Yoga with... Timo Wahl
Timo Wahl has been a prominent figure in the yoga world for many years and regularly hosts retreats at Hotel Schwarzschmied in Lana, South Tyrol. Here you’ll find an overview of our upcoming yoga retreats.
Timo Wahl has been a prominent figure in the yoga world for many years and regularly hosts retreats at Hotel Schwarzschmied in Lana, South Tyrol. Here you’ll find an overview of our upcoming yoga retreats.
Timo Wahl, founder of the Timo Wahl Yoga Studio in Frankfurt, is a prominent figure in the world of yoga. He began his yoga journey in 1998 and has since pursued in-depth training in various yoga styles and philosophies, studying with renowned teachers such as Sri K. P. Jois and Sharat Rangaswamy.
His teaching style, which he calls “Earthyoga,” blends dynamic Vinyasa yoga with elements from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika and extended Pranayama sequences. Alongside his practical work, Timo Wahl is deeply devoted to the study of yoga philosophy, also giving lectures on the subject.
During his regular yoga retreats at Hotel Schwarzschmied, he teaches participants to practice with ease and to bring joy and balance back into their lives.
What role does yoga play in your life?
Yoga is the central pillar of my life. Beyond running my own studios for many years, it mostly defines the attitude with which I move through the world. Yoga philosophy is crucial in this – translating the essence of yoga into everyday life.
What do you hope to share with your students through your yoga classes?
To feel and trust themselves. While joy and lightness are often overlooked, I believe that good and effective yoga doesn't have to be heavy or difficult – it can be light and joyful.
In the 25 years that my teaching has been evolving, it has included many different layers. While the alignment of postures is based on biomechanics, it always depends on the student’s individual needs. Each person decides for themselves how far they want to go. Alignment is therefore always individual and not a rigid concept.
I also connect breathwork with physical practice, which creates a meditative state in which students can truly be present in their bodies. The practice becomes an inner dialogue and can resolve physical and emotional blockages, without the need for overthinking.
What would you describe as the core of your philosophy?
Yoga teaches us that we always view and judge things from our own perspective, which often leads to misjudgements and complications. That’s why I believe it’s important to take our thoughts seriously – but not too seriously. Yoga gives us space to do just that. It’s not about sugarcoating life, but also not about blindly trusting our assumptions and concepts. I like to describe yoga as the path that allows us to meet ourselves and others openly and without biased preconceptions.
Timo Wahl, founder of the Timo Wahl Yoga Studio in Frankfurt, is a prominent figure in the world of yoga. He began his yoga journey in 1998 and has since pursued in-depth training in various yoga styles and philosophies, studying with renowned teachers such as Sri K. P. Jois and Sharat Rangaswamy.
His teaching style, which he calls “Earthyoga,” blends dynamic Vinyasa yoga with elements from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika and extended Pranayama sequences. Alongside his practical work, Timo Wahl is deeply devoted to the study of yoga philosophy, also giving lectures on the subject.
During his regular yoga retreats at Hotel Schwarzschmied, he teaches participants to practice with ease and to bring joy and balance back into their lives.
What role does yoga play in your life?
Yoga is the central pillar of my life. Beyond running my own studios for many years, it mostly defines the attitude with which I move through the world. Yoga philosophy is crucial in this – translating the essence of yoga into everyday life.
What do you hope to share with your students through your yoga classes?
To feel and trust themselves. While joy and lightness are often overlooked, I believe that good and effective yoga doesn't have to be heavy or difficult – it can be light and joyful.
In the 25 years that my teaching has been evolving, it has included many different layers. While the alignment of postures is based on biomechanics, it always depends on the student’s individual needs. Each person decides for themselves how far they want to go. Alignment is therefore always individual and not a rigid concept.
I also connect breathwork with physical practice, which creates a meditative state in which students can truly be present in their bodies. The practice becomes an inner dialogue and can resolve physical and emotional blockages, without the need for overthinking.
What would you describe as the core of your philosophy?
Yoga teaches us that we always view and judge things from our own perspective, which often leads to misjudgements and complications. That’s why I believe it’s important to take our thoughts seriously – but not too seriously. Yoga gives us space to do just that. It’s not about sugarcoating life, but also not about blindly trusting our assumptions and concepts. I like to describe yoga as the path that allows us to meet ourselves and others openly and without biased preconceptions.
FAQs Yoga Retreats
Do you need prior yoga experience to participate in the retreats?
While it can be helpful to have practiced yoga before, prior experience is not required. What matters most is your willingness to connect with your body and listen to what feels right for you.
What yoga styles are taught?
