Yoga with... Bryony Cecil
Bryony is yoga teacher, retreat facilitator, and writer with over 700 hours of training and more than 2000 hours of teaching experience. Her work is rooted in classical yogic philosophy and inspired by the art of self-inquiry. For her, the mat is a mirror - a space where movement, breath, and stillness reveal the subtler layers of our inner world.
Her classes are all about creating space - physically, mentally, and emotionally. She therefore focuses on breath-led movement, mindful transitions, and moments of self-inquiry woven throughout. She creates balance between effort and ease: strength without force, softness without collapse. Whether it’s a dynamic flow or a yin class, you can expect thoughtful sequencing, grounding energy, and space to reflect.
What role does yoga play in your life?
Yoga is my anchor. It helps me come back to myself again and again. It’s not just something I do on the mat; it’s a way of living. It reminds me to move through life with more presence, honesty, and softness even when things get hard.
What do you hope to share with your students in your yoga classes?
I hope my classes feel like a space to just be. No pressure to perform, no need to be perfect, just an invitation to show up as you are. I want to help people find that sweet spot between effort and surrender, so they can leave my classes feeling more grounded, clear, and connected to themselves.
What would you describe as the core of your philosophy?
For me, yoga isn’t about fixing or improving ourselves, it’s about remembering what’s already whole. My teaching is rooted in compassion, curiosity, and that ongoing dance between doing and being. I try to hold space where people feel supported to explore their own path, both on and off the mat.
Bryony is yoga teacher, retreat facilitator, and writer with over 700 hours of training and more than 2000 hours of teaching experience. Her work is rooted in classical yogic philosophy and inspired by the art of self-inquiry. For her, the mat is a mirror - a space where movement, breath, and stillness reveal the subtler layers of our inner world.
Her classes are all about creating space - physically, mentally, and emotionally. She therefore focuses on breath-led movement, mindful transitions, and moments of self-inquiry woven throughout. She creates balance between effort and ease: strength without force, softness without collapse. Whether it’s a dynamic flow or a yin class, you can expect thoughtful sequencing, grounding energy, and space to reflect.
What role does yoga play in your life?
Yoga is my anchor. It helps me come back to myself again and again. It’s not just something I do on the mat; it’s a way of living. It reminds me to move through life with more presence, honesty, and softness even when things get hard.
What do you hope to share with your students in your yoga classes?
I hope my classes feel like a space to just be. No pressure to perform, no need to be perfect, just an invitation to show up as you are. I want to help people find that sweet spot between effort and surrender, so they can leave my classes feeling more grounded, clear, and connected to themselves.
What would you describe as the core of your philosophy?
For me, yoga isn’t about fixing or improving ourselves, it’s about remembering what’s already whole. My teaching is rooted in compassion, curiosity, and that ongoing dance between doing and being. I try to hold space where people feel supported to explore their own path, both on and off the mat.
Yoga Teacher in Residence
We are always expecting a variety of talented yoga teachers to create our open classes at Schwarzschmied and stay here as resident yoga teachers. Each of them brings their unique style and expertise to offer our guests an enriching yoga experience. You can look forward to varied offerings for your wellbeing and relaxation.
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We are always expecting a variety of talented yoga teachers to create our open classes at Schwarzschmied and stay here as resident yoga teachers. Each of them brings their unique style and expertise to offer our guests an enriching yoga experience. You can look forward to varied offerings for your wellbeing and relaxation.
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Our next Retreats
This winter, we invite you to a retreat that goes far beyond a simple break – it is a return to yourself. We begin each day gently with functional movement, somatics, meditation, and breathwork – yoga practices that energise without overwhelming, and ground without weighing down. After a nourishing breakfast, we invite you to explore the surroundings on quiet snow walks and meditative hikes. We go together or alone, in silence, letting ourselves be guided by the rhythm of nature.
Afternoons offer time to rest, enjoy the spa and sauna, curl up with a book, write, or simply do nothing. Those who wish can take part in optional afternoon workshops – from restorative yoga and intention setting to guided body-based meditations and reflection practices.
When the sun sinks behind the mountains, we gather for evening sessions: slower, more tranquil practices such as yin yoga, candlelit meditations, or gentle breathwork that soothes the nervous system and prepares the body for sleep.
Meals at Schwarzschmied are an essential part of the experience – lovingly prepared, thoughtful, seasonal dishes that nourish both body and soul. The kitchen values mindful, local ingredients, with vegetarian options.
This retreat is not about escaping your life, but about remembering who you are within it. It is an invitation to soften, to breathe, to feel, and to reconnect not only with your own inner rhythm but also with the beauty of nature. No prior experience is needed. We look forward to sharing this time with you.
