"I loved this retreat- it was located such a gorgeous setting, with a villa and pool overlooking the rolling hills of Tuscany. I never got tired of the views. My room was cozy and very clean, and I was lucky enough to be facing the pool. Yoga classes were challenging on some days and relaxing on others. Also I highly recommend the massage by Elske, one of the yoga teachers. We visited 2 wineries, one of which had yet another gorgeous view. Food was also very good...just a bit difficult to find gluten or dairy free options. But delicious overall. I met some great women (and men) from around the world and we had some very interesting and stimulating conversations over dinner every night. I would highly recommend this retreat!
Natalie B"
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"The Costa Rica Retreat was the most spectacular start to the New Year! Tuscan Fitness staff is amazing--highly skilled and exceptionally professional. I was certified to teach yoga in India and am always hesitant of taking classes or doing retreats with new instructors. These women are 100% the real deal, you will not be disappointed no matter your skill level! They also expertly tailored the New Years program to set us up to mentally and physically make the most of 2024. The food was also epic.
I highly recommend Tuscan Fitness, by far it is the best yoga retreat I have attended.
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"A life changing experience at this amazing retreat with Tuscan Fitness. Alix and Callie not only share their vast knowledge, expertise and talents but also their compassion, authenticity and sense of humour to make this retreat unforgettable. The food, rooms, and attention to detail were amazing and the yoga and HIIT classes never disappointed. You also get to meet like-minded people from all over the world. Came away feeling like a different person, cannot recommend enough! "
"The Lodge is everything claimed: great yoga, lovely extracurriculars, yummy meals, comfortable rooms and best and most surprising friends everywhere. My week there was an absolute delight and may require a return visit soon. Thank you, thank you, thank you. "
"Thank you, Hector for a lovely week's yoga. It is not easy to do what you are doing with such a wide variety of people, with differing abilities and expectations, coming and going. You are creative, effective, soulful and a delight. Please keep doing what you do! "
"I stayed for 4 nights with Tuscan Fitness in October. It was a faultless break. It's really relaxed and I really enjoyed eating with the other guests for the amazing meals. The food, company, beautiful setting and great teachers make this a very special place. I love that you can do as much or as little as you want to. I was on my own and would really recommend this to solo travellers as well as any others. The weather was a little mixed when I was there so looking forward to going back when the yoga is outside. The views are stunning. "
"I can not recommend Tuscan Fitness highly enough as we had the most fabulous, enjoyable and enriching stay at their yoga and fitness retreat in the most beautiful part
Of Tuscany.
Accommodation was excellent, food absolutely delicious with huge variety, instructors for yoga, fitness and hiking were incredibly knowledgeable, motivating and fun. The group of people we met and shared the whole Tuscan experience with were just wonderful too!
The weekly activity schedule was a great balance between yoga and fitness sessions, wonderful hikes into the nearby countryside, and unique visits to a local olive oil and wine tasting sessions which were all brilliantly organised.
We cannot wait to return in 2024 "
"Combining yoga with other activities such as fitness, hiking and olive oil / wine tasting made for the perfect holiday.
The setting was very beautiful, the food was outstanding and the staff and participants a real delight.
Highly recommended. "
"I had such amazing time on my first visit, in August 2022, that I did something I absolutely never do - I took a chance on a repeat visit. It did not disappoint.
The weather wasn’t the same scorching August heat, but this had no detrimental impact on the atmosphere. I was fortunate that the group were so easy to be around and so encouraging too. I can honestly say, I haven’t belly laughed like that in such a long time!
The yoga sessions were a varied .mix of different styles, the teachers knowledgeable, and the hikes even more beautiful in autumn. Dave shared his vast knowledge of the local history and wildlife. And of course, the food was delicious…possibly a bit too delicious!
It’s rare - and bittersweet - to return from a holiday wishing I could turn straight around and fly back:; however, I shall try to keep the, ‘retreat high’ with me, as I return to my day to day life.
Thank you Alex, Dave and all the staff xx
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"This is my second time visiting Tuscan Fitness and I can’t recommend it enough.
Everyone involved is super friendly and will always try to accommodate everything needed to make your stay perfect. I travelled with a friend, but this is a great environment for people who want to travel alone; you eat, yoga and hike with other tuscan Fitness guests but also get time to be by yourself - the other guests that we’ve met on both trips have all been really lovely and have made the holiday even more special.
The stay includes breakfast lunch and dinner; the food is amazing, they have great pasta, meat dishes, salads and some not so healthy Italian desserts!
