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North Fork Yoga Shala Retreats

Here at North Fork Yoga Shala, in Greenport, we are really proud of our expanding offering of several retreats both near and far as well as the variety of workshops and trainings that we hold both with our own instructors and talented guest instructors and facilitators.

Our retreats, currently led pre-dominantly by Claire Copersino, our Founder and Director, span the globe, and range from a few wonderful days within driving or public transport distance to further afield in Mexico, Costa Rica, various locations in Europe, northern Africa and several in the planning stage that will be further afield.  It is often the case that once someone has joined one retreat, they catch the bug, so to speak, and attend another .. and another .. and another.  Don’t say you weren’t warned J

It is truly magical to watch new connections form on our retreats, new yoga-family bonds be created and very much a family vibe set in within the first 24 hours amongst our small, intimate groups wherever we may be calling home on our retreats.  These connections then grow once back home and you now know that person who was once just a face across the studio.   As a result the community and family feel of the studio just continues to deepen and expand and sweeps everyone who walks through our doors up into the glow.

Claire Copersino Yoga Retreats, trainings, and workshops are curated based upon suggestions from you as well as initiatives from our team of instructors and we always welcome your thoughts, ideas and feedback.

Masseria Specula, Manduria, Puglia, Italy

April 27, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - May 4, 2026 @ 10:00 am

| $2050

 

Just 1/2 a mile away from the glorious Ionian Sea, carved into a gentle hillside, lies a historical farmhouse that has been lovingly restored and renovated into a tranquil retreat. Masseria Specula rests with 20 hectares (50 acres) of private land ideally situated in Manduria, on the Ionian coast between Taranto and Gallipoli, in the central region of Puglia, Italy.  The masseria is nestled in nature, the Ionian Sea visible in the distance and a 15 minute walk away. There are plenty of outdoor and indoor spaces to relax in at the Masseria, including a first floor sea view terrace and gardens on the property. The property has been built with sustainability as a priority, including being solar powered, and relying on natural fibers and materials in the construction and style of the Masseria inside and out. The rooms are airy, bright, clean and accented with locally sourced furniture, pottery and glassware, and all have a private bathroom.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Three Puglian women are at the helm in the cucina, sharing authentic Italian recipes and meals that have been taught to them by their mothers. There will be an emphasis on fresh locally sourced fruits and vegetables, homemade pastas, breads, and dishes unique to Puglia. We will enjoy breakfast and dinner at the Masseria allowing freedom to catch lunch as we are out and about exploring this fascinating part of Italy.  One of the reasons I chose the Masseria as our venue is its ideal location in central Puglia, allowing for me to organize a few excursions to places of interest in the region. Manduria is known as the “city of the Messapi” and is one of the oldest towns in Puglia with a treasure trove of ancient Messapian sites (dating back to the Iron age) including an archeological park to explore, churches dating back to the 11th & 12th centuries, a castle (of course) and much more. I will be organizing a day trip to Lecce and another day trip tbd, a guided hike in Porto Selvaggio, a cooking class with our chefs and other options should you be inspired to join.

 

 

 

 

We will practice yoga every morning, with an afternoon practice 3 times during the week. There is a lovely indoor shala and if the weather is good, also an outdoor terrace for us to make use of. Masseria Specula has yoga mats, blocks, straps and bolsters for us to use, so no need to bring your mat unless you want to.  Classes will be accessible to all with an emphasis on modifying as needed and scaling it up or down to suit your needs. There is always a wide variety of practitioners with different physical challenges, agility abilities and every other imaginable permutation and Claire is all about yoga being an inclusive, available-to-all practice. Massages can be arranged on site, laundry services are available, every room is equipped with AC & heating, a hairdryer and handmade soaps and shampoo. Airport transfers are available from Brindisi (closest airport), and Bari which I will coordinate. Please see below a sample schedule of a typical day:

 

 

 

 

A Sample Day

 

6:00a ~ Coffee, tea

7.30a ~ Morning Yoga

9:00a ~ Breakfast

10:00 a ~ Excursions / Activities / Free time / Massages /

Lunch will be off-site most (or possibly all) days during our excursions/hikes etc or as part of your own wanderings/exploring

5.00p ~ Afternoon Yoga

7:30p ~ Dinner

 

Times will vary depending on departure times and when we arrive back at the Masseria, but this gives you an idea of how a typical day will flow.

 

Your Investment

 

Double occupancy (2 people sharing a room in either one bed or two twin beds) with private bath ~ $2900 per person

Private occupancy (1 person in a room) with private bath ~ $5500

Triple occupancy (3 people sharing a room with three twin beds) with private bath ~ $2450 per person

Quadruple occupancy (4 people sharing a room with four twin beds) with private bath – $2050 per person

 

What’s Included

  • 7 nights accommodation at Masseria Specula
  • Daily Yoga, twice daily on at least 3 days during the week
  • Freshly prepared Breakfast and Dinner at Masseria Specula
  • Exclusive use of the entire property at Masseria Specula 
  • Heating/AC, hairdryers, handmade soap & shampoo in every room: 

 

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:

• Your Flights!

• Excursions

• Wine/alcohol both on and off the retreat property

• Any Lunches/meals off-property

Deposit of $1000 reserves your spot. DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. Cancellations prior to January 30th 2026 will receive a refund less the $1000 deposit.  Cancellations after January 30th 2026 are non-refundable with any outstanding monies owed fully payable.   From January 1st 2026 onward full amount is required upon registration and any remaining balances are due. PARTICIPANTS ARE RESPONSIBLE TO BE ADEQUATELY INSURED, THEREFORE TRAVELER’S INSURANCE IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.  We highly recommend that all our participants secure quality travel insurance.  AIG offers Travel Guard, and Sqauremouth is an online platform that aggregates between insurers to provide competitive rates.  By submitting payment toward your retreat you agree to these terms. PLEASE PURCHASE TRAVEL INSURANCE – Unforeseen circumstances do occasionally happen and you must take responsiblity for your own circumstances.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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