Wellness & Art Program at Lucky Bansko SPA & Relax
At Lucky Bansko SPA & Relax, we believe that true rest is a harmony between caring for the body and inspiring the soul. That’s why we created our new Wellness & Art packages – a special experience that combines relaxation in a luxurious SPA center with creative activities in the cozy atmosphere of the hotel.
Whether you choose a refreshing massage, a warm sauna, or a glass of wine with a brush in hand during our art workshops, every moment is an invitation to reconnect with yourself. A variety of activities await you – from painting and wine to wellness therapies that will help you recharge and tune in to your inner rhythm.
For reservations or more information:
Wellness & Art Program at Lucky Bansko SPA & Relax
This winter, we invite you to discover a unique blend of wellness, creativity, and deep relaxation – thoughtfully designed for your comfort and inner balance.
Who leads the practices?
Ekaterina Vassileva is a certified mindfulness and yoga teacher, author, creative soul, and traveler at heart, inspired to create spaces for inner silence, self-exploration, and deep connection with oneself.
She holds degrees in pedagogy and psychology and has also completed a course for sports instructors at the National Sports Academy in Bulgaria. Since 2021, she has been organizing and leading holistic retreats in nature, creative workshops, and meditation courses.
Ekaterina is the author and illustrator of the travel memoir “From Roots to Sky: Getting Lost and Found in India and Nepal”. She is also the creator of one of the first online mindfulness courses in Bulgaria: “Mindfulness Meditation for Inner Peace and Emotional Balance: Over 30 Techniques for Calm Amid Chaos”.
She has been practicing yoga since her teenage years and, following a profound personal transformation, discovered meditation in 2018 at the foothills of the Himalayas. She completed a two-year training program to become a mindfulness meditation instructor with The Awareness Training Institute and the Greater Good Science Center, supported by the University of California, Berkeley. Her personal mentor is Dr. Susan Stone—a Theravāda Buddhist nun—who continues to guide her to this day.
In 2024, Ekaterina completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training (200 YTT) certification at the World Peace Yoga School in Rishikesh, India.
👧 Activities for Adults
For adults…
🧘♀️ Aromatherapy Yin Yoga
What it is: A gentle practice combining long-held Yin Yoga poses and aromatic essential oils for deep relaxation.
Benefits:
- Profound physical and emotional release
- Improved flexibility and muscle recovery
- Inner balance and calm
🧘♂️ Hatha Yoga for Everyone
What it is: A classic yoga practice combining asanas, breathwork (pranayama), and guided relaxation – suitable for all levels.
Benefits:
- Strengthens the body and improves posture
- Reduces stress and tension
- Reconnects you to yourself through mindful movement
💪 Gentle Sculpt Pilates – Energy and Posture
What it is: A dynamic full-body workout focused on strength, core control, and posture.
Benefits:
- Tones and sculpts the muscles
- Improves alignment and stability
- Boosts energy and confidence
🧘♂️ Après-Ski Stretching
What it is: A restorative practice designed specifically to support the body after a full day on the slopes. It combines targeted stretching, gentle mobility exercises, and mindful breathing, focusing on the areas most affected by skiing or snowboarding – legs, hips, back, and lower spine. The session is held at a slow and steady pace, tailored to the individual needs of each participant.
Benefits:
- Reduces muscle fatigue and stiffness after physical exertion
- Supports faster recovery and prevents tension build-up
- Improves flexibility and joint mobility
- Relieves back and lower spine discomfort, bringing lightness and ease
- Prepares the body for another active day on the slopes
🎨🍷 Mandala Painting & Wine – “Colors of My Heart”
What it is: A relaxing evening of mandala painting and a glass of wine – no prior experience needed.
Benefits:
- Reduces mental tension and stress
- Expresses emotions creatively
- Inspires joy and artistic connection
🌸 Henna Art Workshop (Ladies only)
What it is: A cozy creative session where participants paint their skin with natural henna – guided by symbolism and emotion. Every lady leaves the session with unique temporary design on her hands.
Benefits:
- Fosters beauty and inner connection
- Inspires self-expression and creativity
- Memorable feminine bonding experience
🎶 Sound Relaxation with Singing Bowls – “Crystal Journey”
What it is: A sound healing session with crystal bowls and harmonizing instruments.
Benefits:
- Deep relaxation and energy reset
- Nervous system balancing
- Emotional clarity and calm
🌊 Aqua Yoga – Flow and Lightness
What it is: A unique yoga class in a warm pool – combining graceful movements with water resistance.
Benefits:
- Improves breathing, tone, and posture
- Enhances flexibility and core balance
- Provides a sense of ease and “flow” in the body
🏊♀️ Water Gymnastics – Vitality and Grace
What it is: A low-impact aqua workout combining cardio, strength, and stretching – suitable for all fitness levels.
Benefits:
- Strengthens muscles and boosts circulation
- Gentle on joints – ideal for recovery
- Leaves you feeling light, refreshed, and energized
🌸😄 Facial Yoga + Honey Therapy
What it is: A playful face yoga session with facial exercises, floral essences, and nourishing honey care.
Benefits:
- Tones facial muscles and improves elasticity
- Stimulates skin’s natural glow
- Relaxing and fun self-care ritual
👧 Activities for Children (Ages 4–12)
For children…
🧘♀️ Yoga for children
What it is: A joyful yoga adventure with games, breathing, and movement, encouraging balance, imagination, and social interaction.
Benefits:
- Improving coordination and flexibility
- Developing concentration and imagination
- Joy of movement and working in a group
🎨 Creative Art Workshops for Kids
What it is: Exciting hands-on sessions with natural materials, sand art, clay modeling, fabric painting, and more.
Benefits:
- Develops creativity and fine motor skills
- Satisfaction of creating with your hands
- Fun, learning and personal expression all in one
Activities include:
- Textile painting / T-shirt design
- Forest-inspired nature art
- Sand painting
- Framed artwork
- Clay creations
- Plaster figure painting
- Porcelain mug decorating
🎁 Some of the sessions are free for hotel guests.
✅ The program is also open to external visitors with prior booking.
The physical group practices are for up to 15 participants
We are waiting for your advance reservations.
For reservations or more information:
Move your body,
free your mind,
awaken your inner creator.
This winter at Lucky Bansko.