Physical Activity

Conquer Mt Olympus with Helene & Anna-Britta! (sign-up)
As the Women’s Festival celebrates its 25th anniversary, we invite you to join us for a truly special hike – an ascent of Mount Olympus, the highest mountain on Lesvos! Through the years, many of you have joined our walks, and this year, we want to offer something exceptional: climbing […]

Guided Bike Ride: Sigri – and back! (sign-up)
Sappho Women, in association with Lesvos Ride (https://lesvosride.gr), invites you on an exceptional and challenging bike trip! Join your experienced guide, Dr. Rebecca, for a spectacular cycle across the old mountain road between Eressos and the picturesque seaside village of Sigri. Please note: This trip is not for the faint-hearted […]

Yin Yoga Class, Anna-Britta
Start your day with a soft Yin Yoga class This is a class for everyone. We will focus on breathing and some easy “Asanas” that help you to open the hips and stretch the spine. We use the pose to get into our body, a nice wake up. There will […]

Awakening your Inner Dancer with Katja
Awakening the Dancer is a Movement Medicine practice. Through free dance and at the same time the guided method of Awakening the Dancer , we can connect body, heart and mind, rediscover our creativity and open ourselves to the wisdom that we carry within us.This practice helps us:* to let […]

Yin Yoga Class, Anna-Britta
Start your day with a soft Yin Yoga class This is a class for everyone. We will focus on breathing and some easy “Asanas” that help you to open the hips and stretch the spine. We use the pose to get into our body, a nice wake up. There will […]

Middle Eastern Dancing with April
April has been dancing for 35 years. She has a ‘belly dance’ troupe with her two sisters and is going to produce a feature film about Middle Eastern Dancing.She believes the core of the dance is connection, sisterhood, and feeling the power of your body through the sacred movements of […]

Nia & Freedance: Unleash the Joy of Movement
In this workshop, it’s all about experiencing the pure joy of movement! It blends Nia’s holistic approach with guided Freedance, creating a space where women can explore self-expression, creativity, and connection.Nia combines elements of dance, martial arts, and mindful movement, while the guided Freedance encourages intuitive movement, helping each individual […]

Guided Bike Ride: Kampos, Monastery & Reservoir (sign-up)
Sappho Women, in association with Lesvos Ride (https://lesvosride.gr), invites you on a wonderful guided bike ride through the gently undulating hills and tranquil countryside surrounding Skala Eressos! Escape the bustle and discover the peaceful area known as The Kampos, or “plain.” Join your experienced guide, Dr. Rebecca, on this beautiful […]

Self-Defence Class with Laura
Laura lives in Skala Eressos, and is a qualified and experienced personal trainer with a special interest in martial arts. She runs L-FIT, a personal training and coaching business to help empower women and people from the LGBTQI+ community to feel confident and proud of who they are through fitness […]

Self-Defence Class with Laura
Laura lives in Skala Eressos, and is a qualified and experienced personal trainer with a special interest in martial arts. She runs L-FIT, a personal training and coaching business to help empower women and people from the LGBTQI+ community to feel confident and proud of who they are through fitness […]

Dinner Walk with Helene & Anna-Britta (sign-up)
The Dinner Walk takes us up to Eressos village! This walk is the easiest and has for some become a tradition in the festival. The track goes across Kampos – the fertile valley – on dirt roads to the lovely village of Eressos. At the beautiful village square a well-deserved […]

Vijnana Yoga with Leora
Vijnana (understanding from inside) is in many ways a continuation of the long tradition of Yoga. This practice connects even more between body and feelings. In Vijnana we are always aware of opposition in order to create a harmonious unit: To go up, go down. To go forward, shift back. […]

Yin Yoga Class, Anna-Britta
Start your day with a soft Yin Yoga class This is a class for everyone. We will focus on breathing and some easy “Asanas” that help you to open the hips and stretch the spine. We use the pose to get into our body, a nice wake up. There will […]

Vijnana Yoga with Leora
Vijnana (understanding from inside) is in many ways a continuation of the long tradition of Yoga. This practice connects even more between body and feelings. In Vijnana we are always aware of opposition in order to create a harmonious unit: To go up, go down. To go forward, shift back. […]

Liota Walk with Helene & Anna-Britta (sign-up)
The Liota walk, a festival favourite on repeat! Join us for a picturesque circular walk to the charming village of Liota, a true festival highlight! We’ll travel by minibus (or you can use your own transport) to Liota, where our journey begins. The walk will lead us through beautiful olive […]

