Claudia Bernasconi
from Switzerland,
September 2024
"Inspiring yoga in a great location "
Alice is an excellent yoga teacher, attentive and conveys a sense of tranquility and positivity.
The hotel is located in a quiet area with beautiful garden and swimming pool area.
Nicole Rapp
from Switzerland,
March 2024
"Calm Days of Yoga in Tuscany, Italy"
Alice is a wonderful teacher and really focusses on you. I had private lessons which helped to learn more and not be distracted by others.
I really liked my accomodation, the food, the surrounding and the people working and living there. It was intimate yet everybody let each other live. If you're looking for calm and relaxing days in the middle of tuscan hills with high quality yoga lessons, this place is perfect!
Emily Sullivan
from Italy,
February 2024
"Perfection"
Just what my heart and soul needed... Not to mention the challenge for my body! Alice led me through 4 days of authentic and challenging yoga. The program itself was the perfect balance to push my limits and then to soften and relax. Opportunities to go to the spa, have a personalized message, a wine/cheese tasting and being surrounded by lovely hosts in the Tuscan countryside were just the icing on the cake! Hope to see you again, Alice.
Anonymous
from Switzerland,
January 2024
"Very good"
We had a really good time in the retreat. Alice is an amazing teacher and we loved all her lessons.
Anonymous
from Switzerland,
November 2023
"5 days Yoga Retreat with Alice"
Personal and individual treatment.
Alice is a great Yoga teacher with a lot of dedication and patience, very supportive and instructive.
Quietness, Location, Food.
Anonymous
from Germany,
June 2023
"Hervorragend"
Es war genau die richtige Mischung von Bewegung und Meditation. Habe sehr profitiert von diesem Retreat.
Anonymous
from Republic of Korea,
June 2023
"Pleasant and local "
I was the only one at the retreat during my days. I thought it would be a bit awkward because Im generally quite shy and seemed to be the only Asian person in the town during my days, BUT, nobody gave me a second glance! I was free to roam around as I pleased. Everybody is nice, and accommodating. Also all the classes were personalized for me because I was lucky to get 1:1s. Alice is very experienced and she knew which poses to add or take out to make the Ashtanga yoga sessions doable, but challenging enough to target certain areas (like for me, lower core strength). She’s not very hands on, except to fix some alignment, which I prefer, so I can understand the poses deeper. She also does all the poses with you while instructing and counting. I particularly liked the pranayama breathing sessions—every day had a new theme and technique. Overall Alice taught me some new alignments and how to breathe mindfully. She is very professional and sincere. Her dog is so cute. Lastly, she recommended a walking trail through Tuscan hills and that was definitely one of the best parts of my overall Italy vacation.
Esther Mccormack
from Ireland,
May 2023
Yoga was great but tough. I liked that you could also get other treatments and the therapeutic baths.
Aline Vonwiller
from Switzerland,
May 2023
"Relaxing and Powerful"
The yoga programme was challenging and relaxing at the same time. Alice is a super teacher and all the staff at Villa Borri are remarkably polite and courteous and the accommodation very clean. The kitchen of the hotel is not meant for home cooking, but there is a good selection of food in the village. The Osteria del Mercato Vecchio is one of the most charming places and offers the best food by far! The whole town is an intimate and magical place.
Anonymous
from Switzerland,
May 2023
"Vielen Dank 🙏🏻 "
Mein spezieller Dank gilt Alice und Spritz…besonders für die abwechslungsreiche, fundierte Anleitung und die achtsame Begleitung in der Yogapraxis! Nach diesen drei inspirierten Tagen und neuen Erfahrungen freue ich mich darauf, die Impulse mit in meine Alltag zu nehmen.
Danke auch dem zuvorgekommenden und freundlichen Team der ehrwürdigen Villa Borri. Sie pflegen neben der Villa auch die geschichtsträchtigen Bäder, so dass ich sie sogar ganz für mich alleine geniessen konnte. Insgesamt ein sehr schönes Erlebnis. Grazie!
