The Aegean Center for the Fine Arts founded and established in Paros over 40 years ago continues its tradition in offering small-group intensive study in the fine arts. Study abroad programs for university students fall & spring.
+30 22840 23287 | Parikia, Old Town, Market Street
An interesting study abroad program justified by the abundance of sites with archaeological and natural interest in the Aegean Sea; courses in Archaeology, Marine Archaeology, Marine Biology, Environmental Studies, Nautical Studies, Scuba Diving Instruction.
+30 22840 43347 | +30 6932 289649 | Golden Beach
A non-profit organization which treats and rehabilitates wild birds and mammals. Also active in protecting natural wildlife habitats and in encouraging the protection of the fauna. Member of the European Wildlife Rehabilitation Association. The centre is in need of volunteers all year round and offers accommodation.
+30 22840 22931 | +30 6944 741616 | Kamares
Sailing cruises in the Greek Islands onboard self-owned Pahi 53' catamarans. Archipel Club, established in 1962, is based on Paros and offers 2 formulas: cabin charter, for couples or singles, and Catamaran Charters with or without skipper, for groups of up to 8 persons with custom-made cruises. Departures from Paros, Athens or other ports on request.
+30 22840 22874 | +30 6932 632721 | N/A
Painting, drawing and printmaking classes in week-long programs, designed to study practical elements of painting & drawing such as color theory and composition while helping students to develop a personal approach and expression.
+30 22840 25331 | N/A
Football & sports association of the village of Marmara, currently running football teams for Men, Teenagers, Kids and Juniors. Also, Women's Volleyball team. • Asteras Marmaron football field is located on the outskirts of Marmara village.
+30 22840 41126, 41862 | Marmara
AWAKE is a team of young & enthusiastic professionals, offering a wide range of water-sports & activities: water-skiing, wakeboarding, snorkelling, canoeing etc. with rentals & lessons, at Punda Beach & Farangas Beach. Also guided tours for hiking and mountain biking around Lefkes and bicycle rentals. Activities packages available. Special lessons for children.
+30 6936 529301, 6936 529302 | Pοunda Beach / Farangas Beach / Lefkes
Fashion and water-sports, for men, women and kids. A windsurfer's favourite, offers trendy brand clothes (roxy, quicksilver, ref, rip curl..) and water sports gear.
+30 22840 42757 (Asteras), 28625 (Naoussa) | Naoussa, Central Square / Asteras
Blue Island Divers dive center & shop in Antiparos have been running PADI courses for over 10 years. Conducting both boat and shore diving, they can cater for individual or group trips for scuba dives or snorkelling, stating that "we can take you to places only visited by us." • At their shop in Market street, you can find all kinds of diving equipment, wetsuits etc.
+30 22840 61767 | +30 6983 159452 | Antiparos Town: Market Stree / Seafront road
One of the oldest and best preserved Christian monuments in the world, built in the Byzantine times, bears many legends and boasts on its rare icons. Pieces from former ancient temple are seen inside the church and the courtyard where the church's Byzantine Museum is also located.
+30 22840 21243, 24807 | Parikia, Ekatontapyliani Square
Enjoy the underwater world in a relaxing way! Guided dives and snorkelling in small groups with high professional standards and respect to the environment. Introductory experiences and all PADI courses in many languages. Well-trained center for the special PADI diving courses for children (8-15 years old).
+30 22840 91008 | +30 6975 923156 | Aliki, Seafront street
Hand-made miniatures of important Cycladic buildings and everyday life places of the old times. Mr.Benetos Skiadas also exhibits models of important historic ships from the ancient times to recent history. Open May - September.
+30 6944 817899 | road to Aliki
Bicycle parts, accessories, repairs, sales and rentals. The only bicycle store in Paros, run by devoted bikers who may also give you information on bike & mountain bike routes for Paros & Antiparos. Co-organizers of various local cycling races.
+30 22840 51026 | Naoussa, Crossroad above Piperi
Ballet classes - beginner to pre-professional with Royal Academy of Dance system. Also modern dance classes and visiting teachers. Classes for kids & adults. The dance hall is available for rent to dance groups & teachers for seminars.
+30 22840 22816 | Parikia, Sinikismos
Wim Drion is a Dutch painter who lives on Paros from April to November. He organizes art courses.
