Ashtanga Yoga & Pranayama Sadhana with KIA NADDERMIER

Ashtanga Yoga & Pranayama Sadhana PRACTICE IMMERSION RETREAT

Kia Naddermier has more than 25 years of experience of Ashtanga Yoga. She is an international teacher and founder of Mysore Yoga Paris, a global Ashtanga Yoga community dedicated to a holistic, multi-layered approach to practice. She mentors teachers and gives training, workshops and retreats internationally.

Kia is a highly skilled and compassionate Pranayama teacher certified to teach at the highest level within the Kavalyadham lineage.

Being a devoted meditation practitioner, her teachings draw extensively from traditional Buddhist teachings of Mindfulness and Loving Kindness.

Kia offers a non-dogmatic, inclusive and creative space open for personal exploration and inquiry. Her deep love and years of dedication to all aspects of practice shines through in her warm, insightful and inspirational teaching.

She is the co-creator of the much appreciated podcast Mysore Yoga Paris - Closer Together offering free practice resources available for all.

ASHTANGA YOGA & PRANAYAMA PRACTICE IMMERSION

(limited to 16 students!  Students must be familiar with Mysore style self practice)

This is a rare opportunity to join Kia for a full week of practice in a small intimate group, offering space for abundant individual guidance and support to deepen your personal practice. With a sincere dedication to the development of her students, Kia offers an inclusive, warm and creative space open for personal exploration and inquiry.

Kia will share her insights and guidance as we allow space for daily Mysore practice, Pranayama, Kriyas, Mindfulness Mediation and Philosophy.

Integrating all aspects of practice naturally awakens usto the wisdom of our full embodiment, allowing the subtleties of body, breath, heart and mind to unfold and blossom.

The retreat is open for all levels, but you need to have an established Mysore Style - self practice.

“Fully supported by deeply knowledgeable guidance, there was so much to learn that I felt we could happily spend a lifetime to absorb all of the subtitles of Kia´s teaching.”

— Callie Mahoney, Paris France

Course Content

We open our mornings with Mindfulness Meditation, cultivating deep awareness as we align body, breath, mind and heart. Kia will also introduce everyone to the essential practices of classical Kriyas (yogic purification techniques) as per Hatha Pradipika.

- Followed by Ashtanga Yoga Mysore Style classes, where you receive individual guidance and adjustments. One or two led classes may also be offered to refine our internal and physical awareness of energetic principles, actions and alignment of practice.

Afternoons will be dedicated to the philosophy and practice of traditional Pranayamas and Kriyas in the lineage of Kaivalyadham as well as Meditation, Satsang and exploring mindful principles of Yoga.

These subtler practices take us beyond the physical aspects of yoga to the next level of awareness. We deepen our appreciation of the many layers of the breath and its significance in yogic practices and philosophy.

New students will be mindfully introduced to classical Pranayama & Kriyas, whilst those with more experience will refine and deepen their practice and understanding.

The retreat is open for all levels, but you need to have an established Mysore Style - self practice.

 About Yoga Retreat in Tertsa (Crete) 

Tertsa is a tiny village hidden in a beach-side valley on the island of Crete.

It is a haven for those that seek true retreat from the fast paced modern world.

Off the usual tourist trail, Tertsa’s lush valley and beachfront location offer the best of Crete; living in harmony with nature, generous hospitality, a slow paced lifestyle and the shining Mediterranean Sea… Located on the Southeastern Coast of the island, the surrounding Dikti mountain range shelters the small valley from the cold North wind making Tertsa one of the warmest places in Greece.

Tertsa Retreat center – is a 5 minute walk from the village and the beach. A place created with mindfulness and care for nature. A place of healing, banana trees, sun, sea and peace… We are happy to offer you an opportunity to step out of the day to day world and live in pristine nature while you dive deeply into yoga.

 Accommodation 

We have different apartments available for you to choose from all only a couple of minutes walking distance to the beach:

*The price includes: yoga classes (6 morning sessions and 4 afternoon workshops), accommodation and all meals.

**EARLY BIRD PRICE (till 31.1.2025) - 50 EUR discount price payed in full by 31.1.2025

GIANNIS BEACH APARTMENT

Price: 1.390 EUR (single occupancy) 1.190 EUR/pp (double occupancy) 990 EUR/pp (triple occupancy)

This is a fully renovated apartment literally on the beach. Enjoy your coffee on the terrace overlooking the sea. The kitchen is equipped with everything you need.The bedroom has one double bed and one bunk bed.

STUDIO LAMBROS

Price: 1.290 EUR (single occupancy) 990 EUR/pp (double occupancy)

Studio Lambros is a few minutes walking distance from the beach. It has a queen size bed suitable for two people. It has a small kitchenette, balcony which offers sea view.

TERTSA SUITES STUDIO

Price: 1.290 EUR (single occupancy) 1.090 EUR/pp (double occupancy)

The studio features modern amenities, a private bathroom, and a comfortable double bed. With its charming decor and natural light, the studio room creates a calming ambiance.

TERTSA SUITES APARTMENT

Price: 1.450 EUR (single occupancy) 1.250 EUR/pp (double occupancy)

This one-bedroom apartment is the perfect oasis for anyone looking for a tranquil and comfortable living space. The apartment features a cozy bedroom with a double bed, an attached bathroom, and a well-equipped kitchen with, living space with a sofa bed and all the necessary appliances.

POPI APARTMENT

Price: 1.190 EUR (single occupancy) 990 EUR/pp (double occupancy)

A tiny but cosy independent apartment with a sea and a hill view. A shared entrance with a spiral staicase connects the ground floor. There is two single beds a bathroom and a private kitchenette outside the room. There is also a garden where you can find organic vegetables.

KIKI APARTMENT

The house is located a few footsteps away from the beach. Fully renovated 45 m² apartment with a beautiful balcony and a bedroom that has one double bed.

Price: 1.190 EUR (single occupancy) 990 EUR/pp (double occupancy)

KATHARINA APARTMENT

Price: 1.350 EUR (single occupancy) 1.150 EUR/pp (double occupancy)

The apartment is a one bedroom with a double bed and a shower, a fully equipped kitchen, a bathroom, living room with the possibility of 2 more beds. On the terrace there is a marble table and a wood-burning stove to spend unforgettable evenings or enjoy the sea view on the private terrace. It is surrounded by a beautiful garden that is full of flowers and lemon, orange, banana and loquat trees.

 Food 

Organic vegetarian cooking, fresh from farm to table!

Mediterranean cuisine at it’s best. Our meals are catered by two local chefs who source almost all ingredients directly from local farmers.

Traditional Mediterranean dishes with a vegetarian twist, a variety of seasonal vegetables and fruits, fresh bread, fresh fruits an array of traditional Greek and of course an abundance of Cretan olive oil.

 Schedule 

Monday 09 June: Check in afternoon

Dinner in a local tavern 19:00

Daily Schedule:

· 6.30 to 8.00am light breakfast (coffee, tea, nuts and dried fruits, some fruit…)

· 8.00am  Morning Practice

· 11.00am Brunch

· Free time

· 4.00pm Afternoon Class (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday)

· 6.30pm Dinner

Monday 16 June: Check out after brunch

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GETTING THERE - Tertsa is one and a half hours drive from Heraklion airport. We can arrange transportation for you if you request it. Some people may prefer to rent a car or take the bus to the neighboring town of Ierapetra.

For more information or to book your spot, please contact us any time:

tertsaretreat@gmail.com or tereza.poljanic@gmail.com

For questions about accommodations, food or transportation

contact Tereza on Whats app

+386 51 347 497