BEYOND THE MYTH OF SELF 

GREECE

YOGA RETREAT

OCTOBER 22-28, 2027 · EVIA ISLAND, GREECE 

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A seaside yoga retreat designed to help you step beyond the familiar, embrace new perspectives, and discover the freedom of being fully yourself.

 

Spend seven days moving beneath the Mediterranean sun, swimming in the Aegean Sea, exploring the wisdom of yoga, and reconnecting with the version of yourself that feels most alive.

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What’s Included

  • Six nights of seaside accommodations in a beautiful sea-view room

  •  Daily chef-prepared breakfast and dinner

  •  Scheduled round-trip transportation between Athens International Airport and the retreat center on arrival and departure days

  •  Daily yoga classes overlooking the Aegean Sea

  •  A private boat adventure on the Aegean Sea

  •  Snorkeling and sea-cave exploration

  •  A river trek and hike to Manikiatis Waterfalls

  •  A beach day and free time in a charming coastal town

  • An interactive workshop exploring Greek and Hindu mythology, the stories we tell ourselves, and the perspectives that shape our lives

  • A signature immersive breathwork experience combining powerful breathing techniques, music, and spoken word 

  • A personalized 45-minute one-on-one session with your retreat leader for reflection, intention setting, and exploring what's next

  •  Opening and closing circles

  • Stargazing and sensory meditation experiences

  • Ecstatic dance and opportunities for playful, expressive movement

  •  Plenty of spacious free time to swim, read, rest, and explore

  •  A thoughtfully curated week of yoga, connection, adventure, and renewal

  • So much more!!

This Retreat Is for You If…

You are craving a meaningful escape that feels both restorative and inspiring.

You want to deepen your yoga practice without pressure, perfection, or performance.

You are curious about yoga beyond the physical postures and want to explore philosophy and self-inquiry.

You love the idea of balancing adventure with slow mornings, long meals, sea swims, and space to simply be.

You are ready to meet a fun, welcoming community of thoughtful, open-hearted travelers.

You want to return home feeling lighter, clearer, and more connected to yourself.

You believe personal growth doesn't always have to be serious. Sometimes the greatest discoveries happen through adventure, play, curiosity, and simply enjoying life.

You do not need to be an advanced yogi to attend. All practices and workshops will offer options and support for different levels of experience.

LOCATION:

Just two and a half hours from Athens, Evia Island feels worlds away from the pace of everyday life.

Our home for the week is nestled into the mountains overlooking Porto Buffalo Bay and the pristine waters of the Euboean Sea.

The property was designed as a peaceful Mediterranean sanctuary, blending natural stone, warm wood, and relaxed bohemian details. Every spacious guest room includes a private balcony and beautiful views of the sea.

Guests will have exclusive access to the property’s private pool and waterfront yoga shala, where we will practice with the sea stretching out before us.

Just steps from your room, docks invite you to swim, sunbathe, and enjoy the clear coastal water. Surrounding trails and quiet roads offer space for morning walks, gentle hikes, and peaceful exploration.

Meals are prepared using fresh local ingredients and combine traditional Greek flavors with thoughtfully inspired international cuisine.

It is a place where comfort meets nature—and where the rhythm of life naturally begins to slow.

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Your Retreat Leader:

Nick Whaley 

Nick Whaley is a nomadic yoga teacher, personal trainer, Pilates instructor and massage therapist, and the founder of wellness brand Yogiwhale .  Nick works as a  bespoke wellbeing coach for international UHNW clientele, often aboard superyachts in the summer and at private residence, delivering  tailored fitness, movement and wellness experiences. Working within the highly   discretionary world of private luxury, he brings an individualised approach to each client, integrating physical conditioning, mindful movement and holistic wellbeing to support performance, balance and longevity, with a deep passion for philosophy, spirituality and self-discovery - using this to support clients introspecitve journey in their transformation.

 
His yoga practice is informed by the teachings of  T.K.V. Desikachar and his lineage. Alongside his physical practice, Nick has a profound interest in Hindu mythology, sacred scriptures, Buddhist philosophy and Islamic teachings, drawing inspiration from the universal wisdom shared across spiritual traditions. His teaching is distinguished by his poetic use of language and ability to weave philosophical reflection into movement, inviting students to look beyond the surface and engage in deeper introspection.
Mixing modern scientific understanding of the brain & subconscious mind with ancient wisdom - he helps students understand the what, the why and the how to make impactful long lasting change.
 
Nick's teaching spans Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative and Power Yoga, alongside Pilates, strength and conditioning . Particularly passionate about the transformative potential of   prāṇāyāma, he creates practices that encourage students to explore their inner landscape, shift their perspective and develop new approaches to life's challenges. His retreats have provided clients with space for profound reflection, with participants reporting life-changing insights and renewed ways of understanding themselves and navigating difficulties.
 
Through Yogiwhale, Nick combines his love of movement, travel and cultural exploration, creating immersive experiences that invite people to step away from everyday life and reconnect with themselves and the natural world. At the heart of his philosophy is the belief that wisdom is not always found by searching for more answers, but by learning to be still enough to discover what is already within us. His intention is to create an inclusive space where people of all backgrounds and beliefs can cultivate greater clarity, compassion and connection.
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