+31 20 6200164 | +30 6939 667664 | Parikia, Old Town, Kastro
"Ef" runs experiential workshops in Paros, for educators, parents, therapists and everyone who wishes to live a happy healthy life. Seminars include: reflexology, thearical improvisation, music and movement, story-telling, crafts and more.
+30 22840 24495 | +30 6944 655200 | Parikia / Naoussa
Windsurf center offering lessons for all ages, beginner & advanced, rentals, storage and sales. Also, catamaran rentals & lessons. Kayak & sup rentals. Beach volleyball by the center. • Open: May - October daily. Special rentals or courses may be available other times.
+30 22840 41789 | +30 6944 645440 | Golden Beach
7-day and 10-day cruises in the Cyclades, in exclusive or gay friendly sailing boats.xx
+30 22840 28033-5 | +30 6938 501807 | N/A
He is a painter from Holland, living half of the year on Paros. He gives painting workshops in the summer. Often exhibits in the Netherlands, Greece and Germany.
+30 6932 505439 | Aliki
HISA is an accredited study abroad program that offers full semester and year courses in the arts and humanities at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Check out their website for the programs currently offered.
+30 6948 516797 | Parikia, Old Town, Market Street
Charter a sailing boat and/or plan a custom-made cruise in the Cyclades as well as other islands of the Aegean & the Ionian Sea. A company with many years of experience, also offering full yacht services on Paros.
+30 22840 23625 | Parikia, Livadia, Marina
John Perry (Prem) offers massage and healing body work for pain and tension relief, yoga sessions and self-healing techniques. Individual and group sessions. More than 15 years of experience. Sessions in Greek and English.
+6986 479 566 | N/A
Karate & Kobudo courses for all ages.
+30 22840 24950 | Parikia
Operating since 1990, Kokou offers horse riding lessons for children & adults and organized horseback tours in the countryside for experts & beginners. Recommended by major travel guides. Transport available.
+30 22840 51818 | +30 6944 174998 | Ambelas
Enjoy cooking Greek dishes with Mama Margarita, at Margarita Studios in Ambelas village, located very close to the sea. Package includes 2 nights' accommodation, breakfast, dinner and lessons. Available in June, July & September.
+30 22840 52362, 52365, 24472 | Ambelas
Drawing, painting, ceramics, handicrafts, video art and more. For children (starting at 2 years old) to adults.
+30 22840 24818 | Parikia-Kamares Road
The Paros Municipal Library offers a well-structured collection of Greek books and magazine subscriptions for kids and adults. Also available: some books & magazine titles in various languages. Internet access for members. Guided online searches in other libraries. The library holds the largest collection on books on the Cyclades. Also: an original collection of various videos and recordings on Paros & the Cyclades.
+30 22840 28233 | Parikia, Old Town
Aiming in providing an overview of what life used to be like in the Aegean Islands, this private collection includes objects such as: tools, building elements, rocks, pottery, furniture, instructive drawings, photographic reports and a library. Open April to October.
+30 22840 41827, 42398 | Lefkes, inside "Lekes Village" Hotel
The Municipal Music School offering lessons on various musical instruments, music theory, choir, Orff system for pre-school kids. Classes for all ages.
+30 22840 22038 | Parikia, Agia Anna
Presenting more than a hundred and fifty dancers in nine groups, it offers a broad range of lessons mainly on folk Greek dance for all ages and throughout the year, in various villages. Also runs a heare and choir group. Special group courses also on request.
+30 22840 52284, 51724 | Naoussa, Periferic
An educational programme aimed at offering children 3-12 years old the possibility of learning English fluently in a creative and entertaining way. Activities include: sports, cooking, arts, gardening, storytelling, games, computers, science, electronic gym. Arrange to suit: by the day, week or month
+30 22840 22850 | +30 6974 396483 | Parikia, Livadia, Synikismos
Offers sailing yacht charters 30-131ft skippered or bareboat charters direct from Naoussa Paros; custom-made routes. Also available: one day tours with sailing lessons, sailing boat parking and repair services.
+30 22840 52646 | +30 6942 772023 | Naoussa, Marina
The local expert for scheduled cruises around the Greek Islands and Turkey, and sailing with activities such as trekking , photography, rafting, canoeing and more. Yacht charters and cruise packages for all tastes.
