Limitless possibilities in spectacular destinations, Balance Holidays' exceptionally curated wellbeing travel experiences bring individuals on multi-sensory journeys that enrich and awaken the heart, body and mind..
Founder of Shapes Studio and an internationally recognised Stott qualified Pilates teacher and wellness coach based in London and Naples. Paola Langella discovered Pilates at the suggestion of her doctor following a severe neck injury and felt an immediate connection with her body. It was then she knew she had to share this beautiful discipline with others. Now, combining her broad experience, she has developed a creative technique binding Pilates with contemporary dance, ballet, fitness, yoga and mindfulness meditation. Earning her the title of being one of London’s most sought after Pilates instructors, she has been honoured to teach dancers and etoiles such as Yasmine Naghi from the Royal Opera Ballet, and at studios of Core Collective, Bodyism, Core Kensington and Form. She is also an author, and a certified nutrition health coach from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Her collaborations include SoHo House, Sweaty Betty, Caudalie, Women’s Health and Seraphine Maternity and she has been seen in Tatler, Country and Townhouse, DOSE, Sheerluxe and Stylist.
Integration specialist and clinical therapist specialising in couples therapy, modern relationships and sexual wellness. Sarah is also the founder of Beautiful Space, which exists to connect individuals with love, community and nature. She is a long time student of Esther Perel and has been working with plant consciousness and altered states for 20 years both individually and in groups. Her method of shifting awareness combines hypnosis techniques, breathwork, guided visualisation, music, working with powerful intention, ongoing integration and more for a full spectrum of holistic wellness.
Having been there and experienced the feeling of existing in a perpetual state of ‘making-do’, Tony Riddle, best-selling author of ‘Be More Human’ and record-breaking barefoot endurance athlete, strives to help individuals reclaim a sense of oneness with themselves and Mother Nature. His philosophy is anchored in the belief that we are each powerful human beings, in possession of everything to become the change we desire and to alter our current state of mind. His classes and workshops are built around the importance of nature because he believes, if we recognise that nature is missing from our lives, we can reconnect with it, fall back in love with it, and in doing so, enter a profound state of wellbeing. We are innately wild, connected and empowered beings. It’s time to rediscover your Human potential!
Paris is dedicated to the path of spiritual and personal growth through a holistic, integrated and embodied approach. A commitment to self-realisation and inner evolution which recognises both the divine and human aspects of ourselves in order to bloom into our highest potential. By transforming old patterns and past conditioning we can release burdens of the past in order to live a life of greater freedom. Paris holds non-dogmatic spaces to explore new fields of reality, sharing tools to awaken and release, to align with the deeper, infinite aspect of our being. Drawing upon an alchemy of sound, energy work, meditation, movement, breathing techniques and spiritual ceremony. In community we can grow together to realise a new humanity is possible, one which based on self-responsibility and grows towards peace.
A recognised spiritual teacher, author and founder of Pause Place. The first Certified Practitioner Training dedicated to the strength of love, presence and connection. Her work serves to connect people to their true nature, awaken the power of presence within their lives and create the space for new opportunities to come alive. She worked at No 1 Harley Street in London as a Therapist and Coach for over 12 years, and with numerous high-profile individuals and companies as the Meditation and Relaxation specialist for the SoHo House Group.
Born in Positano, with a strong fondness for the place where he was born and nature, Enzo enjoys engaging in outdoor activities such as trekking, trail running and free-climbing. Beyond his own passions for spending time in nature, he believes that sharing his knowledge and experience of these outdoor activities and the land itself further lends new meaning and impact to those who take to the trails with me.
Referred to as the woman behind the bodies of Stanley Tucci, Emily Blunt, Hayley Atwell, Ruth Wilson and more. Monique Easwood is a celebrity personal trainer, lifestyle coach, trained ballerina, professional dancer and she is also qualified as a Stott Pilates instructor for over 25 years. Through working with an array of clients spanning decades and of all ages and abilities, Monique’s wealth of knowledge in understanding how bodies move and react to movement to keep bodies fluid, lean and strong are translated into The Eastwood Movement Method. Founded in 1990, Monique’s method draws inspiration from the key principles of Pilates and dance-inspired movement. Bringing discipline, energy and motivation to help individuals achieve their desired results, all the while highlighting Monique’s wellbeing ethos: the importance of everyday movement.
