Okreblue Retreat, Paros, Greece

Katy Appleton & Debbie Lewis
assisted by Emma Heald

Join Katy Appleton and Debbie Lewis for a week of revelation and inspiration! Merging the worlds of appleyoga and functional medicine this will be the week you return home not just rested and restored - but with new long term, sustainable health habits.

We want to inspire you, teach you and give you the step-by-step guide to understanding your own unique biology and physiology. You will leave the week with a new understanding of your body and mind so you can make educated choices for yourself through a new lens of knowledge.

Okreblue Eco Yoga Retreat sits on the seaside of Santa Maria on the tranquil peninsula of Paros Island, Greece. The surrounding elements, especially the Earth and Water, are the soul of Okreblue. The closeness to nature in its rawness and purity creates deeply nourishing conditions for healing, rejuvenation and self reflection.

This is not just a yoga retreat. Yes there will be brilliant and easy to learn physical practices (suitable for all bodies and levels of experience) but we are also weaving in daily talks about the biology of the body answering questions such as “What is the best diet for me?” “What's wrong with my hormones?” “Why do I feel so tired?” “What is inflammation?” The yoga classes will be supporting the new information you’re acquiring and making sure you have a way to apply your insights.

Combining more than 50 years of experience Katy and Debbie are passionate about sharing the knowledge they have gained. With lots of space for practice and questions, this week will give you a map to understand the puzzles of your body - so you can start on the path to becoming your own expert.

Katy Appleton

Katy Appleton, the Founder & Director of appleyoga, is a renowned Vinyasa Flow teacher with over 30 years of experience in movement, including ballet, Pilates, body tuning, breath and energy work. With a background as a dancer, she brings an exceptional understanding of posture, alignment, and energetic flow to her teachings. Katy's integrated approach includes a blend of dynamic vinyasa, bhakti yoga, structured alignment, philosophy, mantra, sufi poetry, and music to create a fun and playful yet biomechanically sound practice that transforms the body, mind, and spirit.

In 1998, after a decade-long career as a dancer, Katy qualified as a yoga teacher and has since studied various styles under renowned teachers worldwide. She created the appleyoga school, offering life-changing teacher trainings, global retreats, and online courses. Additionally, Katy has authored several yoga books and award-winning DVDs for home practice, making her teachings accessible to anyone, anywhere.

Debbie Lewis

Debbie is one of the few fully certified Institute For Functional Medicine Practitioners in the UK and a Registered Nutritional Therapist with The British Association for Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine.

Having established her clinic in 2014 Debbie has worked with over 1000 patients and now manages her own clinical team. Her clinics in London and online specialise in complex health conditions, functional medicine and helping adults and children get to the root of what's going on.

Debbie also has a Post-Graduate Diploma in Nutritional Medicine, Masters Degree in Social Work with Children and Families, is a qualified life coach, NLP practitioner and has worked extensively with adults and children for 30 years.

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About

Paros is an enchantingly beautiful island surrounded by the crystal-clear Aegean Sea. It is known for its laid back vibe, classic Greek architecture, and gorgeous "secret" sandy beaches, which you can easily walk to, with private coves and crystal waters.

Paros is not a big island, taking just an hour to drive completely round it. Less than 10 min drive from Okreblue is the beautiful town of Naoussa, with restaurants, a wonderful little port, lots of shops & bars for strolling and spending time in.

Okreblue is located in the magical cove of Filizi, a naturally protected area with aged cedar trees and sand dunes, just south of the popular beach of Santa Maria bay. They are an ecologically conscious, spiritually charged retreat space located right on the sea, with restful views of mediterranean green vegetation and blue skies!

The retreat centre’s every detail is designed with yogis in mind, from the spacious, airy, set-in-nature yoga shala, to the restaurant and different areas for conversation and reflection.

Paros is famous for its kind, welcoming people and high vibration, making it an incredible space to rest, rejuvenate and transform.

Food

One week retreat includes

• 6 Vinyasa morning flow yoga practices

• 5/6 Evening Lunar yoga practices

• 1 Functional Medicine talk or workshop per day

• Q&A each day

• All yoga props and mats are provided

• 7 nights accommodation

• 2 delicious meals a day & a daily smoothie

Retreat doesn't include

• Transfers to and from the airport

• Flights or travel insurance

• Excursions or trips

• Extra treats and activities

• Taxis to and from places locally

Rustic and simple accommodation, connected to the elements.

Stay and sleep in comfort at Okreblue in one of their simple and rustic accommodation options. Inspired by the elements and the muses of Greek Mythology, the rooms are open, naturally lit and purposefully minimal to simplify your experience on retreat. Many of the rooms face the seaside and all are a stone’s throw away from Filizi beach, with unencumbered access to the velvet waters of the Aegean Sea. Perfect for a sunrise dip!

All rooms include the following amenities:

Superior RooMS

Full of space, light and amidst lush nature, sleep in comfort and be bathed in Okreblue’s nourishing energy in their newly renovated superior single, twin or triple rooms all with ensuite.

The rooms at Okreblue and are constructed entirely under our sustainability philosophy. Stay in one of these comfortable rooms and feel your mind de-clutter as you ease into simplicity and maximum relaxation on your retreat.

Photos are examples of the rooms, they may not be the exact room you are allocated.

Terms & Conditions

Cancellation of retreat by appleyoga

In the unlikely event that the retreat is cancelled, full payments will be refunded or moved to another retreat in 2024/5. Travel expenditures will not be reimbursed, and are considered each individual's own liability. It is the responsibility of each participant to book their flights and to find out about flight schedule changes and Covid-19 regulations relevant for their trip.

Travel & medical & trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended. 

Cancellation of attendance by student

• Once booked on your retreat your deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable.

• 60 days or more prior to the retreat date: payments will be 50% refunded, less your deposit.

• 59-30 days prior to the retreat date: payments will be 25% refunded, less your deposit.

• 29 days or less prior to the retreat date: payments are not refundable.