MovNat Foundations Retreat: Cagliari, Sardinia
This retreat in beautiful Cagliari, Sardinia (Italy) is a rare opportunity to learn the fundamentals of Natural Movement® while moving through beautiful landscapes and is a perfect Natural Movement® fitness experience for beginners.
Join us for the FIRST EVER MovNat Retreat in Europe!
September 29 – October 1
Description
We believe Natural Movement® is more than a fitness practice. It’s a way of life. We also believe it’s the best way to strengthen you mentally and physically, that the best learning and growth happens through experience (i.e. outside of your comfort zone), and that Nature is one of our greatest teachers.
If you want to improve your fitness and Natural Movement abilities, please join us at this special retreat, where you’ll safely explore the MovNat Foundations curriculum under the tutelage of some of the world’s greatest movement coaches. Make unforgettable memories, doing things you never thought you could, at this one-of-a-kind experience designed to positively impact your life through Natural Movement®.
We will be out in nature most of the day, in the heart of the Sardinia capital of Cagliari, learning the foundations of Natural Movement®, fully in context in an outdoor environment. Basic yet challenging, mindful movements will be emphasized, with amazing benefits for overall fitness, mobility and conditioning.
What to Expect at a MovNat Retreat
Foundations Techniques Covered To Help You Become a Capable, Confident Mover
During the three days of the course, you will learn dozens of basic Natural Movement techniques, such as:
- Ground Movement (lying, rolling, crawling, sitting, kneeling and get-ups)
- Gait Movement (walking and balancing variations, technical stepping, running)
- Airborne Movement (basic jumping and vaulting techniques)
- Climbing Movement (specifically on narrow vertical and horizontal surfaces)
- Manipulative Movement (e.g. lifting, carrying, throwing, catching, etc.)
Who Is This Retreat For?
We designed the MovNat Foundations retreat with beginners in mind, but we adapt it to whoever participates.
This retreat is open to everyone no matter your age, fitness level, or current movement abilities. We will be focusing on rebuilding basic movement patterns, using MovNat’s “from the ground up” approach. The level of difficulty will be scaled for each person’s ability. So, this retreat is definitely beginner friendly, and you will never be pushed to do anything too hard, unsafe, or that you’re uncomfortable with. But you will be challenged!
You will also receive teaching and coaching in Movement Efficiency Principles (e.g. including breathing technique) and General Practice Efficiency principles to help you get the most out of your MovNat practice.
We will make sure you also have time to enjoy Cagliari. Discover this beautiful part of southern Europe, including the nightlife, historical sites, and extraordinary beaches.
This retreat is an ideal opportunity to get a full dose of the essence of MovNat, without the “pressure” of passing required tests that are part of our MovNat Level 1 Certification. Additionally, if achieving MovNat certifications IS among your personal or professional goals, this Foundations Retreat is a great starting point for that journey!
Location
Schedule
- Thursday: Participants will connect on the evening of Thursday, September 28th to enjoy a welcome dinner (specific restaurant location is to be determined). Your Instructor(s) will give a brief description of the days to follow.
- Friday: 9am – 4pm: Everyone will meet at 9am at the Monte Claro Park, Friday, September 29th to begin the three FULL days of movement (September 29 – October 1, 2023). The MovNat instruction will end at 4pm so that you have time to enjoy this beautiful vacation spot!
- Saturday: 9am – 4pm
- Sunday: 9am – 4pm
You can expect up to six hours of professional instruction per day (e.g. 5 hours of movement instruction and 1 hour of lecture), split between morning and afternoon sessions. Every session will first cover fundamental movement techniques and variations with a great emphasis on mindfulness, breath, position, stability, and relaxation. MovNat Master Instructor, Jerome Rattoni, will emphasize practical, mindful movement and progressive, safe skill acquisition.
What To Bring
- Comfortable clothing for moving in the outdoors (e.g. shorts, T-shirts, etc.)
- Hat
- Minimal shoes
- Sun lotion
- Snacks and Fluids
- A small notebook and a pen or pencil.
Additional Information
Transportation, lodging and food will be up to the participants, and is NOT included in the price. All participants will be connected with each other and the MovNat team via a WhatsApp messaging group, approximately one month prior to the event.
Participants can fly into the Cagliari International Airport Elmas (CAG), in Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy. Participants are responsible for transportation from the airport to their accommodation.
Language: This course will be taught in English.
Refund & Transfer Policy: Due to the large quantity of courses scheduled, MovNat does not accommodate requests for refunds. However, we accommodate transfer requests, subject to limitations (see Terms and Conditions for details).
Questions?
If you have any questions about this event – schedule a free call with Jerome!