Sunrise Walk to Sappho Rock Chapel (sign-up)
Start your day with a breathtaking experience: hiking in the dark, watching the lights of Skala Eressos twinkle below, listening to the birds welcome the dawn, and finally witnessing the stunning sunrise from the chapel on Sappho Rock.What to Bring & Wear:Footwear: Trekking shoes or sturdy sneakers are essential (no […]

Botanic Mythological Walk
Together, we will explore the very herbs, plants, and trees that flourished during Sappho’s time, each holding ancient myths, medicinal secrets and nutritional qualities. Through storytelling, guided exploration and sensory experiences, you will connect with the plants that Sappho herself may have tended to in her garden, using them to […]

Awakening your Inner Dancer with Katja
Awakening the Dancer is a Movement Medicine practice. Through free dance and at the same time the guided method of Awakening the Dancer , we can connect body, heart and mind, rediscover our creativity and open ourselves to the wisdom that we carry within us.This practice helps us:* to let […]

Line Dancing with Janet & Michelle
Line Dancing is a great way to meet people, get some steps in and challenge your co-ordination and memory. We’ll introduce some basic line dance steps and teach a four-wall beginner line dance and, if we have time, a quick easy to learn social circle dance where you get to […]

Middle Eastern Dancing with April
April has been dancing for 35 years. She has a ‘belly dance’ troupe with her two sisters and is going to produce a feature film about Middle Eastern Dancing.She believes the core of the dance is connection, sisterhood, and feeling the power of your body through the sacred movements of […]

Cuban Salsa Workshop with Janet & Michelle
A taste of Cuban Salsa!Cuban Salsa Rueda de Casino, is danced communally and in a circle following the callers lead and by changing partners. It encompasses some classic Cuban partner salsa moves and lots of fun. We will start with a line dance warm up to introduce the Cuban salsa beat […]

Yin Yoga Class, Anna-Britta
Start your day with a soft Yin Yoga class This is a class for everyone. We will focus on breathing and some easy “Asanas” that help you to open the hips and stretch the spine. We use the pose to get into our body, a nice wake up. There will […]

Flamingo Five-a-side Football Match
Whether you’re a seasoned player or you can barely dribble, everyone is welcome to join our friendly football match at the renovated Papanikolis pitch. If playing isn’t your thing, no worries – come along and support us from the sidelines! We’ll form teams on the spot, or if you’ve already […]

Biodanza with Dale Ducillo
This hour long Biodanza class fosters connection and community using lively world music, authentic movement, and positive interactive experiences. It is a fun and playful ice-breaking activity, and a great way to meet people in a relaxed environment. Suitable for all ability levels, there are no complicated dance steps or […]

Nia & Freedance: Unleash the Joy of Movement
In this workshop, it’s all about experiencing the pure joy of movement! It blends Nia’s holistic approach with guided Freedance, creating a space where women can explore self-expression, creativity, and connection.Nia combines elements of dance, martial arts, and mindful movement, while the guided Freedance encourages intuitive movement, helping each individual […]

Vijnana Yoga with Leora
Vijnana (understanding from inside) is in many ways a continuation of the long tradition of Yoga. This practice connects even more between body and feelings. In Vijnana we are always aware of opposition in order to create a harmonious unit: To go up, go down. To go forward, shift back. […]

Around Vigla Hill with Chris
We will take a gentle stroll through the quiet back lanes of Skala to visit sites of the medieval and ancient Greek past. There are lovely countryside views from the base of Vigla hill. We follow an old roadway to arrive at the harbour, just in time to enjoy a […]

Around Vigla Hill with Chris
We will take a gentle stroll through the quiet back lanes of Skala to visit sites of the medieval and ancient Greek past. There are lovely countryside views from the base of Vigla hill. We follow an old roadway to arrive at the harbour, just in time to enjoy a […]

Beginner Friendly Burlesque with Fanny Flamingo’od
Join us for an hour of fun! Embrace your inner showgirl and learn a beginner friendly Burlesque routine! Totally suitable for all shapes, sizes and abilities, over 18 only. Love your body, feel amazing and laugh lots! About Fanny Flamingo’od (Debi) I’m 50+ and growing old disgracefully! Always loved Burlesque, […]

Body Stability with Esther
Join Esther for a revitalising Morning Workout on the beautiful beach in front of Avatara! Start your day with a combination of stretching and muscle strengthening to keep you energised and tension-free throughout the day. Esther comes with a wealth of experience as a professional sports instructor, having worked in […]

Body Stability with Esther
Join Esther for a revitalising Morning Workout on the beautiful beach in front of Avatara! Start your day with a combination of stretching and muscle strengthening to keep you energised and tension-free throughout the day. Esther comes with a wealth of experience as a professional sports instructor, having worked in […]

