kosYoga

What kind of Yoga do you do?

superadmin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:51:58 +0000

Our Director and main tutor, Swami Anand Dharma ‘s classes are based around his 30 years plus of yoga practice and teaching. They include Hatha yoga (the yoga of postures), pranayama (the yoga of breath) & meditation / deep relaxation techniques drawn from many sources and disciplines. The varied sessions may be designed to calm and centre you, or to enliven your energies by utilizing out-flowing asanas, dance or breathing methods as taught by the yogis and other masters throughout the ages.

Our guest tutors of course have their own styles and you are able to choose from a wide range of methodologies and teachings. Please see the individual course info for details.

As each person is an individual, so there is a style of yoga to suit his or her personality.

I am completely new to yoga, won’t I be out of my depth?

superadmin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:50:07 +0000

Not at all. Every one of our sessions and courses is designed to cater for all levels of ability and experience. Classes are kept small enough for the tutors to give everyone the individual attention they need. It is worth mentioning here that in class you may see people doing different things than the tutor has suggested for you personally. This is not to encourage competition, rather, it ensures that everyone gets the maximum from their yoga sessions.

It is arguable that novice practitioners get more out of the simple postures, because the more experienced have to work harder to deepen their practice!

I have a medical condition. Will that prevent me from doing yoga?

superadmin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:48:36 +0000

Yoga is generally suitable for everyone in all stages of health. That said, some exercises may not be suitable for you at a particular time. Please contact us prior to booking if you need any more information or if you feel there is something we should know in advance. If you are unsure if it the right time for you to attend a course, please seek the advice of your medical practitioner prior to booking.

It is also advisable to speak to the tutor before the class begins. Each of our tutors allows sufficient time before beginning their sessions for this.

Do I need to bring any special equipment or gear?

superadmin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:47:13 +0000

Loose fitting clothing is advisable. We also recommend you use natural fabrics, cotton and or linen etc being ideal – Greece can be very warm (if not downright hot!) at certain times of the year and we have found this the best way to maintain comfort! We do not run courses over the hottest period of the year (July/August) at the moment and our on-site classes are carried out under cover. Some off-site sessions are held in the direct sunlight so please ensure you bring suitable sun-protection – i.e. hat, sunglasses and plenty of high-factor sun lotion.

You are welcome to bring your own yoga mat and we have a small amount of mats available to use or to buy should you so wish. If you have your own blocks and belts, again, please feel free to bring them, although most sessions are designed so these aids are not a requirement.

Where are the classes held?

superadmin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:41:52 +0000

On-site, classes are held in a covered area adjacent to the large swimming pool. This is raised from poolside, so you will not get splashed and it is ideal if you get the uncontrollable urge for a dip in the cool waters mid–session!

Circumstances and weather permitting, some sessions are held at varying locations around the island. Be prepared for a surprise!

I have always wanted to go on a yoga holiday, but only have time for a family break.

superadmin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:40:33 +0000

Our vision for siting Kosyoga.com’s teaching centre at the Pantheon Studios was to enable families to have a holiday at a fully-equipped destination whilst allowing one or more of the family members to enjoy a yoga oriented break.

Course attendees traveling without family members are naturally welcome to use the Pantheon’s facilities and we are able to offer single (supplements apply; see our pricing page for details), shared or family rooms along with a variety of dietary options to cater for all tastes and needs.

How many yoga sessions a day are there? Will I be able to enjoy time with my family or to explore the island?

superadmin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:29:22 +0000

Our yoga holidays are designed to give you plenty of free time to spend as you wish. To this end we hold an early morning hatha yoga class, usually 7.30 – 8.45 for the early birds and a later one at 9.30-10.45. On the first day we also hold an afternoon session 2.00-3.15pm for guests arriving on night flights and who may not appreciate the delights of an early start the following day!

There is an optional evening session 6.00-7.00pm.

I am on holiday at the hotel or in the resort and would like to join a class. Is that possible?

superadmin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:27:34 +0000

Yes, we offer single classes at £25.00 or a yoga and ‘lunch at the Pantheon’ package for £31.00. Individual tuition is also available throughout the day (Not during normal session times unless a tutor is available) by arrangement.

What is there to do in our free time?

superadmin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:22:05 +0000

We are based towards the south-western end of Kos Island, in the small town of Kefalos. Here you will find beaches, great swimming, water-sports, ancient ruins (& no, we don’t mean out instructors, even if they do look like extras from the Iliad!), tavernas, restaurants and walks ranging from mild to challenging.

A, little further afield, Kos island is a popular tourist destination for people throughout Europe and has everything you would want from a Greek island – beaches, blue seas ideal for swimming, archaeology, shopping, night-life, restaurants and traditional Greek tavernas. You can spend your time wandering amongst the sunken forest at Plaka or curl up with a good book on a sun-lounger by the pool, or shop till you drop and marvel at the array of ships and smaller vessels using the harbour in the picturesque Kos Town. The choice is yours!

All our courses are designed to give you the maximum amount of free time to enjoy our little piece of Paradise, as well as enjoying and enhancing your yoga practice.

How do I get about when I’m there?

superadmin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:20:11 +0000

The Kos bus service has regular busses throughout the day. You can travel to most places on the island via public transport, but be advised that they do finish rather early at night!

Car, 4×4, Quad-bike, motor-cycle, bicycle hire is widely available and the ever-helpful staff at the Pantheon can direct you toward local hirers in the village.