Writing and Yoga Retreat
12-15 September
2025
Time to connect with the woman you are
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Rise in love with your story, your body and soul
Rise in love for your future
Hosts and Facilitators - Who we are
Sarah Gelb
Im a writer, I lead writing workshops in Israel and abroad that also combine nature and movement. I Accompany emotional processes and believe in the healing and liberating power of writing - which allows us to find a personal voice and a place in the world. The ability to see our life as a story and write it It's a gift.
Anastasia Goltsev
I first met the path of yoga at the age of 14, since then the journey of self discovery is going on and the road is always ahead of me. I have practiced different branches of traditional yoga (vinyasa, ashtanga, yin, Ayengar). Since 5 years, i am teaching an integrated style that developed based on studies, personal experience, research and in-depth practice.
Yoga is for everyone, without exception.
Yoga is not the asana we see.
Yoga includes all life aspects.
We practice to connect with all our layers, let the emotions be, allow the mind to quiet, learn to channel energy in our body - that just wants to pass.
I live in Greece for years, in a natural and quiet environment. I am waiting to host you in my home.
Why Writing?
Writing is a wonderful way to listen to yourself, discover, open, release. To take internal parts - including fears and pains and ventilate them in the sun, in the light..
Writing will allow us to ground ourselves, to accept, to forgive and above all to find an inner voice that will direct us back home - to ourselves. We will learn to play with words, with joy and with sadness. In the workshop we will look at the world as writers, find inspiration inside and outside, dissolve fears and surrender to creativity. Through the words we will discover our story, be strengthened and find inner peace.
Why Yoga & Meditation?
Our body feels everything and it knows the truth.
Our body is smart, and it has all the answers without using words. The external world, our jobs, duties, interactions, relations and daily activities, are taking over our inner connection - as it is all a question of the amount of time, focus & energy you give. Then slowly, as any unattained aspect, our bodies start to store tensions, which then become health issues.. our whole life quality decreases significantly, our mental health suffers, our mood drops and we become less radiant and happy.
Come to receive the supporting circumstances to allow the body to open up, give the body the honor of leading us through our emotions into peace and stability. Through the body we can always anchor. The meditation will give peace to the mind that is busy with the past and the future, with worries and possible scenarios.
Movement and meditation open up unfamiliar paths. As the lungs expand and the head rests, our perspective also increases. This flow is essential for both breathing and writing. It makes the heart beat and enables clarity along with joy and inner freedom.
Why Evia - Greece?
To be outside, in the air, free, connected to nature, the sea, the land. Evia island is a virgin stimulating place, full of colors and textures. We will be inspired by everything around us. Calmness and disconnection from the daily hassles. Listen to our deep voices and give them attention. To simply be together under the sun and the moon.
We will be hosted to the views of the peaceful bay of North Evia, on a beautiful sandy beach strip - the hotel is right in front of the sea. Next to the hotel is an open space for practice, on one side green mountain views and on the other side the sound of the sea. (You might get lucky and get to see the dolphins who come to visit from time to time).
Walking distance from a tavern (restaurant), beach bar, cafe - which you can visit in your free time.
What are we going to do -
For each of the dates:
12-15/9
20-23/10
We will meet on the first date of the retreat (12/9 or 20/10) at 4:00 p.m. and finish on 15/9 or 23/10 at 3:00 p.m.
(There will be round trip transportation from the ferry port to the hotel and back).
** You will get all the info for an easy arrival with a public bus / private car, all the way to the ferry port where we will meet you :)
Day 1
Introductions, rooms settling, fruits and cake
Creative and playful writing session that will allow us to release barriers, bring up memories and discover hidden stories.
Sunset Yoga Session - which begins with a conscious tapping technique for emotional release.
Festive & Happy dinner in a nearby tavern and a light and stimulating evening activity
Good night sleep
Day 2
Warm drinks and a light snack
Morning Yoga - open the channels of energy flow in the body, breathe into all the places that ask for new air, exhale everything that does not serve our highest good.
