YOGA & HIKING
From shores to peaks
MAY
03rd︎︎︎ 10th
MAY
03rd︎︎︎ 10th
Join us for a week of yoga and hiking on the picturesque island of Lesvos, in the northeastern Aegean Sea.
Led by passionate teachers, Léo from Gati Yoga and Elsa from Yogazaz, this retreat is an opportunity to deepen your yoga practice for a week, and improve your hiking skills while discovering the hidden beauty of Lesvos. From the small, charming villages to the summits of the island, we'll step along the Byzantine and Ottoman paths that criss-cross Sappho's island.
Elsa, a Brussels-based yogi originally from Thessaloniki (northern Greece), brings a wealth of experience in different yoga styles, emphasizing inclusivity in her classes for all body types, genders, ages, and backgrounds. Certified in Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative, Pre/postnatal and Menopause Yoga, she ensures a welcoming environment for all participants.
Meanwhile, Leo, founder of Gati and a « real Philhellene », mainly living there since 2019, brings an interesting blend of intense Vinyasa (ashtanga inspired) and his new affection for softer styles such as Yin to promote balance between the Yin & the Yang energies during your stay.
In addition to the daily yoga and hikes, you will also have the opportunity to learn about the island’s history and enjoy traditional spa, where you can treat yourself to a relaxing massage or just chill in the thermal hot baths. And, of course, no retreat would be complete without delicious, traditional homemade Greek vegetarian food to nourish your body and your soul !
This retreat is open to all levels of yoga practitioners, from beginners’ to advanced.
Focused on inclusivity, Leo and Elsa truly care about this retreat being a space welcoming for all, regardless of age, gender, cultural background, or ability.
The hikes will offer a range of difficulties, allowing you to choose whether to participate in each one. They will vary from a simple one-hour walk to a more demanding five-hour trek with steep passages and a 600-meter elevation gain for the most advanced hikers.
Register now for a transformative retreat that embodies the essence of yoga—uniting body, mind, and soul in harmony with nature. You will explore the richness of Greek culture with knowledgeable guides, and illuminate the philosophy of yoga with a fresh perspective!
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Each day, you will have the opportunity to enjoy an in-depth yoga practice in the heartwarming atmosphere of "Villa Daphnis and Chloé", a charming century-old villa restored into a retreat center.
Classes will be taught in English in the cosy indoor and outdoor Shalas, nestled among the lush gardens and olive groves, to allow you to fully immerse and connect with the natural surrounding environment of Lesvos.
Two optional theoretical and practical workshops will be offered to discover some different aspects of the yoga system beyond what is taught in conventional studios.
Besides Yoga, the retreat will also include 5 hikes in 5 different locations of the island, so that you can discover Lesvos’ peaks and hiddens shores! To fully immerse in the island’s vibrant culture, the programme also includes 3 outtings to enjoy a meal in a local taverna (restaurant), a visit of the traditional thermal baths, and a historical tour.
All proposed activities are optional as this retreat is your well-deserved break!
The retreat’s program also includes enough free time for you to relax, connect with your inner self, read, or simply enjoy the sea and the natural beauty of the island.
PRICES
(all included)
Single room
Double Room
Triple Room
1080 €
900 €
810 €
