In search of my hidden treasure - Retreat Isla La Graciosa

La Graciosa is the smallest inhabited Canary Island. It is located north of Lanzarote. Since November 2018, it has been recognized as the eighth inhabited island of the Canary Islands. Its name means 'the graceful one'.

Legend has it that a treasure was buried on La Graciosa that has yet to be found. This makes the island our retreat and starting point for our treasure hunt. The sand game guides and accompanies our path and leads us to our hidden treasure.

Working with sand is creative work with the earth. We create something physical, three-dimensional that we can work on from all sides. We build, but we can also quickly destroy and start again. This special feature allows us to explore different compositions or paths. Traces can also be quickly erased, which is why there is less inhibition to take a risk.

Of course, we also have a treasure map with us - a set of tasks that gently leads us into the depths - to what makes us special...

An inspiring and loving journey to ourselves.

Our personal process will be reflected upon again and again and documented with photos and an individually kept sketch diary.

The sand play takes place on the local beach of Caleta del Sebo, as do the afternoon reflections. Additional individual lessons can be arranged on request.

Many of my clients look for their own accommodation in the immediate vicinity. This is simply because there are very different needs - some just need a simple room, others love their independence and want their own apartment.

This retreat takes place on La Graciosa, a small inhabited island north of Lanzarote. In the main town of Caleta del Sebo there are several accommodation options to suit all tastes. If you wish, we can look for accommodation together. This could be either nearby apartments or simple rooms in a centrally located hostal.

Cheap accommodation in the town: From 40 EUR / night / single room

The same applies to catering. Here too, there are so many different requirements that it seems easier to cater for yourself individually or to meet up for dinner together in a tapa bar or restaurant in the town. In Caleta del Sebo there are several restaurants as well as supermarkets, fruterías and a bakery.

Example program:

Evening before:
Arrival / Dinner I Attunement
Tracking down themes that will accompany us during these days
Location: Caleta del Sebo, local beach

Day 1
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Self-awareness I guided sand play:
My sanctuary - where I feel safe...

17 - 18 h
Reflection in the group

2nd day
10 - 13 h :
Self-awareness I guided sand play:
My roots - what makes me strong...

17 - 18 h
Reflection in the group

3rd day
10 - 13 h
Self-awareness I guided sand play:
My enemies - what makes me angry...

17 - 18 h
Reflection in the group

Day 4
10 - 13 h
Self-awareness I guided sand play:
My pests - what makes me sad and helpless...

17 - 18 h
Reflection in the group

Day 5
10 - 13 h
Self-awareness I guided sand play:
My wishes and dreams - what makes me happy...

16 - 18 h
In search of my hidden treasure
Sand play and final reflection

IN COMBINATION WITH MEDITARTE RETREAT:

additionally 19 - 22 h
Meditation and creativity

The lunch break can be used for individual walks and excursions or for a siesta.

This program example is very condensed - it is also possible to spread the individual units over 6-7 days by individual arrangement.

Travel to Lanzarote on your own. There is a bus connection from the airport to Orzola, but depending on the time of arrival we may have to find another transfer option.
In Orzola we then take the ferry to La Graciosa. They run every half hour in the morning and afternoon and take a break at lunchtime. However, there are some nice bars and cafés in Orzola where you can pass the waiting time.