Ajna Pura
Saturday, September 26 - Saturday, October 3, 2026
Join us for a retreat in the unspoiled western region of Sicily, where warm breezes, sea views, and slow Mediterranean rhythms create the perfect environment for regeneration through yoga, creativity, and rest. Led by senior teachers Leslie Graves and Nami Soga, we’ll gather at a peaceful art-farm retreat center in Marsala’s sunlit countryside, surrounded by turquoise waters, vineyards, and ancient salt pans.
We’ll stay in a restored 17th-century farmhouse immersed in nature, full of charm and quiet beauty.
The property operates its own organic farm, and we’ll enjoy produce grown right on the land. Each apartment features a private garden, terrace, or balcony with sea views, along with lime-washed walls, handmade tiles, and modern comforts. A short 500-meter walk brings you to the sea and one of Europe’s largest Marine Natural Preserves.
Each day begins with invigorating morning yoga in the open-air shala and winds down with evening practices — yin, restorative yoga, sound journey, or breathwork to support the nervous system and open intuitive, creative pathways. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, this retreat offers an inclusive environment that is inspiring and deeply supportive for mind, body, and spirit. You’ll also have time for meditation, journaling, and unstructured space to rest, wander local towns, bike along the coast, soak in the Mediterranean sun.
For those who feel called, Nami will offer a three-afternoon tarot and astrology immersion for empowerment and transformation. Additional optional experiences include cooking classes, ceramic painting, individual tarot and astrology readings, healing sessions and more. Together, we’ll explore ancient Marsala, the seaside village of Trapani, local beaches, and the region’s distinctive natural landscapes.
Savor authentic, locally sourced, farm-to-table vegetarian Sicilian meals prepared by expert chefs, featuring fresh produce, artisanal olive oil, and ingredients from the farm and nearby growers.
All dietary needs can be accommodated.
Whether you come to deepen your yoga practice, replenish your intuition and creative well, reconnect with nature, or simply rest, this retreat offers space to nourish yourself, move in rhythm with the elements, and gather in a warm, supportive community.
Private sessions:
Nami will be available for acupuncture, bodywork, reiki energy healing, and tarot and astrology readings. To book a session in advance, please email leslie@solidgoldyogi.com.
Payment plans are available.
Please check out the link here Solid Gold website for more info.
Saturday, February 13 - Saturday, February 20, 2026
Encircled by the watchful gaze of three towering volcanoes, Lake Atitlán feels like a secret whispered by the Earth itself. The deep, sapphire waters—often called the "Mirror of the Gods"—shimmer under a highland sun, inviting you to lose yourself in its vast, tranquil beauty. To be here is to embrace a spirit of adventure: whether you’re navigating the mist-covered surface by boat to discover hidden Mayan villages or hiking rugged trails that smell of wild jasmine and woodsmoke. As the golden hour fades into a velvet, star-drenched night, the lake becomes the ultimate sanctuary for a restless heart seeking both wonder and a profound, quiet connection to deeper waters.
Mornings and afternoons we’ll practice in our studio on the lake, fully equipped with mats and props and all things comfortable; mornings will be dynamic and fluid with vinyasa and somatics, evenings cooling and cosmic as we explore our internal landscapes through yin, astrology, tarot and deep restoration. Days and evenings you'll have plenty of time to relax and adventure through the jungle, the lake, and the volcanic landscape of our home for the week.
What You'll Get:
Seven nights at Our Private Accommodations on Lake Atitlán.
Fluid, Somatic & Dynamic Yoga Practices to Warm into the Day.
Cosmic Yin and Restorative Practices Every Afternoon.
Hearty Vegetarian Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Daily.
Unlimited Access to the Grounds, Spa, Pool, Lake, an embrace of indigenous Mayan cultural experiences, and the ability to schedule tarot and astrological readings with Nami throughout the week.
Please check out the link here 1.1 Yoga Studio website for more info.