The island of Lefkada is a glorious gem, a true hidden, lux, chic paradise you never knew exsisted in The Mediterranean. 

Lefkada is where turquoise meets azure against a backdrop of white sand, white cliffs or smooth white pebbles. Vast exotic beaches, bays, cliffs that plunge into the sea and a forest of pine trees that tumble intoxicatingly towards the coast. And what a coast! Kathisma, Egremni, Milos, Pefkoulia, Myli, Ammoglossa ... beaches that trip off the tongue. Every swim here seems unforgettable.

With its rugged cliffs, picturesque beaches and quaint villages tucked into the hillsides all around our retreat compound, Lefkada offers a perfect blend of tranquility, yoga and adventure. Hiking, herbal bloom tours, exploring the picturesque village of Lefkada and its tastes and shopping, lush vegetation, idyllic coves of transparent, turquoise waters with both busy beaches with beach tavernas, cocktails and souvlaki and quiet secluded beaches of stunning beauty. The abundance of beaches, perfect temperature waters and endless sun-filled days provides daily opportunity for world renowned surfing, snorkeling, diving, boat tours, wind-surfing, beach hoping and lazy floating and wine tasting. The unique terrain and microclimate experienced around Lefkada give the island the perfect conditions for growing some exceptional reds and whites, including Vertzami and Vardea wines. 

Our luxurious private accommodations at Lefkada Retreat Compound are simply next level amazing. You will be staying in a beautiful luxury villa situated between two magical blue bays. The rooms and furnishings are perfectly appointed in an airy, lux, beach aesthetic. An infinity pool is steps from your villas. Imagine waking up to incredible views, swimming in the infinity pool, and enjoying our magical morning yoga in our glass shala that is nestled in the trees. Our Villa is only a 5 minute walk from Desimi beach, offering crystal waters, tavernas and water sports activities including kayaking, swimming & snorkeling, & SUP.

We will have a private chef, Chef Adonis, who will be staying on the grounds with us. He will spoil us with delicious healthy local dishes. Offering everything from vegan dishes to fish & seafood and local recipes based on local ingredients. There is also an opportunity for foodies and cooks to cook with chef and go on a food tour in town that leads to large dinner party hosted by chef.

We also have a personal concierge on the compound that will handle all our daily needs for our adventures, wine tasting, sailing, island hoping...the Mediterranean sky is the limit.

Lefkada Retreat offers two amazing yoga spaces & shala immersed in nature and magnificent views. The Shala is a 50 sqm closed studio facing two bays surrounded by Olive trees. The studio is made of wooden floor, glass windows and a modular roof. It is like floating in the clouds while we flow overlooking endless hues of blue and teal waters. The second space is 70 sqm open studio adjacent to the infinity pool, offering high quality wooden deck, and has smooth walls for a supported practice. The views are astounding. 

We will practice 2 hours each morning to get us grounded, rooted together and set the frequency to receive the day ahead. I sequence a mix of Fiery Flow, Restorative release, Workshop Style break out and active meditation. It is a full and complete yogic experience for the body and energy every morning. Bliss.

We will bask in the light, joy, sweat, laughter, adventure, connection and lifted spirits. You will grow your yoga practice, give yourself love, self-care, have BIG FUN and truly reboot. You will be present for yourself and come back glowing. Finding beauty, balance, and stillness amidst the flux and flow of life. Spend the week floating in the yoga shala, in the warm teal blue waters, in the epic infinity pools and adventuring in the Mediterranean. You will return home longer, leaner, lighter and brighter. You deserve this reboot.

Carla is Co-Owner of Metta Yoga Studios, Director of Programing for Metta, Lead Teacher & International & Regional Retreat Leader. Transformed by life experiences (both beautiful and challenging) and the different styles of yoga that Carla has practiced and trained in over the last 25 years (including Bikram, Ashtanga, Hatha, Power, Jivamukti and Iyengar) she brings a sense of empowerment and fun, both in the physical body and energetic spirit, to every class. Through intention, vigor, strength, humor and pranayama her goal is to have every student leave class feeling longer, leaner, refreshed and renewed. Carla's style of teaching focuses on precise instruction that underscores the important relationship between alignment, breath, fluid, dynamic movement and strength building. Carla spent 4 years living in Tokyo,  teaching daily classes, leading workshops and leading retreats throughout Asia. From this experience she brings a deeper sense of adventure, light, and zeal to her vigorous flow. She puts an emphasis on thoughtful sequencing and pace, giving students a strong physical practice and a deeper internal connection. Her classes are physically and mentally challenging, however she always works to meet students where they are each day.  She delivers with an original playlists of music ranging from hip-hop, pop, deep house, jazz, soul, Alt and Chanting. Carla incorporates demonstrations when needed and hands on adjustments. Her goal is to create a space for expression, enthusiasm, fun, sweat, reflection and renewal.