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Re-Envision Retreat

Movement, Meditation & Magic

Yoga,

Meditation

ΔΑΣΚΑΛΟΙ

Sue Elkind

ΗΜΕΡ.

26 September - 2 October

6 nights / 7 days

ΤΙΜΕΣ

From $2045

Radical Wellness Retreat

Η πρόσκλησή μας σε εσάς:

Enjoy six nights/seven days of empowering yoga & radical wellness practices, swim at spectacular beaches, walk, hike, visit nearby charming villages, ancient sites and byzantine churches, or simply relax and let the magic of the place heal you.

Περιγραφή του Retreat

Movement, meditation & magic with Sue Elkind

& special guest artist Colleen Attara

Join Sue Elkind, and special guest artist Colleen Attara, in Southern Greece at Zen Rocks, a spectacular retreat center in the magnificent olive growing region of Kalamata in the Mani peninsula!  

Enjoy six nights/seven days of empowering yoga & radical wellness practices, creative play, swim at spectacular beaches, walk, hike, visit nearby charming villages, ancient sites and byzantine churches, or simply relax and let the magic of the place heal you.

Expect to be pampered with warm hospitality, complete with delicious meals using fresh local ingredients and the center’s own organic olive oil. Everything you may need in order to rest, relax, and immerse yourself is waiting for you here.  

As an added bonus, we will explore how creativity is a pillar of radical wellness. Colleen will guide us in embracing our creativity with childlike joy & wonder using the sea, sun & nature. Using what we have inside us & around us, we will create a small visual journal to capture bits of the daily magic & awakenings to take home with us through color and words. We will also engage the sun and sea using the cyanotype process.


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Πρόγραμμα

26 September - 2 October

6 nights / 7 days

Παρασκευή, 2 Iουνίου

15:00-17:00

Aφίξεις

17:30

Πρακτική γιόγκα καλωσορίσματος και αποκατάστασης

19:00

Χορτοφαγικό δείπνο

20.00

Εισαγωγές & Κύκλος Συγκέντρωσης Έναρξης

Σάββατο, 3 Ιουνίου

7.15

Διαλογισμός Mindfulness

8.15

Πρωινό τσάι

9.00-11.00

Ενσωματωμένη πρακτική γιόγκα

11.15

Brunch Χορτοφαγικό πρωινό

12.15

Πρωινός κύκλος συγκέντρωσης 

13.45

Ελεύθερος χρόνος: Ξεκούραση, κολύμπι, μασάζ 

17.30-18.30

Επανορθωτική & Θεραπευτική Κίνηση & Διαλογισμός  

19.00

Ηλιοβασίλεμα Χορτοφαγικό-Βίγκαν Δείπνο

21.00

Απογευματινή συγκέντρωση: Εμπνεύσεις, μουσική, διαλογισμός λήξης

Κυριακή, 4 Ιουνίου

7.15

Διαλογισμός Mindfulness

8.15

Πρωινό τσάι

9.00-11.00

Ενσωματωμένη πρακτική γιόγκα

11.15

Brunch Χορτοφαγικό πρωινό

12.15

Πρωινός κύκλος συγκέντρωσης 

13.45

Ελεύθερος χρόνος: Ξεκούραση, κολύμπι, μασάζ 

17.30-18.30

Επανορθωτική & Θεραπευτική Κίνηση & Διαλογισμός  

19.00

Ηλιοβασίλεμα Χορτοφαγικό-Βίγκαν Δείπνο

21.00

Απογευματινή συγκέντρωση: Εμπνεύσεις, μουσική, διαλογισμός λήξης

Δευτέρα, 5 Ιουνίου

7.15

Πρωινός Διαλογισμός

8.15

Πρωινό τσάι, ή καφές, ελαφριά φρούτα & δημητριακά

9.00-11.30

Μάθημα με την Μπρουκ:

-Διαλογισμός της Μεγάλης Μητέρας
-Διδασκαλία της Λευκής Γυναίκας του Βουβάλου
-Προετοιμασία για την τελετή της Γης

12.00

Νόστιμο χορτοφαγικό γεύμα

13.00

Ελεύθερος χρόνος: Ξεκούραση, κολύμπι, μασάζ 

17.00

Ευλογία τυμπάνων και ιερών αντικειμένων - ΤΕΛΕΤΗ ΓΙΑ ΤΗ ΓΗ ΚΑΙ ΟΛΕΣ ΤΙΣ ΣΧΕΣΕΙΣ ΜΑΣ 

20.00

Λήξη ή δυνατότητα παραμονής για δείπνο και επιπλέον διανυκτέρευση

Κόστος

Περιλαμβάνεται διαμονή, πρόγραμμα & γεύματα - Οι τιμές είναι ανά άτομο.

σε Μονόκλινο

1190€

σε Δίκλινο

990€

σε Τρίκλινο

840€

σε σκηνή Glamping

690€

Δάσκαλοι

Sue leads from her heart and her immense experience teaching yoga and training yoga teachers for over 25 years. Passionately dedicated to living radical wellness through yogic movement, meditation, plant medicine and her love of the Earth, Sue elevates individuals and connects communities, advocating regenerative living through digging deeper into one self to make one’s life a greater offering to the Whole.

