Pilates & Slow Movement Retreat - April 16 to 18, 2027

Pilates & Slow Movement Retreat

From April 16 to 18, 2027, I propose a new retreat at Beau-Site, in the Valais: a weekend in a small group, designed as an exploration of movement, the body and feeling.

This retreat marks an evolution in my teaching. After several years focused on Yin and introspective practices, I’m keen to open up a new space, where strengthening, mobility and body awareness will have their rightful place, while remaining faithful to my sensitive and profound approach to the body.

A New Approach to Retirement

One of the two pillars of this weekend will be Pilates matwhich I’m currently integrating into my training. This practice will bring a more structuring, dynamic and toning dimension, with particular emphasis on muscle strengthening, stability, posture and quality of movement.

The second main axis will be another slow body approach on the floor (surprise!) which I’ll soon be integrating into my training, and which will complement Pilates with a more fluid, organic and global approach to movement.

Around these two pillars, the retreat will be enriched by practices more familiar to my world, such as Yin yoga, yoga nidra and the restorative sound bath. The holistic beauty workshop led by Pascale Brousse will round off our weekend on the theme of movement and well-being.”

An Intimate Format

This retreat will take place in Beau-Site’s small practice room, a warm space of around 30 m², conducive to a more intimate experience and quality accompaniment.

The group will therefore be deliberately limited to a maximum of 8-9 participants. This limited format will allow us to take our time, fine-tune our instructions and create a more personalized and immersive experience.

Fresh and Healthy Meals to Fuel our Energy

Another special feature of this retreat is the 3-meal-a-day option, with breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared on site.

This is an important departure from my previous retreats, which included brunch and dinner. This formula will support the rhythm of the weekend in a complete, comfortable and nourishing way.

Always prepared on site, meals are made with seasonal ingredients in a plant-based cuisine.

Who is this Retreat for?

This retreat is for people who want to explore a complete approach to the body, where strengthening, mobility, slowness, recovery and self-presence come together.

It will particularly appeal to those who already know me through my Yin approaches and wish to discover a new facet of my teaching, but also to anyone attracted by a weekend in a small group, in a well-kept and rejuvenating setting.

Detailed Program

The detailed program is still being created and will be communicated at a later date. At this stage, I’d just like to give you an overview of my 2027 retreat program and let you know if it resonates with you.

As a rough guide, the weekend will be structured around practice times, shared meals and free time to recharge your batteries in your own way. Here’s the rhythm we’re currently considering:

Friday

• Arrival from 2:30 p.m.
• Retreat opens at 4:30 p.m.
• Pilates mat from 5:15 to 6:45 p.m.
• Dinner at 7 p.m.
• Yoga Nidra from 9 to 9:45 p.m.

Saturday

• Breakfast at 8:30 a.m.
• Bodywork on the floor from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
• Lunch at 12:30
• Free time
• Holistic beauty workshop from 3.15pm to 4.45pm “How to take care of yourself, your skin and your body as a complement to movement” by Pascale Brousse
• Pilates mat from 17h00 to 18h30
• Dinner at 7 p.m.
• Restorative sound bath from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Sunday

• Breakfast at 8:30 a.m.
• Rooms vacated by 10 a.m.
• Bodywork on the floor from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
• Lunch at 12:30
• Free time
• Yin yoga from 2:30 to 4 p.m.
• Retreat closes at 4:30 p.m.

This program is indicative only and is subject to change.

Participation in the various activities is entirely voluntary. You can choose to rest or take time for yourself at any time.
The schedule is subject to change according to circumstances (weather, organization). We thank you for your flexibility.

The location: the Pension-Hotel Beau-Site in Valais

Like my other retreats in 2027, this weekend will take place at the Pension Beau-Site, in the Valais, in the village of Chemin-dessus above Martigny. This charming place, surrounded by nature, offers the ideal setting to slow down, relax and take care of yourself.

Practice equipment will be provided. However, for the activities on this retreat, we strongly recommend that you bring a thick yoga mat, suitable for Pilates practice and for prolonged lying on the floor. We’ll be happy to advise you.

