What is included in the yoga retreat package?
Our retreat includes daily yoga and meditation classes, daily breakfast and dinner from local cuisine for a healthy lifestyle, accommodation in private or twin rooms, as well as additional yoga workshops (some may have extra fees for materials), a guided hiking trip, and a Mantra circle and Sound Bath once a week. We usually provide one morning flow class after a guided meditation and one relaxing evening Yin Yoga session. A boat trip is offered for addional charge.
Which yoga styles do you teach at your Yoga Retreat Center in Corfu?
At INEA • YOGA center in Corfu we teach Vinyasa Flow (Anusara inspired), Tantric Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga and Yoga Nidra. Additionally, we offer workshops, mantra chanting and sound experiences. Our yoga teachers are very experienced and registered with Yoga Alliance (E-RYT 500).
What is Vinyasa Yoga?
Vinyasa Yoga is an active and flowing style, where yoga postures, also called Asanas are linked by dynamic movements to each other in a clever way – always synchronised with a steady full breath.
What is Tantric Hatha Yoga?
Tantric Hatha in a nutshell (and we could fill many book pages with explaining the philosophical background) is the expansion of life force. This is achieved by the practice of Posture (Asana), Breath (Pranayama) and Meditation (dhyana). Let’s focus on what the actual practice looks like in this style: Tantric Hatha is a combination of first dynamically introduced postures which eventually become steady asanas held in stillness for about 5-8 long breaths. The focus is really strong on the slow and conscious breath and less on the perfect alignment. Thus the postures are in general more easy to follow.
What is Yin Yoga?
A very slow yoga practice with only seated and lying down postures that heals and regenerates the body and calms the nervous system. It's a passive practice where muscle tension is released and the focus is on relaxation. Most postures are held for a long time, between 3 and 8 minutes.
What is Yoga Nidra?
Yoga Nidra is a type of guided meditation also known as "yogic sleep" or "effortless relaxation." It is generally practiced while lying back, with a teacher leading the practice session. The practice directs our awareness inward, and we learn to shift between the states of being awake and asleep, where our body finds its natural state of equilibrium (homeostasis) - the breath becomes balanced and calm, subconscious and conscious facets of the mind reveal themselves, and we fall into an innate state of deep, blissful awareness.
What do I need to bring to the Yoga Retreat? Here is a packing list for you.
We have all the yoga props like blocks, bolsters and straps. You might want to bring your own yoga mat, comfortable yoga clothes, swim gear, beach attire and sun protection, warm socks and a jumper for early mornings/evenings, when it might get a little colder, depending on what month you choose to visit us. We run Retreats from April until October. You may also want to bring a notebook and pen to reflect on your experience. Check out our detailed article about What to bring to a Yoga Retreat?
Is there a sandy beach close to the retreat center?
Yes, there are multiple sandy beaches in the area surrounding us. It only takes one minute from our Retreat Center to the closest beach called Lakkiess. The beautiful Issos Beach, with a big nature reserve just next to it, is only a 20 minute walk from our premises.
Do I have to share my accommodation? Do you offer private or single rooms?
We offer both shared and private accommodation during our Yoga Retreats. Private accommodation guarantees you a private bedroom with a double bed. This can be either a studio-like room with a small kitchen and private balcony, or an apartment-like accommodation where you have your personal private bedroom and share the big kitchen and balcony with max. one other person.
In our shared accommodation you have a shared twin bedroom with two single beds. You share this room with a person of the same sex and also share a bathroom with a maximum of two people from the same apartment.
What should I expect on a typical day of a yoga holiday retreat?
We have a retreat package prepared for you. This is what is included:
Morning meditation (30-60 min)
Morning Vinyasa or Hatha yoga class (more intense/flow).
Followed by a delicious brunch and free time or activities.
In the afternoon we offer workshops and an evening Yoga session (more calm and regenerating) like Yin, Tantric Hatha Yoga, a Sound Bath, Yoga Nidra or Restorative Yoga.
At the end of the day we have a Greek healthy dinner together. Some nights we offer additional film screenings or satsangs of yoga topics.
What is the weather in Corfu like?
Our Yoga Retreats season is between April until October. All of these months, except for April, allow for swimming in the ocean because of the beautiful water temperature. We have two main seasons:
Our peak season is from July to September where we rarely have any rain and the temperature is between 28-32 degrees Celsius. During our off season from November to June there is a higher chance of rain with an average temperature range of 20-16 degrees Celsius. We wrote an article about every months weather conditions here: Which month is the best for a yoga retreat in Greece?
