Retreat
11-15 November 2026
A RE-CONNECCTION WITH YOUR BODY IN GREECE
Myself Again Retreat
You’ve been giving so much of yourself. Caring for others. Holding it all together.
Let yourself be held at the Myself Again retreat.
A Dance, Movement & Breathing retreat in Crete to reconnect with your body, release what you’ve been holding, and express what wants to move through you.
No performance. No pressure. Just movement, breath, music, connection and space to be yourself.
You are longing for...
- a few days of sunshine before winter settles in
- movement that feels freeing rather than demanding
- real human connection — without small talk or performance
- space to breathe, soften, and feel your body again
No dance experience is needed.
Just curiosity, and a quiet yes inside.
THIS IS YOUR PAUSE
Three full days of embodied movement, breath, voice, emotional exploration, and shared experience. We begin by meeting each other and settling into the space.
From there, we explore:
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The body— grounding, alignment, breath-led movement, and creative improvisation
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The emotions— sensing emotions in the body, embodying and expressing them through movement and voice
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The soul— listening to your body for guidance, releasing external expectations, and reconnecting with your deepest desires and dreams
Through movement, breath, voice, improvisation, reflection, and connection, you’ll have space to reconnect with yourself — and with what feels truly yours.
There is solo exploration, and there is moving together.
There is structure, and there is play.
There is depth, and there is laughter.
When
11-15 November 2026
4 nights
Arrival evening 11 November
Practice days 12–14 November
Departure morning 15 November
Where
At Armonia Retreat Center
In the village of Douliana, on the island of Crete, Greece.
Think:
- Mediterranean sunlight
- Olive trees and stone houses
- Warm air in November
- Shared meals outdoors
- Quiet mornings and starry evenings
A place to step out of routine and into presence.
Why
Because sometimes what we need is simple
Sun on the skin.
Movement in the body.
Voices in the same room.
Breath shared.
This retreat is an invitation to pause the noise of daily life and return to something essential — movement, expression, and human connection.
You may come alone. You will not feel alone here.
Investment & Booking
Accommodation & meals included
Stay for 4 nights at Armonia Retreat Center in comfortable shared 2- or 3-bed rooms with private bathrooms, surrounded by the peaceful landscapes of Crete.
All meals are included in the retreat cost and will be lovingly prepared as nutritious vegetarian and vegan buffet-style meals using fresh local ingredients.
On arrival day, dinner is included; on departure day, breakfast is provided. On the full retreat days, you will enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Early Bird: €995 (SOLD OUT)
Regular Price: €1295
Deposit: €333
Limited places available.
Retreat Flow
Day 1 - Arrive & Connect
MEET THE GROUP AND ARRIVE IN THE SPACE
Welcome & gentle movement circle.
Meet the other participants, settle into the space, and give yourself time to arrive — mentally and physically.
Read a book, rest, explore the surroundings, or simply do whatever helps you slow down and feel at home.
Day 2 - THE "BODY" DAY
Ground Yourself Through Breath & Movement
Explore how to:
- connect breath and movement to quiet the mind
- find your body's alignment and use it to ground yourself in the present moment
- improvise through three fundamental movement qualities
- reconnect with the physical sensations of being here, now
Lunch. Sharing circle. Dinner.
Time to rest, explore, or enjoy the sun.
Day 3 - THE "EMOTIONS" DAY
Discover the Power of Your Voice and Embodied Emotion
Explore how to:
- recognise emotions through sensations in your body
- connect body and mind to embody an emotion
- create more freedom around how you experience and express emotions
- use your voice to relax, move, and express yourself
Lunch. Sharing circle. Dinner.
Time to rest, explore, or enjoy the sun.
Day 4 – THE “SOUL” DAY
Come Back to What Is Truly Yours
This is where the deeper work begins.
After reconnecting with your body and making space for your emotions, turn inward and listen to what is asking to be heard.
Explore how to:
- listen to your body when making decisions
- tune into your deepest longings and listen for the answers within
- recognise and release external expectations and pressure
- reconnect with dreams and desires you may have put aside, and find the courage to pursue them
Not what you should want.
Not what is expected of you.
What is truly yours.
Lunch. Sharing circle. Dinner.
Time to rest, explore, or enjoy the sun.
Day 5 - RETURN TO YOUR REALITY
The integration starts now
Breakfast and check-out by 11:00.
Take some time to reflect on what you are taking home with you.
Optional hike or swim in the sea before we head back home — gently carrying your experience from the retreat into your everyday life.
Armonia Retreat Center
Beauty, Serenity and Playfulness
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need dance experience?
No. This is about presence and exploration, not technique.
Can I attend with a friend or partner?
Yes. You’re welcome to join together, while still being invited into individual and group exploration.
Will there be free time?
Yes. There is space to rest, walk, journal, or simply sit in the sun.
What is included?
Accommodation, all meals, and all sessions.
What are the daily session times?
Facilitated sessions take place in the morning from 9:00–12:00 and again in the afternoon/early evening from 16:00–19:00.
Lunch is served at 12:30, and dinner at 19:30, leaving space to rest, enjoy the sun, or simply be in between.
Which airport is best to fly into?
Chania (CHQ) is the closest and most convenient option.
Heraklion (HER) is larger and may offer more flight choices, but requires an additional coach journey of about four hours along the north coast of Crete— a scenic ride by the sea.
Getting to the retreat
Flying to Chania (CHQ)
Chania Airport is the closest and easiest option. From there, you can take a taxi directly to Douliana (around 30–40 minutes), or travel via Chania city by bus and continue onward.
Flying to Heraklion (HER)
If you arrive in Heraklion, you will need to travel to Chania first (by coach) and then continue to Douliana by bus or taxi.
Shared Transfers
In collaboration with the retreat center, we can help arrange shared taxis for small groups on arrival and departure days.
Once your travel is booked, let us know your details and we’ll gladly assist you in planning a smooth arrival.
Investment & Booking
A few days of pause in the Cretan sun.
Movement, nourishment, and human connection.
Early Bird: €995 (SOLD OUT)
Regular Price: €1295
Deposit: €333
If this feels like the kind of pause you’ve been needing, you are warmly invited.
THE TEAM
DR KATERINA KANDYLAKI
FACILITATOR
Bridging dance, neuroscience, and creativity, Katerina offers a nurturing space where you can soften, explore, and come home to your body’s natural intelligence.
FOTIOS SAVVOPOULOS
CHEF
For Fotis, cooking is a form of caring. From street food to high-end kitchens, he blends creativity and love into every bite, nourishing both body and spirit.
KATERINA
VAKONAKI
CONCIERGE
Passionate about dance, movement, and nature, Katerina brings care to the retreat. Supporting sessions and daily life.
We look forward to welcoming you in Crete.
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