Join the first edition of ‘Acroyoga Island Fest’

Nature, Acroyoga community and connection. The 3 ingredients for a wholesome weekend where we can connect with people from different communities in the Netherlands, learn and grow in the practice, all surrounded by a beautiful lake only 15 minutes from Schipol. There will be workshops with different propositions and levels, 4 teachers to guide you and we will transform this Island into Acro Paradise for the weekend!

A late summer weekend in September where everyone, independent of their skill level, age, gender etc, is invited to join on a beautiful island. Four workshop sessions will be offered, with time to play and also rest. Flow through the day with ease and fun, together we will create the perfect environment for you to connect to yourself and to others. Whether you will join for 1 day or the whole weekend, we will welcome you with open arms!

There will be 4 workshop sessions with 4 different teachers, 2 jam sessions with coaching from the teachers, an (optional) lunch and dinner, a Cacao and therapeutics session on Saturday night and campfire.

Two of the 4 workshop sessions will have 2 workshops at the same time with different levels and propositions, for you to choose what you would like to learn. All the classes will have options for beginners as well as options for more advanced Acro yogis. 

For the participants that stay for the night, we will include a morning practice on Sunday morning.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• 4 Acroyoga workshops (2,5 hours)

• 4 teachers

• Cacao and Therapeutics

• Jam time (with guidance of teachers)

• Beautiful nature surroundings

• Healthy vegan food

• Community spirit

SCHEDULE
This is a draft and might still be adjusted, but it will give you an idea of the schedule for the weekend.

Saturday

9.00-9.30 Arrival
10.00-10.30 Opening
10.30-13.00 Workshop 1
13.00-15.00 Lunch and Break
15.00-17.30 Workshop 2
17.30-18.30 Jam
18.30-19.30 Dinner
20.00-22.00 Cacao and Therapeutics

Sunday

8.30-9.30 Arrival/Yoga in the morning
10.00-10.30 Opening
10.30-13.00 Workshop 3
13.00-15.00 Lunch and Break
15.00-17.30 Workshop 4
17.30-18.30 Jam
18.30-19.30 Dinner

LOCATION
We found a beautiful private retreat island close to Amsterdam. It’s only 15 minutes by car from the airport or train station ‘Amsterdam Schiphol’.
Bloeiland in Langeraarse plassen.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/1m3H7nMmdUQZiejr9
There is free parking at the supermarket here. We will create a whatsapp group to coordinate the ride shares and the pick-up from the parking lot by boat to get to the island.

FOOD
You can book a separate food ticket, for 1 day or both days. The food will be vegan and home-made, dietary restrictions can be indicated in the registration form. If you do not book a food ticket, you will bring your own food (no access to a supermarket once you are on the island).

ACCOMMODATION

If you would like to stay on the island, you are welcome to bring your own camping gear and camp for the night or stay in a shared room.

PRICES
Create your own! Depending on whether you want to stay 1 or 2 days, want food and accommodation included, and when you book your ticket, you can create your own experience and your own price. Early bird price until September 23 (for the first 15 tickets only).

Early bird price Regular price
Workshops Saturday 75 85
Workshops Sunday 65 75
1 day foodticket (Lunch and Dinner) 25 35
2 day foodticket (2x Lunch and Dinner, 1 breakfast) 50 65
1 night in camping 20 25
1 night in a shared room 35 40

All-in ticket (whole weekend incl food and camping) 175 210
All-in ticket (whole weekend incl food and room) 190 225

Arrival/Departure

Arrival on both days will be between 9.00-9.30 at the parking lot so we can take you to the island. This is about 5 minutes by boat. On Saturday you will be brought back to the parking lot after the last session (around 22.30) and on Sunday after dinner (around 20.00) 

TEACHERS

Stefano Romitti & Jolien Heetkamp

We have been teaching Acroyoga for over 8 years, of which the last 3 years together, both certified by different training schools and styles. We travel the world and get inspiration for our classes from many different communities. Our style, ‘Yoga of Acro’, means we will add some of the beautiful foundational teachings of yoga into our classes. Practicing with intention in a safe and fun environment!

Inez Almeida is a certified Acroyoga teacher from Acroyoga International and Acroyoga Montreal and has been teaching Acroyoga for the past 10 years in several countries and communities. Her love for movement and her background in dance and acrobatics brought her into an exploration of new possibilities within Acroyoga language and vision.

Jos de Koster is a certified teacher of Acroyoga International and Acroyoga Montreal and Partner Acrobatics. He is passionate about handstands and dynamic movements. He has been teaching for over 6 years now and is based in Utrecht.

SIGN UP

Fill out the form and let us know you are coming. This weekend has a maximum of 40 participants and a minimum of 15 participants. Only the first 15 tickets will be eligible for the early bird price (until September 23), so secure your spot now!

https://forms.gle/8YzsARWYUatzXLhX7