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BIG BLUE YOGA AND SWIM RETREAT

Retreat date

Malia Hill

What's included
  • Arrival and departure transfers on Amorgos (port-hotel-port)
  • Use of Spa facilities (sauna, hammam, jacuzzi, indoor seawater swimming pool, fitness center)
  • Use of Yoga shalas and yoga equipment (mats, blocks, stripes, bolsters, blankets)
  • Use of outdoor pool
  • 10% discount on Face and Body treatments
  • Unlimited Internet access
  • One 30-minute relaxing massage
Food included in the package

Breakfast, Dinner

Food

Enjoy delicious fresh food at award-winning Ambrosia Gallery Restaurant. You will be served an abundant breakfast buffet daily, as well as a tasty lunch and dinner. They use fresh food and locally grown vegetables and a variety of spices grown on the island. The meals are all vegetarian and vegan. Please let the retreat leader know at the time of your booking if you have any specific dietary requirements.

The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:

  • All kind of meals
  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
  • Other dietary requirements on request
Activities included in the package

Guided Bus Island Tour

Accommodation & venue

Welcome to an oasis of luxury and peace where you will experience comfort, elegance and plenty of inspiration. Famous for being a top yoga destination worldwide, at Aegialis Hotel and Spa we offer 5 beautiful yoga shalas and an outdoor rooftop, with direct views to the crystal clear Aegean sea and the Amorgian mountainous landscape.

Each shala comes with high end complimentary props and a unique energy of tranquility and bliss. We have welcomed over 700 yoga groups from all over the world to experience the magic of Amorgos island with Aegialis. Every year, more than 2000 yoga enthusiasts come to Aegialis to explore their yoga, meditation and wellness practices. Your experience here will be one of tranquillity, transformation and joy. We are happy to welcome you to our beautiful island.

Experience 5-star luxury in an island famous for having one of the highest magnetic fields in the world. Located on a slight hill overseeing the entire Aegiali Bay, Aegialis Hotel & Spa offers you a front-row seat to sea views and the majestic mountainous landscape of the island. This is a prime location, with only a short walk to the beach and the Aegiali shops.

Malia Hill

About organizer

About XPLOREFIT Retreats
XPLOREFIT Retreats is the work of a founder who has built her life in the San Francisco Bay Area while keeping her inspiration rooted in the landscapes of Greece — the homeland that shapes her sense of beauty, hospitality, and adventure.
A lifelong traveler and explorer, she pours genuine cultural curiosity into every retreat, designing immersive journeys that invite participants beyond the surface — into local traditions, everyday rhythms, and the natural wonder of each destination. At its heart, XPLOREFIT is about empowering others, and women in particular: each retreat is crafted to spark personal growth and build a sense of community that lasts long after the journey ends. To do this, XPLOREFIT collaborates with some of the best instructors in the San Francisco Bay Area, bringing world-class yoga to breathtaking destinations around the globe.
Meet Your Teacher: Malia Hill
For this retreat, students will practice with Malia Hill, who has been practicing yoga for over 24 years and teaching for nearly two decades. Known for her fun, dynamic style, she blends creative, challenging Vinyasa flows with breathwork, meditation, restorative practices, and yoga philosophy — helping students build strength, explore arm balances, and reconnect with themselves on and off the mat. She also teaches Yoga Nidra, mindfulness, and has shared Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) Yoga since 2009.
Malia has taught at Wanderlust festivals in Tahoe and Hawaii and led retreats in Croatia, Baja, Costa Rica, Maui, and Yosemite. A former four-year lululemon ambassador, she has led teacher trainings, mentored aspiring instructors, and taught at studios across the Bay Area; she currently teaches at Equinox. Outside the studio, she's a full-time special education teacher and proud mother of a 17-year-old daughter — work that reflects her lifelong commitment to helping others grow and discover their own resilience. Whether leading an energizing flow or a restorative practice, Malia creates an environment where students feel welcomed, challenged, and inspired.

Introduction

Join us for the Big Blue Yoga & Swim Retreat from June 19 to 25, 2027, on the enchanting island of Amorgos, Greece. Set on the unspoiled edge of the Cyclades, this escape weaves daily yoga and swimming effortlessly into the rhythm of island life. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Aegean Sea, where crystal-clear waters, dramatic mountains and serene Cycladic light invite you to slow down, breathe and reconnect.

Move through energizing morning flows with Malia Hill and cool off in the legendary waters that gave “The Big Blue” its name, and nourish yourself with fresh Mediterranean cuisine. Hosted by Malia Hill, you’ll embark on a rejuvenating journey of movement, rest and connection — perfect for anyone seeking to embrace the water element and find balance in body and mind. Let the Aegean revive your spirit.

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    Health & Hygiene
    • Uses cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus.
    • Linens, towels and laundry washed in line with local authority guidelines.
    • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays.
    • The accommodation partner we work with follows the guidelines of local authorities.
    • Equipment for activities is disinfected before and/or after use.

    Physical distancing

    • Cashless payment available.
    • Physical distancing is maintained.
    • Instructors maintain a distance from the client at all times possible.
    • Activities take place outside where possible.

    Safety features

    • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by the local government.
    • Hand sanitizer available in guest rooms and key areas.
    • Process in place to check the health of guests.
    • First aid kit available.
    • A room is available to isolate suspected or infected COVID-19 patients.
    • Protective masks are available for all staff.
    • Protective masks available for clients.

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