Δωμάτια

Seaview Studio

Elegant room with private entrance from main Villa foyer/kitchen, and nicely furnished balcony with open garden & sea views. Hand crafted elegant wooden furniture, Cocomat mattresses, organic cotton sheets & pillows, special lighting. Organic kourasanit floors (made of river sand) and bathroom walls.180 degree Panoramic Seaview.

Room Size :
25 sqm
Capasity :
up to 2
Beds:
1 Queen Double Bed (or 2 Single Beds)

Seaview Master Suite

Comfortable spacious suite with private entrance from main Villa foyer/kitchen,and nicely furnished balcony with open garden & sea views.
Hand crafted elegant wooden furniture, Cocomat mattresses, organic cottonsheets & pillows, special lighting.
Organic kourasanit floors (made of river sand) and bathroom walls.
180 degree Panoramic Seaview.

Room Size :
35 sqm
Capasity :
up to 3
Beds:
1 Queen Double Bed (or 2 Single Beds) & 1 Single Sofa

Seascape Loft

A sea of tranquility, this double or twin room rests on the upper floor of each Villa, with its own external stone staircase.
The room opens to a private small balcony with expansive sea and sky views. Thisupstairs oasis also features a large private terrace, your own 40 square-meterprivate sun deck, and star gazing arena.

Room Size :
25 sqm
Capasity :
up to 2
Beds:
1 Queen Double Bed (or 2 Single Beds)

Have a question?

How do I choose the Retreat for me?

All our retreats aim to create a nurturing and welcoming environment for all levels of practice and all student needs. All programs offer the opportunity for a dose of daily good exercise through yoga or pilates, walks in nature and/or swimming in the sea, and both restorative and meditation practice. A weekly program offers a complete experience of well-being. Our teachers are highly experienced and skilled. If a program seems enticing to you, it is probably the one you need. Make a bold step and trust it: Go for it!

Can I come alone?

Absolutely! Our friendly staff and group of guests/friends will make you feel right at home. Surrounded by good company, with space to be on your own, according to your needs and wishes.

Can I bring my partner who is not a practitioner?

Yes. As long as one understands and respects the philosophy of Zen Rocks, your partner can join in the daily activities, or feel free to relax and follow their own schedule. Your friend or partner will feel warmly welcome at Zen Rocks.

When should I book?

Book early, as soon as you know the retreat you are interested in, and your schedule. Click here to send us your questions or to register. Link: REGISTER

Where do I fly to –How do I arrange my Transfer?

We would be happy to help arrange your transfer from Athens or Kalamata to Zen Rocks.The retreat is located about 30 minutes south of the city of Kalamata, in a quiet olive grove amidst sea and blue skies. The closest village to us is Kalianeika, about one kilometer from us. There is airport access both from Athens Airport (3 hours from ZR) and from Kalamata Airport (30-40min from ZR).

-Flights to Athens International Airport (ATH) and transportation to Zen Rocks
All major airlines fly to Athens international airport, called Eleftherios Venizelos. Zen Rocks is about a 2.5-3 hours’ drive from Athens. We can arrange a private transport for you and/ or your group or you can rent a car to drive yourself to Zen Rocks. The ride is beautiful, and you can enjoy a direct ride along the new Athens-Kalamata highway, or you can make stops in places like the sites of Ancient Mycenae, Ancient Nemea, the city of Nafplion, and the town of Kalamata.

-Flights to/from Kalamata (KLX)
More and more there are direct and/or charter flights to the small airport of Kalamata from different European cities. Also, new 30 minutes flights have just started from Athens to Kalamata regional airport are very reasonably priced if booked well in advance.
Alternatively, you can fly to Kalamata from the northern Greek town of Thessaloniki.

-Transportation options while in Greece
The way to reach Zen Rocks is either with our luxurious Mini Van for 8 people or by renting a car from Athens or Kalamata and drive around on your own. Our office can assist you with your car rental reservation. Or you can make your booking directly. During your stay at Zen Rocks our minivan is available for hire along with an experienced driver. The rates for transfers with our minivan are in the attached document titled: ZenRocksRates.
Allow us to book your transfer from Athens or Kalamata. Simply email us at: info@zenrocksmani.com

Driving Directions to Zen Rocks

The retreat is located about 30 minutes South of the city of Kalamata, in a quiet olive grove amidst the sea and blue skies. The closest village to us is Kallianeika.

1. Drive on the new freeway from Athens to Kalamata, and be prepared to stop frequently for tolls. Expect to pay around 15€ each way. It may take you 2-2.5 hours to reach Kalamata.

2. Stay on the freeway and exit Kalamata heading towards Areopolis and Kitries. After the freeway ends, you will pass Lidl, and a café called Cosi on the right, and then the road forks and you see a road sign. At this point you have the option of heading up towards the mountain towards Areopolis and Kardamyli, or taking a right towards the sea and Kitries. You can reach us either way. We are giving you directions through the coastal road here, as it may be easier to find our location this way.

3. Take a right towards Kitries and drive down the coast for about 10-15 minutes. Right as you approach Kitries, the road goes uphill. There is a big retaining wall right in front of you, causing you to almost stop. You see a road sign for Doloi.