The rooms are clean and comfortable, the yoga sessions are varied and the hikes take you through the stunning surroundings - all activities are perfect for any fitness level and you can take part in as much or as little as you want.
You leave with a sense of calm and relaxation, and the desire to start planning your next visit as soon as you arrive home!"
"If you want to unwind, tucked safely away in nature - this is your best option. Yoga teacher was great, all other activities ( which are included in price, but optional of course) were amazing, my favourite was the daily hike with David. Food was delicious, down to earth and with local products. I went by car, but everybody else came by train and I got the impression that the shuttle was well organized and flexible.
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"This retreat fitted my needs perfectly - flexible dates, friendly owners, plenty of activities to get involved in and enough time to soak up the Tuscan relaxed way of life and killer views. This place is an absolute haven. The food was fantastic too, with plenty of options. I came back home 4 days later feeling stronger mentally and physically.
The train from Florence was very easy and as soon as I arrived a friendly face was there to pick me up. On the last day they even arranged to get the local taxi driver to pick up my bag and meet me down the hill so I could squeeze in an olive oil tasting before I left. The hikes were beautiful and full of anecdotes about the region’s history and the local flora/fauna. If I was being very picky, I’d ask for more comfortable pillows, but aside from that it’s just a huge thank you from me and I hope to be back soon!"
"Lu and Nora's art therapy retreat was perfect for supporting and deepening my spiritual journey. Through an exploration of creativity and vulnerability, I was able to better connect with my authenticity. The activities and schedule were perfectly tailored and adapted, so our time together felt meaningful, organic and productive. I could not have hoped for more, thank you :)"
"It was my first Yoga retreat and I loved it! The place is on a hill near Montevarchi. You can get there by train from Florence and they pick you up. All the people from the owner, yoga teacher to the waiter were really friendly and professional. There is a large selection of activities and you can choose what fits for you. I highly recommend the retreat and will come back next year!"
"I have had a wonderfull time, amazing environment, nice lessons and very luck with the sunny time in October. Nice to have meet Alix and here team, they all take good care of their guests. Really a recommendation to spend some relax time."
"If you’re looking to actively relax in nature this is it. Yoga bookends your day, allowing you to chill by the pool, go on a guided hike in the hills, play tennis or horse ride. Breakfast, lunch and dinner comprise delicious local fare. Olive oil tasting was a highlight. "
"I enjoyed my August, 2022 yoga retreat with Tuscan Fitness so much that I returned again this September, 2023. And I hope to return again! Having yoga twice a day, plus opportunities to hike, have pilates or some type of fitness, wine tasting and just being in the beautiful surroundings is wonderful. The meals are delicious; the people are kind and helpful. Being able to join and leave the yoga retreat when it is convenient for you is ideal. I enjoyed meeting people from different parts of the world.
Alix is wonderful and sees to it that everyone is comfortable and happy! I highly recommend Tuscan Fitness for a great yoga retreat!"
"Excellent variety across the 4 days with 2 x yoga, walks, additional fitness classes and evening activities.
Menu is great but choosing the same for lunch and dinner would get a little repetitive and lunch choices a little on the heavy side as main menu.
service was good if sometimes seemed a little like we were an inconvinience to the restaurant in comparison to other guests.
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"This was mine and my friend's third visit to Tuscan Fitness and it won't be our last. As usual the accommadation was clean and comfortable - typical rustic Italian - with kettle and fridge too which isn't always the case in Italy. The yoga instructors Lucy and Dahria were both great - we learnt alot from them and the practices were interesting and challenging - the alignment workshop was particularly helpful.
The food was amazing - better than last year we thought with lots of choice at breakfast and good wholesome Tuscan dishes for lunch and dinner - plus the inclusion of desserts this year at dinner was welcome! We loved the walk to the Abbey and also the Vineyard trip - so beautiful and interesting.
My only recommendation would be to have mosquito repellent / bite cream etc available to guests if required - a minor point - but really it was a perfect holiday - just not long enough! "
"The amazing view from the yoga platform is enough in itself to calm and uplift you but the whole experience was great. The yoga teaching was even better than I'd expected. Both Lucy and Daria's classes were a perfect balance of challenging and restorative and they were each so good at gently giving clear direction and help if you wanted. Also great to have the option of the other fitness classes - really glad I got the chance to try Pilates and circuit, both of which would love to do again. The hikes and other activities were also really enjoyable and the whole holiday is extremely well-organised without ever feeling regimented. Everyone at Tuscan Fitness is so friendly and helpful as well! Not to mention the lovely surroundings of La Forra, it really is the textbook image of Tuscany and its rolling hills. The memory of watching the sunrise over the misty hills and then doing morning yoga with the view will be something I never want to forget!
