, salads, vegetarian options, meat dishes and desserts - catering to all tastes - and spoil you with the delights of Tuscan and Umbrian fare.
The villa is located in a secluded part of Tuscany on the border with Umbria and close to some of the most beautiful walled towns in the region. We don't want you to miss the romance of the local beauty!
We are offering two retreats in 2025 - a 7 Day Full Yoga Retreat in July and this, our 5 day Mini Hot Springs Retreat in September.
On the 5 day Mini Retreat we will take you to the natural Mineral Hot Springs in Rapolano the ancient volcanic thermal springs to bathe in the natural sulphur waters, followed by our much loved trip to stunning Cortona for a stroll and shopping, then an Aperol spritz in the famous square before a sumptuous dinner.
Michele and her senior assistant will expertly guide you through the varied classes, from soft and relaxing, to vigorous and enlivening, giving personal corrections, alignment wisdom and tips, as well as a masterclass that will fuel your practice for the coming year. Meditations, yoga Nidra and breath work will take you on new dimensions as you breathe in the fresh forest air in this unspoiled part of the world.
Suitable for complete newcomers to yoga as well as advanced yogis. The Fierce Grace method prides itself on it's inclusivity, attention to alignment and our tutors skills in supporting anyone with a physical issue that may need modification or assistance.
Classes on this retreat will be taught by Fierce Grace founder Michele Pernetta and her senior assistant.
Accommodation
Located in the heart of Tuscany in a stunning, secluded valley, Villa Chimera sits on a number of stepped medieval terraces, allowing a 200 degree unspoiled view full of truffle oaks, green trees and sweeping hills.
Spacious and romantic, the villa is fitted with all the comforts of home, blending Italian antiques, quirky British touches and modern conveniences. Bedrooms are large, light and beautifully decorated with spectacular views of the valley.
Yoga and meditation takes place in the peaceful shade of the wooden shala or on the infinity yoga deck, overlooking the most dramatic mountainous landscape Tuscany has to offer.
We offer 4 room types, Standard, Junior and Luxury (as well as Glamping in summer) to suit your needs, please enquire if you would like single occupancy.
Excursion Packages
5 NIGHT MINI SPA RETREAT
- The excursion package includes transportation to:
- The Mineral Springs, and the famous medieval walled town of Cortona (where the film "Life is Beautiful” was filmed) for a romantic dinner, an aperitivo and shopping in the stunning cobbled streets. (Dinner cost not included.)
On the retreat enjoy:
- Two classes every day except Cortona day (just 1) and travel days (no classes.) Once a day a Fierce Grace class with personalised instruction from Fierce Grace founder Michele Pernetta, one of Europe's most highly regarded and experienced teachers, and once a day with our senior FG teaching assistant.
- An alignment workshop as well as personalised instruction, adjustments, meditation and breath sessions.
- Gourmet food and treats.
- Alcohol is served with meals and (a reasonable amount!) is complimentary.
- Teas, coffee, fruit, snacks available throughout the day.
TYPICAL DAILY SCHEDULE
Breakfast 8-9.30am
Yoga 10am (One day we have the alignment workshop from 10-1.30)
Swim, sun
Lunch 1.30pm
Afternoon off for relaxing
Yoga 5.30pm
Dinner 8pm (5 day retreat one night out)
Relax, movies, read, chat, chill, dance, sleep,
NOT INCLUDED
- Flights, airport transfers, 2 dinners out (although the local restaurants are very inexpensive)
- Airport Transfers: - 2 Perugia airport transfers or 2 Cortona train station transfers (£35 each way) £70.
- Excursion Package: Excursion Package 7 day retreat = 2 dinners out and a market excursion: £70. Excursion Package - 5 day retreat - one trip out to Mineral Springs and Cortona dinner: £45 (transfers only, meal prices not included - the restaurants are not expensive). Payable please in Euros, cash on arrival.
- There is an "Honour Bar" system for beverages that are not supplied with meals. We supply some wine with meals and an aperitivi on welcome night, but if you wish to have more than this you are welcome to use our honour bar which is not expensive and charged at the end.