Body Stability with Esther
Join Esther for a revitalising Morning Workout on the beautiful beach in front of Avatara! Start your day with a combination of stretching and muscle strengthening to keep you energised and tension-free throughout the day.Esther comes with a wealth of experience as a professional sports instructor, having worked in the […]

Yin Yoga Class, Anna-Britta
Start your day with a soft Yin Yoga class.This is a class for everyone. We will focus on breathing and some easy“Asanas†that help you to open the hips and stretch the spine.We use the pose to get into our body, a nice wake up.There will be some mats that […]

Yin Yoga Class, Anna-Britta
Start your day with a soft Yin Yoga class.This is a class for everyone. We will focus on breathing and some easy“Asanas†that help you to open the hips and stretch the spine.We use the pose to get into our body, a nice wake up.There will be some mats that […]

Yin Yoga Class, Anna-Britta
Start your day with a soft Yin Yoga class.This is a class for everyone. We will focus on breathing and some easy“Asanas†that help you to open the hips and stretch the spine.We use the pose to get into our body, a nice wake up.There will be some mats that […]

Self-Defence Class with Laura
Laura lives in Skala Eressos, and is a qualified and experienced personal trainer with a special interest in martial arts. She runs L-FIT, a personal training and coaching business to help empower women and people from the LGBTQI+ community to feel confident and proud of who they are through fitness […]

African Dance, with Esther
This dance class is for total beginners and also for women with basic knowledge in African Dancing. Everybody is invited to join Esther, she is a dancing therapist of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Tanztherapie (DGT) and has studied African Dance since the age of 16 having been taught by Angelina […]

Vijnana Yoga with Leora
Vijnana (understanding from inside) is in many ways a continuation of the long tradition of Yoga. This practice connects even more between body and feelings. In Vijnana we are always aware of opposition in order to create a harmonious unit: To go up, go down. To go forward, shift back. […]

Activate & Awaken with Clare
Good morning to every muscle, bone & tendon in your beautiful body. Using a gentle, flowing combination of yoga, animal flow, jiu-jitsu & meditation we will sweep away the night – and allow our minds & bodies to settle into the full presence and power of the day. All levels […]

African Dance, with Esther
This dance class is for total beginners and also for women with basic knowledge in African Dancing. Everybody is invited to join Esther, she is a dancing therapist of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Tanztherapie (DGT) and has studied African Dance since the age of 16 having been taught by Angelina […]

Guided Mountain Bike Ride to Sigri (and back!)
Sappho Women in association with Lesvos Ride (https://lesvosride.gr ) are offering an exceptional bike trip. Join your experienced guide Rebecca on this spectacular cycle across the old mountain road between Eressos and the picturesque seaside village of Sigri. Not for the faint hearted, this trail is tough! The road is rough, […]

Vijnana Yoga with Leora
Vijnana (understanding from inside) is in many ways a continuation of the long tradition of Yoga. This practice connects even more between body and feelings. In Vijnana we are always aware of opposition in order to create a harmonious unit: To go up, go down. To go forward, shift back. […]

Five a side Football
Whether you’re Sam Kerr or Mary Earps, it doesn’t matter if you can barely dribble, come along to our renovated Papanikolis football pitch. Or if you prefer, come and be a supporter. We’ll make up teams from there or if you like, come along as a formed team of 5. […]

Yin Yoga Class, Anna-Britta
Start your day with a soft Yin Yoga class.This is a class for everyone. We will focus on breathing and some easy“Asanas†that help you to open the hips and stretch the spine.We use the pose to get into our body, a nice wake up.There will be some mats that […]

Activate & Awaken with Clare
Good morning to every muscle, bone & tendon in your beautiful body. Using a gentle, flowing combination of yoga, animal flow, jiu-jitsu & meditation we will sweep away the night – and allow our minds & bodies to settle into the full presence and power of the day. All levels […]

Self-Defence Class with Laura
Laura lives in Skala Eressos, and is a qualified and experienced personal trainer with a special interest in martial arts. She runs L-FIT, a personal training and coaching business to help empower women and people from the LGBTQI+ community to feel confident and proud of who they are through fitness […]

Greek Dance Odyssey with Agapi
Greek Dance Odyssey: A Journey Through Tradition and Expression with AgapiExperience a fusion of Greek traditional dances from various islands and the mainland, each with its unique style evoking different emotions and sensations.We will explore the tsamiko, originating from the mainland, with its warrior-like essence; the nisiotiko, hailing from the […]

