UPCOMING RETREATS
New Year's Retreat
January 9 - 11 2026
Cursolo, Valle Cannobina, Piemonte, Italy
YOGA / BREATHWORK/ MEDITATION / HIKING
WELCOME THE NEW YEAR WITH INTENTION
Step away from the noise of the world and into the stillness of the Italian Alps.
In the remote mountain valley of Valle Cannobina, where time seems to slow down and nature embraces you from all sides, you are invited to close 2025 with reflection and begin 2026 with clarity, balance, and renewed energy.
This intimate 3-day retreat combines breathwork, yoga, meditation, and mindful hiking, creating space for deep rest, connection, and inner transformation.
THIS RETREAT IS FOR YOU IF YOU ARE:
• seeking a meaningful way to enter the New Year
• wishing to reconnect with yourself through nature, movement, and breath
• longing for silence, simplicity, and authentic community
• open to inner exploration and mindful living
All levels are welcome — no prior yoga or meditation experience is required.
What's included:
• 2 x 75 minute morning practice (Vinyasa yoga, Pranayama, Meditation)
• 1 x 90 minute breathwork journey: Conscious Connected Breath
• 2 guided hikes in nature
• 2 x Moonlight Meditation before bed
• 2 x breakfast, lunch and dinner - vegetarian and vegan
• free time for rest, journaling, or simply being
• use of yoga mats and props (cushions, blocks, blankets etc.)
• pick-up and transportation between Malesco train station and Cursolo
Info Sheet English:
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Prices
390.- CHF
Included in the retreat fee are all practices, all meals and transportation from Malesco.
Spring Retreat
May 14 - 17 2026
Cursolo, Valle Cannobina, Piemonte, Italy
YOGA / BREATHWORK/ SHIATSU / HIKING
ALL LEVELS WELCOME
In the spirit of spring, which makes everything sprout and grow, we will focus on the wood element and the associated life energy Qi.
In traditional Chinese medicine, Qi is considered to be the life force that flows through every human being.
Daily Vinyasa Yoga as well as meridian stretches and breath work will activate and strengthen our Qi, while the calmer Yin sequences in the afternoon have a nourishing and balancing effect on our energy.
The retreat includes a 60-minute Shiatsu treatment for each participant.
Shiatsu is bodywork, acupressure and meridianwork, which influences the Qi flow.
You will return home inspired and invigorated!
Prices
570.- CHF
Included in the retreat fee are all practices, all meals and transportation from Malesco.
What's included:
• 3 x 90 minute Morning Yoga (Vinyasa Flow, Pranayama, Meditation)
• 1 x 60 minute Meridian stretches and introduction wood element
• 1 x 90 minute breathwork journey (Conscious Connected Breath)
• 1 x 90 minute Yin Yoga
• 1 x 60 minute individual Shiatsu treatment
• 3 guided hikes
• use of yogamats and props
• 3 delicious breakfasts, lunches & dinners (vegan & vegetarian options)
• transport from Malesco station to Cursolo
Summer Retreat
SENSORY BODY LANDSCAPE
August 20 - 23 2026
Cursolo, Valle Cannobina, Piemonte, Italy
BREATHWORK, SOMATIC MOVEMENT, NATURE
In the spirit of summer, we connect with the abundance of nature, with our senses and our innate creative energy.
Through breathwork, somatic movement and practices of contemplation, we delve into a state of presence and inquiry.
What moves the body?
What lets us become quiet and present?
What heals us?
Emphasising the interconnection between humans and nature as energy, our practice is inspired by the initial purpose of dance—bringing communities together and establishing a connection with nature.
What's included:
• 3 x morning practice - breathwork & intuitive movement
• all Sensory Body Landscape practices
• 3 x Conscious Connected Breathwork
• 3 x breakfast, lunch and dinner - vegetarian and vegan options
• use of yoga mats and equipment (meditation cushions, blankets etc.)
• transport from Malesco train station to Cursolo
Prices
570.- CHF
Included in the retreat fee are all practices, all meals and transportation from Malesco.
