The Power of Nature in Coaching

An immersive workshop to weave Nature’s power into Coaching

September 29, 2026
to
October 2, 2026

Southern Puglia, Italy

""Nature often holds up a mirror so we can see more clearly the ongoing process of growth, renewal and transformation in our lives" - Mary Ann Brusat"

Dates and Location

September 29, 2026
to
October 2, 2026

Southern Puglia, Italy

""Nature often holds up a mirror so we can see more clearly the ongoing process of growth, renewal and transformation in our lives" - Mary Ann Brusat"

Retreat Program

"Nature often holds up a mirror so we can see more clearly the ongoing process of growth, renewal and transformation in our lives" - Mary Ann Brusat

4 days to immerse yourself in nature and learn many different tools and techniques that will enrich and enhance the power of your existing Coaching practice, taking it to the next level

What you will take away

Learn how nature can support you with your clients and reach results much more easily and quickly.
Simple, hands-on practices that can be used with any client.
Learn about nature’s trauma-informed qualities
Techniques applicable to different nature settings, seasons and landscapes
Indoor nature settings

Day by Day

Day 1

ARRIVAL + WELCOME

Arrive at Brindisi Airport and journey south to our venue for the next 4 days: a 16th-century masseria. After lunch at the masseria, we will wait for everyone to arrive and begin with a Welcome Circle, followed by a Nature Connection experience in the surrounding forest, where we will explore the embodied feeling of being present in nature. Dinner at the Masseria followed by a Breathwork Session

Day 2

GROUNDING + WORKSHOP ON DISCOMFORT

Start with a gentle morning yoga practice. After breakfast, Workshop: how nature can support you in taking people out of their comfort zone in an embodied way. After a delicious lunch at the masseria, 2nd workshop of the day: Incorporating nature sit spot, mindful embodied practices and journaling prompts into the coaching practice. After dinner, relaxing Soundbath under the stars

Day 3

THE PULSE OF SALENTO: THE SEA, PASTA AND PIZZICA

Morning Pizzica dance session with a local teacher (Embodied practice to tap into the body’s wisdom.)

Workshop: Exploration of the concept of Nature as a Psychological mirror.

Drive to the coast, picnic lunch.

Exploration of the concept of Blue Mind next to the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic Sea. Time for a swim to experience it firsthand.

Drive back. Time for cooking class and learn how to make homemade Orecchiette.

Celebration Time: experience a traditional Pizzica event in one of the small towns where we will dance to the rhythm of the tambourine to connect deeply to the our own rhythm and power.

Day 4

INCORPORATION AND WRAP UP

We will start our day with a breathwork session and short journaling.

After breakfast, practice in pairs or groups of 3, applying the techniques learned during the workshop.

Hand out certification.

After lunch, transportation to the airport.

Venue Info

An ancient Masseria from the 16th Century.
Welcome to Salento, where ancient olive groves and fragrant citrus trees stretch toward the horizon and stone-walled farms whisper stories from centuries past. Tucked at the foot of a gentle hill, Masseria Pizzofalcone rises from the rock, embraced by woods and opening onto sweeping views of olives and citrus.

Here, you’ll find deep quiet, Mediterranean flavors, herbs on the breeze, and long walks in the open air—a soul-soothing countryside sanctuary at the heart of our Nature as Muse retreat.

Each guest will enjoy a private room with ensuite bathroom, complete with shower, mini-bar, direct-dial phone, high-speed internet, TV, air conditioning, and independent heating—a cozy, comfortable space to rest, restore, and integrate daily.

Masseria Pizzofalcone

Facilitators

HOLLY JO WALTERS

Rooted in the belief that connection with nature is vital to both personal and planetary wellbeing, Holly Jo nurtures relationships between people and place as a guide, educator, and advocate. Her work stems from the understanding that deepening our bond with the natural world is not only healing, but also a remembering, a returning, and a way forward.

She brings over two decades of experience in conservation, public service, and nature connection to her mission of helping professionals across fields integrate nature-based practices into their work.

A Certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide and former Park Ranger, Holly Jo has spent years cultivating pathways for people to experience the healing, transformative power of the natural world. Her approach blends ecological awareness, relational practice, and trauma-informed guidance to create inclusive, grounded experiences that nourish both people and planet.