A doctor with over 20 years of experience, Katie Armstrong is a GP and runs a private menopause and women’s health clinic in England. Just as importantly, she is also a woman in her late 40s and a working mum, providing her with a personal understanding on the impact hormones have on day to day life. Having trained under Dr Louise Newson, British Menopause Society and Royal College of Obsetrics and Gynaecology, Katie offers a holistic approach to women’s health to improve access to safe, evidence-based information and treatments to ensre women can be empowered to be happy and health throughout their reproductive life, menopause and beyond.
A well-versed meditation and wellbeing mentor who is passionate about meditation, nutrition and nourishing on all levels to thrive and not only survive. Her meditation is featured on the Deliciously Ella App and she has appeared at Fearne Cotton’s Happy Place Festival, Wanderlust, the Mandrake hotel and more. Having trained extensively with meditation Masters in India and travelled the world learning under various teachers. Belinda combines a variety of styles of meditation techniques, offering a prized opportunity to align and be more present. Going deeper to really tune to yourself and your inner teacher within.
After a painstakingly difficult postpartum period and a series of personal experiments, Morgan founded Morganic Kitchen. Where recipes are 100% plant based, vegan, gluten and refined sugar free. Yet there is no deprivation in this; flavour and variation are not sacrificed. The first American vegan chef to become a TV host for the Food Network in Italy, Morgan is a health coach and certified holistic nutritionist from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and Cornell University’s Plant-Based Nutrition programme. She has also collaborated with internationally recognised Michelin-starred chefs at luxury hotels and resort groups including St. Regis, Relais & Châteaux, Cheval Blanc, Belmond and more.
An international yoga teacher (RYT500) and fitness influencer based between Miami and Rome, Jennifer holds expertise in Vinyasa, Power, Yin, Restorative, HIIT and Functional Fitness. She studied Ashtanga Yoga (RYT200) in Rishikesh, India. After teaching full-time for three years, she deepened her yoga education, going on to study Vinyasa Yoga with Jason Crandell in London (RYT300). She has headlined for events such as Wanderlust 108 and Race for the Cure Rome and has been featured in Yoga Journal, La Repubblica, Organic Life magazine and Kayak hotels. Her yoga and fitness related content continues to appear online for Oysho, Wanderlust Italy, Kayak Hotels and Ambrosiae.
Mirko Ruggiero was born in Naples and is a skilled chef in Capri. His earliest work experience was a pastry chef assistant in the famed pastry shop, Bar Augusto. He soon turned his focus to working within a kitchen setting, which began in the renowned Grand Hotel Quisisana. In the summer following, he became assistant chef at Al Capri restaurant for three consecutive seasons. He remained as sous chef at Agorà for two seasons, before graduating to become the first chef at Lo Sfizio. He has been the chef of a rotisserie and catering company for 12 years and now works at Caffè Manari as a chef and manager, where he takes care of catering, chef in the villa, restaurant and cooking classes.
Born and raised in Capri, Roberta is well-informed about the island and holds the sea inside of her. Having studied History of Art at the University of Naples, Roberta held a deep-craving for increasing others' exposure and experiences of the island beyond what lies on the surface. Prompting her love for the island, meeting new people and her depth of historical knowledge, paired with a personable character to become an expert hiking guide in Capri starting in 2014.
Melania was born in Capri and studied in Naples. With her proficient knowledge of Capri and fervid passion for cultivating unforgettable travel experiences, she became an expert hiking guide for the Campania Region in 2014. A travel industry professional possessing creative hospitality skills, she loves to travel, especially with a backpack. She is also a scout leader, holding a love for nature and the outdoor life and believes there are many more miles ahead of her to explore.
Sah D’Simone is a spiritual guide, meditation teacher, transformational speaker, and international best-selling author. He is pioneering a spiritually sassy, heart-based healing movement in which joy and authenticity illuminate the path to enlightenment. His infectious enthusiasm for healing is a revolutionary synthesis of ancient Tantric Buddhism, modern contemplative psychology, meditation, breathwork, and integrative nutrition. All delivered in his own radiant, approachable, and playful style.
An Intuitive Sound Practitioner and co-founder of the ping-pong social clubs, SPIN. His personal experience with sound showed him the power of slowing down, being more present and feeling grounded. The transformation that occurred made him want to study and practice this healing modality and share it as a gift with his friends, family, work team and people in need. He has been guiding Sound Meditations since early 2016 and worked with over 1000 clients: in private, family, group and corporate settings. Franck is continuously working with various companies and organizations including Equinox, NeueHouse, Airbnb, The National Arts Club, Tibet House US and has been an active supporter of AYTTO, UNICEF and ECDC Nepal. His natural compassionate, caring and warm energy makes him an amazing space holder and a beautiful person to be around.
