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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.
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.
Charlotte Bufler
15 to 21 March 2025
Charlotte, experienced 700hrs+ yoga teacher, combines femininity with Vinyasa Flow. She leads from business to inner and offers Vinyasa Flow, Awakening Yoga, Yin, Restorative and Therapeutic Yoga. Her inspiration comes from training with Simon Park, Patrick Beach, Biff Mithoefer, Annie Carpenter and Gabriela Bozic. Charlotte emphasises not only posture, but also a motivating smile in her classes.
15 to 21 March 2025
Charlotte, experienced 700hrs+ yoga teacher, combines femininity with Vinyasa Flow. She leads from business to inner and offers Vinyasa Flow, Awakening Yoga, Yin, Restorative and Therapeutic Yoga. Her inspiration comes from training with Simon Park, Patrick Beach, Biff Mithoefer, Annie Carpenter and Gabriela Bozic. Charlotte emphasises not only posture, but also a motivating smile in her classes.
Additional Workshops with Charlotte Buffler
Matthäa Mollenhauer
21 March to 12 April 2025
Matthäa is a yoga and meditation teacher based in Berlin. Yoga is an integral part of her life, and teaching brings her peace, joy, and fulfillment. In her Vinyasa classes, she teaches intuitive movements with a strong focus on the connection between body and mind. The practice is complemented by breathing exercises and guided meditation. Her passion lies in the essence of Yin Yoga, where she creates a safe space for you to surrender to the softness of body and mind while fostering the flow of Chi, the life force. She works in harmony with the meridians and incorporates acupressure based on Traditional Chinese Medicine to enrich the practice.
Matthäa starts the mornings with flowing Vinyasa Yoga, awakening body and mind, fostering mental clarity, and building strength and flexibility. In the evenings, she invites you to gentle Yin Yoga to release tension, harmonize energy flow, and find inner calm. This practice prepares you for restful sleep and inner balance.
21 March to 12 April 2025
Matthäa is a yoga and meditation teacher based in Berlin. Yoga is an integral part of her life, and teaching brings her peace, joy, and fulfillment. In her Vinyasa classes, she teaches intuitive movements with a strong focus on the connection between body and mind. The practice is complemented by breathing exercises and guided meditation. Her passion lies in the essence of Yin Yoga, where she creates a safe space for you to surrender to the softness of body and mind while fostering the flow of Chi, the life force. She works in harmony with the meridians and incorporates acupressure based on Traditional Chinese Medicine to enrich the practice.
Matthäa starts the mornings with flowing Vinyasa Yoga, awakening body and mind, fostering mental clarity, and building strength and flexibility. In the evenings, she invites you to gentle Yin Yoga to release tension, harmonize energy flow, and find inner calm. This practice prepares you for restful sleep and inner balance.
Additional Workshops with Matthäa Mollenhauer
Caroline Sølver
16 to 23 May 2025
Caroline’s classes take a holistic approach, integrating breathwork, mindfulness, and dynamic movement with seamless transitions. Expect a challenging yet playful practice that incorporates balance postures and extends beyond traditional Vinyasa flows by including mobility exercises and strength-building sequences. Her teaching not only enhances strength and endurance but also supports joint health and functional movement, ensuring a balanced and sustainable practice.
Caroline ist from Copenhagen, has lived in Berlin and New York and works as a travel journalist alongside her yoga practice. During her time at Schwarzschmied, she will be offering daily yoga classes in the morning and evening.
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16 to 23 May 2025
Caroline’s classes take a holistic approach, integrating breathwork, mindfulness, and dynamic movement with seamless transitions. Expect a challenging yet playful practice that incorporates balance postures and extends beyond traditional Vinyasa flows by including mobility exercises and strength-building sequences. Her teaching not only enhances strength and endurance but also supports joint health and functional movement, ensuring a balanced and sustainable practice.
Caroline ist from Copenhagen, has lived in Berlin and New York and works as a travel journalist alongside her yoga practice. During her time at Schwarzschmied, she will be offering daily yoga classes in the morning and evening.