With a background that spans urban park management, trail design, community education, and biophilic design, Holly Jo offers a rare integration of practical wisdom, visionary leadership, and heart-led facilitation. Her work is a call to rekindle our belonging in the web of life – and to act on that belonging with care, creativity, and commitment.

MANUELA SIEGFRIED

Manuela Siegfried is a certified Biophilic Connection Facilitator and Trainer specializing in Forest Bathing.

Born and raised in Costa Rica, she grew up exploring forests and natural areas alongside her biologist father, developing a deep passion for the wonders of the natural world from an early age.

For the past six years, Manuela has dedicated herself to facilitating nature connection experiences across Costa Rica and internationally, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, Switzerland, France, and Spain. Through forest bathing, nature art, and grounding practices, she has guided countless individuals back to nature while training over 400 new facilitators worldwide.

Driven by the conviction that reconnecting with nature is essential for both human and planetary well-being, Manuela works to foster a sense of deep belonging and care for the natural world. She has collaborated closely with the Costa Rica Treatment Center, an addiction rehabilitation facility, leading hundreds of therapeutic nature walks over the past six years. Her background also includes extensive experience in tourism and hospitality, as well as serving as Training Director for ANFT for five years.

Manuela currently lives in southern Puglia, Italy, where she continues her mission of helping people rediscover their connection to the natural world.

Program Questions Contact

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Investment

All prices in USD.

Private Room with Ensuite Bathroom

EUROS 1675 (USD 1985)

3 nights of lodging in single room
All meals starting with dinner on Day 1 and ending with lunch on day 4
Transportation from / to the airport (two options) and transportation throughout the program
All activities mentioned in the itinerary

Meals and beverages outside the meal times
Snacks
Alcoholic beverages (The retreat center has alcohol for purchase – local wine, beer, and cocktails)
Airfare
Insurance (not required, but recommended)
Add-ons: massages, facials, and other spa services
Souvenirs, gifts, and food purchased on day trips, excursions, or during free time

Cancellation Policy

Deposit Policy – Euros 300

•The 300 Euros deposit reserves your spot.

•Cancel on or before February 28th, 2026 → Deposit is refundable (or can be used as credit for a future retreat).

•Cancel between March 1st and April 30th, 2026 → Deposit is non-refundable, but can be transferred to another guest or used as credit for a future retreat.

•Cancel on or after May 1st, 2026 → Deposit is non-refundable, but can be transferred to another guest

Cancellation & Refund Policy – All Payments

•Final payment due: May 1st, 2026

•Cancel on or before February 28th, 2026 → Full refund of all payments made (including deposit).

•Cancel between March 1st and April 30th, 2026 → 50% refund of payments made, not including the Euros 300 deposit (see deposit policy above).

•Cancel on or after May 1st, 2026 → No refunds; all payments are forfeited.

Program Deposit

Deposit Amount:
EUROS 300

Deposits signify your commitment to the program and is deducted from the total balance. All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Investment Balance: The balance of investment can be paid in full or in installments. Please contact us for more information on installments.

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The Power of Nature in Coaching

An immersive workshop to weave Nature’s power into Coaching

""Nature often holds up a mirror so we can see more clearly the ongoing process of growth, renewal and transformation in our lives" - Mary Ann Brusat"

Dates and Location

""Nature often holds up a mirror so we can see more clearly the ongoing process of growth, renewal and transformation in our lives" - Mary Ann Brusat"

Retreat Program

"Nature often holds up a mirror so we can see more clearly the ongoing process of growth, renewal and transformation in our lives" - Mary Ann Brusat

Day by Day

Day 1

ARRIVAL + WELCOME

Day 2

GROUNDING + WORKSHOP ON DISCOMFORT

Day 3

THE PULSE OF SALENTO: THE SEA, PASTA AND PIZZICA

Day 4

INCORPORATION AND WRAP UP

Venue Info

Masseria Pizzofalcone

Facilitators

HOLLY JO WALTERS

MANUELA SIEGFRIED

Program Questions Contact

Learn about the Modalities we work with

Investment

All prices in USD.

Private Room with Ensuite Bathroom

EUROS 1675 (USD 1985)

Cancellation Policy

Program Deposit

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