Aegean Yoga & Wellbeing Retreat
Antiparos, Greece
25th May – 1st June 2024

overview | retreat leader | dates, location & travel | accommodation & investment

Join Clare next summer 2024 for a life changing yoga retreat & holiday on the beautiful Greek island of Antiparos.

“Words cannot really express what this experience has given me. It has been the most supporting, nurturing, beautiful connection of feminine energy. The classes and workshops were nourishing and stunning with such heart felt wisdom. Clare is wise beyond her years. “
Lisa, Summer Solstice Retreat, June 2023

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Antiparos is a small picturesque island at the heart of the Cyclades group of islands in the southern Aegean with small fishing boats in the port, white-washed houses, tavernas and cafés. The island also offers over 60 km of stunning shoreline and is blessed with crystalline emerald waters, golden sandy beaches and other extraordinary natural wonders such as the famous Cave of Antiparos.

Our days will start with morning mindfulness / meditation, breath practices, energising practices, reflection & optional journaling. Daytimes will be free time for you to relax at our beautiful retreat venue, swim in the sea, explore, or do with as you wish…

We will come together again in the late afternoon to participate in activities which will include a mix of somatic yoga, yin yoga, breath practices, meditation, yoga nidra, workshops, energy coaching and sound healing.

Each day will have a different theme and will include between 3 – 4.5 hours of yoga and wellbeing related classes & workshops. Morning practices will be more energising, and afternoon practices will be more restorative. The stunning location and surrounding nature will be weaved into the days’ theme and practices.

“Really accessible for all levels and very well led. I loved that we made the most of the environment and nature and brought it into our practice”.
Anonymous, Summer Solstice Retreat, June 2023

Our retreat venue is based right on the beach so between activities, you can enjoy swimming in the sea, and relaxing in our beautiful retreat gardens and surroundings.

The main town of Antiparos with its narrow, cobbled stoned alleyways and streets, white washed houses decorated with thriving pink and purple bougainvillea and shadowy eucalyptus trees, is also within an easy 10 minute walking distance.

One afternoon will be kept completely free for you to explore the island.

During the course of the week, there will also be the opportunity to join a cacao ceremony, journey meditation with drum, dancing and a boat trip.

On three evenings, we will eat out together, but you will also have several evenings free to explore the local area and choose where to go for dinner and who with. You’ll be able to watch stunning sunsets over the sea as the evening draws in.

This is going to be a week to remember – a life changing retreat, escape and holiday. Rest, relax, heal, uplift, energise, and rejuvenate – with like-minded people in stunning surroundings – we will have a LOT of fun!

Please note: Whilst we actively encourage participation in the retreat offerings, this is YOUR holiday too and all of the meditations, yoga classes, workshops, activities and group trips are optional. For example, you may choose to spend more time exploring the island, or you may like to have a lie in one morning!

“A safe, heart-warming experience filled with love and wisdom. My cup has been filled.”
Bex, Wild Women’s Well-being Retreat 2022

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about your retreat leader

Clare Francis is the founder of Harmonise Training Academy, a senior yoga teacher & teacher trainer with Yoga Alliance. She has attended over 1,200 hours of Yoga trainings herself including hatha, Vinyasa flow, ashtanga, yin, yoga nidra, meditation, pranayama, chakras & elements, sound healing, trauma informed, back care, pre & post-natal, therapeutic yoga for cancer & therapeutic somatic yoga for healing, stress & burnout.

Clare has been teaching Yoga, Pilates and movement for over 23 years and delivering yoga and pilates teacher trainings and retreats for the past 10 years. She is very used to leading groups & holding space. She is also a trained life coach and energy coach.

“Wonderful, healing and nourishing …
Clare is a fantastic leader with such a great approach”
Sally, Wild Women’s Well-being Retreat 2022

Clare will deliver a range of carefully themed practices each day, to increase your vitality and nourish your body, mind and soul for your maximum health and well-being. She can tailor all offerings to meet you where you are at. Her inclusive, accessible and intuitive approach invites you to enrich your inner awareness and experience, whatever the style of practice, leaving you feeling uplifted, energised, renewed, grounded, calm, peaceful, balanced, joyful and present with self.

