4 Days, Multiple Departures
Let us transport you there for a moment. Imagine a small designer hotel that smells of wood and is set right in the mind-blowing Alpine landscape.
You open the window and invite into the room a tantalising fragrance of wild herbs and fir trees. You nap to the sound of the birdsong as a soundtrack. You practice yoga in a room with an Alpine view to die for.
Your body feels stronger and more toned as you practice yoga twice a day and spend hours outdoors. Your mind is both sharper and softer - the unique effect of regular meditation. You know you are taking care of yourself the best possible way.
If this sounds like you, we've been waiting for you. Join us to experience yoga in the Alps - a place where time stops and nature is all there is.
This yoga retreat is designed for all levels of practitioners including beginners (you'll be asked to practice prior to the retreat), intermediate, and experienced practitioners. During this retreat, you will have an opportunity to experience a variety of approaches to hatha yoga, from elemental vinyasa flow to peaceful hatha with a therapeutic quality as well as a myriad of supportive practices including myofascial release technique and resistance training targeting stabilizing muscles.
Program components of this yoga retreat
Elemental vinyasa flow
Alignment based hatha yoga
In-depth self-myofascial release techniques
Restorative flow
Yin yoga
Pranayama / breath work
Seated meditation - guided and self-guided
Restful yoga nidra (yoga sleep) meditation in savasana
All sessions will be adapted to the participants in the room. You will receive guidance on how to modify poses and lots of individualized attention.
Mountain Saunas
In a cozy spa of our chalet hotel you'll be able to enjoy a variety of mountain saunas (Finnish, Bio, Infrared) and a cozy relaxation area.
Infrared sauna is amazing for deep muscular relaxation and tissue detox - an excellent add-on to our yoga programme!
3-night/4-day yoga retreat package
Stay in a beautiful and comfortable alpine chalet hotel
3 generous buffet breakfasts
3 x restaurant dinners (3-course, gourmet & vegetarian)
The use of yoga space
Rich yoga program featuring 2 yoga and meditation classes with an expert teacher daily
The use of the mountain spa at the hotel
Our location in Bernese highlands (Berner Oberland) is easy to access from any major city in Switzerland and is a short distance from Gstaad. You can then drive or take a train to the village. It’s both a spectacular train ride and drive whichever direction you’re coming from.
You will receive further instructions upon registration.
Food
Included in the retreat fee are generous delicious brunches at the hotel every day featuring lots of scrumptious and fresh local produce as well as vegetarian dinners.
Accommodation
We are staying in a rustic design chalet with a spa nested amongst untouched nature and surrounded by the Alps.
All rooms are comfortable, cosy and come with a private bathroom.
Panoramic rooms are generously sized (30m2) and come with stunning mountain view. They also offer a comfortable sitting area for reading and relaxing and lots of morning sunshine.
Valley rooms are comfortably sized (24m2) and come with a lovely valley and village view.
"Loved everything! Wunderbar!
This was my first yoga retreat and it exceeded my expectations on all levels: stunning location in the Swiss Alps, the coziest hotel with friendly staff that makes you feel at home, a sparkling yoga teacher bubbling with positive energy, that will guide you through different yoga styles and help you gain strength in your body and peace in your mind.
I love here today feeling stronger and grateful for my body, with a calm mind and loving heart. Thank you for helping me achieve this!
Thank you for your laughter Elena! Best medicine in the world!
I hope we meet again."
- Ruxandra
"It was really wonderful, I liked the variety in yoga very much & also the quotes you have selected touched me much. All in all, the spirit of you and the whole setup are healing and magical! Thank you very much ♡"
- Anna
"Being a repeat customer, this is my 3rd retreat with Elena, and I can't wait for more! This is a very unique experience, with beautiful flows, amazing locations, and such fun participants!"
- Veronica
Elena
A psychologist and have been leading retreats and teacher trainings for over 10 years. I have a strong background in both technical and therapeutic aspects of yoga and meditation and over 16 years experience of teaching yoga and meditation.
7:30 am - 9:00 am - Morning yoga and meditation practice.
9:00 am - 10:00 am - Brunch at the hotel.
10:00 am - 4:00 pm - Hike, lake dips, rest, sauna or nap.
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm - Afternoon yoga and meditation practice.
6:00 pm - Dinner & free time with a possibility to use saunas at the hotel.
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Activ Retreats provides yoga retreats (Retreats) at selected venues worldwide. A Retreat includes accommodation at a specific venue and a defined program of yoga and meditation classes/trainings held at that location. Other travel services, such as transportation and transfers, are not offered or managed by Activ Retreats.
Activ Retreats reserves the right to substitute venues or teachers/trainers for Retreats. Substituted venues must meet the same standards as the original venue, and new teachers/trainers must possess similar qualifications. Clients will be promptly informed of such changes. Refer to section 5 for cancellations.
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To secure a place in a Yoga Retreat, clients must complete a registration form (online or offline) and submit the required non-refundable deposit. A booking is only confirmed when Activ Retreats has received the non-refundable deposit, the completed registration form, and issued a booking confirmation to the client.
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The non-refundable deposit is due at the time of booking. Full payment for the Yoga Retreat is required three months prior to the retreat, unless otherwise instructed by Activ Retreats. In some cases, a second installment may be payable directly to the retreat venue, with varying payment deadlines. Failure to make timely payments will result in a EUR 70 late payment fee.
Cancellations:
- Cancellation 90 days or more before the Retreat: The deposit or full payment (if due) can be transferred to a new Activ Retreats to be taken within 12 months from the date of cancellation, subject to availability.
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- No-shows, late arrivals, or early departures are not eligible for credits or refunds.
In case of client default (nonpayment or partial payment), Activ Retreats may cancel the booking, and any received amounts are non-refundable. Activ Retreats is not responsible for additional costs associated with such cancellations.
If Activ Retreats cancels a booked Retreat for reasons other than force majeure, clients may request a full payment transfer to another retreat or apply for a full refund. Activ Retreats is not liable for additional costs related to such cancellations.
In the event of a Retreat cancellation due to force majeure, no transfers or refunds of deposits or payments are possible. Force majeure includes events beyond Activ Retreats' control, such as wars, strikes, natural disasters, or venue-related issues.
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Activ Retreats' liability for any harm or damage to a client or their property caused by actions related to the Retreat is excluded unless Activ Retreats demonstrates gross negligence, willful misconduct, or intent. Activ Retreats is not liable for harm or damage that may occur during a client's transit to or from the Retreat.
Clients understand and accept that physical activities, including yoga, carry inherent risks. While Activ Retreats' teachers/trainers are qualified and experienced, clients are responsible for their own well-being during yoga practice and must listen to their bodies to prevent injury.
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Clients must purchase travel insurance when booking a Retreat. This insurance must cover:
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