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Fri, Aug 21Dance To Live AcademyThe Danced Breath is more than a dance program. It is a transformative experience that blends movement, awareness and self-exploration.
The Danced Breath
International Tuscany Retreat | Livorno
More than a simple dance program: a transformative international journey where movement meets self-exploration, art, and culture.
Dance Among Worlds (The Intercultural Soul)
A powerful intercultural bridge connecting traditions and peole from all over the globe. In this experience, diverse geographical backgrounds become a shared wealth, dance becomes the universal language for communication, understanding, and recognizing one another, beyond all borders.
A dialogue between multiple disciplines in a single integrated approach.
The program features 50 hours of intensive training that seamlessly blends four essential pillars of well-being and expression:
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Dance Movement Therapy: To give voice to your emotions, regulate the nervous system, stimulate the somatic, emotional, and cognitive areas, reduce stress, and increase body awareness and self-acceptance.
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Music Therapy & Sound Work: To promote internal relaxation through breathing, vocalization, vibrational massage, and attunement.
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Body Percussion & Drum Circles: To connect with pure rhythm, mobilize through ritual, create community, and release joyful energy.
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Theoretical references in Educational Psychology, Physiology/Anatomy, and History of the Arts: To provide a solid theoretical and methodological structure for your personal or professional growth.
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🗣️ Global Travelers Note: Our international team speaks English, Italian, French, and Arabic!
ABOUT THE RETREAT
Immerse Yourself in Art, Nature, and Rebirth
The retreat’s home base is Livorno, a charming coastal town in Tuscany. Here, your educational and somatic journey perfectly blends with the warmth and energy of an authentic Italian summer holiday.
What you will experience during our days together:
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Movement & Breath in Nature: Intensive sessions in the pristine and stunning Chianti countryside, along with meditative dance sessions on the beach at sunrise or sunset.
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The Beauty of Italian Art: Guided cultural excursions and embodied art exploration in the historic city centers of Florence, Venice, and Pisa, plus a dedicated visit to the Mimbelli/Fattori Museum in Livorno.
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Authentic Tuscan Vibe: Sun-kissed beaches, sea, participation in local summer events, and the discovery of delicious traditional Italian cuisine.
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Stress-Free Stay: Affordable accommodation options in selected Bed & Breakfasts managed directly by our staff (such as Casa Julka or Casa Lo Scoglio Della Ballerina).
CHOOSE YOUR FORMAT:
PICK & CHOOSE
Flexible Packages Tailored to Your Schedule
We know that everyone has different needs, and time availability. That is why the 3rd edition of The Danced Breath is 100% customizable. Choose the perfect path for your calendar:
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1. THE CORE INTENSIVE (7 Days): Focus 100% on the 50-hour Professional Workshop (training, nature, sea, and local excursions). Earn your international certificate while optimizing your time, without wasting a single working day.
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2. THE GRAND TOUR (11 Days): The complete dream package to experience the ultimate study holiday. It includes the entire professional training plus group travel, tourism, and artistic experiences in the art capitals: Florence, Pisa and Venice.
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3. THE PICK & FOCUS MODULE (3-4 Days): The ultimate flexible formula for those with limited time or budget. Choose a consecutive block of 3 or 4 days within the schedule based on the topic you're interested in:
📥 Our team will support you step-by-step with package selection, custom pricing calculations, B&B bookings, and official invitation letters for your Visa application.
BENEFITS OF THE RETREAT
An investment for your profession, a gift for your soul
Whether you are a professional in the field (therapist, educator, teacher, psychologist, dancer) or someone seeking deep personal renewal, this retreat offers you unique tools:
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Global Perspective: The opportunity to live, exchange, and collaborate within an intercultural and multilingual community of people with diverse professional backgrounds, yet united by the same needs.
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New Professional Skills: Acquire a comprehensive toolkit of somatic, and art therapy approaches to integrate immediately into your daily practice.
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Unleashed Creativity: Discover new interconnections solutions and artistic synthesis born from the cross-pollination of different arts and cultures.
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Well-being & Burnout Prevention: A safe, welcoming, and fun space to unplug, recharge, and make lifelong friendships.
🎓 Professional Recognition: The program awards a 50-hour certified training certificate valid as part of the 2-year International Master program by the Dance To Live Academy.
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Visit Italy!
Florence
A birthplace of the Renaissance. Discover a legacy of art, architecture, and design.
