Name: Yoga, Qi Gong, and Meditation at Iliohoos in Pilion
Price range: from 702.00

"Jia ke Hara" translates to "Health and Joy" in Greek and offers a retreat with fewer therapy hours and more free time to pause and enjoy the stunning nature of Pilion. It includes a combination of breathing/movement exercises (Qi Gong), dancing, and a beach holiday.

Arrival Date: 5 October 2024

7/14 nights, bathroom/toilet, fridge, air conditioning (at a charge), balcony/terrace and possibly sea view
4/8 light breathing and body exercises (approx. 120')
4/8 evening meditation, relaxation exercises and Qigong self-massages (approx. 90')
2 Greek dances
5/9 evening meals (daily except on the 4 hiking days and the free day)
Optional: 2 day hikes per week
Transfers (round trip for 14 nights, one way for 7 nights)

Daily Schedule

Except on the 4 hiking days and the rest day

08:30 - 09:30 Breakfast
10:00 - 12:00 healing breathing and body exercises
12:00 - 17:00 free for swimming, relaxing and beach enjoyment
17:00 - 18:30 Relaxation exercises and meditation
19:00 - 20:30 Group dinner (5/9 times; excluding hiking days and rest day)

Programme subject to change.

Minimum number of participants: 6. If this number is not reached, the organiser reserves the right to cancel the trip 14 days before the start date.

The QiGong Retreat includes breathing/movement exercises, self-massages, and meditations. You will learn to use movement, breath, and perception to feel and direct the flow of life energy, thus removing energy blockages. When life energy flows unhindered, it creates inner peace, harmony, and healing. The skills taught provide a comprehensive health program for everyday life. (Light body and breathing exercises in the style of Taiji-Qigong, silkworm exercise, Qigong abdominal massage, Taoist relaxation (Hso Wan), fusion of the 5 elements, small heavenly energy cycle, the six healing sounds, meridian theory, Yin-Yang theory).

Arrival Dates: 4 May / 24 August / 7 September 2024

Available for 7 or 14 nights, arrival in the first week recommended

7/14 nights, en-suite bathroom, fridge, air conditioning (at a charge), balcony/terrace and possibly sea view
4/8x morning (approx. 60') and mid-morning exercises (approx. 150')
4/8x evening meditations (approx. 90')
Breakfast buffet
5/9x dinners
Optional: 2 day hikes per week
Transfers (round trip for 14 nights, one way for 7 nights)

Daily Schedule

Except on the 4 hiking days and the rest day:

07:30 - 08:30 Healing breath and body exercises
08:30 - 09:30 Breakfast
10:00 - 12:30 Gentle movements for revitalization and longevity
12:30 - 18:00 Free time for swimming, relaxing, and enjoying the beach
18:00 - 19:30 Relaxation exercises and meditation
19:30 - 21:00 Group dinner (5/9 times; excluding hiking days and rest day)

Program subject to change.

Minimum number of participants: 6. If this number is not reached, the organizer reserves the right to cancel the trip 14 days before the start date.

Kriya-Hatha-Yoga, Asanas, Pranayama, Meditation, Surya Namaskara, Relaxation, Nidra-Yoga, Lectures on Yoga

Arrival Date: 1 June 2024

Bookable for 14 or 7 nights, arrival in the first week recommended

7/14 nights, bathroom/toilet, fridge, air conditioning (at a charge), balcony/terrace and possibly sea view
4/8x morning (approx. 60') and mid-morning exercises (approx. 150')
4/8x evening meditations (approx. 90')
Breakfast buffet
5/9x dinner (daily except on the 4 hiking days and the day off)
optional: 2 day hikes per week
Transfer (round trip for 14 nights, one way for 7 nights)

Daily Schedule

except on the 4 hiking days and the day off:

07:30 - 08:30 Guided meditation and Surya Namaskara
08:30 - 09:30 Breakfast
10:00 - 12:30 Hatha Yoga
12:30 - 18:00 Free for swimming, relaxing, and beach enjoyment
18:00 - 19:30 Deep relaxation, meditation, and concentration exercises
19:30 - 21:00 Dinner together (5/9x; excluding hiking days and day off)

Programme subject to change.

Minimum number of participants: 6. If this number is not reached, the organiser reserves the right to cancel the trip 14 days before the start date.

The 10 simple movements for rejuvenation and longevity (Hui Chun Gong), Qigong body massage, the fusion of the 5 elements, illuminating the body, great heavenly energy circuit, Taoist wisdom.

