Simon Borg-Olivier - Yoga Synergy 7 night DRYFT retreat on paradise island in El Nido, Palawan, Philippines
Dryft Darocotan Island, Darocotan Island, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines
Up to 30 in group
October 11 - 18, 2024
Retreat Highlights
- 10% OFF for next 8 bookings! Code: SIMONEARLY
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- 6 hours of yoga classes / workshops with Simon per day
- Nurturing environment for personal growth and connections
- 1 x Complimentary Traditional Filipino Massage: Nurture your body and enhance your well-being
- 3 x Nutritious meals per day
- Range of unique, eco-lux accommodations: Find comfort and serenity in sustainable spaces
- Remote paradise island location with private beach: Immerse yourself in nature's tranquility
- Return shared shuttle between El Nido and DRYFT
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Simon Borg-Olivier, MSc, BAppSc (Physiotherapy), APAM c-IAYT, is a well-known figure in the field of yoga and physical therapy. He has studied and taught traditional posture, movement, breathing and meditation, with great masters from Tibet, Japan, India, and China for more than 40 years.
Simon is particularly recognized for his deep understanding of the application of anatomical, physiological, and nutritional principles to yoga practice. He co-founded Yoga Synergy, one of Australia’s oldest yoga schools that integrates traditional yoga for the modern body and aims to enhance physical health while fostering spiritual growth.
Borg-Olivier's approach to yoga is highly informed by his academic background in biomedical science and his own physical practice. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of New South Wales, with majors in human biology, and a Master of Health Science in Physiotherapy. His teachings often focus on safe and effective yoga practices that are designed to improve posture, flexibility, strength, and overall wellbeing.
Simon Borg-Olivier is also known for his participation in international yoga conferences, workshops, and teacher training programs, where he shares his knowledge on integrating modern scientific understanding with traditional yoga philosophy and techniques. His work emphasizes the importance of breath control, spinal movements, and the intelligent use of muscle co-activation to achieve internal strength and stability.
Moreover, Borg-Olivier is an advocate for practicing yoga in a way that is sustainable and beneficial over a lifetime, often drawing on his extensive experience in martial arts, swimming, and dance to inform his teaching methods. His approach is holistic, taking into consideration the body, mind, and spirit, and aims to help individuals achieve balance and harmony in their lives.
His contributions to the field of yoga and physical therapy have made him a respected and influential figure among yoga practitioners and instructors worldwide.
Details of this retreat
Elevate your Yoga Flow
with Simon Borg-Olivier
This retreat is specially curated around the teachings of Simon Borg-Olivier, a master whose approach transcends the boundaries of traditional yoga by integrating the wisdom of physiotherapy, the fluidity of martial arts, and the discipline of Hatha Yoga and Qigong.
Practice with Simon for six hours each day in workshops that challenge and inspire. Expect a fusion of dynamic meditation, breath-driven movement, and the elegance of dance in every session.
Simon's signature sessions
Morning rituals
Your day begins with practices that blend chanting and breathwork into seated meditation, followed by movements that originate from the core and extend through the spine, leading into dynamic, music-accompanied flows. These sessions aim to energize and prepare you for the day, emphasizing relaxation and immune support.
Afternoon immersions
The afternoon sessions are an exploration of strength, flexibility, and inner peace through the innovative YogaSynergy method. Experience how Simon’s unique blend of yoga postures, movement, and breath can elevate your practice to new heights, keeping you in a state of flow and balance.
About Simon Borg-Olivier
Simon’s extensive background includes more than 40 years dedicated to the study and teaching of yoga, movement, and breathing techniques, informed by his expertise as a physiotherapist and his scholarly work. As a co-director of YogaSynergy and a celebrated teacher, his approach is revolutionary, aiming to create a practice that invigorates and enlightens without the stress commonly associated with intense physical exercise. Simon invites you to redefine your yoga practice, making it a source of strength, wellness, and joy.
Read more about Simon....
An invitation to transformative growth
This retreat is crafted for those eager to deepen their yoga journey through the unique lens of Simon Borg-Olivier’s expertise. It's an opportunity not just to stretch and strengthen the body but to explore the rich potential of the mind and spirit. This experience offers you more than just a retreat; we present a pathway to lasting personal growth and understanding under the guidance of one of yoga’s most forward-thinking practitioners.
Secure your spot for an experience that goes beyond the conventional, with Simon Borg-Olivier as your guide to a richer, more integrated practice.
