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4.9
Qigong and Meditation – a retreat right by the sea on the beautiful island of Crete!
We’ll stay and practice Qigong right by the sea, in the shade of ancient olive and pine trees.
On two afternoons, we’ll explore natural thermal pools and the ancient site of Lissos.
Practicing Qigong at these places of power is always a special experience.
Lucy Ratzel is a certified instructor in Qigong & Chan Mi Gong, according to the criteria of the DDQT e.V. – the umbrella organization for Qigong/Taiji.
She has been practicing Qigong for more than 25 years and has been teaching Qigong and Chan Mi Gong full-time since 2011.
She has already led and organized over 30 retreats in beautiful Greece.
It brings her immense joy to share these wonderful, ancient exercises
and to impart the accompanying background knowledge.
The retreat includes the Qigong/Tai Ji exercise series “Shi Ba Shi” Set 2, the guided meditation Ren Bu, tapping exercises, acupressure, facial massage, Daoist perspectives, and the fundamentals of traditional Chinese medicine.
The most important facts in a nutshell:
7 Morning Qigong Sessions on the Beach
7 one-day Qigong seminars on the beach and at places of spiritual power
2 Evening Meditations
10 nights' lodging at the guesthouse
Transfer from/to Chania
Short hikes to the qigong practice areas
Sightseeing on two days of the seminar
Short trips on seminar days, including short boat trips
Seminar leaders will be on site for 10 days to offer tips and answer questions
1-Month Free Online Studio Membership
Certificate of Participation for the Qigong Seminar (upon request)
Support with leisure activities (outings)
Day trips can be booked for days off
free Wi-Fi
The package price is for a single apartment in the guesthouse.
Couples or best friends sharing a room can take advantage of the 2-person package price.
The simple, clean guesthouses are located right on the water along the beach promenade of the small town of Sougia on the south coast of Crete.
Those who prefer a higher standard of accommodation can also book a studio at the hotel, with or without breakfast (for an additional fee).
Meals are not included.
For those balmy evenings, we’ve selected the best and most charming restaurants and taverns for you!
On seminar days, we’ll eat together as a group at a long table.
Crete is known for its exceptional cuisine. Of course, right by the sea, there’s also fresh fish!
We make sure to choose places with exceptional quality and a pleasant atmosphere.
Sat:
Arrival
Sun:
10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Qigong
4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.: Guided meditation
Mon:
8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.: Morning Qigong
10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Qigong
Tue:
8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.: Morning Qigong
followed by a free day
Wed:
8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.: Morning Qigong
10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Qigong, meditation & sightseeing
Thu:
8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.: Morning Qigong
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Guided meditation
Fri:
Free day
Sat:
8:00 AM – 8:45 AM: Morning Qigong
10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Qigong, meditation, and sightseeing
Sun:
8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.: Morning Qigong
10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Qigong
Mon:
8:00 – 8:45: Morning Qigong
10:30 – 1:00: Qigong & Closing Circle
Tue:
Departure
The schedule is subject to change depending on the weather.
The transfer is included in the package and is arranged from Chania Airport.
Heraklion is available for an additional fee.
CHANIA
Transfer from/to Chania Airport
Duration: 1:50 hours (one way)
HERAKLION (for an additional fee)
This airport involves a longer travel time to Sougia.
Especially for the return flight, please take into account the 3:20-hour drive.
Transfer from/to Heraklion Airport
Duration: 3:20 hours (one way)
OR WOULD YOU PREFER TO RENT A CAR?
In that case, the transfer costs will be credited to you, and you’ll have more flexibility
for your own activities, especially on your days off. However, there are also wonderful excursions you can take by boat or ferry once you’re there.
The customer may cancel the trip at any time before the trip begins.
The tour operator has established the following cancellation fees based on the date the cancellation notice is received and the start date of the trip:
Up to 30 days before the start of the trip: 25% of the trip price
29 to 19 days before the start of the trip: 30% of the trip price
19 to 15 days before the start of the trip: 65% of the trip price
14 days or less before the start of the trip: 80% of the trip price
30 hours or less before the start of the trip and in case of no-show: 100%
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