How do I get to you? Where is the Yoga Retreat Center Corfu located?
Address of INEA • YOGA Retreat centre
Andriana Apartments
St. George South, Agyrades
49080 Corfu, Greece
You have two options to arrive at our Yoga Retreat Center in Greece: by plane or ferry.
There are two ferry ports in Corfu, one in Lefkimmi in the South (closer to our Yoga Centre) and one in Corfu Town.
Arrival by airplane
The closest airport is Corfu International Airport: CFU. From the airport, you can book a taxi with us in advance or grab a local taxi on your own. Fares tend to be higher if catching a taxi at the airport/port but should not be higher than 60 Euros one way. Email us to arrange a shuttle/taxi:
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You can pre-book the taxi with us online, but you will have to pay the taxi driver in cash in person. The current fare is 50 Euros.
Arrival by bus
Take the Greenline B5 Agios Georgios South, Corfu. The bus stops in front of our place, Adriana Apartments. Otherwise tell the bus driver to let you exit at Kafesas (it is a well known Taverna right next to our Yoga School)
For more information about the bus schedule and time table check here: greenbuses.gr. Routes change seasonally.
Can I come to the retreat earlier or stay longer?
Yes, you can book additional nights with breakfast included. Please contact us at: andrianacorfu (at) gmail (dot)com We actually recommend taking a bit more time for your journey, because often in yoga retreats many things can happen on different levels, to have time to integrate those changes is a very good idea. Let things first sink before jumping back into daily life. We have many drop-in classes you can join at days where there is no retreat.
Who is your audience? What kind of people join the retreats?
People who join us have a passion in common: yoga. We share similar life values and an attitude of an open mind and honesty. Therefore, it's really not about age, gender or the fitness level. We have people joining us from different parts of the world and most participants are between 20-45 years of age, but we also have some beautiful souls over 50 who join us regularly. Many retreat guests are from Europe, especially the UK and Germany. Everyone who comes in peace is welcome at our yoga base here in Corfu.
Can I join a yoga retreat on my own?
Yes, absolutely! Many people choose to come here on their own. It’s an opportunity to meet like minded people and make new friends. We made life-long friends through yoga teacher trainings and retreats and even Athina and Cedric met on their first yoga teacher training in India. Isn't that a good point?
How many guests are on each retreat?
Most Retreats we host have between 8-18 people. The maximum capacity of our house is 29 beds. But we also have some other guests that are not joining a retreat and just spending time on their own, diving deep into yoga or just enjoying holidays. An average Retreat has 12 people.
Will there be free wifi / internet and cell phone coverage at the retreat site?
Yes, free wifi is available on the property and in all rooms. There is mobile coverage as well, but the quality of reception may vary depending on your provider since we are in a smaller town. We have a 100mbit line (for the geeks among us).
What dietary options do you offer?
All of our meals offer vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, and sometimes a pescatarian option. If you have specific dietary needs or allergies please contact us ahead of time.
What other services do you offer during a retreat?
Workshops (about yoga and yoga related topics) like meditation, pranayama, mindfulness, yoga philosophy, asana alignment
DIY Workshops (Making your own Mala
Private yoga and meditation sessions
Massages and Healing treatments: Sound healing with tibetan singing bowls, and Sound Bath with Crystal singing bowls
Hiking and Boat trips as group activities
Kirtans / Mantra Singing
Do I have to participate in every scheduled activity on the schedule?
Not at all, it's time for you and just you. You do as you like. :)
Do you offer any excursions, tours or day trips?
Yes we do. From short hiking trips to long trips as well as boat trips to different locations on the island including some time to swim and enjoy the beach. Boat trips have extra fees which we will note in the details section.
Do you offer Yoga for beginners? I am not sure if I am good enough?
Yes, in our yoga retreats and daily Drop-In classes we have mixed groups of beginners and intermediate students. We learn from each other. If it's not for beginners, it's explicitly said in the quick info section of the retreats detail page. It's helpful for you to have tried a couple of classes to have a rough idea about yoga. If you are an absolute beginner and haven't practised before, please join our “beginners only" retreats.
What are your Covid policies at the retreat?
