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Wild, Rooted & Free Retreat

A women’s wellness retreat in stunning southern Italy

  • July 18, 2026
  • to
  • July 24, 2026
  • Southern Puglia, Italy

"“The most valuable thing we can do for the psyche, occasionally, is to let it rest, wander, live in the changing light of room, not try to be or do anything whatever.”"

Dates and Location

  • July 18, 2026
  • to
  • July 24, 2026
  • Southern Puglia, Italy

"“The most valuable thing we can do for the psyche, occasionally, is to let it rest, wander, live in the changing light of room, not try to be or do anything whatever.”"

Retreat Program

“The most valuable thing we can do for the psyche, occasionally, is to let it rest, wander, live in the changing light of room, not try to be or do anything whatever.”

A week to feel wild, rooted, & free.

A lifetime of permission to live in a way that actually feels like you.

This retreat invites you to let Italy’s food, culture, and landscape wake up the parts of you that have been quietly waiting: playful, passionate, grounded, and fully alive.

Over 7 unforgettable days, you’ll awaken your senses, reconnect to your body’s wisdom, and explore your vibrant inner world through movement, music, breathwork, local traditions, and nature’s medicine.

From pasta-making and pizzica dancing to plunging into the Adriatic and stargazing beneath olive trees, you’ll remember what it means to feel wild, rooted, and free.

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Day by Day

Day 1

ARRIVAL + WELCOMME

Arrive at Brindisi Airport and journey through the Puglian countryside to your serene home: a 16th-century masseria. Settle in, breathe deeply, and join us for our opening circle and dinner under the stars.

Day 2

GROUNDING + LECCE BY NIGHT

Start with gentle movement and a grounding forest bathing experience. Travel to Lecce to explore its baroque beauty, learn its history from a local guide, and enjoy a dinner and gelato-filled night on the town.

Day 3

THE PULSE OF SALENTO: PIZZICA + PASTA

Dive into music, movement, and philosophy of Pizzica dance. We’ll visit a historic underground olive oil press for tasting and learn to make fresh pasta for dinner, paired with local wine.

Day 4

CASTLES. COASTLINES + DANCE

Visit the coastal town of Otranto, the easternmost point of Italy, known for its cathedral’s legendary mosaic floors. Swim in the Adriatic Sea, savor local paninis, and end your day with Pizzica under the stars.

Day 5

BREATHTAKING VIEWS + SOUND HEALING

Experience the majestic Faraglioni di Sant’Andrea and the Lovers’ Arch, then visit Galatina’s 14th-century cathedral—famous for its frescoes and known as the “Sistine Chapel of the South”—before returning to the masseria for a soothing sound healing session.

Day 6

TOWER WALK + CELEBRATION NIGHT

Walk along the ancient coastal towers near Otranto. Journal with the wind and sea as your guides. That evening, we’ll celebrate with a final Pizzica night in a local town where tradition meets joy and release.

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 Wild, Rooted, & Free 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

What You Will Take Away From This Course

  • A deeper connection to your body
    From pizzica, morning movement, coastal walks, and swims in the Adriatic, you’ll remember what it feels like to live in your body, not just in your head.

  • Tools to regulate your nervous system
    Forest bathing, breathwork, and sound healing will give you simple practices to ground, calm, and reset—anytime life feels loud again.

  • A renewed sense of self-trust
    Through circle conversations, reflection, and spacious time in nature, you’ll reconnect with your own inner voice and what you truly want next.

  • Sacred rituals you can bring home
    Movement, music, journaling, and small daily rituals inspired by this land that help you stay rooted long after you’ve unpacked your suitcase.

  • Joyful memories steeped in Italian culture
    Learning pizzica from a local teacher, making orecchiette, tasting olive oil at an ancient frantoio, wandering historic towns, and laughing over long Italian meals.

  • Sisterhood and support
    Real connection with women who “get it”—the kind of friendships that don’t end when the retreat does.

  • Permission to live more freely
    Most of all, you’ll leave with the courage to honor your needs, protect your energy, and create a life that feels more like you.

