Connect Retreat in Greece
May 16-21, 2025
Sounion, Athens Riviera, Greece
with Teresa & Ruben
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May 16-21, 2025 | Sounion, Greece
Connect Retreat is all about reconnecting and strengthening the connection between yourself and someone you care about.
This retreat is one-of-a-kind because it is the perfect blend of all of the wonderful parts of a couple’s retreat, without it being only for those in romantic partnerships, and focused on building connection.
This experience is for anyone from siblings to parents and child relationships, to best friends, to romantic partners.
On this retreat, you will share things you normally don’t share including experiences, places, ideas, thoughts, and feelings without the heaviness found in many other relationship-style retreats. We all know that life is short and relationships are one of the most precious things we have in this world.
Through Yoga and Meditation, we’ll help you get in touch with yourself, take care of yourself, and promote self-love and acceptance in order to connect at a deeper level. It’s also about having fun and enjoying life to the fullest! You can expect fun excursions & adventures too!
You’ll honor your most cherished relationships (friendships, family, romantic) through a curated experience that will leave you feeling closer to your person than ever before, rejuvenated on a soul level, and with memories to last a lifetime.
Who is the first person that comes to mind when you think about reconnection?
So Ask Yourself:
- Who do you crave more time with?
- Who do you wish you saw more often without the usual distractions of everyday life?
- Who do you want to strengthen your relationship with?
- What relationship in your life would feel good to honor with a beautiful trip & your undivided attention?
This could be a parent, friend, sibling, mentor, or partner. It could be a completely platonic love or a romantic one, but one thread is the same- you desire more connection with this person, and the thought of making more memories with them sounds exciting, fulfilling, and intriguing
Is this you?
- Perhaps the hustle & bustle of everyday life has ignited a desire to finally start putting your relationships first.
- Or you live far away from one of your favorite people on the planet, and your soul needs more time with them.
- Maybe you haven’t traveled in a while and what better way to make memories than to bring one of the most important people in your life to bond.
- You’re looking for an opportunity for growth and reconnection through new experiences together.
We all have that one person whom we crave more connection with.
Meet Your Hosts
MEET TERESA GONZALEZ:
Teresa is a yogini and lover of nature with a creative heart.
Aside from yoga, she also enjoys movement such as cycling, hiking, swimming, and dancing. She brings over 20 years of yoga experience with a solid practice in Vinyasa, Restorative, Yin, and Partner Yoga.
She wants to share with her students all of the adventure, peace, flavors, smells, warmth of the sun, and cool water that Greece has to offer.
Teresa is passionate about teaching her students how to find peace and bliss in their lives by awakening all the senses to take it all in. She believes any type of meditation is an important daily practice whether that looks like a mindful walk, sitting still, practicing breathwork, etc. This is one of the many tools that supports her teachings.
Her philosophy of taking it all in also involves opening the heart with yoga, inviting restful sleep with meditation, and waking up to beautiful sunrises to fill up the inner vessel of beauty.
Creative expression is also one of her gifts and she enjoys creating art by painting on canvas, paper, walls, on a t-shirt, or just drawing a Mandala in the sand, using her fingers and toes, and decorating them with sticks and stones that she collects nearby.
Ruben’s introduction to Yoga came many years ago from the philosophy side by reading the classics texts and meditation practice, as he combined a professional life as a data analyst for over 35 years with an active life in sports, mainly soccer.
Later in life, Ruben moved more through cycling and triathlons, and discovered that yoga helped shorten the recovery time after races and hard training sessions. He also discovered that yoga helped him with his posture at work, and finding more mental clarity. All of this led him to get his 200hr yoga teacher certification.
Through breath-centric movement, Ruben encourages his students to find harmony within their bodies and minds, fostering a deeper connection to themselves.
Ruben’s teaching philosophy extends beyond the physical aspects of yoga. He believes that yoga is a powerful tool for self-discovery and personal growth. In his classes, you’ll find an invigorating safe space to develop a sustainable practice.
MEET RUBEN GONZALEZ:
Teresa and Ruben have been married 35 years and found common ground through yoga. They started practicing Partner Yoga at home, and experienced so much fun and connection that they brought that practice to their students. Now, they will continue the journey with their second Connect Retreat in Greece!
It’s different than your average vacation because you’ll have a team dedicated to looking after you, and one of the best parts is taking the guesswork out of the vacation planning process.
