🌿🥾 Büyükada Nature Walk & Breathing Experience
How about stepping away from the rush of the day, moving through nature, and taking some time to reconnect with your breath?
During this experience, we will complete an approximately 10 km moderately challenging route through the beautiful landscapes of Büyükada. As the sun begins to set, we will also explore diaphragmatic breathing practices designed to help us reconnect with both body and mind.
While moving through nature, we will become more aware of our breath, practice staying present, and enjoy a sunset walk together while meeting new people along the way.
ℹ️ Participation is free. Capacity is limited to 15 participants.
📅 Event Details
- Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
- Time: 16:55 - 21:45
- Location: Büyükada, Istanbul
- Route: Approximately 10 km
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Participation: Free
- Capacity: 15 participants
- Application Deadline: Tuesday, August 25, 2026
- Volunteer Hike Leader: Fatih Batman
🌿 What Awaits You?
- Breath Awareness: Practical exercises for more conscious and effective breathing
- Diaphragmatic Breathing: Learning how to use diaphragmatic breathing in everyday life
- Stress and Relaxation: Exploring how breathing can influence stress and mental relaxation
- Movement in Nature: Practicing presence while walking through Büyükada’s natural surroundings
- Sunset Experience: Enjoying the island landscape as the sun sets
- Social Connection: Meeting new people and sharing the experience as a group
👥 Who Can Join?
- Anyone who enjoys nature walks
- Those interested in breath awareness
- Anyone looking for a short break from the pace of city life
- Participants who are comfortable completing an approximately 10 km route of moderate difficulty
- Anyone who would like to meet new people and spend time together in nature
👟 Volunteer Hike Leader: Fatih Batman
Fatih Batman, 28, works as a software engineer at a bank. Alongside his professional career, he actively takes part in volunteering activities and social responsibility projects.
He has previously volunteered with Yeşilay and Yücel Cultural Foundation and has also taken an active role in organizing various volunteer activities.
Seeing nature walks as an important way to stay physically active and mentally refreshed, Batman will support the group throughout the walk, helping create a safe, enjoyable, and harmonious experience. 🌿
🎒 Notes for Participants
- Comfortable clothing suitable for walking is recommended.
- Please wear comfortable, non-slip footwear suitable for a nature walk.
- We recommend bringing enough water for the duration of the activity.
- The event includes an approximately 10 km walk of moderate difficulty.
- Local transportation, meals, and personal expenses are the responsibility of participants.
💫 Why Should You Join?
- Step away from the rush of the day and spend time in nature
- Become more aware of your body and breath while moving
- Experience diaphragmatic breathing practices that you can bring into everyday life
- Discover Büyükada’s natural beauty at sunset
- Meet new people and share an enjoyable outdoor experience
✨ Notes
- The event is organized under the leadership of Yücel Cultural Foundation (YKV) in collaboration with Yırtık Ayakkabı.
- Participation is free.
- Capacity is limited to 15 participants.
- Local transportation, meals, and personal expenses must be covered by participants.
Join us to slow down at sunset, move through nature, and create a little more space for your breath. 💚
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