Wellness Series for 2025
Cara Mia May presents 3 Weeklong Yoga Retreats for 2025, all in Puglia, Italy
After the success of our 6th installment of yoga retreats at Masseria Potenti, we’re thrilled to announce a new series of wellness weeks for 2025, featuring three weeklong retreats designed to meet unique needs in stunning new venues. We’ll begin with the beloved Fall & Harvest Retreat at Masseria Potenti, our charming 16th-century farmhouse. Then, we’re introducing the Sun, Sand, Sea Retreat at our serene beach house by the Ionian Sea in San Pietro Bevagna, followed by the Inner Healing Yoga Retreat at the newly refurbished 16th-century Monastero Dell'Incoronata in Nardò.
Our retreats are thoughtfully curated to emphasize yoga movement, adventure, and slow living, blending creative inspiration with health knowledge for a holistic experience.
Retreat Highlights
Fall & Harvest Retreat: Embrace the transition from summer to autumn, as we celebrate the harvest season with wine, olives, and preserving the last of summer’s vegetables. This retreat is about honoring seasonal rhythms, preparing for winter, and enjoying the bounty of nature in a picturesque farmhouse setting.
Sun, Sand, Sea Retreat: Indulge in barefoot, sun-kissed days on the beach. Wake up to the soothing sound of waves, reconnect with the ocean, and enjoy the simplicity of life by the sea.
Inner Healing Yoga Retreat: Immerse yourself in the peaceful ambiance of our historic monastery, free from external distractions. This retreat is dedicated to self-discovery, creative arts, and healing practices, offering an unforgettable journey of inner awareness within the monastery’s sacred walls.
Each retreat promises a unique, unforgettable experience, crafted to nurture your body, mind, and soul. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Meet your Host and Yoga instructor!
May Koh is a 250Hr certified Awakening yoga teacher also trained in classical ballet, and has performed cultural dances in the World Dance Festivals in Costa Rica and Germany. She is the creator of Cara Mia May, a vintage-inspired pyjamas brand that brings comfort to the modern life.
Her signature program combines detoxification, vinyasa yoga, ashtanga flow, and yin yoga, supported with nutritious and balanced meals. After spending a few years on her own journey of ski and surf retreats around the world in Sri Lanka, Ibiza, Australia and France, she shares what she's learned and continues to learn with great joy.
May's yoga retreats are a perfect combination of yoga movement, slow living and adventures, encouraging one to reconnect with nature and to the mediterrranean roots through creativity and experiences.
Fall & Harvest Retreat, Masseria Potenti, Puglia
Enjoy the sunshine, Mediterranean countryside & the rustic home of Tommasino family. Join us in this Apulian getaway in the oasis of a 16th century farmhouse surrounded by 130 hectares of olive groves and vineyards. Explore beautiful beaches just a 10 minutes drive away and nearby towns of Lecce, Nardo, Ostuni & Grottaglie.
Daily yoga practice to rejuvenate your body. Throughout the stay, whet your appetite to the freshest farm-to-table meals in the most magical settings.
DatesAugust 31st - September 6th with luxury accommodation on a working farmhouse.
On arrival, we will begin with a tour of the grounds with the one and only Maria Grazia, the owner and matriarch to learn about the history of the place you’ll call home for the week. We will then enjoy soothing candlelight yin yoga.
Every morning we will stroll to our hidden yoga shala in between the olive trees and vineyard for a morning vinyasa practice followed by a scrumptious breakfast. After breakfast, join the group for a dip in the clear beaches, explore nearby towns, take a bike ride around. Lunch and dinners are served on long tables to be enjoyed together, either in the trullo, roof terrace, or agave gardens.
There’ll be workshops every evening dedicated to peak your curiosity and learning something new. For those who enjoy evening flows to wind down, we have curated slow musical flows on alternate days. About midweek, we will head on an excursion to visit parts of Puglia to enjoy its breathtaking landscape. Towards the end of the retreat, there’ll be an apperitivo pajama party.
Each farmhouse room is designed uniquely with antique and rustic furnishing keeping the countryside charm. Please let us know if you have a special request when you book with us.
- Private suite with a private outdoor pool & space with en-suite bath £2,500
- Private standard with garden/courtyard views with en-suite shower £2,050
- Double-sharing room with en-suite shower £1,650
Sun, Sand, Sea Yoga Retreat, Casa Ionio, San Pietra Bevagna, Puglia
Dreaming of living by the sea all year round?
Why not check into our beach house retreat, where long sandy beaches, a blend of Mediterranean, Balinese, African influences, and endless horizons make you feel a world away from home and your worries.