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Sandra Winkens
16 to 30 November 2025
Sandra lives in Berlin and brings over 10 years of teaching experience and more than 20 years of personal practice in yoga and meditation. Her training includes Vinyasa/Hatha, Kundalini, and Yin Yoga, complemented by numerous further education courses, including her qualification as an Ayurveda Lifestyle Coach.
In the morning, she guides an energizing practice with powerful Hatha Yoga and flowing Vinyasa sequences that harmoniously connect breath and movement while clearing the mind. In the evening, a gentle blend of Yin Yoga and targeted breathing exercises soothes the nervous system and promotes deep relaxation. In addition to group classes, Sandra also offers private yoga and meditation sessions. Furthermore, she supports you with guidance on nutrition, aromatherapy, and a healthy, natural lifestyle.
16 to 30 November 2025
Sandra lives in Berlin and brings over 10 years of teaching experience and more than 20 years of personal practice in yoga and meditation. Her training includes Vinyasa/Hatha, Kundalini, and Yin Yoga, complemented by numerous further education courses, including her qualification as an Ayurveda Lifestyle Coach.
In the morning, she guides an energizing practice with powerful Hatha Yoga and flowing Vinyasa sequences that harmoniously connect breath and movement while clearing the mind. In the evening, a gentle blend of Yin Yoga and targeted breathing exercises soothes the nervous system and promotes deep relaxation. In addition to group classes, Sandra also offers private yoga and meditation sessions. Furthermore, she supports you with guidance on nutrition, aromatherapy, and a healthy, natural lifestyle.
Additional Workshops with Sandra Wilkens
November 22: Kundalini Detox
Using the powerful techniques of Kundalini Yoga, we strengthen the nervous system, balance the glandular system, and activate the flow of our life energy. Kundalini Yoga combines dynamic and flowing exercises with still postures, breathing techniques (Pranayama), mudras, eye focus, and mantras to bring harmony to body, mind, and soul. This practice promotes detoxification, supports the lymphatic system, and boosts the immune system.
November 29: Ayurveda Workshop
Strengthen your inner balance through Ayurvedic principles and essential oils. You'll receive an introduction to the basics of Ayurveda, an assessment of your individual dosha type, and recognition of possible imbalances. We'll explore the effects of essential oils and apply them practically. With mindfulness exercises, rituals, and the Tri Dosha practice – including breathing techniques, yoga asanas, and meditation – you'll learn how to enhance your inner harmony in everyday life.
November 22: Kundalini Detox
Using the powerful techniques of Kundalini Yoga, we strengthen the nervous system, balance the glandular system, and activate the flow of our life energy. Kundalini Yoga combines dynamic and flowing exercises with still postures, breathing techniques (Pranayama), mudras, eye focus, and mantras to bring harmony to body, mind, and soul. This practice promotes detoxification, supports the lymphatic system, and boosts the immune system.
November 29: Ayurveda Workshop
Strengthen your inner balance through Ayurvedic principles and essential oils. You'll receive an introduction to the basics of Ayurveda, an assessment of your individual dosha type, and recognition of possible imbalances. We'll explore the effects of essential oils and apply them practically. With mindfulness exercises, rituals, and the Tri Dosha practice – including breathing techniques, yoga asanas, and meditation – you'll learn how to enhance your inner harmony in everyday life.
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Let yourself be carried away into a world of relaxation and renewal - book your stay at the Schwarzschmied and experience our unique yoga teacher residency programme. Discover yoga in its most beautiful form, surrounded by inspiring nature and experienced teachers.
Book now
Let yourself be carried away into a world of relaxation and renewal - book your stay at the Schwarzschmied and experience our unique yoga teacher residency programme. Discover yoga in its most beautiful form, surrounded by inspiring nature and experienced teachers.
