Yoga Holidays
We are delighted to introduce Phil and Gill Ansty, who are yoga teachers based in Tring, Hertfordshire, England. Phil and Gill are our yoga teachers for our Sardinia yoga holidays based at one of our most suggestive properties Palazzo Minerva, a rustic hunting lodge and former countryside retreat of the Earl of Minerva, it is set amid a beautiful natural reserve. Phil teaches in the British Wheel of Yoga style whilst Gill teaches with the Viniyoga approach. Classes during the holiday will incorporate the two different types of yoga and will be challenging without ever leaving any student feeling alienated.
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We understand all the requirements of putting together and running a great yoga holiday and it is for this reason that our goal is to combine all of these element: providing you with experienced yoga teachers, in a suitable venue and environment conductive to peace and tranquillity as well as providing a taste of traditional regional dishes paying particular attention to vegetarian and vegan dietary options; all with the emphasis on healthy fun, culture and relaxation.
Sardinia is the ideal venue for an unforgettable yoga holiday; its warm, welcoming climate is perfect for leaving your stresses behind and relaxing in the healing Mediterranean sunshine. |
Our yoga holidays are a balance between yoga practice, walking and sight seeing, and combine the healthy benefits of quality daily yoga tuition and practice with the exploration of the landscapes and culture of this relatively unknown corner of Italy.
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Our yoga weeks are holidays, not retreats and we have created this holiday for people wishing to unwind, relax and have a real experience of Sardinia. The time devoted daily to yoga usually won't exceed three hours, in two optional, daily optional classes, leaving plenty of time for other activities or just to relax and chill out. Our aim is to keep you active, healthy and happy – as well as giving you plenty of relaxing time on the beach or at leisure. |
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We select our hotels based on comfort, location, food and charm with en-suite facilities. All our meals are taken as a group and we are served traditional local home cooking which is prepared daily using only the finest, freshest local ingredients and with what is in season. The wine is plentiful and is the perfect accompaniment to the local cuisine.
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Our hassle-free, all inclusive land packages include all meals, including wine and water with dinner, accommodation, yoga tuition, land transportation, and transfers to and from Alghero airport or Alghero town on arrival and departure days. Simply put, leave the arrangements to us so that you can spend more time enjoying yourself! For an insight on how our week might pan out please click here… |
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Our many repeat guests and the high marks we score on our feedback forms tell us that we consistently deliver high calibre holidays at a great value for money prices. But don’t just take our word for it… see for yourself what our guests have been saying about us, please click here...
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Everything was so wonderful. As I said to you at the airport there’s nothing I would change about the whole week. I know we were lucky that Phil and Gill are so committed and that as a group we all got on so well but most of it was down to you lovely people, Maria and John for setting the right mood and thinking of everything. So kind of you to collect me and drop me off at the airport outside official holiday time. I owe my sister something big now for finding me the perfect holiday.
J.Elliott, Scotland, October 08 |
Our Dates:
| Date |
Location |
Tutor |
Price |
| 06 June – 13 June 2009 |
Palazzo Minerva |
Phil & Gill Ansty |
£795 |
| 19 Sept – 26 Sept 2009 |
Palazzo Minerva |
Phil & Gill Ansty |
£795 |
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I was especially impressed by the way John and Maria organised and planned the holiday and their lovely, friendly approach and attention to every detail. Phil & Gill ensured that we got maximum benefit from all sessions. The time & effort Gill put into the one to one sessions was excellent.
F. & L. Bramzell, England, October 08 |
| Rustic charm in the foothills of
Monte Minerva |
Hotel Palazzo Minerva  |
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Located in the foothills of Monte Minerva, a rustic hunting lodge and former countryside retreat of the Earl of Minerva, it is set amid a beautiful natural reserve. The lodge and former stables have been sympathetically restored to offer a high standard of comfort and hospitality whilst maintaining its original, aristocratic exterior. The peacefulness and tranquillity of this location, together with its captivating views, make a yoga holiday here both peaceful and relaxing. For full details, please click here.
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Maria, many thanks to you and John for an excellent holiday. I was very stressed when I left here and feel 100% better now.
