one-day Retreat | basel 2027

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winter magic - a women’s day to recharge from within, slow down & reconnect

Basel, January 30, 2027

What to expect

Winter Magic is an intentional pause from everyday life – a day to slow down, recharge and reconnect with yourself.

Look forward to a nourishing blend of Vinyasa-Hatha Yoga, meditation, pranayama and journaling, alongside a variety of mindfulness and awareness practices woven throughout the day, both individually and as a group. Enjoy a warming meal, a shared sauna infusion and time for connection and conversation.

Yoga experience: Suitable for all levels
Languages: All sessions are held in English. During group conversations, we’re also happy to speak German, French or Spanish.

schedule

10:15 – Arrival & Opening Opening circle and meditation, accompanied by warm drinks and a breakfast snack.

12:00–14:00 – Yoga at The Looking Glass A holistic Vinyasa-Hatha yoga session combining pranayama, meditation, journaling, and hands-on assists.

14:15 – Light snack After the yoga session.

14:30 – Silent Walk to HIKI Sauna

15:30–18:00 – Sauna & Aufguss Relax and unwind at HIKI Sauna, with a special sauna infusion led by Jessica, our sauna master.

18:00 – Soup & Closing We’ll end the day with a warming soup and a closing circle at HIKI Sauna.

THE VENUEs

From the bright and spacious yoga studio The Looking Glass, overlooking the Rhine, to the floating HIKI Sauna in Basel’s harbour – two special places that invite you to arrive, take a deep breath and feel at ease. Open, welcoming and relaxed, both embody the spirit of come as you are.

About the Hosts

Martina, yoga teacher and retreat host, smiling in front of a white wall

Martina

As a theater educator and yoga teacher, Martina has always loved working with the body and its different layers.

Her classes are dynamic and strengthening, yet grounding. Playfulness and exploration meet mindful alignment, while breath patterns shape the energy of postures.

Her style blends Vinyasa and Hatha yoga, complemented by mantra singing, Yin yoga, and Yoga Nidra. Her classes are heartfelt, with quiet moments for reflection and integration. A practice that supports clarity, strength, presence, and trust in your own body and voice.

Jessica

I’m Jess, a yoga teacher and the founder of Havna, a sanctuary for yoga, breathwork, meditation and sauna rituals, “a harbour for the human spirit.” I left a corporate career to follow this path and completed several trainings in yoga, meditation, and sauna.

My yoga classes are slow and grounding. I mostly teach hatha and yin, with breathwork and meditation woven in, so people leave calmer than they came in. I’m also a certified Gusmaster, and I love guiding sauna rituals that combine heat, scent and breath.

Pricing & booking

Price

CHF 190

Payment & Deadlines

The full amount must be paid within 15 days of registration.

By prior arrangement, payment can also be made in two instalments.

Available Places

12

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FAQs

  • All women (including trans women), as well as non-binary and agender people who would like to be welcome in this space and are often read as female.


    If you’re unsure whether you feel addressed, feel free to get in touch with us.

  • The exact meeting point in Basel will be shared by email shortly before the retreat.

  • The one-day retreat is suitable for all levels. Some basic experience is beneficial.

  • The sessions will be held in English. During conversations, we're also happy to speak Swiss German, Spanish or French. :)

  • No. Jade yoga mats, blocks, straps, bolsters and eye pillows are provided at the studio.

    Of course, you're welcome to bring your own yoga mat if you prefer.

  • The sauna is textile-free, so no swimwear. You don’t have to be naked, though: you’re welcome to wear a towel if you prefer.

    • Journal / notebook

    • Flip-flops (or slippers)

    • Bathrobe or poncho for outside the sauna (if you don’t have one, you can rent one at the sauna for CHF 9)

    • One towel. The sauna provides a second one, so you’ll have one to sit or lie on and one to wrap around you.

  • The entire retreat day is included in the price. You only need to arrange your own transport to and from the day-retreat.

  • The day retreat is limited to 12 participants.

  • In case of cancellation, refunds are not available.

    However, you’re welcome to transfer your spot to someone else who can attend the retreat in your place.