Golden Autumn Retreat
October 1 - 4 2026
Sporthotel Pontresina, Engadin, Switzerland
BREATHWORK / YOGA / HIKING / WELLNESS
ALL LEVELS WELCOME
As the golden light of autumn settles over the Engadin valley, we invite you to pause — to step away from the noise of daily life and reconnect with your natural rhythm.
Join us for a soul-nourishing retreat in one of Switzerland’s most breathtaking mountain regions. Surrounded by forests of turning larch, crystal lakes, and fresh alpine air, this experience is an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and come home to yourself.
What's included:
• 120 minutes Welcome Session:
Introduction to Conscious Connected Breathing & first breathwork journey
• 2 x 90 minute Conscious Connected Breathing before dinner
• 1 x 75 minute Kundalini Yoga
• 1 x 75 minute Vinyasa Yoga
• 1 x 75 minute Closing Session with elements of Kundalini, Vinyasa and Yoga Nidra
• 3 guided hikes
• rich breakfast buffet with healthy, homemade, fresh and mostly regional products
• 3 delicious 4-course dinners with 3 choices for the main course
• free access to rooftop spa & wellness oasis featuring breathtaking views
• bathrobe during your stay
• free use of all public transportation between Alp Grüm, Maloja and Brail
Full package prices:
From 899.- CHF in a double room
From 944.- CHF in a single room.
Please book your spot until August 1, 2026. Afterwards rooms may not be available.
PAST RETREATS
Autumn Retreat
September 25 - 28 2025
Cursolo Valle Cannobina, Piemonte, Italy
YOGA / BREATHWORK/ HIKING
ALL LEVELS WELCOME
Manuela and Chris invite you to their autumn retreat in Cursolo.
The small mountain village of Cursolo lies high above the Cannobina Valley in Piedmont, halfway between Locarno and Domodossola.
Expect a yoga deck floating above colorful woods with a fantastic view of the valley and the surrounding hills and mountains.
Our autumn retreat is all about breathing and the energy of the lung. In this time of change, we would like to be with you in nature and strengthen our lungs and breathing muscles through guided breathing exercises.
In the morning Vinyasa and Kundalini Yoga sessions, we consciously combine movement with breath. During the calmer Yin sequences and Conscious Connected Breathwork sessions in the afternoon, we turn our gaze inward and create space by letting go and listening.
The combination of breathwork, yoga and hiking in the beautiful nature of the Valle Cannobina detoxifies the body and mind, regulates the nervous system, and prepares us for fall.
You will return home inspired and invigorated!
What's included:
• 3 x 90 minute Morning Yoga (Vinyasa Flow, Kundalini, Breathwork, Meditation)
• 1 x 60 minute and 1 x 90 minute breathwork journey (Conscious Connected Breath)
• 1 x 90 minute Yin Yoga & Yoga Nidra
• 3 guided hikes
• mantra singing after dinner
• use of yogamats and props
• 3 delicious breakfasts, lunches & dinners (vegan & vegetarian options)
• transport from Malesco station to Cursolo
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Summer Retreat
SENSORY BODY LANDSCAPE
August 21 - 24 2025
Cursolo, Valle Cannobina, Piemonte, Italy
BREATHWORK, SOMATIC MOVEMENT, NATURE
In the spirit of summer, we connect with the abundance of nature, with our senses and our innate creative energy. Through breathwork, somatic movement and practices of contemplation, we delve into a state of presence and inquiry.
What moves the body? What lets us become quiet and present? What heals us?
Emphasising the interconnection between humans and nature as energy, our practice is inspired by the initial purpose of dance—bringing communities together and establishing a connection with nature.
What's included:
• 3 x morning practice - breathwork & intuitive movement
• all Sensory Body Landscape practices
• 3 x Conscious Connected Breathwork
• 3 x breakfast, lunch and dinner - vegetarian and vegan options
• use of yoga mats and equipment (meditation cushions, blankets etc.)
• transport from Malesco train station to Cursolo
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Spring Retreat
June 6 - 9 2025
Cursolo, Valle Cannobina, Piemonte, Italy
YOGA / BREATHWORK/ SHIATSU / HIKING
ALL LEVELS WELCOME
In the spirit of spring, which makes everything sprout and grow, we will focus on the wood element and the associated life energy Qi. In traditional Chinese medicine, Qi is considered to be the life force that flows through every human being.
