4-10 MAY 2025 • CORFU
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WELCOME TO
The Movement Gathering
· · 4 - 10 May, 2025 - Corfu, Greece · ·
A Dance Lover's Odyssey
Imagine yourself waking up in Greece...
... Life is already dancing all around you on this magical island in the Mediterranean. Your day begins with the sound of waves, birdsong, cicadas and gentle instrumental music supporting your yoga class, which is in the middle of a beautiful olive grove, overlooking the Ionian Sea.
After you enjoy a healthy breakfast with a tribe of like-minded people coming from all over the world, before moving into Greece's most gorgeous dance hall for a movement workshop, led by an amazing team of skilled facilitators, guiding you to activate your body and energy.
You will have a chance to explore many different forms of embodiment, energy work and creative play, to help you reconnect with your body and awaken the Dancer within.
Afternoons are (mostly) free so you can integrate as you wish - take a dip in the refreshing sea, bask in the sun, receive a massage, explore the beautiful coast, mingle with new friends, or simply rest in the Greek way - with a silent Siesta. Dinners are also recommended by one of the many seaside restaurants, another chance to share some local cuisine with new and old friends.
After dinner we continue our journey at the Buddha Hall with some joyful and deeply moving dance ceremony's to celebrate our sacred body, this amazing life, and our wonderful community.
Congratulations on a day well lived!
Greetings Beautiful Soul Dancer!
You have arrived where your feet are about to come alive! We are delighted that you have found your way to our Springtime sanctuary for lovers of dance and music.
We welcome and celebrate you!
Below, you will find all the details regarding your adventure in Greece.
Let's get you started!
Are You Ready to Explore Your Wild Side?
The Movement Gathering is a dynamic dance retreat in Corfu from 4-10 May 2025.
This journey is open to everyone, all ages, all levels, no restrictions whatsoever.
With a small but highly skilled and inspiring team of instructors, you will explore a unique new world of conscious embodiment. Along the way, you will learn new techniques and exercises which will unlock your creativity and authentic rhythm, meet wonderful new friends, enjoy breathtaking nature, and eat like royalty.
It's a journey of pure joy and inspiration!
A WEEK OF WELLNESS
An Unforgettable Journey - A Holiday with Purpose, Passion & Play:
This retreat offers a playful & potent balance of:
High powered movement practices
Interactive workshops
Engaging educational classes
A variety of healing modalities
Abundance of healthy, delicious food
Peace and deep relaxation
Breathtaking natural beauty
Dance, Music & Meditation in abundance
Your Movement Magic Starts With...
An Amazing Team Of Guides
This time, our team of versatile movement magicians came together in just a few days. All of last years contributors return, and we are adding a few new pieces, especially to the music team, which will take our experience to new levels.
Everyone loves a well made electronic set, and we will have plenty of that, but nothing beats live instrumental music to elevate your experience!
So here it is, our team of wise, talented and inspiring guides:
This troupe, so multi-talented, versatile, and courageously creative! They will take us on a radical ride of improvised bliss.
Not to be missed!
A GLIMPSE INTO THE EXPERIENCE
What About The Program?
Here is LAST Year's program, so you can get a feel for the flow and variety of our offerings. A nice balance of movement classes and workshops, supported by incredible live music.
Our 2025 program will be ready in the early new year.
**This program is subject to change, We are always looking at ways to improve and enhance the experience, even during our time together.
OUR VENUE
The Corfu Buddha Hall
"An Exquisite Retreat Requires A Very Special Location"
Our home for the week is the Corfu Buddha Hall, one of Europe's premier retreat centers. Spacious and sitting alone on a mountain top blanketed with olive and cypress trees, the Buddha Hall offers not only incredible views of peaks and blue seas, but a rare combination of excellent group spaces too.
One of the only retreat centers in Europe that boasts a large air-conditioned indoor space, as well as a sizeable outdoor dance/music venue. You can be sure that we will make a lot of magic in both of them. This place is indeed exquisite!
Side Note - while the Buddha Hall easily fits 100+ people, we are limiting our group size to 50 people, so that we can enjoy lots of space to fly around the dance floor!
OUR LOCATION
Corfu - Land of Myth & Music
"The perfect getaway for a purposeful holiday"
All of this happens in the mythical north-west of Corfu at Arillas Beach, one of the worlds fastest growing wellness destinations. And it will not take long for you to see why - the place is magnetic and the energy there is simply divine.
In fact, local legends say that Odysseus was shipwrecked and washed ashore somewhere in the north-west of Corfu, where he was warmly welcomed by the local king before being aided back home. Coincidentally, St Michael's ley line (known as the Apollo line in Greece) also runs right through the north-west of Corfu.
Clean, beautiful beaches, a promenade full of great cafes and restaurants, and a relaxed, friendly vibe that seduces visitors to come back again and again. Many come for a week but never leave!
READY TO BOOK?
