Professional Development in Paradise
Join a 7-night residential programme in Greece designed for health, fitness and wellness professionals seeking education, personal development and meaningful professional connection.
Professional Development Residential Week
Eretria, Greece
Join us for a 7-night residential learning experience for health, fitness and wellness professionals, combining personal development, professional education and business growth in a relaxed coastal environment.
The programme takes place at the beautiful Negroponte Resort Eretria, located on the island of Euboea, approximately one hour from Athens. The resort provides sea-view accommodation, conference facilities, outdoor spaces and a peaceful setting ideal for focused learning and professional networking.
Participants arrive Sunday and depart the following Sunday. Educational sessions take place Monday to Friday, with Saturday dedicated to an excursion day.
The week combines personal development practices, coaching and practitioner education, business development training and networking with like-minded professionals.
The Venue
The Negroponte Resort Eretria is a four-star seaside resort overlooking the South Euboean Gulf.
The resort features:
• Comfortable sea-view accommodation
• Dedicated workshop and conference facilities
• Outdoor spaces for movement sessions
• Swimming pool and beach access
• Mediterranean dining and local cuisine
Its calm coastal setting creates an ideal environment for learning, relaxation and professional connection.
Upcoming Greece Residential
18th-25th October, 2026
£2,250
Payment options available via Klarna
What's included:
7 nights accommodation
All educational sessions
Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
Access to resort facilities
Excursion day activities
Flights not included
Schedule
Monday
8:00 – 8:45am: Personal Development – Meditation Session
9:00 – 10:00am: Breakfast
10:30am – 1:00pm: Business Development – Coaching Skills Masterclass
1:00 – 4:00pm: Lunch / Relaxation Time
4:00 – 6:30pm: Business Development – Applying DNA & Epigenetics Testing to Your Wellness Practice
7:30pm: Dinner
Tuesday
8:00 – 8:45am: Personal Development – Breathwork Session
9:00 – 10:00am: Breakfast
10:30am – 1:00pm: Business Development – Applying Psychological Fitness Coaching to Your Wellness Practice
1:00 – 4:00pm: Lunch / Relaxation Time
4:00 – 6:30pm: Business Development – Applying Sleep Optimisation Coaching to Your Wellness Practice
7:30pm: Dinner
Wednesday
8:00 – 8:45am: Personal Development – Flexibility & Mobility Session
9:00 – 10:00am: Breakfast
10:30am – 1:00pm: Business Development – Applying Stress Resilience Coaching to Your Wellness Practice
1:00 – 4:00pm: Lunch / Relaxation Time
4:00 – 6:30pm: Business Development – Applying Nutrition Coaching to Your Wellness Practice
7:30pm: Dinner
Thursday
8:00 – 8:45am: Personal Development – Vision & Balance Session
9:00 – 10:00am: Breakfast
10:30am – 1:00pm: Business Development – Applying Movement Therapy to Your Wellness Practice
1:00 – 4:00pm: Lunch / Relaxation Time
4:00 – 6:30pm: Business Development – Applying Movement Neurology to Your Wellness Practice
7:30pm: Dinner
Friday
8:00 – 8:45am: Personal Development – Strength & Stability Session
9:00 – 10:00am: Breakfast
10:30am – 1:00pm: Business Development – Applying Strength & Conditioning to Your Wellness Practice
1:00 – 4:00pm: Lunch / Relaxation Time
4:00 – 6:30pm: Business Development – Business Planning Masterclass
Evening: Dinner in a local town near Eretria to celebrate the completion of the programme.
Saturday – Excursion Day
Saturday is reserved for exploring the local region and spending time with fellow participants. Activities may include coastal walks or cycling, vineyard visits, swimming and relaxation, and informal networking with other attendees.
Sunday – Departure
Breakfast and departures following the completion of the residential week.
Meet the teachers
David Sanders
David Sanders is an Applied Movement Neurology Practitioner, Personal Trainer and Stress Resilience Coach specialising in movement science, nervous system training and lifestyle strategies. He works with individuals and professionals to improve health and performance. During the week David will deliver sessions on coaching skills, movement neurology and strength training within a wellness practice.
Wes Pooley
Wez Pooley specialises in DNA, epigenetics and advanced wellness testing. He works with practitioners and performance teams to apply genetic insights to training, lifestyle and wellbeing strategies. During the week he will teach practitioners how to interpret DNA and epigenetic testing and integrate these insights into their wellness practice.
Jo Wortley
Jo Wortley is an experienced Bowen therapist specialising in connective tissue therapy and structural balance. Her work focuses on releasing tension patterns, supporting nervous system regulation and improving movement quality. Jo works with a wide range of clients seeking recovery, improved mobility and overall wellbeing.
Pete Wortley
Pete Wortley is a business coach who works with health and wellness professionals to build sustainable and successful practices. He helps practitioners develop clear strategies, design services that meet client needs and grow profitable businesses. During the week Pete will deliver a business planning masterclass for attendees.
Who this week is for
This residential programme is designed for:
• Personal trainers
• Pilates instructors
• Therapists
• Health coaches
• Wellness practitioners
• Movement professionals
It is ideal for professionals who want to expand their knowledge, develop new services and grow their wellness practice in an immersive learning environment.
