16 Day Beneath the Waves, Beyond the Self: Freedive and Yoga Retreat in Dahab, Egypt
Yoga Freediving Retreat in Egypt
Transform your mind and body with this brand new Freedive and Yoga Retreat in Dahab. Combining traditional Hatha yoga and freediving, you will learn skills and mental techniques that enhance your life beyond yoga and freediving, building resilience and mindfulness. Perfect for all levels, experience morning yoga sessions and breathtaking freedives in the Blue Hole.
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Waarom deze reis?
- Traditional Hatha yoga sessions
- Freediving at the Blue Hole
- Freedive coaching in and off the water (beginner / advanced)
- Time to explore Dahab, go snorkeling, and more
- 15 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast buffet
Niveau
- Beginner
- Half gevorderd
- Gevorderd
Stijlen
Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport (US$ 40 per persoon)
Accommodatie
You will stay at the Coral Coast Hotel directly at the ocean which is locally owned by a Bedouin Sheikh and directly supports the local community. You will appreciate the hotel's commitment to eco-tourism, reef conservation, and use of fresh produce from local farmers. Embracing authentic Bedouin culture, the hotel offers simplicity in its rooms, local cuisine, and decor, providing a truly unique "Dahab" experience. Double (Twin) Superior rooms with breakfast are included in the price. Options for single room/double room + extra bed or a family room are available.
Programma
What awaits you
Roberto, assisted by his team, will oversee the freedive sessions and theory courses. The course is designed to accommodate both beginners and experienced divers looking to refine their skills. Each buoy will be assigned one instructor for a total of three divers when you are in the water.
Hatha yoga will be taught by Emilio in the traditional manner as imparted by Acharya Venkatesh in Mysore, India. You will experience the nostalgic old world teaching style which is hard to find nowadays. Focusing on the balance of body, mind and spirit through physical exercises and meditative practices.
- Asana postures
- Pranayama
- Backbending
- Bandhas
- Lectures on nutrition
Is freediving risky?
When you start holding your breath for the first time, at a certain point you will feel inevitably some discomfort. What are they triggered by? By your mind and your body: The mind is surprised, not used to it and starts wandering, in other words: it simply starts freaking out. The body notices an increased level of carbon dioxide in your blood which causes the urge to breath. High levels of carbon dioxide in your body are totally safe, there is no risk of brain damages and no hypoxia or loss of consciousness will be experienced during the courses. Everybody with the right training and guidance can reach a mark of 3/4 minutes dry static breath hold with 2/4 weeks of practice. Trust in your body and relaxation are the keys to success.
Two-Week Program:
- Get a solid introduction to both freediving and Hatha yoga.
- Possibility to dive towards 20 or even 30 meters in week 1.
- By the end of the week, you’ll be equipped with the skills to continue your yoga practice independently.
- Achieve greater depth in both your freediving and yoga practice with advanced theory lessons in week 2.
- More time allows for deeper relaxation, improved techniques, and greater overall benefits from your practice.
- Benefit from a special price reduction for booking the full two weeks.
- Spend more time exploring and enjoying the unique charm of Dahab and its surroundings.
Itinerary
First week:
Arrival day
- Arrival day / check in / diving equipment check
Daily activities
- Morning Hatha yoga
- Freedive theory classes
- Pool and dynamic apnea sessions on days 1 and 5
- Blue Hole diving on days 2, 3 and 6, 7
- Special desert dinner
Break day
- Time to explore Dahab, go snorkeling, or other activities (No diving planned)
Second week:
- Optional diving for two week stays (not included)
Dily activities
- Morning Hatha yoga
- Freedive theory classes
- Pool and dynamic apnea sessions on days 1 and 5
- Blue Hole diving on days 2, 3, and 6, 7
- Special desert dinner
- Two-three advanced diving theory lessons with Roberto
Break day
- Morning yoga
- Time to explore Dahab, go snorkeling, or other activities (No diving planned)
Departure on November 22.
Instructeurs
Roberto Butera
Roberto Butera is a freediving coach for national and world record athletes. He grew up in Sicily and has always had a special connection with the sea. Attracted by the underwater world and wanting to explore more comfortably at depth, in 2018 he took his first freediving course. In 2019 he moved to Dahab where he currently works and trains. The most powerful tool that freediving taught him is how to observe himself and the rest that is going on around him in a separate way, with a more calm and deeper approach regarding many aspects in life.
Emilio Dolcini
Emilio Dolcini practices and teaches yoga in the traditional and authentic form as learned from his teacher, Acharya Venkatesh from Mysore, since 2010. On a regular basis, teaching applied with the traditional method allows the student to develop a personified and individual practice suitable to his level and goals, using only verbal instructions without doing any adjustments and avoiding props. For these reasons, Emilio works with small and heterogeneous groups with the purpose to give constant and full attention to each of them.
Locatie
Dahab, a charming fishing town on the Sinai Peninsula, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural richness. Known for its laid-back atmosphere, Dahab is framed by stunning mountain backdrops and the expansive desert. Experience the local Bedouin culture with bustling fruit and craft markets, and warm hospitality. Dahab is renowned for its world-class diving spots like the Blue Hole and Lighthouse Reef, with crystal-clear waters and diverse marine life.
Eten
Breakfast buffet at the Coral Coast Hotel is included. Vegetarian meals are available at the hotel restaurant or surrounding restaurants and bars. After arrival you will get a list of bars, restaurant and cafes that are "safe" and you can explore the colorful cuisine of Dahab also by yourself.
De volgende maaltijden zijn inclusief:
- Ontbijt
- Drankjes
De volgende drankjes zijn inbegrepen:
- Water
- Thee
De volgende dieetwensen worden geserveerd/zijn mogelijk:
- Vegetarisch
Wat er te doen is
Rental gear
Here is the price list for the rental gear:
Daily:
- Full gear 17 EUR
- Wetsuit 12 EUR
- Fins 9 EUR
- Mask and snorkel 7 EUR
- Weight with belt 6 EUR
- Only weight 4 EUR
After 3 days of rent, it is 2 EUR less/daily.
In de prijs inbegrepen
- 15 nights accommodation
- Breakfast buffet
- One group dinner
- Advanced diving theory lessons with Roberto
- Talks on nutrition with Emilio
- 13 freedive sessions in and off the water (beginner / advanced)
- 14 yoga sessions of traditional hatha yoga
Niet in de prijs inbegrepen
- Rental equipment for diving
- Blue Hole diving permit and entrance fee (15 EUR/day; total 30-50 EUR)
- Other meals
- Tips for coaches
- Airport transfer (maximum around 30 EUR per drive)
- Personal expenses
Bereikbaarheid
Aanbevolen luchthavens
Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport
60 km
Transfers beschikbaar tegen een meerprijs US$ 40 per persoon
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport (SSH). You can find flights from all major cities to SSH and also cheaper options with Easy Jet from MXP or WizzAir from Vienna VIE for example. Please send an inquiry if you would like help. Transport from the airport can also be arranged for you. It will be around 35 EUR/taxi, and the drive is about 1.5h.
If the dates don't match with flights from your home, let Snowmads Travel know. There are many options.
Annuleringsvoorwaarden
- Een reservering vereist een aanbetaling van 16% van de totale prijs.
- De aanbetaling wordt niet gerestitueerd als de boeking wordt geannuleerd.
- De rest van de betaling moet 21 dagen voor aankomst worden voldaan.
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