ProPilates Retreats
This is how it all started…
Seventeen years ago, as a newcomer to Fort Lauderdale from Istanbul, Ela sought out the best Pilates instructor in town. The unanimous recommendation led her to Tonka Cascais, the esteemed owner of ProPilates, marking the beginning of a beautiful journey.
Their relationship began when Ela joined ProPilates as a client, which soon evolved as she discovered the transformative power of Pilates through the ProPilates teacher training course, eventually becoming a certified instructor herself. While Ela’s career in real estate became a primary focus, her cherished friendship with Tonka continued to thrive.
Their cultural backgrounds further enrich a deep-rooted connection—Tonka hailing from Bulgaria and Ela from Turkey—and a shared commitment to wellness and holistic movement.
Now, Tonka and Ela are delighted to reunite, combining passions and expertise to present an incredible ProPilates retreat experience in some of the most exclusive locations in the world.
Our luxurious, one-of-a-kind retreats are crafted to nurture both body and soul. Guests will indulge in daily Pilates sessions, savor meals made with locally sourced ingredients, explore picturesque locations, and experience the captivating charm of the world’s ancient cultures.
Whether you’re seeking personal renewal, meaningful connections, or simply a serene escape, we invite you to join us for this unforgettable experience. Together, let’s embrace the beauty of movement, culture, and the extraordinary landscape.
We can’t wait to welcome you!
We’re thrilled to introduce ProPilates Retreats to our incredible community – A new chapter in our wellness journey, designed to take your practice beyond the studio and into the heart of nature and culture.
Our signature retreat experience blends mindful movement with the beauty and richness of travel. Imagine daily ProPilates sessions surrounded by olive groves, nourishing meals crafted from local ingredients, and the time and space to reconnect with yourself—all in a serene, hand-picked setting.
Our first destination? Tuscany, Italy.
Join us for an unforgettable 5-night retreat this fall in the rolling hills of the Mugello Valley: limited spaces, unlimited inspiration.
Let this be the beginning of something beautiful for your body, mind, and spirit.
Tuscany ProPilates Retreat
September 25 – October 1, 2025
A private Olive Estate at Mugello Valley – Tuscany, Italy
Reawaken Your Body & Soul in the Heart of Tuscany
Join us for an unforgettable 6-day, 5-night escape to a historic olive estate in the rolling hills of Tuscany. Reconnect with your body through daily ProPilates sessions, nourish yourself with farm-to-table cuisine, and explore the timeless beauty of Italy’s cultural treasures.
$4,995.00 – Single Occupancy
$3,995.00 – Double Occupancy
What’s included:
(Everything but airfare)
- 5 nights at Private Olive Oil Estate in Mugello Valley
- Daily Pilates Group Sessions Surrounded by Olive Groves
- Private Pilates Session with Tonka or Ela
- All Meals Included – Tuscan Breakfast, Gourmet Lunches, and Light Dinners
- Olive Oil Tasting & Cooking Class
- Wine Tasting at Local Winery
- Bike Tour & Picnic with Private Chef
- Guided Day Trip to Florence with Lunch at Florentine Osteria
- Trip to Borgo San Lorenzo – a Picturesque Medieval Village in the Heart of Tuscany, with Lunch at a Traditional Trattoria
- Private Driver for all Excursions and Transfers
- Welcome Gift
- Access to Pool, Walking Trails, and Spa Services
A Retreat Designed to Restore, Inspire & Delight
- Small group experience (limited availability)
- Led by Master Pilates instructors
- Ideal for all levels – from beginners to experienced movers
Space is limited to 12 guests.
For booking and more info: ClientCare@propilates.com
Tuscany ProPilates Retreat Itinerary
We have thoughtfully crafted this itinerary to help you connect, unwind, and create unforgettable memories. That said, we love leaving room for spontaneity – so don’t be surprised if we add a little magic along the way. After all, we are in Italy…and sometimes the best moments are the ones you don’t plan for.
