Program Description

Join us for this special Yogic Studies Summer Retreat in Greece, located on the exquisite island of Aegina. This unique Yogasūtras immersion will offer students a special opportunity to engage in both practice and study, surrounded by a supportive and inquisitive community of like-minded students from around the world. 

Join Yogic Studies founder Dr. Seth Powell and special guest yoga teacher Moritz Ulrich. Over the course of five nights and six days, we will immerse in yoga history and philosophy, study and chant Sanskrit, practice yoga and meditation, eat delicious local vegetarian Greek cuisine, visit an ancient temple of a Greek goddess, relax poolside, swim and enjoy the picturesque waters of the Saronic Gulf, and more! 

The curriculum for this year's retreat will focus on a deep study and immersion into the Yogasūtras of Patañjali—yoga's most ancient and influential text. 

Space is limited so sign up soon! 

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Retreat Schedule

Day 1 – June 10

3-5pm – Arrivals, settling in

5-6:30pm – Welcome Lecture/Orientation

6:30-8pm – Dinner

Days 2-5 – June 11-14

7:30-8:30am – Morning Yoga with Moritz

9-10am – Breakfast

10-12pm – Yogasūtras with Seth

12-1pm – Lunch

1-4pm – Free time

4-6pm – Yogasūtras with Seth

7-8pm – Dinner

8-9pm – Kīrtan + meditation with Moritz

Day 6 – June 15

7:30-8:30am – Morning Yoga with Moritz

9-10am – Breakfast

10am-11am – Closing Ceremony

Location

We will be staying at the picturesque LaLi Bay Resort and Spa, a luxury hotel on the island of Aegina, only 45 minutes by ferry boat from the port of Piraeus near Athens.

LaLi Bay is nestled along the sea in the Saronic Gulf with a breathtaking sunset view, surrounded by nature and steeped in stillness—the perfect locale for yoga practice and philosophical inquiry. You can wake up with the sound of the waves, watch the sunrise above the mainland, and begin or end your day with a lovely walk or swim in the sea along our private beach.

Aegina is a favorite island getaway destination for local Athenians because of its easy access, rich history, old-world charm, beautiful beaches, and delicious pistachios.

The island is also host to the ancient temple of Aphaia, a local Greek goddess, whose temple dates back over 2,500 years and whose architecture influenced the more well-known Acropolis in Athens. We will take a field trip and have a private guided tour of this incredible historic site. 

Facilities

All participants will have access to LaLi Bay's private pools, beach, hot tub, hiking trails, and spa facilities. We have included time for you in the daily schedule for you to enjoy the beautiful grounds, beach, or to book a massage at the spa according to your preferences. Please note that there may be other guests staying at the hotel. 

Accomodation

LaLi Bay offers a range of accommodation options including private and shared rooms. Participants are responsible for booking accommodation directly with LaLi Bay, on a first come first serve basis. Click here to view the available accommodations and to book using our reduced group rate. 

Food

LaLi Bay will be providing us with three delicious meals per day. Under the guidance of their esteemed chef, Kavos Restaurant presents an innovative menu that blends traditional Greek techniques with modern twists, using only the freshest, locally-sourced ingredients.

Our retreat menu will be lacto-ovo vegetarian. Coffee will be available daily ;) 

LaLi Bay is also happy to provide alternative menu options for vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free needs. Please let us know ahead of time if you have specific dietary requests, and we will do our best to accommodate. 

Please note that the breakfast meals may be shared with other guests staying at the resort and so meat may be present. We kindly request that our participants please commit to a vegetarian diet during the course of the retreat. 

Instructors

Dr. Seth Powell

Founder & Director, Yogic Studies

Seth Powell is a scholar of Indian religions, Sanskrit, and yoga traditions, who earned his PhD in South Asian Religions at Harvard University. His dissertation comprised a critical edition, translation, and detailed study of a 15th-century Sanskrit yoga text from south India known as the Śivayogapradīpikā—which uniquely combines yoga, ritual, and devotion. He also works extensively on the visual and material culture of yoga in premodern India, uncovering yoga's past through temple sculptures.