+30 22840 28033 - 5 | +30 6938 501807 | N/A
Athletic and Cultural association, based in Naoussa. It currently runs football and volley ball teams and a football academy for kids. It also organizes various cultural events throughout the year, including theatre, concerts, traditional feasts etc. • Nireas has its own football field and a cultural hall with a theatre stage.
+30 22840 53530 (office), 53143 (footbal field), 52627 (cultural hall) | Naoussa
Octopus Sea Trips offers adventure holidays and educational activity programmes for children, families, groups and individual guests: snorkel diving, educational boat trips (archaeology, sea discovery). Unaccompanied children and teenagers may join the activities. Special programmes for schools & colleges.
+30 22840 43347 | +30 6932 757123 | Golden Beach
Okreblue offers a 140m² outdoor shaded platform where it runs daily Tai Chi & yoga lessons. Also Yoga Retreats Workshops. The platform is also available for your own workshops on request.
+30 22840 53249 | +30 6947 922625 | Naoussa, Santa Maria
Body building, fitness and classes in aerobic & step, Pilates, yoga, kick-boxing, dance and more, on a monthly or per lesson basis. Open throughout the day, all year round.
+30 22840 22233 | Parikia, Livadia
Daily trips to southern Naxos & Koufonisia Islands on the sailing boat "Ritsaki" for adults & kids. Spend a whole day in the sea with frequent stops for swimming & snorkelling in places only reached by boat - ouzo & lunch on board.
+30 6972 714951 | Pisso Livadi, Marina
Paros Animal Welfare Society has been active on Paros Island since 1995 and became an official body in 1999. It remains the only organization involved with the welfare of animals under human care. PAWS aims to rehome unwanted dogs and help neighborhoods manage their stray cat communities. It also monitors and reports any animal abuse and recommends good practices.
+30 22840 44001 | Tripiti
The only day camp for children in Paros. In a protected area, run by experienced professionals, this camp offers day activities for kids 7-14 years old: swimming, beach volley, beach soccer, sea exploration, canoe, water sports, horseback riding, theatrical games, film creation and more. Duration 1-4 weeks. Optional daily kids pick-up and drop-off.
+30 22840 24495, 23425 | +30 6944 655200, 6936 906626 | Naoussa, Camping Santa Maria
Computer school for basic skills up to specialized courses & certifications. Classes for kids and adults.
+30 22840 22242 (Parikia), 28792 (Aliki), 28645 (Parikia), 61021 (Antiparos) | Parikia / Naoussa / Antiparos / Aliki
Summer open air dance floor next to the beach. Michael & Bettina, international competition dancers, offer custom-made lessons in Rumba, Samba, Argentinean Tango & other Latin dances; daily Pilates, for children & adults of all levels.
+30 6979 353401 | Golden Beach
An intensive study abroad program on music, featuring courses in composition, improvisation, music analysis and 20th century musicology that aims to introduce students to a plethora of technical skills & technical strategies for making music, either as composers or improvisers.
+30 6934 946750 | no location
An international, intensive jazz course for music students and musicians in collaboration with the National Conservatory of Paris (CRR), taking place in the traditional village of Lefkes. Daily program includes 7 hours of classes in the instrument of your choice and workshops for small ensembles. Also evening jam sessions and professional concerts.
+30 6934 338578 | Lefkes
Full kiteboard and windsurf services: rentals, lessons, repairs, storage. • Κite & windsurf shop with equipment, wetsuits etc. • Also runs a funky beach bar with drinks, juices, large selection of beer and light meals to enjoy watching the athletes performing right in front.
+30 6977 003855 | Parikia, Pounda
Run by the Paros Nautical Association, well-known for its award-winning athletes, the Sailing School offers private and group lessons for kids and adults in Optimists, Laser, Topaz and Solution boats as well as Open Sea Sailing courses. Custom-made courses available. Also offers professional swimming lessons for children.
+30 22840 21800 | Parikia, Livadia, Beach
Windsurfing station with quality boards and sails for rent, lessons (from the youngest to the oldest, from beginner to advance).
+30 22840 41778 | New Golden Beach (Tserdakia)
The club has 6 newly constructed synthetic surfaced tennis courts, changing rooms with showers, lockers, mini tennis shop & café – bar. Book a court online. Tennis coaches are available also for both adults & children.
+30 22840 24280 | Parikia, Agia Irini
Tennis courses for children & adults, by the enthusiastic Paros Tennis Association. Professional training for beginners & more accomplished athletes. Also organizes open tennis championships throughout the year.