Daily Vinyasa Yoga as well as meridian stretches and breath work will activate and strengthen our Qi, while the calmer Yin sequences in the afternoon have a nourishing and balancing effect on our energy.
The retreat includes a 45-minute Shiatsu treatment for each participant.
You will return home inspired and invigorated!
What's included:
• 3 x 90 minute Morning Yoga (Vinyasa Flow, Pranayama, Meditation)
• 1 x 60 minute Meridian stretches and introduction wood element
• 1 x 90 minute breathwork journey (Conscious Connected Breath)
• 1 x 90 minute Yin Yoga
• 1 x 45 minute individual Shiatsu treatment
• 3 guided hikes
• use of yogamats and props
• 3 delicious breakfasts, lunches & dinners (vegan & vegetarian options)
• transport from Malesco station to Cursolo
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Winter Retreat
March 20 - 23 2025
Sporthotel Pontresina, Engadine, Switzerland
BREATHWORK / YOGA / HIKING
ALL LEVELS WELCOME
Manuela and Chris invite you to an uplifting and transformative retreat in the beautiful Swiss mountains of the Engadine.
In March the Upper Engadine Valley is still covered in snow, but the expansive energy of spring is already tangible. This special time on the cusp of spring holds a lot of potential for growth and transformation.
Join us in Pontresina and treat yourself to 3 nights with half board and a 4-day program of Conscious Connected Breathing, Kundalini Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga and short hikes through a stunning winter landscape.
Fill up on fresh mountain air and detox your body and mind! Tune with the energy of the awakening of spring and allow yourself to expand into your true and vibrant self!
What's included:
• 120 minutes Welcome Session:
Introduction to Conscious Connected Breathing
& first breathwork journey
• 2 x 90 minute Conscious Connected Breathing before dinner
• 1 x 75 minute Kundalini Yoga
• 1 x 75 minute Vinyasa Yoga
• 1 x 75 minute Closing Session with elements of Kundalini, Vinyasa and Yoga Nidra
• 3 guided hikes
• rich breakfast buffet with healthy, homemade, fresh and mostly regional products
• 3 delicious 4-course dinners with 3 choices for the main course
• free access to rooftop spa & wellness oasis featuring breathtaking views
• bathrobe during your stay
• free use of all public transportation between Alp Grüm, Maloja and Brail
Download Infosheet English:
Full package prices:
From 895.- CHF in a double room
From 940.- CHF in a single room.
Please book your spot until February 15. Afterwards rooms may not be available.
more about the venue: www.sporthotel.ch
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Summer Retreat
SENSORY BODY LANDSCAPE
August 1 - 4 2024
Cursolo, Valle Cannobina, Piemonte, Italy
BREATHWORK, SOMATIC MOVEMENT, NATURE
In the spirit of summer, we connect with the abundance of nature, with our senses and our innate creative energy. Through breathwork, somatic movement and practices of contemplation, we delve into a state of presence and inquiry.
What moves the body? What lets us become quiet and present? What heals us?
Emphasising the interconnection between humans and nature as energy, our practice is inspired by the initial purpose of dance—bringing communities together and establishing a connection with nature.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
• 3 x morning practice - breathwork & intuitive movement
• all Sensory Body Landscape practices
• 3 x Conscious Connected Breathwork
• 3 x breakfast, lunch and dinner - vegetarian and vegan options (meals prepared communally)
• use of yoga mats and equipment (meditation cushions, blankets etc.)
• shuttle service between Malesco train station and Cursolo
Spring Retreat
May 9 - 12 2024
Cursolo, Valle Cannobina, Piemonte, Italy
YOGA / BREATHWORK/ SHIATSU / HIKING
ALL LEVELS WELCOME
In the spirit of spring, which makes everything sprout and grow, we will focus on the wood element and the associated life energy Qi. In traditional Chinese medicine, Qi is considered to be the life force that flows through every human being.
