Retreat Sailing 2026 – Kevin James Music

From the 12th – 19th September 2026

Kos (Greece)

Spend a week sailing the Dodecanese, letting the sea, the wind, and the power of music/mantras guide you from island to island.

The blue, the adventure, the remoteness, and the unique relaxed character of the Greek culture, really sparked a passion in us from our very first time we sailed in this part of the world. There’s nothing like the silence of cutting the engine and feeling our floating temple traverse the waters with ease.

After a long break since 2017 we are really excited to be returning to these beautiful islands again to share this journey with you.

Join us on this adventure sailing with us through the Aegean and immerse yourself in the joy and healing of mantras and Heartsongs, carried by the rhythm of the waves and the beauty of the islands

Sailing through Greece is an experience that can bring us in close connection with the present moment.

We can easily feel that the beauty and tranquility gives a sense of freedom from wanting anything more.

This is part of the magic, with our chanting, voice activation, and the sense of adventure giving us a break from our daily lives to recalibrate our compass and remember our authentic selves, to receive inspiration and have a great time together, sailing this beautiful island paradise.

What is this retreat about?

Imagine..

You’re on a beautiful and spacious Catamaran, with the warm afternoon Sun on your face, the cool breeze in your hair and the gentle sounds of the boat gliding through the water.

This turquoise blue Mediterranean sea is our world for a whole week, providing a refuge where we can truly feel supported to just be.

We approach a little bay with a small local Village, unchanged for decades, our captain knows the island well, with two decades of experience in these waters, he will guide us to his favourite Taverna for our evening meal, there’s maybe three or four of them, all competing to give the best local Greek cuisine experience.

Afterwards we take an evening walk through the village with it’s cute little paths, all painted white, with bougainvillea’s candy coating brilliant colours, it feels like we’re a world away.

Your days are filled with sailing, swimming, and diving off the boat at sunrise, with occasional adventures on land to explore hidden gems like monasteries, ruins, or hot springs. We gather for music in small chapels or on the beach, and spontaneous singing often arises as we sail. Each morning begins with chanting and gentle voice-opening meditations, setting the tone for the day.

All in all, as you tuck into your comfy cabin at night and are gently rocked to sleep, you thank yourself for taking this opportunity to be fully alive.

There’s nothing like it.

We’re so happy to be offering this to you.

Let the sea and the songs guide you to free your heart and reconnect your natural state of joy and happiness

The itinerary

The trip will start on Saturday, 12th of September 2026, at 1.00 pm. We’ll meet at the Marina of Kos island to share lunch together, and then head to the boat around 5.00 pm

We will be departing the Island of Kos in the Dodecanese Island archipelago and spending the next weeks exploring some truly wonderful bays, harbours and “secret” spots.

Our sailing adventure can unfold in two possible directions — north or south from Kos. Both routes offer breathtaking landscapes, hidden bays, and charming villages to discover along the way.

The exact itinerary will depend on the wind and sea conditions, so we will remain flexible and decide together as we go. This way, the journey can flow naturally with the elements, allowing us to embrace the adventure and make the most of what each day brings.

The sailing retreat will end on Saturday, 19th September 2026 at 9.00 am, returning back to Kos marina (we will stay the previous night already in the harbor of Kos).

Life on the catamaran

We will be using a modern sailing catamaran with all the comforts with a capacity of total 12 people. You will sleep on board every night. Some nights we will spend in quaint harbours while others will be in deserted bays.

This is a great way to travel around the area. The island are relativley close, leaving more time for on land exploration, swimming, eating and soaking up the Greek sun. Your skipper Damon Mitchel has been sailing in this area for 20 years and knows these islands intimately.

We will be singing spontaneously on the boat every day as well as other spaces (flute meditations in the churches for example) and Kevin will be sharing his morning sessions of AUMs and toning through the chakras.

Each day we’ll share breakfast and lunch prepared on the boat, and in the evenings we’ll gather to enjoy the charm and flavors of a greek local taverna.

The catamaran

We will be sailing the Greek islands aboard a spacious Lagoon 50 catamaran. Designed for both comfort and adventure, this beautiful vessel will be our floating home throughout the retreat.

The Lagoon 50 comfortably accommodates up to 12 guests, offering a mix of shared cabins and single cabins, depending on your preference and availability. Bathrooms are shared among participants.

Wide decks are perfect for singing or simply gazing at the horizon, while the open lounge spaces create the ideal setting for meals, music, and connection.

Equipped with solar panels, the catamaran makes use of clean energy to support our journey at sea. There are also power outlets in the cabins and shared spaces, so you can charge your phone or other small devices when needed. A small dinghy (tender boat) is available to take us to shore whenever we anchor near the islands.

Stable, elegant, and welcoming, this catamaran is not just a boat—it’s a moving sanctuary that will carry us gently from island to island, surrounded by the beauty of the Aegean.

Price

SHARED DOUBLE CABIN

2.580 €

SINGLE CABIN

2.980 €

What is included?

What is not?

How to register

Dear friend, the Way of the Heart Sailing Greece 2026 is now fully booked.

If you still feel called to join, you’re welcome to join the waiting list, and we’ll get in touch if a place becomes available

Join the waiting list

Here are the steps to register:

Complete the application form to book your place here.
We will review your application and respond by email within 2–3 days, providing you with further details about the retreat as well as instructions for the deposit payment (500 €). To make it easier, the retreat fee is divided into three payments: the initial deposit, a second installment, and the final balance before the retreat.
Once the deposit is received, your spot will be confirmed and you can book your flights to Kos.