THEIR STORY ON RETREAT
Teresa:
“We came to a Wellness Retreat with Katrina in Greece in 2022, and fell in love with the experience. It helped us Connect with each other and with ourselves by disconnecting from a daily routine, by exploring the island, by connecting with the environment.
We started to play with the idea of offering this adventure to people who want to spend time with that special person. We made it happen in 2024 and everyone who experienced it was happy and relaxed. We shared laughs and tears of joy, food and memories, new experiences, and supported each other throughout the journey. The Connect Retreat gave us space to communicate with each other from the heart.
It was magical… so here we go again!!”
Ruben:
“Greece, the Aegean Sea, the weather, the food, and the warmth of the people, make this destination a dream come true, plus experiencing all of that on a yoga retreat makes for a magical experience!
The opportunity to go on a Wellness Retreat with Teresa helped us form a closer bond. This experience together gave us the inspiration for the Connect Retreat.
We led our first Connect Retreat to a success judging from the smiles, laughter, and overall good feeling so we have decided to make it a recurring event. So tell that someone who you want to connect to, to join you in a discovery adventure to reconnect with nature, yourself, and each other.
MEET YOUR HOSTS
TERESA GONZALEZ:
Teresa is a yogini and lover of nature with a creative heart.
Aside from yoga, she also enjoys movement such as cycling, hiking, swimming, and dancing. She brings over 20 years of yoga experience with a solid practice in Vinyasa, Restorative, Yin, and Partner Yoga.
She wants to share with her students all of the adventure, peace, flavors, smells, warmth of the sun, and cool water that Greece has to offer.
Teresa is passionate about teaching her students how to find peace and bliss in their lives by awakening all the senses to take it all in. She believes any type of meditation is an important daily practice whether that looks like a mindful walk, sitting still, practicing breathwork, etc. This is one of the many tools that supports her teachings.
Her philosophy of taking it all in also involves opening the heart with yoga, inviting restful sleep with meditation, and waking up to beautiful sunrises to fill up the inner vessel of beauty.
Creative expression is also one of her gifts and she enjoys creating art by painting on canvas, paper, walls, on a t-shirt, or just drawing a Mandala in the sand, using her fingers and toes, and decorating them with sticks and stones that she collects nearby.
RUBEN GONZALEZ:
Ruben’s introduction to Yoga came many years ago from the philosophy side by reading the classics texts and meditation practice, as he combined a professional life as a data analyst for over 35 years with an active life in sports, mainly soccer.
Later in life, Ruben moved more through cycling and triathlons, and discovered that yoga helped shorten the recovery time after races and hard training sessions. He also discovered that yoga helped him with his posture at work, and finding more mental clarity. All of this led him to get his 200hr yoga teacher certification.
Through breath-centric movement, Ruben encourages his students to find harmony within their bodies and minds, fostering a deeper connection to their own selves.
Ruben’s teaching philosophy extends beyond the physical aspects of yoga. He believes that yoga is a powerful tool for self-discovery and personal growth. In his classes, you’ll find an invigorating safe space to develop a sustainable practice.
Teresa and Ruben have been married 35 years and found common ground through yoga. They started practicing Partner Yoga at home, and experienced so much fun and connection that they brought that practice to their students. Now, they will continue the journey with their second Connect Retreat in Greece!
THEIR STORY ON RETREAT
Teresa:
“We came to a Wellness Retreat with Katrina in Greece in 2022, and fell in love with the experience. It helped us Connect with each other and with ourselves by disconnecting from a daily routine, by exploring the island, by connecting with the environment.
We started to play with the idea of offering this adventure to people who want to spend time with that special person. We made it happen in 2024 and everyone who experienced it was happy and relaxed. We shared laughs and tears of joy, food and memories, new experiences, and supported each other throughout the journey. The Connect Retreat gave us space to communicate with each other from the heart.
It was magical… so here we go again!!”
Ruben:
“Greece, the Aegean Sea, the weather, the food, and the warmth of the people, make this destination a dream come true, plus experiencing all of that on a yoga retreat makes for a magical experience!
The opportunity to go on a Wellness Retreat with Teresa helped us form a closer bond. This experience together gave us the inspiration for the Connect Retreat.
We led our first Connect Retreat to a success judging from the smiles, laughter, and overall good feeling so we have decided to make it a recurring event. So tell that someone who you want to connect to, to join you in a discovery adventure to reconnect with nature, yourself, and each other.
Have you ever wished you could reconnect with your best friend?
