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
The Magic of Winter and the Nearness of Spring Await Us. Immerse yourself in the magic of yoga on all levels. Surrounded by wonderful, healing nature, nourished by delicious, healthy food, and supported by yoga sessions that feed your soul and deeply connect you with yourself.
A spark of magic to remind you of your radiance. Join Lisa on this journey and connect with your soul, your life path, and your being. We’ll start our mornings together with an energizing, strengthening yoga practice and end the day with grounding, relaxation, and a few special sessions.
There will also be some input from coaching and the topic of manifestation. Whether you’re a beginner or a yoga teacher, Lisa will meet you exactly where you are. A retreat that will strengthen you, ground you, and allow you to grow and heal at the same time.
Program
Sunday
4:30 – 6:30 pm Welcome Circle + Evening Yoga
Monday
08:00 – 09:30 am Morning Yoga Flow
5:00 – 6:30 pm Evening Yoga
Tuesday
08:00 – 09:30 am Morning Yoga Flow
5:00 – 6:30 pm Evening Yoga
Wednesday
08:00 – 09:30 am Morning Yoga Flow
4:30 – 6:30 pm Evening Yoga Special
Thursday
08:00 – 09:30 am Closing Circle Morning Yoga Flow
– all levels –
– yoga, coaching, manifestation –
- 4 nights at Hotel Schwarzschmied
- Breakfast at "La Fucina" restaurant
- Lunch or Dinner at our slow food restaurants "La Fucina" or Bistro "Luce" (for an extra charge)
- Yoga equipment (yoga mat, pillow, yoga blocks) provided free of charge
- Grander water in the entire house
- Mobilcard for usage of public transport
Lisa is yoga teacher and spiritual life coach from Munich.
In 2022, she left her permanent position at BMW to follow her heart. Her vision is to guide you into your full strength, to help your light shine brightly, and to empower you to create a life on your own terms. As your companion on this journey, she sees you, listens to you, and creates a safe space filled with warmth and appreciation. She encourages you to simply be yourself, because everything you need is already within you.
Valid until 26. February 2026
Rest and Recharge accompanies you on your journey into deep inner peace – to a place where you can truly perceive yourself, clear your mind, and recharge your batteries. You can expect a mindful combination of active and quiet, restorative yoga sessions, complemented by somatic work, meditation, and coaching tools.
In the mornings, we will have a balancing and cleansing session of meditation, yoga, and somatic techniques. In the afternoons, a calm and regenerative practice awaits you. Depending on the group’s energy and needs it will be enriched with breathwork, coaching tools, somatic exercises, and meditations. Sophia uses yoga not only as a physical practice but as a holistic tool to harmonise the body–mind–soul system.
Outside of the sessions, you can create your own personal programme – from activities in nature to relaxation in the wellness area. Although the retreat has a central theme, it will evolve into an individual journey shaped by the energy of the group, the place, and the moment.
This way whatever disturbs your harmony – be it physical, emotional, mental, or energetic blockages – can dissolve. Energy can flow again, and we perceive this renewed flow as inner clarity, strength, balance, and vitality. This requires peace and time to work with body, breath, mind, and energy. Only when our nervous system feels safe can it relax, release, and realign. Sophia creates the space for this process during the retreat and guides you safely through it.
Program
Thursday
17:00 – approx. 19:00 Arrival, getting to know each other, grounding yoga
Friday
08:00 – 09:30 Balancing Vinyasa Yoga (Yin & Yang) & Somatic Exercises
17:00 – 19:00 Yin-inspired yoga with emotional release, meditation, journaling
Saturday
08:00 – 09:30 Balancing Vinyasa Yoga (Yin & Yang) & Somatic Exercises
17:00 – 19:00 Yin-inspired yoga with emotional release, meditation, journaling
Sunday
08:00 – 09:30 Closing session & sharing
- for all levels -
- Vinyasa Yoga, Yin Yoga, Meditation, Journaling -
- 3 nights at Hotel Schwarzschmied
- Breakfast at “La Fucina”
- Lunch or dinner at our Slow Food restaurants “La Fucina” or Bistro “Luce” (at an extra 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
Sophia is a psychological coach, yoga teacher, and trainer.
Her personal journey led her from a degree in psychology and further training in stress management and NLP, through various fitness and personal trainer certifications, to yoga. She completed her yoga training with Sivananda Yoga (Hatha Yoga), Simon Park (Liquid Flow Yoga / Vinyasa Yoga), and Susan Michel (Yoga Therapy, among others), as well as through additional workshops with teachers such as Mark Stephens and Chad Hamrin.
Since 2015, she has been working full-time as a psychologist, yoga teacher, and trainer in Munich. In 2018, she co-founded the Kale & Cake studio for BodyMind Therapy in Munich together with Sinah Diepold. Since early 2025 she is working as a self-employed yoga teacher and coach.
26. February - 1. March 2026
Immerse yourself in a unique movement experience that combines the foundations of Pilates with the grace of barre training. The "Pilates meets Barre" retreat strengthens your muscles, enhances your flexibility, and lets you experience pure joy in movement.
The blend of dance-inspired sequences and strengthening exercises, accompanied by music, makes this retreat truly one of a kind. Whether you already have experience with Pilates or barre, or simply feel like trying something new, this retreat in beautiful Lana, South Tyrol, will give you not only a deeper body awareness but also a wonderful experience in an idyllic setting surrounded by peace and nature.
Program
Sunday
3:30 PM Get-together with welcome drink
4:30 - 5:45 PM Pilates Evening Flow
Monday
08:30 - 11:00 AM Barre Session "Feel the Rhythm"
5:00 - 6:30 PM Pilates Evening Session
Tuesday
8:30 - 9:45 AM Wake-Up Pilates "Find Your Balance"
5:00 - 6:00 PM Barre Session "Let's Dance"
Wednesday
8:30 - 9:45 AM Wake-Up Pilates "Find Your Balance"
5:00 - 6:00 PM Barre Session "Let's Dance"
Thursday
8:30 - 9:30 AM Pilates Wake-Up Flow
- all levels -
- Pilates, barre -
- 4 nights at Hotel Schwarzschmied
- Daily breakfast at La Fucina
- Lunch or dinner at an additional cost in our Slow Food restaurants La Fucina or Bistro Luce
- Equipment (Pilates mat, bands, balls) provided free of charge
- Grander water available throughout the hotel
- Mobility card for unlimited use of all public transport
- Free bicycle rental
Daniela has been dedicated to the art of movement for over 20 years. With her training as a dancer, she brings a unique passion and depth to her work, and as a mother of two, she knows firsthand how important it is to release stress and find balance in life. In 2012 she founded her Pilates & barre studio (KörperLot) in Munich, and for many years she has also been active as trainer and educator.
