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A Yoga Adventure to
Nourish and Renew
Marathon Blue Villa, Greece
May 17th-24th, 2025
An all-inclusive wellness retreat
Find Your Bliss
Weave together your passion for yoga with the beauty of Greece while staying in an exclusive and stunning villa on the coast. Greece's combination of natural beauty, rich history, and tranquil lifestyle make it an ideal location to deepen a yoga practice while immersed in a spirit of rejuvenation.
We firmly believe in the transformative power of a yoga retreat. With a carefully crafted itinerary that celebrates our love for yoga with culinary excellence and cultural immersion, you will move away from the distractions of daily life, experiencing selected opportunities that will lead to personal discovery and self-care. Naturally, you decide your level of participation in all yoga classes and activities--after all, it's your retreat!
We invite you to be part of our community in an idyllic location and experience the profound impact of yoga within a community who share a passion for self-discovery and intentional living.
Perched high on top of a hill in the Attica region of Greece and above the sparkling blue waters of the Aegean Sea, Marathon Blue Villa perfectly blends with the amazing landscape offering its guests an exclusive bird’s eye 360° view.
Using high-quality bedding & linen for optimal comfort and including ensuite bathrooms, our yoga group has exclusive access to the villa. Spacious and designed with an eclectic minimal architectural taste, the villa was built to provide absolute comfort and relaxation.
With spectacular and unforgettable sunsets, Marathon Blue Villa offers peace and tranquility. Access to the beach and scenic mountain trails is a ten-minute walk away.
Where You'll Stay
Each day begins with a morning yoga practice followed by a delicious and nourishing breakfast prepared by our chef. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday will offer day trips to visit Marathon, Athens, a vineyard, and a nearby island. These trips provide opportunities to learn about Greek culture, history, and cuisine. All meals are included during these planned excursions. Alternating days will be spent relaxing at the villa, heading to a nearby beach, or connecting with nature as you check out the local flora and fauna while hiking. After an evening yoga class, enjoy dinner at the villa while in awe of the spectacular sunsets before tucking in for the night in your high-quality bedding!
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What You'll Do
What's Included in the All-Inclusive
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8 Yoga classes led by highly experienced and credentialed teachers
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All transportation, including to and from the Athens airport, and all excursions
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Three delicious meals each day (dinner only on the day of arrival and breakfast only on the day of departure) prepared by an in-house chef
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Private group excursion to Athens, lunch included (*entrance fee to the sites is not included)
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Private group excursion to Marathon, lunch included, and visits to historical sites
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Excursion by local ferry to a nearby island for swimming and lunch
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Visit to a local winery, lunch included
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Unlimited wine while at the villa
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Full use of the private villa, including the indoor gym and heated pool
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Tips for all services
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A one-hour personal massage at the villa
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All linens, including beach towels
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AC in the villa and a heated pool
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Yoga mats and blocks
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Daily housekeeping and self-service laundry
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Safe boxes in all bedrooms
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High-speed wi-fi
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Unlimited mineral water, coffee, tea, expresso, and fresh orange juice during your stay
Your Yoga Teachers and Hosts
Gail Frassetta
Brenda C. Eppley
Gail began her yoga journey in 2010, taking her first class to balance out running and soccer. She practiced many styles but was particularly drawn to the challenge of Ashtanga. Gail soon realized there was so much more to learn and explore in yoga. In 2017, she traveled to India to pursue in-depth study of Hatha, Ashtanga, meditation, pranayama and yogic philosophy, earning her RYT200 and certification in Thai Yoga Stretch. The training in India created a desire to continue to learn more about yoga and the body. In 2019, Gail completed her RYT-500; in 2021, she completed an additional E-RYT-200 in Rocket Yoga, and is YACEP certified. Gail’s yoga journey continues to follow different paths. She is currently interested in functional mobility.
Experience Gail’s adventurous spirit on the mat as you explore breath and movement. She creates thoughtful flows for her classes that encourage you to explore how your body moves and invites you to explore the line between effort and ease.
Brenda was first introduced to yoga more than twenty years ago and became serious about her practice while searching for relief from chronic back pain. The yogic tools and methodology that she learned placed her on a pain-free path of unexpected fulfillment.
With and abundance of positive energy, Brenda's dedication to educating students about the many benefits of yoga motivated the creation of the "Yoga Discovery Podcast." She is passionate about bringing new practitioners to the mat while cultivating a knowledgeable awareness that enhances the experienced students evolving journey.
Teaching from an informed perspective, she believes that diving more deeply into the philosophies, traditions, and history of yoga has a transformative ability to shape our health and well-being in every respect.
When not on the mat or in the classroom (she is a college professor, MFA, BFA, and a Fulbright Scholar, South Africa), Brenda travels the world searching for adventures that will expand her understanding of our global community. She is currently a graduate student in the MA Yoga Studies program at Naropa University. RYT-500 (Himalyan Institute), E-RYT-200, YACEP. Learn more at green-tree-yoga.com
FAQs
What is not included in the cost of the retreat?
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Great question! Your airfare and the cost to enter historical sites or museums, and anything that is not identified as part of the retreat.
What about special diets? Can they be accommodated?
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You betcha! When you register, you will be asked about your dietary restrictions.
Does the villa have wifi?
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It sure does and access is included.
What if I want to arrive to Greece a few days early or stay a few days longer after the retreat ends?
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Fabulous! Have at it! Please keep in mind that you will need to make these arrangements yourself. There is so much to see and we encourage you to tap into your adventurous mindset!
I see that the villa includes a kitchen. May we use it?
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Of course.
Can you tell me a bit more about the yoga that we will be practicing?
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Another excellent question! Brenda and Gail recognize that there is not a one-size fits all tradition of yoga for the practitioners who attend our retreats. We use our combined depth of knowledge to carefully craft classes that appeal to the larger group. Each class will differ and serve to deepen your understanding of yoga.
Are there any additional activities that are offered?
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Yes--water sports, horseback riding, cycling, boat trips, fishing, scuba diving....all can be arranged for an additional fee.
What if I have additional questions?
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Please send your questions to greentreeyogaofpa@gmail.com
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