5-day Yoga retreat in Heimbach, Eifel
Reconnect, Release, Revitalize
Escape the noise, immerse yourself in nature, and embark on a journey of self-discovery and deep relaxation. Designed to nurture your body, mind, and spirit our 5-day Yoga retreat in the serene Eifel region offers you a unique opportunity to unwind, reconnect, and deepen your practice in a peaceful, supportive environment.
Why join this retreat?
- Escape your busy life & recharge
- Treat your body, mind and soul
- Find stillness in the Eifel National park and connect with nature
- Learn from teachers who live what they teach
- Take a step to learn about Yoga
- Find a way to life a harmonious life
- Connect with yourself and your inner guidance
- Be with like-minded souls
- Enjoy home-cooked meals prepared with love
- Laugh together, cry together build your community
Retreat Highlights
Our Yoga retreat is designed for everyone looking for a comprehensive experience that supports physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Whether you’re hoping to de-stress, deepen your Yoga practice, or simply recharge in nature, this retreat is crafted to provide exactly what you need.
Each day offers a thoughtfully designed Yoga asana practice with balancing sequences to increase flexibility and strength. We provide modifications to suit all levels, ensuring you find comfort and growth in every session.
Yoga styles included:
- Traditional Hatha Yoga
- Yin Yoga
- Restorative Yoga
Begin each morning with guided meditation and pranayama to center your mind, calm the nervous system, and prepare you for a mindful day. These practices aim to deepen self-awareness, reduce stress, balance the energies and bring clarity and calm into each moment.
This retreat encourages self-reflection through daily journaling giving you specific questions to work with. This gives you space to explore insights, get a deeper understanding of yourself, cultivate awareness, and track your personal growth.
Reconnect with nature through mindful walks and forest bathing in the serene landscapes of the Eifel National Park. These guided sessions are designed to ground you in the present, enhance your sensual awareness, and deepen your sense of connection with the natural world.
Deepen your understanding of Yoga’s impact on both body and mind with two insightful workshops in this Yoga retreat.
In Yoga Anatomy, we’ll focus on the connection between Yoga and the nervous system, exploring how Yoga postures, breathwork, and relaxation techniques influence physical and mental well-being. In the Yoga Philosophy workshop, we’ll dive into the Eight Limbs of Yoga – a foundational guide for leading a balanced, mindful life, both on and off the mat.
Together, these workshops provide practical insights to enrich your practice and your life!
Experience a unique five-element cleansing ritual that aligns you with earth, water, fire, air, and ether energies. This practice is designed to purify both body and mind, leaving you feeling refreshed, balanced, and deeply connected to nature’s elements.
Experience deep relaxation through Yoga Nidra, a guided relaxation technique often called “yogic sleep.” In Yoga Nidra, you’ll be guided into a state between sleep and wakefulness, allowing your body and mind to release tension and rest deeply. This practice reduces stress, improves sleep, and promotes healing by taking you into a state of profound relaxation and rejuvenation.
The sounds created by the Tibetan singing bowls help to balance your energy, clear mental and emotional blocks, and foster a meditative state.
Time Schedule
The time schedule is not fixed and can change according to location, teacher availability, weather conditions and general situation.
07:00 – 07:30 am
Pranayama & Meditation
07:30 – 09:00 AM
Asana practice
09:00 – 09:15 AM
Journaling time
09:15 – 11:00 AM
Breakfast
11:00 – 12:30 pm
Themed workshop
12:30 – 01:30 pm
Free time
01:30 – 03:00 pm
Lunch
03:00 – 04:30 pm
Nature Walk / Forest Bathing / Element cleansing
05:00 – 06:00 pm
Afternoon Yoga
06:30 – 07:30 pm
Dinner
07:30 – 09:00 pm
Sound Healing / Yoga Nidra / Evening activities
Upcoming Dates
Accommodation & Course Packages
We genuinely value direct bookings with us as they help us provide you with the best possible experience.
You can make a deposit of €200 to book a spot. If something goes wrong, changing
your dates is free and easy
We have been with Yoga Alliance since 2017
Read Our Reviews - Anandam Yoga School
What Our Customer Say About Us
The classes were rigorously structured, combining traditional and modern understandings of yoga and not just focusing on the asanas. This enabled a deeper understanding of practice and aided in our own personal journey and growth throughout the three weeks.
