An Italian Retreat to Castello di Gabbiano
5th October- 9th October 2008
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Once upon a time, there were a number of different women, all of whom had spent years being busy, important and carrying lots of responsibility. Some were business women, some were mothers, some were both, some were single, some were married some happy, some unhappy.
All of them felt that however fulfilling their lives had been, the time had come to do something different and this time for themselves. The day dawned when each of them woke up and asked herself “what is next for me?”
The women recognised that they needed to make some space in their busy lives and give themselves the opportunity to reflect on what it was that really mattered to them and what changes they wanted to make; to examine their individual situations and to make some plans.
They all wanted to make the most of what their future held and indeed, as far as possible, decide what they would wish their future to be. They puzzled how they were to fulfil their wishes. Then, by happy chance, they heard about a wonderful retreat set in an idyllic old castle high up in the Tuscan hills and it was called ‘What Next for Me?
There in the heart of Tuscany the women were able to discover their own way forward, each one to find her own focus and redefine herself. They relished the harmony they found in each others’ company and the fun of sharing their new experiences with the other women.
At the end of the story the women returned home from the castle having spent their time together sharing and laughing, collaborating and growing stronger, while developing exciting new skills and techniques to help them make positive changes in their physical and emotional selves.
Each one of them had gained insight into herself, her values and her vision of where she wanted to go and how she wanted her future to be. They all left ready to face the next chapter in their lives feeling confident, empowered and inspired...
Join us for the ‘What is Next for Me’ retreat on 5th – 9th October 2008 at the lovely 12th century Castello di Gabbiano. You too can turn your dreams into reality and make your wishes come true, take control of your present and plan your future to achieve your goals, become the confident, happy, fulfilled woman you want to be.
The ‘What is Next for Me?’ programme includes work on:
The Retreat Programme is led by Gilly Hollis and Linda Moseley, internationally renowned women with years of expertise in women’s development.
Gilly Hollis
Following her specialist training in voice work at the Central School of Speech and Drama, Gilly developed her expertise in the effective use of the voice and of non-verbal communication through wide experience of training individuals and groups in all aspects of communication.
Gilly's understanding of communication has also led her to develop and deliver a variety of courses in subjects related to effective interpersonal skills including: assertiveness, stress management; confidence building and development of high self-esteem. Gilly is also a specialist in the communication issues especially affecting women’s development and has run a number of women only programmes that she has designed and developed.
As well as her degree in Drama and Education, Gilly has an advanced diploma in therapeutic counselling, qualified as an administrator of the Myers Briggs Type Indicating psychometric testing tool, is a certified NLP practitioner and is a qualified high performance coach. She is well known for the lively, warm and stimulating manner in which she facilitates her clients' learning and development.
Linda Moseley:
Linda has spent over twenty years in the high performance sports coaching industry. She is now at the forefront of energy management - how the thoughts affect the body, impact on energy levels, emotions and behaviours. She has studied in America and in Europe with the leading proponent of Core Dynamic’s Coaching and has subsequently developed her own highly successful programmes in mind, body and emotional management. Linda is now a recognised expert and trainer of trainers.
Linda works with a wide range of clients, from international racing drivers, to the leadership teams of blue chip companies, senior executives and entrepreneurs. She is passionate about the work she does, especially for women, which focuses in on the feminine energy. She has designed and run a number of international retreats for women.
Her work has immediate impact and allows clients to enhance their personal presence, and gravitas, whilst learning how to optimise their energy management. She is recognised for her ability to inspire people to rise to the challenge of making powerful changes whilst having fun.
We can accommodate twelve delegates on this the 2008 retreat.
Prices range from £1,650 - £1,900 per delegate (the programme cost varies according to the room you have.)
All accommodation is in the castle – choose from:
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Junior 1 @ £1650 |
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Standard 3 @ £1690 |
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Superior 5 @ £1780 |
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Suite 1 @ £1900 |
The retreat price includes
To see further details on Castello di Gabbiano http://www.gabbiano.com/gabbiano/section/visit.html
How to book:
Call Linda Moseley – 01628 825 855 or Mobile – 07880 713 429
Booking terms:
50% non refundable deposit to reserve your place.
Balance to be paid by 1st September 2008.
Travel arrangements:
Get to Castello di Gabbiano – fly from England to Pisa or Florence.
Transport to the Castello di Gabbiano will be arranged for you.