Book now
Yoga Retreats
Immerse yourself in a truly special movement experience that combines the principles of Pilates with the elegance of Barre training. The "Pilates meets Barre" retreat strengthens your muscles, enhances your flexibility, and allows you to rediscover the pure joy of movement. The combination of dance-inspired movements, strengthening exercises, and music makes these sessions dynamic workouts that not only improve your body awareness but also feel liberating and deeply relaxing.
This retreat with Daniela Thoms offers an active challenge for your body while providing an inspiring escape for your mind in an idyllic setting full of tranquility and breathtaking nature. Whether you already have experience with Pilates or Barre or are simply looking to try something new, Daniela's classes are suitable for all levels.
Program
Thursday
3:30 PM Get-together with welcome drink
4:30 - 5:45 PM Pilates Evening Flow
Friday
10:00 - 11:00 AM Barre Session "Feel the Rhythm"
5:00 - 6:30 PM Pilates Evening Session
Saturday
8:30 - 9:45 AM Wake-Up Pilates "Find Your Balance"
5:00 - 6:00 PM Barre Session "Let's Dance"
Sunday
8:30 - 9:00 AM Pilates Wake-Up Flow
9:00 - 10:00 AM Barre Session "Show Time"
Daniela has been dedicated to the art of movement for over 20 years, inspiring countless people along the way. As a mother of two, she knows firsthand how important it is to relieve stress and find balance in life.
She founded her Pilates & Barre studio, KörperLot, in Munich in 2012 and has been working as a Pilates & Barre instructor at an academy for many years. With her background as a professional dancer, Daniela brings a unique passion and depth to her classes.
Hier wartet Zeit für dich - inmitten charmanter Landschaft, verknüpft mit Yogapraktiken, die dich jenseits deines Alltags ganz bei dir ankommen lassen. Nadeen unterrichtet Anusara-Yoga, bei dem neben feiner Körperausrichtung ein inspirierendes Thema mit in jede Klasse eingewoben wird. Nach einer Morgenmeditation fließen wir in eine dynamischere Klasse und kommen ganz in unserem Körper und unserer Kraft an. In den ruhigeren Abendklassen kannst du über Asanas und Atem in eine tiefere Begegnung mit dir selbst finden. Du kannst in diesen Tagen frei und leicht in deiner Lebensfreude fließen und tiefer in dich hineinspüren, um Klarheit und Antworten zu finden. Nadeen heißt dich mit offenem Herzen genau so willkommen, wie du in dem Moment gerade bist. Fühle dich frei, dir den Raum und die Zeit so zu nehmen, wie du es gerade brauchst.
Programm
Montag
17:00 - 18:15 Uhr ruhige Abendklasse, Atemübungen
Dienstag
08:15 - 10:00 Uhr Morgenmeditation, dynamische Klasse
17:00 - 18:15 Uhr ruhige Abendklasse, Atemübungen
Mittwoch
08:15 - 10:00 Uhr Morgenmeditation, dynamische Klasse
freier Nachmittag/Abend
Donnerstag
08:15 - 10:00 Uhr Morgenmeditation, dynamische Klasse
17:00 - 18:15 Uhr ruhige Abendklasse, Atemübungen
Freitag
08:15 - 09:45 Uhr Morgenmeditation, dynamische Klasse
Nadeen praktiziert Yoga seit über 20 Jahren und hat mehrere Yogalehrer-Ausbildungen sowie zahlreiche Fortbildungen absolviert. Ihr Weg führte sie vom Poweryoga zum Anusara Yoga mit seiner feinen Ausrichtung und inspirierenden Herzthemen. Sie drang ein in die Tiefen der Yogatherapie und -philosophie. Ihr Unterrichtsstil ist authentisch und undogmatisch, mal fröhlich-leicht, mal mit viel Raum zum Nachspüren und Ergründen der inneren Räume. Auf die Klassenthemen abgestimmte Musik unterstützt eine tiefere Resonanz und ihre menschenfreundliche Art macht es leicht, sich fallen zu lassen.
www.nadeenmirza.com.
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
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.