Our teachers were of the highest standard I have experienced, they really knew their stuff! They allowed time for open and honest conversations. Emotionally they were very supportive, always in contact whenever we needed them. Always with a smile on their faces and getting to understand us as individuals.
All the classes were accessible for all levels, I would highly recommended this yoga school to everyone wishing to broaden their understanding of Yoga in its entirety.
Sane Andrews
UK
Authentic, humble honest. I did have the best experience here with such safe and comforting teachers. The groups are small the lessons are full with valuable information.
Yoga Philosophy being thought by Sandeep, a native indian who grew up with yoga since he is a child and lives it with his whole heart is such a special, unique and most important authentic and honest experience which is hard to find in any other schools around Bali.
Katharina is also a wonderful devoted teacher and it is nice to see this balance of both it helps to understand.
I wouldn‘t go to any other school and I would love to join many more of Anandam Yoga School courses.
Thank you very much🙏
Marina Peter
Austria
Anandam yoga school is amazing!!! I learned so much from them. Ankur was an incredible teacher and was very knowledgeable in all aspects of yoga, asanas, pranayama, hatha, vinyasa, etc.
I absolutely loved this authentic yoga teacher training. I wanted to learn yoga from someone who knew the roots of yoga from India and Ankur taught that and more!
I feel like I gained an even deeper love and appreciation for yoga through this experience which I didn’t even know was possible.
They pushed me to be the best that I could be and I will always be grateful for that. The course taught me a lot and I am looking forward to teaching in my community back home!!
I would absolutely recommend Anandam Yoga School. They have a wonderful environment centered on learning and growing!
Amella Pena
USA
Lovely teachers with such an in-depth knowledge about Yoga. I have learned so much and enjoyed every minute learning here.
My Yoga practice will be so so different after this training. Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom and holding such a beautiful space for us.
10/10 would recommend 😉
Evelyn Toma
Germany
I just finished my 200h Yoga teacher training with Anandam Yoga School and I couldn't be happier.
It was such a nice and meaningful experience for me. I learned so much about Yoga in these three weeks.Katharina, Sandeep and Ankur are amazing teachers and it felt like a family to spent time with them and the other students. Their knowledge about philosophy, anatomy, asanas and also ayurveda and pranayama and meditation is impressive!
I enjoyed every day of the training so much and I am so thankful I found Anandam Yoga School to do it there.
I would definitely recommend to do the Yoga teacher trainig here and to experience this wonderful journey with Anandam.
Thank you so much Katharina, Sandeep and Ankur🤍
Svenja Kuonen
Switzerland
I chose to take my 200h YTT on Bali with Anandam Yoga School as it was of utmost importance to me to learn about the foundations of Yoga from an Indian guide with a deep connection to the practice & its tradition in India, while having local rooting in Bali.
Sandeep, Katharina & Kadek imparted a well of knowledge about Yoga asana practice as well as anatomy, yoga philosophy, the history of yoga, pranayama, meditation, shatkarma (cleansing rituals), equity, cultural appropriation, and much more, for us students (and future teachers) to build on for a lifetime to come, knowing that we'll be able to honour the roots of Yoga in India as most of us return to share our practice in Western societies.
I am also deeply grateful for the care & support that Katharina & Sandeep provided to us throughout the journey, from travel logistics to a broad variety of recommendations (restaurants, clinics, visa agents, etc.) on anything we might need.
Valerie Marouche
Germany
I just finished my 300hr yoga teacher training with them. I am their return student as I also did my 200 hour ytt with them.
The experience with them are pleasant. I’ve learnt a lot from them, from asanas, alignments, philosophy, pranayama, and the Hindu tradition. I’ve grown so much after the training, feeling more confident in teaching yoga.
Ashtanga yoga was demanding and it’s great to have mysore style every morning with Sandeep as an instructor. He would challenge you and push you above your limits.
Arm balancing classes are fun and I have developed so much strength compared to when I first started the training.
Both Katharina and Sandeep have beautiful and kind souls. They are always there for you and back you up whenever you need them.
After 500 ++ hours we spent together we have developed a stronger bond as good friends! I would really recommend them if you are looking for yoga teacher training courses!!