Dirk Platzen
from France,
May 2023
"Good yoga bad value for money"
The yoga classes themselves were good.
Filipa Simoes
from Great Britain,
April 2023
"Very much needed retreat"
Amazing location, I found myself grounded and connected with the beautiful nature surrounding me. This retreat is something I totally recommend people to do it often as it is a great way to connect deeply with ourselves. The yoga classes and pranayama sessions were amazing, I have never felt so calm and this beautiful connection between mind-body and spirit. Alice as a yoga instructor is very professional and knowledgeable. Loved the chanting and prayers. The hotel is beautiful, amazing facilities and very clean. The receptionists are friendly and always available to help.
Totally recommend a hike, you would not want to miss the beautiful Tuscany scenery. There is lots of amazing small restaurants around, worth to visit for a real taste of Italian food.
Julia T Hutter
from United States,
April 2023
"Best Yoga Retreat Ever"
The entire experience was amazing and provided me with some much needed recharging. Alice is a wonderful teacher not only for Yoga, but also for meditation and life really. We had spent 1.5 hours with Ashtanga Yoga (Flow), 1 hour with Pranayama (breathing meditation), and 1 hour of Yin Yoga (Stretching). In addition we visited the Villa Borri private Terme, and Alice also arranged for us to have a therapeutic mud bath at the public Terme. The lunch was very good traditional Tuscan. Villa Borri is a beautiful hotel, the rooms include a kitchen and bath. We did an excursion to Pomaia Tibetan Monastery. If you are looking to renew your energy in a calm and peaceful setting after a stressful time this is the place for you. Alice is one of the best Yoga teachers I have ever worked with, and all the staff at Villa Borri are wonderful. Thank you!!
Jay Pattni
from Great Britain,
March 2023
"Alice"
Alice was incredible! This was our first time really doing any yoga, and Alice's general approach and vibe was incredible. She was went way above and beyond with her recommendations of local day trips, places to eat etc. Not just an wonderful yoga and pranayama instructor, but a very nice person and helpful host. Spritz the dog was also a very welcome assistant.
The setting is also beautiful, the staff were all very friendly. Very grateful for our stay there.
Jessica Beecham
from Great Britain,
February 2023
"A place to reconnect with yourself "
I spent 4 days with Alice and the team at Villa Borri. It was my privilege to have 1:1 classes with Alice the first day which helped me to connect with her and be more in sync in the classes the following days . She is a very experienced and knowledgeable teacher who conducts her classes no matter how big or small in the same way . She is a true leader who you can learn a lot from . The possibility to tailor my trip meant that I was able to choose the perfect amount of time that suited me . I left feeling reconnected , cleansed, grounded , happy and very blessed to have found myself in this small town with a growing eco system of like minded , highly professional individuals who are there to help you find peace and well being. I will return and highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for this type of experience .
Christoph Hotz
from Switzerland,
February 2023
"Yoga in Winter at Tuscany"
Tolle Anlage in Villa Borri der Casciana Terme...
Romantisch auch im Frühjahr....
Persönliche Betreuung war top (Grazie Alice!)
Auch für beginners
Maarten Coart
from Netherlands,
December 2022
"Ashtanga yogi"
Alice is very professional and a traditional ashtangi. I feld I was back in India. The apartment was very clean and the little town was beautiful and Cosy. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. Best pizza in Il Merlo.
Antonella Picchiri
from Great Britain,
September 2022
"Fantastic "
I love everything, every single minutes of my experience.
My accommodation was very nice and clean, comfortable .l had a lovely view from my kitchen window, it was very peaceful.
Alice is a number one teacher, l am very happy with her, l learn a lot.
I was surrounded by a great staff, they were very kind with me, always with a big smile in their face.I didn't feel alone.
The countryside around this town is fabulous, easy to exploring by walk or with a bike ( you can rent, it us not expensive).
Than, the SPA!!! Wowwww !!! It is living a dream!!!
1 hr only for you to relax and disconnect from the world!
