Pilates and Yoga on the beach: recommended destinations

The sound of the waves, the fine sand, the sunrise or sunset lighting up the horizon.

If you love yoga or pilates at this point of reading, you will already be imagining yourself on a beach in Calabria, with its magical and regenerating atmosphere, surrounded by nature and its energetic call. 

Combining the beneficial effects of a holiday with those of exercise is easy here: there are beaches and enchanting corners of the coast that are ideal settings for a wellness holiday. The offer is varied and diverse, many private facilities offer courses and lessons in their packages, then there are organised retreats with programmes that include morning or afternoon sessions on the beach and personal trainers and instructors who are available in summer for individual and small group lessons.

Fine white sand, stretches of crystal-clear water, bays nestled between cliffs: from one side of the Calabrian coast to the other, there is no shortage of ideal locations for practising holistic disciplines.

To enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and avoid the intense heat, it is best to practice early in the morning or at the magical moment of sunset. All you need is a mat, a bottle of water and, of course, sun protection.

The beach of Tropea, with its unique characteristics, is an ideal place to practice yoga. You can choose a secluded and quiet beach or, through hotels and resorts, join one of the organised groups that conduct morning or evening sessions. This beach offers an ideal setting to perform the exercises, with the benefits enhanced by the breathtaking scenery at sunset, with the sun dipping into the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Moving along the coast, Scilla, with its magical, timeless atmosphere, is certainly a great place to practice yoga. Here there are large stretches of free beach where you can practice alone or in company, in complete relaxation. The crystal-clear water of Marina Grande beach is certainly one of the reasons to go on holiday to Scilla. Between a regenerating swim and a walk on the beach with its characteristic fine gravel, you can dedicate yourself to your favourite discipline and enjoy the energy released by nature. The view of the Strait of Messina from Scilla will give you the chance to combine the benefits of the holistic discipline with those of contact with nature.

Less exclusive and better known to tourists, the beach of Cirella in the upper Tyrrhenian of Cosenza, however, holds uncrowded stretches, ideal for meditation guided by the waves of the sea.

Summer is the right time to dedicate more time to yourself. Whether it is a long holiday or just an intense weekend, the Calabrian coastline always offers the opportunity to indulge in outdoor activities that regenerate mind and body.

Most tourist facilities, be they bathing establishments, villages, hotels or resorts, offer their clients the possibility of practising pilates on the beach so as not to lose the benefits of the long winter workout or simply to approach this discipline while taking advantage of the holidays. 

Capo Vaticano, with its spectacular cliffs and crystal clear waters, is a perfect place for a pilates session. If you need to recharge your batteries and are planning a wellness holiday, Capo Vaticano can only be your ideal destination. You will be spoilt for choice among the corners of sandy shore framed by impressive and evocative nature. For example, Grotticelle beach, thanks to its quiet and panoramic position, is an ideal place to practice pilates and regenerate in front of the sea.

Tranquillity is a prerequisite for keeping the body in balance and for concentration, and Pizzo, a jewel of the Tyrrhenian coast, certainly guarantees reserved beaches that especially at sunset become perfect locations.

Finally, on the Ionian side, Soverato is certainly an ideal destination for a holiday of fun, relaxation and wellbeing. Waking up early may be a small sacrifice, but on the Ionian coast every sunrise generously repays early risers with its magic. In Soverato, you can carve out your own wellness oasis and join the pilates sessions that are organised especially during the summer months.