
Alpine Ayurveda Retreat
In a world that asks you to be everything to everyone, it’s a radical choice to embrace being yourself.
As women we are trained from an early age to be in support of others, our families, our bosses, our friends and to sacrifice ourselves for the greater good. Except what if you and your magic are the most magnificent thing that could happen in this world? What if you being unapologetically YOU was the biggest gift you could give to yourself and your loved ones?
This is not the season to play life small sister. There is too much hard stuff going on this world, too much separation, not enough acceptance, too much war, not enough peace, too much hate and not enough love, and way to much of the patriarchy and not enough feminine force. Your presence and your power are needed dear one. You being you is the radical act of love and service that today’s world so desperately needs - are you ready to be your most fabulous magical self?
Welcome to my Alpine Ayurveda retreat, a space, a sanctuary for you to let go of the weight of expectations and re-become your truest self.
I’ve always felt that arriving in the ancient high mountain village of Törbel feels like a slow, deep exhale, an unraveling of everything that came before, a sense of vastness within. Perched on a steep hillside just below the Moosalp plateau, Törbel opens its heart to the Zermatt valley and showcases stunning alpine views of the 4,505 metre Weisshorn, Switzerland's fourth highest mountain. Here you’re in Canton Wallis / Valais, Switzerland where time slows down and Mother Nature rules.
For seven years I’ve been dreaming of bringing women to this divine portal, to create a gathering of goddesses, immersed in nature and attuned to the powerful energetic vortex that one experiences in this high, wild place.
This retreat is for you sister if….
You’ve lost control of your health and wellbeing and need a radiant reset
You’re feeling disconnected from yourself and the world and want to reawaken your innate bond with Mother Earth
You’re feeling depleted and are craving natural nourishment and deep rest
You’re experiencing perimenopause or menopause and need support managing this wild season
You’re new to yoga and the wellbeing world and want clear, easy guidance on where to start
You’re a yoga or wellbeing professional looking to deepen your knowledge of Eastern science
If you are ready to say goodbye to exhaustion, lethargy, brain fog and wearing your badge of busy-ness then Ayurveda is your new best friend sister.
My Alpine Ayurveda retreat is everything you need to cultivate deep, regular rest, regain your vitality, feel fully aligned with your one wild and precious life and live unapologetically as the truest version of you.
Over these 5 days together, the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and Yoga will weave their natural magic and not only leave you feeling revived and radiant but deeply knowledgeable about what makes you uniquely you, and how to feel like the best version of yourself every single damn day.
Alpine Ayurveda is more than a retreat and yet it’s for every woman.
Experience this ancient wisdom first hand, and create your own personal portfolio of wellbeing practices to take home with you.
Throughout this retreat you’ll practice and enjoy a vast realm of Ayurveda and Yoga wisdom, including:
daily asana, pranayama and meditation as regular natural medicine,
deep dives into food as nourishment and the life force it provides,
understanding the energy and impact of the chakra system and how to maintain balance,
an in depth understanding of your unique dosha and how to move, breathe, rest and eat for your type.
But what is a retreat without rest? Alpine Ayurveda encourages you to pause, to become bored, to space stare at the incredible high mountain views, to meditate as you move, just one foot after the other, as we hike and explore together or at your own pace.
Intentionally held over the Samhain (Halloween) days when the veil between this world and other is thin and we are more open to both let go and receive, Alpine Ayurveda is an absolute must to prepare yourself for the winter season ahead.
Is this retreat really for me?