4. Make a sharp left up the mountain towards Doloi.

5. Drive for 5 minutes until you reach the village of Kalianeika.

6. When you reach Kalianeika, stop in front of the church and set your odometer to 0.

7. Drive for one kilometer, and you will come to switch back turn where you will see a fence with big cacti and a huge rock. You are getting close.

8. Immediately afterwards, you see a second switch back turn and a couple small signs for Zen Rocks. At this point leave the asphalt road and enter a smaller cement farm road. Drive 200 meters on cement, and then another 400 meters of dirt road. At this point you will see the electrical posts and a cement road up on your left. This is our private drive way to Zen Rocks.

(Attention: our drive way is the SECOND paved road you see on your left. Do not take the first one, right where the cement ends… wait till you drive the extra 400 meters of dirt and pebble road and you come across the electrical wires and big posts… at this point you will also notice that the farm road you are on is covered with the cement of our paved drive way.)
9. Go left on our cement road. It is a sharp incline. Come up on first gear and full throttle. Small cars will do fine if you know how to drive fearlessly.

10. Welcome to Zen Rocks.
As Zen master Thich Nhat Hahn says: YOU HAVE ARRIVED!

Οδηγίες για το Zen Rocks Mani

Το Zen Rocks Mani βρίσκεται σε απόσταση περίπου 30 λεπτών Νότια από τη πόλη της Καλαμάτας, ανάμεσα σε ήσυχους ελαιώνες, τον ουρανό και τη θάλασσα! Το κοντινότερο χωριό είναι τα Καλλιανέικα.
1. Πάρτε τη νέα εθνική οδό απο την Αθήνα προς τη Καλαμάτα οπου θα χρειαστεί να σταματήσετε συχνά σε σταθμούς διοδίων. Υπολογείστε οτι το συνολικό κόστος των διοδίων θα ειναι 15€ η διαδρομή. Η απόσταση ειναι περιπου 2-2.5 ώρες απο την Αθήνα μέχρι να φτάσετε στη Καλαμάτα.
2. Μείνετε στην εθνική οδό και βγείτε στην έξοδο της Καλαμάτας με κατεύθυνσή προς Αρεόπολη και Κιτριές. Όταν τελειώσει η εθνική οδός, θα συναντήσετε ένα σούπερ μάρκετ Lidl και μια καφετέρια στα δεξιά σας που ονομάζεται Cosi. Σε εκείνο το σημείο ο δρόμος χωρίζεται και θα δείτε μια πινακίδα. Σε αυτό ακριβώς το σημείο, έχετε την επιλογή είτε να συνεχίσετε προς το βουνό με κατεύθυνση προς Αρεόπολη και Καρδαμύλη είτε να πάρετε το δρόμοι που είναι στα δεξιά σας που πάει μέσω του παραλιακού δρόμου στις Κιτριές. Όποιο δρόμο και να πάρετε μπορείτε να έρθετε στο Zen Rocks Mani. Εμείς παρακάτω σας δίνουμε οδηγίες από το παραλιακό δρόμο μιας και θεωρούμε ότι είναι ο πιο εύκολος δρόμος για να έρθετε.
3. Κάνετε δεξιά προς Κιτριές και οδηγείτε στο παραλιακό δρόμο για περίπου 10-15 λεπτά. Στο σημείο που έχετε φτάσει σχεδό στις Κιτριές, ο δρόμος έχει μια ανηφόρα. Στο σημείο αυτό υπάρχει ένας μεγάλος τοίχος μπροστά σας που σας αναγκάζει σχεδόν να σταματήσετε. Εκεί βλέπετε μια πινακίδα προς Δολούς.
4. Εκεί αριστερά προς το βουνό με κατεύθυνση προς Δολούς.
5. Οδηγείστε προς τα επάνω αυτόν τον δρόμο με τις στροφές, για 5 λεπτά μέχρι να βρείτε το χωριό Καλιανέϊκα.
6. Όταν φτάσετε στα Καλιανέϊκα, σταματήστε μπροστά από την εκκλησία και ρυθμίστε το μετρητή χιλιομέτρων σας στο 0.
7. Οδηγείστε για 1 χιλιόμετρο και θα δείτε μια στροφή φουρκέτα, η οποία σας φέρνει προς τα δεξια. Εκεί θα δείτε ένα φράχτη με μεγάλους κάκτους και ένα τεράστιο βράχο. Πλησιάζετε!
8. Αμέσως μετά βλέπετε μια ακόμα στροφή φουρκέτα που στρίβει τον δρόμο προς τα αριστερά. Θα δείτε δύο μικρές πινακίδες για το Zen Rocks. Σε αυτό το σημείο αφήνετε το ασφαλτοστρωμένο δρόμο και μπαίνετε προς τα δεξιά σε έναν μικρό αγροτικό δρόμο από τσιμέντο.Οδηγείστε για 200 μέτρα στο τσιμεντένιο επαρχιακό δρόμο και άλλα 400 μέτρα σε χωματόδρομο. Ακολουθήστε τις πινακίδες για να μην μπείτε στον ελαιώνα που είναι πριν από εμάς. Περιμένετε να δείτε το σημείο με την πινακίδα του Zen Rocks να δείχνει τον ανηφορικό ιδιωτικό τσιμεντένιο δρόμο στα αριστερά σας. Είναι που θα σας φέρει στο κατάλυμα.
Σε αυτό το σημείο και μόνο θα δείτε και τους στύλους της ΔΕΗ να ανεβαίνουν προς τα πάνω.
9. Κάντε αριστερά σε αυτόν τον τσιμεντένιο δρόμο. Έχει έντονη ανηφορική κλίση, οπότε βάλτε πρώτη ταχύτητα για να ανεβείτε. Ακόμα και μικρά αυτοκίνητα ανεβαίνουν άνετα. Είναι λίγο σα να ανεβαίνετε ίσια πάνω στον ουρανό, στα σύννεφα… Απογειώνεστε λοιπόν.
10. 5 Δευτερόπτα μετά: Καλώς ορίσατε στο Zen Rocks Mani. Χαλαρώστε και απολαύστε τη διαμονή σας!

