The Team
Stephanie
Founder
For some people, life is a straight path; for others, it’s a journey of constant discovery. I count myself as part of the latter group.
Far from a fitness aficionado by birth, growing up in different parts of the world, from the UK to the US, from France to Greece -where I now live permanently- and all through my adventures and explorations,
I happened to stumble upon a few secrets:
Staying active and being fit is not some picture-perfect, unattainable thing that only the best of us can aspire to: it can be something as simple as landing on a yoga mat and connecting with your breath; As
enjoyable as discovering a hiking trail for the very first time. It can transform and motivate you, reveal a part of you that you never knew existed, introduce you to new places and connect you to new people – not to mention it can also feel pretty damn good too!
I am happiest when I’m in nature – and more specifically, near a body of water: there is no greater feeling of peace and contentment than a day spent on a secluded beach, or a lovelier surprise than coming across a natural spring as you’re hiking through a winding mountain path.
Greece contains multitudes: its astonishingly diverse landscapes, its vast culinary tradition, and a sense of finding fulfillment through hospitality engrained in the culture are just a couple of reasons why
I find this country to be a constant source of discovery and inspiration, inviting you again and again and always having something new to show you.
Nefeli Nine Retreats is my way of letting you in on these secrets and guiding you through all that inspires me. I hope you will join me in one of our retreats in Greece, as I get to do what I love most: sharing some of the best experiences (and tastiest treats!) this country has to offer and hopefully leaving you inspired, peaceful and refreshed in the process!
Eirini
Yoga Teacher
My name is Eirini which is also the Greek word for peace.
Back in 2014, my curiosity about Eastern philosophy and the existential crisis I was going through led me to my first yoga class in Greece in Syros where I studied. Since then I have been a dedicated yoga practitioner making Yoga a way of life. In October 2018 I completed my 200-Hour Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training with Yoke Yoga in Melbourne, Australia and since then I have been teaching yoga in Melbourne and Greece.
I love learning new things and evolving so I keep deepening my knowledge in the field of Yoga Therapy especially for musculoskeletal problems and chronic pain.
As a Yoga teacher, I encourage people to experience the deeper levels of their existence by combining the yoga tradition with science-based tools and practices. My intention is to raise self-awareness, helping people to unlock their full potential as human beings.
I am also a vegetarian and I do enjoy practising nudism on beautiful beaches. Besides that, I love reading, watching movies, camping, and spending quality time with friends.
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Archelaos
Hiking Guide
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My name is Archelaos and I have been working as an adventure guide for 5 years now. I love doing outdoor activities like rock climbing, mountain biking and hiking and I feel blessed for having the chance to turn my hobby into my job. There is nothing better than exploring nature’s gifts and sharing them with other people.
I am half Greek, half German and I grew up in the beautiful city of Athens, Greece. Ever since my childhood I’ve been looking for the frequent contact with our mother nature.
As a nature lover I have a great interest in flora and I like sharing this knowledge with my fellow travelers. Through nature exploration and observation we can learn many interesting things and feel the fulfillment and enthusiasm that nature and the Greek culture can give us. My priority is always to make you feel joyful and safe under my guidance.
Elias Mavroeidakos
Hiking Guide and Yoga Teacher
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Growing up, when asked what he wanted to do with his life, Elias always gave the same answer: "How am I supposed to know when I haven’t even experienced life yet?”
And that’s exactly what he set out to do: In many ways you could say that Elias’s main occupation is the exploration of life and its experiences, as he is always on the lookout for brand new adventures and untapped areas to explore – and he’s generous enough to share his findings with those who join him on his trips.
If you’re less poetically minded, you could also call Elias an outdoor activities guide: what that means is that he can lead you to any number of experiences in nature, including but not limited to: Hiking, rafting, sea kayaking, river trekking, scuba diving, and more. In short, his mission is to guide you into experiences you won’t soon forget and do it with his signature brand of fun-loving exuberance and infectious, joyous energy!
Elias is also a certified ashtanga yoga teacher, a deep-tissue massage therapist, a trained rescuer, an animal caretaker, an experienced cook, and an amateur handyman: all-in-all, the perfect person to have around on a retreat!
Instagram: @elias.mvr
Panos
Yoga Teacher
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Searching for a way to channel his need for intense physical activity, Panos’ journey took him anywhere from chasing the highs of extreme sports to dabbling in martial arts. But as the years went by, he realized there was still something missing from his physical practice and he never felt that sense of completeness he was so avidly seeking.
Then, along came yoga. After initially dismissing it as a “soft” practice, Panos was surprised to find the balance that yoga brought to his life.
From practicing in a small studio in his neighborhood to traveling the world and deepening his education in yoga and hand balancing next to some of the world’s most accomplished masters. His yoga classes, mixing Hatha and Vinyasa practice with functional and mobility patterns are sure to invigorate and inspire you.
A restless seeker of knowledge and growth, Panos is also proficient in Osteo Thai massage and Craniosacral therapy, transforming the physical and mental state of those who receive his treatments with loving awareness and intention.
Instagram: @panos.kontis