PROGRAM
Thursday
17:00 – 18:30 Evening Practice
Friday
08:00 – 09:30 Morning Practice
17:00 – 18:30 Evening Practice
Saturday
08:00 – 09:30 Morning Practice
17:00 – 18:30 Evening Practice
Sunday
08:00 – 09:30 Morning Practice
*Program subject to change
– All levels –
– Mindfulness, journaling, reflective yoga, meditation –
- 3 nights at Hotel Schwarzschmied
- Breakfast at “La Fucina”
- Lunch or dinner in our Slow Food restaurants “La Fucina” or Bistro “Luce” (for an extra charge)
- 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
Original Feelings is known for creating spaces filled with depth, warmth, and presence. Our retreats are carefully curated and offer more than just yoga – they give you the opportunity to remember what it feels like to slow down, breathe deeply, and connect with what truly matters.
The retreat is led by Brooklyn Reardon, Senior Teacher and long-standing member of the Original Feelings team. With her grounded presence, intuitive way of teaching, and her ability to fill a room with depth and softness, Brooklyn guides you on a journey that supports both your body and your heart.
12. - 15. February 2026
Spring Cleaning for Body & Soul: When nature blossoms again in spring, it’s your time to shine as well. Leave behind the darkness and heaviness of winter, and start the new season feeling fit and free. February is the perfect time for a reset and retreat. Re-Treat yourself!
This retreat detoxes, relaxes, and nourishes you on a physical, emotional, and mental level. Surrounded by stunning mountain scenery and an extra dose of Dolce Vita, we’ll leave behind the worries and rush of everyday life for four days. Instead, we’ll let our souls unwind, release what weighs us down, and enjoy being pampered at La Fucina with healthy, freshly prepared delights.
Programm
Sunday
16:30 – Yoga
17:30 – Welcome Circle
Monday
08:00 – Good Morning Yoga & Intention Setting
17:00 – Coaching Circle
17:30 – Yoga & Meditation
Tuesday
08:00 – Good Morning Yoga & Intention Setting
17:00 – Coaching Circle
17:30 – Yoga & Meditation
20:30 – Fire Ritual – burning what no longer serves you
Wednesday
08:00 – Good Morning Yoga & Intention Setting
17:00 – Coaching Circle
17:30 – Yoga & Meditation
Thursday
08:00 – Good Morning Yoga & Closing Ceremony
10:00 – Shared Breakfast, official end of the retreat
- 4 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
Charlotte is a 700h+ certified yoga teacher, offering classes in Munich, Vienna, and through her online studio the bufler way. For her, yoga is not just a workout – it is a philosophy and a movement towards a healthier, happier, and more authentic life. Charlotte fuses traditional and innovative yoga techniques with science, ease, and humor. Because life is too short for dogmas and doctrines. For her, the right inner attitude is just as important as the correct physical posture.
15. - 19. February 2026
Three days just for you, Mama. No childcare, no to-do lists, no “having to function.” Just time for yourself, your body, and your mind – to recharge, breathe, and reconnect with yourself. Whether your child is still a baby or already at school, this retreat is for you if you long for a pause to return full of energy.
Perhaps you want to come with your best friend or treat yourself to this special break alone. For everything we mothers do every day, we deserve to consciously put ourselves first for once.
In our movement sessions, you can adjust the level and intensity at any time – no Pilates experience is necessary. We work the entire body, strengthen the pelvic floor and core, improve mobility and posture. You’ll break a sweat while sinking into a focused, relaxed atmosphere. Of course, there’s plenty of space for relaxation: time at the pool, on a sun lounger, in the spa, or simply with a good book.
In our Women Circle, we discuss topics that matter to you as a mother, exchange experiences, and offer insights that help you return to everyday life feeling strong. In the Coaching Circle, we focus individually on your needs: we address discomfort, show you targeted exercises to reach your goals or relieve tension. On request, diastasis recti can be addressed, or pelvic floor questions clarified.
Our goal: You return home with fully charged mama-batteries, more ease, and inner calm.
Program
Thursday
16:00 – 17:15 Women Circle
17:15 – 18:00 Mobility & Stretch
Friday
08:30 – 09:30 Morning Pilates
15:00 – 16:00 Women Circle
16:00 – 17:00 Evening Pilates Flow
Saturday
09:00 – 10:00 Morning Pilates
16:00 – 17:00 Evening Pilates Flow
Sunday
09:00 – 10:00 Morning Pilates
- for mothers, all levels -
- pilates, mobility, pelvic floor strengthening, coaching & women circle -
- 3 nights at Hotel Schwarzschmied
- Breakfast at “La Fucina”
- Lunch or dinner in our Slow Food restaurants “La Fucina” or Bistro “Luce” (for an extra charge)
- 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
Little by Little is a Movement & Lifestyle studio in Munich, founded in 2021 by Amalie Obitz Mogensen and Juliane Doyle. Both are mothers of two and know the mental and physical challenges of everyday motherhood from personal experience – and from their daily work with mothers in the studio’s classes, workshops, and retreats. The two lead the retreat with understanding, expertise, and plenty of empathy.
