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8 Day Zen Yoga and Meditation Retreat in Zakynthos, Greece

May | June | October | May, 2025–2026
    from US$ 802
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    3 Day Water and Wilderness Luxury Yoga Holiday in Shrewsbury, UK

    February 19-21, 2025 | March 7-9, 2025
      from US$ 637
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      Melanie Glazzard

      Barbara Clother

      Reviews (20)

      Debra Robins

      from United Kingdom, September 2023

      "Yoga retreat "

      This has been my first yoga retreat and has been the best week ever. The standard and expertise of both theory and practice of Zen yoga was fantastic.

      I had the warmest welcome from the second I arrived to being dropped off at the airport. Within the 10/15 minute drive to the retreat, I felt like I’d know these two ladies all my life. Nothing was too much trouble. I’d go back in a heartbeat. ‘Out to explore’ Barbara and Melanie Thank you so much

      Tami Mccook

      from United States, August 2023

      "An amazing week!"

      Barbara and Melanie were so kind and helpful. The classes were brilliant- my favorites are the ones outdoors on the beach or looking at the views from on top of a mountain. There’s so much time to rest in between classes and after. Perfect walking distance from Argassi main road with shops restaurants and bars. A ride into Zakynthos town is a quick 10 minutes and worth it. Hope to visit again!

      Anonymous

      from United Kingdom, October 2022

      "Beautiful week’s retreat"

      Great accommodation, yoga twice a day in a variety of environments and a fabulous teacher!

      Kathryn Elliott

      from United Kingdom, September 2022

      "Yoga holiday"

      Fabulous classes and accommodation

      Skarlet Ilieva-markova

      from United Kingdom, June 2022

      "Very good experience. Barbara was very experienced and helpf"

      I am so happy of having this 5 days in beautiful zakyntos with perfect yoga training.

      Thank you Barbara!

      Anonymous

      from United Kingdom, October 2021

      "A full on Yoga Holiday"

      The accommodation has everything you need; and lively Argassi is 10 walking minutes away, with bars, shops, restaurants (Peppermint, Green Frog, Charlie Chaplin are my suggestions) and supermarkets. Barbara has an easeful, gentle yoga practice, suitable for the beginner and the more experienced; each session is very different from the other, so you can explore a variety of approaches. There was a blend of indoor and outdoor practice: we practiced both in the studio, and on a beach, on a pub’s garden, on a lawn by a swimming pool, and on a hill by a lovely tavern, where you can have breakfast. Barbara was flexible with the timetable, so we could have our class later if we were out and about.

      Prue Duggan

      from Netherlands, October 2021

      "Transformative and totally restorative experience"

      Barbara's teaching style, beyond being brilliantly instructive and accessible is incredibly warm and welcoming. I found that being given the opportunity to explore different Zen and meditation approaches alongside the daily yoga sessions really helped me deepen my own meditation practice. It's been a few weeks since the retreat and I am still drawing on what I leaned and meditating daily.

      Explorer's Rest is just a few minutes walk from the shops and restaurants of Agassi, which is perfectly located to explore Zakynthos' incredible beaches to the north and south. The apartments are thoughtfully stocked with everything you need to be self-sufficient. The shower's are awesome and the beds are comfy.

      I really can't recommend this retreat enough.

      S Oikonomou

      from United Kingdom, September 2021

      "Very enjoyable relaxing retreat"

      I truly enjoyed my time with Barbara at her retreat! The yoga instruction is excellent. Almost in every practice I would hear about and try something new which made it an even more very intriguing experience. The yoga is very relaxing and 'stretchy' which worked wonders to alleviate the stress of a long winter. Barbara made me feel super comfortable to go at my own pace and try new things. I also loved that she took the group out to practice in different outdoor locations, practising even more special.

      The accommodation was also very nice. I was put in one of the sistering hotels and I was super happy with the room, spacious, comfy bed, stunning balcony.

      Argassi is not really the best Zakynthos has to offer but if you rent a car or a scooter you'll be able to reach really beautiful parts of the island very easily.

      Annemarie Bol

      from Netherlands, September 2021

      "Mooie ervaring!"

      De yogalessen, het eiland, buitenyoga onder de olijfbomen, het hotel is heerlijk met zwembad, fijne sfeer, leuk dorpje, met auto naar mooie stranden geweest, boottochten-> alles is mogelijk hier! Lekker eten en vooral eindeloos veel

      Zon 🌞

      Carol Cromwell

      from Ireland, July 2021

      "We had a fantastic instructor who went above and beyond"

      Barbra was a brilliant teacher, she brought us to the most wonderful places to do yoga, in the mountains and by the sea classes were breathtaking at times felt so sureal and beautiful, she took us to a place one day called shipwreck it took us an hour to get there but what an experience, Barbra looked after us so well and is such a lovely positive person to be around, so glad I done this retreat have made great friends and a fab time

      Haley Hendrix

      from United States, June 2021

      "Wonderful Experience!"

