FAQs Yoga Retreats
Here you can find all the frequently asked questions about our Yoga Retreats at Hotel Schwarzschmied - as well as their answers. For further questions dont hesitate to contact us under info@schwarzschmied.com.
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.
What should I pack?
Our yoga rooms are fully equipped with everything you need for your practice: mats, blankets, blocks, bolsters, and straps are all provided. You just have to bring comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. And if you’ve forgotten something or feel like treating yourself, we offer a carefully selected range of Hey Honey yoga clothes.
Is a specific room category included in the retreats?
You can choose from any of our room categories. Whether you're coming alone for some inner exploration, with a partner for a special experience, or with the whole family - you can chose the space that fits your needs.
Can I still cancel my reservation?
Cancellations are possible up to 22 days before arrival. From 21 days prior to arrival, we have to charge the full amount of your booking. We do therefore recommend taking out travel cancellation insurance to be covered in case of unforeseen events.
Here you can find all the frequently asked questions about our Yoga Retreats at Hotel Schwarzschmied - as well as their answers. For further questions dont hesitate to contact us under info@schwarzschmied.com.
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.
What should I pack?
Our yoga rooms are fully equipped with everything you need for your practice: mats, blankets, blocks, bolsters, and straps are all provided. You just have to bring comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. And if you’ve forgotten something or feel like treating yourself, we offer a carefully selected range of Hey Honey yoga clothes.
Is a specific room category included in the retreats?
You can choose from any of our room categories. Whether you're coming alone for some inner exploration, with a partner for a special experience, or with the whole family - you can chose the space that fits your needs.
Can I still cancel my reservation?
Cancellations are possible up to 22 days before arrival. From 21 days prior to arrival, we have to charge the full amount of your booking. We do therefore recommend taking out travel cancellation insurance to be covered in case of unforeseen events.
Our next retreats
Four days dedicated entirely to yourself. Physician and nutrition expert Dr. med. Anne Latz, together with biohacker and tech enthusiast Toan Nguyen, will guide you in discovering what truly benefits your body. The focus is on the key pillars of lifestyle medicine: nutrition, movement, sleep and recovery, stress management, and social connections. You will learn practical, everyday methods and personalized hacks that lead to greater health and well-being in the long term. Dr. Anne Latz will support you in better understanding your body’s needs and integrating healthy routines step by step into your daily life. Toan Nguyen brings inspiration from biohacking, system upgrades, self-experiments, and future theories - for maximum potential and new perspectives.
With their combined approach, Anne Latz and Toan Nguyen clearly convey one thing: longevity is not a luxury - it is a mindset that makes sustainable health possible.
Program
Sunday
17:00 Welcome & Introduction
17:45 Curated Speed Networking
18:30 Shared 3-course slow food dinner at La Fucina
Monday
07:30 – 08:30 Individual biomarker testing slots
08:45 Awakening Yoga with infrared panels
09:30 Longevity breakfast buffet
11:00 Introduction to the fundamentals of longevity & lifestyle medicine
11:30 Energy management, sleep architecture, roadblocks, recovery strategies & practical implementation
13:30 Food & Soul lunch (optional)
14:30 – 16:30 Free time (coaching, spa, nature) and individual biomarker testing slots
16:30 – 17:15 Smudging ritual, optional afterwards: hot/cold contrast therapy
19:00 Shared dinner (3-course slow food)
Tuesday
07:30 – 08:30 Individual biomarker testing slots
08:45 Awakening Yoga with infrared panels
09:30 Longevity breakfast buffet
11:00 Nutrition: metabolic health, blood sugar regulation, practical implementation
13:00 – 13:30 Active break: mobility, glucose walk or functional movement
13:30 Food & Soul lunch (optional)
14:30 – 16:00 Free time (coaching, spa, nature) and individual biomarker testing slots
16:00 – 17:00 Sound bath
19:00 Dinner & social fitness
Wednesday
07:30 – 08:30 Individual biomarker testing slots
08:45 Awakening Yoga with infrared panels
09:30 Longevity breakfast buffet
11:00 Mental health, mindset & stress management, psychoneurobiology, stress resilience, everyday tools
12:30 Self-leadership session, self manifestation
13:30 Food & Soul lunch (optional)
14:00 – 17:00 Final diagnostics, integration, rest, departure preparation
From 17:00 Shared aperitif at the bar
19:00 Shared dinner (3-course slow food)
Thursday
Breakfast and departure
Check-out by 11:00
- 4 nights at Hotel Schwarzschmied
- Daily nourishing breakfast with fresh, local products at “La Fucina”
- 4 dinners at our slow food restaurant “La Fucina” (vegetarian, vegan, lactose-free or gluten-free options available upon request)
- Daily longevity coaching sessions with Dr. Anne Latz, Toan Nguyen, and additional experts
- Daily yoga classes with Boris
- A relaxing sound bath
- A grounding smudging ritual
- Optional biomarker testing (available at an additional cost)
- Yoga equipment (mat, meditation cushion, yoga blocks) provided free of charge
- Access to the spa, pools, saunas, and relaxation areas
- Grander water throughout the entire hotel
- Mobility card for unlimited use of all public transportation
Dr. med. Anne Latz is a specialist in nutritional medicine and holds a doctorate in neuroscience. In 2022, she co-founded the health start-up “Hello Inside”. Active in numerous networks, she advocates for personalized prevention, health promotion and communication, and the fair and smart use of new technologies. Her mission is to help people optimize their eating habits and find individual solutions for their health needs. She is active as a keynote speaker, panelist, and author, and was named among the Top 10 EU Health Tech Influencers in 2024, and in 2025 she was selected for the Bertelsmann Stiftung’s NextGenGesundheit “30 under 40”.
