4-Day: Yoga and Mountains Reset

"Stepping away from the noise of the city and into the mountains allows the mind to clear, the body to breathe, and the spirit to reset. Surrounded by fresh alpine air, spring-fed waters, and quiet forests, nature offers the space to slow down, recharge, and return to yourself."

When and Where:

• Date: May 1 - 4, 2025

• Venue: Kurhaus Retreat Center 

• Address: 7063 Tschiertschen-Praden, Switzerland

Join us for a refreshing 4-day retreat in the Swiss Alps, combining daily yoga, mountain hikes, breathwork sessions, and relaxing sauna, hot tub and cold bath experiences. Reconnect with your body and mind while surrounded by the peaceful serenity of the mountains.

Why You Should Attend:

• Escape into the breathtaking beauty of the Swiss Alps, surrounded by fresh mountain air and stunning landscapes that inspire peace and clarity.

• Enjoy daily hiking, yoga, breathwork, meditation, and sauna, hot tub & cold baths in the mountains.

• Give yourself the time and freedom to slow down, reflect, and explore your inner world without distractions.

• Connect with a supportive community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for personal growth, nature, and wellness.

What You Will Do: Each day of the retreat offers a blend of movement, exploration, and relaxation. Mornings begin with either yoga to awaken the body and mind. You’ll then have the day to hike and tour through the stunning Swiss Alps, featuring a variety of local alpine excursions such as 3 to 6-hour hikes, seasonal mushroom foraging, or visits to charming historical Swiss mountain villages. In the afternoons, we offer a guided breathwork session at the Kurhaus before serving dinner.

In the evenings, enjoy insightful Dinner Talks—short lectures that introduce into core themes related to mind, body, nutrition and healthy living—followed by time to unwind in the hot tub, sauna, cold baths, or a restorative yoga practice. All talks and sessions are optional, allowing you to participate at your own comfort level.

What You Will Learn:

As part of the retreat programming, you'll engage in talks—guided learning experiences that explore the intricacies of the mind-body connection through expert insights and practical teachings. In our talks, we explore the following:

• Mindful Presence: Gain insight into mindfulness practices that support mental clarity and focused attention.

• Body Awareness: Learn meditation and breathing techniques to enhance awareness and sensitivity to your body.

• Nutrition and Healthy Living: Participate in interactive talks about nutrition and healthy living, including insights into various types of nutritional diets and the benefits of a well-balanced lifestyle.

About the Talks and Sessions:

Over the 4 days, you'll experience transformative Expere talks and sessions, each thoughtfully designed to build upon the insights and foundations of the previous one. These immersive learning experiences will deepen your understanding of mind and body.

Examples of topics in our Dinners Talks:

1. Our Mind: Explore how mental patterns and thought processes influence your physical performance and overall well-being. Learn mindfulness techniques and mental strategies to cultivate clarity, focus, and resilience during physical challenges like yoga and hiking.

2. Our Body: Deepen your connection to your body through movement, breathwork, and somatic practices. Discover how to listen to your body’s signals, improve endurance, and build physical strength while maintaining balance and preventing fatigue.

3. Our Food: Understand the powerful connection between nutrition and energy. Engage in interactive discussions about fueling the body with balanced, nourishing foods and explore how different diets can support physical vitality and mental clarity.

4. Our Habits and Lifestyle: Examine how daily habits and lifestyle choices impact long-term health, energy, and personal growth. Learn practical strategies to create sustainable routines that align with your wellness goals and support a more intentional, fulfilling life.

Combine Our 4-Day and 6-Day Retreats for a Full 10-Day Experience

Enhance your retreat experience by combining our 4-Day and 6-Day retreats for a full 10-day journey at a discounted rate. The 4-day retreat (Thursday–Sunday) offers the perfect opportunity to unwind, ground yourself in the peaceful mountain surroundings, and settle into the retreat center before transitioning into the more immersive and intensive 6-day retreat (Monday–Saturday). This extended experience allows for deeper relaxation, reflection, and personal growth, giving you the time and space to fully recharge and reconnect.

Combine this retreat with our 6-Day: Reprogram Your Limiting Beliefs (Yoga, Meditation, Breathwork, Hiking, and More) retreat for a transformative 10-day journey. Click here for more information about our 6-day retreat.

The Team Behind This Retreat:

Graeme Raymond: Graeme's exploration of mind and consciousness began in his teenage years when he first discovered meditation. He further expanded his knowledge at Queen's University, Canada, where he studied Philosophy and Theology, graduating in 2011. Today, as the Founder and Lead Facilitator at Expere, Graeme has made it his life's mission to assist individuals in connecting their mind, body, and soul to unlock their highest potential.

@graeme.expere

Pascalle van Haaften: Pascalle is a seasoned yoga teacher specializing in Vinyasa & Strong flow, Yin, meditation, and Ayurvedic nutrition and lifestyle practices. Through her dedication to continuous learning and exploration, Pascalle has honed her skills in creating transformative and holistic yoga experiences that nurture the mind, body, and spirit. Additionally, her studies in Ayurvedic nutrition and lifestyle have enabled her to offer comprehensive guidance on holistic well-being, empowering individuals to cultivate health and harmony in their lives. 