I look forward to welcoming you on the mat overlooking the stunning views of the beach!

dates & location

When?: 25th May – 1st June 2024.

Where?: Antiparos Island, Greece

TRAVEL

An international flight to Athens and a domestic flight from there to Paros is usually the most convenient route.
You can also take a boat/highspeed ferry from Athens or any of the Cycladic Islands to the island of Paros.
Once on Paros you’re practically there. Paros to Antiparos is only a 7-minute ferry ride, with ferries departing every half-hour from the main port.
The ferry for Antiparos leaves from Pounta and is easily reached by local bus or taxi, both from Parikia (the port of Paros) or from the airport.
The retreat driver can pick you up at Paros airport and bring you directly to the venue.*

TOP TIPS

Flights to Athens are available through a number of different airlines. For lower cost flights, we recommend checking Wizz Air.
Once you’ve reserved your place, you will receive a point of contact that you can e-mail with questions about travel arrangements/advice or additional accommodation (e.g extra nights).
Please ensure you have up to date travel insurance to cover yourself during your stay or in the event you are unable to attend due to illness.
Accommodation options are booked on a first-come, first-served basis – your £250 deposit is all that’s required upfront to reserve your chosen option, so don’t hesitate.
There will be plenty of opportunity for self-reflection and journaling, so please bring a notebook and pen!

*Transfers included on arrival and departure between the port of Antiparos and the retreat venue: Pick up: Sat 25th May at 4pm. Drop off: Sat 1st June at 12 pm.

accommodation options & investment

Accommodation: All accommodation has a private terrace, sea views, en-suite bathroom, fridge and kettle. The apartments have a bedroom area with a double bed in, and a living room area with 2 single beds.

Apartments:

Three people sharing: £1,250 / £1,230 early bird
Two people sharing: £1,310/ £1,290 early bird

Studios:

Two people sharing (perfect for couples): £1,295 / £1,275
Single Occupancy: £1,450 / £1,400 early bird

All prices above are per person.

What’s included:

Your accommodation and beautiful retreat surroundings
All Harmonise run yoga and wellbeing activities
Tea and fruits will be provided in the mornings and afternoons
A large buffet brunch will be served mid-morning – delicious Greek and vegetarian food
3 evening meals on arrival and departure days and 1 in between – all at local restaurants.
Arrival and departure transfer between Antiparos port and the retreat venue.

What’s not included:

Flight tickets/ferry fees
All other costs of transport each way between the airport and the ferry ports – NB. taxis can be shared by up to 4 people.
Meals out other than those already mentioned as included. You are free to make your own arrangements for meals on the other evenings.
Transfers between port of Antiparos and our venue at other times than the ones included are possible at a cost of 10 EUR

Earlybird discount ends 31st October 2023!

SUMMER SUPER EARLY-BIRD OFFER:
Use promo code SUMMER10 for an extra £10 off (until 31st August!)

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Payment options:

Pay £250 deposit (non-refundable) to secure your place
Payments can be spread monthly by standing order (at no additional cost) from the date of registration.
Alternatively pay the balance after deposit in full by 1st March 2024
The total balance (including payment plans) must be paid by 1st March 2024
No refunds will be given after 1st March 2024, unless your place can be filled either by you or Harmonise (We will do our best to find someone)!

“Hard to put a value on the time spent re-setting, talking and practising whilst surrounded by nature and completely supported by our leader and the group”
Sally, Summer Solstice Retreat, June 2023

Health & Safety – The important bit!

Neither Harmonise Training Academy nor Clare Francis accept any liability for injuries or losses during the retreat. Please ensure you have up to date travel insurance. You will be requested to complete a health & safety questionnaire on arrival so that Clare can ensure your safe participation for the yoga offerings.

“Recommend this to everyone and anyone. It’s the perfect combination of movement, breathing, mindfulness, stillness, socialising and remarkable inspiration from the facilitator Clare, not to mention the food, the setting, the dancing and the classes.”
Anna, Retreat Participant 2023