Optimum Performance Academy Ltd
2026
Professional Development in Paradise
Join a 7-night residential programme in Greece designed for health, fitness and wellness professionals seeking education, personal development and meaningful professional connection.
Professional Development Residential Week
Eretria, Greece
Join us for a 7-night residential learning experience for health, fitness and wellness professionals, combining personal development, professional education and business growth in a relaxed coastal environment.
The programme takes place at the beautiful Negroponte Resort Eretria, located on the island of Euboea, approximately one hour from Athens. The resort provides sea-view accommodation, conference facilities, outdoor spaces and a peaceful setting ideal for focused learning and professional networking.
Participants arrive Sunday and depart the following Sunday. Educational sessions take place Monday to Friday, with Saturday dedicated to an excursion day.
The week combines personal development practices, coaching and practitioner education, business development training and networking with like-minded professionals.
The Venue
The Negroponte Resort Eretria is a four-star seaside resort overlooking the South Euboean Gulf.
The resort features:
• Comfortable sea-view accommodation
• Dedicated workshop and conference facilities
• Outdoor spaces for movement sessions
• Swimming pool and beach access
• Mediterranean dining and local cuisine
Its calm coastal setting creates an ideal environment for learning, relaxation and professional connection.
Upcoming Greece Residential
18th-25th October, 2026
£2,250
Payment options available via Klarna
What's included:
7 nights accommodation
All educational sessions
Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
Access to resort facilities
Excursion day activities
Flights not included
Schedule
Monday
8:00 – 8:45am: Personal Development – Meditation Session
9:00 – 10:00am: Breakfast
10:30am – 1:00pm: Business Development – Coaching Skills Masterclass
1:00 – 4:00pm: Lunch / Relaxation Time
4:00 – 6:30pm: Business Development – Applying DNA & Epigenetics Testing to Your Wellness Practice
7:30pm: Dinner
Tuesday
8:00 – 8:45am: Personal Development – Breathwork Session
9:00 – 10:00am: Breakfast
10:30am – 1:00pm: Business Development – Applying Psychological Fitness Coaching to Your Wellness Practice
1:00 – 4:00pm: Lunch / Relaxation Time
4:00 – 6:30pm: Business Development – Applying Sleep Optimisation Coaching to Your Wellness Practice
7:30pm: Dinner
Wednesday
8:00 – 8:45am: Personal Development – Flexibility & Mobility Session
9:00 – 10:00am: Breakfast
10:30am – 1:00pm: Business Development – Applying Stress Resilience Coaching to Your Wellness Practice
1:00 – 4:00pm: Lunch / Relaxation Time
4:00 – 6:30pm: Business Development – Applying Nutrition Coaching to Your Wellness Practice
7:30pm: Dinner
Thursday
8:00 – 8:45am: Personal Development – Vision & Balance Session
9:00 – 10:00am: Breakfast
10:30am – 1:00pm: Business Development – Applying Movement Therapy to Your Wellness Practice
1:00 – 4:00pm: Lunch / Relaxation Time
4:00 – 6:30pm: Business Development – Applying Movement Neurology to Your Wellness Practice
7:30pm: Dinner
Friday
8:00 – 8:45am: Personal Development – Strength & Stability Session
9:00 – 10:00am: Breakfast
10:30am – 1:00pm: Business Development – Applying Strength & Conditioning to Your Wellness Practice
1:00 – 4:00pm: Lunch / Relaxation Time
4:00 – 6:30pm: Business Development – Business Planning Masterclass
Evening: Dinner in a local town near Eretria to celebrate the completion of the programme.
Saturday
Saturday is reserved for exploring the local region and spending time with fellow participants. Activities may include coastal walks or cycling, vineyard visits, swimming and relaxation, and informal networking with other attendees.
Sunday
Breakfast and departures following the completion of the residential week.
Meet the teachers
David Sanders
David Sanders is an Applied Movement Neurology Practitioner, Personal Trainer and Stress Resilience Coach specialising in movement science, nervous system training and lifestyle strategies. He works with individuals and professionals to improve health and performance. During the week David will deliver sessions on coaching skills, movement neurology and strength training within a wellness practice.
Wez Pooley
Wez Pooley specialises in DNA, epigenetics and advanced wellness testing. He works with practitioners and performance teams to apply genetic insights to training, lifestyle and wellbeing strategies. During the week he will teach practitioners how to interpret DNA and epigenetic testing and integrate these insights into their wellness practice.
Jo Wortley
Jo Wortley is an experienced Bowen therapist specialising in connective tissue therapy and structural balance. Her work focuses on releasing tension patterns, supporting nervous system regulation and improving movement quality. Jo works with a wide range of clients seeking recovery, improved mobility and overall wellbeing.
Pete Wortley
Pete Wortley is a business coach who works with health and wellness professionals to build sustainable and successful practices. He helps practitioners develop clear strategies, design services that meet client needs and grow profitable businesses. During the week Pete will deliver a business planning masterclass for attendees.
Who this week is for
This residential programme is designed for:
• Personal trainers
• Pilates instructors
• Therapists
• Health coaches
• Wellness practitioners
• Movement professionals
It is ideal for professionals who want to expand their knowledge, develop new services and grow their wellness practice in an immersive learning environment.