TRANSFORMATIVE JOURNEY   

July 10-31 2026     Assisi, Italy

An inner journey of creative awakening; a glorious retreat in beautiful Italy to nourish your soul & spirit. 

In the Umbrian hills above Assisi, Italy you will find a magical place…

       Where Art and Spirit conjoin

Here all of the arts—including movement, dance, music, theater and improv, painting, clay, collage, and poetry, serve as vehicles of inner transformation and spiritual awakening.  Spiritual tools of yoga, energization, meditation, chanting, affirmation and visualization uplift and inspire.

Experience the sweet life of Italy; the fabulous food, vibrant culture, glorious natural and artistic beauty. Absorb the powerful spiritual vibrations felt in the sacred sites of St. Francis of Assisi, and the Ananda Center—Europe’s premiere Yoga and Meditation Retreat. Exult in newfound expressive freedom, unfurling your innate creative radiance in our spacious studio retreat center.

A UNIQUE SYNERGY

CREATIVE AWAKENING 

unfurls the radiance of your Being.  Unleash your creative voice and vision in hands-on studio exploration- lovingly guided by a pioneering leader in Art & Consciousness.  Three immersive courses lead you on a journey of self-discovery unfolding through modalities of paint, clay, pastel, poetry, music and dance, singing, sound and movement. Experience inner transformations that ignite your genius and give you the courage to shine your light. Live a radiance that changes your world.

BEAUTY and SWEETNESS

feed your spirit and nourish your soul in an environment of peace, harmony and beauty. Enjoy renowned art, culture and cuisine in the heart of Italy — ‘la dolce vita’ in heart opening ‘belle Italia’. Drink in the kindness you find in the adjacent intentional yoga community and meditation retreat.  Learn healing practices of gentle yoga, chanting, meditation, affirmation and visualization that restore your connection to the Divine within you

ADVENTURE, DISCOVERY and FRIENDSHIP

Explore the town of Assisi, the sacred hermitage of St. Francis Enjoy a swim in the nearby pool and waterfall and in the luxurious pool and spa at San Biago. Meet friends from many countries at the Ananda Café across the street and discover lasting, deep friendship in your intimate group of adventurous spirits. 

Application

Join the waiting list and we’ll send you the details before registration opens.  Because the program is limited to an intimate group and involves a profound process there is an application process.

Certification

You will receive a certificate for your completion of the Transformative Journey.

Transformative Arts expands your mind, your heart and your world.  And, if you choose, it serves as the foundation for a life changing work.  Learn more about becoming a certified Transformative Arts Facilitator: info@awakeningartsacademy.com