+30 22840 23259 | +30 6936 503236, 6942 582269 | Parikia, Agia Irini
Lessons to rejuvenate your spirit, body and mind through yoga, meditation, relaxation and sunlight. To feel peace, sun and the blue sea, and enjoy holidays, freedom and well-being. Yoga for beginners and intermediate. People with no previous experience are welcome.
Ambelas
At the seaside Tsoukalia Yoga Studio, Yoga Alliance International certified teacher Irana JiAn and visiting teachers offer a wide range yoga-related practices, in week-long retreats in an isolated seaside villa, specialized weekend workshops and regular classes throughout the year.
+30 6937 375694 | Tsoukalia
Josefine Arvaniti, Health & Exercise scientist offers one to one pilates lessons - adjusted to fit the needs of each individual. Using the Rehabilitation Reformer this is an experience for both mind & body. First session free!
+30 6937 173315 | Parikia, Kalami
Santorineos Travel offers a wide range of services including cars rentals, ferry tickets, motor yachts chartering, excursions, VIP services and luggage deposit.
+30 22840 24245 | Parikia, Port
Art agents present the work of C.P.Seibt, who lives on Paros throughout the year: paintings, objects, installations, art-projects.
+30 22840 23368 | Parikia, Elitas
Study Abroad Greece is a student-friendly, easily-navigated directory, for all those who wish to find study abroad programs in Greece and on one of the Greek islands.
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Windsurfing center with offering rentals, board storage & lessons for all ages and levels. Also available: sea kayaks, water skiing, tubes, kitesurfing lessons.
+30 22840 42900 | +30 6932 737376 | Golden Beach
Tae Kwon Do lessons for kids and adults.
Parikia, Livadia
Tao’s is a retreat & meditation center, over-looking a panoramic view of the Aegean Sea and the neighbouring islands. Tao’s activities include Zen studies with Zen Master Nissim Amon, Yoga lessons, Tai-Chi classes with Spiros Peristeris, daily meditations, massages, personal treatments and wide range of seminars. The Center runs an Asian restaurant & lounge cafe.
+30 22840 28882 | Ambelas, Countryside
The Technofit Health Club is a modern, state of the art gym with all the most up to date equipment. With personal training, PT FitvibExel, PT Infrared therm lipolisis and Hipoxy trainer & Pilates. Open Mon - Sat, all year round.
+30 22840 53314 | 6948 823867 | Naoussa, Vounali
Horse riding activities for children and adults- lessons and trail rides. Also offers horse training, sales and trade and boarding facilities. Families are welcome to visit Thanassis' place, get close to the animals (cows, sheep etc.) and experience farm life in a small village by the sea.
+30 22840 53403 | +30 6998 413813 | Ambelas
A well-qualified & professional diving center, offering PADI Certification in Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Adventure Diver & more. Individual dives include cave, modern & ancient wreck diving. Also underwater archaeology & marine biology courses available for students and groups.
+30 22840 43347 | +30 6932 289649, 6932 757123 | Golden Beach
The Folk Dance Group of Naoussa aims to preserve and transmit the local musical tradition. Offers year-long and short-term Greek dancing lessons for children and adults of all nationalities.
+30 22840 52971 | Naoussa
To the Garden is an ecological project designed and built upon applied principles of Permaculture and Sustainability. It offers a series of internships and workshops in a number of arts, crafts and practical skills and also provides idyllic retreat facilities for the Creative Artist, Writer or Scholar.
+30 22840 91524 | +30 6937 300243 | Aliki & Ageria, Kavaleto
Self-guided and guided walking adventures into the heart of Greek landscape and history. Walking Plus is a locally based walking tour operator on the Cyclades and the only operator offering self-guided walking holidays. Now also on Paros.
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Learn the martial art of Wing Chun with Mr. Alexandros Popis.
6937266130 | Parikia
For the 14th year in a row, Oona Giesen offers 1 week intensive courses/yoga holidays during summer. Also regular winter yoga classes. Small groups of max. 10 persons, so everybody can be corrected. All levels, also beginners. Contact for schedule. Oona has more than 35 years of yoga & 14 years of teaching experience. Associated member of the Society of Yoga Teachers the Netherlands, member of the European Yoga Federation and the International Yoga Federation. • The studio is available for rent to other yoga teachers for own workshops.
+30 6979 351951 | Piso Aliki