Holiday Facilitators: Paula Thomas
skill, experience, warmth
Biography
Paula has been a hairdresser, midwife and a musician to date!
She has been drumming for 30 years in between and after other careers. Paula is also a singer songwriter and plays in a reggae band called Sequoyah. She has worked in many settings including schools, festivals, care homes, SEN settings, recovery circles and much more. She runs Singing Drum circles and Earth song which are a mixture of meditaton, movement, vocal warm-ups and general good vibery!
Paula says that bringing people together is her specialty with a sense of humour added into the mix!
She has also attended the well-known Arthur Hull drum circle facilitation course. Her aim, she says, is to facilitate bringing in your highest power and joyfulness. Music is her passion and medicine and she says this has saved her life going through traumatic times. She wholeheartedly believes in its magical healing powers.
What people say about Paula and her courses:
I loved Paula’s early morning sounding/singing!
Loved Paula’s early morning sessions and afternoon drumming - absolutely brilliant and heart-opening. I feel so much better for having spent time with her.
Paula - early morning sessions were so energising and healing. Paula’s graciousness and kindness have been an absolute gift and flavoured my experience with love.
Paula - kind, uplifting, talented.
Paula's courses were impressive, weaving different skill levels together - fun, responsive and beautiful. But she also gave so much outside of courses - including an approach of making sure everyone is included and cared for.
Loved Paula - endless joy, energy and just a pure Atsitsa soul!
Paula - singing drop-in - warm, open and engaging, multi-talented.
Where does Paula Thomas facilitate?
Sat 23 Aug - Sat 30 Aug 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. Julia Bell 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.