Abundance is not measured by how much we own, but by how deeply we experience life as it unfolds. It is the recognition that we already have everything we need — awareness, connection, and the ability to cultivate love and compassion. 

For us, abundance is not about accumulation, but about presence.

The fall season reminds us of this truth. It’s the season of harvest - gathering what has grown through summer, celebrating the fruits of our labor throughout the year and preparing to carry the nourishment into the darker months ahead. 

To harvest means not only to collect but also to honor the cycles of giving and receiving, of effort and rest, of expansion and release.

At Fields of Abundance, we come together to practice yoga as a ritual of remembering. 

Through a disciplined, daily sadhana (spiritual practice), we learn that true wealth lies in awareness: experiencing a steady breath, the discipline of showing up day by day, the joy of chanting together, the spaciousness that opens up after movement.

Our founder Sheila teams up with Christina from TRBY Yoga Vienna for a week of rituals, reflection and togetherness. 

We begin our mornings in mauna (noble silence), enjoying tea, a morning stroll or journaling. Sheila or Christina will be guiding an extended Jivamukti Yoga class with meditation, pranayama, chanting, study of scriptures and asana. Expect intelligent and creative sequencing, in-depth explanations for intermediate/advanced asanas and lots of playtime on the mat. 

The afternoons are dedicated to either slower-paced practices like Yin Yoga and Yoga Nidra or to workshops using props and including partner work- think inversions like handstands or backbends like Drop Backs. Some evenings, we gather for rituals of togetherness, connecting to the abundance of sound through kirtan (mantra chanting) and rituals.

Our vegan chef will be offering nourishing, homemade meals with mostly regional and seasonal products suited for the demands of the practice.

When you’re not practicing, enjoy the late summer sun on the lavish terrace of the villa, take walks around the countryside, explore nearby villages, read in one of the living rooms or take a massage with our experienced bodywork therapists. 

Staying in Villa Pravernara

Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Piemonte, Villa Pravernara provides the perfect setting to bask in the late-spring Italian sun. Surrounded by nature and the beauty of the Italian countryside, you’ll have the space to unwind, reflect, and connect deeply with yourself and your practice.

The villa is a blend of history and modern simplicity. The room’s walls are adorned with beautiful old paintings while the minimal, contemporary interior creates a calm and spacious vibe. You can choose between single, double or triple rooms with shared or ensuite bathrooms.

Our large communal spaces are designed for connection, making it easy to gather with fellow retreat participants as well as finding moments of solitude.The indoor and outdoor yoga shalas provide the perfect settings for practice.

This retreat is an invitation to align with the season’s wisdom.

Harvesting the insights of your practice, establishing rituals that support your path and rooting yourself in community. Together, we step into the fields of abundance - within and around us - and carry their nourishment into our lives.

About Christina:

Christina Bruns is an 800-hour certified Jivamukti Yoga teacher and the founder of TRBY Vienna. For her, yoga is more than a practice – it is a way of life. Christina loves exploring life with curiosity, meeting people, and discovering new perspectives.

With the openness of a lifelong learner and a touch of humor, she inspires others to bring body, mind, and heart into harmony. With her warm and welcoming nature, she creates spaces where Yoga becomes a profound and personal experience.

About Sheila:

Sheila is an Advanced Certified Jivamukti Yoga teacher and founder of Villa Pravernara. Sheila always teaches from what she experiences in her own daily practice. For her, the physical asana practice is a gateway to explore the depths of having a human experience. She strongly believes the practices of yoga to be a transformative tool to cultivate awareness and compassion towards ourselves, others and our planet.

Expect a dynamic and invigorating practice, intelligent sequencing paired with a carefully selected soundtrack. Continuing to be a dedicated student herself, Sheila passionately studies and practices all facets of yoga.

Retreat includes

6 nights at Villa Pravernara

2 nourishing, homemade vegan meals a day, 1 snack

water, tea, coffee (mornings)

extended morning yoga classes, meditation, pranayama, chanting

afternoon workshops

opening + closing ceremonies

evening kirtan, Yoga Nidra, sharing circles, rituals

1 excursion

Not included

train or flights to Milan / Genoa

transfer to Villa Pravernara

optional workshops (i.e. creative workshops)

massages

travel insurance (recommended)