For any questions or more info needed, please email wellness@dryft.camp.
with Simon Borg-Olivier
This retreat is specially curated around the teachings of Simon Borg-Olivier, a master whose approach transcends the boundaries of traditional yoga by integrating the wisdom of physiotherapy, the fluidity of martial arts, and the discipline of Hatha Yoga and Qigong.
Practice with Simon for six hours each day in workshops that challenge and inspire. Expect a fusion of dynamic meditation, breath-driven movement, and the elegance of dance in every session.
Simon's signature sessions
Morning rituals
Your day begins with practices that blend chanting and breathwork into seated meditation, followed by movements that originate from the core and extend through the spine, leading into dynamic, music-accompanied flows. These sessions aim to energize and prepare you for the day, emphasizing relaxation and immune support.
Afternoon immersions
The afternoon sessions are an exploration of strength, flexibility, and inner peace through the innovative YogaSynergy method. Experience how Simon’s unique blend of yoga postures, movement, and breath can elevate your practice to new heights, keeping you in a state of flow and balance.
About Simon Borg-Olivier
Simon’s extensive background includes more than 40 years dedicated to the study and teaching of yoga, movement, and breathing techniques, informed by his expertise as a physiotherapist and his scholarly work. As a co-director of YogaSynergy and a celebrated teacher, his approach is revolutionary, aiming to create a practice that invigorates and enlightens without the stress commonly associated with intense physical exercise. Simon invites you to redefine your yoga practice, making it a source of strength, wellness, and joy.
Read more about Simon....
An invitation to transformative growth
This retreat is crafted for those eager to deepen their yoga journey through the unique lens of Simon Borg-Olivier’s expertise. It's an opportunity not just to stretch and strengthen the body but to explore the rich potential of the mind and spirit. This experience offers you more than just a retreat; we present a pathway to lasting personal growth and understanding under the guidance of one of yoga’s most forward-thinking practitioners.
Secure your spot for an experience that goes beyond the conventional, with Simon Borg-Olivier as your guide to a richer, more integrated practice.
For any questions or more info needed, please email wellness@dryft.camp.
Schedule
ARRIVAL DAY
Arrival / Check-in / Welcome – from 2pm
Yoga Class – PM
Sunset on the beach
Dinner
TYPICAL DAY
Breakfast
AM Workshop - 3hrs
Lunch
Free Time – snorkelling, kayak, SUP, hammock time, etc.
PM Workshop - 3hrs
Sunset on the beach
Dinner
DEPARTURE DAY
Yoga Class – AM
Breakfast
Check-out / Hugs & Goodbyes
Shuttle boat & taxi to El Nido town @ 11am
Arrival / Check-in / Welcome – from 2pm
Yoga Class – PM
Sunset on the beach
Dinner
TYPICAL DAY
Breakfast
AM Workshop - 3hrs
Lunch
Free Time – snorkelling, kayak, SUP, hammock time, etc.
PM Workshop - 3hrs
Sunset on the beach
Dinner
DEPARTURE DAY
Yoga Class – AM
Breakfast
Check-out / Hugs & Goodbyes
Shuttle boat & taxi to El Nido town @ 11am
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
DRYFT, Dryft Darocotan Island, Darocotan Island, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines
Directions
Arrival by airplane:
The best way to reach Dryft is to fly to Manila airport and then take a second smaller flight to El Nido (Lio) Airport.
FREE SHUTTLE TRANSFER:
We provide a free shuttle service that leaves from TownSquare, El Nido at 13:00.
Your return free shuttle service leaves Dryft at 11:00 to return to El Nido town.
The shuttle takes about 45 minutes by car/van, followed by a 15-minute boat ride.
Private airport transfer:
Private transfer from/to the airport or El Nido town at alternative times can be arranged for an additional cost.
The best way to reach Dryft is to fly to Manila airport and then take a second smaller flight to El Nido (Lio) Airport.
FREE SHUTTLE TRANSFER:
We provide a free shuttle service that leaves from TownSquare, El Nido at 13:00.
Your return free shuttle service leaves Dryft at 11:00 to return to El Nido town.
The shuttle takes about 45 minutes by car/van, followed by a 15-minute boat ride.
Private airport transfer:
Private transfer from/to the airport or El Nido town at alternative times can be arranged for an additional cost.
Accommodation
Glamping does not get better than this! We have a range of completely unique and luxuriously quirky accommodations for you to make your home during your yoga holiday. Artistically constructed from locally sourced, natural materials, all rooms feature stunning ocean views, comfortable queen-sized beds, private balconies, and all the amenities you need to feel at home. Choose from: - One-of-a-kind Lux Tipi - Iconic Hive huts - Bijou bamboo Kubos - Datu Huts - Puno Huts - Puno Pods - Glamping Tents The Lux Tipi has its own private bathroom, while the remaining rooms have shared bathrooms. All rooms are situated ON the beach, so look forward to being lulled to sleep by the sounds of the waves gently lapping at the shore!
