
Contrology Retreat
2026 Florence
May 9 - 16, 2026

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Joe Pilates' health philosophy encompassed so much more than exercise. Fresh air, sunshine, nutrition, dry brushing, ergonomic furniture: he knew health is a holistic endeavor.
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Every summer and many weekends, he would escape his New York apartment to find respite at his cottage in the Berkshires, saying, "I couldn't stay alive if every weekend I didn't go to the country." It was essential for his health.
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Voltage's Joe-approved retreats are designed to offer the perfect balance of restoration and adventure.

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7 nights in a beautiful 4-star boutique hotel (Read the Elle Decor article here)​
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Private room with en-suite bathroom in the House (limited availability) or your own luxe hotel room with a King-sized bed in the main hotel. Double occupancy in the hotel will receive a larger room with the option of one super-king bed or two twin beds.
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Enjoy the peace of a non-touristy neighborhood while being just a 15 minute walk away from the city's main cultural attractions
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Hang out at The House, a private, luxe full home on the property
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Return to Life Intensive
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Daily Pilates mat class
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Study the instructions, breath, and transitions of the heart of Joe's work
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Learn the context and history of Joe's most well known publication
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Explore Florence
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The capital of Tuscany and center for arts and culture
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Daily catered brunch and dinner*
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Enjoy healthy, whole food, plant-forward nutrition
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Make the most of our beautiful location and enjoy your contrology companions with meals on both our beautiful outdoor dining terrace at The House and in the stylish on-site restaurant
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A Day Excursion to Cinque Terre
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An easy train ride (2.5 h) take us on a day trip to gorgeous Cinque Terre, a picturesque hill city overlooking the sea
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Follow in the footsteps of poets such as Lord Byron and hike the pedestrian-only paths between the beautiful villages
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Hiking in Fiesole
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A 15-minute train takes us to the hillside town overlooking Florence
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Explore the rich history of Fiesole, from Etruscan-Roman settlements to the country retreats of the 19th C aristocracy
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Meander the 3 mile Stonemasons and Leonardo Trail​​​
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$5250
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*$950 double occupancy fee
Not Included:
Flights to and from Florence
*Personal expenses such as dinner out in Cinque Terre
Travel insurance
Passport
Tips
Sea and Sun
A collage of moments from the last 4 Contrology Retreats.
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Reserve your
room by calling/texting Lindsey
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812-350-1009
Retreat Agreements
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Payment Schedule
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$500 deposit due upon registration
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$500 due January 15 with confirmation*
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50% balance due March 1, 2026
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50% balance due May 1, 2026
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Cash/Check/Zelle Payment Discount
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$100 discount off the final payment when paying with a method that does not charge me a transaction fee- you get the savings!
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T&C
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All payments are non-refundable
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Registration deposit is an agreement to make the scheduled payments
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*A minimum number of participants is required to make this financially feasible. If we do not meet that minimum, you will instead be refunded your registration January 15
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Our Florentine Adventure
From the gorgeous, artsy Hoxton, where where we will establish base camp, to the colorful hills of Cinque Terre....
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The Hoxton Florence

The Hoxton Florence

Cinque Terre

The Hoxton Florence