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Katrine Breidahl: Katrine is a professionally trained psychotherapist associated with the Sisifos Center in Copenhagen. She studied under the Greek philosopher and psychologist, Panos Charbis, known for his extensive work with depression and late-modern dual symptoms. Katrine is well-versed in (meta)cognitive therapy, but her primary focus is in psychoanalysis and psychosynthesis. This therapeutic approach aims to integrate the body, mind, and the mechanisms of personality, often referred to as the 'soul'. 

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Michele Casale: Michele (affectionately goes by Mick) is the owner and manager of the Kurhaus Retreat Center. Native to the area, he has made it his life's mission to empower people to co-grow in the beautiful Swiss mountains. Surrounded by nature, the Kurhaus is deeply connected to environment around, allowing all who attend the Kurhaus to calm their mind, to grow, and to find oneself. 

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Retreat Venue:

The Kurhaus Retreat Center, located in the serene municipality of Praden, offers an authentic Alpine sanctuary where tradition meets transformation. With over 120 years of history, this remarkable retreat has long been a place of healing. Decades ago, doctors would send patients here, especially those battling terminal illnesses and cancer, to find solace and renewal in the pristine mountain air and serene surroundings.

Known for its stunning mountain views, Praden remains deeply rooted in traditional Swiss culture, thanks to strict local development restrictions that protect its heritage and close-knit community atmosphere.

​The Kurhaus itself is a 4-story chalet that features a spacious yoga shala, dining hall, quiet community lounge, and shared bedrooms on the upper floors. Guests can unwind in the outdoor hot tub, saunas, and cold baths, and enjoy easy access to numerous hiking trails within walking distance or a short bus ride away.

Accommodations:

• We welcome you to Kurhaus on Thursday, any time after 11:00. We kindly ask that you do your best to arrive on Thursday before 15.00, as we will be starting our orientation that afternoon. If you are arriving late in the night, please let us know so we can prepare for your welcome. 

• Bedrooms consist of single beds and bunk beds arranged in private, shared, or dormitory-style setups (prices vary by room type). If you are attending with one or more people you'd like to share a room with, please let us know when you complete the registration, and we will do our best to accommodate you.

• The bathrooms and showers are shared and co-ed.

• Given the amount of activity throughout the day, and the likelihood of some retreat participants going to bed early, we ask that we keep the noise level low after 21:30.

Food:

• The registration price includes all program costs, as well as the costs for meals and accommodations for the entire duration of the retreat.

• All meals are home-cooked, vegetarian, locally sourced, and delicious! :)

• There will also be snacks, tea and coffee offered throughout the day, and we will have both dairy and plant-based options. 

• This retreat is centered around connecting with the mind and body to become more sensitive to the exchange of information between the two. To ensure an undistracted and harmonious group dynamic, we kindly request that you refrain from consuming any psychoactive or mind-altering substances, including alcohol, during the retreat.

Testimonials:

Since 2023, over 200 people have participated in one of our classes, workshops, retreats, and online programs. Below are some of our testimonials from participants who have joined us in one of our previous retreats:

"One of the big experiences I had was in one of these breathing practices we did, and this was the most powerful thing I’ve ever felt in my entire life. This is when I felt like I was coming home to myself, and all of a sudden I broke into tears. Something inside of me said ‘Where have you been all of these years’.”

- Bahram at our Switzerland retreat in August 2023.

Click here to see Bahram's testimonial video

“I really like the part that combines the science, so we learned a lot of practical knowledge to understand [the exercises] better - why and how does it work - and implement [the knowledge].”

- Sara at our Switzerland retreat in August 2023.

Click here to see Sara's testimonial video

"It has brought me closer to myself. More in touch with my body, my feelings. How to use the mind in a proper way, if the mind can make you sick it can also make you proper and healed.”

- Mel at our Switzerland retreat in August 2023.

Click here to see Mel's testimonial video

"I've been really blown away by the realizations that I've had, and the experience that I've had, doing exercises that tied together in such an effective way to help me have a really incredible experience. It's brought clarity to my life, it's given me a sense of purpose and it has sharpened up the vision I have for my future, and the direction I am going to move my life in - starting immediately."

- Amin at our Switzerland retreat in August 2023.

Click here to see Amin's testimonial video

"Really this place is a safe space. You can open up, the people are nice, the food is nice and the program is well curated. Within meditation and breathwork, this was really a first time for me, and I felt safe and guided in a very nice way. I dived deep into myself, which was very interesting because I always knew there was something hiding that I didn't have access to, which now I am much more clearer on that." 

- Dario at our Switzerland retreat in August 2023.

Click here to see Dario's testimonial video

Find more on our Testimonial Page

Support and Confidentiality:

Our team includes trained trauma-informed professionals who are available onsite to assist participants in navigating any challenging emotions, feelings, or memories that may surface during the retreat. Furthermore, we ensure that all participants are equipped with the knowledge and understanding of how to hold a supportive and empathetic space for one another.

We prioritize confidentiality and create a secure environment for our participants. Confidentiality extends to the experiences, stories, and personal insights shared during the program, as well as the emotions and feelings expressed. We value and respect each individual's privacy, ensuring that everyone feels safe and comfortable when communicating their thoughts and experiences.

Health and Safety Note:

Due to the strong physical and emotional releases that may arise, this retreat is not recommended for people with cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, glaucoma, retinal detachment, history of psychosis, severe mental illness or pregnant women. This retreat is not recommended for people who do not have the fitness level for mountain hiking.

Still have questions? Feel free to reach out to us directly at hq[@]expere.co, or message us on Instagram: @experehq

From all of us at Expere, we look forward to seeing you in May! 💫