Elafonisos Pilates 2026



Elafonisos Summer Festival 2026

 

Elafonisos Summer Festival 2026 | Your Weekend Escape

Summer doesn't end in August—it simply moves to Elafonisos.

Pilates on one of the world's most breathtaking beaches, SIMOS Beach, swimming in crystal-clear turquoise waters, and relaxing by the beach with unforgettable sunsets, great company, and the relaxed island lifestyle.

Recharge, stay active, or simply escape for a few days; the Elafonisos Summer Festival 2026 offers the perfect blend of wellness, relaxation, and experience.

Elafonisos Island

  • World-renowned destination
  • Beachfront Pilates sessions
  • High-quality experiences with affordable accommodation options
  • September 2026 – because summer deserves an encore.

Extend your summer. Discover Elafonisos. Create memories that last a lifetime.



Elafonisos Summer Festival 2026 | Your Weekend Escape

Friday | Welcome to Paradise

Arrive on the stunning island of Elafonisos, settle into your accommodation, and let the retreat begin.

Ease into the weekend with your first beachfront Pilates session, surrounded by the sound of the sea and the golden afternoon sun. As evening falls, wander down to the picturesque port and enjoy an unforgettable dinner featuring fresh, authentic Greek cuisine and breathtaking views.

The perfect start to a weekend of wellness, movement, and relaxation.


Saturday | Run. Relax. Recharge.

Start your morning with a coffee and light breakfast at the beloved Taratsa Café & Bar, overlooking the picturesque port of Elafonisos.

Then it's time for the Elafonisos Run 2026!

🏃 1 km | 5 km | 10 km
Choose your challenge and experience one of Greece's most beautiful waterfront running routes—from the charming port to the island's world-famous beaches, Simos Beach.

After crossing the finish line, reward yourself with a refreshing swim and spend the afternoon relaxing on Elafonisos' crystal-clear beaches.

As the sun begins to set, reconnect your body and mind during our Sunset Beach Pilates Session, where movement meets one of the world's most spectacular sunsets.

Think you still have energy left?

Join fellow participants for the Festival Party at Taratsa Bar & Café with great music, refreshing drinks, and an unforgettable island atmosphere.


Sunday | Move Before You Leave

Wake up slowly and enjoy the peaceful rhythm of island life.

Complete your weekend with a revitalizing Morning Beach Pilates Session, stretching, strengthening, and reconnecting before heading home feeling refreshed, energized, and inspired.

Leave Elafonisos with unforgettable memories, new friendships, and the feeling that summer doesn't have to end in August.

Extend your summer. Move. Explore. Relax. Experience the Elafonisos Summer Festival 2026.

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DATES:  September 18th to September 20th, 2026

September 18th, 2026

  • Drive down to Elafonisos | Athens to Elafonisos is about 4.5 hours
  • Don't forget to take some photos
  • Check in
  • Enjoy your first afternoon Pilates session 
  • Indulge in dinner by the majestic seaport

September 19th, 2026

  • Race Day!
  • Wake up early and hit the Race - Coastline casual run
  • Book a Pilates group session or enjoy the magnificent Simos Beach!
  • Enjoy the Festival's Party at Taratsa Cafe and Bar

September 20th, 2026

  • Relax by the sea...enjoy the calmness...one last Pilates session to revitalize!

Inclusions 

  • Accommodation
  • Race ticket
  • Medical Staff
  • Fruits
  • Water Bottles

Extra Purchase

Exclusions

  • Additional Tours (extra destinations)
  • Beach towels

Extra Purchase:  Transfer

Departure from Athens Syntagma sq.: Friday the 18th at 14:00

Departure from Elafonisos: Sunday, 20th at 15:00

I’ m a first-time runner can I still take part?
Absolutely. This is a community race, you are running with others, for others. If you need to walk then walk, take in the sights and enjoy the atmosphere, this is about enjoying the race, not becoming a champion. There are two distances to choose from (1, 5 km, 10 km ) so you can choose the race that best suits you. When you take on the challenge, forget about your split times and revel in that finishing line feeling, however long it takes.

