Find the qualities of a healthy and balanced life in the beauty of Corfu. May 23rd to 28th 2024.

With a small team of expert facilitators you will learn to access your vibrancy, purpose and balance again through a blend of deeply connected nature connection practices, breathwork, yoga and rejuvenating experiences.

Within a small group of no more than eight you will find this a unique experience that differs widely from the pack em in style retreats.

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On the beautiful beaches and within the magical olive groves of Corfu you be guided back to your simple and pure nature so you can thrive in the world again.

You will be held in a structure that allows you to be led and unwound into the relaxed Greek way of life.

Here you can drop your worries, open your hearts and lift up your head.

Over the five days you start to feel at ease again, a feeling  that you may have forgotten.

You will go back with renewed energy and purpose helping you lead the life you really want to lead.

With limited spaces a deposit is required to confirm your spot.

Nestled in the heart of Arillas, Corfu, your villa awaits—a sublime retreat steeped in the timeless aura of Greek tradition. Perched atop a gentle slope, the villa boasts a private pool that basks in the sun, offering a panoramic spectacle of the Ionian Sea.

Designed to host 8 guests, the villa features four spacious bedrooms, each a haven of tranquility. On the ground floor, a well-appointed kitchen with a dining table sets the stage for shared meals. The expansive living room, complete with a fireplace and TV, provides a cozy space for relaxation. 

An interior staircase leads to the first floor, where the master bedroom reigns with an en suite bathroom featuring both a shower and a bathtub. The three remaining bedrooms share a hall bathroom. Each bedroom opens to a private balcony, offering views of either the serene Arillas countryside or the vast expanse of the sea.

This villa effortlessly combines the comforts of modern living with the charm of Greek hospitality, making it an ideal haven for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

James Elphick.

Over the last twenty years I have helped people connect deeply with themselves. Coming from the world of Horticultural therapy I am convinced nature is our greatest teacher and healer.

Ten years ago I was diagnosed with a chronic disease and this gifted me the deeper layers of awareness of the body and mind. I have healed this through deep embodiment work in nature and living in my truth.

I studied Land Use at university level and I am a trained aura mediator and mindfulness for health coach. I have witnessed many people move through huge breakthroughs and shifts through 1.1 sessions and retreats. I have also attended lot's of retreats and received many years of coaching and therapy.

I live in Arillas in Corfu where I feel the land and Greek way of life suits my Soul.

Christina Valeska will bring a relaxing Yoga from the heart session to you. She has over twenty years experience and is specialized in Yoga Therapy. In her classes you benefit from her experience and education in holistic medicine, Ayurveda, bodywork and energy work. Her intention is to meet every student where they are and to guide them into a deeper connection with their body and soul.

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Corfu. 

This is how Homer described the Nature in Corfu around 2.800 years ago…“Here* are planted tall thriving trees – pears, pomegranates, apples with glistening fruit, sweet figs, rich olives. The fruit of all these never fails or flags all the year round, winter or summer; here the west wind is always breathing – some fruits it brings to birth, some to ripeness. Pear upon pear matures to fullness, apple on apple, grape-cluster on grape-cluster, fig on fig.

”*In Scheria/CorfuHomer, The Odyssey, Book VII, 800 BC

 The Emerald isle in the blue Ionian sea still holds this allure. This beautiful and magical island has captured so many hearts and souls and it’s easy to see why.

 You will be naturally under her spell!

Arillas. Your base and destination for relaxation. 

Nestled in the North West of the island surrounded by green hills and protected by offshore islands lies a jewel far removed from any loud tourist resort.

 A small town that attracts those who want to discover themselves in a deeper way. The whole area is bustling with positive energy and you will feel the warm welcome from all those that spend time here. The area has a beautiful coastline, fine sandy beaches, and crystal clear waters. It is a place to relax, have fun and be immersed in all the beautiful nature that surrounds it.

There is something very comforting to feel a man’s gentle presence in communion with nature. James leads with a sense of connection derived not from a need to teach or prove something but from having walked his path and found his calling.

James, your guidance is so helpful and beautiful. Your voice is so soothing. Thank you for the reminder of rooted connection with self, community and all living beings. I really needed that. It helped me at a time of turbulent emotions.

James was incredibly professional yet accessible. His warmth and presence allowed a safety that was immediate. I recommend a 5 day retreat as the layers continued to peel until I met my essence. This was the most transformative spiritual experience I have ever had and I will continue to treasure it forever.  

16:00  Warm welcome and nature session..

19:30 | Welcome Dinner at villa, music and getting to know your tribe.

9.00 Breakfast.

10.00. Yoga to ground and arrive.

11.00. We venture into the wilds to connect with the ancient Grandmother Olive and find our grounding in this beautiful land.

We share in a circle and cleanse our souls in the clear Ionian sea.

13.30 pm Lazy Taverna lunch

15.00 to 18.00 Free Time.

18.00 to 19.00. Breathwork session. Gentle but powerful exploration of the self. 

9.00. Breakfast.

10.00. Hike to chapel and coastal walk. Grief and letting go.

12.00. Somatic experiencing session.

14.00 Lazy Taverna Lunch. 

15.00 to 18.00 Free time.

18.00 to 19.00. Breathwork session. Gentle but powerful exploration of the self through breath.

 9.00  Breakfast 

10.30 Day trip to the sacred site  of Angelokastro with it's Apollo and Athena Leylines..

14.00. Lazy Taverna lunch overlooking the sea, and trip to secret beach.

18.00 Free time.

9.00 Breakfast 

10.00 to 18.00 Trip to traditional and beautiful Greek village Afionas. We explore the feelings that a holiday can bring. After our last lazy taverna lunch we then take the boat to the iconic Double bay where there is sunbathing, relaxing and a swimming challenge from bay to bay.

18.00 Celebration, food and music! We take time to honour our own journey over the last few days with ceremony, song and food.

8.00.  Journey to the lands to integrate Corfu and Self.

9.00  to 11.00 Breakfast. Farewell to the land and each other.