the journey to transform

alessandra oram | 24-29 june 2021 | KOUFONISIA, greece

THE EXPERIENCE

This is the journey we seek to find ourselves ‘anew’ again. After a fragmented period of new norms and worries our need to feel present and re-define ourselves is almost imperative. Alessandra Oram, returns to the island she loved, to guide us through movement into a physical and mental transformation. This is a 6-day retreat featuring a dedicated program of Navakarana flows (Alessandra’s signature Vinyasa practice), daily adventures at the magical seascapes of Koufonisia and a well-curated menu of macrobiotic Greek diet. If you wish to experience how transformation feels like, then you’re at the right place. The retreat will be limited to a small group of people to provide a boutique experience.

KOUFONISIA Beachfront VILLAs

Our Island Yoga Resort consists of two beachfront villas overlooking one of the most dreamy beaches of the island. The location is ideal to walk everywhere you want and explore! The beach is just 10 minutes away on foot while the lil town is a beautiful 30 minutes walk. The villas blend harmoniously with the raw landscape of Koufonisia and their large outdoor spaces and patios are ideal for lazy afternoon siestas and reading. The zen atmosphere of the resort is completed with a covered outdoor yogashala and a thai-massage room, both made with natural materials. Click for more images.

COVID-19 | Cleaning & Safety : All villas have acquired the “Health First” certification badge and abide by the official health protocols. Our villas are fully equipped with sanitisers and all high risk areas are daily cleaned and disinfected. Room cleaning is scheduled once during the retreat to avoid frequent interaction of housekeeping staff with guests’ personal items. Read more

yoga with alessandra

Alessandra Oram is a very charismatic Vinyasa-Navakarana yoga teacher and one of the most upcoming names in the European yoga scene. She is a yoga studio owner in Barcelona and an Oysho yoga ambassador. Alessandra, balances life between yoga & interior design for the past 7 years but it was only when she met her Guru, Dario Calvaruso, and completed her Navakarana Yoga teacher training, that she fully committed herself to her yoga path as a teacher. 

Navakarana is an intensive Vinyasa based practice with a total of 12 different series which we change and practice according to the Moon. It is a beautifully balanced collection of series, and each practice together is a full body workout. The style and teaching method is extremely traditional, where the teacher gives a tempo (laya) and students move through the sequences using the sanskrit counts. Students should expect to raise their body heat and become embodied in a movement meditation. Each series will involve twists, inversions, arm balances et al, and Alessandra will be there to guide you throughout your practice with safety and grace. 

* All practices are open to all levels from beginners to more advanced yogis. However, this retreat is ideal if you’re already a Vinysasa practitioner and you want to reach deeper and get stronger.

COVID-19 | Yoga & Safety: The yoga takes place in an outdoor covered yoga shala which is sunlight & easily aired. Each guest will be provided with a Manduka yoga mat which they will keep for the duration of the retreat and be responsible for its cleaning.

THE ESSENCE OF TRUE FOOD

Our Koufonisia nutrition is a carefully curated blend of island tastes and vegetarian diet catered by our food experts. The team uses the freshest daily produce from Koufonisia and the nearby islands to bring each meal to life. Our aim is to offer not only a yogic food experience to our guests but also a real taste of Greek culture and community that transcends every gathering and food sharing.

COVID-19 | Food & Safety: All meals are buffet-based and will be served by the kitchen personnel who will be following all the personal protection guidelines. A person of our team will be facilitating the serving process to ensure that it’s happening in an orderly manner avoiding a crowded buffet queue.

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS & RETREAT PRICING

SHARED ACCOMMODATION | twin room

• Lower level room with two single beds & shared bathroom with another room -- 2.190€ per person

• Sea view room with two single beds & shared bathroom with another room-- 2.390€ per person

SHARED ACCOMMODATION | Queen room

• Lower level room with a Queen size bed & open en suite bathroom -- 2.390€ per person

• Sea view master bedroom with a Queen size bed & en suite bathroom -- 2.690€ per person

* Available for couples, family or close friends who want to share a Queen size double bed

SINGLE ACCOMMODATION

• Small lower level room with a Queen size bed & shared bathroom with another room -- 2.590€

• Lower level room with a single bed & shared bathroom with another room -- 2.790€

• Lower level room with a Queen size bed & open en suite bathroom -- 3.090€

• Sea view room with a Queen size bed & shared bathroom with another room -- 3.090€

• Sea view master bedroom with a Queen size bed & en suite bathroom -- 3.390€

—> View room photos here

—> There is a 600€ booking fee to reserve your spot. Payment plans available

—> The above prices include EU Tax VAT 24%.

Covid note: In case Covid-19 travel restrictions are applied at the time of the retreat prohibiting guests from travelling to Greece, any amounts paid will be fully refundable.

TRAVEL INFO

COVID-19 Updates: As of the 14th May 2021, Greece is no longer under lockdown and has opened its international borders to welcome tourists. Travellers from the following countries who have a negative PCR test (up to 72 hours) or have been fully vaccinated can enter Greece and they don’t need to self-isolate or quarantine. All passengers arriving at any airport in Greece, must complete the Passenger Locator Form, until the day before entering the country. Safety protocols including wearing masks and social distancing will remain in place.

List of countries: EU & Schengen Area countries, USA, UK, Israel, Serbia, UAE, New Zealand, Australia, South Korea, Thailand, Rwanda, Singapore, the Russian Federation, North Macedonia, Canada, Belarus, Bahrein, Qatar, China, Kuwait, Ukraine, and Saudi Arabia.

Official Link to view entry guidelines: travel.gov.gr

Travelling to Koufonisia: Koufonisia (code KOU) can be reached via boat from Santorini (code JTR), Mykonos (code JMK) or Athens. We suggest that you fly directly either to Mykonos or to Santorini airport. From there you take the boat to Koufonisia which is a much shorter boat ride than taking the boat from Athens. If you live in Athens, we suggest that you fly to Mykonos to take the faster ferry.

Suggested arrival options on the 24th of June | Last update 19.05.2021

• From Santorini port (code JTR) to Koufonisia (code KOU) | departure: 13.00 - arrival: 14.55 | boat name: SEAJET 2 

• From Mykonos port (code JMK) to Koufonisia (code KOU) | departure: 11.00 - arrival: 12.30 | boat name: Super Jet

• From Piraeus port in Athens (code PIR) to Koufonisia (code KOU) | departure: 06.45 - arrival: 14.15 | boat name: Blue Star

Departure options on the 29th of June | Last update 19.05.2021

• From Koufonisia to Santorini port | departure: 12.40 - arrival: 14.35 | boat name: SEAJET 2

• From Koufonisia to Mykonos port | departure: 15.10 - arrival: 16.40 | boat name: Super Jet

• From Koufonisia to Piraeus port in Athens | departure: 19.55 - arrival: 05.00 | boat name: Blue Star

Please note that boat timetables might be affected by the new regulations due to COVID-19, so please make sure you double check with your travel agent before booking your itinerary.

We advise our guests to allow one day prior and after the retreat for their travelling and book flexible or refundable plane tickets. You may use viva.gr to check the ferries schedule and book your boat tickets online.

*Flights and boat tickets are not included in the retreat prices mentioned above.