Toan Nguyen is a biohacker, tech enthusiast, and entrepreneur with a passion for self-experiments, wearables, and innovative health strategies. He demonstrates how modern technology, biohacking methods, and scientific insights can help enhance physical performance, mental strength, and overall well-being. His approach combines experimental methods, future-oriented thinking, and high-tech tools to sustainably take health and quality of life to the next level.
Valid until 21. May 2026
You can expect a retreat with a joyful and accessible approach to well-being and health. This includes both Vinyasa flows and fluid movements as well as Yin Yoga, breathwork, and meditation. At the same time, Lili will bring in her background in systemic coaching. A getaway from everyday life – into a colorful world full of peace and inspiration. Between the yoga sessions, you will have time to soak up the sun, explore the beautiful wellness area, and enjoy nature. Use these days to fully reconnect with yourself and to feel your vitality through deep relaxation.
Program
Thursday
16:30 - 18:00 Yoga Afternoon Session Workshop or Yoga Flow
Friday
08:00 - 09:30 Yoga Morning Practice
16:30 - 18:00 Yoga Afternoon Session Workshop or Yoga Flow
Saturday 08:00 - 09:30 Yoga Morning Practice
16:30 - 18:00 Yoga Afternoon Session Workshop or Yoga Flow
Sunday 08:00 - 09:30 Yoga Morning Practice
*program subject to change
- all levels -
- vinyasa yoga, yin yoga, breathwork, meditation -
- 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
Lili loves movement, nature, connection, and personal growth. She enjoys bringing people together and supporting them in shining in their full potential. For her, yoga is the doorway to a space filled with life energy, lightness, and stillness. This led her to the path of teaching yoga and working as a systemic coach. Her classes are characterized by flowing, intuitive movements. She combines challenging asanas with letting go. Smart, balancing sequences and supportive assists are a central part of Lili’s yoga classes, allowing her students to have a lasting and transformative experience.
11. - 14. June 2026
Thais de la Paz will guide you through three days of relaxing yoga sessions, combining yoga practices with meditation and breathing techniques to bring greater well-being and clarity. Each session is dedicated to one element - Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether. In this way, we draw upon the healing qualities of the elements and find inspiration for our yoga and meditation practice, cultivating balance in both body and mind.
Yoga can have a profound impact on many levels of our being. While stretches and asanas keep the body supple, pranayama and meditation help the mind find peace. Thais will guide you toward a deeper dimension of yourself, enriching your life experience in many ways. Enjoy a retreat that will leave you re-energized and full of new perspectives.
Program
Thursday
5:30 - 6:45 pm Restorative Yoga
Friday
8 - 9:30 am Activating Yoga
5:30 - 6:45 pm Restorative Yoga
Saturday
9 - 10:15 am Activating Yoga
5:30 - 6:45 pm Restorative Yoga
Sunday
8 - 9:30 am Activating Yoga
*Program subject to change
- all levels -
- vinyasa yoga, yin yoga, pranayama, meditation -
- 3 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
Born in Munich and raised in southern France and Chile in a multicultural environment, Thais sees herself as a world citizen. For her, yoga is an essential part of a conscious lifestyle in harmony with nature and the rhythms of the year. She studied political science and international law and co-owned the Jaya yoga studio in Munich. Convinced that the power of transformation lies within each individual, she cultivates this power through teaching yoga - one of her greatest passions. She has completed more than 1000 hours of yoga teacher training, immersions, workshops, and therapeutic programs.
