“I can give you only a glimpse of these beautiful mountains. Their beauty is splendid and beyond description. The morning environment in the Himalayas is so calm and serene that it leads an aspirant spontaneously to silence. That is why the people of the Himalayas become meditators. Nature strengthened the schools of meditation.”

Swami Rama, Living With the Himalayan Masters.

PROGRAMME

This retreat invites you to immerse yourself in Silence surrounded by the majestic mountains of the Valais region, with panoramic views of snow-capped peaks.

Each day of the retreat includes a combination of guided and silent meditation sessions, gentle hatha yoga classes, guided deep relaxation practices, and evening Satsang (group discussion of meditation, philosophy and lifestyle).

Delicious vegetarian meals will be provided, and there will be ample time for rest and reflection. You may wish to enjoy a hike in the beautiful mountain surroundings, or take a dip in the hotel natural pool together with a relaxing sauna.

On Saturday you will be invited to enjoy a full day of complete silence, while following the programme schedule of yoga practice.

WHEN: from the 28th to the 31st August 2025.

WHERE: Hotel Balance in Salvan, Les Granges (Martigny).

Hotel Balance is a small and cozy family-led « Bio-hotel » situated at an elevation of 1,000 metre. It features a large garden with medicinal herbs, a natural pool and sauna. The philosophy of the place is to live mindfully and in harmony with nature.

COSTS INCLUDE:

• Retreat teachings,
• 3 nights accommodation with a rich breakfast buffet, lunch and dinner, fresh spring water from Hotel’s own source,
• Sauna, natural pool, yoga hall, yoga material.

SINGLE ROOM with bathroom: CHF 860.-
SINGLE ROOM shared bathroom: CHF 760.-
DOUBLE ROOM with bathroom (per person): CHF 760.-
DOUBLE ROOM shared bathroom (per person): CHF 670.-
TRIPLE/QUADRUPLE ROOM with bathroom (per person): CHF 670.-

NOT INCLUDED IN THE COSTS:

• Travels to and from the venue. Carpooling could be arranged upon request from the participants, leaving from the French and German Swiss regions.
• Tourist tax of CHF 2.5/day.

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION:

To help us with the logistics of the seminar, we kindly ask you to register not later than the 1st of June 2025.

Your place is reserved once we receive a deposit of 50% of the value of your stay.

CONDITIONS OF CANCELLATION:

• Up to 60 days before the start of the seminar: no charge
• 60 to 30 days before the start of the seminar: we will keep 25% of the cost of the stay.
• 30 to 14 days before the start of the seminar: we will keep 30% of the cost of the stay.
• Between 14 and 0 days before the start of the seminar: we will keep 50% of the cost of the stay (full deposit)

The retreat requires a minimum of 12 participants to take place.

INSURANCE:
It is upon responsibility of the participants.

We are looking forward to your warm participation,

In loving service,

Maria and AHYMSIN (Association Himalayan Yoga Meditation International) Switzerland Team