8 Days of Yoga in the Tradition of B.K.S. Iyengar

Retreat date

12 October 2027 - 19 October 2027

Leader

Alexander Borovik

Alex was born in 1970 near Nuremberg, Germany, and came to Iyengar Yoga in 2002 through Vipassana meditation and Aikido. After completing a three-year teacher training in the tradition of B.K.S. Iyengar, he deepened his studies in India with teachers and institutions including RIMYI in Pune. Based in Goa since 2008, Alex teaches regular classes, workshops and retreats, combining Iyengar Yoga, biomechanics and yoga therapy for students of different levels and body types.

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What is included

Arrival and departure transfers on Amorgos (port-hotel-port)
Use of Spa facilities (sauna, hammam, jacuzzi, indoor seawater swimming pool, fitness center)
Use of Yoga shalas and yoga equipment (mats, blocks, straps, bolsters, blankets)
Use of outdoor pool
10% discount on Face and Body treatments
Unlimited Internet access
One 30-minute relaxing massage

Food

Enjoy delicious fresh food at award-winning Ambrosia Gallery Restaurant. You will be served an abundant breakfast buffet daily, as well as a tasty lunch and dinner. They use fresh food and locally grown vegetables and a variety of spices grown on the island. The meals are all vegetarian and vegan. Please let the retreat leader know at the time of your booking if you have any specific dietary requirements.

The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:

All kind of meals
Vegetarian
Vegan
Other dietary requirements on request

Meals included in this retreat

Breakfast
Dinner

Introduction

Join us for a yoga holiday on Amorgos, one of the most beautiful and untouched islands in Greece. Enjoy two daily Iyengar Yoga classes, plenty of free time to relax or explore the island, and a carefully structured practice designed to leave you both energised and restored. Alex will help you deepen your practice and find the best setup for your individual body.

Leader

Alexander Borovik

Accommodation & venue

Welcome to an oasis of luxury and peace where you will experience comfort, elegance and plenty of inspiration. Famous for being a top yoga destination worldwide, at Aegialis Hotel and Spa we offer 8 dedicated indoor and outdoor practice spaces, with direct views to the crystal clear Aegean sea and the Amorgian mountainous landscape.

Each space comes with high end complimentary props and a unique energy of tranquility and bliss. We have welcomed more than 1,500 yoga and wellness retreats from all over the world to experience the magic of Amorgos island with Aegialis. Your experience here will be one of tranquillity, transformation and joy. We are happy to welcome you to our beautiful island.

Experience 5-star luxury in an island famous for having one of the highest magnetic fields in the world. Located on a slight hill overseeing the entire Aegiali Bay, Aegialis Hotel & Spa offers you a front-row seat to sea views and the majestic mountainous landscape of the island. This is a prime location, with only a short walk to the beach and the Aegiali shops.

Health & Hygiene

Uses cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus.
Linens, towels and laundry washed in line with local authority guidelines.
Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays.
The accommodation partner we work with follows the guidelines of local authorities.
Equipment for activities is disinfected before and/or after use.