Hatha Yoga Easter Retreat
Centre of Unity
Schweibenalp Switzerland
17 - 21 April 2025
Detached from everyday life, you can experience yourself in a new way in your yoga practice in this extraordinary place of power. In fantastic surroundings, full of silence and harmony, you will immerse yourself deeply in yoga and experience peace in a magnificent environment. Bruno Dietziker will lead the Retreat at the Center of Unity Schweibenalp, a spiritual oasis high above the famous Giessbach Falls. Our yogashala and the accommodation are located in the middle of an intact, wild mountain area with sensational views of the beautiful Lake Brienz and the Alps towering behind it. The different moods and the often changing light will truly captivate you...
Program
'Be aware and share'... Being non-judgmentally present is a key to deep inner happiness. When you can experience the moment without evaluations or prejudices, you open yourself up to a deeper connection with both yourself and those around you. In a world often marked by quick judgments and opinions, being fully in the here and now—and accepting things as they are—means true freedom. This kind of presence enables you to get to know and accept yourself better. You become less influenced by external expectations and are able to recognize your own truth. Living without judgment not only promotes self-acceptance but also fosters a deeper connection with others. When you meet people without prejudice, you create space for authentic and open relationships. You embrace people in all their diversity and can connect with them on a profound level, without confining them to pre-established categories. This kind of presence builds trust and respect, laying the foundation for sustainable and fulfilling relationships. Learn to be mindful and present—both with yourself and with others. By focusing on the moment and consciously inhabiting the here and now, you can experience life more fully and enrich your relationships. This ability to live in the moment benefits not only you but also the people around you. Share this mindfulness by cherishing the present and engaging with others with an open heart. In doing so, you create an atmosphere of connection and mutual understanding that ultimately leads to true contentment, in the spirit of “Be aware and share.” Typical Daily Routine 07.00 - 08.00: Meditation with Bruno or Vedic Fire Ceremony in the Dhuni 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Hatha Yogasana Practice based on the daily theme and Yoga Nidra with Bruno 4.30 p.m. – 6 p.m. (once): Introduction to Bhakti Yoga. 7:15 p.m.: Aarati, Vedic Element and Light Celebration in the temple, followed by extensive Kirtan and Bhajan singing with Harmonium accompaniment and other instruments from the Indian Tradition.
Organizational Notes
Course leader: Bruno Dietziker For Bruno's Bio click on the image above. You can find Video and Audio samples from our evening Kirtan and Bhajan sessions in 2024 under 'Program' (Please click on image) and 'Yogashala' (Please click on image). Course Fee CHF 630.- Available Places Max. 18 participants
Yogashala
The seminar house is the heart of our oasis of peace and quiet. Being able to practice Yoga in this environment and atmosphere is truly a rare privilege. The extraordinary power, stillness and grace of the Center of Unity make this place ideal for a profound, heart-opening Yoga Practice.
Accommodation
Schweibenalp offers a large number of accommodation options including full board Vegetarian Cuisine: Single Room: CHF 160.- Double Room: CHF 135.- Multi-Bed Room: CHF 121.- In your own Camper: CHF 102.- In your own Tent: CHF 87.- From most rooms you can enjoy a fantastic view of the mountains and Lake Brienz. The entire facility was designed with a lot of love, empathy and foresight and is also managed in this way. To book your desired room, I ask you to contact the Schweibenalp community directly at the following E-mail: info@schweibenalp.ch
Getting There
Arrive by public transport or private car Train arrival: via Lucerne or Bern to Brienz. From Brienz train station, take the “Axalp” post bus to the “Bramisegg” stop. You can find travel routes and the current timetable at www.sbb.ch. The Center is approx. 800m away from the Bramisegg bus stop (around 15 minutes on foot). If desired, there is a pick-up service from Brienz train station (CHF 37 per trip for up to 4 people, CHF 45 for 5 to 8 people). The pick-up service from the “Bramisegg” post bus stop to the Center of Unity Schweibenalp is free. Please arrange transfer early: info@schweibenalp.ch Arriving by car: Motorway exit A8 Brienz / Giessbach / Axalp, then direction Axalp up the mountain to the “Bramisegg” restaurant. Take the side road to the right for about 800m through the forest. Stay right at the fork on the way up to the Schweibenalp.
Registration
When you register (please go to Registration above), the course fee is also due. Transfer course fee: CHF 630.- to IBAN CH53 0070 0110 0002 8503 1 Zürcher Kantonalbank, 8010 Zurich BIC: ZKBKCHZZ80A Pure Yoga Bruno Dietziker Seebahnstrasse 257 8004 Zurich Cancellation Agreements: If you withdraw (in writing) up to 2 months before the start of the course, we will charge a processing fee of CHF 150.-. If you withdraw later or drop out of the course, the course fee cannot be refunded. However, if your place can be filled by someone on the waiting list, the course fee will be fully refunded (minus the processing fee of CHF 150.-). Costs for Food and Accommodation Accommodation and Food are not included in the course fee. The Schweibenalp community will take care of the allocation of your desired room and any special meal requests. To do this, please write an E-mail to the following address: info@schweibenalp.ch