Overview

This 7-day wellbeing retreat takes place at Sasseta Alta, an organic farm in the hills of Southern Tuscany, near the medieval village of Scansano.

Each day includes guided movement sessions, guided massage practice, and dedicated time for rest and personal space. The retreat is suitable for all levels of fitness and experience, with support available throughout the week.

Key Information

📅 When: July 25th – August 1st, 2026

🌎 Where: Sasseta Alta, Tuscany, Italy

⏱️ Duration: 7 days

👥 Group Size: Max. 16 participants

🔦 Schedule highlights

• Arrival: Saturday July 25th

• Daily sessions begin: Sunday 7:00am

• Rest day: Wednesday (optional group trip)

• Departure: Saturday morning after breakfast

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Facilitators: Wesley Tan & Claire Berthier

🏠 Accommodation: On site (booked separately)

The retreat follows a consistent daily rhythm, combining movement, massage practice, rest, and shared meals. All sessions are optional and adapted to individual ability and comfort.

Morning Sessions

7am - Qi Gong & Meditation with Wes on the lawn with valley views. We join the rhythm of nature, wake upto bird song, sip a warm lemon drink or herbal tea, calm the mind and slowly open the bodies channels.

7.30am - Stretch and Core with Claire in the studio. Following on from our gentle start on the lawn, we walk no more than a few yards to the gorgeous

studio directly beneath the lawn (it’s actually a roof terrace to the studio andpool!) Here we take the time to really open up those channels and nourish the body with Claire’s inspiring guidance through a series of stretches and core activation on the mats.

8.30am - Handstand Practice with Wes. This is an optional session and suitable for all levels. For those seasoned pros we continue to refine our practice daily and for those beginners we start with simple joint mobilisations of the wrists and shoulders and begin to explore the fun of inversions.

9.30am Breakfast. Never fail to bring smiles to our faces, what a spread!

Afternoon & Evening Sessions

12pm - Massage in the studio with Claire & Wes. Over the course of the retreat we will guide you through a full body massage routine, where we each get to receive and give the magic of touch. This has proven to be a very specialingredient to our retreat - one that fosters deep relaxation, deep connection to self, & flourishing connection with others.

1.30pm - Lunch. The freshly prepared buffet lunch offers plenty of options for everyone! Free time to do whatever the heart feels… sleep, read, swim, sunbathe, walk the choice is yours.

5pm - 6pm Movement session in the studio with Wes. These sessions will vary between a focus on strength or specific flexibility movements such as the splits & bridge. We adapt to how the group feels and learn to listen to our bodies as the connection deepens.

6.30pm - Mystery session. These sessions have also proven to be a very successful part of our retreats! The mystery element brings excitement and

playfulness and the sessions will range from group activities to chilled talks, think informal, interactive lectures with a large dose of chill & relaxation mixed with inspiration and learning. What will they be this year?

7.30pm Dinner by this time you will have worked up a healthy appetite to enjoy another gorgeous, freshly prepared meal to share!

Retreat Fee

• Full price: £750

• Returners: £650 (available to those who have attended a previous wellbeing retreat)

• Deposit: £100 to secure your place

Payment

• Deposit and balance payable via the booking options below

• Returner rate payable by BACS

Please note

• Retreat fee does not include travel or accommodation

• Accommodation is booked and paid directly with Sasseta Alta

• Places are limited to maintain a small, supportive group experience

Accommodation

Accommodation is provided on site at Sasseta Alta, a converted Tuscan farm set within rolling countryside near Scansano. The buildings retain their traditional character, with stone walls, natural materials, and views across the surrounding hills.

Rooms are simple, comfortable, and designed to support rest during the retreat. All accommodation is within easy walking distance of the studio, dining areas, pool, and sauna.

Booking & Payment

Accommodation is booked and paid directly with Sasseta Alta and includes full board.

Room options and prices vary depending on room type and sharing preference.

Once your retreat place is reserved, you will be provided with accommodation options and booking instructions.

What’s included

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner prepared on site

• Use of the heated pool and outdoor sauna

• Access to the grounds, gardens, and walking paths

Not included

• Travel to and from the venue

Travel

We aim to make arrival and departure as straightforward as possible, while allowing flexibility depending on how you choose to travel.

Sasseta Alta is located in the hills near the village of Scansano, in Southern Tuscany.

Getting There

The most convenient airports are:

• Rome (Fiumicino)

• Pisa

From either airport, participants typically hire a car or travel by train. Detailed directions will be provided once your place on the retreat is confirmed.

If you are travelling without a car, we will share guidance on alternative options and help coordinate arrivals where possible.

Arrival & Departure

• Arrival day: Saturday July 25th

  A welcome and introduction gathering will take place in the evening.

• Departure day: Saturday August 1st

  Departure follows the final morning session and breakfast.

You are welcome to arrive earlier or leave later if your accommodation arrangements allow.

Support with Travel

Travel arrangements are made independently, but you won’t be left to figure things out alone.

Closer to the retreat, we will:

• Share practical travel notes

• Help coordinate arrival times where helpful

• Offer guidance for those travelling from similar locations

Please note that we at Forma can not be liable or responsible for any travel costs incurred in the event of any unexpected event cancellations, due to for example; global pandemics, travel restrictions or natural causes of any kind. Please make sure you take out any necessary travel insurance to protect yourself against these possible causes of event cancellations. In the event that that the retreat is cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control, we will issue a refund for the cost of your retreat seminar booking with us. Accommodation refunds will have to be taken up with the retreat centre directly but we will of course endeavour to assist you in such unforeseen cases.