This event has been cancelled
ACRO • YOGA • MEDITATION
Retreat: 03.10-14.10.2022
We’re sad to say that this event has been cancelled for this year. This is due to the unpredictable nature of events thus far, increased travel costs thanks to the fuel crisis & other uncertainties. 😢 Such a shame as we were really looking forward to this, perhaps next year we will have better luck! 🤞
Thanks to all those who expressed an interest, we hope that you’re with us again for future retreats ☺️
For those interested in what the event would have entailed, details are shown below, as we may be able to run it next year instead!
Travel with us to a small island in Indonesia, no wifi, no people, just clear water and sky. Through your participation, you help to give back to nature. As for each participant, we donate a large amount to the BlueLife project. An initiative to protect the ocean life of these islands. You’ll start the day with sunrise Yoga and a fresh meal. You can explore the island or do nothing… join Acro-classes, do Handstands on a Palm tree or lose track of time while exploring the ocean life.
“Experiencing the beauty of raw nature was a spiritual experience. By travelling far away from all civilisation – I felt home again in my body and mind.“
(1) the Retreat
Spend 12 days with us on Sikandang. We will travel with a small group of up to 16 participants. This retreat is for your mind and soul: during our fun classes, you will feel free and playful as a child. When the sun paints the beach in a warm red in the evening, it is time for camp-fire philosophies. We will pick you up from the airport and organise the transport to the island. All food is provided and our wholesome and fun program will nurture your body and mind. The schedule contains:
- AcroYoga classes each day (what fun!)
- Relaxing Hatha & powerful Vinyasa Yoga.
- As well as Guided Meditations.
Our team consists of 4 dedicated teachers: Marie & Tomas and Marek & Sonicka. Whether you are a beginner or an intermediate practitioner, our goal is to support you on your journey and teach you what we know. The magic starts when we come together to create and make things happen. Be aware: once you fall in love with nature you might become an eco-warrior and hide on top of a palm tree when it’s time to leave.
(2) Location
Island:
Sikandang is a small island in the Indian Ocean. The white, sandy beaches are breathtaking. The azure sea is lined with coral reefs, which encourage admiring the endless number of colourful fish and diverse animals.
Facilities:
There is no electricity or internet. The camp facilities are simple and practical. We’ll maintain an ecological lifestyle. Such as not using toilet paper, but water like the locals. You can do it! It’s part of the adventure 😉
Sleeping:
You will sleep in one of the simple, beautiful wooden houses, which are built by the beach. There are five houses on the island. Each house can accommodate 4 people.
Hygiene:
We ask that you only use biodegradable and microplastic-free toiletries on the island. From shower gels & shampoos to toothpaste & deodorants.
(3) Food
Eating should be beautiful. We’ll prepare the food together with love & care. With a mix of exotic fruits, fresh-cut veggies, legumes and herbs, to feel light & healthy after every meal. We’ll be supported by a professional Indonesian chef.
3 meals a day will be provided: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Yum!
(4) Transport & Organization
Travelling to Indonesia:
Book a flight to Medan Airport.
We’ll meet the group in Medan. From there we’ll travel together by bus and small fishing boat, to get to the island.
If you need help finding a good flight, we can assist you. Flights from Germany range from 400-700 euros. (More information about cheap airlines etc. you will also find in the info PDF we’ll provide you with after booking.)
Entry requirements:
Finally, after 2 years of COVID Indonesia has lifted its entry restrictions.
At the time of writing, if you are fully vaccinated you must still provide a PCR test. Otherwise, you will need to account for 5-days of hotel quarantine or show a recently recovered certificate. Please check the entry restrictions yourself, as they may change at any time.
And just in case: Make sure you have good travel insurance (around 30 euros).
Visa:
If you are from the EU/ UK, the simplest way is to get a “visa upon arrival” at the airport for around 30 euros. This visa allows you to stay for 30 days.
(6) Our teachers:
Marek and Sonicka (Prague) are teaching Hatha Yoga & Meditation. In their classes, you will enjoy the calm atmosphere they create and become inspired by their spiritual devotion and knowledge.
They will guide the shamanic rituals on the island and our morning meditations.
(5) Teaching:
6 am: Sunrise Meditation
6.30 – 8 am: Vinyasa/ Hatha Yoga
8.30 am: Breakfast
10.30 – 12.30: AcroYoga class
2pm: Lunch
Time to explore and play
6pm: Dinner
7pm: Campfire/ Ritual/ Meditation
Marie (Berlin, Germany) & Tomas (Cardiff, UK): We are AcroAdventure and we teach all over Europe. Our classes are always fun and creative. We’ll teach you the fundamentals and how to advance your practice. L-basing, standing, technique, communication, flows and safe practice. We’ll encourage you to feel confident busting out Acro & handstands everywhere!
Marie will also teach a creative Vinyasa Flow in the mornings. If you want to learn more about us, check out our bio and personal Instagram.
(7) Protecting the ocean life
The Blue Life project has been protecting marine life and coastal ecosystems in the Pulau Banyak archipelago since 2017. They clean the beaches of plastic waste and provide jobs for the local population. The anti-poaching teams’ task is to protect the islands from illegal activities. Such as catching sharks, collecting turtle eggs or the destruction of coral reefs.
The BlueLife project offered the island of Sikandang for this retreat to help raise awareness of the importance of nature conservation. We are happy to support the project through our participation fees.
(8) Price & Booking
10 Early Bird Tickets (available until 31.07): 840 Euros
Regular Ticket: 950 Euros
Dates: 03.10-14.10.2022
Included in the price:
- Housing on the island for 10 days
- A program full of amazing AcroYoga & Yoga classes
- 3 super healthy meals a day
- Transport from Medan to the island and back
(The flight ticket is not included)
After your booking, you will receive an email confirmation & invoice. We will follow up with an info PDF (of what to bring etc.) and a pre-departure video conference. We want to make sure all participants are fully prepared for this amazing experience. Please be aware that any risks of this travel are solely and only carried by yourselves. You can cancel your booking free of charge until 30 days before 03.10.2022. After that, you get 60% back until 20.09.2022. In case of new Covid regulations that impede your entry or a Covid infection, you will get your entire booking refunded.
For further information contact us directly. We are happy to answer all your questions:
[email protected]
Marie’s number: +4915229745215
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Join the Adventure!
We’re sad to say that this event has been cancelled for this year. This is due to the unpredictable nature of events thus far, increased travel costs thanks to the fuel crisis & other uncertainties. 😢 Such a shame as we were really looking forward to this, perhaps next year we will have better luck! 🤞
Thanks to all those who expressed an interest, we hope that you’re with us again for future retreats ☺️