Your break should feel like a holiday. We chose the BEATUS Wellness- & Spa-Hotel in Merligen-Lake Thun to host the Retreat as it is a place of power. Here, surrounded by a beautiful natural landscape, you will find the peace you need and a friendly atmosphere for devoting your energies fully to yourself, your practice and finding your path.
Basic yoga knowledge and a minimum fitness level are an advantage for participation.
The retreat will be held in German. Programme and instructor changes are reserved.
Retreats can be booked online one year in advance. Our reservations team is happy to take your booking by phone or electronically.
We look forward to welcoming you!
+ 3 or 4 nights in the desired room category
+ 2 yoga sessions per day, content according to the retreat program
+ Yoga mats for use during the Retreat
+ Wellness Package
+ BEATUS gourmet board
+ On the trail with our Guides
Prices vary according to season and number of retreat days.
Below you will find the daily programme for the yoga retreats; the content and times may vary depending on the yoga teacher and retreat. You will receive the exact programme at the beginning of the retreat or on request in advance.
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Arrival
17:00 Yoga Flow Day 1
8:00 Active Yoga – In touch with your body |
Day 2 and 3 8:00 Active Yoga (Vinyasa Yoga or Hatha Yoga) Departure day 8:00 Final Yoga Flow |
* Programs are subject to change. Further instructions are given at the beginning of each Yoga Retreat. In the afternoon, there is time for wellness/excursions, massages or treatments in the hotel, or one-on-one instruction with the yoga teacher.
Soulful Summer Retreat: The abundance within you. August is the month of holidays, abundance and rest before the harvest for the coming year. It is a time of plenty, well suited to celebrating life and – above all – thanking Mother Earth for all that she gives us. It is an ideal time for immersing ourselves in our beings, embodying love and sensing our heart’s desires.
As well as the magnificent location, delectable dishes and beautiful wellness oasis, you can look forward to an holistic Yoga experience for body, mind and soul. The mornings are dedicated to active, flowing Yoga, beginning with a meditation in the silence. The hours of the evening are reviving, relaxing, mystical and reflective, accompanying us to the depths of our beings and of life. The greatest gift you can give yourself is the time to recognise and embody what you really are – an incredible being.
For me, Yoga means balance. Conscious, holistic practice creates an active yet relaxing counterbalance to a dynamic everyday, office job or hard workout. Our Yoga lessons provide you with the unique combination of energy and relaxation.
Your energy, relaxation and balance are central for four days. Experience tranquillity, moments of tension and moments of release with diverse Vinyasa Flows, conscious breathing sequences and relaxing mindfulness exercises. You are activated with a powerful lesson at the start of the day, while gentle sessions in the evening promote calmness. Throughout I provide tips and inputs for morning routines as well as reflections for reaching your goals, finding your personal balance and increasing your sense of well-being.
Fascinated by the healing and transformative power of yoga, my teaching style is characterized by creativity, clarity, great passion and a lot of heart and soul. Yoga can be easily integrated into everyday life, for me simply a wonderful way of life. I recognise the uniqueness in every person and adapt the Yoga to the student. Variations and modifications of the yoga practice are therefore a matter of course.
This retreat is entirely under the motto Yin & Yang. The morning practice is more about dynamism and movement, and in the afternoon we dive into the deep opening and meditative stillness of Yin Yoga. The gentle way to the inner center. Time to let go, reflect and just be. Through the deep stimulation of the fascia tissue, tensions may be released, not only on the physical level.
Yoga, mindfulness, meditation and health – these topics have been with me my whole life. As a trained shiatsu therapist, teacher and yoga instructor, the person and their well-being concern me greatly. In my yoga classes, I place great value on being able to respond to the needs of different people. I want to share how to use yoga to relearn who you are.
During this yoga weekend, we will explore dynamic Vinyasa Flow Yoga as well as Yin Yoga. We begin the mornings with meditation accompanied by the sounds of the mountainside, Pranayama and activating Vinyasa Flow Yoga. Elements of fascia therapy are essential here for relieving tension and blockages. In the later afternoon we practice slow, deep, restful Yin Yoga. Let me invite you on a fantastic journey of yoga and being together.
I am a trained translator, nurse, Sivananda Yoga teacher and certified yoga teacher of the Swiss Yoga University. An important focus of my teaching is health, in order to promote your resources and to pick you up where you are at the moment. Yoga and meditation have been with me for about 20 years.
