Soul Ascension Healing Arts
Practice, learn, and share in Sicily
Yoga, healing arts and shared meals shape the days at this international retreat community in Palermo. Soul Ascension Healing Arts brings together yoga teachers, energy healers and holistic practitioners for retreats, educational programs and intensive trainings. Its home, ZenSicily, is a country house with an organic garden, eight apartments and two distinct practice spaces: an outdoor shala and an indoor shala used for yoga and workshops. Meals are freshly prepared by the Italian owners and shared in a cosy dining room, with vegan, vegetarian, organic and several allergy-aware options listed. The atmosphere is geared toward both focused learning and unhurried time outdoors, with a national park and golden beach nearby. Guests can settle into an apartment with its own kitchenette and garden patio, then join a retreat or training shaped by the specific program. For dates, schedules and meal arrangements, contact the center directly.
Highlights
- Two yoga shalas, one outdoors and one indoors for workshops
- Eight apartments with private kitchenettes and garden patios
- Freshly prepared meals shared in a cosy dining room
- An organic garden alongside a national park and nearby golden beach
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Setting
ZenSicily is a country-house retreat setting with an organic garden and a relaxed communal feel. Guests gather for meals in the cosy dining room, while an outdoor shala and an indoor practice space provide different settings for yoga and workshops. A national park and golden beach are nearby.
A typical day
The daily rhythm depends on the retreat or training, so there is no single schedule to expect. Programs bring participants together for yoga, workshops or other learning sessions, with meals shared in the dining room and time to enjoy the garden or nearby natural surroundings. Confirm the timetable with the center.
Accommodation
Eight comfortable apartments each have a kitchenette, bathroom and garden patio. Listed amenities include air conditioning in rooms, Wi-Fi, towels, housekeeping and free parking.
What to bring
Bring comfortable clothing for yoga and layers for time outdoors. Palermo averages 19.4°C annually, with warmer, drier conditions in summer and cooler, wetter weather in winter, so pack for the season.
How to get there
The address is ZEN, 90146 Palermo, PA, Italy. Use this address when planning your route and contact the center for directions suited to your arrival point.
Nearest airport: Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO) (20 km)
Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO), near Palermo, is approximately 20 km from the center. Confirm the best onward route and whether a transfer can be arranged with the center.
Nearest city: Palermo
Retreats and stays are paid, but rates are not listed here. Contact the center for prices and what each program includes.
Climate
Climate Zone: Subtropical
Best Months: Jul, Aug, Sep
Avoid: Jan, Feb, Oct
The annual average temperature is 19.4°C. June through August are the warmest months, while January, February and October tend to be wetter; July through September are typically driest.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the center follow a set daily schedule?
The rhythm varies by retreat or training. Ask the center for the timetable for your dates.
Can beginners join a retreat?
The programs serve yoga teachers, energy healers and holistic practitioners, but beginner suitability depends on the specific retreat. Check with the center before booking.
What food is served, and can dietary needs be accommodated?
Meals are freshly prepared by the Italian owners. Vegan, vegetarian, organic, gluten-free, dairy-free and nut-free options are listed; confirm your needs when arranging a stay.
How do I book an apartment or retreat?
Contact the center directly to ask about dates, availability and reservation arrangements.
What are the apartments like?
There are eight apartments, each with a kitchenette, bathroom and garden patio. Ask the center what is included for your dates.
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