Awakening Movement

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Awakening Movement

With Hagar Shachal

20.8–26.8

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MY RETREAT

Imagine a beautiful summer getaway nestled on a secluded bay and farm, where you can unwind, reconnect with yourself, and enjoy some time in the peace and beauty of nature. This guided space is designed to help you awaken your senses through and to the healing power of movement.

 

Enjoy a week full of activities that will help you rediscover the abundance and beauty of your natural self and the nature around you, such as kayaking, hiking to ancient temples, and soaking up the serenity of the beach, olive grove, and vineyard. 

 

Through yoga, meditations, breath-work, and rituals/ceremonies, you'll explore tools that release physical tension, give emotions their expression, and reignite a sense of passion for life.

 

A perfect retreat to let go of the stresses of daily life and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, there is something for everyone to leave feeling rejuvenated and excited.

 

Morning Offering:

Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, Breathwork / Pranayama, Meditations.

Evening Offering:

Restorative Yoga, Guided Meditations, Rebirthing Breathwork, Guided Intuitive Movement.

 

Special offerings

Rebirthing Breathwork:

A simple while powerful breathwork technique to release emotional blockages, soothe our nervous system, reclaim our sensuality, and revitalize our life force energy.

Walking Meditation to Ancient Temple:

We'll journey down one of Kea's ancient paths, immersed in abundant olive tress and sounds of nature, to a historic Apollo temple located on a secluded bay.

Who Is In? Self Inquiry Meditation:

A meditative practice that merges elements from Zen Buddhism and Western psychology to loosen our attachments to our narrative selves and reconnect to our intrinsic nature. 

Guided Intuitive Movement:

A playground of movement, where our body is the vessel to explore and through which to express. Using imaginative guidance we are led into an embodied intuitive journey. Reigniting a sense of curiosity and presence through our sensations.

  • Hagar Shachal
  • Hagar Shachal
  • Hagar Shachal
  • Hagar Shachal
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  • Hagar Shachal
  • Hagar Shachal

Hagar Shachal

Your teacher

Hagar Shachal is a meditative movement facilitator, who focuses on bridging between our physical and emotional movement.

Having spent the majority of her life as a professional contemporary dancer at some of the world’s leading companies, Hagar holds a breadth of expertise in various movement techniques including Ashtanga Yoga, guided intuitive movement, and dance.

Paired with her love for and knowledge in movement and meditation, she guides individuals to connect with their bodies as a channel to express their authentic selves.

 

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WHAT YOU WILL TAKE HOME

  • Accessible self care tools to release blockages and access liveliness
  • A renewed appreciation and curiosity for your body and movement
  • A deepened yoga practice and understanding of the yogic sequences
  • Strong friendships and beautiful memories
  • Light and playful attitude towards life
  • Well nourished heart and stomach
  • A rejuvenated mind, body + spirit

Retreating with us

  • 6 days/nights long, from Sunday to Saturday
  • Full board in an upscale traditionally designed cottage with private balcony
  • Two yoga classes per day
  • One meditation or celebration/ceremony per day 
  • 3 abundant and delicious meals each day (cooked using our fresh farm and sea produce)
  • One group dinner at Kea Retreat’s family’s taverna
  • Yoga equipment and accessories (mats, blocks, bolsters, straps, and blankets)
  • Pickup and drop off at ferry station
  • Swimming pool with in water lounging section
  • Vegetable garden
  • A private bay
  • Spontaneous dancing every night

Additional Activities:

Kayaks – venture into the sea with our kayaks, double or single, to discover caves and more isolated beaches.

Snorkeling – for those looking to discover what’s lurking under the surface and meet our local fish, or do some shell diving, snorkels and goggles are available.

Illoulida – walk down to the ancient capital, Ioulida, during sunset hours to explore the beautiful architecture and small shops (clothing, ceramics, local produce).

Island boat trip – set sail around the island on a calm ocean bed to uncover hidden corners of the island that can only be experienced by boat.

Hikes – the island is full of ancient trails that cross through farmlands and forests, up greeny hills, or down to secret shores with ruins from the 12th century BC.

Kastriani monastery – drive up the windy cliffs of the northern peak of the island to the breathtakingly beautiful blue and white Greek orthodox monastery that overlooks the Aegean sea.

Winery – have a picnic between the grape leaves of Kea Retreat’s vineyard while sipping on their locally grown wine.

Arts and crafts – feel free to use the art supplies situated on the shelf and let your creativity flow.

Music and Instruments – strum away at the guitar or play the tibetan bowls to the intoxicating sounds of nature.

Relax – unwind by picking a book off of the shelf and laying down on one of the outdoor beanbags, hammocks, or couches, or take a few more steps down to the beach and soak up some sun.

TEACHER’S NOTE

Like water, if we remain stagnant

EXTRA PRIVATE SERVICES: 

For participants who would like to deepen the practices we share through the week, there is the option of having a private yoga session (cost 75 euros – 60 minutes) as well as a private tea ceremony and meditation session (cost 90 euros – 60 minutes).