Holiday Facilitators: Cathy Skora
skill, experience, warmth
Biography
Classes are facilitated by Cathy Skora whose journey in dance exploration spans 20+ years as performer, educator, and workshop facilitator. Foundational work in Dunham and Graham movement studies provided a springboard for utilizing dance to engage and communicate the richness and possibilities of connecting to a deeper consciousness through movement exploration of different cultures. Teaching experience reaches from Buffalo to Bangkok and many points in between!
Cathy has layered her dance studies with a variety of meditation forms including yoga, Qi Qong, and chanting.
Integrating movement, creativity, and spirituality has been a fascinating journey. Cathy is honored to share this exploration process as a workshop facilitator.
Cathy holds an MS in Creative Studies/Change Leadership, State University College at Buffalo, home of the International Center of Studies for Creativity; taught dance in an arts integration program, Elmwood Village Charter School in Buffalo NY; funded Folkloric Productions Dance Co and the Allen Street Dance Studio, and has developed a script writing process for children focusing on global conservation issues utilizing the creative process.
Other passions include travel, scuba diving, finding the perfect snorkel spots and being a part of the Atsitsa Team with Skyros Holidays.
What people say about Cathy and her courses:
Amazing
Inspiring, generous, professional.
Top marks!
Superb, a lovely person and excellent facilitator.
Super dancing course. I think it would get anyone moving.
Where does Cathy Skora facilitate?
Sun 28 Jul - Sat 10 Aug 2024 (13 nights)
At a glance
Atsitsa Bay is a holistic holiday centre set in a stunning, natural location, right on the bay and surrounded by pine forest. With a wide range of courses and activities and an outstanding team of facilitators, it's the perfect place to be inspired and try something new. Skyros co-founder Dina Glouberman is directing this fortnight in Atsitsa.
Find out more about the courses and activities during this week below in What's On.
About
Skyros attracts mostly solo travellers from all over the world. Although all ages are represented approximately 70% are between 35-65. A huge majority - over 80 percent - report that the Skyros holiday experience had a lasting positive effect on their lives. Nearly a third of guests come back again and again - even after they have said that Skyros was the 'holiday of a lifetime'.
Accommodation
Most people choose to live simply and comfortably in twin-shared rustic huts in the gardens. Or stay in Atsitsa's main house, subject to availability. See more about accommodation in Atsitsa here >>
Inspiring Courses
Courses and activities are introduced to you at the beginning of each week. Choose your favourites from a wide range including yoga, writing, art, kayaking, windsurfing, personal development, singing, comedy and more.
Food & Drink
All meals are included and served as a buffet. Special diets are always catered for. Teas and coffees are available throughout the day. Other drinks and snacks can be purchased at Atsitsa's bar.
Guide Itinerary
07.15: Morning drop-in classes
08.30: Breakfast
09.00: Demos (news of the day)
10.30: Oekos (home groups)
11.15: Mid-morning courses
13.30: Lunch
15.00: Siesta/beach time
17.00: Afternoon courses
19.00: Sunset classes
20.00: Dinner & evening activities
Average Temperature
July and August are the hottest months in Skyros with temperatures averaging around 30 degrees Celcius. Light showers are possible but rare.
Location
Summary
What's included?
- More than three courses per day over four to five days each week
- An unrivalled and vibrant community atmosphere
- Fun evening activities and events
- Three delicious Mediterranean meals each day
- Twin shared rustic accommodation in Atsitsa's gardens
What's On
Travel
OUTBOUND
Book your international flight to arrive into Athens on the day before the holiday begins, ie Saturday 27 July. Spend Saturday night with us at our transfer hotel, The Dorian Inn, or alternatively book your own accommodation in Athens.
Our courtesy coach to the Dorian Inn Hotel (which depends on sufficient numbers arriving at a similar time) will leave Athens airport on Saturday promptly at [TBC]. Alternatively, take a taxi or the Metro if your flight is arriving much earlier or after this time. (Dorian Inn Hotel, Pireos 15-19, Athens 105 52, nearest metro = Omonia)
1) Overland transfer by coach and ferry
Our overland transfer will leave the Dorian Inn Hotel on Sunday 28th July at [TBC] and arrive into Kymi at [TBC] to connect with the ferry to Skyros island. Timings dependent on ferry timings.
RETURN
1) Overland transfer by coach and ferry
Our overland transfer will leave at [TBC] for the transfer back to Athens airport on Saturday 10th August (dependent on ferry timings). Book your international flight home for after [TBC] on Saturday 10 August. Timings dependent on ferry timings.