What if I’m unable to finish the race?
We will give each participant a total of 2 hours to complete the course. At this time we will collect any runners who are still out on the course and bring them to the finishing line with plenty of water, snacks, and hugs. If at any point you wish to stop, just make it to the next aid station to inform one of our volunteers or, if you want to stop right there, let a fellow runner know to inform him instead. There will be staff observing the course to ensure everyone is alright.

What will the weather be like during the race week?
The middle days of September are close to the heart of the summer in Greece so rain or temperature below 20C would be a big surprise for everyone. In the daytime temperatures are generally in the low 28s, the maximum is usually around 32-35 C. At night it can get down to 21-24C.

Will there be medical support?
Yes, we will have qualified staff for this reason.

Are there water stations along the way?
Water stations will be roughly every 2.5 km. They will be stocked with water and bananas. If you have particular energy bars and drinks that you love then bring them along with you. We advise runners to wear a hat and carry water and energy snacks with them – it’s a course with little shade after all.

Is there a discount for underage students?
There is no discount for underage students as every service you book at the starter price is at its lowest possible price booked for you.


 To participate in the tournament requires full acceptance of the regulations:

  1. Athletes competing should understand that they are moving in the open, exposed to particular weather conditions that will prevail on that particular day of the match.
  2. Men and women of all ages are accepted.
  3. Participants who have not reached 18 years of age are required to submit a statement from their parents.
  4. Valid participation is considered to be valid after it has been paid off financially.
  5. Any participant who decides to cancel/postpone his/her participation is not entitled to a refund.
  6. The rules and the type of events are described on the competition's website, which is an integral part of this regulation.
  7. Participants are obliged to fully comply with the regulations set by the organizer. They are also obliged to obey the suggestions of the individuals (eg. volunteers, reviewers) designated by the organizer. Failure to comply with the regulations or instructions will result in an exclusion penalty, with no refund or any other costs. Any person authorized by the event manager may record any infringement that he has perceived and report it to the event manager.
  8. Any marking of the space provided by the event manager is temporary, intended to serve the participants, and is removed after the event.
  9. Athletes are involved at their own risk and the organizing authority is not responsible for any injuries they may have, as stated in the statement of responsibility or here. However, qualified medical personnel and a fully equipped ambulance will be available. There will also be rescue teams covering the event.
  10. Participants must have been examined by a physician who has judged them capable of participating in the particular event. Medical advice must not be older than 30 days from the last day of the event.
  11. It is strictly forbidden to dispose of any kind of object during the whole event, such as plastic bottles or any other solid or liquid food packaging material used by athletes during the event. Disposal of packaging materials or other non-organic waste anywhere on the route beyond the predetermined, carries an exclusion penalty, no refund, or any other costs.
  12. The event manager undertakes to supervise the field of play with specialized personnel in safety, rescue, and medical assistance to the participants in need. In cases where security personnel and referees indicate to athletes that the event must be stopped for safety reasons, the latter is obliged to obey. Non-compliance means exclusion, no refund, or any other costs.
  13. In case of need, the event manager reserves the right to postpone the start of the event in order not to endanger the physical integrity of the participants. In very extreme conditions he can cancel the event.
  14. Participant exclusion occurs for a) Pollution of the site. b) Inappropriate behavior towards the organizing staff. c) Inappropriate behavior towards the spectators of the event. d) Non-compliance with these Regulations.
  15. The organizers are not responsible for the deaths, injuries, or any damage to the health of the participants who, upon submitting their request for participation, declare that they are aware of the risks involved including those allegedly attributed to the negligent acts or omissions of the foregoing that their health status is good and allows them to participate, and they have recently been examined by a doctor on this subject. However, no participant will be required to submit a medical certificate. They are obliged to perform regular medical checkups to check their health status. The event managers disclaim any responsibility for the physical integrity of the participants, who should behave responsibly at any dangerous points on the route. The organizers disclaim any financial responsibility in the event of outside assistance to any athlete.
  16. Participants consent to be featured in photographs or any other media from the event, which shall be used exclusively to promote the event.
  17. A minimum of sixty percent (60%) capacity must be met for each category or division to take place.
  18. The organizers have the authority to modify the rules and regulations of the event, with no further notice.  

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