refresh island flow retreat

ANNA KARIDES & ELENI CHATZIPAVLI | 27 AUG- 1 SEP 2019 | KOUFONISIA

THE EXPERIENCE

Welcome to the absolute summer retreat in one of Greece's most magical islands. Imagine 3klm of endless gold sand and turquoise waters in an almost no-car island where you can walk everywhere you want. On every turn, a secret beach awaits for you to be discovered! Get ready for 6 days full of island yoga, delicious plant-based meals by one of Greece's best vegan chefs and plenty of adventures, from sea-kayaking to rock diving and beach hoping!

A HIGHLIGHT! Our kayak day where we embark on a local boat to the uninhibited Kato Koufonisi and then we kayak around deserted beaches and mythical caves. If your inner Robinson Crusoe is on sleepy mode then our villa is a 10min walk from the sandy beach of Pori, where you can always unwind with your favourite book.

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 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.

the practice & our teachers

Anna & Eleni are back for a second time in Koufonisia to run another successful retreat. They have prepared a well-rounded schedule where mornings will be dedicated to Dynamic Vinyasa Flows and afternoons will be more mellow with softer sequences, deep stretches and yin elements to open the body mildly and release it into the pace of nature and the surroundings. Additionally, after each afternoon class there will be an optional 1-hour workshop by Anna Karides on the essentials of AcroYoga. All classes will be accessible, easy to follow and with various adjustments given to fit all levels and needs.

Anna Karides is a leading Yoga and AcroYoga teacher in the UK and has been teaching for over a decade. Her classes are challenging and reflect her passion for backbends, arm balances and inversions but can also have a therapeutic focus. Read more about Anna here.

Eleni Chatzipavli is a yoga teacher and holistic health coach based in London. She loves guiding people into deep and dynamic Vinyasa flows while being led by the breath and intuitive sequencing. Read more about Eleni here.

* All practices are open to all levels from beginners to more advanced yogis.

THE ESSENCE OF TRUE FOOD

Our Koufonisia nutrition is catered by our private chef Esco Essence. Esco is a passionate vegan chef and a raw food artist. He uses the freshest daily produce from Koufonisia and the nearby islands to prepare each meal and there’re always gluten-free alternatives. He makes his own bread and nut based milks, as well as his famous granola, smoothies and herbal infusions. Each dinner is a big gathering around the table where we taste Esco’s specialty, finishing off the day with a small innocent desert for a sweet night’s sleep.

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS & RETREAT PRICING

SHARED ACCOMMODATION | twin room

• Lower level room with two single beds & shared bathroom -- 1.390€ per person

• Sea View room with two single beds & shared bathroom -- 1.690€ per person

SHARED ACCOMMODATION | queeN - KING room

• Lower level room with Queen size bed & open en suite bathroom -- 1.390€

• Sea View room with Queen size bed & shared bathroom -- 1.590€ per person

• Sea View Junior Suite with King size bed & en suite bathroom -- 1.790€ per person

* Suggested for couples, friends & family who want to share the same double bed :)

SINGLE ACCOMMODATION | queen - KING room

• Lower level room with Queen size bed & open en suite bathroom -- 2.290€

• Sea view room with Queen size bed & shared bathroom -- 2.590€

• Sea View Junior Suite with King size bed & en suite bathroom -- 2.790€

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

—> There is a 600€ non refundable booking fee to reserve your place in the sun!

Payment plans available

TRAVEL INFO

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 Santorini or to Mykonos airport. From there you take the boat to Koufonisia which is a much shorter boat ride than taking the boat from Athens.

Tickets can be booked online at viva.gr.

We advise our guests to allow one day prior and after the retreat for their travelling.

Suggested arrival options on the 27th of August

• From Santorini port (code JTR) to Koufonisia (code KOU) | departure: 12.15 - arrival: 14.40 | boat name: SuperJet

• From Mykonos port (code JMK) to Koufonisia (code KOU) | departure: 11.45 - arrival: 13.10 | boat name: Sea Jet 2

• From Piraeus port in Athens (code PIR) to Koufonisia (code KOU) | departure: 07.15 - arrival: 12.05 | boat name: High Speed 4

Departure options on the 1st September

• From Koufonisia to Santorini port | departure: 13.25 - arrival: 15.20 | boat name: SuperJet

• From Koufonisia to Mykonos port | departure: 14.45 - arrival: 16.05 | boat name: Sea Jet 2

• From Koufonisia to Piraeus port in Athens | departure: 12.15 - arrival: 17.00 | boat name: High Speed 4

*We suggest you check at viva.gr before booking your boat tickets.

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

TESTIMONIALS FROM LAST YEAR’S RETREAT

“It was truly an amazing experience with lots of wonderful moments, inspiring people and great conversations. The yoga was amazing and I marvel the way you have structured and this to care for us." — Judith Brasse | 2018

"Spent a great week in Koufonisia with the Fykiada team. Great Yoga sessions, amazing food and beautiful sights around the island with the activities that Eranthi & Anna had organised. Definitely recommended for both men & women!" — Jason Spanomanolis | 2018

“Thank you so much fot this unforgettable opportunity to experience the highest level of Greek hospitality and generosity. Please continue to touch people's lives in such a beautiful way. Opa!” — Fabiana & Vicky | 2018

“Please keep on doing all this! You make this world better. Efxaristo very much from the depth of my Russian heart.” — Tati Shkuta | 2018

“Thank you so much Anna & Eranthi for the wonderful experience. It was so obvious that you put your heart and soul into your retreats. Thank you for allowing me to share this with you and making new friends in the stunning island of Koufonisia. Love,” — Afroditi Apostolidou | 2018