The retreats incorporate a combination of different styles. This includes classical Vinyasa yoga, which features flowing movements and invigorating sequences. Yin yoga is also often an essential part of the program. This calming practice involves deep stretches and long-held postures, focusing on relaxation and the release of muscles and fascia. Meditation and breathing techniques complement the experience, promoting deep relaxation and self-awareness.
Which retreat is right for me?
If you don't have a preference regarding the teacher or the yoga styles practiced, you can make your decision based on the specific program. All our retreats provide space for you to reconnect with yourself and experience deep relaxation. The differences lie in the focus areas (e.g., rehabilitation, strength, relaxation), the number of yoga sessions, and possible combinations with other elements such as sound baths or dance.
Do you need prior yoga experience to participate in the retreats?
While it can be helpful to have practiced yoga before, prior experience is not required. What matters most is your willingness to connect with your body and listen to what feels right for you.
What yoga styles are taught?
The retreats incorporate a combination of different styles. This includes classical Vinyasa yoga, which features flowing movements and invigorating sequences. Yin yoga is also often an essential part of the program. This calming practice involves deep stretches and long-held postures, focusing on relaxation and the release of muscles and fascia. Meditation and breathing techniques complement the experience, promoting deep relaxation and self-awareness.
Which retreat is right for me?
If you don't have a preference regarding the teacher or the yoga styles practiced, you can make your decision based on the specific program. All our retreats provide space for you to reconnect with yourself and experience deep relaxation. The differences lie in the focus areas (e.g., rehabilitation, strength, relaxation), the number of yoga sessions, and possible combinations with other elements such as sound baths or dance.
Our next Retreats
A Journey of Fluidity and Renewal - Step into a sanctuary where movement meets mindfulness, and flow becomes freedom. The Liquid Flow Yoga Retreat is a transformative experience designed to help you rediscover the harmony between body, mind, and soul. Guided by Simon Park, this retreat weaves together the art of Vinyasa yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness meditation. Inspired by the balance of elements, the practice invites you to explore graceful, uninterrupted movement, cultivating a deep sense of ease and presence. Set amidst the serene beauty of South Tyrol, each session is an opportunity to connect with your inner rhythm, release tension, and awaken your vitality. Whether practicing under the open sky or in a tranquil studio space, the Liquid Flow Yoga Retreat offers a nurturing environment for growth and self-discovery. Whether you’re seeking rejuvenation, clarity, or simply a pause from the hustle of life, the Liquid Flow Yoga Retreat promises a journey of fluid transformation. Come as you are, and leave feeling lighter, freer, and profoundly aligned.
2 x Daily Yoga Classes: Dynamic flow practices and restorative sessions tailored to all levels.
Mindful Movement and Meditation: Tools to foster calm and balance in everyday life.
Connection with Nature: Guided meditations and mindful walks in breathtaking landscapes.
Healthy Nourishment: Wholesome, locally-sourced meals to fuel your body and spirit.
Community & Solitude: Opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals or retreat inward for reflection.
- 4 nights at Hotel Schwarzschmied
- Breakfast at "la Fucina" restaurant
- Lunch or Dinner at "la Fucina" restaurant (for an extra charge)
- 08:00 - 09:30 AM Vinyasa Flow + Align, Pranayama, Meditation in the morning
- 17:00 - 18:30 PM Gentle Flow, Yin, Partner Yoga, Bodywork
- Grander water in the entire house
- Personal guidance and expertise of Simon Park in each session
- Mobilcard for usage of public transport
Simon brings 25 years of study, practice, and assisting with world renowned master teachers Maty Ezraty, Shiva Rea, Richard Freeman, and Dharma Mittra. Simon Park began his Yoga journey in 1995 with Shiva Rea in the World Arts and Cultures Department at UCLA. Later acclaimed by Yoga Journal as "one of the most influential and gifted Yoga teachers of the next generation”, he has been leading workshops, teacher trainings, and retreats around the world since 2002. His free-style Vinyasa is fluid, intuitive, and encourages freedom through self-expression. Profoundly influenced by the teachings of Shiva Rea, Richard Freeman, Maty Ezraty, Joan White, and Dharma Mitra, 'Liquid Flow Yoga' feels like a beautiful dance between classical and modern Yoga. Dubbed the "Flying Nomad", he draws inspiration from road legends such as Jimi Hendrix, who said, "the Earth is my home”.
8. - 12. October 2025
As autumn slowly comes to an end, this retreat invites you to withdraw into a cocoon — to recharge, reflect, and reconnect with your inner strength. It offers you a safe and nourishing space to breathe deeply, let go, and come home to yourself.