Όπως λέει και ο δάσκαλος του Ζεν Thich Nhat Hahn: You have arrived! Pause. Enjoy!

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κρατηση τωρα

Radical Wellness Retreat

Movement, Meditation & Magic

TEACHERS

Sue Elkind

DATES

26 September - 2 October

6 nights / 7 days

CATEGORY

Yoga,

Meditation

PRICE

From $2045

Radical Wellness Retreat

Movement, Meditation & Magic

TEACHERS

Sue Elkind

DATES

26 September - 2 October

6 nights / 7 days

CATEGORY

Yoga,

Meditation

PRICE

From $2045

TEACHERS

Sue Elkind

DATES

26 September - 2 October

6 nights / 7 days

CATEGORY

Yoga,

Meditation

PRICE

From $2045

Radical Wellness Retreat

Movement, Meditation & Magic

5 Days of Freediving, Yoga & Zen Meditation

in the Serene Landscapes of Mani - Southern Greece

A Fun & Exciting Retreat for ALL LEVELS of Divers:

SUPER EXPERIENCED DIVERS: Enjoy Diving in some of
the best waters in the world, in Kalamata Bay.

ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS: You will be taught the A-Z of diving in
the sea with great attention!  You do have to be a good swimmer.

The inner beloved is a unique and very personal presence for each of us. Some of us find the beloved to be a facet of our inner divine self, an aspect of our own inner being. For some of us, the beloved takes the form of a distinct other, even when he or she is being experienced inwardly. Even when we sense the beloved as an inner presence, he or she can appear as a teacher, or a lover, or a deity, someone we can dialogue with, feel guided by, or simply be present with as a guide into the deepening immersion into love…In whatever way the beloved reveals herself, or hints at his nature, be present with that.

-Sally Kempton, from the course: Loving your Way to Awakening, Homework #4

Our Invitation To You

Enjoy six nights/seven days of empowering yoga & radical wellness practices, swim at spectacular beaches, walk, hike, visit nearby charming villages, ancient sites and byzantine churches, or simply relax and let the magic of the place heal you.

Our Invitation To You

Enjoy six nights/seven days of empowering yoga & radical wellness practices, swim at spectacular beaches, walk, hike, visit nearby charming villages, ancient sites and byzantine churches, or simply relax and let the magic of the place heal you.

Description of the Retreat

Movement, meditation & magic with Sue Elkind

& special guest artist Colleen Attara

Join Sue Elkind, and special guest artist Colleen Attara, in Southern Greece at Zen Rocks, a spectacular retreat center in the magnificent olive growing region of Kalamata in the Mani peninsula!  

Enjoy six nights/seven days of empowering yoga & radical wellness practices, creative play, swim at spectacular beaches, walk, hike, visit nearby charming villages, ancient sites and byzantine churches, or simply relax and let the magic of the place heal you.

Expect to be pampered with warm hospitality, complete with delicious meals using fresh local ingredients and the center’s own organic olive oil. Everything you may need in order to rest, relax, and immerse yourself is waiting for you here.  

As an added bonus, we will explore how creativity is a pillar of radical wellness. Colleen will guide us in embracing our creativity with childlike joy & wonder using the sea, sun & nature. Using what we have inside us & around us, we will create a small visual journal to capture bits of the daily magic & awakenings to take home with us through color and words. We will also engage the sun and sea using the cyanotype process.


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Program Schedule

26 September - 2 October

6 nights / 7 days

Arrivals:

26 September

$2445

in a shared Double

$2445

Morning Walk/ Tea & light snack

7:00

Morning Walk/ Tea & light snack

Meditation

8:00

Meditation

Yoga / strength & mobility

9:30

Yoga / strength & mobility

Brunch

12:00

Brunch

FREE TIME / EXCURSION

12:00-18:00

FREE TIME / EXCURSION

Yoga / restore

18:00

Yoga / restore

Dinner

20:00

Dinner

$2125

in a shared Triple

$2125

$2045

In a shared Glamping Tent

$2045

$3645

Single

$3645

Dinner/ opening introductions

18:00-20:00

Dinner/ opening introductions

Morning Walk/ Tea & light snack

7:00

Morning Walk/ Tea & light snack

Yoga Practice

8.00 - 9:00

Yoga Practice

Delicious Fresh Brunch Buffet

9:00

Delicious Fresh Brunch Buffet

Departures

11:00

Departures

Departures:

2 October

-Optional: Departure on October 30th

$2445

in a shared Double

$2445

Morning Walk/ Tea & light snack

7:00

Morning Walk/ Tea & light snack

Meditation

8:00

Meditation

Yoga / strength & mobility

9:30

Yoga / strength & mobility

Brunch

12:00

Brunch

FREE TIME / EXCURSION

12:00-18:00

FREE TIME / EXCURSION

Yoga / restore

18:00

Yoga / restore

Dinner

20:00

Dinner

$2125

in a shared Triple

$2125

$2045

In a shared Glamping Tent

$2045

$3645

Single

$3645

Dinner/ opening introductions

18:00-20:00

Dinner/ opening introductions

Morning Walk/ Tea & light snack

7:00

Morning Walk/ Tea & light snack

Yoga Practice

8.00 - 9:00

Yoga Practice

Delicious Fresh Brunch Buffet

9:00

Delicious Fresh Brunch Buffet

Departures

11:00

Departures

Daily Schedule

$2445

in a shared Double

$2445

Morning Walk/ Tea & light snack

7:00

Morning Walk/ Tea & light snack

Meditation

8:00

Meditation

Yoga / strength & mobility

9:30

Yoga / strength & mobility

Brunch

12:00

Brunch

FREE TIME / EXCURSION

12:00-18:00

FREE TIME / EXCURSION

Yoga / restore

18:00

Yoga / restore

Dinner

20:00

Dinner

$2125

in a shared Triple

$2125

$2045

In a shared Glamping Tent

$2045

$3645

Single

$3645

Dinner/ opening introductions

18:00-20:00

Dinner/ opening introductions

Morning Walk/ Tea & light snack

7:00

Morning Walk/ Tea & light snack

Yoga Practice

8.00 - 9:00

Yoga Practice

Delicious Fresh Brunch Buffet

9:00

Delicious Fresh Brunch Buffet

Departures

11:00

Departures

No prerequisites, just join us with the curiosity of the “Beginner’s Mind.”

No prior experience necessary.

Please note that even though this retreat includes relaxation it will require you to get up early and follow full-day programs with freediving and various mental- and physical challenges. You should be comfortable to swim in open water and It is best to have elementary freediving skills (being able to comfortably dive to 5 meters) You should to be in physically and mentally OK shape (being able to jog for 20 minutes).

Suggested Reading List:

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Program Schedule

26 September - 2 October

6 nights / 7 days

September 7 - Arrivals

18:00-20:00

Dinner/ opening introductions

September 8 - Daily Schedule

7:00

Morning Walk/ Tea & light snack

8:00

Meditation

9:30

Yoga / strength & mobility

12:00

Brunch

12:00-18:00

FREE TIME / EXCURSION

18:00

Yoga / restore

20:00

Dinner

September 9 — Daily Schedule

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September 10 — Departures

7:00

Morning Walk/ Tea & light snack

8.00 - 9:00

Yoga Practice

9:00

Delicious Fresh Brunch Buffet

11:00

Departures

Please share with us your experience with mindfulness practice:

Is this the first mindfulness retreat you are attending  in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh and Plum Village?

What has brought you to this Retreat, i.e.your aspirations,or expectations?

If you wish, please share additional information that will let us understand you more.

Dear friends, if you are not already eating a vegetarian diet, you may want to consider:
Before coming to the retreat, you may to practice eating more fruits, vegetables, cheese, eggs, and beans, like lentils, and seeds and nuts,  if you are not already doing so, because vegetarian meals will be served during the retreat. (that means no fish, no chicken, no animal meat). Just to experience how this is for your body, and to get used to it gradually.

No prior experience necessary.

Suggested Reading List and links to Videos & Podcasts:

You will find Thich Nhat Hanh’s books here: https://plumvillage.shop/books/

For the Greek translations, please visit: https://www.aiorabooks.com/?s=Thich+Nhat+Hanh and https://www.koan.gr

Plum Village — YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@plumvillageonline
Plum Village — The Way Out is In Podcast on Spotify: (link here)

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Costs

Retreat Package for 2 nights (including Accommodations, Program & Meals) - The prices are per person.
Please contact us for availability for the 3rd night option (October 29th-30th).

Retreat Package (including Accommodations, Program & Meals) - The prices are per person.

Full Retreat Package - 4 Night Stay (including Accommodations, Program & Meals) - The prices are per person.

Zen Rocks will assign roommates in the shared rooms below, according to the registration type.

In a shared Glamping Tent

$2045

in a shared Triple

$2125

in a shared Double

$2445

Plus Available upon request, Limited Availability

Single

$3645

Payment Options & FEES*

  • Bank Transfer to Zen Rocks account, or PayPal net in Euro: No FEES.

  • Credit Card payments by Stripe:   5% transaction fee will be added to the quoted prices.

* All payment amounts are due NET to Zen Rocks.

Additional costs for Free Diving Trips

  • You will need to rent your own vehicle for your daily transporation—You are encouraged to share!
    Or, Transportation to and from the sea by Zen Rocks Van can be arranged at extra cost.  

  • Extra option: Deep Sea Freediving with a boat and diving gear at an extra cost.
    How many:   We plan to schedule 1-2 excursions for your group. 

