The Sacred Goddess Retreat
Ready to step into this sacred space and awaken your inner goddess so you can rewrite your life?
Hundreds of years worth of masculine values and narrative have us believing that only certain roles and personas are available to women who want to change the world and live lives of meaning and impact. But when we start to dig deeper we discover that feminine cultural myths, fairy tales, folk law, symbols and goddesses exist in a hidden realm.
This retreat unveils a new dimension of the sacred feminine and is for women seeking to awaken their inner goddess and unapologetically forge a new voice, honour and identity. If you’re ready to rediscover your innate femininity and unearth the secret history of goddess warriors to re-write your life, then this retreat is for you.
Have you been searching for ways to step out of the masculine and drop deep into your goddess nature, so you can live a life of meaning, magic, connection and joy?
Let my Sacred Goddess Retreat be your sign, the impetus you’ve been seeking. This right here is my loving invitation to you, to join me for a divine and luxurious week in Puglia, Italy to reconnect with your very own sacred goddess and redefine your feminine values.
This is your invitation to join me 7 - 14 September, 2024 in Puglia, Italy for the Sacred Goddess Retreat
After 25 years and half my life working in the humanitarian sector, a world fueled by urgency, emergency and masculinity, I know how damn good it feels to drop into the feminine, to rediscover the inner goddess within and reconnect with meaning and joy. Life suddenly feels easy and in flow when we find the equilibrium and intertwining of the feminine and the masculine. The sense of possibility and magic that comes from feeling aligned with your natural state of being and your innate feminine wisdom is a special kind of bliss.
It’s my wish for all women and especially for you, that you can live this one wild and precious life on your own terms, deeply connected to your truest nature, speaking your most authentic voice, living apologetically in your chosen identity and with honour and truth.
That’s why I’m hosting the Sacred Goddess experience on divine land at La Rosa dei 4 Venti, the world renowned retreat centre located on the ancient pilgrims route from Jerusalem to Rome. This land holds the generational energy of devotion, and through its history, naturally invokes the goddess archetypes to support our highest good.
Are you ready to enter this sacred portal and awaken your inner goddess?
As I guide you through divine goddess yoga practices each day, exploring the female archetypes, you’ll naturally be called to rewrite your own feminine narrative and expand into a life of meaning and joy on your own terms.
This week of divine immersion will…
Unearth the buried histories of female heroines through fairy tales and folk law, reveal new representations of women in mythology and storytelling, enable you to find your feminine voice, honour and identity and become the sacred heroine goddess of your own life.
Through the ancient sciences of yoga and Ayurveda, through breath work and sound healing, combined with sacred rituals, goddess wisdom and Mother Nature, this retreat is the space and the place to re-become the truest and most magnificent version of YOU.
Be ready for the unexpected magic
Because it is a well known fact that we always walk away from retreats transformed in all the best and most unexpected ways - connections of a life time, magical journeys of self discovery, revitalized and abundant health, a growing sense of peace and adventure - it’s all on offer when you reconnect with your goddess energy.
And all the reasons to awaken the goddess within
Deep connection with your innate feminine wisdom and intuition
Clarity on your personal goddess archetype and narrative
Expanded confidence to live life on your own terms
A greater sense of balance, ease and peace and abundant health
Room availability
Prices are in Swiss Francs (CHF) but use the currency converter to check out prices in your own currency. Prices in USD and Euros are similar to CHF.
classic Room
This beautiful cosy room is set in the traditional trullo part of La Rosa and has its own ensuite bathroom and luxury feel with just the right amount of space. It can be booked as a single room or as a room for a couple with one double bed and you’ll feel right at home.
Shared @ CHF 1,700
Single @ CHF 2,200
comfort Room
Larger in size, these rooms feel like luxury for solo travelers and are plenty spacious enough for two friends or a couple to book them. These rooms have ensuite bathroom and can be set up with two singles or a double bed.
Shared @ CHF 1,950
Single @ CHF 2,600
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Deluxe Room
This is the largest of rooms at La Rosa with extra space, seating and an ensuite bathroom. Perfect for sharing with your bestie or for an extra dose of luxury if you’re traveling alone. Beds can be set up as two singles or a double bed.