You must have a massage!!! Davide is wonderful!!! I was in pain, and after his touch everything was gone! I slept like a baby !
Nadine Deinzer
from Germany,
September 2022
Amazing Yoga sessions with Alice..with tea break and very nice and helpful stuff..would love to come back once
Julian Frey
from Italy,
August 2022
"Wunderschöner, ruhiger Ort. Perfekt für Yoga und Entspannung"
Zur Unterkunft: Die Terme liegt in einem kleinen Dorf mit einer hand-voll Restaurants. Alles sehr idyllisch und sympathisch. Die Unterkunft wird von Myriam betreut, welche sich liebevoll um die Gäste kümmert. Die Räumlichkeiten war sehr geräumig und sauber. Die 90min exklusiv-Spa waren ein Erlebnis für sich und super entspannend.
Zum Yoga: Da es mein erstes Yogaretreat war, war ich gespannt wie es sein wird. Alice hat mich und ein Pärchen welches ebenfalls dort war, super unterrichtet. Da wir nur zu 3t waren, konnte sie sehr auf uns eingehen, unsere Haltungen korrigieren und persönliche Tipps geben. Die Terme ist ist ein sehr ruhiger Ort und die Natur wie auch die schönen Räumlichkeiten eigenen sich perfekt für die Yogasessions und zur Entspannung.
Hatte eine super schöne Zeit dort und kann es jedem weiterempfehlen.
Helene Riddervold
from Norway,
August 2022
"All in all a very nice stay"
Three days of yoga was perfect. For practitioners that normally doesn't practice every day, this was enough.
Very nice that there were few of us - lots of personal follow-up.
Friendly yoga teacher and staff at the hotel.
Nice to have a holistic experience with both Ashtanga, Yin, Pranayama etc.
Appropriate balance between activity and personal time.
Small and charming village without stress.
Nice with included brunch at the nearest café.
Very nice and old apartment hotel with lots of charm.
Lovely with outdoor areas where you can relax both in the sun and in the shade.
The spa was a nice and exclusive experience, although it lacked some maintenance.
Liked that we were in several different places and practiced - and that we were outside in the shadow for the Ashtanga and Pranayama classes.
Alessandra De Guio
from Great Britain,
August 2022
"A place to find peace and enjoy the beautiful landscapes "
The yoga sessions were excellent as Alice is a wonderful instructor. She tailored the sessions according to students’ abilities so that everybody can enjoy. I liked the mix of sessions: Ashtanga and Pranayama in the morning, Yin yoga in the afternoon.
The Spa experience was also excellent, with exclusive access: you can seat in the warm water with jazz music and relax.
Anonymous
from Italy,
June 2022
"Excellent retreat to unwind and reconnect with yourself"
As an instructor, Alice is phenomenal. She is the best yoga instructor I have come across. She is gentle, patient and well trained. I loved the mix of yoga instruction - it was great exposure to a variety of yoga forms and complementary.
The facility was lovely with minimal tourists. I had the spa all to myself and no issues booking multiple treatments. It was the first time for me to try Reiki, and I loved it. The Reiki was done by the herbalist in the town, and she was also phenomenal.
The town is quaint and quiet but there was a perfect variety of restaurants to enjoy.
Katrin Willenshofer
from Austria,
May 2022
"A wonderful Yoga Experience in Bella Italia"
I had the luck to spend three days on this yoga retreat on Ischia island. When I arrived in Ischia I felt welcome and warm. The people at the hotel were very nice and helpful with everything. And the yoga sessions with Alice were great. It was the first time I´ve practised Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga and I am a yoga beginner. However, with Alice´s way it was easy to follow and yet intensive. I´ve learned so much in these three days about breathing and my body in general. Overall it was a wonderful experience that I would recommend to everynone who wants to practise yoga and enjoy an wonderful island immersed in Italian vibes. :) Thank you for this wonderful time!
Anonymous
from Belgium,
May 2022
Alice is a very skilled yoga teacher. She guides the yoga sessions with grace and firmness. Simply enjoyed every session.
