A mountain journey dedicated to the art of pottery and deep relaxation.
We are opening the doors of Pineta Nature Resort, our cozy pottery sanctuary nestled among the majestic Dolomites. Here, surrounded by some of the world’s most breathtaking mountain views, we invite you to immerse yourself fully: in nature, in silence, and in the creation of your own pottery on the wheel.
You will learn to bring elegant teacups and bowls to life while deeply connecting with the quietude of nature and rediscovering your inner peace.
Our Place, Your Mountains
Located in Val di Non, among the spectacular peaks of the Dolomites, Pineta Nature Resort provides the perfect backdrop for this exclusive pottery weekend. We offer you a rare opportunity to escape the noise of daily life, relax profoundly, and master the potter’s wheel.
The impressive mountains and their timeless beauty are our inspiration, offering an ideal setting for deep reflection and creative exploration. The Dolomites, in Northern Italy, invite us to slow down, breathe deeply, and feel the pulse of the earth. The mountain’s stillness is a balm for the mind, allowing you to tune into your deepest wisdom and creativity. Our natural environment is the perfect place for self-discovery and inspiration.
A Program of Deep Relaxation
We’re offering more than just a pottery course – it’s a true rejuvenating break. This weekend retreat includes access to our SPA with a traditional sauna to detox and find tranquility.
Furthermore, we will guide you through sessions of Gentle Yoga and Yoga Nidra to help you relax and center yourself before your wheel work, ensuring the perfect environment to regain balance.
Your Handmade Pottery
Have you ever wanted to learn how to make your own pottery on the wheel? With us, you’ll learn the entire process: from centering the clay to trimming the final piece. Together, we will beautifully glaze your pieces and fire them for you to take home.
You will return home not only with unique objects but also with the practical skills to continue creating successfully.
You can choose to create:
- Teacups – For your moments of quiet reflection.
- Espresso Cups – A personal set for your morning ritual.
- Cacao Cups – Perfect for a cacao ceremony.
- Unique Bowls – A lasting and special memory of your journey.
In Collaboration with our Host: Elizabeth Evans
We are thrilled to collaborate with renowned ceramic artist, teacher, and life coach, Elizabeth Evans.
As Elizabeth says: “I’m honored to lead this ceramic retreat and to hold sacred space for women here in Trentino. Come and be nourished, back to center, back to self, high up in the misty mountains. This is an experience of revitalization and transformation, the entire process of ‘prima materia’ from earth to beauty and unique ceramic pieces to take home. With the Spa, Yoga Nidra, and Somatic Practice you will be guided into deep relaxation, coming back to your own essence. Join me for pottery above the clouds! We look forward to welcoming you!”
Your Weekend Program
Day One:
- We begin with Gentle Yoga and a short meditation to calm mind and body.
- The Pottery Course starts: the entire process of making cups and bowls, with a break for lunch.
- We conclude the day with a deeply relaxing Yoga Nidra session.
Day Two:
- After our yoga session, the morning is dedicated to further wheel practice.
- After lunch, the pottery pieces go through an intense drying process before the first firing. While this happens, you will spend an incredible afternoon in our wellness center, enjoying the sauna and pool in deep relaxation.
- Pieces are “bisque” fired overnight.
Day Three:
- Following our morning yoga session, we begin our glazing workshop: you will learn different glaze application and firing techniques.
- The afternoon is free, to be spent in the wellness center or exploring the stunning surrounding mountains with forest walks.
- Yoga Nidra concludes our weekend.
- Glaze firing takes place overnight.
Final Morning:
- The exciting kiln opening and tea ceremony with your beautiful handmade cups bring the retreat to a close.
“Here, in the mountains of Trentino, we dwell between worlds, rooted yet drifting among the clouds. Our clay connects us to the earth; it is something simple yet essential. There is a calm in shaping this raw material, it stills the chatter in our minds and keeps us grounded yet free. The mountain offers us its solid strength, the sky its space to dream, and in this balance, we create. In the act of making pottery, we can find a quiet place to be both a part of the earth and part of something greater – a stillness between the worlds.”
Spaces for this exclusive experience are strictly limited.