Holiday Facilitators: Claire Healy
skill, experience, warmth
Biography
Claire Healy is a musical director, composer, actor and performer, who has worked across the globe. She is currently the Musical Director/Keyboards for the Australian tour of Six the Musical, and was Musical Director/Piano for the Australian premiere of Well Behaved Women at the Hayes Theatre (Sydney) in 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music Theatre from the Ballarat Arts Academy, and a Master of Music in Interactive Composition from the Victorian College of the Arts (VCA).
She composed music for the Irish national tour of the critically acclaimed Low Level Panic, directed by Justin Martin (Prima Facie, The Inheritance) and assisted on the development of Black Balloon the Musical at the Bush Theatre UK. Claire's original solo cabarets have toured internationally, selling out shows in Edinburgh, Adelaide and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
As an actor, Claire appeared alongside Miriam Margolyes in The Lady in the Van with Melbourne Theatre Company, and has toured throughout the UK with Frantic Theatre Co.
Claire is also a passionate educator and workshop leader, with a firm belief that everyone has a musical side, and it should be explored and nurtured with joy!
What people say about Claire and her courses:
Claire’s ukulele course was very good. I've finally got to grips with the chords!
Singing with Claire - good fun!
Excellent.
Great.
Where does Claire Healy facilitate?
Sat 5 Jul - Sat 12 Jul 2025 (7 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. Richard Layzell is directing this holiday.
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
To travel to Skyros island you need to fly to Athens as there are no direct flights to this beautiful, unspoilt island.
Fly to Athens on the day before your holiday begins, ie Friday. Join our overland transfer to Skyros island including a night with us in Central Athens.
Return on the last day of the holiday, ie Saturday. If you book our overland transfer, you can book a flight home from Athens after 3pm.