The practice is dynamic, adapted to all levels (I will give several options for transitions / poses).
Rich and delicious breakfast
Swimming time / Free time at the hotel
15:00 Drymonas Waterfall Trip and Writing & Meditation Session - connecting with mother earth and water
** optional stop at the Hot Springs on the return - depending the weather.
Joyful dinner with wine and activity.
Good night sleep
Day 3
Warm drinks and a light snack
Morning Yoga
Intuitive writing
Rich and delicious breakfast
A swim at the sea that will inspire us for free writing..
16:30 Visit at Vriniotis Winery with writing exercise that will surprise you and show you how much you have deepened. A glass of cold wine and local meze to the views of the beautiful sunset.
Relaxed Dinner at a classical tavern at the middle of the tranquile gulf.
Good night sleep
Day 4
Morning Yoga + last note to yourself for this experience
Rich and delicious breakfast
Refreshing Swim & Summary conversation
Hugs & goodbyes.
You will be fetched with our Minibus back to the ferry port according to the bus schedule towards early afternoon.
For arriving from Israel - make sure to be in Athens by 11:00 AM on the first day of the retreat. There are morning flights both with El Al and Aegean which can suit you best.
For return, you can prefer a late night departure from Athens Airport.
What is included
2 Indulgent and rich meals a day (1 at arrival / departure day)
Fruits and snacks along the day
Transportation within the island
4 sessions of writing
4 sessions of yoga
A session of guided imagination meditation
A session of meditative walking
Day trip to waterfalls
Day trip to Winery
Practical tools for a healthy routine of the body and mind - which can be easily applied at home.
A walk in nature, swimming in the sea and great peace.
3 nights in a brand new Boutique Suites & Retreats -
Evia Bay. (Click)
Yoga matts, writing notebooks will be supplied by us :)
An intimate group of up to 12 women
What you get for life..
Beyond the pleasure and fun of the workshop, you will leave with practical tools that you can easily incorporate into your everyday life:
- How and when to use writing as a grounding and liberating tool
- Basics of writing techniques
- Basics of yoga
- Yoga session that you can incorporate into your daily routine
- Tools for practicing meditation while breathing correctly
- Touches from the world of mindfulness
- Connection to internal and external inspiration
- Courage to do, to experiment, to be exposed
And of course a vacation full of peace and nature, with connection to body and heart and meeting new and special people :)
Who is it for?
For everyone! No previous experience is necessary - just a desire to feel, move, release, enjoy, heal and be together.
Modern life is busy and stressful. We deserve to listen to a body that wants to move, to a heart that longs to open, to words, thoughts and feelings that want to come out, without fear and shame. To be together simply and happily, close to Mother Earth.
The workshop is suitable for anyone who is curious, who wants to discover and experience.
For those who want to land and fly at the same time. To put down deep roots so that we can realize high dreams.
Looking forwards to be meeting you
With Love
Anastasia and Sara
Enrollment Fee
Price per adult in a shared Suite:
EARLY BIRDS: 800 Euro
- Suite includes Bedroom with Double Bed + Living Room with a sofa for 1 adult, kitchenette, spacious bathroom and a terrace.
Price per adult in a shared Studio:
EARLY BIRDS: 750 Euro
Price per adult in a private Studio:
EARLY BIRDS: 900 Euro
- Studio includes Double Bed + a sofa for 1 adult in one open space, kitchenette, spacious bathroom and a terrace.
Up to 2 adults in a room
EARLY BIRDS - Up to 15/5/25
For arriving from Israel - make sure to be in Athens by 11:00 AM on the first day of the retreat. There are morning flights both with El Al and Aegean which can suit you best.
For return, you can prefer a late night departure from Athens Airport.
Cancellation Policy
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14 days prior the retreat - 100 euros
7 days prior the retreat - 200 euros
6 days before the workshop - 100% of order value.
Registration fee - 250 euros
will not be refunded, except in case of war.