All Booking Details
*Currently on Early Bird pricing
Simple Two Step Booking Process:
· STEP 1 ·
→ BOOK YOUR RESERVATION ←
Pay €555 Now
(Required to secure your reservation)
3 Payment Options: Credit Card, Bank Transfers or PayPal.
*Booking fee removed if you do a bank transfer.
*Please Note: The deposit is non refundable. See cancellation policy below.
· STEP 2 ·
→ PAY Buddha Hall Package ON ARRIVAL ←
(4 MAY, 2025)
€342
During Registration/Check In on 4 May, the remaining balance needs to be paid in Cash.
(*Bank Transfer also possible, but would need to be done 1-2 weeks before the gathering starts)
What is included in the price?
Retreat Pass (€555) - Access to all activities, classes, workshops, concerts, etc.
Food & Venue (Buddha Hall Fees) (€342) - 6 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches. Buddha Hall space fees and basic office assistance included. For full package list and Buddha Hall price breakdown check our FAQ Page.
What IS NOT included in the price?
Flights, accommodation, airport transfers or local transportation, and dinners).
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Practical DetailsDates: 4 - 10 May 2025 Opening Ceremony: 19:00, 4 May, 2025 Location: The Corfu Buddha Hall in Arillas, Corfu, Greece: BH Website: https://www.corfubuddhahall.com/ Max Capacity: Event limited to 50 Participants.
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What is included in my booking?Your booking combines two main parts: 1) Your NEO Gathering Pass and 2) The Buddha Hall Retreat Package - NEO Gathering Pass - All activities including performances, classes, workshops, sound healings, etc. The access pass is between €80-€110 per day (depending on when you book) and that cost covers all of our expenses, including artist and teacher fees, staff wages, flights, accommodation, food, equipment rental, sound engineering, photo/video, decoration etc. - Buddha Hall Retreat Package - Meals twice daily from Mon-Fri (breakfast and lunch), and one breakfast on the last day (Saturday). Office Assistance from the Buddha Hall staff, providing information to assist you with questions about accommodation, airport transfers, car/scooter rental, and more. Full use of the Buddha Hall property including their indoor space with Aircon, outdoor concert space, their swimming pool, wifi, unlimited filtered water, coffee and teas etc. The Buddha Hall package is 62 euros per day. Half is for food, the other half is for energy use & maintenance, room rental, basic office support, etc. The daily cost breakdown: 10 euros for breakfast (abundant all you can eat - includes coffee, tea, milk, plant milk, orange juice etc) 20 euros for lunch (abundant all you can eat vegetarian - includes coffee, tea, milk, plant milk etc) 32 euros for the Buddha Hall Staff (office assistance, cleaning, care-taking, land management, supplies, wages etc.)
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What is NOT included in my booking?Flights & Airport Transfers Accommodation Local Transportation Dinners (except for the welcome dinner on the opening evening which is included.)
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AccommodationPlease Note: The Spring in Corfu is quiet, not too busy and with plenty of options. But still best to book and arrange accommodation as soon as possible. Simple rooms in Arillas average €35-€45 per night, but more luxurious options can be found for €100 and more. Generally, the majority of attendees prefer to stay in the village near the beach where there is an abundance of accommodation options. We highly recommend Green Corfu, a local tourist office that specializes in finding the best room for visitors to Arillas. They can also help you to book airport transfers and local transportation, and all of these services are provided for free. Check out their website for more details: www.greencorfu.com/ The Buddha Hall has a few simple rooms on the premises and they book fast as well. If you wish to stay at the Buddha Hall, please contact their office as soon as possible: office@corfubuddhahall.com Alternatively, you can search for yourself on https://arillas.com, which has almost every hotel and B&B in the village listed on their website.
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TransportationTwo parts - Airport Transportation and Local Transportation: Airport Transfers - Arillas is located about 1 hour drive from the airport, and an airport taxi is about €75 one way. It's a bit less if you pre-book an airport shuttle. It's considerably less if you share a taxi/shuttle with another participant. 3-4 weeks before the gathering starts, we always share shuttle contacts, and we also create a shared google spreadsheet to help you connect with other participants to share rides. Local Transportation - The Buddha Hall is sitting on the tallest peak in the area, about 2.5kms from Arillas Beach. A local shuttle service is available, and can be booked for an additional cost (about €10 per day). The shuttle only goes between the BH and Arillas Beach at fixed times, several times daily. For those who want more freedom and flexibility, we recommend people rent/share cars, scooters or electric bicycles. We provide recommendations for trusted transport contacts after you complete your booking.
