Art & Zen Retreat - May 14-17 in the French Alps
Schedule
Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm
UTC+02:00Location
Chalet Beauceron | Bex, VD
About this Event
More info: innershiftpsychology.com/events
- Thursday, May 14, 20263:00 PM to Sunday, May 17, 202612:00 PM
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Morzine / Avoriaz, Haute-Savoie (France)
May 14–17, 2026 • 4 days / 3 nights
Ascension week — perfect for the long-weekend “pont”
Find calm, space, and presence
Five unhurried days in the Alps to breathe, move, and reset. Expect grounded yoga & meditation, mindful time in nature, guided mountain walks, nourishing chef-prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), and playful creative arts sessions—all in a serene, luxurious alpine setting.
Your hosts
- Leslie — Integrative Therapist, Yoga Teacher & Zen Practitioner
IG: @inner.shift.psychology - Damian McArthur — Fine-dining private chef
IG: @dining_direct, @saucesdusoleil - Kimberly Francis — Artist & workshop host, holistic food enthusiastIG: @wwt.francis_art_
Our hosts speak English and French.
What’s included
- 3 nights in a cosy alpine chalet (all rooms can be set up as twin beds)
- Daily yoga & meditation (morning flow for strength & balance; evening restorative & relaxing)
- Guided hikes or snowshoeing with our mountain guide Marion (@mountain_explaura)
- Creativity session with Kimberly (guided drawing / creative exploration; materials provided)
- Chef-prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day + snacks/tea/coffee
- Linens, towels, and final cleaning
Not included: travel to/from the chalet, travel insurance, optional café stops/massages/add-ons, alcohol (this retreat is alcohol-free).
Sample daily rhythm (flexible)
- 07:00 Sunrise yoga + meditation
- 08:30 Breakfast
- 9:30 Guided hike
- 12:30 Lunch at chalet or packed lunch for longer hikes
- 15:00 Creativity session or relaxed free time
- 18:00 Restorative yoga
- 19:30 Dinner + sunset
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Rooms & pricing (4 days)
- Shared (per person): €790
- Private (single-occupancy): €1,085 (Shared rate + €295 single-occupancy supplement)
Discounts (non-stacking)
- Early-bird: –€100 if booked by February 15, 2026 (23:59 CET)
- Returner: –€100 if you attended our last retreat
- Bring a Friend: €100 refund for you if you bring a friend
Discounts are non-stacking (choose one). Limited availability.
Booking & payments
- Deposit: 50% to reserve your spot
- Balance due: 30 days before arrival (April 14, 2026)
Cancellation & refunds
- Full refund up to 2 months before arrival (by March 14, 2026)
- 50% refund from March 15 – April 14, 2026
- No refunds from April 15, 2026 onward
- Name changes welcome: you may transfer your spot to a suitable replacement up to 7 days before arrival
- If we must cancel (e.g., force majeure), you’ll receive a full refund of amounts paid
Getting there
- Location: Morzine / Avoriaz, Haute-Savoie, France
- Nearest major airport: Geneva (GVA)
- Exact address and detailed directions provided upon booking. Car-pooling often emerges in the group chat a few weeks before.
What to bring
Yoga wear, warm layers, waterproof jacket, hiking shoes and poles (if you have them), small backpack, reusable water bottle, swimsuit (if sauna/hot tub), notebook/journal, earplugs if you’re sharing a room.
FAQs
- Is this suitable for beginners? Yes—options and adjustments are offered. Please share injuries or specific needs in advance.
- Can I come solo? Absolutely. We can pair you in a shared twin, or you can choose a private room.
- Food preferences? We can accommodate most needs with notice (vegetarian, vegan, GF, DF). Our cuisine leans plant-based, but we will decide according to the dietary preferences of the group. Meals will always be healthy and freshly prepared. Please flag severe allergies at booking.
- Alcohol? No alcohol. We don’t serve alcohol and ask participants to refrain during the retreat.
- Weather? We adapt the program (indoor practices/creative time); hikes may shift day or duration.
Ready to join us?
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Email [email protected] or DM @inner.shift.psychology for any questions.
We’ll confirm your spot, send the invoice & T&Cs, and hold your place for 48 hours pending deposit.
Where is it happening?
Chalet Beauceron, 4975C Route d'Avoriaz, Bex, SwitzerlandEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
EUR 790.00 to EUR 1085.00