Have you thought ‘IF only I had more time with my mom’?
Do you practice yoga, have self-care practices and crave for your partner to go on the journey with you?
Do you want someone in your life to understand, see, and feel the journey you’ve been on through yoga and self-care?
WHY NOW?
✨If we wait for the perfect moment to do it, it might never come, so we invite you to say yes to the present moment, dive into the experience and create memories for a lifetime!
✨This retreat gives you the opportunity to improve your connections now. We don’t want you to have to wait to feel closer to someone you love and care about, nor do we want you wishing you had booked it later on.
✨This is a beautiful time to reconnect, bond, laugh, and grow with each other in one of the most beautiful places in the world. Don’t miss out!
THIS IS NOT:
intensive couples therapy
only for romantic partnerships
a serious and heavy experience
an acro yoga workshop (those crazy partner yoga poses)
Or your patrick swayze with baby in the air moment.
(But maybe you can try that in the sea.⁓)
This is a connection retreat
- Expect deep connection and light-hearted moments
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This experience will allow you to bond and feel closer to the person you attend with.
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You will share things you normally don’t share including experiences, places, ideas, thoughts, and feelings.
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This is an active & rejuvenating holiday
Connect Greece Retreat with Teresa & Ruben
A time to reconnect, bond, laugh, and grow with each other in one of the most beautiful places in the world.
May 16-21, 2025
What’s Included:
- 5 nights beachfront hotel under the Temple of Poseidon
- 2 meals per day (Breakfast and Dinner)
- Daily Yoga Classes with Teresa & Ruben
- Partner Yoga Class
- Evening yin or restorative class
- Opportunities for Reflection & Connection
- Specialty Workshops
- Boat Excursion around the Athens Riviera & Nearby Island
- Local Guided Tour exploring Ancient Greek History and Culture
- Tour of the Temple of Poseidon
- Spectacular sunsets
- Local Evening Out: walk around time and enjoy an ice cream. Living the sweet Greek life!
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Eyia Retreats Tote Bag
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Travel booking support from Eyia Retreats for your journey to Greece with the option for special rates for additional travel planning before or after the retreat
What’s Included:
- 5 nights beachfront hotel under the Temple of Poseidon
- 2 meals per day (Breakfast and Dinner)
- Daily Yoga Classes with Teresa & Ruben
- Partner Yoga Class
- Evening yin or restorative class
- Opportunities for Reflection & Connection
- Specialty Workshops
- Boat Excursion around the Athens Riviera & Nearby Island
- Local Guided Tour exploring Ancient Greek History and Culture
- Tour of the Temple of Poseidon
- Spectacular sunsets
- Local Evening Out: walk around time and enjoy an ice cream. Living the sweet Greek life!
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Eyia Retreats Tote Bag
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Travel booking support from Eyia Retreats for your journey to Greece with the option for special rates for additional travel planning before or after the retreat
“At the touch of love, everyone becomes a poet.”
⁓Plato, Greek Philosopher
“At the touch of love, everyone becomes a poet.”
⁓Plato, Greek Philosopher
Sounion, Athenian Riviera
Sounion, located on the southern tip of the Attica peninsula in Greece, is a renowned historical site famous for its ancient Temple of Poseidon. Perched on a cliff overlooking the Aegean Sea, the temple dates back to around 440 BC and offers stunning views, especially at sunset. Sounion was an important maritime and religious site in ancient Greece, dedicated to the god of the sea, Poseidon. The area is rich in mythology and history.
Sounion, Athenian Riviera
Sounion, located on the southern tip of the Attica peninsula in Greece, is a renowned historical site famous for its ancient Temple of Poseidon. Perched on a cliff overlooking the Aegean Sea, the temple dates back to around 440 BC and offers stunning views, especially at sunset. Sounion was an important maritime and religious site in ancient Greece, dedicated to the god of the sea, Poseidon. The area is rich in mythology and history.
Where We’ll Stay
You will be staying at a lovely hotel directly on the beach under the iconic Temple of Poseidon. Our location offers breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea. This hotel combines modern comfort with classical elegance, making it an ideal retreat space for us. Each room features a balcony with panoramic views.
Where We’ll Stay
You will be staying at a lovely hotel directly on the beach under the iconic Temple of Poseidon. Our location offers breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea. This hotel combines modern comfort with classical elegance, making it an ideal retreat space for us. Each room features a balcony with panoramic views.