Arrival Dates: 21 September 2024

Bookable for 14 or 7 nights, arrival in the first week recommended

7/14 nights, bathroom/toilet, fridge, air conditioning (at a charge), balcony/terrace and possibly sea view
4/8x morning (approx. 60') and mid-morning exercises (approx. 150')
4/8x evening meditations (approx. 90')
Breakfast buffet
5/9x dinner
optional 2 day hikes per week
Transfer (round trip for 14 nights, one way for 7 nights)

Daily Schedule

except on the 4 hiking days and the day off:

07:30 - 08:30 Healing breath and body exercises
08:30 - 09:30 Breakfast
10:00 - 12:30 Gentle movements for revitalisation and longevity
12:30 - 18:00 Free for swimming, relaxing, and beach enjoyment
18:00 - 19:30 Relaxation exercises and meditation
19:30 - 21:00 Dinner together (5/9x; excluding hiking days and day off)

Programme subject to change.

Minimum number of participants: 6. If this number is not reached, the organiser reserves the right to cancel the trip 14 days before the start date.

Yoga and Qigong: Hatha Yoga, Taiji-Qigong, Meditation - Hatha Yoga, Asanas, Pranayama, Meditation, Taiji-Qigong, Relaxation, Cleansing, Nidra Yoga, Lectures on Yoga

Arrival Date: 29 June 2024

Available for 7 or 14 nights, recommended arrival in the first week

7/14 nights, bathroom/toilet, fridge, air conditioning (at a charge), balcony/terrace and possibly sea view
4/8x morning (approx. 60') and mid-morning exercises (approx. 150')
4/8x evening meditations (approx. 90')
Breakfast buffet
5/9x dinners
Optional: 2 day hikes per week
Transfer (round trip for 14 nights, one way for 7 nights)

Daily Schedule

Except on the 4 hiking days and the rest day:

07:30 - 08:30 Qigong: Healing breath and body exercises / Yoga: Guided meditation and Surya Namaskara
08:30 - 09:30 Breakfast
10:00 - 12:30 Qigong: Gentle movements for revitalization and longevity / Yoga: Hatha Yoga
12:30 - 18:00 Free for swimming, relaxing, and beach enjoyment
18:00 - 19:30 Relaxation exercises and meditation
19:30 - 21:00 Dinner together (5/9x; excluding hiking days and rest day)

Programme subject to change.

Minimum number of participants: 6. If this number is not reached, the organizer reserves the right to cancel the trip 14 days before the start date.

Hatha Yoga, Asanas, Pranayama, Meditation, Surya Namaskara, Relaxation, Cleansing, Nidra Yoga, Lectures on Yoga

Arrival Dates: 18 May (Basu) - fully booked / 7 September 2024 (Joti)

Available for 7 or 14 nights, arrival in the first week recommended

7/14 nights, bathroom/WC, fridge, air conditioning (at a charge), balcony/terrace and possibly sea view
4/8 morning (approx. 60 minutes) and late morning exercises (approx. 150 minutes)
4/8 evening meditations (approx. 90 minutes)
Breakfast buffet
5/9 dinners (daily except on the 4 hiking days and the day off)
Optional: 2 day hikes per week
Transfers (round trip for 14 nights, one way for 7 nights)

Daily Schedule

Except on the 4 hiking days and the day off:

07:30 - 08:30 Guided meditation and Surya Namaskara
08:30 - 09:30 Breakfast
10:00 - 12:30 Hatha Yoga
12:30 - 18:00 Free time for swimming, relaxing, and enjoying the beach
18:00 - 19:30 Deep relaxation, meditation, and concentration exercises
19:30 - 21:00 Group dinner (5/9 times; excluding hiking days and day off)

Programme subject to change.

Minimum number of participants: 6. If this number is not reached, the organizer reserves the right to cancel the trip 14 days before the start date.

Taiji-Qigong, Hui Chun Gong, The Silkworm Movement, Standing Meditation (Zhang Zhuang), Taoist Walking Meditation, The Fusion of the 5 Elements, Great Celestial Energy Circuit, Olive Grove Exercise, Illuminating the Body, The State of Nothingness.