Here, shoes are optional—we encourage barefoot living to ground yourself in the moment. Start your mornings with rooftop yoga, basking in sunrise views, and unwind at sunset with the sea as your backdrop.
If you’re someone who craves a laid-back vibe, loves seafood, sunshine, and being near the water, this retreat has a permanent lounge chair waiting just for you.
Join us for a week of yoga, sandy toes, and salty hair. Let the ocean breeze carry your cares away.
Dates
October 10-16th with laidback accommodation options
Program
On arrival, we’ll begin with an opening circle around a beach bonfire, accompanied by soothing yin yoga to set the tone for the week. Each day will start with morning vinyasa practices on the rooftop deck overlooking the sea, followed by a scrumptious breakfast to fuel your adventures.
Afternoons are yours to enjoy: swim, bask in the sun, go horseback riding, or try paddleboarding along the coast. In the evenings, we’ll come together for creative workshops, journaling, and reflecting on the day’s experiences. Midweek, we’ll embark on a memorable excursion to explore the stunning grottos of the Apulian coast, a true natural wonder.
As the week winds down, we’ll celebrate with a PJ aperitivo party, making for a fun and relaxed evening to cap off the retreat.
Each beach room has a unique space with coastal living furnishing. All rooms have a private outdoor space encouraging barefoot living. Please let us know if you have a special request when you book with us.
- Private double room with ensuite bath £1,800
- Double-sharing room with ensuite bath / shower £1,550
- Triple-sharing famly room with ensuite shower £1,380
Inner Healing Yoga Retreat, Monastero Dell'inCoronata, Nardo, Puglia
The purpose of our monastery retreat is to promote inner healing through self-discovery, blending long-lost traditions with creative inspiration. Within its walls, you’ll find three working laboratories where local master artisans showcase their crafts—from ceramics and Apulian cuisine to the art of herbal remedies in our herbatorium.
Spend a week with us in this serene cluster, rediscovering your inner strength through learning and doing, all while fostering a deeper connection to yourself. Daily yoga practices are thoughtfully included to help you establish a healthy routine and reignite any dimmed sparks in your life.
Come and experience the magic of rediscovery, reconnection, and healing from the inside out.
DatesOctober 31st-November 6th with private and sharing accommodation options
On arrival, we’ll begin with a candlelit ceremony to explore the monastery’s cloister and ancient gardens, followed by a cozy yin yoga session to ease into the retreat. Each morning, we’ll energize with vinyasa yoga, designed to keep us moving and mobile, followed by a delightful breakfast within the cloister and time spent enjoying each other’s company.
The day continues with engaging cooking & bread making classes in one of our kitchen laboratory, where new skills will be unlocked. In the evenings, unwind with yin yoga, helping us relax and reflect, followed by enchanting music in the halls. Midweek, we’ll venture to the charming town of Nardò for a local excursion.
To close the retreat, we’ll celebrate with a fun and relaxed pajama aperitivo party.
Each room in the monastery is uniquely designed, featuring antique furnishings that honor the original purpose and character of the space. Every room is a sanctuary that will transport you back in time. If you have any special requests, please let us know when booking—we’ll do our best to accommodate your needs.
- Private double room with ensuite bath / shower £2,500
- Double-sharing room with ensuite bath / shower £2,000
“The great benefit of slowing down is reclaiming the time and tranquility to make meaningful connections–with people, with culture, with work, with nature, with our own bodies and minds” Carl Honoré
About the Food
Daily home-cooked Mediterranean meals with seasonal ingredients from the vegetable gardens and farms nearby. Expect traditional Italian recipes and a balanced and nutritious diet for the week. All the meals are included in the package, and also selection of wines by Masseria Potenti.
What’s included?
Daily yoga in our indoor and outdoor shala. Breakfast, lunch and dinner with seasonal and local ingredients from the farm. Selection of wines by Masseria Potenti. You’ll be greeted on welcome night with homemade pizza and the last night will end with an aperitivo pyjama party (with pyjamas sponsored by Cara Mia May). Somewhere in between, we will enjoy sunsets, the beach & plenty of pool time. You will be fully recharged before you know it and might want to linger on for more.
What’s not included?
Flights and transfers from the airport. We recommend you rent a car, so you can explore the surrounding towns and beaches during your free time. All workshops are included. Optional activities will be additional, we have an array of body massages & treatments available to book
How Do I Book?
Please click here to register for your preferred yoga week. We require a deposit of 30% in order to secure your booking, please note we have limited spots available, so hurry! By registering, you agree to our terms & conditions here. If you have any questions, please contact us via the form below or email us info@caramiamay.com / may@masseriapotenti.com.
I hope to see you on the mat soon and looking forward to slumbering with you in Cara Mia May, lots of peace and love.
May x