Pause & Renew: A Journey Back to You — in the Heart of Italy
May 9 - 16, 2026
Nestled in the rolling hills near Gubbio, this intimate yoga retreat invites you to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and savor the beauty of Italian simplicity and self-care.
Breathe Deep. Stretch Out. Start Fresh.
Step away from the noise of everyday life and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Italy. This intimate retreat offers space to breathe, move, and reconnect — through daily yoga, nourishing stillness, and meaningful connection with like-minded souls. You'll explore not only the hills of Umbria, but also the deeper landscape of your inner self. Come for relaxation, adventure, and the chance to feel truly present — in your body, your breath, and your life.
Beautiful sunsets, nourishing meals, and soulful movement — this is your space to slow down and savor.
What’s included?
7 nights’ accommodation at Locanda del Gallo
3 meals per day (Meals include fresh, local, seasonal dishes)
Daily room cleaning (towel change every 3 days)
Tea Service
Use of all facilities, including the wellness center with Jacuzzi spa, and steam bath.
Morning yoga sessions: Vinyasa, Ashtanga
Late afternoon yoga: restorative, yoga nidra, journaling, meditation
Transportation to and from Rome’s Fiumicino Airport
Italian Cooking Class
Optional: Massage Services
Excursions:
Visit to Gubbio
Day Tour to Assisi
Visit & lunch at Chiesa del Carmine Winery
Accomodations
Single, double, and triple occupancy options available.
Pricing
Triple: *$2625
Double: *$2975
Single: *$3500
*Early Bird Special Prices!!!
Prices increase by $500 after September 1, 2025
What’s not included:
Airfare
Travel Insurance (optional)
Spa Services
Wine at meals
Bottled Water
Lunch in Assisi
Gratuities
Payment plan available!
Sample Schedule
Saturday, May 9:
Arrival
6:00 pm - Welcome Circle
7:30 pm - Group Welcome Dinner
Sunday, May 10 - Monday, May 11
7:30 am - Yoga Practice
9:00 am - Breakfast
Free Time to Dream, Explore, Rest, Relax, Hike, Write, Treat Yourself to a Massage, Sauna
1:00 pm - Lunch
5:00 pm - Evening Restorative Yoga/Meditation/Journaling
7:30 pm - Dinner
Tuesday, May 12
7:00 am - Yoga Practice
8:30 am - Breakfast
10:00 am - Depart for Gubbio
1:30 pm - Visit and Lunch at Chiesa Del Carmine Winery
5:00 pm - Evening Restorative Yoga/Meditation/Journaling
7:30 pm - Dinner
Wednesday, May 13
7:30 am - Yoga Practice
9:00 am - Breakfast
Free Time to Dream, Explore, Rest, Relax, Hike, Write, Treat Yourself to a Massage, Sauna
1:00 pm - Lunch
5:00 pm - Evening Restorative Yoga/Meditation/Journaling
7:30 pm - Dinner
Thursday, May 14
7:00 am - Yoga Practice
8:30 am - Breakfast
9:30 am - Depart for Assisi
Guided tour of Assisi (including the Basilica of St. Francis)
Lunch on your own
3:00 pm - Return to Locanda del Gallo
5:00 pm - Evening Restorative Yoga/Meditation/Journaling
7:30 pm - Dinner
Friday, May 15
7:00 am - Yoga Practice
8:30 am - Breakfast
10:30 am - 1:00 pm - Regional Cooking Class (Preparing & Eating Lunch)
6:00 pm - Closing Circle
7:30 pm - Dinner
Saturday, May 16
Departure day
Don't Miss Out on the Experience of a Lifetime!
Secure your spot today, and let the transformative magic of Pause & Renew in Italy sweep you off your feet!
Sign up by September 1, 2025 and save $500!!!
Single Occupancy
$4000.00*
Join us at the Locanda del Gallo for 7 nights, all-inclusive yoga retreat. May 9 - May 16, 2026. Includes: 7 nights accomodation, 3 meals per day, daily room cleaning, tea service, morning and afternoon yoga sessions, use of all facilities, transportation to/from airport, excursions to Gubbio, Assisi, winery, cooking class.
Bed Configuration:
1 Queen Bed + Private Bath
*Prices shown are without the $500 savings from the Early Bird Discount.
Discount automatically applied at check-out
Double Occupancy
$3475.00*
Join us at the Locanda del Gallo for 7 nights, all-inclusive yoga retreat. May 9 - May 16, 2026. Includes: 7 nights accomodation, 3 meals per day, daily room cleaning, tea service, morning and afternoon yoga sessions, use of all facilities, transportation to/from airport, excursions to Gubbio, Assisi, winery, cooking class.
Bed Configurations:
1 King Bed or 2 Twins
Various double rooms are available and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Triple Occupancy
$3125.00*
Join us at the Locanda del Gallo for 7 nights, all-inclusive yoga retreat. May 9 - May 16, 2026. Includes: 7 nights accomodation, 3 meals per day, daily room cleaning, tea service, morning and afternoon yoga sessions, use of all facilities, transportation to/from airport, excursions to Gubbio, Assisi, winery, cooking class.
Bed Configurations:
2 Twins + 1 Day Bed
2 Twin Beds + 1 Queen Bed in a Loft
Various triple rooms are available and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Meet your retreat leader
With over 24 years of yoga practice and a decade of teaching experience, Shelby Makowsy, E-RYT 500, brings a deep knowledge and presence to her classes. Trained in both Ashtanga and Vinyasa traditions, her journey with yoga began during pregnancy—a moment of transformation that sparked a lifelong devotion. Today, her daily practice is as essential as brushing her teeth: a rhythm of grounding, clarity, and connection.
In addition to her love for yoga, she is passionate about Italy—the language, the culture, and the art of savoring life. Hosting a retreat in Italy is a natural expression of these two great loves: the inner stillness of yoga and the outer beauty of the Italian lifestyle.
This retreat offers guests the rare chance to pause, breathe, and come home to themselves. Through intentional movement, breath, and stillness, her classes support reconnection, reflection, and the kind of rest that runs deep. Accessible yet strong, grounding yet light, her teaching meets each student where they are—and gently guides them toward where they want to be.