Arrival Date: 15 June 2024

Available for 7 or 14 nights, recommended arrival in the first week, prior knowledge recommended

7/14 nights, bathroom/toilet, fridge, air conditioning (at a charge), balcony/terrace and possibly sea view
5/10 morning (approx. 90') and mid-morning exercises (approx. 90')
5/10 midday (approx. 30') and evening meditations (approx. 90')
Half board
Optional: 2 day hikes
Transfers (round trip for 14 nights, one way for 7 nights)

Daily Schedule

07:15 - 08:00 Breathing exercises in the style of Taiji Qigong
08:00 - 08:30 The Silkworm Movement (The Pouring of the 7 Chakras), Standing Meditation (Zhang Zhuang), Taoist Walking Meditation
08:30 - 10:00 Vegetarian breakfast
10:30 - 12:00 Hui Chun Gong
12:00 - 13:30 Meditation: Taoist Relaxation (Hso Wan), The Fusion of the Five Elements, The Great Celestial Energy Circuit
13:30 - 17:00 Free time for swimming and enjoyment
17:00 Vegetarian meal (buffet)
18:30 - 20:00 Meditation: The Olive Grove Exercise, Illuminating the Body, The State of Nothingness

Programme subject to change.

Minimum number of participants: 6. If this number is not reached, the organiser reserves the right to cancel the trip 14 days before the start date.

Kriya Yoga (Meditation on the 7 Chakras), Mindfulness Meditation, Yoga Nidra, Hatha Yoga, The Sun Salutation, Pranayama, Mantras, and Bhajans (traditional spiritual songs). The two weeks are divided into two parts: the first week includes an introduction to Kriya Yoga and supporting practices, while the second week is mainly dedicated to practice with minimal talking.

Arrival Date: 15 June 2024

Available for 14 or 7 nights, arrival in the first week recommended, prior knowledge recommended

7/14 nights, bathroom/WC, fridge, air conditioning (at a charge), balcony/terrace and possibly sea view
5/11x Kriya Yoga and Sun Salutation (approx. 120')
5/11x Bhajan (singing) and Kriya Talk (approx. 30')
5/11x Kriya Hatha Yoga and Nidra Yoga (approx. 120')
Half board
Optional: 1 day hike
Transfer (round trip for 14 nights, one way for 7 nights)

Daily Schedule

1st Week
07:15 - 08:00 Kriya Yoga
08:00 - 08:30 Sun Salutation – qigong rejuvenation
08:30 - 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 - 10:30 Bhajan
10:30 - 11:00 Kriya Talk
11:00 - 13:00 Kriya Hatha Yoga and Nidra Yoga
13:00 - 17:00 Free time for swimming and enjoyment
17:00 Vegetarian meal (buffet)
19:00 - 19:45 Mindfulness meditation
19:45 - 20:30 Kriya Yoga

2nd Week
07:00 - 07:30 Kriya Yoga
07:30 - 08:00 Sun Salutation – qigong rejuvenation
08:30 - 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 - 10:30 Bhajan
10:30 - 11:00 Kriya Talk
11:00 - 13:00 Kriya Hatha Yoga and Nidra Yoga
13:00 - 16:00 Free time for swimming and enjoyment
16:00 - 17:00 Mindfulness meditation
17:00 Vegetarian meal (buffet)
19:00 - 20.00 Kriya Yoga

Programme subject to change.

Minimum number of participants: 6. If this number is not reached, the organizer reserves the right to cancel the trip 14 days before the start.

A stay with Lina, Jorgos, and Basu in Greek Pilion is more than just a holiday. It is an education of the mind and heart, an awakening. With great love and mindfulness, they provide a wonderful setting, offer insights into Greek life, and invite you to participate.

Enjoy the delicious Greek cuisine at the restaurant or on the terrace right by the water. The ingredients are predominantly sourced from local farms.

Basu hails from Denmark and discovered Yoga in Greece many years ago. This marked the beginning of a wonderful journey into the depths of Yoga, meditation, Eastern philosophy, and mysticism. He has spent many years learning and teaching in India and Thailand. Basu's Yoga sessions consist of a blend of Hatha Yoga, meditation, and deep relaxation.

Jorgos Pappas is from Greece. After various academic positions in universities in England and Germany, he secured a position as a Mathematics professor at the age of thirty. Following an inner calling, he left his promising academic career. This was followed by ten years of global exploration, during which he met various Qi Gong and meditation masters. He has been living and teaching according to his teachings on Mount Pelion in Greece for many years.

Lina Kasviki-Pappas worked as a teacher for several years after her engineering studies. She has completed training in Qigong, Tai Chi, and Yoga in India and Thailand. She teaches Qigong, Greek folk dance, and shares her knowledge of the medicinal herbs of Pelion with guests in a humorous way.

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