Rhythmwood Soul Retreat in Karpathos, Greece
Join us - Sept 27th to Oct 4th, 2026
You are invited to dance with us on the spectacular Greek Island of Karpathos!
Join us for a week of mindful movement, adventure and relaxation in the wild, rugged beauty of Karpathos Greece.
Karpathos is an unspoiled island gem of the Aegean Sea, mainly known for its magnificent beaches with dazzling azure and turquoise waters. The island has retained an authentic character and tranquil ambiance offering a special and beautiful location for our Rhythmwood Soul Retreat.
The incredible retreat centre we have chosen for your dance adventure boasts ocean views from every bedroom! The wooden terrace where we will be dancing overlooks the Aegean Sea, with a magnificent view of the evening sunsets. The buildings are surrounded by lush gardens and fruit trees, with mountains as the backdrop and the sea just 50 meters away. Mediterranean meals are made onsite at the retreat centre's own restaurant. Several beaches are within walking distance where you can find your own space or join with the group for some exploring together. Private massage treatments are available as an optional extra. This retreat centre is a beautiful, healing sanctuary!
Together, we'll enjoy daily dance programming held in the mornings and early evenings. This will include both choreographed and freestyle movement classes. Throughout the retreat we'll be exploring embodied inquiries through the lens of mindful movement. We dance to discover how we can become more present in our daily lives by increasing somatic awareness. The overall desire is to cultivate a practice of 'bodyfulness' and, of course, to experience more JOY! There will also be plenty of time between programming each day for exploring the local area, getting a massage, or just relaxing in your beautiful surroundings.
Retreat Includes:
- 7 nights accommodation in bright, clean rooms (2 people per room). Each room has its own private bathroom and a balcony with ocean views (Private room upgrade may be available)
- 3 nutritious and delicious meals per day served in the gardens and on the terraces overlooking the ocean
- 1 beach excursion, with lunch at the location
- 1 excursion to the ancient mountain village of Olympos for dinner
- All island transportation related to flights and excursions
- All Dance, Movement and Meditation Classes (2/day) on the dance deck looking out on the sea
- Spontaneous, joyful playtime as a group i.e. mandala making, outings to nearby beaches, perhaps a hike or two
Payment Schedule:
Non-refundable program deposit upon registration: $650 CAD (or 2 payments of $325)
June 27th, 2026 - direct payment to Resort Organizer: €900 Euros
Aug 1st, 2026 - final program payment: $995 CAD
*note there is a €14 room tax payable onsite at the retreat
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To ensure your place in the program a $650 CAD non-refundable program deposit is required, payable to Wendy Roman.
Accommodation payments will be paid (in Euros) directly to the Resort Organizer by bank transfer, due on June 27th, 2026 (or at time of registration if joining after this date).
Note pricing does not include airfare. You will need to book a flight to Athens Greece, as well as a connecting flight to the island of Karpathos.
Past Retreat Testimonials:
I am one of the women fortunate enough to have participated in Wendy's Dance retreat in Portugal this past November. I feel so privileged to have had the opportunity to dance with Wendy again. The venue was ideal, the dance studio was spacious and comfortable, and the pool and hot tub were well used! Our chef offered healthy, inspired cooking catered to everyone's dietary needs. The real highlight of the retreat was, of course, Wendy. Her skill, radiance, playlists, and glowing presence made every dance class such a treat! ~ MT
Wendy and Rick were wonderful hosts and took care of all the details so we could all just lean in and enjoy every minute. I loved the classes and the wisdom Wendy shared and I really enjoyed the Wednesday hike that Rick led us on. I highly recommend this retreat! One of my favourite trips of all time! ~Alison R
Wendy’s delivery of Nia, conscious movement and fascia release classes was exceptional, and I returned from the retreat refreshed, renewed, and overflowing with new ideas for my own classes. I really loved the variety of classes and activities offered at the retreat—all of them fed my soul. Wendy and her husband Rick provided a rich schedule of learning, exploring, fun, and laughter. Such a warm and welcoming duo! ~ Lee Anne K (Nia teacher)
The explorations of Nia, Yoga and Soul Motion Movement as directed by Wendy Roman allowed for individual opportunities to grow while freeing self judgement. Wendy’s playlists and vast knowledge of movement and spaciousness encouraged us to immerse ourselves in uninhibited, embodied movement. The participants openly shared their joy, style and obvious love for each other. We began the week as strangers and left with new friends willing to continue the exploration. Our hearts are overflowing with love and gratitude. ~ June SJ
This is the best adventure, dance, learning and fun experience I've ever been on. I'm forever changed by each person and the new friends who were part of this retreat. I'll carry the positive energy and life force given to me at this retreat. Forever in gratitude. ~ Cheryl S