ASHTANGA YOGA/PRANAYAMA/MINDFULNESS
A ONE WEEK RETREAT WITH KIA NADDERMIER AT YOGA ROCKS, CRETE
SEPTEMBER 6-13TH 2025
The history of the Yoga Rocks space, means many dedicated Ashtangis across Europe and worldwide have honed their craft in Agios Pavlos known as the gateway for Ashtanga into Europe. Kia first started going in 1996 to what was then known as the Practice Place run by Derek & Radha - so she is delighted to be back offering a retreat at Yoga Rocks for the first time.
Weaving an embodied approach to Ashtanga yoga with pranayama and Buddhist mindfulness practices, makes for a rich retreat with ample opportunity to explore all sides of your practice. Subtly building through meditation and breathing to the strong physical practice of Ashtanga. Imagine these magical yoga mornings as rising from a delicious quietness to an invigorating and challenging movement. A personal and unique visceral journey each day.
Kia will be assisted in all classes by Laura Gonzalez
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“Whatever we practice needs to move our heart. If not, it will not have the capacity to transform our mind.”
Mornings open with Mindfulness Meditation, cultivating deep awareness aligning body, breath, heart and mind. A couple of guided Master Classes will be offered at the beginning of the retreat to expand our understanding of embodied anatomy, energetic movements, actions and principles of Asana. These comprehensive practice sessions will offer new insights to be explored in the Mysore classes that follow. This will allow for your personal practice process to evolve, while receiving individual support from Kia to further deepen your experience. With a sincere dedication to the growth and development of each of her students, Kia offers a warm, inclusive and inspiring space open for personal inquiry.
Afternoons are dedicated to the philosophy and practice of traditional Pranayamas in the lineage of Kaivalyadham as well as reflections around the Buddha Dharma, Meditation, Satsang. These mindfully crafted afternoon sessions allow each practitioner to develop transformative skills and personal resources, growing their unique practice from a place of deep authenticity and clear understanding.
The retreat is open for all levels familiar with Mysore Self Practice.
Pricing is modest and includes accommodation (on the sea), all meals and yoga : 990 euro in a shared room, 1280 euro if you opt for single occupancy.
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