As an educator, Seth is passionate about sharing the latest academic research on yoga's vast history and philosophies and is gifted in his ability to present the ancient teachings of yoga clearly in an accessible, light-hearted, and inspiring manner—while maintaining a rigor and sensitivity to traditional Indian knowledge systems. He founded Yogic Studies in 2018 as a way to bridge academia with the broader yoga world. He has been studying and teaching the Yogasūtras of Patañjali for over twenty years. 

Moritz Ulrich

Senior Jivamukti Teacher and Medical Doctor

Moritz Ulrich is the founder of the Jivamukti Yoga studio "Peace Yoga“ in Berlin, a vibrant place dedicated to deepening the yoga practice of both students and teachers. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Moritz seamlessly blends spiritual insight, heartfelt communication, and a holistic approach to well-being.

His classes are catering to all levels and bodies focusing on a well-rounded mix of asanas, vinyasa practices, breath awareness, chanting and meditation. Challenging body and mind and supported by uplifting music. As a mentor and teacher trainer, Moritz is passionate about empowering yoga teachers to refine their skills, embrace authenticity, and break free from limiting beliefs.

As a language enthusiast Moritz is also a dedicated student of Sanskrit and has been studying as part of his yoga practice for over 15 years at Yogic Studies and elsewhere. He is also the recent author of Das Ende deiner Suche - Yoga Sūtra Wegweiser zu einem erfüllten Leben, a German-language book inspired by the Yogasūtras. 

"Seth, the Yogic Studies team, and his fellow scholars have created such a wonderful online learning community, but nothing beats in person, so it was really memorable to come together with a group of likeminded individuals from all over the world for a deep dive into the Yoga Sutras — with the chance to swim in the Mediterranean between sessions!"

— Richard, Yoga Teacher, London, England

"The Yogasūtras Immersion was my very first yoga and meditation retreat—and I hope the first of many others. Seth is an extraordinary teacher. He brought the Yogasūtras to life with clarity, care, and deep insight, making them accessible while keeping their rigor. Yogic Studies created a magical space where we could move, breathe, study, reflect, and connect with each other. We have been gifted with a balance of practice, philosophy, presence, sharing, and fun. The location was beyond extraordinary, deeply conducive to a sacred space of learning. Even with little experience in both Yoga and the Sūtras, I felt warmly welcomed and fully supported, and motivated to grow in my practice. I feel inspired, so lucky to have found this, and to have met so many beautiful people. With so much gratitude, thank you, Seth, Yogic Studies, and each beautiful soul and new friend whom I met in this journey. 🙏"

— Alessandra Stradella, Assistant Professor of Philosophy, Philadelphia, USA

"I truly enjoyed the retreat with Seth Powell. The teachings on the Yoga Sutras were insightful and deeply grounding. The peaceful setting of Aegina made the experience even more special. I also appreciated the yoga practices led by Evi Tassa, who was absolutely amazing and added great value to the retreat. I left feeling inspired and more connected to my practice."

— Christina Zacharopoulou, Yoga Practitioner, Athens, Greece

"A retreat about the Yogasūtras in Greece, led by Seth and organized by YS? I don't think I could ever have a better opportunity to dive into such a complex text. Yogic Studies is absolutely the best place on the internet if you want to learn about the history and philosophy of Yoga, Seth is deeply knowledgeable and a great teacher. The place was beautiful, the yoga classes were lovely and the lectures were equally useful for beginners and for people with more experience with the text. The group of participants was amazing and we are already making plans to keep studying together. It was great to have the experience of studying at Yogic Studies in person!"

— Previous retreat participant

🐦 Save $150 with the Early Bird special! 

Sign up before February 2 @ 2pm PT. 

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Registration is OPEN

Registration includes all classes, materials, meals, field trip, and programming. Does NOT include accommodation, airfare or transportation to and from the retreat center. Participants are required to purchase accommodation directly from LaLi Bay after signing up for the retreat. Click here for bookings. 

Reserve your spot today with one of the following payment options:

YS Greece Retreat 2026 (1x payment)

$1,000 $850 USD

YS Greece Retreat 2026 (3x payments)

$333 $283 USD x 3

FAQ

Questions about the retreat?

For all questions or retreat inquiries, please contact us at info@yogicstudies.com.

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