Good to Know
The practical side, and your questions answered.
Getting there
Fly into Heraklion. We meet you at the airport and drive along the coast to Plaka, a little over an hour.
- Sunday 30th May
- Fly into Heraklion (HER). Land by 1:30pm: the group transfer leaves at about 2:30pm. Estimated flight budget: circa £700 return, depending on where you fly from.
- Thursday 3rd June
- The transfer back leaves at 11am. Book a flight home after about 2pm. Estimated flight budget: circa £700 return, depending on where you fly from.
- Flights
- Not included. Estimated flight budget: circa £700 return, depending on where you fly from. It's UK half-term week, so book once you've paid, and send us your times first so we can check them.
- By 15th April 2027
- A short guest form: flights, food, injuries, anything we should know.
Good to know
Things you might be wondering, answered by Jade. Anything else? Email hello@empowermehq.com, or message Jade on WhatsApp.
Am I fit enough for this?
Yes. Every session is coached and adapted to you. Come as you are.
I'm fairly new to lifting.
I coach technique from the ground up, so a first barbell and a heavy deadlift can happen side by side.
I'm pregnant, or I've got an injury.
You're welcome, absolutely. Everything is adapted for you. Tell us in your guest form after booking.
I'd be coming on my own.
Most women will. Choose a room of your own, or a shared twin and we’ll pair you thoughtfully.
Is it a weight-loss thing?
No. Nobody weighs in, nobody counts anything, and there's a glass of wine with dinner each night if you'd like one.
Do I have to do everything?
No. Everything is optional. Resting is allowed, and often wise.
I feel guilty spending this on myself.
I know that feeling. You've spent years putting everyone else first. Four nights of training, good food and proper sleep isn't a treat you have to justify. You come home with more to give, not less.
Five days away from the kids feels like a lot.
It is, and it's half-term, so start the childcare conversation early. Most of us are mums too. You're with us Sunday to Thursday, then home.
Can I bring my children?
No. The retreat is adults only, so children can't come along.
I have allergies or dietary needs.
Tell us in your guest form after booking. Allergies and dietary needs are taken into account at every meal.
I'm not flying from London.
From London Gatwick or Berlin, direct flights land in time for the group transfer. From Manchester or Dublin, fly in on the Saturday, or land later on Sunday and take a private transfer, which can be arranged at extra cost. From the US, fly out on the Saturday. Estimated flight budget from the UK: circa £700 return, depending on where you fly from.
Can I pay by bank transfer?
Yes, from a UK bank account, when paying in full. It saves Altr the card fees, which is appreciated. Outside the UK, please pay by card.
What if an instalment doesn't go through?
We'll let you know, and you'll have 5 working days to make the payment.
What if I can't come after booking?
Payments are non-refundable. If you can't come, you can transfer your place to someone else: tell us and we'll arrange it. Travel insurance that covers cancellation is a condition of booking, so please arrange it when you book.
4 nights, 1 table.
A group of women who already know what it means to keep a promise.
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