{"id":840,"date":"2026-09-21T14:43:14","date_gmt":"2026-09-21T14:43:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/estelle-yoga.com\/en\/?page_id=840"},"modified":"2026-09-21T14:55:05","modified_gmt":"2026-09-21T14:55:05","slug":"yoga-retreat-explorations","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/estelle-yoga.com\/en\/yoga-retreat-explorations\/","title":{"rendered":"Yoga retreat Explorations"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling nodateevents\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 40; line-height: 1.2;\" data-fontsize=\"40\" data-lineheight=\"48px\"><strong>November 19\u201322, 2026 in Le Grand-Bornand (France)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>This fall retreat is all about joyful exploration: discover or rediscover with curiosity various approaches to yoga (Vinyasa, Yin, Nidra, aerial yoga, and more&#8230;) in a supportive environment. A rich and varied program awaits you, with plenty of time for yourself, so that your whole being feels nourished, rested, and rejuvenated.<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ll meet at the <a href=\"https:\/\/chaletzenspace.fr\/\">Zenspace chalet<\/a>, just above the village of Le Grand-Bornand, in the Aravis Mountains (1 hour from Geneva).<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ll practice in the magnificent, light-filled 120 m\u00b2 studio with a view over the mountains. The icing on the cake: Kylian Poirier will join us on the handpan for a beautiful aerial Yin practice on Saturday evening!<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll stay in individual &#8220;monk&#8217;s rooms,&#8221; tastefully decorated and perfect for unwinding and recharging. And we&#8217;ll share vegetarian meals (brunch and dinner) prepared by chef Sophie Minotto in the cozy common area.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about Sophie: https:\/\/www.faimdesaison.fr\/prestations-cheffe-a-domicile-traiteur-vegetarien<\/p>\n<p>Free time can be spent reading, hiking, napping, visiting the market, or enjoying the sauna.<\/p>\n<div class=\"fusion-button-wrapper\"><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-default fusion-button-default button-1 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" target=\"_self\" href=\"\/en\/contact\/\"><span class=\"fusion-button-text awb-button__text awb-button__text--default\">CONTACT &amp; PRE-REGISTRATION<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 1100px; margin: 0 auto; display: flex; gap: 20px; justify-content: center; align-items: flex-start; flex-wrap: wrap;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignnone size-full\" style=\"max-width: 500px; width: 100%; height: auto; margin-bottom: 30px;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271440%27%20height%3D%271000%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201440%201000%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271440%27%20height%3D%271000%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Location.jpg\" alt=\"Exterior of the chalet in summer\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1000\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 40; line-height: 1.2;\" data-fontsize=\"40\" data-lineheight=\"48px\"><strong>Rates<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Take advantage of the Early Bird rate by booking before September 30, 2026!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Flat rate: 895.- per person<\/strong> in a single room. A double room is available (contact me if interested).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Early Bird Offer: save 40.-<\/strong> by booking by September 30, 2026 (for a total investment of 855.-)<\/p>\n<p>Included in the price:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Various group practices as per the program below (thank you for your understanding if there are any changes)<\/li>\n<li>Rental of the equipment listed<\/li>\n<li>3 nights&#8217; accommodation in a single room<\/li>\n<li>Brunches, dinners, and afternoon snacks as per the program below<\/li>\n<li>Non-alcoholic beverages served on-site<\/li>\n<li>Access to the chalet&#8217;s communal spaces and sauna<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Not included in the price:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Transportation to and from the retreat location<\/li>\n<li>Activities such as massages and hiking<\/li>\n<li>Meals or beverages not mentioned<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"max-width: 1100px; margin: 0 auto; display: flex; gap: 20px; justify-content: center; align-items: flex-start; flex-wrap: wrap;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignnone size-full\" style=\"max-width: 500px; width: 100%; height: auto; margin-bottom: 30px;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271440%27%20height%3D%271000%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201440%201000%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271440%27%20height%3D%271000%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SRC-IMAGE-CHAMBRE.jpeg\" alt=\"Small, bright room with a bed and an open window\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1000\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 40; line-height: 1.2;\" data-fontsize=\"40\" data-lineheight=\"48px\"><strong>Program<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The final program will be sent to you at a later date. This is provided for informational purposes only.