Shared @ CHF 2,150
Single @ CHF 2,800
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Donna Williams / Retreat Doula / Ayurveda Yoga Goddess / Sound Healer / Transformational Mentor
Donna has been leading and hosting retreats for over a decade, born out of a deep commitment to create a more peaceful world, knowing that peace always starts within ourselves as individuals. Originally trained as a Sports Scientist and having spent decades working as a humanitarian in some of the toughest places on earth, Donna is passionate about holding safe spaces for women to re-become the truest most connected version of themselves so that they can go out and share their unique magic with the world.
As a child of the earth, having grown up running bare foot through the bush in Australia, Donna’s retreats are deeply inspired by Mother Nature and intentionally weave together the ancient sciences of Ayurveda and yoga to help you return to your most natural, blissful state of being.
Pay your CHF 500 deposit today and grab yourself a payment plan at no extra cost. Pay in full today and receive Donna’s luscious Love Letters online course absolutely free - the best way to receive a daily dose of love for an entire month and prepare for the Sacred Goddess Retreat.
Email Donna directly if you have any questions at all about your booking to donna@emergencyoga.org.
What’s included in your package
7 nights luxury accommodation in your room of choice with ensuite at La Rosa dei 4 Venti
Daily delicious brunch and dinner, prepared fresh onsite with local and organic vegetarian and gluten free food (note only 1 meal on arrival and departure days)
Snacks and drinks (non alcoholic) throughout the day
Twice daily yoga including morning goddess practices and evening rituals (note only 1 class on arrival and departure days
A minimum of two sound healing sessions
A private massage from the incredible in house La Rosa masseuse
Your unique Sacred Goddess gift bag
Use of all yoga props including mats, bolsters, blocks etc
Full access to La Rosa facilities including the luscious swimming pool and sun loungers, walking trails and private ancient chapel and frescoes
WiFi in the common areas, dining room and Glass Room
What’s not included
Travel to Italy and to the retreat centre - La Rosa can organize transfers for you at your expense
Health and travel insurance
Additional massages and treatments
Day trips and excursions which can be organized by the La Rosa team
Frequently asked questions
What is the nearest airport?
You can fly into Brindisi (1 hour drive ) or Bari (90 minute drive) airports on international flights and La Rosa can organize you a transfer by taxi if needed.
Is there public transport to the retreat centre?
It is possible to take a train to Martina Franca which is the closest town to La Rosa dei 4 Venti, about a 15 minute drive away. A taxi can be arranged by La Rosa to bring you from the train station. Just be aware that this local train is often slow and a bit unreliable but if you have time it can still be fun to enjoy the Italian way of life.
What kind of yoga is there?
This is an all levels retreat so everyone is welcome whether you are completely new to the practice of yoga or you’ve been on your mat for years. The yoga classes are inspired by Ayurveda and ebb and flow with the weather, the group energy and the natural world. There will be specific goddess practices and the yoga always includes pranayama (breathing techniques), asana (postures) and meditation to enjoy the full spectrum of yoga. Donna also teaches from a trauma informed place so you are assured that you are safe and secure and have plenty of choice in your practice to honour your own individual needs.
What is there to see and do around La Rosa?
For many people on retreat, the luxury is to do not much more than sun yourself by the pool and read a good book. But there are many beautiful day trips you can take and that can be organized by the La Rosa team. You can visit beautiful and ancient Ostuni, enjoy a beach day at hip Polignano de Mare or take a private tour of local ceramic artists where you will have to use all your willpower not to buy all the gorgeous pieces.
What will the weather be like at this time of year in Puglia?
It’s highly likely to be warm enough to still use the pool, around 25 - 28 Celsius / 77 - 83 Fahrenheit. The rooms have both heating and fans so you can regulate the temperature. Expect bright sunny days and lots of Italian sunshine and warmth. Even if there is the occasional storm it is always beautiful at La Rosa.
Is there WiFi and internet?
La Rosa has a WiFi system which is pretty reliable. It is not always available in the bedrooms though as the walls are very ancient and thick stone. You will have wifi in the dining room and in the Glass Room (separate relaxation space). Bad weather occasionally knocks out the wifi for an hour or two. Expect to be more offline than usual so that you can be fully present on retreat.