  • (Exception-Please Note: on the day(s) that we go out to the Diving Center in Kalamata, the mid-day lunch at a local taverna is optional and each participant pays for their own lunch) 

AIDA Level 1 Certification Course (optional): 

180€ (includes gear, boat trip, exam)  

Equipment Rental (optional): 

15€/day or 75€ for 5 days 

Deep Sea Diving Excursion by Boat:

75€/day trip

  • Comfortable Accommodations

  • All Lectures and Practice Sessions

  • Τwo delicious vegetarian meals a day (brunch and dinner).
    *Extra drinks, meals, snacks available at extra cost.

  • Limited yoga equipment and accessories (you may want to bring your yoga mat)

  • Daily practice of Zen Meditation, and Abhaya Yoga class or Embodied Yoga/Movement 

  • Teachings on Sea Life & Science

  • Free Diving instruction

  • (Exception-Please Note: on the day(s) that we go out to the Diving Center in Kalamata, the mid-day lunch at a local taverna is optional and each participant pays for their own lunch) 

  • Transfer to and from Zen Rocks Mani

  • Transfers around Zen Rocks and the area

  • Additional therapeutic treatments or private yoga sessions where applicable.

Who was our beloved teacher Sally

Sisters Sung Nghiem, Phuong Nghiem, and Trai Nghiem are monastic Dharma teachers at Plum Village, having been ordained by the Venerable Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. They are devoted to sharing the teachings of joyful, compassionate living through the practice of mindfulness and interbeing.

Sue Elkind

Sue leads from her heart and her immense experience teaching yoga and training yoga teachers for over 25 years. Passionately dedicated to living radical wellness through yogic movement, meditation, plant medicine and her love of the Earth, Sue elevates individuals and connects communities, advocating regenerative living through digging deeper into one self to make one’s life a greater offering to the Whole.

Short Biography of the Teachers
A Few Words from your Hosts

Sisters Sung Nghiem, Phuong Nghiem, and Trai Nghiem are monastic Dharma teachers at Plum Village, having been ordained by the Venerable Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. They are devoted to sharing the teachings of joyful, compassionate living through the practice of mindfulness and interbeing.

Sue Elkind

Sue leads from her heart and her immense experience teaching yoga and training yoga teachers for over 25 years. Passionately dedicated to living radical wellness through yogic movement, meditation, plant medicine and her love of the Earth, Sue elevates individuals and connects communities, advocating regenerative living through digging deeper into one self to make one’s life a greater offering to the Whole.

Sue Elkind

Sue leads from her heart and her immense experience teaching yoga and training yoga teachers for over 25 years. Passionately dedicated to living radical wellness through yogic movement, meditation, plant medicine and her love of the Earth, Sue elevates individuals and connects communities, advocating regenerative living through digging deeper into one self to make one’s life a greater offering to the Whole.

The retreat in Greece was pure magic to me. It felt as the right place at the right time. The location, the nature, the food, the hosts with their team were amazing and the whole atmosphere made me feel safe and totally welcome. Especially my yoga teacher Libby took me on a journey full of spirit, warmth and self-love. To me it was the perfect place for healing and growing.

– Nina Wendlinger

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Sustainability

Zen Rocks employs only local people and makes every effort to source only local food produce. Materials are also local wherever possible, the walls are madewith local stone and a local family of furniture makers are responsible for the beautiful hand carved stools, benches and bed heads. All organic waste iscomposted, it's plastic free where possible, and guests are invited to conserve water. Bathroom products are natural, the bed linen is organic cotton and themattresses are made with coconut fibre.

Accommodations

Seaview Studio

Elegant room with private entrance from main Villa foyer/kitchen, and nicely furnished balcony with open garden & sea views. Hand crafted elegant wooden furniture, Cocomat mattresses, organic cotton sheets & pillows, special lighting. Organic kourasanit floors (made of river sand) and bathroom walls.180 degree Panoramic Seaview.

Room Size :
25 sqm
Capasity :
up to 2
Beds:
1 Queen Double Bed (or Twin Beds)

Seaview Master Suite

Comfortable spacious suite with private entrance from main Villa foyer/kitchen,and nicely furnished balcony with open garden & sea views.
Hand crafted elegant wooden furniture, Cocomat mattresses, organic cottonsheets & pillows, special lighting.
Organic kourasanit floors (made of river sand) and bathroom walls.
180 degree Panoramic Seaview.

Room Size :
35 sqm
Capasity :
up to 3
Beds:
1 Queen Double Bed (or Twin Beds) & 1 Single Sofa

Seascape Loft

A sea of tranquility, this double or twin room rests on the upper floor of each Villa, with its own external stone staircase. The room opens to a private small balcony with expansive sea and sky views. Thisupstairs oasis also features a large private terrace, your own 40 square-meterprivate sun deck, and star gazing arena.

Room Size :
25 sqm
Capasity :
up to 2
Beds:
1 Queen Double Bed (or Twin Beds)
A few words about Mani

The area of southern Peloponnese known as “The Mani’ is a very special place. Its location on the edges of southern Europe, its tempestuous history and its natural beauty, all combine to give the visitor an exceptional experience.