Daily Vinyasa Yoga as well as meridian stretches and breath work will activate and strengthen our Qi, while the calmer Yin sequences in the afternoon have a nourishing and balancing effect on our energy.
The retreat includes a 45-minute Shiatsu treatment for each participant.
You will return home inspired and invigorated!
What's included:
• 3 x 90 minute Morning Yoga (Vinyasa Flow, Pranayama, Meditation)
• 1 x 60 minute Meridian stretches and introduction wood element
• 1 x 90 minute breathwork journey (Conscious Connected Breath)
• 1 x 90 minute Yin Yoga
• 1 x 45 minute individual Shiatsu treatment
• 3 guided hikes
• use of yogamats and props
• 3 delicious breakfasts, lunches & dinners (vegan & vegetarian options)
• transport from Malesco station to Cursolo
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Swiss Alps Retreat
September 7 - 12 2019
Hotel Beau-Site, Chemin, Valais, Switzerland
VINYASA / KUNDALINI / YOGA NIDRA / RESTORATIVE / SOUND BATHS / HIKES / MANTRAS
ALL LEVELS WELCOME
Fill up on fresh mountain air in the Swiss Alps while taking your body, mind and spirit to higher vibrations.
• 2 yoga classes each day (Vinyasa, Kundalini, Restorative)
• 3 guided hikes
• accommodation in a historic hotel dating from 1912
• 3 delicious seasonal & organic meals
• mantras & mudras after dinner
portrait of the venue, historic hotel Beau-Site:
Infosheet:
full package from 690.- Euro
10 % discount for second timers and if you bring a friend!
bookings:
Mallorca Retreat
April 20 - 27 2019
Infosheet:
VINYASA / KUNDALINI / YOGA NIDRA / RESTORATIVE / SOUND BATHS / CREATIVE WRITING / SOMATIC DANCE
ALL LEVELS WELCOME
• 2 yoga classes a day & choice of workshops
• beautiful yoga space with lots of light, parquet floors and view to the olive grove
• accommodation in twin or double room
• delicious vegetarian meals
• mantras & mudras after dinner
• two private swimming pools
Puglia Retreat
September 22 - 29 2018
VINYASA / KUNDALINI / RESTORATIVE / CREATIVE WRITING / SOMATICS
ALL LEVELS WELCOME
• up to 2 yoga classes a day & choice of workshops
• unique accommodation options typical to the South of Italy - trulli, cottages, camping
• locally sourced vegetarian meals
• fresh vegetables from own permaculture garden
• 2 hectares of olive groves, fig trees, pine forests & wild herbs
VINYASA / KUNDALINI / RESTORATIVE / CREATIVE WRITING / SOMATICS
ALL LEVELS WELCOME
• choice of sea view rooms, double or single
• well-balanced vegetarian and vegan nutrition
• up to 2 yoga classes a day & choice of workshops
• pool, large terrace, 10 minute walk from the beach
• treatments available
• airport transfer included
full package starting at € 745
venue: www.yogaspiritcircle.com*
* don't be alarmed at not finding our retreat on the Yoga Spirit Circle website. This is a private retreat and bookings go exclusively through us.
infosheet:
YOGA RETREAT WITH STELLA SHAKERCHI & CHRIS LEUENBERGER
UMBRIA SEPTEMBER 23-30 2017
WWW.QUERCIACALANTE.COM
Umbria Retreat September 23 - 30 2017
• up to 3 yoga classes a day
• pranayama & meditation
• chakras & mantras
• accommodation in quadruple, triple, double or single room
• 3 healthy, vegetarian meals per day
prices starting at 675.- Euro
info on venue:
infosheet:
Continuum Workshop
September 16-17 2017
When we dive back into the ocean, we encounter a world of incredible depth and silence. At the same time, everything moves and flows in a perfect, primordial order and in its own very specific rhythm. In Continuum we use special breaths and sounds to tune into these harmonious and regenerating wave motions and pulsations. The body connects again with its original internal rhythm.
The deceleration, depth and silence can be experienced directly.
CHF 270.– (normal)
CHF 250.– (students etc.)
Unlimited-Abo Openyoga: 50% reduction
questions and sign-ups: contact@chrisleuenberger.com