On this extended weekend I offer meditations, breathing exercises and yoga postures for digestion, detoxification and releasing deep core tensions. The morning practice is derived from Hatha yoga, simultaneously strengthening and meditative combined with gentle flowing movements. So that you can really get into your inner and outer yoga flow. In the afternoon practice we dive even deeper into perception with additional yin yoga exercises in lying and sitting, holding these for longer periods of time.
Yoga, mindfulness, meditation and health - all these topics have been with me all my life. As a trained shiatsu therapist, teacher and yoga instructor, people and their well-being are close to my heart. In my yoga classes, I attach great importance to being able to cater to the needs of different people. In the middle of winter, surrounded by the beautiful Lake Thun, we are inspired by the theme of winter and the associated element of water. Winter is the time when nature retreats into itself, only to restart with new energy in spring. With this weekend, you can treat yourself to exactly this time out; time for yourself to recharge your batteries. In the morning, we will practise gently flowing vinyasa flows, pranayama and meditations in the spirit of "Everything is in flow". This strengthens our immune system. Later in the afternoon, we will practise slow, deeply restorative yin yoga on the element of water, accompanied by various sound elements. I invite you on a wonderful journey of yoga and being together.
For me, yoga is a key to freeing myself from unpleasant thoughts and emotions. With all the challenges of everyday life, it is very reassuring when we find something that helps us to maintain our inner balance and re-energise. In my yoga classes, I am very attuned to the participants and feel in which direction the yoga class should develop. Every guest should be able to be themselves in order to find their inner self, let go of the old and draw new inner strength. In the morning, we start with pranayama and a short meditation. These flow into a powerful and balanced practice. We open our heart, shoulders and hips for a wonderfully pleasant and open body feeling. In the evening, we practise gentle yin yoga, stimulating our fascia and energy flow to end the day with calm and serenity. ‘Time to be’ will be our mantra.
I teach yoga and meditation in workshops, retreats and further training courses with a lot of humour and understanding and use various methods to promote an optimal attitude to life. The focus of my teaching is on a healthy and liberating yoga and meditation practice that can also be implemented in everyday life. Every person and every body/mind is lovingly met where they are at the moment. You can expect a wonderful mix of gentle and invigorating vinyasa yoga and deeply nourishing and relaxing yin yoga. Various meditation sequences are also offered. The theme of mindfulness and joie de vivre will not only be practised on the mat and meditation cushion, but will also be present throughout the retreat and beyond.
Fascinated by the healing and transformative power of yoga, my teaching style is characterised by creativity, clarity, great passion and a lot of heart and soul. Yoga can easily be integrated into everyday life - for me it is a wonderful way of life. I recognise the uniqueness of each person and adapt yoga to the individual student. Variations and modifications to the yoga practice are therefore a matter of course. This retreat is all about yin and yang: everything in balance, the dance between letting go and doing. We combine stillness and movement in a practice of meditation, breathing techniques, mudras and the yoga postures. The morning practice is more characterised by dynamism and movement, while in the afternoon we immerse ourselves in the deeply opening and meditative stillness of yin yoga. A gentle path to your inner centre. Time to let go, reflect and simply be. Deep stimulation of the fascial tissue allows tension to be released, and not just on a physical level.
I am a translator, nurse, Sivananda yoga teacher and certified yoga teacher at Yoga University. Yoga and meditation have been with me for over 20 years. The yoga practice in the morning is both invigorating and meditative, combined with gentle, flowing movements to really get you into your inner and outer yoga flow. In the late afternoon practice, we delve even deeper into awareness with additional yin yoga exercises in a lying and sitting position. A yoga nidra workshop will help you to anchor your wishes and goals in your subconscious through guided meditation, making it easier for them to be fulfilled. Through the practice of yoga, you will learn how physical and mental blockages can gradually be transformed into health and well-being. There will be enough time to enjoy the wellness facilities at the hotel. I look forward to seeing you.
Soulful Summer Retreat: The abundance within you. August is the month of holidays, abundance and rest before a good harvest for the coming year. A time full of prosperity, suitable for celebrating life and, above all, for thanking Mother Earth for what she gives us. An ideal time to dive deep into our being, embody love and feel our heart's desires. In addition to the fantastic location, the culinary delights and the beautiful wellness oasis, a holistic yoga practice for body, mind and soul awaits you. We dedicate the morning to an activating and flowing yoga practice, which begins with a meditation in silence. The evening hours are restorative, relaxing, mystical and reflective and accompany us into the depths of being and life. The greatest gift you can give yourself is to allow yourself the time to recognise and embody who you really are - a wonderful being.