The Retreat is located about 30 minutes south of the city of Kalamata, in a quiet olive grove amidst a stunning nature spread of olive groves and rocky terrain. Kalamata is about a 2-2.5 hour drive from Athens on the Southern tip of the Peloponnese. Kalamata’s location marks the beginning of the incredible Mani, a peninsula stemmed by the magnificent Taygetos Mountain range, which also features some of the most picturesque seaside small towns, variegated beaches, byzantine churches, medieval Towers, and traditional stone-housed mountain villages.

Have a question?

How do I choose the Retreat for me?

All our retreats aim to create a nurturing and welcoming environment for all levels of practice and all student needs. All programs offer the opportunity for a dose of daily good exercise through yoga or pilates, walks in nature and/or swimming in the sea, and both restorative and meditation practice. A weekly program offers a complete experience of well-being. Our teachers are highly experienced and skilled. If a program seems enticing to you, it is probably the one you need. Make a bold step and trust it: Go for it!

Can I come alone?

Absolutely! Our friendly staff and group of guests/friends will make you feel right at home. Surrounded by good company, with space to be on your own, according to your needs and wishes.

Can I bring my partner who is not a practitioner?

Yes. As long as one understands and respects the philosophy of Zen Rocks, your partner can join in the daily activities, or feel free to relax and follow their own schedule. Your friend or partner will feel warmly welcome at Zen Rocks.

When should I book?

Book early, as soon as you know the retreat you are interested in, and your schedule. Click here to send us your questions or to register. Link: REGISTER

Where do I fly to –How do I arrange my Transfer?

We would be happy to help arrange your transfer from Athens or Kalamata to Zen Rocks.The retreat is located about 30 minutes south of the city of Kalamata, in a quiet olive grove amidst sea and blue skies. The closest village to us is Kalianeika, about one kilometer from us. There is airport access both from Athens Airport (3 hours from ZR) and from Kalamata Airport (30-40min from ZR).

-Flights to Athens International Airport (ATH) and transportation to Zen Rocks
All major airlines fly to Athens international airport, called Eleftherios Venizelos. Zen Rocks is about a 2.5-3 hours’ drive from Athens. We can arrange a private transport for you and/ or your group or you can rent a car to drive yourself to Zen Rocks. The ride is beautiful, and you can enjoy a direct ride along the new Athens-Kalamata highway, or you can make stops in places like the sites of Ancient Mycenae, Ancient Nemea, the city of Nafplion, and the town of Kalamata.

-Flights to/from Kalamata (KLX)
More and more there are direct and/or charter flights to the small airport of Kalamata from different European cities. Also, new 30 minutes flights have just started from Athens to Kalamata regional airport are very reasonably priced if booked well in advance.
Alternatively, you can fly to Kalamata from the northern Greek town of Thessaloniki.

-Transportation options while in Greece
The way to reach Zen Rocks is either with our luxurious Mini Van for 8 people or by renting a car from Athens or Kalamata and drive around on your own. Our office can assist you with your car rental reservation. Or you can make your booking directly. During your stay at Zen Rocks our minivan is available for hire along with an experienced driver. The rates for transfers with our minivan are in the attached document titled: ZenRocksRates.
Allow us to book your transfer from Athens or Kalamata. Simply email us at: info@zenrocksmani.com

Driving Directions to Zen Rocks

The retreat is located about 30 minutes South of the city of Kalamata, in a quiet olive grove amidst the sea and blue skies. The closest village to us is Kallianeika.

1. Drive on the new freeway from Athens to Kalamata, and be prepared to stop frequently for tolls. Expect to pay around 15€ each way. It may take you 2-2.5 hours to reach Kalamata.

2. Stay on the freeway and exit Kalamata heading towards Areopolis and Kitries. After the freeway ends, you will pass Lidl, and a café called Cosi on the right, and then the road forks and you see a road sign. At this point you have the option of heading up towards the mountain towards Areopolis and Kardamyli, or taking a right towards the sea and Kitries. You can reach us either way. We are giving you directions through the coastal road here, as it may be easier to find our location this way.

3. Take a right towards Kitries and drive down the coast for about 10-15 minutes. Right as you approach Kitries, the road goes uphill. There is a big retaining wall right in front of you, causing you to almost stop. You see a road sign for Doloi.

4. Make a sharp left up the mountain towards Doloi.

5. Drive for 5 minutes until you reach the village of Kalianeika.

6. When you reach Kalianeika, stop in front of the church and set your odometer to 0.

7. Drive for one kilometer, and you will come to switch back turn where you will see a fence with big cacti and a huge rock. You are getting close.

8. Immediately afterwards, you see a second switch back turn and a couple small signs for Zen Rocks. At this point leave the asphalt road and enter a smaller cement farm road. Drive 200 meters on cement, and then another 400 meters of dirt road. At this point you will see the electrical posts and a cement road up on your left. This is our private drive way to Zen Rocks.

(Attention: our drive way is the SECOND paved road you see on your left. Do not take the first one, right where the cement ends… wait till you drive the extra 400 meters of dirt and pebble road and you come across the electrical wires and big posts… at this point you will also notice that the farm road you are on is covered with the cement of our paved drive way.)
9. Go left on our cement road. It is a sharp incline. Come up on first gear and full throttle. Small cars will do fine if you know how to drive fearlessly.

