FITNESS & EMBODIMENT RETREAT
with Alex Crockford & Yorgos Karamalegos
7 - 14 SEPTEMBER 2023
GET UP, GET UP, AND GET INTO YOUR BODY!
Join fitness influencer and #CrockFitApp founder, Alex Crockford, and Physical Lab founder and Embodiment leader, Yorgos Karamalegos for this 8-day retreat to get fit, get in touch with your body, and experience the beautiful island of Crete!
Physical Lab founder, Yorgos Karamalegos
#CrockFitApp founder, Alex Crockford
DETAILS & PRICING
VENUE
Armonia Retreat Centre​
Crete, Greece
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RETREAT DATES
7 - 14 September 2023
(8 days)
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PRICE
£2250.00
WHAT'S INCLUDED
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WORKSHOP FEE WITH ALEX & YORGOS
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ACCOMMODATION
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TRAVEL TO AND FROM CHANIA AIRPORT
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ALL ORGANIC BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
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ONE YEAR SUBSCRIPTION TO #CrockFitApp (retail value £95)
CANCELLATION POLICY
We have a cancellation policy of one calendar month for all retreats. After this, we cannot offer refunds unless another participant can be found.
BE FIT, BE MINDFUL, BE YOU
RETREAT ITINERARY
DAY 1 - THURSDAY
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Morning
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​Arrival and check-in
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Afternoon
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Join us for our opening ceremony where we'll introduce ourselves and kick off the retreat with a group discussion on our shared goals and expectations. This is an opportunity to connect with your fellow participants, set intentions for the experience ahead, and foster a supportive community
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Evening
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Free time
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DAY 5 - MONDAY
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Morning with Alex
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Stretching session
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Run/jog/walk & bodyweight workout
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Mindset & motivation masterclass and Q&A
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Afternoon with Yorgos
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Enhancing Expression and Communication Skills I - in this 2-part session, you'll learn how to effectively use your voice, body language, and facial expressions to convey your message with confidence. We'll also identify and release any restricting habits and incorporate fun acting exercises to improve your comfort speaking in front of others
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Evening
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Beach time
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DAY 2 - FRIDAY
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Morning with Alex
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Stretching session followed by a group challenge workout to create connection & bond with the group
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Exercise Technique masterclass
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Afternoon with Yorgos
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Introduction to Embodiment Masterclass - this masterclass will introduce you to the concept of embodiment and its benefits. We'll explore the importance of presence and how embodiment can enhance it. Get ready for a fun and immersive experience as we dive into your body and move like never before
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Evening
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Breathwork session with Alex
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Sauna session/free time
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DAY 3 - SATURDAY
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Morning with Alex
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Stretching session followed by a gym workout
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Nutrition and lifestyle masterclass and Q&A
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Afternoon with Yorgos
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Team Building Masterclass - in this workshop, we'll utilise the body work from the previous day and introduce a voice element to encourage team building through embodiment. By working together, you'll feel more at ease with yourself and the group, and we'll be ready for our Sunday hike!
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Evening
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​Beach time/free time
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DAY 6 - TUESDAY
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Morning with Alex
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​Stretching session before a cold river dip to enhance recovery
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Gym circuit workout
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Afternoon with Yorgos
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Enhancing Expression and Communication Skills II
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Evening
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Breathwork session
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​Sauna session/free time
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DAY 7 - WEDNESDAY
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Morning with Alex
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Celebratory fun team workout challenge to round off the week & come together with all we have learned—feeling strong, fit, grounded and embodied
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Afternoon with Yorgos
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Improvisational Embodiment Session - get ready to let go, have fun, and connect with your body and others in a unique and memorable way
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Evening
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​Free time
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DAY 8 - THURSDAY
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Morning with Alex & Yorgos
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Pre-Flight Sweat! Energising and fun group workout before we set off.
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Closing ceremony & Departure
DAY 4 - SUNDAY
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Morning
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Hiking day with Yorgos Petroulakis and Ismini Sermea
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Afternoon
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Free time to relax or participate in optional activities (such as a visit to a local beach)
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Evening
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Free time
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Please note all sessions are suitable for all fitness levels and adjustments can always be made. Certain exercises and fitness aspects can also be skipped entirely to suit each individual's comfort level. Participants should also be aware that some of the sessions may take place outdoors.
MEET OUR HIKING GUIDES
YORGOS PETROULAKIS
Yorgos is a certified fitness instructor, personal trainer, and owner of Kalives Crossbox Underground gym. He is passionate about running, fitness, and challenging himself. He has completed the Spartan Agoge 60hr challenge and the Marathon Des Sables. Yorgos helps others achieve their fitness goals through classes, personal training, and strength workouts. He sees running as an opportunity to explore the world and encourages a positive mindset to transform lives.
ISMINI SERMEA
Ismini is a certified fitness instructor and personal trainer with a masters degree in Sports Management and Marketing from Birkbeck University of London. She is a passionate runner who has completed numerous races and believes in the transformative power of running for mental and emotional wellbeing. Ismini specialises in strength and conditioning and aims to help people achieve their fitness goals through consistency, patience, and persistence.
ARMONIA RETREAT CENTRE
ACCOMMODATION DETAILS
Accommodation is included in the price of the residency, and rooms are located on-site at the Armonia Retreat Centre in Douliana, Crete. Rooms are offered as a double, triple, or for four people, so you will be sharing a room with other participants, which we can help organise.
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AMENITIES
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65 square metre studio with wooden floor
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Exterior wooden deck in the middle of an ancient olive grove
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Gym & Sauna
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Well-equipped, brand new kitchen
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Four acres of enchanting outdoor space that has: lawn, a vineyard that you can simply pick and eat grapes in the summer, a large spice garden for guest use, an outside pizza oven, a huge dining table, and seating areas
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ROOMS
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Armonia offers 5 spacious rooms that can host between 2-4 people. The outline for each room is as follows:
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Room 1 – for 2 people, with private toilet and shower
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Room 2 – for 2 people, toilet and shower not attached
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Room 3 – for 3 people, with private toilet and shower
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Room 4 – for 3 people, with private toilet and shower
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Room 5 – for 4 people, with private toilet and shower
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
CLEANING ARRANGEMENTS
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Cleaning arrangements of the Armonia property are included in the cost of the residency. Details are as follows:
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A cleaning person will be onsite every day for 2 hours
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Bed sheets will be changed once a week
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Rooms and bathrooms will be cleaned every 2 days
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A NOTE ON TRAVEL
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Crete has two airports: Chania, which is 30 minutes by car, and Heraklion airport, which is about 2 hours drive from Armonia Retreat Center. But please note that travel to and from Heraklion must be arranged and paid for separately.
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