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Did you ever dream of practicing yoga in one of the most beautiful islands of the Mediterranean sea? Join Tania Kemou for this Ashtanga yoga retreat in Serifos and immerse into the deepest blue! The retreat creates a warm, friendly atmosphere so everyone feels welcome from the very beginning. The retreat is open to all levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners.
Say hello to Hotel Rizes, a charming boutique hotel built in the traditional architecture of the Cycladic islands. Located just a 5-minute drive from the bustling port town of Livadi, you'll be within walking distance from some of the most beautiful beaches of Serifos.
Rizes Hotel features a 110-square-meter swimming pool, a large terrace offering a magnificent view of the harbor and Chora (the main town on top of the hill), as well as a pool bar and a restaurant.
What makes Rizes Hotel the ideal place for this yoga retreat is its outdoor shala, built on a rock and overlooking the surrounding landscape. In close connection with nature and at the same time protected from the wind, you will enjoy the morning light and the stunning sunset while practicing.
The hotel consists of 15 independent apartments of about 45 square meters. All apartments have a fully equipped small kitchen, private bathroom, air conditioning, living area, and private terrace with a beautiful view of the port and Chora.
In front of the main building lies a vast terrace overlooking the surrounding landscape, offering a 25 meter swimming pool, as well as a pool bar and a fine-dining restaurant. Free parking and Wi-Fi internet throughout the hotel are also available.
Experience the perfect balance of adventure and Ashtanga on this one week yoga retreat in Serifos. Just a quick ferry ride from Athens, this secret gem of the Cycladic islands offers stunning beaches, turquoise waters, and magical sunsets for reconnecting with nature and yourself.
Led by authorised Ashtanga teacher Tania Kemou, this retreat is suitable for yogis of all levels from beginner to advanced. With a small group size, you'll get the personalised attention and guidance you need to reach your greatest potential.
Whether you're a solo traveler looking for some peace and quiet or a couple looking to deepen your practice together, this yoga holiday promises an unforgettable experience.
You will be practicing yoga twice a day, in the morning and afternoon. The morning practice will mostly be a Mysore class. The retreat will open and close with a led class.
In the led class, you will work through the Primary series, following the traditional Sanskrit counting. They will close every led class with pranayama and a short seated meditation.
In Mysore class, students practice individually, each at their own pace and working together with the teacher on their particular needs, taking more time to approach certain poses and thus going deeper into the practice.
The afternoon classes will be workshops that will allow you to go deeper into the foundations of Ashtanga yoga and build a sustainable practice. In between practices, there will be chanting and philosophy lectures followed by group discussions.
The first day will start in the afternoon with a led class followed by an opening circle to get to know each other. On the last day, you will practice only in the morning. Expected end time: 10:00 am.
A half day trip to Chora, the main town of Serifos and Mega Livadi, the location with the most spectacular sunset of the island is included. Including an afternoon stroll through Chora, followed by drinks and dinner.
Tania has been practicing yoga for 15 years. Her main practice is Ashtanga. She travels every year to Mysore, India, to study with her teacher Sharath Jois, the grandson of the founder of Ashtanga yoga, Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. In her teachings she focuses on the quality of breath, allowing students to unlock the potential of their body and gradually get to calm the mind. She uses hands on adjustments to help students find correct posture and go deeply and safely into the poses. Tania teaches in Berlin, Paris and Greece.
Serifos, only reachable by a 2-hour ferry ride, is the secret “jewel” of the Cycladic islands. It is known for its dry, rocky landscapes, secluded beaches, turquoise waters, and one of the most magical sunsets in Greece. Away from the crowds of tourists present in other islands, Serifos is ideal if you’re looking for peace, authenticity, and connection with nature and your inner self.
This retreat will be hosted at Hotel Rizes, a boutique hotel in the traditional architectural style of the Cycladic islands. The hotel is located near the beach of Agios Sostis, about 5 minutes' drive from the port town Livadi. Four of the most beautiful beaches of Serifos - Psili Amos, Agios Ioannis, Agios Sostis and Lia - lay within a walking distance of 5 to 10 minutes from the hotel.
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Tania Kemou Yoga always seeks to combine the yoga practice with wholesome, healthy, and delicious food, with a variety of options to fit all tastes and regimes. Vegetarian and vegan dishes will be offered and gluten-free, raw, and non-dairy options can be included to accommodate all participants.
The chef has created a bespoke menu based on traditional recipes with a modern and creative touch, offering the finest taste of Greece. All dishes are made with organic Greek products, so that you can enjoy the Mediterranean cuisine to the fullest.
The package includes a daily breakfast buffet, 4 dinners at the hotel restaurant, and 2 dinners out.
In between classes, you will have plenty of free time to explore the beautiful beaches of Serifos, go hiking, or enjoy a coffee and walk by the port.
Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos Airport)
100 km
Transfer not provided
The ferry from the port of Piraieus to Serifos leaves in the morning around 8 am. They will meet you at the ferry at least 30 minutes before departure to pick up the tickets and board. The ferry ride takes about 2 hours.
The return ferry leaves around 3 pm from Serifos. You should arrive back in Piraieus around 5 pm.
You should allow one day prior and after the retreat for traveling and book two extra nights in Athens. They can help with making a group booking at a hotel close to the port of Piraieus, but you are of course free to organize your own stay.
Ferry tickets are included in the retreat price. They make a group booking (Piraieus-Serifos / Serifos-Piraieus) for all participants.
However, if you are planning to either arrive to Serifos earlier, reach Serifos from another island, or if you wish to extend your stay on Serifos or any other island and therefore the ferry schedule does not suit you, you are free to organize your ferry trip yourself. Please note that there will not be any refunds in case you will not use the pre booked ferry tickets.
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