The accommodation was very nice and confortable.
Katrin Weber
from Netherlands,
May 2022
"Fantastic week!"
Alice is a great yoga teacher. The classes are a very good mixture. Alice is welcoming, very friendly, explaining the words and poses, correcting your poses in a gentle way, and she looks very carefully how far you can go. For me it was the first yoga experience and that was inspiring! The hotel is very nice, good style, very friendly people. Brunch is perfect. The village is ideal to hang out or visit some of the islands beautiful spots, such as the thermal pools Negombo (nice half hour walk) and the castle (by bus, great views). I joined a trekking tour with yoga on the top of a mountain and lunch at a agriturismo, I can only recommend it! The guide was really enthousiastic, he knew every plant and a lot about the island. But the best, I must say, was the yoga classes with Alice!
Jennifer Briscoe
from Italy,
April 2022
Alice was an amazing teacher- knowledgeable, supportive,calm. And having 3 classes a day was amazing! The staff at Villa Borri was friendly and helpful, the grounds lovely and the spa wonderful! I don’t know of any other place that you get a whole spa to yourself.
Thao Dang
from Switzerland,
April 2022
"Excellente prof de yoga et magnifique séjour"
La combinaison des cours de yoga avec les moments libres de découverte du coin est parfaite. GRAZIE E BRAVA ALICE!
Le programme de yoga peut être suivi par tous les niveaux, Alice donnant les indications pour chacun. Il a en tous points correspondu à la description et la disposition du temps libre a permis de profiter aussi des thermes, de la campagne toscane et sa divine cuisine. De plus, nous avons eu la bonne surprise de découvrir inclu dans le prix, un massage de la Villa Borri, possible à la place des thermes privées.
UN IMMENSE MERCI A MYRIAM, la manager de la Villa Borri. Merveilleuse et professionnelle, elle a su répondre à toutes les demandes, toujours avec le sourire. Les thermes de l'hôtel ont pu être réservés en soirée... Le rêve avant les rêves!
Je recommande vivement ce séjour à celles et ceux qui aimeraient expérimenter une pratique quotidienne de yoga, sans avoir à s'astreindre à une retraite trop rigoureuse.
Dominik Hirt
from Switzerland,
April 2022
"Alice' Yoga in Villa Borri Casciana Terme"
Casciania Terme lies in the hinterland of Pisa. The village bears witness to former commercial life. Today, many shops are closed and various buildings and hotels are for sale. Villa Borri is a little paradise and the location is excellent. As a retreat, the area and the yoga retreat are highly recommended.
At the beginning of the yoga stay, we benefited from the small group - Alice was able to look after the participants very well. The programme is, from my point of view, challenging for beginners but doable. The 3 yoga lessons are well spread out over the day, the 90 minute lesson is quite challenging.
Alice is a wonderful and very experienced teacher - the trainings are intense for a beginner and offer a lot of variety.
Manu Kofler
from Austria,
April 2022
Alice is an excellent Yoga teacher! She explains a lot and corrects during the class. Every class was unique and beautiful! Namaste ❤️
Anonymous
from Spain,
April 2022
"Charming "
Alice is a fantastic instructor and yogi.
She took extra time and was very thorough and superior.
After a few years away from practicing due to the pandemic, this was the best reintroduction to a way of being with yoga as a life foundation.
Thank you Alice!
Anonymous
from Switzerland,
April 2022
"Toscan Oasis of Relaxation"
I am very grateful to have had the possibility to meet Alice and the team at the Villa Borri.
Alice's yoga and meditation classes were excellent and very versatile. I learned a lot in 2.5 days and was able to relax deeply. A true oasis of relaxation in the Toscan hills.
Sono molto grata di aver avuto la possibilità di incontrare Alice e il team della Villa Borri.
Le lezioni di yoga e meditazione di Alice sono state eccellenti e molto versatili. Ho imparato molto in 2,5 giorni e ho potuto rilassarmi profondamente. Una vera oasi di relax nelle colline toscane.
