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  • December

    • Opening the Eye, Unfolding the Heart – Winter Retreat

      27 December 2025 – 3 January 2026

      With: Jessica Sarapoff

      During this retreat, we invite you on a joyful and profound path of exploration where contemplative photography, creativity, mindfulness, and the beauty of the world come together in a single dance.

       
  • February

    • Kado-Ikebana: A two-day introduction

      28 February 2026 – 1 March 2026

      With: Marcia Shibata

      A two-day programme open to all. Discover the Way of Flowers through the contemplative floral practice of Kado-Ikebana! No experience or equipment necessary.

       
    • Kado-Ikebana: 5-day course

      27 February 2026 – 5 March 2026

      With: Marcia Shibata

      This course includes the Kado-Ikebana two-day programme, adding an extra three days to deepen your practice.

       
    • March

      • Awakening the Five Freedoms within the Mandala of Space

        18 March 2026 – 29 March 2026

        With: Lee Worley

        Join us for a 10-day Mudra & Maitri Space Awareness Retreat. Open to all.

         
    • April

      • Traditional Chinese Qigong Retreat • Levels 1 & 2

        5 April 2026 – 6 April 2026

        With: Damien Sauvezie

        Cultivate strength of body and calmness of mind through the practice of Qigong as presented by two distinct Taoist schools. Open to all. Taught in French.

         
      • Traditional Chinese Qigong Retreat • Level 3

        7 April 2026 – 8 April 2026

        With: Mathias Pongracz

        Cultivate strength of body and calmness of mind through the practice of qigong as presented by two distinct Taoist schools. Prerequisite Level 1 & 2

         
        • Traditional Chinese Qigong Retreat • Level 4

          9 April 2026 – 10 April 2026

          With: Adrian Kobelt

          Cultivate strength of body and calmness of mind through the practice of qigong as presented by two distinct Taoist schools. Prerequisite Level 3

           
          • Qigong for Spinal Health

            11 April 2026 – 12 April 2026

            With: Eva Wong

            This programme is open to all who have completed Qigong levels 1 - 4.

             
            • Qigong level 7 – Part 1 – The cultivation and transmutation of jing

              12 April 2026 – 18 April 2026

              With: Eva Wong

              This programme is only open to advanced students of Eva Wong (graduates of Level 6). Please see the detailed requirements below.

               
            • July

              • Kyudo: The Way of the Bow – Advanced

                21 July 2026 – 1 August 2026

                With: Max Baltin

                Kyudo intensive for advanced Kyudo practitioners.

                 
              • Kyudo: The Way of the Bow – Open to all

                26 July 2026 – 1 August 2026

                With: Max Baltin

                Open to all - a living tradition of contemplative archery.

                 
 

    Local programmes

    • Sunday Meditation for All

      11 January 2026

      With: Catherine Eveillard, Tessa Racine

      A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.

       
    • Sunday Meditation for All

      1 February 2026

      With: Catherine Eveillard

      A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.

       
    • Birth of the warrior – Shambhala Training Level 2 – Open to All

      21 February 2026 – 22 February 2026

      With: Sylvie Deraime

      Having experienced a taste of basic goodness in Level 1, we want to go forward. Meditation practice allows us to observe how we create a cocoon of habit. Taught in French (translation upon request).

       
    • Sunday Meditation for All

      1 March 2026

      With: Tessa Racine

      A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.

       
    • Sunday Meditation for All

      12 April 2026

      A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.

       

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