Immerse yourself in the cradle of the Renaissance in Florence. Wander the city's piazzas, like the Piazza della Signoria, lined with statues and palaces that whisper of Medici rule. Marvel at Michelangelo's awe-inspiring sculptures in the Accademia Gallery, including his iconic David. Step back in time at the Uffizi Gallery, where Renaissance masterpieces by Da Vinci, Botticelli, and Raphael hang on gilded walls. Don't miss the Duomo, a architectural marvel with Brunelleschi's famous dome. Florence is a feast for the senses, a city where history and art come alive on every street corner.
Pisa
Beyond the Leaning Tower, a city to discover.
Pisa, a charming Tuscan town, is best known for its iconic Leaning Tower. But beyond the Piazza dei Miracoli, Pisa offers a vibrant atmosphere with a medieval core. Wander cobbled streets lined with colorful buildings, visit the stunning Duomo, or stroll along the Arno River.
Venice
Feel the magic of a floating city, where every turn unveils a masterpiece.
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Venice is a truly unique and magical city, unlike anywhere else in the world. Built on over 100 small islands in a lagoon in the Adriatic Sea, it has no roads, just canals – including the Grand Canal, the main waterway – lined with Renaissance and Gothic palaces. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it's easy to see why.
Livorno
Immerse yourself in the world of the Macchiaioli!
Livorno is every art lover's dream! Explore the city's connection to the Macchiaioli movement and Amedeo Modigliani. Visit the museum of his hometown and admire the works of the Macchiaioli at the Civic Museum.
Don't miss the enchanting Venice neighborhood and the breathtaking views from the Terrazza Mascagni.
Enjoy fresh fish and local delicacies at the central market.
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Location of Indoor Sessions
STDanza
Where passion meets movement
ST Danza is a Dance and Movement Training Center that is carrying out important work in Livorno for professional training and education in body disciplines. For years he has collaborated with the Associazione Compagnia DanzArte and is a Partner of Dance To Live® Italy.
Located on the city's seafront, the structure includes 3 dance rooms, rest and refreshment rooms, study room, guesthouse, for more than 800 square meters available to those who love dance.
How to get to Livorno
by Train:
It is possible to reach Livorno by train from several Italian cities, including Pisa, Florence, Rome and Milan. The duration of the journey varies depending on the city of departure and the type of train used.
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From Pisa: The fastest train takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Trains depart from Pisa Centrale station and arrive at Livorno Centrale station.
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From Florence: The fastest train takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. Trains depart from the Florence Santa Maria Novella station and arrive at the Livorno Centrale station.
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From Rome: The fastest train takes about 3 hours. Trains depart from Roma Termini station and arrive at Livorno Centrale station.
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From Milan: The fastest train takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. Trains depart from Milano Centrale station and arrive at Livorno Centrale station.
For information on ticket prices and train timetables, consult the Trenitalia website (https://help.raileurope.com/article/43563-italian-regional-train-mandatory-check-in]).
by Bus:
You can reach Livorno by bus from several Italian cities, including Pisa, Florence, Rome and Milan. The duration of the journey varies depending on the city of departure and the bus company used.
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From Pisa: The fastest bus takes about 30 minutes. Buses leave from Pisa Centrale station and arrive at Livorno Centrale station.
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From Florence: The fastest bus takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. The buses leave from the Florence Santa Maria Novella station and arrive at the Livorno Centrale station.
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From Rome: The fastest bus takes about 5 hours. Buses leave from Roma Tiburtina station and arrive at Livorno Centrale station.
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From Milan: The fastest bus takes about 6 hours. Buses leave from Milano Centrale station and arrive at Livorno Centrale station.
For information on ticket prices and bus timetables, consult the FlixBus website (https://www.flixbus.it/).
by Plane:
The closest airport to Livorno is Pisa Galileo Galilei airport (PSA). The airport is located about 20 km from Livorno and is connected to the city by buses, trains and taxis.
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From Pisa airport: The fastest bus takes about 30 minutes. Buses leave from the airport and arrive at Livorno Centrale station. The taxi takes about 20 minutes.
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From other airports: It is possible to reach Livorno by plane from other Italian airports, such as Rome Fiumicino (FCO) and Milan Malpensa (MXP). However, the trip will require a combination of flight and train or bus.
For information on flights and ticket prices, see the Skyscanner website (https://www.skyscanner.com/).
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Dance To Live Academy
Via Strozzi, 40 - Livorno - Italy
+39 338 879 8122
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