Lux Tipi - unique, deluxe w/ ensuite
Our deluxe accommodation – a stay in the Lux Tipi is truly unparalleled! Indulge yourself with the ultimate island luxury – this room offers a glamping experience really unlike any other (if you can even still call it glamping!).
Equipped with a queen-sized bed, private terrace, quirky furnishings and with its own private bathroom, this room is the ultimate treat to yourself.
All DRYFT rooms are ON the beach – be lulled to sleep by the sounds of the waves gently lapping at the shore, and wake up with the birds of paradise.
Hive
The individual, unique Hives showcase the masterful DRYFT architectural artistry – spacious, cool and comfortable - with awe-inspiring views of the ocean from creatively crafted bamboo decks.
Curl up in ridiculously comfy queen sized beds, cool down with electric fans and soak up that view of the swaying palm trees on our private beach. Bathrooms are shared.
All DRYFT rooms are ON the beach – be lulled to sleep by the sounds of the waves gently lapping at the shore, and wake up with the birds of paradise.
Datu
Under the shade of towering palm trees, our new Datu huts meld quirky charm with eco-friendly innovation. With walls crafted from beeswax and banig (woven palm), the Datu is not just a room but an ode to sustainability with a beach view!
A spacious sanctuary with plush queen bed - suitable for solo travellers or couples.
(please see 'Puno Hut' for the room type formerly known as 'Datu')
Amenities: Queen bed | Electric fan | Ocean views | Shared bathrooms
Puno Hut (formerly Datu)
Harmoniously blending nature-inspired design with sustainable luxury, our Datu huts are the latest addition to the camp.
With walls coated in beeswax and a quirky roof made of our own, island-engineered, ‘coco-fibre’, these huts exude natural elegance and an inviting atmosphere.
Perfect for solo travellers or couples.
All DRYFT rooms are ON the beach – be lulled to sleep by the sounds of the waves gently lapping at the shore, and wake up with the birds of paradise.
Kubo
DRYFT’s twisted take on the traditional Filipino bamboo hut. Perfectly sized for one person or a couple, with comfy queen bed, electric fan and the white sands of the beach as your front garden! Bathrooms are shared.
All DRYFT rooms are ON the beach – be lulled to sleep by the sounds of the waves gently lapping at the shore, and wake up with the birds of paradise.
Puno Pod
Our Puno Pods offer an intimate sanctuary, inviting you to unwind and connect with the beauty of the ocean just steps away. The serenity of these unique, coco-fiber-roofed retreats, featuring walls adorned with white beeswax offer a cozy escape that seamlessly blends sustainable living with breathtaking coastal views. Experience a harmonious balance of eco-luxury and beach charm in these bijou bamboo huts.
Perfectly sized for solo travellers or an intimate couple’s hideaway. Equipped with a comfy queen bed and electric fan.
Glamping Tent
Our beachfront glamping tents offer breathtaking ocean views and are only steps away from the water. The tents have power to charge your devices and come equipped with a fan. You'll fall asleep on a plush, queen-sized bed to the sound of the waves lapping at the shore and awaken to the tropical melodies of the island birds.
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
At DRYFT, we are not just another hotel or eco-glamping retreat. Since 2018, we have embodied the tribal essence of the Philippines islands while using recycled fishing nets and other treasure trash with a creative and sustainable edge. Our unique architectural artistry can be seen in the 'mothership' restaurant, hives, bamboo huts, tipi and new Yoga Shala (under construction) that make up our paradise on Darocotan Island.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Serving a unique blend of local and Southeast Asian delicacies with a dash of island flavor, our talented Filipino chefs prepare a select menu of locally sourced food that changes daily.
What's Included
- 10% OFF for next 8 bookings! Code: SIMONEARLY
- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
- 6 hours of yoga workshops per day with Simon
- x1 traditional Filipino massage (60 mins)
- Yoga mats, blocks, blankets, straps & bolsters
- Delicious Breakfasts. Lunches & Dinners
- Herbal tea/coffee/filtered water
- Accommodation
- Free return shuttle transfer from El Nido town
- Plenty of free time to dryft into relaxed, island yoga life!
- Snorkelling equipment
What's Not Included
- Flights and visa (if required)
- Lunch / snacks
- Bar drinks
- Private tuition
- Extra massage treatments
- Optional extra workshops
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