Facilitators

COACH D

I’m Derith — but most people know me as Coach D. I’m a women’s wellness coach, retreat guide, and the founder of FIERCE by Choice — a movement rooted in helping women fiercely love the skin they’re in through strength, self-care, and soul connection.

… but most of all, FIERCE is about choosing yourself, every single day. It’s about having the courage to step into your truth, your power, and your next season with intention.

I’ve been coaching for over 25 years, guiding women to create lives filled with purpose, confidence, and vitality. I’ve led thousands of fitness classes, coached habit transformation programs, hosted life-changing retreats, and built a community where women feel seen, supported, and strong — inside and out.

What lights me up? Helping women rediscover their power — physically, emotionally, and energetically. Whether it’s through a barbell, a breakthrough moment, or a still sunrise on retreat, I believe we all have the capacity to shift, heal, and grow.

My coaching blends movement, mindset, and meaning — with equal parts humor, truth-telling, and heart. You won’t find quick fixes here — only real conversations, aligned actions, and a deep commitment to living fully and fiercely.

This retreat is your invitation to press the pause button with intention and return to yourself. I can’t wait to walk alongside you.

MANUELA SIEGFRIED

Manuela was born and raised in Costa Rica, the daughter of Swiss immigrants, and has spent her life surrounded by trees, dogs, birds, and ocean air.

Growing up in nature shaped everything about her—today she is a certified forest bathing (nature connection) guide, retreat leader, and a certified Breathwork and Sound Healing Facilitator, known for creating deeply grounding, heart-opening experiences in collaboration with the land.

After years of guiding transformational retreats in Costa Rica, Manuela felt a powerful pull to make a radical change—not from crisis, but from what she lovingly calls a “midlife awakening.” When her children set off on their own paths, she followed her heart to the deep south of Italy—Salento, Puglia—a place that had quietly lived in her heart for years. Now based near the sea in a small town, she weaves her love of nature, simple joy, and inner listening into everything she offers.

At Wild, Rooted, & Free, Manuela will guide you through forest bathing, breathwork, and nature-based rituals that help you slow down, listen deeply, and remember your own inner guidance—held by the ancient olive trees and the soul of Salento she now calls home.

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Investment

All prices in USD.

Private Room with Ensuite Bathroom

$3699

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Early Bird Deal - Register Before

  • March 15, 2026
  • and receive an early-bird discount of:
  • USD 300
  • What is included:
  • 7-day, 6-night stay at Masseria Pizzofalcone; July 18 – July 24, 2026
  • Private room with an ensuite bathroom
  • All meals
  • Group airport transfers to and from BDS. We’ll share exact pickup times once flights are confirmed.
  • Transportation during retreat for all day trips and excursions
  • Full access to Masseria Pizzofalcone property and swimming pool
  • All movement and coaching sessions
  • All day trips, excursions, and retreat activities
  • Spring water, local coffee and local herbal teas available all day
  • Yoga mats & blocks provided
  • What is not included:
  • Domestic/ International Airfare to Brindisi Airport (BDS)
  • Any accommodations and transportation outside of retreat dates (July 18 – July 24, 2026)
  • Alcohol: The retreat center has alcohol for purchase – local wine, beer, and cocktails
  • Add-ons: massages, facials, and other spa services
  • Souvenirs, gifts, and food purchased on day trips, excursions, or during free time
  • Traveler’s insurance (not required, but recommended)

Cancellation Policy

Deposit Policy – $750
•The $750 deposit reserves your spot.
•Cancel on or before January 18, 2026 → Deposit is refundable (or can be used as credit for a future retreat).
•Cancel between January 19 and April 17, 2026 → Deposit is non-refundable, but can be transferred to another guest or used as credit for a future retreat.
•Cancel on or after April 18, 2026 → Deposit is forfeited.
Cancellation & Refund Policy – All Payments
•Final payment due: April 18, 2026.
•Cancel on or before January 18, 2026 → Full refund of all payments made (including deposit).
•Cancel between January 19 and April 17, 2026 → 50% refund of payments made, not including the $750 deposit (see deposit policy above).
•Cancel on or after April 18, 2026 → No refunds; all payments are forfeited.

Program Deposit

  • Deposit Amount:
  • $750

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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