sacred elements
stephanie nosco | Antiparos island, GREECE
| 12-17 September 2025
A Qigong retreat to restore your vital energy on the breathtaking Greek island, Antiparos.
Stephanie joins us for the third year in a row and guides us to experience the transformative power of Primordial Qigong, an ancient practice designed to treat and prevent ailments, enhancing your overall health and well-being. This retreat focuses on harnessing the five Chinese elements—Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water—to restore your original essence and strengthen your vital energy.
practice
In this retreat, you’ll learn the “primordial Qigong” routine, a key practice in medical Qigong, an ancient form of energy healing. This style helps you connect with surrounding energies to restore inner vitality. Through daily sessions, Stephanie will guide you through all 12 exercises of the primordial Qigong set, promoting energy flow, grounding, and balance, while enhancing overall health. You'll also receive a printout explaining the benefits of each form. This practice is especially effective for women’s health, nervous system regulation, brain health, migraines, digestion, and spiritual reconnection.
In addition to QiGong mornings, we will practice restorative yin yoga with acupressure to boost energy flow. We’ll explore the Chinese 5 elements and their impact on your well-being, while daily meditations rooted in Taoism and Chinese medicine deepen your connection to yourself and nature.
What is Qigong? The oldest branch of Traditional Chinese Energy Medicine, dating back to over 5000 years. “Qi”, means energy, or life force, and “gong”, means skill, or mastery. Qigong, therefore helps us work with our energy skilfully in order to master our personal power and potential for healing. Sometimes called Chinese yoga, Qigong combines gentle movement, breath, and meditation to cultivate, balance and harmonize our energy.
Stephanie Nosco is a psychotherapist, somatic educator, and dedicated practitioner and student of Qigong, yoga, Chinese medicine, Buddhism, and depth psychology. Her teaching approach weaves together ancient wisdom and modern practices, making abstract concepts relatable and accessible. She shares Yin Yoga and Qigong practices with a global audience and leads Qigong and meditation retreats worldwide. Stephanie is also the author of "Follow Your Tao", a book that introduces the physical, psychological, and spiritual functions of the five primary organs in Chinese medicine.
our island home
A luxury collection of five private homes located on the southern tip of Antiparos. Their privileged location up on the hill offers an overwhelming view of the Aegean and the Ancient Sanctuary of Apollo in a safe haven from the elements.
Although the houses are blessed with the privacy and serenity of the hill, they are just 15’ walk away from the sea, and the vibrancy of the southern beaches of Antiparos. Each house offers uninterrupted view to the Aegean, minimal chic Cycladic design, and the unmatched silence of a protected bay. Click for more images.
nourishment
Food in Antiparos is what we call in Greek ‘evdaimonia’= the joy of the spirit. Is described as food for the soul, the subtle body and the eyes. Food prepared by our retreat chef with deep knowledge of Greek culture, macrobiotic nutrition and respect to the land.
Freshly baked bread, colourful salads, fresh fruits, nourishing microgreens grown on our counter, homemade kombucha, and all the traditional recipes you want to try from the hands of a local. Our retreats offer a morning snack, brunch & dinner while tea, coffee, fruits and delicious leftovers are in abundance the whole day.
a glimpse of our days
Our days are based on flow. A balanced blend of movement, rest and adventure. There’s a suggested schedule but everyday is different. The group has a life of its own and we love syncing to the magic that unfolds.
We are together, but free to be alone. We go on adventures, like walking on the coast and finding coves and rocks to dive from, and taking the boat to hop on the nearby islands. Lots of sun, sea, and sun. Lots of silence, laughs, conversations, and solitude.
what’s included
6 island days / 5 nights - accommodation on our resort
Daily QiGong practices: morning & afternoon sessions
Greek-inspired vegetarian menu including brunch & dinner
Island Boat Day: A day filled with deserted islands, secret beaches & watermelons on board! (subject to weather conditions)
Visit to the picturesque town of Antiparos & dinner in our favourite local tavern (extra cost for dinner)
Group pickup & drop off from Antiparos port
Yoga equipment (Manduka mats, straps, blocks, bolsters etc)
Greek themed Goodie bags
room options
Shared Accommodation | Double Rooms
Classic & Twin Room w/ shared bathroom: Two single beds in a comfortable room with access to shared facilities and pool | €2,400 per person
Superior Room w/ en-suite bathroom: Double bed or two singles, with a private en-suite bathroom and pool access | €2,600 per person
Master Suite w/ en-suite bathroom: Luxurious suite with private living areas, en-suite bathroom, and pool access | €2,800 per person
Single Rooms
Classic Room w/ shared bathroom: Spacious room with a double bed, access to shared bathroom, and pool access | €3,400
Superior Room w/ en-suite bathroom: Double bed in a private room with en-suite bathroom and pool access | €3,800
Master Suite w/ en-suite bathroom: Elegant suite with a private living area, en-suite bathroom, and access to the pool | €4,200
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—> The above prices include EU Tax VAT 24%.
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