📲 More details and pictures on Hôtel-pension Beau-site

Pilates and Slow Movement Retreat rates

Prices per person according to choice of accommodation (excluding Early Bird, prices in Swiss francs) :

– Quadruple room (only one available): 635.-

– Double room: 680.-

– Single room: 765.- (important: for this retreat, single occupancy is not guaranteed; it will be confirmed shortly before the retreat, subject to availability).

Early bird offer: save 40..- if you book by January 15, 2027

Registration, Cancellation and Important to Know

Registration Procedure

Application and confirmation will take place as follows:

1. Please inform us of your interest, the type of room you would like and the number of people you would like to accommodate in writing by email or whatsApp 078.217.88.98. Rooms will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

2. We will confirm if the requested room type is still available and, if we don’t know each other yet, we will offer a preliminary phone interview before any confirmation.

3. After confirmation of mutual interest, you will be required to pay a deposit of CHF 300 within 72 hours (please send us proof of transfer if applicable). After this time, the room will no longer be guaranteed. Only this deposit serves as a reservation guarantee. This amount is non-refundable, but may be transferred under certain conditions.

4. The balance of the retirement price must be paid in full by 12.03.2027 (or immediately if registered after this date).

5. Amounts are due in full and in Swiss Francs. Any bank charges are at the customer’s expense.

Payments

– BY TWINT click here
– By bank transfer: Iban CH45 0022 8228 5686 8440 G (beneficiary L. Chehab-Fabry, 1227 Val de Bagnes).

What’s Included

• Various group practices, according to the indicative program
• Loan of equipment (yoga mats and other necessary equipment)
• 2 nights according to your room choice

• Breakfasts, lunches and dinners as per retreat program
• Non-alcoholic beverages served with meals or self-service (juice, tea, coffee, herbal teas)

What’s Not Included

• Getting to and from the retreat
• Additional activities according to your wishes (massage, guided hikes, museums in Martigny, etc.)
• Meals or drinks not mentioned, including snacks and fridge drinks, offered as extras by Beau-Site

Schedule & Travel Suggestions

Rooms are available from 2.30pm on Friday. Rooms must be vacated by 10am on Sunday. The weekend closes at 4.30pm.

For full directions to Beau-Site, click here. Chemin-Dessus is served by train to Martigny (1h30 from Geneva, 3h from Zurich), then by post bus or cab.
Carpooling can be organized between participants if required.

For the weekend to run smoothly, we need you to arrive on time. We count on you to arrive on time.
In the event of delayed arrival or early departure, no price adjustment will be applied, even if certain practices or meals are missed.

Cancellation

As with any trip, we strongly recommend that you take out insurance to cover any cancellations or unforeseen events. Although we hope that all those registered will be able to attend, it is important to take out insurance beforehand.
Your registration implies acceptance of the conditions detailed below.

1. In the event of cancellation of the retreat by the host or organizer, we will make every effort to refund the full amount paid. Otherwise the amount will be converted into a credit note valid on the Yoga Nest E-shop, on some of our courses and other retreats. 


2. In case of cancellation by the client, for any reason whatsoever, the 300.- deposit will remain due.

3. Furthermore, in case of cancellation by the client, for any reason whatsoever, the retreat price will be due according to the following schedule:

• Withdrawal notified by 14 February 2027: the balance is not due
• If cancellation is notified between 15 February 2027 and 14 March 2027: half the retreat price is payable
• Withdrawal announced on or after 15 March 2027: the full pension amount is payable

4. The customer’s registration may be transferred to another person who undertakes to replace him/her at the same retreat, subject to the following conditions:

• The customer has to find the candidate himself/herself
• As mentioned in our booking procedure, a telephone interview will take place between the organizers and the candidate-taker, to validate mutual interest before any agreement is reached.
• After agreement, the organizer will be the sole receiver of the payment from the buyer. It will then reimburse the customer. Please note that bank charges will be borne by the customer if his/her account is abroad or in a currency other than the Swiss franc.

Any questions? Contact me!

If this approach appeals to you, you can now :

👉 Contact me for more information: i[email protected] / WhatsApp or tel. +41.78.217.88.98
👉 Or book your place now (places are very limited)

ENGLISH-SPEAKERS ARE MOST WELCOME – Please note however that the practice will be mostly guided in French, some precisions may be offered in English only here and there (fully bilingual guidance will not be offered during classes).