2027 GUC Wellness Retreat: Florence, Italy

Escape to Tuscany for the 2027 GUC Wellness Retreat. Five nights of yoga, mindfulness, culture, connection, relaxation, and renewal. 2027 GUC Wellness Retreat: Tuscany, Italy July 17–22, 2027 Escape the demands of everyday life and give yourself permission to slow down, reconnect, explore, and simply be. The 3rd Annual Grow Unwind Connect Wellness Retreat is an intimate six-day, five-night experience in beautiful Florence and the Tuscan countryside, intentionally designed around wellness, culture, movement, relaxation, and meaningful connection. Hosted by former NBA player and GUC Founder Yoga Bob. After the NBA, Yoga Bob relocated to lived in Italy for 12 years where he began his wellness journey. Your journey begins in Florence at The Socail Hub hotel before transitioning to the peaceful Tuscan countryside, where you'll stay at the historic Villa Casavecchia, surrounded by vineyards, rolling hills, walking trails, and the natural beauty of Tuscany. 🌿 What Can You Expect? This is more than a vacation. It's an opportunity to intentionally step away from your everyday routine and create space to GROW mentally and emotionally, UNWIND physically and spiritually, and CONNECT with yourself, new people, and Italian culture. Throughout the retreat, guests can experience: 🧘🏾‍♀️ Yoga with Yoga Bob – All-levels sessions focused on movement, mobility, breathing, and mindfulness. 🌬️ Breathwork & Mindfulness – Slow down, become present, and develop practices you can take home with you. 🥊 Kickboxing Workshop – Challenge yourself with a fun and energizing movement experience led by a local instructor. ✍🏾 Journaling & Reflection – Intentional prompts and opportunities for personal reflection and optional group wellness conversations. 🇮🇹 Florence & Siena Experiences – Explore two of Tuscany's most iconic cities, including visits to Florence's Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's David and the historic Siena Cathedral. 🍝 Italian Cooking Experience – Get hands-on in the kitchen during a cooking workshop with an Italian chef. 🫒 Tuscan Olive Oil Tasting – Experience one of Tuscany's most celebrated culinary traditions. 🌱 Authentic Tuscan Living – Visit the local market in San Casciano and experience the slower pace, food, scenery, and culture of the Tuscan countryside. 🍽️ Shared Meals & Connection – Enjoy freshly prepared meals at the villa and selected local trattorias while connecting with your retreat community. 🏊🏾‍♀️ Time to Simply Unwind – Relax by the pool, walk the countryside, read, journal, have meaningful conversations, or simply enjoy having nowhere else you need to be. Activities are designed to be welcoming and approachable. You do not need previous yoga, meditation, or wellness experience to attend. 🏡 Accommodation Options Guests may choose between shared-room and private-room accommodations, subject to availability. Shared Room: €3,000 per person Private Room: €3,500 per person A €500 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your space and is applied toward your total retreat balance. Space is intentionally limited to create a more personal and connected retreat experience, so early reservations are encouraged. ✨ What's Included? Your retreat package includes five nights of accommodations, meals from lunch on Day 1 through breakfast on Day 6, yoga and wellness programming, breathwork and mindfulness, kickboxing, journaling experiences, scheduled day trips, transportation for included excursions, museum and cathedral admission, an Italian cooking experience, olive oil tasting, and scheduled group transfers between Florence and Villa Casavecchia. Flights, travel insurance, transportation to the initial Florence meeting location, and personal transportation or activities outside the scheduled retreat itinerary are not included. ❤️ Who Is This Retreat For? This experience may be for you if you're ready to: • Take an intentional break from your everyday responsibilities • Prioritize your mental, physical, and emotional wellness • Experience Italy beyond a traditional vacation • Meet new people and build meaningful connections • Explore movement, mindfulness, and self-reflection • Celebrate a new chapter or personal milestone • Rest without feeling guilty about slowing down • Return home refreshed, inspired, and more connected to yourself Whether you're traveling internationally for the first time, celebrating something special, navigating a transition, or simply ready to invest in yourself, come as you are. You don't need to have everything figured out before you arrive. Sometimes changing your environment creates the space to see yourself—and your life—from a new perspective. 🇮🇹 Ready to Join Us in Tuscany? This Eventbrite page is being used to promote and share information about the 2027 GUC Wellness Retreat. Retreat reservations and payments are completed through our official booking page. 👉 Reserve your retreat and pay your €500 deposit here: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/guc-wellness-retreat-july-17-22nd-2027-tuscanist-srl-4003591982#about-this-trip Your €500 deposit secures your space, with the remaining balance paid according to the retreat payment schedule. July 17–22, 2027 | Florence & Tuscany, Italy Five nights. One unforgettable experience. A chance to move, breathe, explore, reflect, connect, and return home with a renewed sense of self. GROW. UNWIND. CONNECT. 🌱🧘🏾‍♀️🤝🏾🇮🇹 Email: [email protected] Website: www.growunwindconnect.org IG: @Grow_Unwind_Connect