Botanic Mythological Walk and Aphrodisiac Elixirs
Women Sacred Roots 2: Botanic Mythological Walk and Aphrodisiac Elixirs A guided botanic walk, where we will learn and sense the herbs, the plants, and the trees that grew in Sappho’s time. The Greek myths that manifest each plant’s individual qualities will be narrated to you. You will get to […]

Dinner Walk with Helene & Anna-Britta
The Dinner Walk takes us up to Eressos village!This walk is the easiest and has for some become a tradition in the festival. The track goes across Kampos, the “fertile valleyâ€, on dirt roads to the lovely village of Eressos.At the beautiful village square a well-deserved Greek dinner wait for […]

Tavari Walk with Helene & Anna-Britta
Join us for a hike to Tavari and a little bit more of a challenging walk!Many women have asked us for this walk, and it became a success when we first did it in the festival 2021. It`s a lovely and a little bit more challenging walk.We walk from Skala […]

Liota Walk with Helene & Anna-Britta
The Liota walk, a new favourite! A trip to a nearby village, Liota, where we park the car and start the circle walk. It will take us through olive groves and along the coastline high above the sea. We will pass the little village of Gavatas, where you can have a […]

Beginner Friendly Burlesque with Fanny Flamingo’od
Join us for 2 hours of fun! Embrace your inner showgirl and learn a beginner friendly Burlesque routine! Totally suitable for all shapes, sizes and abilities, over 18 only. Love your body, feel amazing and laugh lots! About Fanny Flamingo’od (Debi) I’m 50+ and growing old disgracefully! Always loved Burlesque, […]

Greek Love and Ecstatic Dances
Women Sacred Roots 1: Greek Love and Ecstatic Dances We will learn to dance traditional Greek love dances rooted in Sappho’s time. Ec-stasis in Greek means getting out of stagnancy and of our habitual pose in life. We will get to know the philosophy of ancient Greek feminine ecstatic dances […]

Guided Mountain Bike Ride
Join your experienced guide Rebecca for a scenic cycling adventure into the mountains between Eressos and Mesotopos, providing a perfect escape from the noise and hustle of Eressos, immersing you in the tranquility of the surrounding countryside. Our journey begins with a 6.7 km ride along the Mesotopos road before […]

Guided Mountain Bike Ride to Mesotopos (and back!)
Sappho Women in association with Lesvos Ride (https://lesvosride.gr ) are offering an exceptional bike trip. Join your experienced guides Rosie and Rebecca on this spectacular cycle ride on the tarmac road heading toward Mesotopos. We will follow the tarmac road which is lined with olive groves and traditional stone dwellings. […]

Women Sacred Roots: Greek Love and Ecstatic Dances
We will learn to dance traditional Greek love dances rooted in Sappho’s time. Ec-stasis in Greek means getting out of stagnancy and of our habitual pose in life.Getting to know the philosophy of ancient Greek feminine ecstatic dances, we will dance at the sunset on the beach. There are a total […]

Activate & Awaken with Clare
Good morning to every muscle, bone & tendon in your beautiful body. Using a gentle, flowing combination of yoga, animal flow, jiu-jitsu & meditation we will sweep away the night – and allow our minds & bodies to settle into the full presence and power of the day. All levels […]

Activate & Awaken with Clare
Good morning to every muscle, bone & tendon in your beautiful body. Using a gentle, flowing combination of yoga, animal flow, jiu-jitsu & meditation we will sweep away the night – and allow our minds & bodies to settle into the full presence and power of the day. All levels […]

Activate & Awaken with Clare
Good morning to every muscle, bone & tendon in your beautiful body. Using a gentle, flowing combination of yoga, animal flow, jiu-jitsu & meditation we will sweep away the night – and allow our minds & bodies to settle into the full presence and power of the day. All levels […]

Five a side Football
Whether you’re Megan Rapinoe or you can barely dribble, come along to our renovated Papanikolis football pitch. Or if you prefer, come and be a supporter.We’ll make up teams from there or if you like, come along as a formed team of 5.This is a friendly and fun activity.Cold beers […]

Kickboxing & Self Defence, with Laura
As a Personal Trainer and Kickboxing coach in the UK Laura will introduce a kickboxing / self-defence workshop for beginners. This will be fun and beneficial for participants in many ways, including learning some simple but effective self defence techniques to take away from the sessions. Come to one or […]

Kickboxing & Self Defence, with Laura
As a Personal Trainer and Kickboxing coach in the UK Laura will introduce a kickboxing / self-defence workshop for beginners. This will be fun and beneficial for participants in many ways, including learning some simple but effective self defence techniques to take away from the sessions.Come to one or all […]