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Children InfoCan I bring my children with me? Of course! While The Movement Gathering is designed mainly for adults, children are always invited to join the fun! We welcome children of all ages to this retreat, and we even offer basic childcare so parents can fully enjoy the experience too. Please Note: Parents will need to sign a waiver form which relieves us of any legal liability, and makes you 100% responsible for your children during our time together. Regarding Child-care - we will have specific times, likely starting after breakfast and ends when lunch starts. Before breakfast and during the free afternoons your children will need to be in your care. Legally, we and the Buddha Hall need to tell you that children must be attended at all times, especially by the pool. - During our evening activities, we ask parents to keep their children close, and we will keep an eye on the kids collectively. Although we have some fun and celebratory evenings planned, we generally regard night time as being the time to slow down, tune inward and prepare for a good nights sleep. - Discounted Children’s Food package: Under 5 years: no charge, below 10: 75% discount, below 15: 50% discount. Final note: While we wish for the children to have fun and feel free, we also ask parents to help us maintain the meditative aspect of our gatherings, especially at night during concerts and those sensitive moments of beautiful silence between songs and sessions.
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Can I Volunteer?Yes! We typically have between 8-10 volunteers for each event and have a lot of fun holding space and co-creating behind the scenes. Please note: We offer a free pass (Value of €600) to our retreat in exchange for 4 daily hours of light work. However, volunteers still need to purchase their Buddha Hall retreat package which is €300 and includes most meals. More details will be provided after you apply. Please apply using our contact form and make sure to share your skills and areas of special interest.
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Can I apply to teach or offer my artistry?Yes, if you would like to apply to one of our events in 2025, please email us with your EPK and all of your links to: thegatheringcorfu@gmail.com Please note: due to high volume, we are not able to respond to all applicants.
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Can I offer/sell my products?Unfortunately no, at these smaller gatherings we will not provide a market/bazaar.
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Photography & VideographyThis event will be photographed and filmed. We see photography and videography as art forms that we cherish and utilize to capture all of our special moments together. As such, we have made it an essential and celebrated part of our process. So by booking your week with us, you are agreeing to be photographed and for your image to be used in our future marketing. You can request to not be in the foreground of pictures, and we will also honor any request to have a specific photo removed. However, the pictures are always tasteful and discreet, and no one in our 10 year history has ever requested to have their photo removed :)
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Directions to the venueYou will find a map with our location on the bottom of the home page. Most people will fly into Corfu's only airport CFU, and take a taxi, shuttle or rental car to Arillas. We recommend you contact the Buddha Hall office team for guidance in getting to Arillas. This service is a part of their Buddha Hall package: office@corfubuddhahall.com
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What are the house rules?No alcohol, drugs or sacred medicines of any kind allowed. We kindly ask that you join us in a clear and sober state of mind. There will be plenty of euphoria without the need of any substances.
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What should I bring?The Buddha Hall has a limited number of yoga mats, we recommend you bring your own. Please bring your own reusable water bottle (The BH provides fresh filtered water) Bathing suit, beach/shower towel, sun lotion, sun glasses, sun hat for the beach and BH Pool! Walking shoes - a beautiful island to explore! Mosquito/bug repellent Please Note: Several shops around Arillas sell just about everything you need.
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Banks and ATM'sThere is no bank in Arillas, but there are 3 ATM's. There are many banks in Corfu torn. Closest bank to Arillas is 8kms away in Sidari.
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Weather in CorfuAs you can imagine, Spring time weather in Corfu is unpredictable and even is possible though usually brief. In the Summer it can get quite hot, especially mid day. Fortunately for us, the Buddha Hall has AC and heat, so we are well protected in all weather conditions. We have both indoor and outdoor options, so rain or shine, hot or cold, we dance in comfort and style :) In the Spring we recommend bringing layers, the nights can get quite chilly. The Buddha Hall's pool is a perfect refresher on a hot day, so do bring your towel and a bathing suit.
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Cancellation PoliciesFor all NEO Gatherings: All sales are final. We offer a full refund if you cancel within 48hrs of booking. After those 48 hours, there is no refund of your booking. If you are unable to join us, you can choose to sell or transfer your ticket to someone else, or you can choose to move your booking to a future gathering. We will honor your booking for one calendar year. In case that we, the organizers, need to cancel the event, we will offer a choice of full refund or ticket transfer to the next event.
If you have any other questions, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions Page.
If you still have questions after, please email us through our Contact Form at the bottom of this page.
See you in Corfu next May
for a special celebration of life!
While deep healing and transformation is always a natural and delightful benefit of our journeys, it is not our goal. Our intention is create the right conditions for authenticity and inspiration to thrive, and at that, we have gotten very good!
Not as rigid as most retreats, not as fickle as most festivals, we will find our flow somewhere in the rhythmic middle. In the end, what we seek is to find a balance between movement and stillness, sound and silence, deep relaxation and playful engagement. To enjoy simple being, sparks of creativity, the joys of friendship and community, and a sense of purpose and meaning.
We look forward to celebrating some blissful late Spring days on the island we all love so much. Singing, dancing, meditating, enjoying sunsets, starry skies, and amazing food are all predictable. But the real treasures will come from the spontaneous magic we will experience together.
See you soon in Corfu!!