81. Yoga Retreat in Gialova Bay, W Costa Navarino, May 2024

Yoga Retreat W Costa Navarino

Gialova Bay in Messinia hosted a special Yoga Retreat at W Costa Navarino, one of the newest hotel units of the Costa Navarino group. A cozy, youthful place, ideal for wellness escapes with a view of Voidokilia. Four themed practices focused on the hips awaited the participants of our 81st retreat at W Costa Navarino.

The hip is a joint with many muscles and a vast range of motion—larger than you might imagine. The hip performs abduction, adduction, flexion, extension, internal rotation, external rotation, and circumduction.

A reduced range of motion can negatively affect other structures of the body, such as the ankle, the knee, and even the lower back or neck, as the entire body functions like a chain. Hip stiffness can be caused by a sedentary lifestyle, intense training, and in rarer cases—depending on age—pathological conditions (e.g., arthritis).

Thus, I structured the practice around this focus with the intention of relieving both body and mind. I believe we achieved this together. Thank you for your trust once again.


The focus on hip mobility is so important for modern lifestyles!

Testimonials

“Once again, Petros and Fotini, Fotini and Petros organized a wonderful three-day weekend for us!!! What can one say about Costa Navarino! Simply magnificent….” — M.T.

“I had a wonderful time, rested, met new interesting people, and reunited with old acquaintances! Even though I only did a little exercise, it was very refreshing for me! I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you offer us! Stay well, enjoy yourselves, and keep organizing such beautiful activities and gatherings. My love,” — K.G.

“Another weekend full of images of joy, pleasure, bliss, and exercise, with people who accompany us and guide us. We thank you!” — K.L. & N.T.

“Third time at Costa Navarino, and in the best facility of all the complexes. A location with a view of nature, sea, olive trees, and sand. Once again, I received love, renewal, and life from Fotini’s yoga combined with Petros’s organization and care. I will follow them often because I become a different person.” — B.B.

“A wonderful experience! Thank you very much.” — L.P.

“Everything was wonderful!” — A.T.

“Fotini, Petros, thank you for the practice and the organization! I had a great time!” — M.M.

“You are an inspiration! Please come to Athens too!!” — Ch.G.

“Thank you for the wonderful retreat Foteini, we love it so much!!” — L.G.

“It was a wonderful experience for me. My first time at a yoga retreat and a truly meaningful acquaintance. You are both wonderful. You created a really beautiful atmosphere, like one big embrace. Thank you very much, Fotini and Petros. With love,” — S.N.

“Fotini and Petros, stay well and continue the retreats you do. Fotini, you made me love yoga!!! Thank you very much.” — M.K.

“I feel great gratitude for meeting you and for being initiated into your wonderful world! I had a great time physically, emotionally, and mentally! A big, warm thank you!” — M.S.

“Fotini + Petros, another wonderful experience of yoga + well-being + joy. This time, I will stick with it. My body and my soul thank you and are grateful to you.” — V.A.

“Every time is a new experience!” — E.M.

“The natural landscape combined with Fotini’s ever-evolving practice constitutes the perfect opportunity for an escape from daily life and, ultimately, the wellness we all seek. Thank you for all the care, Fotini-Petros.” — Ch.P. & A.A.

“It was a wonderful three-day weekend! An excellent experience of relaxation and tranquility. Petros and Fotini were very friendly. The practice was for everyone. Thank you very much!” — S.L. & D.T.

“W as in WOW!!! Thank you very much, Fotini and Petros.” — A.P.

“Fantastic as always and everywhere with you, our dear friends! Long may it continue! On to the next ones!” — K.L.

“Better every time. Thank you for the beautiful yoga moments, and everything else.” — K.A.

“First time at a yoga retreat and first time doing yoga for me. An amazing experience! I feel like I’m leaving relaxed and ready for a wonderful summer. Well done!” — A.Ch.

“I love you and I thank you! See you in Kenya!” — K.X.

“You are unique. Thank you. See you at the next retreat..” — G.L.

“Another unique experience! Another strong organization! Fotini and Petros, thank you again.” — B.T.

“4 retreats with you and I look forward to the next ones. The 4 practices were wonderful. The places you choose exceed our expectations. Thank you.” — M.A.

“Excellent place and a great teacher” — C.H.

“Another very nice escape! Have a great summer!” — A.G.

“Another three-day weekend of relaxation and exercise in an ideal place with the ideal team, Fotini – Petros!!! We thank you.” — L.P. & E.M.

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