Body Stability, with Esther
Join Esther for a revitalising Morning Workout on the beautiful beach in front of Avatara! Start your day with a combination of stretching and muscle strengthening to keep you energised and tension-free throughout the day. Esther comes with a wealth of experience as a professional sports instructor, having worked in […]

Body Stability, with Esther
Join Esther for a revitalising Morning Workout on the beautiful beach in front of Avatara! Start your day with a combination of stretching and muscle strengthening to keep you energised and tension-free throughout the day. Esther comes with a wealth of experience as a professional sports instructor, having worked in […]

Body Stability, with Esther
Join Esther for a revitalising Morning Workout on the beautiful beach in front of Avatara! Start your day with a combination of stretching and muscle strengthening to keep you energised and tension-free throughout the day.Esther comes with a wealth of experience as a professional sports instructor, having worked in the […]

African Dance, with Esther
This dance class is for total beginners and also for women with basic knowledge in African Dancing. Everybody is invited to join Esther, she is a dancing therapist of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Tanztherapie (DGT) and has studied African Dance since the age of 16 having been taught by Angelina […]

African Dance, with Esther
This dance class is for total beginners and also for women with basic knowledge in African Dancing. Everybody is invited to join Esther, she is a dancing therapist of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Tanztherapie (DGT) and has studied African Dance since the age of 16 having been taught by Angelina […]

Walking in the traces of Sappho, with Tzeli
“Walking in the Traces of Sappho” If you want to know the herstory of lesvos there is only one guide. Tzeli … the author of the best selling Girls Guide to Lesvos and wonderful award winning film director of life in Lesvos and our own Herstory here. The festival is […]

Walking in the traces of Sappho, with Tzeli
“Walking in the Traces of Sappho” If you want to know the herstory of lesvos there is only one guide. Tzeli … the author of the best selling Girls Guide to Lesvos and wonderful award winning film director of life in Lesvos and our own Herstory here. The festival is […]

‘Active’ Yoga, with Gian
Gian has been living and teaching yoga in Eressos since 2009. Combing different yoga styles depending on the group and the students. In general, her classes are more energising and activating, like power yoga and yoga flow. There will be 2 different types of yoga on offer from Gian during […]

‘Light’ Yoga, with Gian
Gian has been living and teaching yoga in Eressos since 2009. Combing different yoga styles depending on the group and the students. In general, her classes are more energising and activating, like power yoga and yoga flow. There will be 2 different types of yoga on offer from Gian during […]

‘Light’ Yoga, with Gian
Gian has been living and teaching yoga in Eressos since 2009. Combing different yoga styles depending on the group and the students. In general, her classes are more energising and activating, like power yoga and yoga flow. There will be 2 different types of yoga on offer from Gian during […]

LETS DANCE: Greek Traditional Dance
I look forward to offering a dancing class where we can explore and learn different types of dances and have fun. In my first class, we will move our bodies to the rhythm of Swing and Charleston. In the second class, we will get in touch with various traditional Greek […]

LETS DANCE: Greek Traditional Dance
I look forward to offering a dancing class where we can explore and learn different types of dances and have fun. In my first class, we will move our bodies to the rhythm of Swing and Charleston. In the second class, we will get in touch with various traditional Greek […]

LETS DANCE: Swing & Charleston
I look forward to offering a dancing class where we can explore and learn different types of dances and have fun. In my first class, we will move our bodies to the rhythm of Swing and Charleston. In the second class, we will get in touch with various traditional Greek […]

LETS DANCE: Swing & Charleston
I look forward to offering a dancing class where we can explore and learn different types of dances and have fun. In my first class, we will move our bodies to the rhythm of Swing and Charleston. In the second class, we will get in touch with various traditional Greek […]

Yin Yoga with Anna-Britta
Start your day with a soft Yin Yoga class This is a class for everyone. We will focus on breathing and some easy “Asanas†that help you to open the hips and stretch the spine. We use the pose to get into our body, a nice wake up. There will […]

Yin Yoga with Anna-Britta
Start your day with a soft Yin Yoga class This is a class for everyone. We will focus on breathing and some easy “Asanas†that help you to open the hips and stretch the spine. We use the pose to get into our body, a nice wake up. There will […]

Yin Yoga with Anna-Britta
Start your day with a soft Yin Yoga class This is a class for everyone. We will focus on breathing and some easy “Asanas†that help you to open the hips and stretch the spine. We use the pose to get into our body, a nice wake up. There will […]