Yes, yes and yes! Because my absolute mission in life, my dharma, is to make sure every woman on the planet has everything she needs to feel so damn good that she can’t help but live unapologetically, changing lives and the world. My Alpine Ayurveda Retreat will gift you:
A profound understanding of your unique self, health and wellbeing as seen through the lens of Ayurveda and its sister science Yoga
Mountains of deep, grounded energy, and reserves of vitality to see through the winter season
New found confidence in being 1000% yourself which means a whole lot less energy spent being something or someone else, for everyone else
Rekindled connection with Mother Nature and awareness of the role you play living upon planet earth
A revitalized love of healthy, whole, plant-forward food as well as new cooking skills to bring home with you
Expanded wisdom on how to easily integrate Ayurveda and Yoga into your day to day life and regularly serve your highest self
A retreat where food is truly part of the experience
After all these years I have also finally sourced an incredible retreat chef, one who is plant-forward, Ayurveda informed and highly experienced in curating nourishing, seasonal menus to leave you feeling full and fulfilled. The amazing Skye Saker will be joining us from Interlaken to keep the prana vibes high and our bodies fueled. All meals are vegetarian and gluten free and inspired by some of the key principles of Ayurveda. I have intentionally chosen not to offer a full Ayurveda menu because we are in the high mountains of Switzerland where I want to ensure that food is as local and sustainable as possible and suitable to the season and climate we are in. This also means you might book this retreat for the yoga but you’ll end up just as in love with the food!
Rest in simple mountain luxury
We are being hosted in Törbel’s simple but beautifully renovated ‘Ferienhaus’ which started out as the village school house in 1908 and overlooks the Zermatt valley and its magnificent alpine views. Our yoga shala is on the top floor with a traditionally crafted high ceiling that makes you feel like you’re practicing alongside the sun, the moon and the stars.
The majority of the accommodation is shared spaces plus a few single or double / twin rooms with ensuite bathroom available. Whilst the Ferienhaus can host a large number of guests, retreat spots are intentionally limited to ensure that even if sharing accommodation, you have plenty of space and silence to support your retreat experience. Think simple mountain luxury as the retreat vibe.
ensuite mountain room
There are a small number of private rooms available that have ensuite bathrooms and the formation of two single beds or a bunk bed set up. These may be booked by women seeking an extra dose of privacy as a single room or by two friends joining the retreat together. If you are booking an ensuite mountain room with a friend please reach out so we can be sure we room you together.
Single occupancy CHF 1600 per person
Double occupancy CHF 1500 per person
Shared goDdess room
Goddess rooms are beautiful shared rooms where you will experience both community and privacy. Whilst the Ferienhaus is set up for large groups, we are intentionally using the same large space for less than half capacity. A space in one of the Goddess rooms gifts you a full bunk bed for yourself (top and bottom), plenty of space between and around you and other goddesses, and extensive bathroom and toilet facilities throughout the property.
Shared occupancy CHF 1380 per person
Here’s what’s included in your investment
I personally love being on and offering retreats where pretty much everything is included - because this allows us all to arrive and not to have to worry about hidden extras, bringing the right currency or card, having enough cash. We get to just breathe and be and receive.
Five full spectrum Ayurvedic yoga classes plus three Ayurveda and Yoga deep dive workshops with extensive opportunities to practice, grow and expand
Specific sound healing and deep rest sessions to support you through the changing seasons
A gorgeous ABHATI Suisse gift bag to uplevel your retreat experience and bring some sustainable mountain luxury to your life
A guided hike to discover ancient forests and stunning 4,000 metre Swiss alpine views
A seasonal cooking class to support you to prepare to turn inwards for the fertile void of winter
Prana filled vegetarian and gluten free meals intentionally curated by Skye Saker Food - a sumptuous brunch and dinner are provided each day (one meal only on arrival and departure days) as well as snacks, tea and coffee
Four nights accommodation in the simple mountain luxury of Törbel’s Ferienhaus
All yoga mats and other props are provided so all you need to do is bring your lovely self
What you’re responsible for
A beautiful open minded and respectful way of experiencing retreat life
Your transport to and from our retreat location
Making sure you have the relevant health and travel insurances as required by the retreat Terms and Conditions
Signing the retreat waiver and notifying us in confidence and in advance if you have any health or medical conditions that may impact your participation in this retreat
All bed linens and duvets are provided but you will need to bring a bath towel (or similar) with you - don’t hesitate to reach out and let us know if you’re traveling light and need us to provide one for you