Looking for an escape from the fast-paced city life, a chance to recharge your mind, body and soul in a peaceful natural environment? From 7 to 9 February 2025, two renowned instructors, Niki Petroulaki and Nikos Manolis, invite you to a holistic yoga retreat at the luxurious 12 Months Resort & Spa in Tsagarada, Pelion. This unique three-day experience combines wellness practices, yoga and conscious breathing exercises with the breathtaking beauty of Pelion’s winter landscape.
Meet the trainers
Niki Petroulaki started as a track and field athlete and then got involved in fitness. Her first contact with Yoga was 9 years ago at the Baron Baptiste Institute. She is a certified Power Yoga Instructor and has done 2 Teacher Trainings for Yoga (Yogaworks and Yandara Yoga Institute). She has been introduced to many genres such as Hatha, Iyengar, Anusara, Jivamucti, alongside great teachers in Europe, America and Asia. With her many years of experience, she has developed her own personal style teaching Power Yoga Detox and Antiaging. As a Yoga, Pilates and Personal Trainer, she sees the practitioner as a whole and believes that fitness works from the inside out and acts as a key principle for a lifestyle aimed at better health, mental and physical upliftment and of course a strong and shapely body. She has taught at major seminars, collaborates with ASANA gyms and the ASANA TV online channel and is in charge of organizing Wellness Retreats Holidays.
Nikos Manolis is an experienced yoga teacher, who currently shares his knowledge at Wellness Rituals and Power House Project. With a background in various gyms and prestigious hotels, such as Mega Gym and Hilton Spa Athens, he has cultivated a teaching style that combines tradition with modern wellness practices. He has also worked as a certified yoga instructor at ASANA – Fitness-Wellness, Base Training and Hot Yoga. Beyond yoga, he has a diverse academic background, having studied Fashion Design & Pattern Making at ESMOD International, teaching Pilates at the Pilates Institute London and a comprehensive yoga teacher training programme at The Life Centre.
The Yoga Retreat experience
Participants will depart Athens in the morning, embarking on a scenic journey to Pelion on a modern private coach. Along the way, travellers will admire the scenery and have the opportunity to build relationships with other participants. The departure point is centrally located in Glyfada, with an additional stop in the northern suburbs to accommodate participants staying there.
Upon arrival in Tsagarada, guests will check-in at the luxurious 12 Months Resort & Spa, which harmoniously combines traditional Pelion architecture with modern amenities, offering an ideal retreat for relaxation and rejuvenation. The resort features the Forest Spa, a holistic retreat of natural beauty and offers facilities such as sauna, steam room and heated Jacuzzi.
Daily activities
The program includes daily yoga and breathing sessions, led by experienced instructors, aimed at stress reduction, flexibility and overall well-being. Additional activities include orthosis exercises, anti-aging techniques and deep relaxation practices, ensuring a holistic approach to wellness.
Exploring Pelion
In addition to the planned wellness activities, the yoga retreat includes excursions to nearby traditional villages, allowing participants to experience the rich cultural background of the region. Through guided tours of the winter landscape and excursions to nearby villages, guests will experience the unique charm and history of Pelion.
Culinary delights
12 Months Resort & Spa is also known for its culinary offerings. The hotel’s restaurant serves traditional cuisine with a modern twist, using fresh, local ingredients. Guests taste the local cuisine while enjoying direct contact with nature amidst the beauty of the surrounding landscape. The dining experience complements the holistic approach of 12 Months Resort & Spa, nourishing both body and soul.
Participation details
The yoga retreat package includes:
– Transfer from Athens to Tsagarada by private bus and return.
– Transfers and excursions to nearby villages.
– Two overnight stays in single, double or triple rooms.
– Two breakfasts and one evening meal.
– Daily classes in yoga, orthosis, breathing, meditation and yoga nidra in the morning and afternoon.
– Free Wi-Fi access.
– Surprises and gifts from sponsors.
Please note that extra meals, drinks and spa treatments are not included in the package. To secure your place, a deposit is required as places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
The yoga retreat is an opportunity to reconnect with yourself with the help of accomplished instructors in an environment that embodies natural beauty and tranquility.
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