EMPEIRÍA : // Not something you learn. Something you live.
In Greek, empeirίa means experience: the kind of knowing that comes from living something, not reading about it. Yoga is exactly like that. You can learn the poses and understand the theory, but it only really makes sense when you feel it.
That’s what this retreat is about. No lectures on balance, no theory of calm. Just six days on the mat, in your breath and in your body, until yoga becomes something you feel, not just something you do. And something you take home with you.
With gratitude,
VASILIKI
LIFE ON THE ISLAND
Wake to the sea, walk old paths through olive groves, swim in quiet coves, and let the afternoons belong to you. On the island, life slows down, and so do you.
ONE THEME TO LIVE EACH DAY
Vasiliki
I spent years in the corporate world, so I know how rare it is to really stop. That’s why The Experience is built around freedom, not schedules. Join what calls you, rest when you need to, and go home a little lighter, steadier, and closer to yourself.
What moves me most at every retreat is the people. Strangers arrive on the first day, and by the last evening we’re sharing stories over dinner, laughing at the same jokes, and swapping numbers so we don’t lose each other. Some of the friendships that started on the mat are still going strong. Every retreat, I see it happen again, and it never stops moving me..
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A DAY OF EMPEIRÍA
Less theory, more feeling.Wake: mindful morning baths, a silent breath walk and pranayama
Move: dynamic morning yoga
Feel: a calming afternoon practice of Yin and Yoga Nidra
Reflect: journaling, putting the experience into words
Explore: a workshop to go deeper
Mats, blocks and straps are provided.
EMPEIRÍA Package : Early Bird 450€ until 31.03.2027, after 490€
** Spaces are limited. To reserve your place, simply email us your booking request and pay the deposit for your Empeiria Package.
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Refunds
There will be no refunds or price deductions for arriving late or leaving early.
The transfer of your credit to another participant is possible. In this case someone else has to be nominated.
Cancellation by the organizers:
In case the retreat has to be canceled (minimum of 10 participants by August 2027) by the organizer, a full refund of your payment will be issued within two weeks after the announcement of cancellation.
Cancellation by the participants:
EMPEIRÍA package:
Cancellation more than 3 months before the first day of the retreat, 90% reimbursed.
Between three and two months before arrival 50%.
Between two months and one month before arrival 10% of the retreat package will be reimbursed.
Less than one month before arrival or early departure no reimbursement.
Upon availability of further retreats you can transfer your payment to another retreat from the organizers.
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Accommodation
Meals
Flights / Ferry tickets: booked by each participant
Travel insurance: strongly recommended for all participants
Personal expenses, optional excursions and anything not mentioned in the program description
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In order to save your spot, we ask for an immediate deposit of the Empeiria Package Early Bird Price 450€ until 31.03.2027, after 490€
Bank Details
VASILIKI KARYDOPOULOU
IBAN: AT75 2011 1297 4073 9104
BIC/SWIFT: GIBAATWWXXX
When the payment is done, please send the confirmation via email to vasiliki@yujyogalab.com
After your subscription, you will receive a confirmation email.
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Do I need yoga experience to join?
Not at all. The retreat is open to all levels. Every practice offers options to go softer or deeper, so you can move in a way that feels right for your body.Do I have to attend every session?
No. The Experience is built around freedom, not schedules. Join what calls you, and rest, swim or explore when you need to.Why isn’t the location shown on the website?
Arriving without expectations is part of the experience.How do I get there?
You’ll need to travel by plane and ferry. Detailed travel directions are shared after registration. Since ferry timetables can change, especially because of weather, please plan a little extra time for your journey.What if my flight or ferry is cancelled or delayed?
Travel arrangements are each participant’s own responsibility, and I can’t take responsibility for flight cancellations, ferry schedule changes or any costs that result from them. That’s why travel insurance is strongly recommended.Is travel insurance required?
It’s not mandatory, but it’s highly recommended.What should I bring?
Comfortable clothes for practice, swimwear, a light jacket for the evenings, good walking shoes, sun protection, a reusable water bottle and a journal. (yoga mats provided)