Yoga & Functional Movement retreat
Lefkada, Greece 7-13 October 2024
The luxury villas in Lefkada, Greece
All four villas feature private infinity pools with breathtaking views of the Ionian Sea, spacious living rooms, and private spaces. Each villa has 2-3 bedrooms, each with a sea view and a private en-suite bathroom equipped with a jacuzzi bathtub or walk-in shower.
Seaview shala and training area
Practice in a cozy shala with open ceilings, wooden floors, and natural materials, overlooking a hillside where the blue sea meets the lush green mountains. Embrace the serene beauty, surrounded and embraced by Mother Nature.
Private beach
The area is part of the Nature 2000 environmental protection network, serving as a habitat for dolphins and seals. This completely private location is rarely crowded and can only be accessed through our retreat villas or by boat. The beach, covered with small white pebbles and patches of sand, boasts crystal blue and turquoise waters that will leave you in awe. The hike to the beach takes 15-20 minutes for experienced hikers, or 25-35 minutes if you prefer to take it slow and savor the natural beauty.
Yoga and functional movements
It’s time to reconnect with our bodies. While we practice physical yoga poses, we also use asanas and movements as tools to explore, adapt, learn, and grow. During the movement workshops, we will engage in playful exercises across all planes of motion, just like we did when we were younger.
Through simple exercises using only our body weight, we will challenge our balance, coordination, mobility, and strength. These practices will ultimately enhance our everyday movements, making them stronger and more confident. Whether it’s getting up, squatting to pick something up, running, hanging, or jumping, these movements help reduce the risk of injury and improve overall quality of life.
What’s included?
- 7 days + 6 nights stay in the beautiful Greek-style luxury villa with infinity pool.
- Private Chef (brunch & dinner) for your entire stay serving locally-sourced meals that reflect the rich flavors of Greece
- All day fruits & snacks.
- Two Daily Classes (Yoga/Functional movement/restorative)
- Inversions/handstand/mobility workshop
- Guided breath-work, pranayama and meditation
- Private boat trip
- Hiking to the private beach
- Excursion to the Lighthouse and Porto Katsiki beach
Accommodation
Twin room sea view
- €1490 per person on the last spot (From €1690)
- Two twin beds with either an en-suite bathroom featuring a Jacuzzi bathtub or a walk-in shower
- The best option for solo travelers is to share a room with another same-sex retreater, or you can bring a friend or family member to join you.
- Add code ‘LASTSPOT’ for the discount €200 off
Double room sea view
- €2190 for 1 person
This is an ideal option for those who prefer a personal and private space.
- Double bed with either an en-suite bathroom featuring a Jacuzzi bathtub or a walk-in shower (the earliest booking gets first choice of room and villa).
- € 1590 per person for the opportunity to the room with your loved one.
- 1 double bed with either an en-suite bathroom featuring a Jacuzzi bathtub or a walk-in shower.
Meet your hosts Issy - Max
Issy Nadee
Issy embarked on her yoga journey after years of battling back pain due to scoliosis, which led to numerous physical and mental challenges. Her mission is to inspire others to embrace a healthy lifestyle through yoga, mobility, and movement to improve joint mobility.
In her classes, Issy blends modern movements with mindfulness practices. She offers a range of modifications to accommodate diverse needs and abilities. For Issy, yoga transcends mere poses; it’s a pathway to deeper self-discovery and connection. She believes, “Yoga is not about the poses, so don’t let the poses define you. We use them as tools to connect and delve deeper within ourselves.”
Maxime Ronse
Maxime is a dedicated personal trainer whose passion lies in bodyweight training. He finds immense joy in sharing this passion with his clients, believing that there’s no greater satisfaction than witnessing them evolve and master their own bodyweight.
The beauty of calisthenics is that it is accessible to anyone. Whether you’re just starting or are an experienced athlete, Maxime has the experience under his belt to give everyone the modification they need.
During his free time, you’ll often find Maxime at the local outdoor gym, hanging from bars and honing his skills, or enjoying leisurely walks and playful moments with his beloved three-legged dog, Bobo.
Client Testimonials
FAQ’s
- Flights & Airport Transfers
- Extra food and activities outside the villa
- Private excursions outside the villa besides the ones we have planned for you.
- Travel insurance
Urania villas via Preveza Aktion Airport(PVK)
The nearest Airport to our villas is Preveza Aktion Airport (PVK). It is about 1 hour and 15 minutes drive (you won’t need a ferry connection). In case you can’t find ideal flights for your holidays, we recommend to check Athens International Airport (ATH). Other options include, Kefalonia Airport (EFL) and Ioannina Airport (IOA).
Urania villas via Athens Airport (ATH)
The most common alternative we recommend for your trip to us is Athens International Airport (ATH). This would be a 4 hour and 30 minutes drive (you won’t need a ferry connection).
There is also a direct bus that goes straight from Athens to Lefkada for around €30 per person. Departure times 7am, 1pm and 7pm. Duration 5h15 min. More info here.
We also recommend Athens due to the flexibility of flights, in terms of flights’ times and flights’ price.
Certainly! Here’s a proposed payment plan for a single person. For couples, multiply everything by two.
- **Deposit (Non-refundable) :** 500 EUR per person. Due upon registration.
- **First Installment**:
**Amount:** 500 EUR per person.
**Due Date:** 7th July 2024 (3 months before the retreat) - **Second Installment**:
**Amount:** Remaining balance.
**Due Date:** 1st September 2024 (5 weeks before the retreat)
Please read the Terms & Conditions about our payment plans and cancelation policy to find out more.
- Morning:
7-8 am Coffee, tea and fruits
8-10 am Yoga & movement practice
10.30-12.00 am Brunch - Afternoon : Hiking/Excursion/Workshops/Relaxation
5-6 pm Stretching class/Breath-work/Meditation (Except on excursion & workshop days)
6.30 pm Dinner
Read our cancellation policy.