<\/p>\n<p><strong>THURSDAY, DAY 1<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As of 6:00 PM Arrival &amp; check-in<\/p>\n<p>6:30\u20137:00 PM Welcome drinks and retreat opening<\/p>\n<p>7:15 PM Dinner<\/p>\n<p>8:30\u20139:45 PM Yin Yoga<\/p>\n<p><strong>FRIDAY, DAY 2<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>8:00\u20138:30 AM Meditation (30&#8242;)<\/p>\n<p>8:45\u201310:45 AM Pranayama, Vinyasa (2 hours)<\/p>\n<p>11:00 AM Brunch<\/p>\n<p>Free time (rest, sauna, village spa, massage, walk\u2026)<\/p>\n<p>4:30\u20135:30 PM Theory\/philosophy workshop<\/p>\n<p>6:00\u20137:00 PM Introduction to Aerial Yoga<\/p>\n<p>7:15 PM Dinner<\/p>\n<p>8:30\u20139:45 PM Yoga Nidra<\/p>\n<p><strong>SATURDAY, DAY 3<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>8:00\u20138:30 AM Meditation<\/p>\n<p>8:45\u201310:45 AM Pranayama, Vinyasa (2 hours)<\/p>\n<p>11:00 AM Brunch<\/p>\n<p>Free time<\/p>\n<p>4:30\u20135:30 PM Asana Lab<\/p>\n<p>6:00\u20137:00 PM Handpan presentation by Kylian Poirier<\/p>\n<p>7:15 PM Dinner<\/p>\n<p>8:30\u20139:45 PM Aerial Yin Yoga accompanied by handpan<\/p>\n<p><strong>SUNDAY, DAY 4<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>9:00\u20139:30 AM Energy Yoga (Kundalini)<\/p>\n<p>9:45\u201310:45 AM Hatha Flow or workshop (to be determined)<\/p>\n<p>11:00 AM Brunch<\/p>\n<p>2:00 PM Check-out<\/p>\n<p>2:30\u20133:00 PM Retreat closing ceremony<\/p>\n<p>All activities are optional; each participant may choose to take time for themselves at any time.<\/p>\n<div style=\"max-width: 1100px; margin: 20px auto 0; display: flex; gap: 20px; justify-content: center; align-items: flex-start; flex-wrap: wrap;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignnone size-full\" style=\"max-width: 500px; width: 100%; height: auto;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271440%27%20height%3D%271000%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201440%201000%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271440%27%20height%3D%271000%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Studio-new.jpg\" alt=\"Yoga studio\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1000\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignnone size-full\" style=\"max-width: 500px; width: 100%; height: auto;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271440%27%20height%3D%271000%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201440%201000%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271440%27%20height%3D%271000%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SRC-IMAGE-SALLE-YOGA.jpeg\" alt=\"Yoga room with equipment stored on shelves\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1000\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 40; line-height: 1.2;\" data-fontsize=\"40\" data-lineheight=\"48px\"><strong>About the Practices<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The practices we&#8217;ll explore will be varied and complementary: meditation in various forms (walking, seated), Pranayama, Vinyasa, Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Mantras, a theory workshop, and an asana lab, as well as a practice accompanied by Kylian Poirier on the handpan. We&#8217;ll also use the chalet&#8217;s hammock-style fabrics for two introductory sessions (Yang and Yin) in <strong>aerial yoga<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The practices are accessible to all levels except complete beginners in Yoga. Modifications or variations will be given according to your physical condition.<\/p>\n<div style=\"max-width: 1100px; margin: 20px auto 0; display: flex; gap: 20px; justify-content: center; align-items: flex-start; flex-wrap: wrap;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignnone size-full\" style=\"max-width: 500px; width: 100%; height: auto;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271440%27%20height%3D%271000%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201440%201000%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271440%27%20height%3D%271000%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/KYLIAN-POIRIER.jpg\" alt=\"Kylian Poirier playing the handpan\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1000\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 14px; color: #888;\">Photo: @sorayaexquis<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 40; line-height: 1.2;\" data-fontsize=\"40\" data-lineheight=\"48px\"><strong>Schedule &amp; Travel Tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Rooms will be available starting at 6:00 PM on Thursday and until 2:30 PM on Sunday. Le Grand-Bornand is easily accessible by car from Geneva (55 minutes) and also from Annecy. We&#8217;ll create a group to organize car-sharing.<\/p>\n<p>If you can&#8217;t arrive on Thursday evening but can come on Friday instead, that&#8217;s possible. In that case, I&#8217;ll adjust the rate on a pro-rata basis. Send me a message to discuss this.<\/p>\n<div style=\"max-width: 1100px; margin: 30px auto 0; display: flex; gap: 20px; justify-content: center; align-items: flex-start; flex-wrap: wrap;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignnone size-full\" style=\"max-width: 500px; width: 100%; height: auto;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271440%27%20height%3D%271000%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201440%201000%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271440%27%20height%3D%271000%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SRC-IMAGE-SALLE-A-MANGER.jpeg\" alt=\"Modern dining room with a large wooden table\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1000\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 40; line-height: 1.2;\" data-fontsize=\"40\" data-lineheight=\"48px\"><strong>Booking Procedure<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The number of participants (excluding staff) is <strong>limited to 12 people<\/strong>. Confirmation will be provided according to the reservation procedure detailed below.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1.<\/strong> Please let me know you&#8217;re interested <strong>in writing<\/strong>, by email at <a href=\"mailto:estellehartwig07@gmail.com\">estellehartwig07@gmail.com<\/a> or via WhatsApp at 076.478.09.53.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2.<\/strong> I will confirm whether the room is still available and, if we haven&#8217;t met yet, I will suggest a phone call prior to any confirmation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3.