Even though severe weather kept me from getting to Amorgos on time, and I ended up missing the first two days, this retreat still became one of the most beautiful and unexpected experiences I’ve had.
It was my first yoga retreat with Kia Miller, my first immersive experience with Kundalini yoga, and my first time in Greece. So there were a lot of firsts. I really had no idea what to expect.
What I came away with was nothing short of ethereal.
What I appreciated most about Kia’s approach was how relatable she made the practice feel. It didn’t feel abstract or inaccessible. It felt grounded. Human. Applicable. Through the principles, kriyas, and teachings she shared, I started to understand yoga not just as something we do for one or two hours on a mat, but as a way of being.
A way of living.
A way of moving through the world with more embodiment, awareness, and presence.
And what feels so special about Kia is that she doesn’t just teach this. She embodies it. There is something really powerful about being in the presence of someone who seems to live the teachings, not in a performative way, but in a way that feels deeply integrated.
I also really appreciated how thoughtfully the workshops and practices were structured. Everything felt intentional, spacious, and meaningful. Her support team was amazing as well. The entire retreat ran so smoothly, and even coming in late, I felt supported and cared for.
But what surprised me most was the community. I wasn’t sure how I would feel walking into a group of people I didn’t know, especially after missing the beginning. But somehow, it felt like meeting a second family. I left with so many meaningful connections. I exchanged numbers with at least ten people, and I know I’ll see many of them again in some capacity.
This retreat gave me far more than I expected. Practice. Perspective. Friendship. A deeper understanding of yoga as something that is lived, not just practiced.
I’m deeply grateful, and I will absolutely continue attending retreats with Kia Miller and her team.