After reading the other 5* reviews I wasn't sure if it would live up to my expectations, but it did! "
"I had the best time with Tuscan fitness. The venue was breathtaking and the hosts were wonderful, they couldn’t do enough for you. The food was great, all fresh and huge portions. There wasn’t anything I tried that I didn’t enjoy. I found the balance of activities just right. There was variety of activities with no pressure to carry out all of them and all the instructors were knowledgeable and friendly, adapting their sessions to all abilities. I loved the Hikes and the wine tasting, again the guides for both of these were hugely knowledgeable on their topic. The group of people on the trip were just wonderful, all like minded people with a variety of solo travellers, couples and friends. I was a bit nervous about not fitting in as a relative beginner to yoga but it really did not matter at all. I would recommend it to anyone. Alex and David have clearly put a lot of thought into the company and I found it excellent value for money. Thanks for an amazing experience!"
"My friend and I had an amazing time at Tuscan Fitness. The people are so nice and the program is great. I would highly recommend to participate the yoga retreat if you have the chance. Keep on going the good work!"
"A great mix of exercise and relaxation in a stunning location, with a lovely retreat team. Adding in a couple of wine tastings and a night with a local musician rounded things off perfectly. Highly recommend."
"Wonderful place embedded in beautiful Tuscan countryside. Great combination of activities with very professional yoga classes, which are thoughtfully planned, so you find relaxation as well as improve your practice during the alignment workshops. The hikes were just so much fun and very interesting learning about the local history and flora. The people are kind and easy going and it felt so good to connect with them. Definitly coming back!"
"Loved my week at Tuscan fitness, the staff were lovely, the food was wonderful and the immediate sense of relaxation was delightful. The olive oil tasting and wine tasting were both fantastic, as were some of the longer hikes. Minimal to fault and will certainly be back! "
"The only yoga retreat group of many we just keep returning to. Everyone puts their blood, sweat and heart into each element of making this an experience of a lifetime. Instructors are dedicated and talented, kind and genuinely concerned with the body, mind and spirit of each of their guests. I love the flexibility of coming when I can. There are many forms of yoga usually 2 times a day. Additionally there are other activities offered like hiking, fitness training, socializing, wine and olive oil tasting. They offer massages too. They are responsive at all times. Just feels like family and friends not a company. The design of the food plan is very satisfying. The restaurant serves the most wonderful pasta and soups. The view from the yoga deck is mesmerizing. The grounds are immaculate and you can hide away inaide the olive trees if you need solitude. There is a very nice nature trail and fine horses decorate the rolling fields of flora. The top yoga, nature, vultue and culinary experience you could have. Can't wait to wait to return, but I carry these treasured memories with me always. Very grateful for such an experience. Thank you. "
"Tuscan fitness is the perfect mixture of relaxation, and fitness holiday. Lovely enthusiastic teachers even make HIIT classes enjoyable. Great food, lovely accommodation. I didn’t want to leave! "
"El programa está muy bien organizado y lo he disfrutado mucho."
"Our stay at LaForra was absolutely amazing! The resort was even more beautiful in person than in the online pictures and descriptions. The views from the yoga deck and surrounding area were breathtaking and left us in awe. The rooms were spotless and cozy, providing us with a comfortable and relaxing place to rest after a long day. The food was incredibly fresh and delicious, and the chef and serving staff were extremely accommodating and friendly throughout our stay. The yoga classes were led by experienced instructors who took the time to connect with each guest and tailored their instruction to meet the individual needs of all participants. We also enjoyed the additional excursions, such as hikes, olive oil and wine tastings, which added to the overall experience of Tuscany. We highly recommend Tuscan Fitness and only wish we had booked a longer stay!
Dawn and Kinga
USA
June, 2023"
"I had an amazing time at this retreat. Everything was better than hoped for. The food was delicious, the yoga was wonderful and in the pagoda overlooking the Tuscan valley The extra curricular activities were also great. The location and views are breathtaking. The staff is super friendly and helpful. The other participants were just as nice. I was happy to see a lot of fellow female solo travelers. So if you’re on your own, with a partner or your BFF(s), don’t hesitate. Thank you Tuscan Fitness for a perfect getaway vacation."