Creating Alignment
In Body and Mind Retreat
Pilates and Aerial Hammock with Heart Opening Workshops
June 1-8th 2025
Join us for a transformative retreat that blends self-discovery with empowerment through movement and heart-opening practices. We will practice 3 hours of Pilates and Aerial Yoga to build strength, grace, and a deeper connection to your body. To complement the physical training, our Heart Opening: Paths to Happiness Course will guide you in reconnecting your true self, providing insights to enhance your inner peace and joy. The retreat concludes with a warming cacao ceremony, leaving you feeling open, aligned, and full of love.
Retreat Description
This retreat is designed to take you on a transformative journey of self-discovery and empowerment through movement and heart-opening practices. We will guide you in aligning your body with proper form, moving with fluidity, and cultivating a sense of grace, strength, and centeredness. Suitable for all levels, this retreat will challenge you in new and exciting ways, helping you to leave feeling stronger, more resilient, and more in tune with your body than ever before.
In addition to physical alignment, this retreat will also focus on internal harmony. Our Heart Opening: Path to Happiness Course is a transformative experience aimed at reconnecting you with your true self. Through reflective exercises and thoughtful practices, you’ll gain clarity on your personal next steps toward finding inner peace and happiness. Whether you're already content or seeking greater fulfillment, this course offers simple, effective tips to deepen your self-awareness and enrich your sense of joy.
The highlight of this course is the “Heart Opening” cacao ceremony, held on the last day of the retreat. This sacred ritual will guide you into a space of openness, love, and connection, leaving you aligned in both mind and heart.
About the Instructors
Aurora Stobbelaar
Aurora's childhood was filled with ballet, jazz, and modern dance, but her journey soon took a turn when she was diagnosed with scoliosis at age 13. Aurora discovered the benefits of Pilates for managing pain and muscle imbalances, ultimately leading her to become a certified BASI pilates teacher. Her love for aerial silks began later when she saw a mesmerizing outdoor performance. Now, Aurora is interested in combining Pilates and aerial arts practices to help improve core strength, flexibility, balance, and overall body awareness.
Aurora currently teaches Pilates at the BASI Pilates Academy of Amsterdam.
TK discovered her passion for all things fitness related through her extensive background in high-level gymnastics. Her unique teaching style emphasizes building a deeper understanding of the body and developing skills with confidence. TK's programs combine Pilates-inspired movements, various aerial practices, calisthenics, and weightlifting to help clients of all levels achieve their goals while focusing on injury prevention and mobility. She has been teaching for almost a decade and is currently teaching private lessons and group classes at Oasi Sorgente facility in Italy.
Both originally from the US, Aurora and TK met in Amsterdam while doing an aerial silks course. They became fast friends and have worked together on various performances and completed the BASI teacher training together. They love working together and continue to inspire and challenge each other's skills and artistry.
TK Paauwe-Roberts
Simone Heitinga
Simone Heitinga, from the Netherlands, creates transformative retreats and heart-opening experiences. As the founder of AERIAL TOWER in Lenggries Germany, she has been leading retreats and one-on-one sessions for over 7 years. With qualifications in Happiness Coaching, Reiki Master, crystal healing, and cacao ceremonies, Simone blends her expertise to create soulful experiences that guide participants toward greater joy and connection.
Simone was one of Aurora and TK's very first aerial instructors almost 10 years ago in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Now, they’re excited to reunite and combine their expertise to create this beautiful retreat, designed to bring alignment to both body and mind!
What to Expect?
Our retreat offers a 3 hour daily mix of training on Pilates machines and aerial hammocks. For the more adventurous, aerial sling will also be available. Private lessons on the Pilates machines and massages will be available to book throughout the week.
Alongside physical training, you’ll participate in the Happiness Course for one hour each day, complete with a workbook to help you reflect and grow. Other experiences include a welcome heart-opening ceremony, a closing cacao ceremony, and excursions to thermal baths and beautiful hilltop towns in the area. Plus, you’ll enjoy a movie night, karaoke, and plenty of free time to relax, stargaze, and lounge by the pool.
We also serve delicious, homemade vegetarian farm-to-table meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, tailored to fit any dietary restrictions. This retreat is the perfect balance of dynamic training, heart-centered connection, and leisurely relaxation.
Information
Prerequisites:
this retreat is open to all levels
Accommodation:
single beds in shared room (see accommodation section on website for more information)
Price:
Early bird Discount until
December 31st: €1630
Price €1800
Payment:
25% deposit upon signing up
The rest is due 2 weeks before the start date.
Payment plans available upon request
Price includes:
All meals, classes, transportation to and from train station and group excursions, also including planned meals out
Additional costs:
Any souvenirs, any additional snacks, drinks or gelato during excursions or spare time, flights to and from Italy, transport to local train station, and massages
Karen, USA
“I came into the retreat with very little Pilates or aerial sling experience. I also felt my abdominal were weak from a surgery earlier in the year. TK and Aurora were very clear and detailed instructors, making me feel comfortable with all the exercises and making adjustments for me when needed. The surroundings are gorgeous, hosts accommodating, and whatever I needed was always provided. Would highly recommend!"
Elske, NL
"Had an amazing time reconnecting with my body and finding relaxation. All was adjusted and accommodated to fit everyone's needs. TK and Aurora are great teachers, with lots of knowledge and patience to explain things. Looking forward to the next one!"
Simone, GER
“Fantastic retreat location! The teachers, TK & Aurora, are great, very professional and with a detailed eye for alignment. They made training fun and also interesting to dive deeper into the material. TK & Dylan were absolutely lovely hosts and the healthy meals & snacks that TK prepared for us were incredible; I can't wait to come back!”