Past Connect Retreat Photos
Travel Logistics
Eyia Retreats will support you with any travel questions you may have and support your journey to Greece. We can advise you on good flight options and planning gets to be easy! Once you arrive in Athens, Greece everything is taken care of and you can be fully present.
We recommend that you fly into Athens Airport, ATH, 1 day prior to the retreat start date to buffer for any travel delays. and give yourself more time to adjust. This means you will depart USA on May 14th and arrive on May 15th.
You may also schedule to arrive on May 16th. Please arrive by 2pm local time.
Travel Logistics
Eyia Retreats will support you with any travel questions you may have and support your journey to Greece. We can advise you on good flight options and planning gets to be easy! Once you arrive in Athens, Greece everything is taken care of and you can be fully present.
We recommend that you fly into Athens Airport, ATH, 1 day prior to the retreat start date to buffer for any travel delays. and give yourself more time to adjust. This means you will depart USA on May 14th and arrive on May 15th.
You may also schedule to arrive on May 16th. Please arrive by 2pm local time.
Book Your Spot
Everything is included except your flight, lunch/snacks, and any personal items you may want during your trip.
Early-bird offer, $600 off per pair for the first 4 pairs
*Limited to first 4 pairs / 8 people.
Book Your Spot
Everything is included except your flight, lunch/snacks, and any personal items you may want during your trip.
Early-bird offer, $600 off per pair for the first 4 pairs
*Limited to first 4 pairs / 8 people.
What to Bring
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Yoga clothing for daily practice
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Bathing suit (at least 2, recommended)
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Shoes: Beach sandals, walking sneakers, casual shoes for dinner
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Layers for a cool breeze
- Sun protection
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A book or something to relax with at beach & downtime
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We will provide a journal, but you may want your own journal for reflection
What to Bring
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Yoga clothing for daily practice
-
Bathing suit (at least 2, recommended)
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Shoes: Beach sandals, walking sneakers, casual shoes for dinner
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Layers for a cool breeze
- Sun protection
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A book or something to relax with at beach & downtime
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We will provide a journal, but you may want your own journal for reflection
Adopt or Sponsor a Greek Kitty
Eyia Retreats has partnered with Let’s Be S.M.A.R.T. a registered non-profit organization with the mission to educate children and adults on animal welfare. Their main goals are to Successfully Manage Animal Rights Today and work toward global animal welfare. In Greece they have multiple activities including a sterilization program and running a cat sanctuary in Attika region where they rescue cats in need.
While in Greece you can adopt a Greek kitty to take home with you! Contact us or Let’s Be S.M.A.R.T to go through an adoption pre-approval process.
They complete all the necessary exams and paperwork so your kitty is ready and safe to travel home with you!
Alternatively, at the time of booking you will have an opportunity to donate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are flights included?
Your flight is not included in your booking.
How much are flights to Greece?
If you book early, you may be able to find great deals on your flight. Flight prices depend on your departure city and airline. We are available to support your booking! Please reach out to info@eyiaretreats.com.
I don't know how to book my flight.
No problem! As travel professionals, we are available to support your booking! We can guide you on the best options. Please reach out to info@eyiaretreats.com.
How many people are going to be on this retreat?
This retreat is open to all and will be between 8-15 people.
If I’m going alone, can I book a double room and be paired up with someone?
Yes! We can do our best to pair you up with another retreater. This retreat is meant for people to come together. If you plan to come with a friend, both you and your friend must reserve a double occupancy booking and please mention in the note when you sign up who you are paired up with.
How do I get to Sounion?
A group transfer will be arranged from Athens / Athens Airport on May 16th mid-day.
Please arrive at Athens Airport, ATH, by 2pm local time
Feel free to reach out to us for discounted travel planning support available to our retreaters. Email info@eyiaretreats.com
If I have to cancel my trip, is any part of it refundable?
- If you cancel 90 days or more before your retreat start date, you will be refunded the full retreat amount (less non-refundable deposit)
- If you cancel between 66-89 days before your retreat start date, you will refunded (less non-refundable deposit) only if we can fill your spot
- If you cancel 65 days or less before your retreat start date, you will forfeit your entire payment.
Are there any planned activities?
Yes! We have a Group Tour, Boat Excursion, and time in the local town. Everything is optional.
What if I want to extend my travel?
We are happy to support you! Feel free to reach out to us for discounted travel planning support that is available to our retreaters. Email info@eyiaretreats.com
Still have a question?
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