FITNESS & EMBODIMENT

SEPTEMBER 2026

FITNESS & EMBODIMENT RETREAT

HOSTED BY

YORGOS KARAMALEGOS & ALEX CROCKFORD

1 - 8 SEPTEMBER 2026

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A NEW TRADITION

Our September retreat reflects the continuity of our shared journey over the past three years, while embracing new insights drawn from our first-ever June retreat and fresh perspectives regarding Fitness, Embodiment, and consciousness development. We’re honoured to again be joined by Dr. Lena, whose sessions will delve into the vital interplay between the microbiome and restorative sleep.

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YORGOS KARAMALEGOS

EMBODIMENT

Founder and Lead Instructor of Physical Lab, an international laboratory dedicated to performance and embodiment, Yorgos Karamalegos has guided performers and professionals from diverse backgrounds towards achieving profound physical and mental awareness. At the core of his practice is a deep passion and ethos: research into presence as a pathway to personal and professional freedom. With the body as a point of entry, his approach facilitates the deconditioning of ingrained patterns (physical, vocal, and cognitive), unveiling the embodiment of one’s true spirit and revealing our most authentic selves.

ALEX CROCKFORD

FITNESS

Founder of the ALEX CROCKFORD app, Alex is a well-known personality on YouTube as well as the fitness industry. His app has helped thousands transform their bodies with various programmes suitable for those working out in a gym or at home. He believes that personal development never stops, and that life is about achieving our highest potential. Therefore he is dedicated to helping others achieve their best self possible.

GUEST INSTRUCTOR

DR. LENA KANTZOU

MICROBIOME & GUT HEALTH

Originally an aesthetic dentist from Athens, Dr. Lena shifted her career after a family health crisis, dedicating herself to studying Nutrition, Microbiome, and Lifestyle Medicine. Over the past few years, she has blended her medical expertise with health coaching, focusing on the transformative power of lifestyle changes. Driven by a passion to empower others, she advocates for the integration of nutrition, gut health, and overall well-being, offering compassionate, science-based guidance to help individuals achieve lasting wellness.

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DETAILS & ACCOMMODATION

A twin bedroom at the Armonia Retreat Centre featuring light wooden floors, white walls, and decorative woven wall hangings.

Standard Room

£2000

Double bedroom with shared bathroom between rooms

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A bedroom at the Armonia Retreat Centre featuring a white bed, wooden ceiling, and a modern bathroom with a round mirror.

Premium Room

£2300

Double/Triple bedroom with private bathroom

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A swimming pool at Iliopetra Village House in Douliana, Crete, with a white building covered in vines behind it.

Private Flat

£2550

Private, off-site housing located near retreat center

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Balcony overlooking the hills of Douliana, Crete from Natalia's Traditional Houses.

Village House

£2750

Traditional stone cottage near to retreat center

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PRICING IS PER PERSON & INCLUDES ALL WORKSHOP & SERVICE FEES, FULL 6-DAY ACCOMMODATION, AND TRAVEL TO & FROM CHANIA AIRPORT

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RETREAT ITINERARY

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

DAY 1

Alex

Morning Stretch

A nice gentle wake up for the body, giving awareness to any tight areas or parts of your body we need to be conscious of during our training.

DAY 1

Alex

Personal fitness benchmark

The workout will begin with fun fitness tests (planks, wall sits, push-ups, etc.) to spark motivation and track your progress throughout the week.

DAY 1

Yorgos

Dive into The Body

Gently reconnecting with the Body and with other people's bodies, post lunch break!

DAY 1

Yorgos

Introduction to Presence & Embodiment

Explore and expand your bodily sensations as a pathway to presence. Enhance your sensitivity and awareness across all senses.

DAY 1

Alex & Yorgos

Forest Walk

Enjoy a walk out into the woods and explore the surrounding area as well as ground down into nature.

DAY 1

Alex

Breathwork & Meditation

Focus on breathing techniques to calm the nervous system and relax your mind and body

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

DAY 2

Yorgos

Pleasure Exercise

A gentle and stretchy morning session for a smooth start.

DAY 2

Alex

Team workout

In this session we will get together in groups to challenge ourselves whilst also building a team energy for the week.

DAY 2

Yorgos

Party Through the Body!

An energizing, improvisational session that frees the body and mind, encouraging new movements, sensations, and ways of thinking.

DAY 2

Alex & Yorgos

Beach Time

Take advantage of staying so close to the sea and enjoy some time with Alex & Yorgos on one of Crete's famous beaches.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

DAY 3

Alex

Stretch & mobility

Targeted stretches and mobility exercises to help release tension, enhance range of motion, and cultivate better body awareness.

DAY 3

Alex

Strength & cardio workout

Let's get the music pumping, and get the body moving to a mixed gym based circuit to get strong and fit!

DAY 3

Alex

Technique Masterclass

Work through common mistakes of major movements and exercises so that we can work on safe and effective techniques during our workouts.

DAY 3

Yorgos

Dive into the body

Gently reconnect with the body and other people's bodies after the lunch break.

DAY 3

Yorgos

Grounding: Unleash Your Inner Warrior

Embrace the core principles of pleasure as you channel your strength with confidence and joy. Prepare to explore, energise, and elevate yourself in a vibrant, supportive environment!

DAY 3

Lena

Nutrition, Lifestyle & the Microbiome!

Explore the fascinating world of the microbiome and its surprising impact on our health and well-being.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

DAY 5

Alex

Beach Workout

Let's have fun on the beach with some relays, games, and bodyweight exercises before we chill in the sun.

DAY 5

Yorgos

Dive into the body

Gently reconnect with the body and other people's bodies after the lunch break.

DAY 5

Yorgos

Embodied Expression: Part 2

In this second segment, we'll employ the Lab methodology to delve into the fundamental aspects of acting, enhancing your expression and communication skills.

DAY 5

Alex

Healing Breathwork & Meditation

In this breathwork and meditation session we will go a little deeper, allowing the depths of our being to come to the surface for whatever healing is needed in this moment.