Meet the crew

Kevin James & Susana

Kevin James is an experienced Chant leader who travels continuously sharing his presence and heartfelt voice with people from many different cultures and religions throughout the world.

Practicing Bhakti Yoga (The yoga of devotion) since his first visit to India in 1990, Kevin weaves ancient Mantra’s with his own prayers and hearts song, he draws upon influences from traditional Indian Kirtan, Bhajans, Celtic and Sufi chants mixed with his own Heartsongs, western folk sounds and world instruments.

Since 2003, he has been leading chanting circles in and around the world as he travels the globe sharing his vision of heart centered connection and oneness.

Susana Rodriguez is originally from Spain and Kevin met in 2016 in Corfu, soon after, they began their life journey together.

Susana is playing the Harmonium and singing with Kevin. Also is on hand with general support as well as sharing her water therapy sessions called Aguahara.

In 2012 Kevin first started to organize and hold retreats in different parts of the world. Now, he and Susana, choose carefully different locations that support their intention to create the ultimate experience for people to reconnect to their heart.

Damon Mitchel (our skipper)

Damon Mitchel has been sailing in the Greek Islands for 20 years and knows these areas intimately.

With Damon as our captain, we not only navigate the waters safely, but also discover the most magical, untouched places that few tourists ever see.

His presence brings a sense of trust, calm, and adventure to the journey — the perfect guide for a week at sea.

And in addition, he has been practicing a form of Ashtanga yoga for over a decade and anyone who wishes is welcome to join his practice during the trip.

What previous participants say about our retreats

“The way of the heart isn’t just a title for a retreat, it is exactly what it is all about. A deep journey of self-reconnection with the heart and of sharing it with others’ hearts. In chanting circles profound feelings arise, singing together helps to release and let go, be it with tears or with untainted dancing, and when you experience such joyful freedom, you can only feel gratitude to be alive and to live a moment worth a lifetime, bowing down to feel the way of the heart.”

Ilaria Scarso ( The Way of the Heart 2024)

“The retreats with Kevin and Susana are always filled with light, love and laughter. This combination makes it so deep going. We dive deep into the divine, opening our hearts but always with a fine sense of humor. In this week I felt so deep connected with myself, with nature and divine and with the group as never before. My trust in life was strengthend and the way of my heart showed up clearly.
And beside all the deep going experiences it also was fun singing and dancing playfully and lively. Thanks to Kevin and Susana for this fantastic retreat.”

Tina Elay (The way of the Heart 2022)

“I just returned from the 6-day retreat and feel deeply nourished by the profound journey you took us on. You have the gift of creating such a deep and powerful sacred space, in which we all could dive into the vastness of our own being and bring forward radiant pearls.

I have been working with soundhealing for over 25 years and am deeply moved by the power of your work. Simple, direct, highly transformative and above all, pure medicine for the heart and soul. My deepest gratitude!”

Roel Crabbe (The Way of the Heart 2021)

Our philosophy

What we've found is that the combination of chanting mantras, doing yoga, having a sense of community, enjoying relaxing time, eating healthy and immersing in nature for several days is the perfect recipe to facilitate a true positive transformation within yourself.

Since I started offering chanting retreats in 2012, every year, at each retreat, I’ve seen a profound positive transformation occur in each person which has inspired me to refine and define these retreats to support this in every way and every year, it just gets better.

As you may have experienced, Mantra music has a healing force that helps you connect with your heart, gain mental clarity and raise your vibration. Once you feel that connection, you can heal and release whatever you need, and as a consequence, feel more inner peace and harmony in your life.

We respect each participant for who they are and where they are at, simply offering support, with the freedom for they to choose, because we recognise that each of us grows in our own way and in our own time. We just provide the best we can to help you grow.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Practical information

How do I register?

Here are the steps to register:

Complete the application form to book your place.

We will review your application and respond by email within 2–3 days, providing you with further details about the retreat as well as instructions for the deposit payment.
Once the deposit is received, your spot will be confirmed and you can book your flights to Kos.

Recommended items to bring

Loose and light clothing, torch (if you have), mosquito repellent, driving license (in case you want to rent local transportation), water bottle, hat, personal toiletries (preferable organic), a warmer layer for the cooler evenings, comfortable walking shoes are useful for land excursions, sunglasses. A quick-dry towel and a small backpack or dry bag will also be very handy.

Space on the boat is limited, so we recommend packing in a soft bag or backpack rather than a hard suitcase.

Getting to Kos and the marina

By plane

Kos International Airport (KGS) receives direct flights from many European cities.

From the airport to the marina: Kos Island Marina is about 30km from the airport. You can easily take a taxi from there.

By ferry

If you are already on another Greek island, Kos is connected by ferry to destinations like Kalymnos, Rhodes, and other islands in the Dodecanese.

Do I need sailing experience to join?

Not at all. No previous sailing experience is required, just a sense of adventure and openness to the journey.

Language

The retreat is held in English.

Can I travel alone?

Of course! A lot of the people who participate in our retreats come alone. It is a great opportunity to meet like-minded people with similar interests and are in the same vibration. We have so many friends from retreats who are friends for life.

You will share a cabin with someone of the same gender, or you can opt for a private cabin. Couples are also welcome and they will get their own cabin.

Cancellation fees

Sometimes plans change – in such circumstances, the following charges apply to cover costs already incurred with the processing of your booking:  50% charge of the first payment applies if a booking is canceled before June 1st, 2026. After this date no refund is possible, but you may transfer your booking to another person.

In the unlikely event that we are forced to cancel the retreat, all payments made will be fully refunded.