Yoga retreat in Anafi – July 8-15, 2024
Spend a week in the heart of the Cyclades, on the beautiful and island of Anafi, immersing yourself in yoga practice and spectacular nature!
Away from the crowds of nearby Santorini, Anafi is a little known small island with rocky landscapes and crystal blue sea. Aside from our yoga practice, you will have time to enjoy the sea, to hike up the stunning Kalamos rock (second highest in Europe after Gibraltar!), explore the tiny streets of the Chora, and much much more!...
Retreat cost
1285 euros
What’s included?
7-nights accommodation*
2 yoga classes per day (morning & evening, except on the day of the boat trip, and the morning of the Kalamos rock hike)
7 breakfasts and 5 dinners (vegetarian)
one day boat trip around the island
port/hotel arrival and departure transfers
* based on two people sharing - additional cost for single room applies, and possibility to upgrade to a suite with a private swimming pool (limited availability)
More details on: http://www.hygiayoga.com/content/anafi
How to reach Anafi
- first by plane to Santorini (nearest airport) or Athens
- then by boat 1 hour from Santorini or 11 hours from Athens (cabin recommended)
About the yoga retreat
During the week we will use the precision of postures (asanas) to focus on different areas of our bodies. The practice of asana is not about doing the perfect posture. It’s about using postures to understand and transform ourselves. Each week is different, as we are evolving and the elements surrounding us are also changing. The weather, the group, everything plays a part of how our week develops. It is a beautiful game of fluidity and often a wonderful and unique experience.
The purpose of this workshop is to have the body and mind working together and being in harmony. Our yoga practice is the core of our week, but you will have free time in order to enjoy the nature of the island (swimming, hiking) and of course to rest!
All levels are welcome. Limited to 15 participants.
About Kristina – Hygia yoga
Kristina Assimakopoulou is a certified Iyengar yoga teacher, based between Brussels and Greece for several years. She discovered yoga by experiencing its therapeutic qualities and it inspired her to share these benefits with others. Kristina is passionate about yoga and believes by practicing it, one can gain both physical and mental benefits, improving their well-being as a whole. Kristina is also a Reiki practitioner, has followed Mindfulness training and speaks English, French and Greek fluently. For more info: www.Hygiayoga.com
About Anafi
The island has a particular charm with its wild beauty and its location being out of the beaten track, it remains unspoilt and authentic. The beaches are sandy with crystal waters, and it is possible to find natural shade under the trees. The Chora has the typical Cycladic architecture with narrow streets winding upwards to castle ruins where you can watch the sunset and gaze across the imposing Kalamos rock. During the summer there are several artistic events and festivals taking place, which bring an extraordinary vibe and an alternative crowd on the island. The untamed beauty together with the artistic vibrations makes the stay in Anafi an unforgettable experience!
Practical details
The retreat starts in the evening of the first day (July 8th), at 18:30 with the group welcome yoga session then dinner, and our yoga practice ends in the evening of the last full day (July 14th), as most ferries depart very early the following morning (July 15th).
During the week, there are two daily yoga classes, one in the morning (8:00-9:30) and another in the evening (18:45-20:00), except on the day of the boat trip excursion, and the morning when you will have the possibility to hike up the Kalamos rock, Europe's second highest monolith after Gibraltar (with a breath-taking view!) The morning classes are generally more dynamic, while the evening ones are more focused on restorative positions and breathwork (Pranayama).
How to book
Send an email: hygia.yoga@gmail.com or call Kristina on +32(0)497 105 784