Yoga, Climbing & Holistic Wellness Experience In Kalymnos

NOGA

Yoga instructor, Thai massage therapist, climber, nature lover and anatomy geek

I have always been fascinated in understanding how our body works, and particularly the relationship of our body and mind. That curiosity led me to study a degree in Biology and Psychology, but soon enough I realized that the best way for me to explore the mind-body connection is through the practice of yoga, mindfulness and the abundant approaches and disciplines surrounding them. 

I fell in love with climbing a few years ago. Since then, I am learning on my own body and mind how the practice of yoga can contribute to climbing. The body benefits from the strength and mobility that we gain through practice, while the influences of breath and meditation on our mind is a real life- changer!

I have been teaching over the past 8 years, founded and managed my own studio in Israel, and have been travelling around the world in the past 2 years. Today, I am offering workshops and retreats as well as group or private zoom classes. You are very welcome to join us in one of my zoom classes to get to know me.

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The perfect combination between Yoga and Climbing

How yoga can affect climbing

During the retreat, we will enjoy the combination of movement and stillness, mobility and strength practice, soft yoga for recovery, meditation and breathwork.

On the yoga mat, we cultivate awareness, calmness, concentration, playfulness and kindness.

Those qualities permeate from the yoga mat into our life and also into our climb.

In my lessons, I enjoy combining different yoga methods, as well as other movement  and spiritual disciplines (such as Ido Portal, Feldenkrais and Buddhism).

The practice has a deep effect  on our climbing, allowing us to increase our range of motion, strength and balance, improve our performance on the rock, and more importantly our inner experience!

Towards the end of the retreat, we will have a special session of Acroyoga for whoever will be interested.

ELENA

Nutrition, herbal medicine, therapeutic massage and conscious practices to balance the body and connect to the heart

My interest in natural health practices began in 2009 whilst living in Asia. I was suffering from health issues and in 2015, I decided to leave my Singapore-based corporate job to study yoga and Ayurvedic medicine full time.

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The following years I got certified as an Ayurveda Practitioner and Ayurveda Therapist by the Ayurveda Institute in London, studied Traditional Thai Yoga Massage, Sanskrit Mantra Sound Therapy, Budhist Meditation, Hatha Yoga and Laughter Yoga with renowned teachers.

After seeing tremendous personal health improvements, I made it a life priority to share my practice with those who seek more peace in their mind and body.

My sessions and classes are centered around stress and tension relief, body awareness, listening and decluttering the mind to bring focus and clarity to one’s life.

In my free times I love to cook healthy recipes, dance and enjoy outdoor excursions with friends and family.

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In the rhythm of an Ayurvedic life

The way to take care of your body and mind

In this retreat we will optimise your over health to make the most of your climbing experience. From adequate nutrition, to developing our focus and attention and deep body recovery. We will enjoy a special daily cooling and detoxifying Ayurvedic drink and Ayurveda inspired meals prepared by Kiko our Chef.

In the morning session using yoga, energy point stimulation, meditation and mantra practices we will work on centering our mind, releasing mental toxins and physical tensions. We practice listening to our needs to invite clarity into our life.

In the massage therapy we will use warm Ayurvedic medicated oil, marma and chakra therapy over the body and head to help your body recover from the daily effort, support natural detoxification and to promote deep relaxation. Treatments and practices are gentle and non-invasive, respecting the body’s boundaries and individual needs and capability. 

FRED

Rock climbing teacher, meditative climber

After some fifteen years dedicated to the research and development of laser systems, I decided to continue my journey with the desire to transmit the fullness of the great spaces and the vertical life. I like sharing the culture and practice of climbing in the outdoors. Serenity, kindness and attentiveness are the qualities I hope to portray with the people I support around the cliffs.

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My wanderings have brought me to Kalymnos and it’s charm has kept me here. This fascinating island seduced me in many ways: the mildness of its climate, the quietude of its landscapes and of course the richness of its cliffs. I love sharing the magic of this place, it transforms all who come to experience it. Whether you have just a few hours or a few weeks you can enjoy the rock climbing on Kalymnos!

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Climb in Kalymnos: mythical!

There is climbing and there is Kalymnos

I will accompany you to discover a variety of exceptional cliffs, in a magical surrounding that smells of thyme (and sometimes a bit of goat); you will return forever seduced by the sirens of the island if you abandon the caution of Ulysses.

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Like Ariadne, I will guide and supervise you in the maze of more than 4000 routes on the island to help you discover the best ones, according to your level, the best exposure (wind, sun, temperature), the length of the approach walk, the frequentation according to the seasons etc.

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​​We will climb above the sea, becoming for a while philosophical climbers, on the very suggestive patronymic route: Socratics swimming lessons. We also will travel to Telendos which will give our session a taste of adventure.

KIKO

Private Chef, caring for food

During 10 years I have worked as a marine biologist. I was always curious and interested in everything related with food, ingredients and food production systems.

In 2010 I have decided follow my instinct and start working in the catering industry. To complement my knowledge, I have graduated in Culinary Art at Escola de Hotelaria e Turismo do Estoril.

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In the dinners I organize I try to give a gastronomic experience in which the guests feel that there a reason to eat in that place it particular. And with It comes a world of culture, history, technic and care.

One of the plates I find more representative would be the tomato salad I prepare. It´s made with different varieties of tomatoes so that the guests understand that a tomato is not only a tomato. And that depending on the varieties it gets a splash of vinegar, or not.

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Main interests: Food, food, food, photography and tourism

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