Melita Bokalic
from Slovenia,
February 2022
"Yoga and spa in Tuscany"
Villa borri is a very nice place in a small town in Tuscany. Old Tuscan buildings with high ceilings, nice and cozy spa, big green garden to read a book or just relax.
Stuff is very nice and helpful, always smiling and taking care for you.
Yoga istructor Alice was the best! Yoga was intensive since there are 3 classes per day and one of them asthanga but Alice listents to you and accomodate the practise to your needs.
The whole yoga and spa package was a very nice, relaxing and calming experience.
Jeremy Licence
from Great Britain,
November 2021
The location and accommodation on this retreat provided a really wonderful setting for our yoga practice. This was my first experience of a retreat and wasn't sure what to expect, so it was a lovely surprise to find this was a mix of peaceful and rewarding yoga practice, with the opportunity to go and walk and sightsee other things in the area as well. Alice is an amazing teacher.
Inga Vitkute
from Great Britain,
October 2021
"Excellent "
The local food was amazing , and hospitality of Gabriele and Guliana makes it even more delicious! They r the soul of this place ! Makes you feel as At home ! Absolutely loved it !
Yoga retreat with lovely Alicia is great too ! She is very patient and calm person and corrects everything what you do wrong , it’s like one to one session !
People r so welcoming And friendly , would highly recommend to anyone
Semira Khashaei
from Italy,
October 2021
"Excellent Overall"
Loved the location, the food was amazing (did not expect having the best food in Italy at this retreat). The instructor can help all levels.
Ulrich Bartel
from Germany,
September 2021
"Yoga mit Entspannung bei Top Essen"
Alice war sehr freundlich, hilfreich und unterstützend beim Yoga. Das Zimmer im Dachgeschoss war niedrig, aber Yoga half damit umzugehen. Werde wiederkommen.
Verena Lindner
from Germany,
August 2021
"Yoga in den Bergen am See"
Die Lage ist fantastisch und die Mischung aus Yoga und Entspannung mit Bergblick genau richtig.
Anonymous
from Italy,
August 2021
We were a very small group and this allowed us to focus on the yoga practice
Anonymous
from Netherlands,
July 2021
"Yoga zonder de rust en ruimte is geen yoga"
De eigenaren van de B&B waren geweldig! Heel vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Oprecht geïnteresseerd en maakte excuses voor als de dingen niet goed gingen. Loste problemen op. Zeer attent.
Het eten was fantastisch uit hun eigen keuken bereid door dochter, echt heerlijk.
Instructrice is zeer bekwaam en de lessen waren erg goed. Ik miste echter wat connectie met haar, even samen wat eten of drinken oid . Ze was na de les direct weg terwijl zij de ‘host’ was van de retreat.
Sylvana Puelacher
from Austria,
July 2021
Quietness, Hospitality & Daily Plan
Daniela Nussbaumer
from Switzerland,
July 2021
"Sehr erhohsames Retreat an wundervoller Lage"
Schöne Lage oberhalb des Comersees, romantisches B&B mit freundlichen, zuvorkommen Leuten. Gute Yogalehrerin, hat alles gepasst
Tonya Mead
from Italy,
July 2021
"P"
Perfect fairy tale yoga retreat
Amine Sekkat
from France,
June 2021
"Amazing Retreat"
Such an authentic and marvellous retreat ! The 3 days we spent were amazing: Amazing teacher with a lot of knowledge and great advice (as if we were in India), Amazing and beautiful place located near Como Lake, and Amazing hosts. We had meals in a very authentic and cute Osteria. The program joins Yoga and Free time which allows you to visit the beautiful region. If you are looking for a retreat in a beautiful quite village with a great teacher, dont look further :)
Claudia Chiaro
from Italy,
June 2021
"Un'esperienza bellissima"
La passione e l'amore profondo con cui Alice svolge il suo lavoro si percepiscono nell'aria. È un'insegnante speciale perché anche se in poco tempo riesce a trasmetterti la potenza e l'energia di quello che fa. Sa metterti a tuo agio anche quando si è neofiti ma allo stesso tempo è capace di spronarti con motivazione a spingerti sempre un piccolo passo più in là.
