Programme 2025
Organized by Oikia
QI GONG and MEDITATION
First time in Greece, Pierre Kalifa is Christina's (the founder of Oikia) primary Qi Gong teacher.
An essential aspect in Pierre’s approach is that Qi Gong is not only seen as a health practice, but as a path to knowledge and profound transformation.
His way of teaching is deep and precise. It is sourced in his experience as a Chinese medicine practitioner, a former researcher in physics, a disciple in his Tantric spiritual path and his own lifelong QiGong practice.
Info: aigina.oikia@gmail.com
SINGING BEYOND MUSIC
In English
The voice is the muscle of the soul.
An in-depth workshop for freeing and developing our voice. Through breathing, movement, voice exercises, and improvisation, and thanks to Ulrik Barfod's perceptive, powerful and ever so delicate touch, we will be guided in the empowerment of our inner being through discovering and strengthening our own unique voice.
Info: aigina.oikia@gmail.com
All Workshops
QI GONG and MEDITATION
First time in Greece, Pierre Kalifa is Christina's (the founder of Oikia) primary Qi Gong teacher.
An essential aspect in Pierre’s approach is that Qi Gong is not only seen as a health practice, but as a path to knowledge and profound transformation.
His way of teaching is deep and precise. It is sourced in his experience as a Chinese medicine practitioner, a former researcher in physics, a disciple in his Tantric spiritual path and his own lifelong QiGong practice.
Info: aigina.oikia@gmail.com
YOGA AND MYTHS
In French
A group of French women will dive into the Greek spirit through myths and dances with Hildegard Wiedemann, while their yoga daily practice with Pascale Brun will open their bodies, minds and hearts to fully receive this initiation.
MYTHS AND CREATIVE WRITING
In French, English and Italian
"Dancing, singing, being enchanted by stories, and silence are the four universal healing salves". Gabriella Roth.
A precious place and time to immerse yourself in Greek mythology and be inspired to write, create, dance and be enchanted. A workshop to experiment various ways of creating to heal ourselves and the world around us.
YOGA RETREAT WITH EMMANUELLE
In French
A week of returning to oneself, opening up to nature, through yoga practices: postural workshops, kriyas (cleansing) and pranayama (breathing control) sessions, meditation and yoga nidra.
Info: estimamiglio@gmail.com
INTEGRAL EXPRESSION AND DANCE THERAPY
Closed group for women
INTERNATIONAL LYRE SCHOOL 2025
In English
A 7-day summer camp for lyre players, full of face-to-face lessons and hands-on experiences, a deep dive into the world of the lyre and ancient Greek music. Meet in person and have meaningful interactions with the forefront of lyre innovation today: virtuoso players, lyre instructors, academics, senior luthiers, filmmakers, etc.
INTERNATIONAL LYRE SCHOOL 2025
In English
A 7-day summer camp for lyre players, full of face-to-face lessons and hands-on experiences, a deep dive into the world of the lyre and ancient Greek music. Meet in person and have meaningful interactions with the forefront of lyre innovation today: virtuoso players, lyre instructors, academics, senior luthiers, filmmakers, etc.
SACRED CHANT
In French
INNER ODYSSEY
In French
A Soul-Stirring Shamanic Journey Towards a Radiant New You
If you are seeking inner peace, longing to shed past burdens and embrace clarity, then our transformative retreat awaits you. Discover profound techniques to relax deeply and cultivate resilience, emerging with newfound wisdom to navigate life's journey with serenity and empowerment.
YOGA WITH ELENA
In German
YOGA Retreat 2024 in the beautiful Oikia Karapanou!
In the morning, flow with the Power of Hatha YOGA, in the evening with the Silence of YIN YOGA and Breath!
Namaste! Enjoy!
Info: contact@elenabaehr.de
BODY AND EARTH- MYTH AND EMBODY MEMORY
In English
Join us for on 20th anniversary tour for a special retreat gathering in a unique place on the Mediterranean Sea
Greek myth and archeology have informed Western cultures in many ways. In this retreat context, we explore how memory, imagination, and present moment awareness affect our daily lives. Morning and afternoon easeful movement practices, plus delicious regional foods, leave spacious time for individual exploring and rest. Opportunities abound to deepen creativity and intention individually and in community.
Info: corpomyrto@gmail.com
WRITING RESIDENCY
In French
Come and write the book you carry within.
Info: info@etincelle.gr
RETREAT SATI DYNAMIC YOGA AND BEYOND
In Italian and English
A welcoming summer retreat to energize, regenerate and take you closer to your forgotten nature! Dynamic yoga sessions, Functional Workouts, dancing, active, sitting meditations and communication games to deepen your interactions and understanding throughout a mindful journey within!
Info: www.satidynamic.com
FREE DIVING AND YOGA
In Greek, translated to English-speaking participants
Yoga is the stilling of the fluctuation of the mind
Patanjali yoga sutra 1.2
A meeting where yoga and free diving unite their related characteristics with the goal of peace of mind.
A meditation workshop with breathing exercises - pranayama, physical positions- asana, and free diving.
Info: https://deepcalm.gr/dive-in-yoga
Contact: info@deepcalm.gr
SOMATIC EXPERIENCE
In English
ECO SOMATIC MOVEMENT RETREAT
In English
Our movement focus is Eco Somatic, bringing intercultural and Indigenous perspectives to embody relationships with inner self, amongst humans, the natural world, the beyond human world, and the cosmos.
SYNTHETIKI PAIGNIODRASI
In Greek
Intensive training of Team Animators & Mental Health Counselors in the method of Synthetiki Paigniodrasi. The aim of the workshop is to strengthen the concept of 'connecting', to strengthen the sense of community, to exchange experiences and to get in touch with the members of our Community.
With Frosso Beneti, Mental Health Counselor - Team animator
Info : Empsychosis - play - art - way of life
Center of Experiential Education & Counselling
YOGA WITH MATEUSZ
In German, English, Greek, Polish...
Info: mateusz@highonyoga.eu
SINGING BEYOND MUSIC
In English
The voice is the muscle of the soul.
An in-depth workshop for freeing and developing our voice. Through breathing, movement, voice exercises, and improvisation, and thanks to Ulrik Barfod's perceptive, powerful and ever so delicate touch, we will be guided in the empowerment of our inner being through discovering and strengthening our own unique voice.
Info: aigina.oikia@gmail.com
DANSEXPRESSIE WORKSHOP
In German
A dance journey for women
Info: rosemarie.anton@gmx.de
CREATIVE WRITING & CERAMICS
In French
Creative writing and ceramics "Our hands have the floor!". Let our hands play with words and the earth and listen to what they have to say. Co-hosted by ceramist Théodora Chorafas.
Info : info@etincelle.gr
EMBODIED SOUL-SOULFUL BODY
In English
We will be exploring what healing beyond trauma really means - and how to start moving from being in survival mode, into truly thriving in our lives. We will also explore what it means to be fully alive and awake to our innate wisdom and life force.
Info: http://www.embodiedpsychotherapy.org.uk/embodied-retreats-greece
MINDFULNESS
In Greek