Yoga with... Marja-Lisa Jablonka
Marja is a yoga teacher and systemic coach for positive psychology based in Berlin. In her holistically designed classes, Marja combines flowing movements that promote mobility and flexibility with elements that enhance personal wellbeing. What matters most to her is that participants arrive consciously in the present moment, fully perceive what is, and learn to engage with their body and mind. While her classes are not particularly focused on physical strength, they foster mental resilience, clarity, and a deeper connection to the body.
What role does yoga play in your life?
Yoga has fundamentally changed my life – it’s so much more than just the time on the mat. Through the conscious connection with my body and mind, I’ve gained a deeper understanding of who I am, what I want, and what steps will lead me there. Along the way, I’ve integrated valuable routines into my everyday life, met inspiring people, and let go of old patterns.
What do you hope to share with your students through your classes?
Mental strength develops when we begin to perceive ourselves consciously – with everything that makes us who we are. By aligning with our values, we lay the foundation for a fulfilling life. It’s especially important to me to support people on their journey, to encourage their personal growth, and to give them the confidence that they are already enough. In each class, my students discover a little more of what truly nourishes them – on the mat, in daily life, and in their personal journey.
What would you describe as the core of your philosophy?
A central element of my classes is the connection between movement and insights from positive psychology. With my background as a systemic coach, I bring impulses for a fulfilling and successful life directly onto the mat. Positive psychology is by no means about toxic positivity – rather, it helps us recognize the full spectrum of emotions, consciously use our strengths and values, and deepen our understanding of what gives our lives meaning through the relationships we build.
Marja is a yoga teacher and systemic coach for positive psychology based in Berlin. In her holistically designed classes, Marja combines flowing movements that promote mobility and flexibility with elements that enhance personal wellbeing. What matters most to her is that participants arrive consciously in the present moment, fully perceive what is, and learn to engage with their body and mind. While her classes are not particularly focused on physical strength, they foster mental resilience, clarity, and a deeper connection to the body.
What role does yoga play in your life?
Yoga has fundamentally changed my life – it’s so much more than just the time on the mat. Through the conscious connection with my body and mind, I’ve gained a deeper understanding of who I am, what I want, and what steps will lead me there. Along the way, I’ve integrated valuable routines into my everyday life, met inspiring people, and let go of old patterns.
What do you hope to share with your students through your classes?
Mental strength develops when we begin to perceive ourselves consciously – with everything that makes us who we are. By aligning with our values, we lay the foundation for a fulfilling life. It’s especially important to me to support people on their journey, to encourage their personal growth, and to give them the confidence that they are already enough. In each class, my students discover a little more of what truly nourishes them – on the mat, in daily life, and in their personal journey.
What would you describe as the core of your philosophy?
A central element of my classes is the connection between movement and insights from positive psychology. With my background as a systemic coach, I bring impulses for a fulfilling and successful life directly onto the mat. Positive psychology is by no means about toxic positivity – rather, it helps us recognize the full spectrum of emotions, consciously use our strengths and values, and deepen our understanding of what gives our lives meaning through the relationships we build.
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
Beautiful days await you in a truly special place of calm. Let’s slow down together, strengthen the connection to ourselves, and get in touch with our feelings. Step out of everyday life and dive into your inner world. Time for your self-care practice on all levels:
Body
We bring the body into strength and movement with flowing and dynamic Vinyasa Flow and Intuitive Movements. Yin Yoga and Restorative sessions support you in sinking into deep relaxation and releasing tension. The physical practice brings you back into balance. You will feel freer and lighter and more connected to your body.
Mind
We begin the day in silence with a guided meditation. Gift your mind rest, find clarity, and reduce external stimuli with Yoga Nidra and journaling. Reflect, find stillness, and create inner alignment.
Heart
We also want to do something good for the heart. Together we chant mantras that open your heart and bring you deep into feeling. Let’s dance through the room and let the music touch you.
Soul
In the in-house spa, you can pamper yourself between sessions and let your soul unwind. The special culinary nourishment feeds not only the body but above all the soul. In the loving group, you can share and spend time in community.
Program
Thursday
17:00 Relaxing yoga session
Friday
08:00 Energizing yoga session
17:00 Relaxing yoga session
Saturday
08:00 Energizing yoga session
17:00 Relaxing yoga session
Sunday
08:00 Energizing yoga session
*Program subject to change
– all levels –
– yin yoga, vinyasa yoga, meditation, yoga nidra, journaling, mantras –
- 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) is provided free of charge
- Grander water throughout the house
- Mobility card for using all public transport
Daniela Mühlbauer is an Advanced Yoga Teacher, professional dancer, and social educator. Besides dance, yoga has been her spiritual guide for many years. With over 900 hours of training, she specializes in Vinyasa Flow Yoga. She developed her own concept, Yoga Flow Dance, a fusion of Yoga Flow and Modern Dance. With more than 10 years of experience as a space holder, she leads workshops and retreats both domestically and internationally, as well as dance projects with children and youth. She trains aspiring yoga teachers and works as a lecturer in cultural education and dance pedagogy at the University of Munich.
20. - 23. 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.
23. - 27. November 2025
Do you long to awaken your inner light and fully reconnect with yourself? Amid a daily life full of challenges and distractions, this retreat invites you to pause and create space for your inner radiance. Find clarity, calm, and a deep connection to yourself—and carry this energy into your everyday life. Together, let’s illuminate your inner light to start the year powerfully and fulfilled. Barbara Kittel-Holmgren guides you with her empathetic and inspiring style through morning and evening sessions in Ashtanga Vinyasa Flow, complemented by powerful breathwork specials and inspiring texts. Experience flowing movement, deep mindfulness, and moments of arrival that nurture your inner balance and strength.
Program
Thursday
16:30 - 18:00 Evening yoga session, breathwork specials & meditation
Friday
08:00 - 09:30 Morning yoga session, Ashtanga Vinyasa Flow
16:30 - 18:00 Evening yoga session, breathwork specials & meditation
Saturday
08:00 - 09:30 Morning yoga session, Ashtanga Vinyasa Flow
16:30 - 18:00 Evening yoga session, breathwork specials & meditation
Sunday
08:00 - 09:30 Morning yoga session, Ashtanga Vinyasa Flow
*Program subject to change
- all levels -
- ashtanga, vinyasa yoga, breath, meditation -
- 3 nights at Hotel Schwarzschmied
- Breakfast at "La Fucina"
- Lunch or dinner at our Slow Food restaurants "La Fucina" or Bistro "Luce" (extra charge)
- Yoga equipment (mat, meditation cushion, yoga blocks) provided free of charge
- Grander water throughout the house
- Mobility card for unlimited use of all public transport
Barbara Kittel-Holmgren has been training yoga teachers for over 14 years in the tri-border region around Lake Constance. As an AYI Expert, she brings not only profound knowledge but also teaches yoga as a holistic healing approach—far beyond the physical practice. Her deep connection to nature is palpable in everything she does, whether in the harmonious union of breath and movement on the mat or during silent hikes in the mountains. The insights from her mountaineering adventures, complemented by her Life Trust Coaching training with Veit Lindau, flow into her work and enrich every encounter with new perspectives. Her retreats are an invitation to experience depth, clarity, and joy on all levels.
