KATONAH YOGA
RETREAT
BRAC ISLAND
DATES
25.05. — 31.05.2025
MAXIMAL CAPACITY
12 people
SUITABLE FOR
This Retreat is for a closed group and will be taught in German language
PRICES
Single Room • 1,840 € per person
Twin Room • 1,440 € per person
Triple Room • 1,340 € per person
Single Room booked for 2 people includes a king-size bed. In this case, the price is 1,200 € per person.
HIGHLIGHTS
Luxury beachfront villa with a pool & aromatic garden
Daily Yoga lessons & workshops
Island hopping to Hvar & Pakleni islands
Olive oil tasting & degustation
Hiking Mt Vidova Gora
In-house massages
ACTIVITIES
Katonah Yoga retreat on Brac island includes — daily dynamic Yoga classes, guided meditations, pranayama, restorative Yoga, Katonah Yoga philosophy, Daoist philosophy, Body reading, in-house massages, hiking to Mt Vidova Gora, island hopping to Hvar and Pakleni islands, olive oil tasting & degustation and plenty of free time to relax and swim in the beautiful Adriatic Sea.
OVERVIEW
This retreat is designed for a closed group of yoga teachers and/or experienced yoginis/yogis with prior experience in Katonah Yoga®.
Manuela will guide you through dynamic and restorative Yoga classes and teach about Daoist philosophy.
It is intended for those who wish to delve deeper into this yoga style and are interested in intensive practice sessions that incorporate mobility, functional yoga elements, pranayama, meditation, and group workshops.
PROGRAM
Discover day by day program of Katonah Yoga retreat on Brac island with Manuela Huber
Day 1 — ARRIVAL + OPENING CIRCLE
Dobro došli! Welcome to Croatia!
We will meet at 4 PM in Supetar and have organized a group transfer directly to our villa. Once you’ve settled into your room and refreshed, join us for an introduction circle. Manu will guide you through an initial yoga practice to help you settle in.
We will end the evening with dinner together.
Day 2 — YOGA + LEISURE + KATONAH YOGA WORKSHOP
We start the day with two hours of practice. The first hour will be a guided session that includes content from Katonah Yoga® exercises, as well as mobility and functional yoga elements. Then we transition into an hour-long workshop where we take a closer look at some of the positions and exercises practiced and explore hands-on adjustments and variations.
Afterward, we will have brunch, a rich and balanced meal.
You will have free time until the afternoon practice. The pool and the sea invite you to swim and relax, and the surrounding landscape is perfect for a walk.
In the afternoon, we will gather for a session on the theory and philosophy of Katonah Yoga®, followed by pranayama, meditation, and restorative yoga practice.
Dinner will follow, and the evening can be enjoyed in a relaxed manner.
Day 3 — YOGA + HIKING VIDOVA GORA + RESTORATIVE YOGA
The morning yoga practice will be the same as the day before, followed by brunch.
Then, we will go on a hiking trip to Vidova Gora, the highest peak of all Croatian islands. From there, you will have a unique view of the neighboring islands and the famous Golden Cape beach. We will conclude the trip by visiting a traditional Croatian village, where we can enjoy a stroll and a drink.
Back at the retreat villa, we will have a restorative yoga practice followed by dinner.
Day 4 — YOGA + LEISURE+ WORKSHOP/YOGA
The morning yoga practice remains consistent, followed by a plentiful and healthy brunch.
In the afternoon, you can enjoy an in-house massage or simply relax on the beach. We will have another session on the philosophy of Katonah Yoga®, coupled with a body reading and a restorative yoga practice.
As usual, there will be a communal dinner, and the evening can come to a relaxed end.
Day 5 — YOGA + ISLAND HOPPING HVAR & PAKLENI ISLANDS + YOGA
Repetition is the mother of knowledge! After our dynamic Yoga class and brunch, we will embark on a boat trip towards the majestic Hvar and the Pakleni islands.
Firstly we’ll visit Hvar, a location with charming Venetian architecture, numerous monasteries, the famous fortress ‘Spanjola’, and excellent bars and restaurants.
The second pitstop is the Hvar archipelago — Pakleni islands. Here we will have time to enjoy swimming, snorkeling, and refreshing in beach bar.
Back home we have yoga class and dinner.
Day 6 — YOGA + OLIVE OIL TASTING + WORKSHOP
The morning yoga practice and brunch remain our rhythm. After brunch, we will set off on a short trip to a nearby olive oil museum, where we will enjoy a guided tour and spend time having snacks and tasting olive oil. Here, you will have the opportunity to purchase the wonderful olive oil from the island of Brac to enjoy back home.
In the early evening, we will have sessions on philosophy, exchange, body reading, and yoga practice. Afterward, we will meet for dinner and relax together.
Day 7 — RETURN HOME or...
A short morning yoga practice brings us together before brunch and then it’s time:
RETURN HOME or stay forever on this beautiful Island of Brac!