Tavari Walk with Helene & Anna-Britta
Many women have asked us for this walk, and it became a success when we first did it on the festival 2021. It`s a lovely and a little bit more challenging walk. We walk from Skala Eressos along the coastline, over the mountains passing the village of Crousos to Tavari […]

Liota Walk with Helene & Anna-Britta
A Repeat Favourite! A half day trip with a walk on the north coastline of Lesvos A trip to a nearby village, Liota, where we park the car and start the circle walk. It will take us through olive groves and along the coastline high above the sea. We will […]

Dinner Walk with Helene & Anna-Britta
Dinner-walk to the lovely village of Eressos Join our popular walk, that for some has become a tradition on the festival. The track goes across Kampos, the “fertile valleyâ€, to the village of Eressos where a well-deserved Greek dinner waiting for us at a local tavern on the beautiful village […]

Five a side Football
Whether you’re Megan Rapinoe or you can barely dribble, come along to our newly renovated Papanikolis football pitch. Or if you prefer, come and be a supporter. We’ll make up teams from there or if you like, come along as a formed team of 5. This is a friendly and […]

Functional Training with V
Functional training program is a program that includes many exercises in order for your body to get stronger or recover from any harmness. In addition, it includes exercises that can get your body back to it’s shape. Standing up or lying down a circuit program of functional exercises will make […]

Functional Training with V
Functional training program is a program that includes many exercises in order for your body to get stronger or recover from any harmness. In addition, it includes exercises that can get your body back to it’s shape. Standing up or lying down a circuit program of functional exercises will make […]

Functional Training with V
Functional training program is a program that includes many exercises in order for your body to get stronger or recover from any harmness. In addition, it includes exercises that can get your body back to it’s shape. Standing up or lying down a circuit program of functional exercises will make […]

Aqua Fitness and Sand Training with V
As a health, fitness and active life motivator Paraskevoula Glarou (also called V) will help you to exercise in the sea water and on the sand, by executing exercise programs such as aqua fitness and sand training. If you like to swim into the water, discover the power and strength […]

Aqua Fitness and Sand Training with V
As a health, fitness and active life motivator Paraskevoula Glarou (also called V) will help you to exercise in the sea water and on the sand, by executing exercise programs such as aqua fitness and sand training. If you like to swim into the water, discover the power and strength […]

Aqua Fitness and Sand Training with V
As a health, fitness and active life motivator Paraskevoula Glarou (also called V) will help you to exercise in the sea water and on the sand, by executing exercise programs such as aqua fitness and sand training. If you like to swim into the water, discover the power and strength […]

Aqua Fitness and Sand Training with V
As a health, fitness and active life motivator Paraskevoula Glarou (also called V) will help you to exercise in the sea water and on the sand, by executing exercise programs such as aqua fitness and sand training. If you like to swim into the water, discover the power and strength […]

Fragma Walk (New in 2022!) with Helene & Anna-Britta
New local walk 2022 By the reservoir over the mountain to Eressos village On our way through Campos we will pass Donkey centre Lesvos. We continue our way to the water reservoir (fragma in Greek) and after a while we pass Camp Gaga. The reservoir is like a lake, beautifully […]

Walking in the traces of Sappho with Tzeli
‘Walking in the Traces of Sappho ‘ Uniting the ancient history with the recent history, ways of living, tradition, lesbian history of Eressos and lots of poetry. Donations will be requested from all participants, wristband holders will be discounted. Tzeli Hadjidimitriou is an independent filmmaker, fine art photographer, and writer. […]

Walking in the traces of Sappho with Tzeli
‘Walking in the Traces of Sappho ‘ Uniting the ancient history with the recent history, ways of living, tradition, lesbian history of Eressos and lots of poetry. Donations will be requested from all participants, wristband holders will be discounted. Tzeli Hadjidimitriou is an independent filmmaker, fine art photographer, and writer. […]

Walking in the traces of Sappho with Tzeli
‘Walking in the Traces of Sappho ‘ Uniting the ancient history with the recent history, ways of living, tradition, lesbian history of Eressos and lots of poetry. Donations will be requested from all participants, wristband holders will be discounted. Tzeli Hadjidimitriou is an independent filmmaker, fine art photographer, and writer. […]

Mat Pilates with Freda
Freda Weitzer is a physiotherapist and Pilates instructor in the US. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2017 and completed her Pilates training in 2018. Freda also has a background in yoga and meditation. Pilates classes with Freda will include strengthening, stretching, and breathing exercises that can be […]