<\/strong> Once mutual interest has been confirmed, you will pay a deposit of CHF 300.- within 72 hours (please send us proof of transfer if applicable). After this period, the room will no longer be guaranteed. Only this deposit serves as a reservation guarantee; this amount is non-refundable.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4.<\/strong> The balance of the retreat fee must be paid in full by October 19, 2026 (or immediately if registration occurs after that date).<\/p>\n<p><b>PAYMENT INFORMATION<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>BY BANK TRANSFER: IBAN CH91 0024 0240 97305040 L (beneficiary: Estelle Hartwig-Ormyron, 1225 Ch\u00eane-Bourg)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Amounts are due in full and in Swiss francs (CHF). Any bank fees are the responsibility of the payer.<\/strong> For payments in euros, please contact me in advance.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 40; line-height: 1.2;\" data-fontsize=\"40\" data-lineheight=\"48px\">Cancellation<\/h2>\n<p>As with any trip, I encourage you to purchase travel or cancellation insurance. We can&#8217;t always control everything. Please note that your registration constitutes acceptance of these terms:<\/p>\n<p><strong>1.<\/strong> In the event that the retreat is canceled by the host venue or by Estelle Yoga, I will do everything possible to refund the full amount paid. Otherwise, the amount will be converted into a credit note valid for certain Estelle Yoga classes and retreats.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2.<\/strong> In the event of cancellation by the client, for any reason, the 300.- deposit will remain due.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3.<\/strong> Furthermore, in the event of cancellation by the client, for any reason, the retreat fee will be due according to the following schedule:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cancellation notified by 19.09.26: the balance is not due<\/li>\n<li>Cancellation notified between 20.09.26 and 19.10.26: 50% of the total retreat price is due<\/li>\n<li>Cancellation notified from 20.10.26 onward: the full retreat price is due<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>4.<\/strong> The client&#8217;s registration may be transferred to another person who agrees to take their place on this same retreat, subject to the following conditions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The client must find the prospective replacement themselves<\/li>\n<li>As mentioned in the booking procedure, a phone interview will take place between myself and the prospective replacement to confirm mutual interest before any agreement is reached<\/li>\n<li>Once an agreement is reached, I will be the sole recipient of the payment from the person taking over the spot. I will then reimburse the client. Please note that bank fees will be the client&#8217;s responsibility if their account is held abroad or in a currency other than the Swiss franc (CHF).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"max-width: 1100px; margin: 20px auto 0; display: flex; gap: 20px; justify-content: center; align-items: flex-start; flex-wrap: wrap;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignnone size-full\" style=\"max-width: 500px; width: 100%; height: auto;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271440%27%20height%3D%271000%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201440%201000%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271440%27%20height%3D%271000%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Food-1.jpg\" alt=\"Retreat food\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1000\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignnone size-full\" style=\"max-width: 500px; width: 100%; height: auto;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271440%27%20height%3D%271000%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201440%201000%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271440%27%20height%3D%271000%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Food-2.jpg\" alt=\"Retreat food\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1000\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 40; line-height: 1.2;\" data-fontsize=\"40\" data-lineheight=\"48px\"><strong>C<\/strong>ontact &amp; Pre-Registration<\/h2>\n<p><b>For any questions about this retreat:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:estellehartwig07@gmail.com\">estellehartwig07@gmail.com<\/a> \/ WhatsApp or phone +41.76.478.09.53<\/p>\n<p><strong>ENGLISH-SPEAKERS ARE MOST WELCOME!<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"fusion-button-wrapper\"><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-default fusion-button-default button-2 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" target=\"_self\" href=\"\/en\/contact\/\"><span class=\"fusion-button-text awb-button__text awb-button__text--default\">CONTACT &amp; PRE-REGISTRATION<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-840","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/estelle-yoga.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/840","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/estelle-yoga.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/estelle-yoga.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/estelle-yoga.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/estelle-yoga.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=840"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/estelle-yoga.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/840\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":847,"href":"https:\/\/estelle-yoga.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/840\/revisions\/847"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/estelle-yoga.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=840"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}