Yoga retreats and conscious living in Crete

“Our bodies and souls were fed in the villa, which will never be forgotten even in a thousand years.”

— Cretan mantinada, shared by our guest

We invite you to step away from the noise and find lightness of body and spirit. Experience the rhythm of yoga and meditation, surrounded by the warmth of our home and the stillness of southern Crete, in the village of Chora Sfakion.

Upcoming yoga retreats in Crete

Join YogaOnCrete retreats led by experienced teachers, held in a supportive, small-group setting in Chora Sfakion.
Throughout the year, we also welcome guest teachers and host special retreat dates alongside our regular programme.
If you are a teacher looking for a place to host a retreat, learn more here →

Iyengar Yoga Retreat

with Eugenia

UPCOMING DATES

04–11 May 2026
04–11 June 2026
12–19 October 2026

10% Spring offer on 4-11 May

Iyengar Yoga Workshop

UPCOMING DATES

16-23 July 2026
16-23 August 2026
2-9 September 2026
22-29 September 2026

Iyengar Yoga Retreat

with Kristina

UPCOMING DATES

04-11 August 2026

 

Men's Yoga and Emotional Awareness Retreat

with Nikos and Nicholaos

UPCOMING DATES

25 Aug – 01 Sep 2026

 

The essence of YogaOnCrete

Four simple pillars that shape the experience — presence, connection, and conscious living.

traditional stone house at YogaOnCrete retreat center in southern Crete
Feeling at home

We believe in a home with a soul – a space of handcrafted details, traditional Cretan style, and quiet corners that invite you to settle in and feel at ease from the very first moment.

Shared meal table with fresh dishes and simple local food during a retreat at YogaOnCrete
Joyful eating

We believe in the beauty of unhurried moments. Shared meals at a single table, honest conversations, and the space for silence you so deeply need.

morning yoga practice at YogaOnCrete retreat in southern Crete
Yoga

We believe in practice as a way of listening. Moving with the rhythm of the sun and the sea, you are invited to find a true connection with your body – beyond the search for perfection.

Person sitting quietly overlooking the sea at sunset in southern Crete
Holistic lifestyle

We believe in the wisdom of the land. Drawing from the simplicity of local produce and the stillness of the rugged landscape, you are invited to find your own natural pace.

The place where retreats unfold

This short film offers a glimpse into the landscape, spaces, and everyday rhythm of YogaOnCrete
– from the surrounding nature to shared moments of practice and presence.
See how to get to Sfakia → or contact us if you need help planning your journey.

What our guests say

“Yoga-on-Crete was exactly the experience I needed but so much more than I dreamed!”

Eve — 2023 retreat participant

“I’m grateful to have learnt some of the principles of yoga.”

R. — 2024 retreat participant

“Thank you again for this wonderful week – I’ve never felt better. This course was paradise for me.”

Kate — 2024 retreat participant