In the elegant and peaceful setting of Hotel Schwarzschmied in Lana (South Tyrol), you create room for conscious retreat, mindful movement, and soul-nourishing stillness. A time just for you. Beyond to-do lists and outside demands.
Mornings begin with grounding, empowering movement that connects you to your body, breath, and inner resilience. Evenings invite you into a calming space of Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra, gentle Reiki, and reflective journaling prompts — for silence, regeneration, and heart connection.
Highlight: On Saturday evening, we gather by the fire for a lovingly guided cacao ceremony and a fire ritual of release. Everything you no longer wish to carry into winter may be offered to the flames. We say goodbye to what was and open ourselves to what is yet to come — a magical evening full of depth, connection, and inner radiance.
Programme
Thursday
5 - 6:30 pm Arrival, welcome circle, gentle practice
7 pm Dinner
Friday
08:15 – 09:45 am Morning Flow
10 am Breakfast
5 – 6:30 pm Evening Bliss: Yin Yoga, Reiki Healing & Sound Bath
7 pm Dinner
Saturday
08:15 – 09:45 am Morning Flow
10 am Breakfast
5 – 6:30 pm Cacao Ceremony with Meditation, Journaling & Fire Ritual for Letting Go
7 pm Dinner
Sunday
08:15 – 09:45 am Closing Practice & Circle
10 am Breakfast
- 3 nights at Hotel Schwarzschmied
- Breakfast at “La Fucina”
- Lunch or dinner at our Slow Food restaurants “La Fucina” or Bistro “Luce” (for an additional charge)
- Yoga equipment (mat, meditation cushion, yoga blocks) provided free of charge
- Grander water throughout the hotel
- Mobility card for unlimited use of all public transport
Céline is from Zurich and teaches yoga with a modern, authentic, and sensitive approach. With over 900 hours of training and more than 1,500 hours of teaching experience, she brings not only deep knowledge but also years of expertise as an instructor, leading both 50-hour and 200-hour yoga teacher trainings. Her main focus is on flowing Vinyasa classes, complemented by mindful Hatha elements. At the heart of her teaching is always the connection between body, breath, and inner experience.
6. - 9. November 2025
A journey to more strength, clarity, and inner freedom. How does it feel when your mind becomes clear, your body feels strong, and every movement makes sense? When your breath flows deeply, your thoughts settle, and inner strength builds? This is exactly what Beyond Yoga Dynamics (BYD) is about. It’s about understanding your nervous system, resolving stress at its root, and returning home stronger.
Each session is designed to use movement as a powerful key to greater stability and mental clarity. The body learns, the mind follows. This is not just an abstract concept, but a tangible transformation.
This retreat is more than just a break – it is the beginning of a new path. If you’re ready to go deeper, to discover movement as a gateway to your inner balance, and to return home with renewed strength, clarity, and a hypnotic flow state, then this retreat is for you.
Program
Sunday
5:00 - 7:00 PM Introduction & Get-together
Monday
8:30 - 9:30 AM Wake-up Yoga: Flow & Alignment
11:00 - 12:00 PM Mental Training: Cultivating Mental Clarity
6:00 - 7:00 PM Restorative Yoga & Gentle Stretching
Tuesday
8:30 - 9:30 AM Morning Flow: Releasing Boundaries & Activating Inner Strength
11:00 - 12:00 PM Releasing Limiting Beliefs & Establishing New Thought Patterns
5:30 - 7:00 PM Yoga: Physical & Mental Transformation
Wednesday
8:30 - 9:30 AM Slow Flow & Nervous System Balance
11:00 - 12:30 PM Neuro-Meditation: Identifying & Learning Your Personal Meditation Style
5:30 - 7:00 PM Hypnotic Flow Yoga
Thursday
8:30 - 9:30 AM Final Yoga Practice & Closing Session
- all levels -
- Beyond Yoga Dynamics, meditation -
- 4 nights at Hotel Schwarzschmied
- Breakfast at La Fucina
- Lunch or dinner in our Slow Food restaurants La Fucina or Bistro Luce (at an additional cost)
- Yoga equipment (mat, meditation cushion, yoga blocks) provided free of charge
- Grander water available throughout the hotel
- Mobility card for unlimited use of all public transport
Tanja Nicholls is an expert in movement, mental regeneration, and sustainable transformation. She is the founder of pulsatori, a holistic concept for stress management and performance enhancement. With over 1,750 hours of training in yoga, fascia therapy, spiral dynamics, and bodywork, she deeply understands the impact of movement - on fascia, muscles, the nervous system, and emotions. Through her approach, she effectively and sustainably releases stress from the entire body.