C.Bradley, England, October 08 |
Our Tutors:


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Phil & Gill Ansty
Phil & Gill are both Yoga Teachers based in Tring, Hertfordshire, England and their qualifications are: Viniyoga (A.Y.S Practitioner), Sadhana Mala Teaching & Yoga Therapy Cert., British Wheel of Yoga Diploma Certs., Yoga for Health General & Remedial Certs., British Wheel of Yoga Insured.
Gill continues to study and is now a Viniyoga A.Y.S. practitioner having studied with Ranju Roy and Dave Charlton on the Sadhana Mala teaching and Yoga therapy course, with the support of Jill Hathaway (A.Y.S.). Phil is the British Wheel of Yoga county representative for Herts. He is a British Wheel of Yoga Diploma holder, and continues to study with the British Wheel of Yoga.
Classes during the holiday will incorporate the two different types of yoga, which will allow you to feel the energies of two different passionate yoga teachers and will be challenging without ever leaving any student feeling alienated.
Both Phil & Gill are insured with the British Wheel of Yoga.
Individual tuition is also available for those with specific needs, or simply wishing for a personal practice. For more information visit:
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Dear Maria and John, a note to say thankyou for a wonderful holiday. Both of you could not have done more to make the week a success. The hotel, teachers, food and outings were all first class and I'm sure were part of the reason the group got on so well with each other. We were all having a super time! Do please send me details of holidays for this coming year as I would be interested and will happily recommend these to my friends. Keep up the good work (and have a good rest)
N.Elliott, England, October 08 |
Our Prices:
Our holiday price includes all meals, including wine and water with dinner, accommodation, yoga tuition, land transportation, and transfers to and from Alghero airport or Alghero town on arrival and departure days. Flights and travel insurance are NOT included in our price.
REMEMBER THERE ARE NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS AND NO SINGLE SHARING ON ANY OF OUR HOLIDAYS!
Thanks to everyone for a fabulous holiday. Didn't realise until I reached home how relaxed I was! It was so wonderful to meet you all. Hope you are all taking that Sardinian sunshine and yoga with you!
L. Bruges, England, October 08 |
Frequently Asked Questions:
| How do I get to Sardinia? |
Year round low cost flights operate from London Stansted, Liverpool & East Midlands to Alghero, Sardinia (Ryanair) and from London Gatwick to Olbia (Easyjet). There are also many direct flights from UK regional airports operating from May to October run by Holiday Options (www.holidayoptions.co.uk). |
| How do I make my travel arrangements? |
you are not confident booking over the Internet, let us take the hassle out of organising your travel – we are more than happy to arrange and book your travel for you. Alternatively, visit your local travel agent and ask for flight only options to Sardinia. |
| How early do I have to book? |
Please register your interest as soon as possible as spaces are limited. We do not require any payment until your flights are booked (most flights can not be booked earlier than 6 months prior to departure). Note: air fares are normally cheaper when booked well in advance! |
| Can I bring a non-yoga partner or friend? |
Yes, non-yoga partners and friends are very welcome to accompany us. There is a wide range of activities for them to enjoy at each location – many at no extra cost. |
| Do I need to have any yoga experience? |
No, the courses are suitable both for beginners and for accomplished guests - and all levels in between! |
| Do I need to bring my own equipment? |
No, we supply all your yoga equipment so you don’t have to worry about bringing cumbersome equipment. |
| How many students are on a course? |
There are between 6 and 12 students on each course. |
| Is the holiday price fully inclusive? |
Yes. Our yoga holidays represent excellent value for money as everything is included in the price. You can come on the holiday and not spend a penny more than you've already paid! |
| Can you cater for my special dietary needs? |
Yes, just let us know about these when you make your booking and we will ensure that your requests are accommodated. |
| Are the holidays suitable for single guests? |
Yes. Our holidays are suitable for single travellers and have no single supplements or no single sharing is necessary. Meals are taken as a group so you have the opportunity to get to know everyone in the group over the length of the holiday. |
| I'd quite like a week lazing by a pool at the end of my holiday. Can you arrange this? |
No problem. We can arrange extra nights at a wide choice of hotels, B&B s and farmhouses throughout Sardinia. |
| Sounds great. How do I book? |
Contact John or Maria at info@bellasardinia.com who will be on hand to guide you through the booking process. |
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