Rest & Rejuvenate

With Eva Kandra

16.6–22.6

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MY RETREAT

Take the time amongst busy schedules and daily to-do lists, to re-energise and re-orient, in the midst of nature. Allow your senses to heighten, expand + soften as we drop out of the thinking mind and into the feeling body. This retreat is specifically curated to shift the way you feel... energetically, emotionally and physically. We have a tendency to want to run full steam ahead; this week is about slowing down and stopping to smell the roses. Get rested, invite expansion in + make deep connections along the way!

Embark on a transformative journey with Eva in the raw beauty of the Mediterranean. Inspired by her Balinese heritage, Eva blends somatic teachings, Tantra yoga, and art with ritualistic practices, offering a harmonious fusion of cultural richness and global wisdom. Join her for a unique experience, delving into practices to regulate your nervous system and reconnect with your essence amid the serene tranquility of this Greek oasis.

Morning Offering:

A blend of meditation, pranayama and asana. We’ll draw from the traditional principles of Yoga, Eva's lineages' and our own, embodied way of being. Overall, the morning classes will be more of a Yang energy ~ energising breathwork, sweaty asana and movement inspired from many modalities.

Evening Offering:

Yin style classes, filled with guided meditation, restorative movement somatic practices to calm the nervous system.

Special offerings

Clay & Somatic Creativity:

Using the element of clay to reconnect to the present momenet, reignite our creative lifeforce and learn the art of let go.

Herbalism Workshop:

An excursion to forage and discover the local wild herbs, learn about their natural healing compounds and how to access them.

La Lune Meditation:

Get Yin to bed with this soothing guided Nidra-inspired bedtime practice.

EVA KANDRA

Your teacher

Eva Kandra, a Balinese Canadian immersed in the enchanting landscapes of Bali, seamlessly blends her rich cultural roots with global perspectives as a somatic teachings and Tantra yoga teacher.

Drawing from her Balinese upbringing, Eva infuses her practices with ritualistic elements, creating a transformative experience that transcends traditional yoga. Her teachings extend beyond the physical, guiding individuals to regulate their systems and rediscover their essence through a harmonious integration of mind, body, and spirit. As an artist, she weaves creative arts into her sessions, fostering a holistic approach to well-being that reflects the deep connection to both her heritage and a tangible experience of our lifeforce / creative energy while being in the present moment.

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WHAT YOU WILL TAKE HOME

What you will take home:
A rejuvenated mind, body + spirit
New, meaningful connections

A deeper understanding + clarity of a self-practice
Simple breathwork practices + rituals
A shift in perspective

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

This retreat is about understanding that we hold the medicine we need in order to transform our lives. It will be a safe healing space that will bring us together in community in order to come back to ourselves, to make friends, and to celebrate existence. By slowing down and reconnecting to the rhythms of nature, we will align with the beauty of the present moment.

It is a week of cultivating joy, space to reflect, rest and abundant self-love.

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).