Embark on a Journey of Transformation in Puglia
Join us for a unique 5-day retreat where Yoga, Tantra, Tango, Breathwork & nature blend seamlessly to awaken your senses and renew your spirit amidst the serene landscapes of Puglia.
In this unique retreat, the sacred wisdom of Tantra, Ayurveda and yoga from India meets the passionate, intuitive movement of Argentinian Tango, in this beautiful region of Italy- Puglia
Whether you’re new to these practices or have been walking the path for years, this retreat is a deeply nourishing experience designed to reconnect you with your truth, open your heart, and move through emotional blockages with grace and embodied presence.
This is not about becoming someone else.
It’s about coming home—to your body, your truth, your heart.
Yoga & Tantra
Argentinian Tango
Breathwork & Meditation
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Discover the Metamorphosis Retreat
Immerse yourself in a transformative 5-day retreat designed to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul. Set in the tranquil beauty of Puglia, this retreat offers a harmonious blend of yoga, tantra, Argentinian tango, and breathwork. Each day is dedicated to one of the five elements, guiding you through a journey of personal metamorphosis. Experience profound growth and connection in a nurturing environment, surrounded by nature’s splendor.
6 days of metamorphosis!
Like the caterpillar’s sacred passage through the cocoon, you are invited to enter a consecrated space where you can explore your inner landscape, release energetic blockages, and reconnect with your most vibrant and powerful essence.
What’s Included:
- Daily Tantra & Yoga sessions to activate your body and energy
- Transformational Breathwork to release stored tension and access clarity
- Tango & Conscious Movement Workshops to reclaim sensual presence and confidence
- Tantra-Tango Fusion: partner practices integrating breath, movement, trust, and flow
- Art & Journaling Workshops: explore your metamorphosis visually and emotionally
- Mantra, Mudra, and Meditation practices to deepen your connection to Self
- Ayurvedic and Vedic insights to support lasting balance and integration
- Delicious, organic meals and serene lodging in the heart of Puglia
- Loving, full-hearted guidance from Claudia and Aroonji
This is not just a retreat—it’s a portal for awakening your fullest, most authentic version.
🦋 “The butterfly emerges only after a sacred surrender…. Are you ready to enter the cocoon?”
Meet Your Instructors
This amazing retreat is led by Aroonji and Claudia, who both bring their unique expertise and passion to guide you through this transformative experience.
Aroonji
Master Yoga Instructor & Tantra Teacher
Born in India, where yoga and meditation are deeply rooted in the culture, Aroonji has always carried a profound appreciation for these ancient practices. He has 30+ years of yoga practice and decades of experience working with diverse groups of people, from young children to special needs youth, offering diverse styles from Hatha and Kundalini to restorative, yin, martial arts, dynamic yoga, Qi-Gong, breathwork, and White Tantra.
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Claudia
Tango instructor and gestalt therapist
Dancer and performer, Claudia is a teacher of modern dance and Argentine tango. At the age of five she began studying classical, modern and contemporary dance. In 2010 she graduated in Modern Dance. Later she combined the study and practice of other disciplines related to awareness and psycho-corporeal listening including yoga, contact improvisation, girokinesis, bioenergetics, mindfulness, theater. She graduated in Psychology and graduated in Counseling and artistic mediation. At the age of twenty she met and fell in love with tango. From then on she studied with various Italian and Argentine teachers. She improved with several stays in Buenos Aires and worked as a dancer in local clubs. In 2016 she participated in the World Tango Festival with the dancer, choreographer, and teacher Jorge Olguin.
Volunteer
Our wonderful assistant to be!
Discover the Serenity of Puglia
Nestled in the heart of Italy’s enchanting Puglia region, our retreat location offers a serene escape surrounded by lush olive groves and rolling vineyards. The tranquil ambiance is perfect for immersing yourself in nature, with the Adriatic Sea’s gentle breeze and the warm Mediterranean sun enhancing your experience. This picturesque setting provides the ideal backdrop for a transformative journey, allowing you to connect deeply with yourself and the natural world.
Retreat Pricing Options
The egg package
Camping Accommodation and Meals- Comfortable tent accommodation
- Three daily organic meals
- All workshop materials and sessions
- Tea, snacks, and shared bathrooms
- Private room
- transfers and insurance
- private sessions
The Cocoon package
Shared rooms- Shared accommodation in a treehouse, cave house or similar
- All meals and snacks
- Daily yoga, meditation, and tango sessions
- All workshop materials included
- Transport and insurance
- Private sessions
- private room
Butterfly
Comfortable rooms- Comfortable shared rooms
- Private bedroom with bathroom possible for couples
- All Organic meals and beverages
- All workshops and materials
- Transfer from Ostuni included
- 2 private sessions (with Claudia or Aroonji)
- Flights and insurance
Daily Retreat Schedule
Join us for a transformative 6-day & 5-night journey, each day dedicated to a different element, guiding you through a holistic metamorphosis.
🜁 Day 1—The Call (Air)
- Arrival & Opening Circle
- Letting go of the noise of the world
- Connecting with the land
🜃 Day 2 – Shedding the Old Skin (Earth)
- Grounding into the body
- Tantric movement & chakra clearing
- Trust through tango — give & receive
- Earth-walk in silence
- Art project & journaling
💧 Day 3 – Inside the Cocoon (Water)
- Deep emotional release
- Guided breathwork & partner mirroring
- Womb of stillness & sound
- Tango as emotional language
- Evening poetry & inner-child art
🔥 Day 4 – Cracking Open (Fire)
Ignite your inner fire with powerful breathwork and energizing tantra practices, fueling your personal transformation.
- Ecstatic awakening practices
- Mantra, mudra, and tantric tools
- Sensual tango flow
- Expressive arts & voice activation
- Bonfire & shared stories
🕉 Day 5 – Wings Unfolding (Akasha)
- Tango as prayer
- Yoga nidra & future self visioning
- Nature immersion & barefoot dance + a challenge!
- Final circle & heart blessings
- Integration & celebration
Secure Your Spot for Transformation
Embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation at our exclusive 5-day retreat in the serene landscapes of Puglia. Join Aroonji and Claudia for an immersive experience that blends yoga, tantra, Argentinian tango, and breathwork. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss your chance to be part of this unique metamorphosis. Click the button below to secure your place today!