Name: Silver Island Yoga Retreat
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Silver Island Yoga Retreat is a privately owned, untouched dream island offering you the most unique yoga experience within 60 acres of gently rolling hills, small idyllic coves, ancient old olive groves, cypress trees and wild flowers

Situated a few miles from the mainland, Silver Island has been the home of the Christie family for 50 years and now opens its doors and sublime tranquility to those in search of a sense of inner peace and an escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

Silver Island is 60 acres of gently rolling hills, small idyllic coves, ancient old olive groves, cypress trees and wild flowers, the rhythmic sound of cicadas all surrounded by the crystal blue Mediterranean with glorious views every way you turn, all captivating to the eye.

Comprised of just a couple of white washed and blue shuttered traditional Greek homes, a church and lighthouse, Silver Island lends itself to a peaceful and rejuvenating experience. This is truly a magical place to practice the art and joy of yoga. A place you can unwind and merge with nature and self.

Silver Island Yoga is a small and exclusive retreat accommodating up to 10 guests in five beautifully decorated and inviting rooms. During the day the pebbled beaches, hidden coves and miles of pathways offer a chance for guests to spend time alone in quiet reflection between the two hour dawn and sunset yoga classes. We have invited the most beautiful of teachers whose ethos and way reflects our own.

Silver island yoga is about totally getting away, magic, nature, wellness, transformation and rejuvenation. Our wish is create an experience that inspires peace, abundance, serenity and mindful living.

Silver Island Yoga is completely off the grid! We have no mains water or electricity, therefore pride ourselves on employing environmental best practices wherever possible. The facilities use a generator for electricity and solar power to harness the sun’s energy to heat our water, which is collected and filtered from the winter’s rainfall. Being off the grid also means that this will be an opportunity for our guests to have a digital detox! Greek organic and biodegradable toiletries are also provided for our guests, as water is recycled for watering the gardens.

You are invited to join us for a truly magical, unspoiled, utterly relaxing yoga retreat and holiday of a lifetime.

Silver Island Yoga is not bound by any one particular yoga or spiritual tradition and have invited teachers who have studied many of the world’s great traditions and their teachings reflect the wisdom in all. We pride ourselves on sharing yogic teachings and mindfulness in a down to earth, fun manner inclusive of everyone’s level of experience. Our dedicated teachers are inspired and passionate about sharing their love and wisdom of yoga with everyone.

The yoga shala is fully equipped with mats, belts, blocks, cushions and blankets and is situated between the main house and Villa with spectacular sea views. We also have a meditation platform at the top of the island, which is perfect for sunrise meditations.

What Yoga will do for you:

The physical benefits: Creates a toned, flexible, and strong body. Improves respiration, fitness, stamina and endurance. Helps to maintain a balanced metabolism and improves the functioning of the internal organs. Promotes cardio and circulatory health. Relieves pain. Helps you look and feel younger than your age. Improves your energy and vitality.
The mental benefits: A calmer more relaxed state of mind. Reduces stress, tension and anxiety, helps you relax and handle stressful situations more easily. Teaches you how to quiet the mind so you can focus your energy where you want it to go. Encourages positive thoughts, openness, mindfulness and self-acceptance.
The spiritual benefits: Builds awareness of your body, your feelings, the world around you, the needs of others. Promotes interdependence between mind, body, and spirit. Helps you live the concept of "oneness."

As you get ready we would like to offer some suggestions about what to bring. The number one suggestion is not to "over pack" because we want you to have as stress-free travel experience as possible. And the other key thing to know is that if you do forget something you will be able to get it in Greece.

What to Bring?

Clothes that you can stretch and breathe in - but don't over-pack!
Sweaters & warm clothes - bring layers of clothing, as it will get cooler in the evenings and mornings. In April, May, September and October bring a sweater or jacket. It may also rain during these months.
Prescription and OTC medications. There is a pharmacy in the local town but is a boat ride away.
Bathing suit, sunglasses and sunscreen
Mosquito repellent (No DEET)
IPod or Musical instruments
Beach clothes & flip flops (or any amphibious shoes)
Walking shoes
A notebook for when you feel inspired
Books that you wish to donate to our library.
A book / reading light to read at night in your bed or a head light as the lighting in the rooms is quite dim
Cash: Get Euros before you leave. Upon arriving in Athens, ATM machines are available. However there is no ATM machine in the local town, so make sure you have enough cash for your travels.
Alarm Clock to get up for your morning yoga practice
Plug adapters to charge your electronics. Our plugs are the standard European two pronged plugs.
Back up batteries
Camera with extra memory cards and binoculars if you wish
Emergency phone numbers /contact numbers to report credit cards lost or stolen

What not to bring?

Yoga props and mat (we supply the mats and have plenty of blankets, blocks, straps and meditation cushions)
Laptop computers - as we have no Internet.
Credit cards - we don't take them.
Hairdryers or any other large electrical equipment
Soap and shampoo - we provide guests with luxury quality biodegradable Greek products that we recommend using, as we recycle water for irrigation.
Towels - we will provide you with shower towel and a beach wrap

As we are still in Europe we highly recommend that you check an online weather report prior to your journey or use the link provided below.

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