10. Welcome to Zen Rocks.
As Zen master Thich Nhat Hahn says: YOU HAVE ARRIVED!

Οδηγίες για το Zen Rocks Mani

Το Zen Rocks Mani βρίσκεται σε απόσταση περίπου 30 λεπτών Νότια από τη πόλη της Καλαμάτας, ανάμεσα σε ήσυχους ελαιώνες, τον ουρανό και τη θάλασσα! Το κοντινότερο χωριό είναι τα Καλλιανέικα.
1. Πάρτε τη νέα εθνική οδό απο την Αθήνα προς τη Καλαμάτα οπου θα χρειαστεί να σταματήσετε συχνά σε σταθμούς διοδίων. Υπολογείστε οτι το συνολικό κόστος των διοδίων θα ειναι 15€ η διαδρομή. Η απόσταση ειναι περιπου 2-2.5 ώρες απο την Αθήνα μέχρι να φτάσετε στη Καλαμάτα.
2. Μείνετε στην εθνική οδό και βγείτε στην έξοδο της Καλαμάτας με κατεύθυνσή προς Αρεόπολη και Κιτριές. Όταν τελειώσει η εθνική οδός, θα συναντήσετε ένα σούπερ μάρκετ Lidl και μια καφετέρια στα δεξιά σας που ονομάζεται Cosi. Σε εκείνο το σημείο ο δρόμος χωρίζεται και θα δείτε μια πινακίδα. Σε αυτό ακριβώς το σημείο, έχετε την επιλογή είτε να συνεχίσετε προς το βουνό με κατεύθυνση προς Αρεόπολη και Καρδαμύλη είτε να πάρετε το δρόμοι που είναι στα δεξιά σας που πάει μέσω του παραλιακού δρόμου στις Κιτριές. Όποιο δρόμο και να πάρετε μπορείτε να έρθετε στο Zen Rocks Mani. Εμείς παρακάτω σας δίνουμε οδηγίες από το παραλιακό δρόμο μιας και θεωρούμε ότι είναι ο πιο εύκολος δρόμος για να έρθετε.
3. Κάνετε δεξιά προς Κιτριές και οδηγείτε στο παραλιακό δρόμο για περίπου 10-15 λεπτά. Στο σημείο που έχετε φτάσει σχεδό στις Κιτριές, ο δρόμος έχει μια ανηφόρα. Στο σημείο αυτό υπάρχει ένας μεγάλος τοίχος μπροστά σας που σας αναγκάζει σχεδόν να σταματήσετε. Εκεί βλέπετε μια πινακίδα προς Δολούς.
4. Εκεί αριστερά προς το βουνό με κατεύθυνση προς Δολούς.
5. Οδηγείστε προς τα επάνω αυτόν τον δρόμο με τις στροφές, για 5 λεπτά μέχρι να βρείτε το χωριό Καλιανέϊκα.
6. Όταν φτάσετε στα Καλιανέϊκα, σταματήστε μπροστά από την εκκλησία και ρυθμίστε το μετρητή χιλιομέτρων σας στο 0.
7. Οδηγείστε για 1 χιλιόμετρο και θα δείτε μια στροφή φουρκέτα, η οποία σας φέρνει προς τα δεξια. Εκεί θα δείτε ένα φράχτη με μεγάλους κάκτους και ένα τεράστιο βράχο. Πλησιάζετε!
8. Αμέσως μετά βλέπετε μια ακόμα στροφή φουρκέτα που στρίβει τον δρόμο προς τα αριστερά. Θα δείτε δύο μικρές πινακίδες για το Zen Rocks. Σε αυτό το σημείο αφήνετε το ασφαλτοστρωμένο δρόμο και μπαίνετε προς τα δεξιά σε έναν μικρό αγροτικό δρόμο από τσιμέντο.Οδηγείστε για 200 μέτρα στο τσιμεντένιο επαρχιακό δρόμο και άλλα 400 μέτρα σε χωματόδρομο. Ακολουθήστε τις πινακίδες για να μην μπείτε στον ελαιώνα που είναι πριν από εμάς. Περιμένετε να δείτε το σημείο με την πινακίδα του Zen Rocks να δείχνει τον ανηφορικό ιδιωτικό τσιμεντένιο δρόμο στα αριστερά σας. Είναι που θα σας φέρει στο κατάλυμα.
Σε αυτό το σημείο και μόνο θα δείτε και τους στύλους της ΔΕΗ να ανεβαίνουν προς τα πάνω.
9. Κάντε αριστερά σε αυτόν τον τσιμεντένιο δρόμο. Έχει έντονη ανηφορική κλίση, οπότε βάλτε πρώτη ταχύτητα για να ανεβείτε. Ακόμα και μικρά αυτοκίνητα ανεβαίνουν άνετα. Είναι λίγο σα να ανεβαίνετε ίσια πάνω στον ουρανό, στα σύννεφα… Απογειώνεστε λοιπόν.
10. 5 Δευτερόπτα μετά: Καλώς ορίσατε στο Zen Rocks Mani. Χαλαρώστε και απολαύστε τη διαμονή σας!

Όπως λέει και ο δάσκαλος του Ζεν Thich Nhat Hahn: You have arrived! Pause. Enjoy!

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