SEPTEMBER 25, WE FLY TO FLORENCE
SEPTEMBER 26 FRIDAY
ARRIVAL IN FLORENCE + PRIVATE TRANSFER TO MUGELLO VALLEY
WELCOME INTRO
TEA, JUICES + SNACKS
5:30 PM – WALK IN THE TUSCANY HILLS
6:30 PM GUIDED MEDITATION/BREATHWORK/RESET WITH TONKA TO OFFSET JETLAG
7:30 PM DINNER AT OUR BEAUTIFUL HOTEL, UNDER THE TUSCAN HILLS BY A PRIVATE CHEF
SEPTEMBER 27 SATURDAY
8:00 AM – GUIDED MEDITATION + BREATHWORK/NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET TO RELEASE STRESS
9:00 AM – BREAKFAST / DETOX TEA AND JUICES
10:00 AM – MORNING PILATES ON THE PANOROMIC TERRACE
10:15 AM – JUICES, TEA, & SNACKS AT THE TERRACE WILL BE SERVED
12:00 NOON – LEAVING FOR MEDIVAL TOWN FOR A FARM TO TABLE LUNCH AND SPENDING TIME AT THE BEAUTIFUL, PICTURE-PERFECT VILLAGE BORGO SAN LORENZO
3:30 PM – VISIT TO LOCAL WINERY FOR A WINE TASTING
5:30 PM – RETURN TO HOTEL / OLIVE OIL TESTING FROM A LOCAL PRODUCER
7:30 PM – RELAXED DINNER AT THE VILLA
SEPTEMBER 28 SUNDAY
8:00 AM – GUIDED MEDITATION + BREATHWORK NERVOUS SYSTEM OPTIMIZATION
9:00 AM – BREAKFAST / DETOX TEAS & JUICES
10:00 AM – MORNING PILATES ON THE PANOROMIC TERRACE
10:15 AM – JUICES, TEA & SNACKS AT THE TERRACE WILL BE SERVED
12:00 NOON- BIKE TOUR & PICNIC: EFFORTLESS CYCLING THROUGH SCENIC VILLAGES, FARMLANDS, AND PANORAMIC SPOTS. MEET WITH PRIVATE CHEF ON THE TUSCANY HILLS SURROUNDED BY OLIVE GROVES & FOREST TRAILS
5:30 PM – RETURN TO THE VILLA
7:30 PM – COZY DINNER AT OUR BEAUTIFUL HOTEL WITH REGIONAL FLAVORS
SEPTEMBER 29 / MONDAY
8:00 AM – GUIDED MEDITATION + BREATHWORK/ NEURO & BODY SYNC
8:45 AM – BREAKFAST / DETOX TEAS & JUICES
9:15 AM – PRIVATE SESSIONS WITH ELA OR TONKA AS WELL AS LEISURE (POOL, TRAILS, OR SPA SERVICES)
12:15 PM – BREAK FOR LUNCH
2:15 PM – LEISURE TIME
3:30 PM – JOIN A LOCAL GUIDE & TRUFFLE DOG FOR A HUNT IN THE FOREST
7:30 PM – PRIVATE COOKING CLASS EXPERIENCE/ LEARNING HOMEMADE PASTA WITH OUR TRUFFLE
SEPTEMBER 30 / TUESDAY
8:00 AM – GUIDED MEDITATION + BREATHWORK/ NEUROLOGICAL RESET
9:00 AM – BREAKFAST / DETOX TEAS & JUICES
10:00 AM – MORNING PILATES UNDER THE TUSCANY HILLS
11:30 AM – REST AND CONNECT
12:00 NOON – PRIVATE TRANSFER TO FLORENCE FOR A CURATED DAY OF ART, SHOPPING, AND HIDDEN GEMS
2:00 PM: LUNCH AT HISTORIC FLORENTINE OSTERIA
5:00 PM – PRIVATE TRANSFER BACK
6:30 PM – SUNSET WALK AT THE HILLS
7:30 – FAREWELL FEAST / CELEBRATORY LONG TABLE DINNER WITH MUSIC
OCTOBER 1 / WEDNESDAY
8:00 AM – GUIDED MEDITATION + BREATHWORK/ NEUROLOGICAL RESET
9:00 AM – BREAKFAST / DETOX TEAS & JUICES
10:00 AM – MORNING PILATES ON THE PANOROMIC TERRACE
11:00 AM – GOODBYE/CLOSING CEREMONY
TRAVEL BACK HOME:
PRIVATE TRANSFER TO AIRPORT
For booking and more info: ClientCare@propilates.com