Holiday Facilitators: Jo Morley
skill, experience, warmth
Biography
Jo Morley is a experienced working artist, painter and printmaker who is inspired by seeing beauty in the everyday.
A qualified teacher and Art Life Coach, she gently guides people to find their own unique creative way through exploration of materials and techniques. Jo encourages individuals to trust the process, play and follow their intuition to reach original and expressive results.
What people say about Jo and her courses:
Jo - lovely, gentle guiding / teaching / encouraging - great for all levels and offered guidance for improvement rather than just saying all is wonderful. So enjoyed learning this skill, thank you.
All the facilitators are excellent. Jo - so calm.
Lovely atmosphere the whole time..
Jo said 'you just do you'. Her whole course oozed that. Jo was amazing. Such a gentle and encouraging touch, guiding us away from old thought furrows into a new way of seeing and creating.
Jo Morley was first class! The art produced was the best I have ever seen in an Atsitsa art class. Jo's teaching style has inspired me to continue with lino cut and with art in all its forms.
Where does Jo Morley facilitate?
Sat 12 Jul - Sat 19 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.
