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
RETURNING TO OUR TRUE HOME
In English
It is with great joy and pride that we are welcoming this year again a group of Monastics from Plum Village, amongst whom some senior Monastics, or “Bikshunis”*, who will take us a step further in experiencing the nature of Reality, embodying the fact that :
“There is no way home, home is the way”.
“Returning to our true home” simply means finding who we are and understanding ourselves in order to touch peace, joy and love.
As last year, this retreat is an offering, from Plum Village of course but also from Oikia. We see in this our contribution to the spreading of the light, our tribute to Spirit.
*A Bikshuni is a female monastic who has taken the highest level of Buddhist ordination.
More Info coming soon.
PRAYERS AND ACTIONS BEYOND BOUNDARIES
In English
More information to be announced soon
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.
RETURNING TO OUR TRUE HOME
In English
It is with great joy and pride that we are welcoming this year again a group of Monastics from Plum Village, amongst whom some senior Monastics, or “Bikshunis”*, who will take us a step further in experiencing the nature of Reality, embodying the fact that :
“There is no way home, home is the way”.
“Returning to our true home” simply means finding who we are and understanding ourselves in order to touch peace, joy and love.
As last year, this retreat is an offering, from Plum Village of course but also from Oikia. We see in this our contribution to the spreading of the light, our tribute to Spirit.
*A Bikshuni is a female monastic who has taken the highest level of Buddhist ordination.
More Info coming soon.
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
PRAYERS AND ACTIONS BEYOND BOUNDARIES
In English
More information to be announced soon
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
INTO THE BLUE. RETREAT...AND ARRIVE
In English
Through Communion, Constellation and Creativity, our offerings will be spacious, nourishing, and at times, emergent. We invite you to drop into the magic of Aegina with the intention of fostering community as an essential way to know ourselves.
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
EMERGENCE
In English
A SOMATIC PERFORMER- GEOPOETICS PERFORMANCE RESEARCH COLLABORATION
A work group bringing together Greek and International artists to investigate the intersection of experiential anatomy & Developmental Technique (TM), the mindfulness/awareness practices of Viewpoints, and site-specific performance.
A public performance will take place at the end of the practice period.
Further Information to be announced shortly.
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
"Individual and free like a tree, brotherly like a forest"...Nazim Hikmat
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