THE ART OF SURRENDER WITH SJANA ELISE

6-12 SEp 2020 | greece | RESCHEDULED DUE TO COVID

THE EXPERIENCE

“The Art Of Surrender" Retreat is exactly what you need in order to reset after a long period of stress and worry. This is a 7 day journey of the self, through the self and to the self. Unfolding, and unearthing your shadows. Acknowledging and accepting your truths, growing through your limitations and expanding in your innate and divine personal power. A week of transformational shifts, and connecting deeper to your inner self.

There will be daily yoga classes, a couple of workshops, time for leisure and relaxation, boat trips and island hopping across some of Greeces' most beautiful blue waters, and space to unfold completely. All your meals and activities will be arranged for you, so this is your opportunity to release control, and SURRENDER.

ISLAND HOPPING DAY

1 boat ride, 2 remote islands, 4 secret beaches, 1 plane-wreck, 100 boat-jumps, 1 sea-view taverna, 35 tastes of Greece

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 sjanaelise

Sjana Elise is a 500h YTT certified international yoga instructor , a wellness influencer, a blogger and avid traveller and believes that all women deserve to feel empowered and confident in their skin . Read more about Sjana Elise, here.

Sjana Elise will host two yoga classes daily, each flow is uniquely designed to be like a hug to the mind and soul. The first classes will be focused on feeling good within the body and gradually making it stronger and lighter.
Morning yoga classes will be Energising and fun, (Yang / celebrations of life!). Evening classes will be restorative and relaxing (Yin / self connection and nurturing). Sjana will also teach an inversion workshop, a yoga nidra session as well as 2 Satya circles.

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

COVID-19 | Yoga & Safety: The yoga takes place in an outdoor covered yoga shala which is sunlight & easily aired and yoga mats will be placed within a two metres distance. 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. Adjustments will be offered only orally by the teacher. Read more

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. His approach to longevity and happiness is based on three components: physical practice (yoga asana), conscious eating and mental exercise (mindfulness).

Esco 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 daily specialty & his ‘innocent’ deserts.

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 (mask and gloves). 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.

THE RETREAT INCLUDES

• 7 island days / 6 nights - accommodation on our beachfront yoga resort

• 2 daily practices: Morning Energising class, Afternoon Restorative & Relaxing class

• 1 inversions workshop & 1 Yoga Nidra

• 2 Satya Circles

• Vegetarian menu created by Greece’s top vegetarian chef, Esco, including brunch, take-away lunch & dinner | vegan & gluten free options available

• Fresh produce of local fruits and vegetables

• Group pickup from Koufonisia port & drop off on departure

• Yoga equipment (Manduka mats, straps, blocks, etc)

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS & RETREAT PRICING

SHARED ACCOMMODATION | twin room

Lower level room with two single beds & shared bathroom with another room -- 2.290€ per person

Sea view room with two single beds & shared bathroom with another room-- 2.490€ per person

SHARED ACCOMMODATION | king room

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

Sea view Junior Suite with King size bed & en suite bathroom -- 2.690€ per person

* Suggested for couples, family or close friends who are happy to share a double bed!

SINGLE ACCOMMODATION | queen - king room

Lower level room with Queen size bed & open en suite bathroom -- 3.390€

Sea view room with Queen size bed & shared bathroom with another room -- 3.490€

Sea view room with Queen size bed & en suite bathroom -- 3.890€

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

—> Important Note: Any new bookings made for the retreat between March 15th and June 30th can be fully refundable until the 30th June 2020 and we will be re-evaluating the possibility of a further extension if required. Additionally, we are extending the due payments to offer our guests more time before making further commitments..

Payment plans available

View room photos here

A TYPICAL DAY

8.00 - 8.30         Herbal Tea | Coffee | Seasonal Fruits

8.30 - 10.00       Morning Practice

10.00 - 11.00     Brunch

11.00 - 17.00     Activities | Beach | Free Time

17.00 - 18.30     Afternoon Practice

19.00                 Dinner

TRAVEL INFO

COVID-19 Updates: Greece has started gradually opening up its borders to tourists since June 15th. In the official page of the greek government you may find the latest updates on how Greece opens up to the world. You may also visit the page of the U.S. Embassy in Greece for more information and regular updates.

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 6th of September | Last update 02.07.2020

• From Santorini port (code JTR) to Koufonisia (code KOU) | departure: 12.15 - arrival: 14.40 | boat name: SEAJET 2 

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

• From Piraeus port in Athens (code PIR) to Koufonisia (code KOU) | departure: 07.00 - arrival: 14.40 | boat name: SEAJET 2

Departure options on the 12th of September | Last update 02.07.2020

• From Koufonisia to Santorini port | departure: 13.25 - arrival: 15.20 | boat name: SEAJET 2

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

• From Koufonisia to Piraeus port in Athens | departure: 13.25 - arrival: 21.00 | boat name: SEAJET 2

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.