Mi è piaciuta molto.
Inoltre l'ospitalità dei gestori del b&b nel quale ho alloggiato è stata davvero eccellente.
Il posto è stupendo e non si può avere cornice migliore per rilassarsi e fare lunghe passeggiate nella natura!
Berengere Chalvon Demersay
from France,
June 2021
"Fantastic yoga retreat immersed in a typical Italian village"
Alice is an excellent teacher and is passionate about teaching and sharing her knowledge with her students. Being the 1st student gave me the possibility to have 1to1sessions, which made me really improve. The Osteria location is just Fan-Tas-Tic and super comfortable, the hosts incredibly warm and generous, and thé food fresh, local and incredibly well cooked. As my 1st yoga retreat, that will remain fabulous memories !
Anonymous
from Italy,
September 2020
"Ein Paradies mitten in den Bergen, grandioser Yogaunterricht"
Traumhafte Lage, grandioses Essen, grandioser Yogaunterricht.
Anonymous
from Switzerland,
September 2020
"Idylle in den Bergen "
Super Essen, sehr gute Zimmer, sehr sauber, Yoga super und ziemlich anstrengend, Natur herrlich, so still wie nirgendwo sonst
Diane Pentaleri-otto Diane
from Germany,
August 2020
"Beautiful Oasis. Terrific Yoga. Delicious Food. "
The yoga was terrific. The food absolutely amazing. The place simple heaven on earth. The accommodations clean and comfortable. I can highly recommend this place for small yoga groups looking for a group retreat with up to 6 participants.
Leonardo Serra
from Germany,
July 2020
"Yoga @ Organic Farm"
Alice and Federico are great hosts that make you feel welcome from the first minute on. The organic farm is located beautifully in the Ligurian mountains far away from any bigger city or noise, perfect for a quiet time-out! Accommodation is fine with comfy bed and modern bathroom in a private room.
Highlight of this retreat is the combination of relaxing yoga classes led by Alice and delicious organic food from own growing and the region cooked by Federico. Also enough free time to relax, read or enjoy the nature.
Alice is a Great Yoga Teacher helping though all the poses and giving great advice, also for pure beginners!
Thanks Alice & Federico!
Mai Elsherbiny
from Italy,
September 2019
"Unique and fantastic experience"
Alice is THE best yoga instructor I've ever worked with. Genuine, works with the essence of yoga not only the physical postures, takes care and watch your work and correct it beautifully and gently. The Pranayama class is absolutely beneficial; I've looked for Pranayama to be included in any of the retreats in Italy and she was the only one who offered it. Her Vinyasa, Ashtanga and Hatha classes are very professional and beneficial. Over and above she's sweet and helpful.
- The landscape with only mountains surrounding you makes you feel out of the planet.
- Federico is an amazing host, he represents the genuine Italian generosity and kindness. He knows what he's doing.
- Not a single ingredient was bought from a super market. Everything, and I mean everything is home made, the yogurt was from a neighbour farm, the pesto salsa was entirely prepared by Federico's mum. The vegetables and fruits from their garden, you could watch Federico bringing the vegetables with his hand from the garden. Not only 100% organic but also deliciously cooked by Federico. Don't miss his Zuccini soup for brunch.
- Possibility of making a barbecue at a lake, not far or visit a medieval town nearby. Just staying there to chill was amazing and stopped my brain from dwelling.
- Alice and Federico are very honest.
- The feeling that I am in a real farm with genuine people, eating only how made food with home produced ingredients was unique. It took my heart to somewhere it had never been before.
Lena Singer
from Germany,
August 2019
"Beautiful Yogaretreat"
Federico and Alice are very nice people and Alice is a really good yogateacher. Her yogaclasses were helpful and full of Energy.
The food was excellent and the room was clean and cozy.
Anonymous
from Switzerland,
October 2018
The setting was beautiful, the yoga classes were excellent, the food was excellent