Mat Pilates with Freda
Freda Weitzer is a physiotherapist and Pilates instructor in the US. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2017 and completed her Pilates training in 2018. Freda also has a background in yoga and meditation. Pilates classes with Freda will include strengthening, stretching, and breathing exercises that can be […]

Mat Pilates with Freda
Freda Weitzer is a physiotherapist and Pilates instructor in the US. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2017 and completed her Pilates training in 2018. Freda also has a background in yoga and meditation. Pilates classes with Freda will include strengthening, stretching, and breathing exercises that can be […]

Tavari Walk with Helene & Anna-Britta
Walk to Tavari – The success from 2021! Many women had asked us for this walk and last year we did it. It`s a little bit more challenging walk. We walk from Skala Eressos along the coastline, over the mountains passing the village of Crousos to Tavari and to a […]

Dinner Walk with Helene & Anna-Britta
Dinner-walk to the lovely village of Eressos Join our popular walk, that for some has become a tradition on the festival. The track goes across Kampos, the “fertile valleyâ€, to the village of Eressos where a well-deserved Greek dinner waiting for us at a local tavern on the beautiful village […]

Liota Walk with Helene & Anna-Britta
A Repeat Favourite! A half day trip with a walk on the north coastline of Lesvos A trip to a nearby village, Liota, where we park the car and start the circle walk. It will take us through olive groves and along the coastline high above the sea. We will […]

Yin Yoga with Anna
Start your day with a soft Yin Yoga class This is a class for everyone. We will focus on breathing and some easy “Asanas†that help you to open the hips and stretch the spine. There will be some mats that you can borrow but please bring your own if […]

Yin Yoga with Anna
Start your day with a soft Yin Yoga class This is a class for everyone. We will focus on breathing and some easy “Asanas†that help you to open the hips and stretch the spine. There will be some mats that you can borrow but please bring your own if […]

Yin Yoga with Anna
Start your day with a soft Yin Yoga class This is a class for everyone. We will focus on breathing and some easy “Asanas†that help you to open the hips and stretch the spine. There will be some mats that you can borrow but please bring your own if […]

Yin Yoga with Anna
Start your day with a soft Yin Yoga class This is a class for everyone. We will focus on breathing and some easy “Asanas†that help you to open the hips and stretch the spine. There will be some mats that you can borrow but please bring your own if […]

Activate & Awaken with Clare
Clare Hand is a Personal Trainer & writer who lives in Lesvos. This workshop fuses gentle yoga, fitness training, Pilates & callisthenics. With the aim of awakening the body, calming the mind & connecting you to the beautiful landscape all around.

Activate & Awaken with Clare
Clare Hand is a Personal Trainer & writer who lives in Lesvos. This workshop fuses gentle yoga, fitness training, Pilates & callisthenics. With the aim of awakening the body, calming the mind & connecting you to the beautiful landscape all around.

Activate & Awaken with Clare
Clare Hand is a Personal Trainer & writer who lives in Lesvos. This workshop fuses gentle yoga, fitness training, Pilates & callisthenics. With the aim of awakening the body, calming the mind & connecting you to the beautiful landscape all around.

Activate & Awaken with Clare
Clare Hand is a Personal Trainer & writer who lives in Lesvos. This workshop fuses gentle yoga, fitness training, Pilates & callisthenics. With the aim of awakening the body, calming the mind & connecting you to the beautiful landscape all around.

Kick-Boxing / Self-Defence with Laura
As a Personal Trainer and Kickboxing coach in the UK Laura will introduce a kick-boxing / self-defence workshop for beginners. This will be fun and beneficial for participants in many ways, including learning some simple but effective self defence techniques to take away from the sessions. Come to one or […]

Kick-Boxing / Self-Defence with Laura
As a Personal Trainer and Kickboxing coach in the UK Laura will introduce a kick-boxing / self-defence workshop for beginners. This will be fun and beneficial for participants in many ways, including learning some simple but effective self defence techniques to take away from the sessions. Come to one or […]

Kick-Boxing / Self-Defence with Laura
As a Personal Trainer and Kickboxing coach in the UK Laura will introduce a kick-boxing / self-defence workshop for beginners. This will be fun and beneficial for participants in many ways, including learning some simple but effective self defence techniques to take away from the sessions. Come to one or […]

Kick-Boxing / Self-Defence with Laura
As a Personal Trainer and Kickboxing coach in the UK Laura will introduce a kick-boxing / self-defence workshop for beginners. This will be fun and beneficial for participants in many ways, including learning some simple but effective self defence techniques to take away from the sessions. Come to one or […]