VILLA
Villa Gumonca is a luxury beachfront villa in the peaceful village Mirca, near Supetar, the central town of Brac island.
Villa’s surroundings offer a breathtaking view of the sea and the mainland as well as of the fragrant eco gardens with direct access to a small pebble beach. The path leading to the beach passes between a small vineyard and a garden featuring organic fruits, vegetables, and various Mediterranean herbs.
The outdoor seaside area features a large veranda on stone pillars that shades a dining table, a wooden pool deck area with sunbeds, a jacuzzi and heated infinity swimming pool.
The villa can accommodate up to 13 guests and consists of a 4 bedroom main house and 2 bedroom annex. On the main house’s ground floor are 3 bedrooms with suite bathrooms, each with its small terrace. On the first floor is a master bedroom which can accommodate up to 3 people. It has a big bathroom with a shower and jacuzzi bathtub for two. The guest annex and the main house are next to each other and connected with porches and terraces. The annex consists of 2 more bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an additional gourmet kitchen.
The shared space is a spacious living room with a TV set and fireplace, a dining area, and a long kitchen/bar island.
Villa Gumonca is an award-winning house and place of true well-being!
FOOD
Our food is prepared with fresh and seasonal ingredients purchased from local farmers because we love to support the local economy.
You’ll enjoy two main meals and snacks, all thoughtfully crafted by our in-house chef. Our menu is primarily vegetarian and vegan, with gluten-free options available.
And, to keep you refreshed throughout the day, we offer coffee, tea, fruits, and snacks.
LOCATION
Brač is a Mediterranean island famous for its cultural heritage, deeply indented coves, smooth stone pebble beaches, crystal clear sea, and rustic Mediterranean villages. This unique Adriatic island is bestowed with Croatian symbols such as Vidova Gora — one of the most beautiful viewpoints and the highest peak on the Adriatic coast. Another treasure is the Golden Cape — a natural white pebbled beach formation that sticks out of the sea like a tongue.
Lonely Planet listed it in the first place of the most beautiful beaches in Croatia. These remarkable natural properties and the islands’ relaxed vibe make Brač a top-rated destination for windsurfers, sports lovers, and adventure seekers.
Our retreat base is located outside of the tourist rush in peaceful village Mirca — slow-paced and a perfect place for enjoying sublime scenery and scents of Mediterranean herbs and pine trees.
MEET OUR TEAM
…your teacher, your guide and in-house chef
Manuela has been practicing yoga for more than 20 years and she is teaching for more than a decade. Coming from a martial arts background Manuela has always been into a dynamic Yoga style with focus on Ashtanga and Vinyasa Yoga. Being one of the first certified KATONAH YOGA Teachers in Germany and Europe her Vinyasa Yoga style is deeply influenced by the philosophy of Taoism und TCM (Traditional Chinese medicine) and the alignment of the KATONAH YOGA tradition.
Not only being a Yoga and Pilates teacher, Manuela has the gift to explain technique within the Yoga practice by also underlying it with philosophy in order to explore deeper layers of body and mind. The physical Yoga practice with elements of empowering and strengthening aspects are in Manuela teachings as important as Pranayama and Meditation and Restorative Techniques as a tool to find the balance between polarities in order to find our center.
Not only being a Yoga and Pilates teacher, Manuela has the gift to explain technique within the Yoga practice by also underlying it with philosophy in order to explore deeper layers of body and mind. The physical Yoga practice with elements of empowering and strengthening aspects are in Manuela teachings as important as Pranayama and Meditation and Restorative Techniques as a tool to find the balance between polarities in order to find our center.
She is a passionate yoga practitioner, experienced yoga teacher and tour guide. She was working several years for one of the world's biggest travel companies, leading tours in Eastern Europe and Southeast Asia and her love for travel, tourism, yoga, and adventures made her found Fige Yoga Adventures®.
Sasha became a certified yoga teacher in 2018 by www.gaia-yoga.com school in Croatia.
Her teaching style is Ashtanga Vinyasa, and she is skilled at demystifying complex concepts and making yoga feel accessible to beginners and teachers alike.
Dog lover, she enjoys spending time hiking, swimming and horseback riding.
Sasha became a certified yoga teacher in 2018 by www.gaia-yoga.com school in Croatia.
Her teaching style is Ashtanga Vinyasa, and she is skilled at demystifying complex concepts and making yoga feel accessible to beginners and teachers alike.
Dog lover, she enjoys spending time hiking, swimming and horseback riding.
Karolina is a long time Buddhist practitioner, Shiatsu masseur and Macrobiotic chef. When she is preparing a food, you can feel all her energy and love in that meals. She uses seasonal ingredients and makes the best of it.
Karolina was the owner of Zagreb famous restaurant, Veganspek, first vegan and meat restaurant in Croatia.
Karolina was the owner of Zagreb famous restaurant, Veganspek, first vegan and meat restaurant in Croatia.