As the daughter of the founder of the Japanese self-healing body movement, Jiriki Seitai, Marie Yagami is an expert of the practice and determined to introduce this practice in Europe as part of her mission. Combining elements of Yoga, Shiatsu Massage and Chiropractic treatment, the main objective of the Jiriki practice is to help students reconnect and heal their bodies by learning to listen to it to identify chronic pains, imbalance, misalignments and tension. Having completed an RYS 250hr Vinyasa Flow YTT at Stretch London, Marie has extensive knowledge of philosophy, anatomy, pranayama and meditation, all of which has been applied into her Jiriki teaching. With her attentive and caring approach, each of Marie’s classes will be eye opening and refreshing, bringing the practice straight from the roots of Japan.
Roberto was born in Mexico City surrounded by light and colour. In 1999, he made London his home and discovered his love for yoga. Since then his practice has spanned 21 years, teaching for the past five. Roberto’s extensive experience is also varied by influences, which will be displayed and explored in each of his classes. Whether you are upside down in a fast-paced dynamic flow or completely still in a restorative class, you will be in attentive and caring hands. In 2019 he qualified in Japan directly from Yu Yagami, creator of Jiriki Seitai. Making him the first non-Japanese navigator to teach in Europe. Roberto loves creating a fun environment while focusing on body alignment, breath, mind, heart and energy with challenging and original sequences.
Melania is an enthusiastic Odaka yoga teacher with a contemporary and innovative style that is popular in Japan and incorporates martial arts, Zen and traditional yoga postures. She trained directly under its founder and holds a diploma in Odaka Yoga, Yoga Therapy and Hatha Yoga/Yin Yoga. The concept of her practice is “Live Centered, Liquefy Your Limits, Embrace The Power,” which finds inspiration by observing the movement of the ocean and its waves. This beautiful flowing yoga style allows living centered in the middle of chaos. Her goal is to allow her students to discover the potential hidden within and unlock it, helping them realise that once they lift the self-imposed image, transformation happens. Find Melania on the Restore at Tuscan Medieval Retreat.
Having been exposed to the likes of dance and athletics at a young age, which later stemmed into aerobics, fitness and body forming, Nicole von Grünigen took her first yoga class at Pilates school. From that point onwards, she realised that Yoga and Pilates are the two areas she wanted to focus and specialise in. In the year 2000, Nicole gained her certification in Power Yoga Teacher Training, followed by her qualification as a Sivananda Yoga Teacher in 2008, before obtaining the title as an ‘Advanced Certified Jivamukti Yoga Teacher’ in 2016. The underlying principles behind her classes are to help her students integrate body and mind and heighten the feelings and sensations of joy. Find Nicole on the Jivamukti Swiss Alpine Retreat.
From a young age, moving and experimenting with her body has always been an exciting idea to Edina Filip. She engaged in the likes of running to classical dance and artistic gymnastics. However, it was when Edina took her first yoga class in 2004 that she felt immediate amazement at the personal benefits experienced and being able to connect different aspects of life through conscious attention. Her curiosity prompted her to carry out her own research and studies and finally, in 2009 she attended her first 200hr TTC in Woodbourne, New York. In 2010, she opened her own Yoga center, "Yogalife" which eventually in 2013 became “JothYoga” after she was joined by other prominent yoga teachers and formed an association. Edina continues to extend her studies into different tools to achieve life-balance and connect the mind, body, and heart. She is a nature-lover and will integrate this element into postures, breath-work, mindfulness and introspection to help individuals activate a deeper connection with themselves. Find Edina on the Revitalise at Aeolian Island Retreat.
Specialising in the art of Tibetan Singing Bowls and a certified Yoga teacher, massage therapist and Reiki practitioner, Muayad Najemmeddin is compassionate about holistic approaches to daily lifestyles and needs. Whether it is a gentle yoga session or a sound bath workshop, Muayad will guide each individual into a deeper layer of rediscovery and relaxation, enveloped in an array of different frequencies, vibrations, arousing new sensations. Find Muayad on the Sound Bath Swiss Alpine Retreat.
Raising awareness, uncovering freedom by unbolting unexplored thoughts and feelings and generating consciousness to personal wellbeing are just some of the areas Banu Alagoz specialises in. Having studied Kundalini Yoga, Tantra, Taoist healing arts and Aquatic Bodywork/Watsu, Banu will integrate her expertise and knowledge in each area to help individuals create a comfortable and safe space to experience love; an area that is directly correlated to emotional wellbeing. Find Banu on the Sound Bath Swiss Alpine Retreat.