For me, yoga is a key to freeing myself from unpleasant thoughts and emotions. With all the challenges of everyday life, it is very reassuring when we find something that helps us to maintain our inner balance and re-energise. In my yoga classes, I am very attuned to the participants and feel in which direction the yoga class should develop. Every guest should be able to be themselves in order to find their inner self, let go of the old and draw new inner strength. In the morning, we start with pranayama and a short meditation. These flow into a powerful and balanced practice. We open our heart, shoulders and hips for a wonderfully pleasant and open body feeling. In the evening, we practise gentle yin yoga, stimulating our fascia and energy flow to end the day with calm and serenity. ‘Time to be’ will be our mantra.
Yoga, mindfulness, meditation and health - all these topics have been with me all my life. As a trained shiatsu therapist, teacher and yoga instructor, people and their well-being are close to my heart. In my yoga classes, I attach great importance to being able to cater to the needs of different people. On this nourishing weekend, we will immerse ourselves in the theme of autumn. We will practise gently grounding vinyasa flows in the morning and take time to prepare for the cold winter months ahead. The pranayama practices will support and strengthen your immune system so that you can start the winter healthy and energised. The yoga sessions are complemented by meditation on the earth element. Later in the afternoon, we will practise slow, deeply restorative yin yoga on the earth element, accompanied by various sound elements. I invite you to join us on this wonderful journey of yoga and being together.
I teach yoga and meditation in workshops, retreats and further training courses with a lot of humour and understanding and use various methods to promote an optimal attitude to life. The focus of my teaching is on a healthy and liberating yoga and meditation practice that can also be implemented in everyday life. Every person and every body/mind is lovingly met where they are at the moment. You can expect a wonderful mix of gentle and invigorating vinyasa yoga and deeply nourishing and relaxing yin yoga. Various meditation sequences are also offered. The theme of mindfulness and joie de vivre will not only be practised on the mat and meditation cushion, but will also be present throughout the retreat and beyond.
Yoga has been the anchor in my life for years. Through this type of movement I am always completely with myself, I feel happy, centred and relaxed. I like to pass on this feeling in my classes. My classes are dedicated to Hatha and Yin yoga. The themes in the classes are multi-layered. Nature and the seasons often characterise my classes. It is always important to me that all participants leave the class feeling better in their bodies. In these four retreat days, we will take a look back at the year. Starting with a lesson to support the joints and digestion, we will then dedicate each day to a season. On the fourth day, having arrived in winter, we will get in the mood for the Advent season.
The word «Yoga» roughly translates to uniting body and soul through deep concentration and becoming one with one's self. A session includes bodily movements, breathing techniques, concentration exercises and meditation. The goal is to improve vitality, and at the same time strive towards a posture of inner peace.
The origins of Hatha Yoga can be traced back to the middle ages (to the 15th century AD) in India. It was formed from the philosophical and religious currents of so-called Tantrism. Hatha Yoga means «yoga of strength» and is based on the idea of strengthening the body in order to receive the power of awakened consciousness. Physical exercises, breathing and meditation are employed to bring body and mind into harmony. The methods and practices of Hatha Yoga form the foundation for the majority of modern yoga types.
Vinyasa Yoga is a mix of dynamic and powerful movements, correct alignment, and individually tailored poses (variants). Each breath flows in sync and in rhythm with the body, such that the entire human organism is in flow. Whether the tempo of a Vinyasa class is slow or more rapid, if it includes meditation or singing, is dependant upon the instructor. If you like to get loose and move creatively, then Vinyasa Flow Yoga is likely right for you.
During Yin and Yang Yoga, we learn to balance our body and soul. Yang stands for principles of being active and movement. Using dynamic yoga and sun salutations, we activate our entire circulatory systems and strengthen our muscles, joints and ligaments. Yin stands for dedication and peace. In Yin Yoga, we hold poses for longer and work more deeply in the body’s layers, the fascia. This is a deeply intimate and meditative form of yoga connected with the activation of energy flow along the meridians.
Meditation is wonderfully suited to helping us counteract the hectic effects of time. We can find strength in peaceful moments to help us better confront the challenges of everyday life with a smile. Meditation exercises help us to calm our spirits and to collect ourselves.