      I had a great time staying with Barbara and taking her wonderful classes. The accommodation is perfect and in a quiet location. There was a good balance of classes, beach excursions, and free time as well. It was a great way to experience Zakynthos and I can't wait to go back!

      Maria Malaniia

      from United Kingdom, August 2020

      "A fantastic experience! Must-do if you need a mental break"

      Barbara was a fantastic host, lovely and hospitable, always happy to help if you had any questions. She is also a fantastic yoga instructor and guided me through the whole experience and meditation. It was the perfect island and the perfect yoga practice for me.

      Debra Barr-smith

      from United Kingdom, September 2019

      "superbly organised yoga journey on beautiful greek island"

      hats off to barbara who knocked her socks off to arrange a wonderful, challenging and varied yoga and travel experience. she managed to attend to all of our various levels effortlessly. we all felt special.

      the yoga sessions in her beautiful studio were great followed by delicious home-made breakfast in the garden. also, sunrise and sunset yoga set on various amazing beaches followed by marvellous picnics or dinners out.

      we were taken to the stunning unspoilt locations that only a greek resident could know about.

      highlights: beautiful friendly island. turtle beach. olive groves. cliff climbing.. turquoise seas--not to mention the adorable dog callum, but you have to go there to see what i mean.

      accommodation: clean, spacious and comfortable with all attentions and mod cons. delightful balconies with views to green hills.. swimming in great pools. just minutes walk to small village and sea with all shops and restaurants.

      book it now!

      Kim Ash

      from United Kingdom, September 2019

      "Kim"

      I loved the variety of yoga that Barbara provided. I loved the beach yoga. The aqua yoga was unusual and fun! She generously took us around the island and we had a fabulous experience. Also brilliant were the picnics and breakfasts...eating outside is fab! The breakfasts prepared by Barbara's daughter Stephie were magnificent!

      Also memorable is Barbara's little dog Calum, who was as sweet as sweet can be! He even came in on some of the yoga sessions, but I have to say his attention span was rather short, and he kept wanting to leave! Then he wanted to join in again. Barbara was an excellent host and teacher with a lovely calm and friendly manner.

      Marjolein Bruinzeel

      from United States, May 2019

      "Ontzettend genoten!"

      De week was ondanks minder mooi weer fantastisch! De ontvangst door Barbara was zeer hartelijk en haar warme persoonlijkheid heeft samen met de fijne fijne yoga en meditatiesessies de week een speciale touch gegeven.

      Sofia Kostyuchenko

      from Germany, October 2018

      "Excelent Yoga holidays"

      Barbara - the yoga teacher - is amazing. She made me feel comfortable at yoga and in my whole time in Greece. During the yoga classes she showed empathy with me and every participant of the class. The classes were excelent for beginners and people who are familiar with yoga. Barbara was very supporting and helpful as I wanted to reschedule one class and as I got sick. She took me with her on some trips in her free time and the atmosphere was rather like between friends and not a business relationship. I felt very welcome and happy. Thank you very much!

      Anonymous

      from Australia, September 2018

      "Fabulous week "

      What a truly amazing experience. Barbara is a magnificent human and a wonderful yoga and meditation guide. Her relaxed, hospitable vibe made this week a joy. She arranged some wonderful trips around the island and challenged us a little too. Yoga in picture postcard perfect places. Meditations to ground and inspire us. So much better than expected. My husband and I attended the week together and although he was the only guy, Barbara made him feel very welcome. More guys should do a yoga retreat like this- still plenty of free time to enjoy a few beers at some great little taverns in the evenings!

      Anonymous

      from United States, September 2018

      "Thank you!"

      The entire experience was incredible.

      Will Finn

      from United Kingdom, March 2018

      "Rejuvenating yoga and meditation in the Greek countryside. "

      Barbara is a kind, welcoming hostess and the self-catering accommodation was ideal; next door but separate from the yoga studio in quiet countryside and a short walk to supermarket and restaurants. Zakynthos town with all facolitis is a short taxi ride away.

      As a yoga teacher Barbra was very encouraging and while the yoga was challenging it was always good fun. I learnt a lot and Barbara helped me develop a simple yoga practice whicheck I will use at home and when travelling. The meditations that Barbara led were calm and effective and the yoga nidra practice which ended each evening session ensured a great nights sleep.