We follow government regulations and will update the policy accordingly. Covid regulations may change, but as of this time no mandatory vaccine nor covid tests (rapid or PCR) upon arrival are needed. We care about everybody’s health and ask participants to be responsible without politicizing the issue.
What is the cancellation policy?
We understand that cancelling is the last thing you want. However, if things change and you need to cancel more than 30 days before the start date of your booked retreat, we offer you an 18 month long voucher that you can utilise towards any of our other retreats or services or a refund of 70% (the deposit is non-refundable). For cancellations less than 30 days before the start of your retreat, but more than 7 days before the start date, we will charge you only 50%, or you can also choose the 18 month voucher option, too. Please understand if you cancel less than 7 days in advance, we will charge you the full amount (no redeemable voucher is available).
What should I do to prepare for my retreat?
Let us be clear: you don't need to do or prepare anything! This is not yet another task on your list. But, and just if, if you really want to prepare for this little exciting journey, here are some ideas!
Becoming clear about your intention – or set an intention :) This will set the tone for your experience and allow you to make the most of it.
Well, of course you can just follow your gut feeling and come without any overthinking about the whys :)
Another way to get into the mood is to slowly introduce a regular practice. Weather this is a 5 minute meditation before bed, a daily reminder of gratitude or an Asana practice. The good thing is, you have a limited time frame and an aim (to practice until the retreat starts), that helps to get into a healthy routine.
Yes, you need to think about what to pack. But except for the necessary things, maybe take a bit of time to feel into what it is that you actually want to experience here in Corfu with us? Maybe there is a book you always wanted to finish, or you have some unsolved thoughts, unfinished ideas that yearn to be written down?
And for the practical stuff, review our packing list to make sure you have everything you need during your stay. What to pack for a retreat!
You will also get a packlist reminder via email after you book a retreat with us.
Can a friend/partner/spouse join me to stay at the Retreat Center but not participate at the retreat?
Of course, in this case you would need to choose the single room option and advise us via email that you will have someone join you who will not participate in the retreat. You will get a double bed and be charged an extra fee for your guest. If your guest wants to join any of the meals there will be an extra cost as well, and they are more than welcome to join.
Do you offer private Yoga sessions at INEA Yoga in Corfu?
YYes, our teachers are all available for private yoga sessions. Our teachers are certified with Yoga Alliance. Extra fees for private classes apply.
Which language will the instructions be in?
The classes and Yoga Retreats are held in English. We do also speak German and Greek as second languages (but not in the yoga group classes).
Do you have Massages or Spa treatments?
We provide massages from our in-house massage therapist Jenny. She has over a decade of experience and offers a variety of treatments. You can even request to have daily massages when you book the retreat through our website and even save a little money. How does it sound?
Do you have drop-in classes at INEA•YOGA school Corfu?
Yes, during the season we have daily drop in yoga classes here in Corfu. Please find the schedule (changing times during season) on the website or write us an email.
Do you provide yoga mats?
Yes, we provide basic yoga mats free of charge. If you like to have a high quality mat, you can either rent or purchase a Manduka yoga mat.
Is the retreat suitable for people who do not have much experience with meditation?
The answer is a clear yes, our meditation classes are suitable for beginners as well. Our meditations are all guided and everybody can join.
What is a sound bath?
A Sound Bath is a very unique experience, especially the first time. As a studied music teacher and pianist, Athina is devote to sound and music. With 7 crystal bowls tuned to the frequencies of the 7 chakras, Athina plays a sound concert of a very special kind, flooding the whole body with vibrations. By stroking and painting those bowls, they start to vibrate and create a smoothing sound in their frequencies tuned in 440 hz. Many testify of wonderful experiences during these sessions. It is said that the vibrations release energetic (emotional) blockages and have a healing and harmonizing effect on the body and mind. It is each time a marvelous experience, but come and witness it for yourself.
What is a tibetan singing bowl sound healing treatment?
Sound treatments are here to help you release tension, work through blockages and connect with yourself in a deeper level. During these sound treatments the practitioner utilises the healing aspects of ancient Tibetan techniques and brings them to your body through vibrating singing bowls in the form of waves. The waves, as created by Tibetan and Crystal singing bowls, are played with clear intensions and directly from the heart. Sound is such a powerful media, as tradition has shown and modern research has come to support, especially when practitioner and patient/client are working towards the same goal or releasing, connecting, clearing, having left concepts and words outside the treatment room and allowing the vibrations to flow.
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