Hatha Vinyasa & Yin Yoga Retreat in Crete
Join us for a radiant hiking and beach yoga retreat in Crete. Immerse yourself in daily yoga sessions, invigorating hikes through scenic trails and relaxing beach time at our yoga retreat. Find joy, peace and reconnect with nature.
Theme of Hiking and Beach Yoga Retreat :
Your breath creates all sorts of subtle movement which serves the purpose of nourishing you, keeping you agile and healthy.
Experience transformational breath in meditation, pranayama & yoga practice.
Understand how to utilise your breath in transitions.
Reflect with journalling.
Soak up nature during hikes and salty sea air.
Indulge in good company or indulge in time alone with yourself.
Cultivate awareness of the subtle self; through depth bringing lightness into your life.
Enhance your radiance through breathing deeper and relaxing the nervous system.
Yoga Styles
Flow Focused Vinyasa
Alignment Focused Yoga Hatha
Yin
Yoga Nidra
Highlights
Daily morning yoga, meditation, pranayama
Daily hiking, swimming, beach, and journaling
1 x personalised asana research workshop
1 x guided massage exchange workshop
1 x Yin yoga with Aroma Therapy
1 x Yoga Nidra
1 x Cacao ceremony
Location & Accommodation
The beachfront retreat centre enjoys stunning views of crystal clear water with gorgeous Mediterranean weather. Meals are locally-sourced vegetarian meals with vegan and gluten free options.
Our shala is made of natural rock and a wooden floor with panoramic view of the sea.
Structure of our Hiking and Beach Yoga Retreat:
Main language is English. German, Greek and Spanish spoken too.
Open level - with movement, yoga or sport experience required. You should be acquainted with sun salutations, standing asanas and savasana. Modifications are always available.
Check in September 28, from 15 pm - Check out on October 5, 11 am
Special Workshops:
Personal Asana Research
The "Personal Asana Research" workshop focuses on exploring challenging yoga poses in small groups, tailoring the asanas to your body to hone your personal practice.
Aroma Yin
In Aroma Yin essential oils are placed on meridians that are targeted in the class. Their essence carried through the olfactory nervous system assists the flow of energy during the practice and brings Yin to another level.
Cacao Ceremony
Utilising the qualities of raw cacao, this ceremony will enable you to remember how it is to feel grounded with an open heart: ready to receive more joy and love in your life.
All program points are optional and no guest is required to attend.
Sample schedule
08:30 - 10:00 - Meditation, pranayama and a yoga practice of Vinyasa & Hatha
10:30 - 11:30 Brunch
11:00 - 16:00 - Beach, Hiking, Journaling, etc.
16:00 - 17:00 - Additional Special workshops on 3 days
18:00 - Daily dinner
19:00 - Evening program of Yin, aroma therapy, yoga, meditation, pranayama on 4 evenings
(Slight changes to schedule may apply)
Mary Marianne Schmidt
Facilitator
Berlin based, native English speaker, Mary aka Marianne Schmidt
800 hrs YA E-RYT Yoga teacher,
med. Massage therapist & Holistic Bodyworker,
Founder of Soul Treats
"The way I teach is influenced by my studies of yoga, embodiment, dance, and holistic bodywork and my background as dancer and massage therapist My yogic philosophy: "Yoga as a holistic journey.” I hold a strong foundation in anatomy, the values of inclusivity, music as medium and a passion to connect and to help each of my students to connect too.
My yoga style varies from introspective & classical to unconventional & untamed. I offer consistent attention to breath, healthy anatomical alignment and view acceptance, softness and commitment as strengths.”
I specialize in classical vinyasa hatha, vinyasa flow, anatomy-focused core and back yoga, as well as restorative yoga. I host yoga retreats and have organized massage spaces at music festivals. Love, Mary "