Mat Pilates with Freda
Freda Weitzer is a physiotherapist and Pilates instructor in the US. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2017 and completed her Pilates training in 2018. Freda also has a background in yoga and meditation. Pilates classes with Freda will include strengthening, stretching, and breathing exercises that can be […]

Mat Pilates with Freda
Freda Weitzer is a physiotherapist and Pilates instructor in the US. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2017 and completed her Pilates training in 2018. Freda also has a background in yoga and meditation. Pilates classes with Freda will include strengthening, stretching, and breathing exercises that can be […]

Mat Pilates with Freda
Freda Weitzer is a physiotherapist and Pilates instructor in the US. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2017 and completed her Pilates training in 2018. Freda also has a background in yoga and meditation. Pilates classes with Freda will include strengthening, stretching, and breathing exercises that can be […]

Line Dancing Workshop with Lynette
Lynette Frances is a well known professional musician/entertainer/song writer and qualified line dance instructor. Her personal passion for music, especially modern & classic country, has led her to perform live music & teach line dancing in the UK & abroad. Lynette will be teaching fun easy absolute beginner and improvers […]

Line Dancing Workshop with Lynette
Lynette Frances is a well known professional musician/entertainer/song writer and qualified line dance instructor. Her personal passion for music, especially modern & classic country, has led her to perform live music & teach line dancing in the UK & abroad. Lynette will be teaching fun easy absolute beginner and improvers […]

Local Walk: Eressos Dinner
Put your walking shoes on and join us for a lovely walks outside and around Skala Eressos! Eressos Dinner Walk: Join our popular walk that for some has become a much loved tradition during the festival. The track goes across Kampos, the “fertile valleyâ€, to the village of Eressos where […]

Guided Mountain Bike Ride to Sigri (and back!)
Sappho Women in association with Lesvos Ride (https://lesvosride.gr ) are offering an exceptional bike trip. Join your experienced guides Rosie and Rebecca on this spectacular cycle across the old mountain road between Eressos and the picturesque seaside village of Sigri. Not for the faint hearted, this trail is tough! The road […]

Local Walk: Eressos Dinner
Put your walking shoes on and join us for a lovely walks outside and around Skala Eressos! Eressos Dinner Walk: Join our popular walk that for some has become a much loved tradition during the festival. The track goes across Kampos, the “fertile valleyâ€, to the village of Eressos where […]

Kick-Boxing with Laura
As a Personal Trainer and Kickboxing coach in the UK Laura will introduce a kickboxing workshop for beginners. This will be fun and beneficial for participants in many ways, including learning some simple but effective self defence techniques to take away from the sessions. Come to one or all of […]

Kick-Boxing with Laura
As a Personal Trainer and Kickboxing coach in the UK Laura will introduce a kickboxing workshop for beginners. This will be fun and beneficial for participants in many ways, including learning some simple but effective self defence techniques to take away from the sessions. Come to one or all of […]

Kick-Boxing with Laura
As a Personal Trainer and Kickboxing coach in the UK Laura will introduce a kickboxing workshop for beginners. This will be fun and beneficial for participants in many ways, including learning some simple but effective self defence techniques to take away from the sessions. Come to one or all of […]

Kick-Boxing with Laura
As a Personal Trainer and Kickboxing coach in the UK Laura will introduce a kickboxing workshop for beginners. This will be fun and beneficial for participants in many ways, including learning some simple but effective self defence techniques to take away from the sessions. Come to one or all of […]

Walking in the traces of Sappho
Walking in the traces of Sappho, uniting the ancient history with the recent history, ways of living, tradition, lesbian history of Eressos and lots of poetry. All walks last approximately 2 hours in length. Please wear sturdy footwear and ensure you bring water. Tzeli Hatjidimitriou is the author of ‘A […]

Walking in the traces of Sappho
Walking in the traces of Sappho, uniting the ancient history with the recent history, ways of living, tradition, lesbian history of Eressos and lots of poetry. All walks last approximately 2 hours in length. Please wear sturdy footwear and ensure you bring water. Tzeli Hatjidimitriou is the author of ‘A […]

Local Walk: Liota – Gavathas
Put your walking shoes on and join us for a lovely walks outside and around Skala Eressos! A circle walk Liota – Gavatas – Liota: A trip to a nearby village, Liota, where we park the car. The walk will take us through olive groves and along the coastline high […]

Local Walk: Skala Eressos – Tavari
Put your walking shoes on and join us for a lovely walk outside and around Skala Eressos! Skala Eressos – Tavari: Many women have asked us for this walk. We walk from Skala Eressos along the coastline, over the mountains passing the village of Crusos to Tavari and a well […]