Ming
USA
Our Google Review
Em Ban2024-05-24 Amazing experience! Not only was the learning material very well-taught, but the lead instructor Ankur showed so much patience. He is extremely knowledgeable, kind, humble and created a great environment to learn in. Would absolutely recommend this 200-hour multi-style teacher training! Jokha Athman2024-05-24 I just completed my 200-hour yoga teacher training with Ankur, and I am beyond thrilled with the experience. This course provided the full package: a comprehensive curriculum that left no stone unturned. Over the duration of the training, I grew stronger mentally, physically, and emotionally. The atmosphere was perfect for personal growth and self-discovery. Our teacher’s dedication was extraordinary—he gave his 200% every single day until the very last. I still don’t know how he managed to maintain such high energy and commitment, but it truly inspired all of us. His passion and knowledge made every session enriching and transformative. I wholeheartedly recommend this training to anyone considering becoming a yoga teacher or deepening their practice. It was an incredible journey that I loved every moment of, and I am grateful for the profound impact it has had on my life. Lilli Lin2024-05-13 A truly loving, caring, and wise yoga teacher - Ankur. I feel like I can't thank you enough for this journey. No words can describe my gratitude. Loving every moment, embracing all the challenges. Thank you for guiding me through the 200-hour yoga teacher training. The body, the mind, the energy you radiate - it's truly inspiring.✨ Missing the classmates and you already! Thank you 💙 İlknur Yeniçeri2023-12-21 50hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Germany with this wonderful people Katharina and Sandeep, are amazing! They create a space with full of compation and love. They are also very intense and professional at teaching and training. I will try more trainings soon🙏 Thank you so much. Joy2023-12-15 The yin training with Sandeep and Katharina was a wonderful experience. I am so grateful to have chosen their school. Their authentic, kind and deeply knowledgeable way of teaching is so inspiring and created the perfect space for us students to immerse into the practice and classes of philosophy, anatomy and history. The course was perfectly structured and at the same time Sandeep and Katharina are present to feel the energy of the group and adapt to the flow if needed. In such a short time we became a little family and I deeply cherish what we created! Thank you sooo much! Sarah Hierholzer2023-12-15 Katharina and Sandeep who are running the school put a lot of knowledge, energy and love into their trainings. I was able to join their 50h Yoga Nidra Training. In a small group, we were able to learn both practice, theory and history of Yoga Nidra in a very authentic way. Furthermore, pranayama, yin and hatha yoga were practiced on a daily base. As teachers Katharina and Sandeep are structured and but also flexible to adapt to the group's needs and mood. I am very glad to have been part of this training. Good energy attracts good people! Grateful for this! Val Madariaga2023-11-26 Best yoga school 🩵 I did the 200hr YTT with Sandeep and Katharina and they are amazing human beings who love yoga and excellent teachers, so professional and approachable. We got to learn so much about the meaning of yoga and not only asanas. I will never forget this experience, the group of people was beautiful and I’ll be forever grateful. Evelyn Toma2023-11-26 Lovely teachers with such an in-depth knowledge about Yoga. I have learned so much and enjoyed every minute learning here. My Yoga practice will be so so different after this training. Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom and holding such a beautiful space for us. 10/10 would recommend ;) Licia Giorgi2023-11-25 The best experience ever!! Our teachers were just amazing, they thought us so many things, it was a life course more than a yoga course ahaha. Looking forward to be back for other courses! Tabetha Radford2023-11-25 I absolutely loved my training with Anandam yoga school. It was in-depth, authentic, traditional, thorough and incredibly enjoyable. Sandeep and Katharina have so much knowledge between them and are willing to share everything they know. Yoga is who they are, what they practice and what they share so I can’t think of better people to learn from. My goal coming in to this training was to increase my confidence and to be able to confidently lead a yoga class and that has definitely been the outcome for me. I feel equipped with the knowledge and tools to design a traditionan class that encompasses all the elements of yoga and share this with students. I’m already planning my trip to Germany to join their 300hr teacher training as I can’t think of better people to learn from. Thank you Sandeep and Katharina!
FAQs
No, this retreat is open to all levels. We’ll offer modifications and guidance to ensure everyone feels comfortable.
Yes! We offer plant-based, locally sourced meals and can cater to dietary restrictions with advance notice.
Please bring comfortable, ideally light cotton clothes for the practice; white clothes for the opening and closing circles; your everyday toiletries; house shoes; maybe some warmer clothes; comfortable shoes to go for a walk or hike; and all you think you need for a wonderful time in the Eifel National Park.
We offer different retreat packages including accommodation and food. The course fee includes all activities, study materials, all meals and the accommodation option you choose.
The nearest airports are Cologne (CGN) airport and Düsseldorf (DUS) airport, from there you can reach us by public transport – Train to Düren Bahnhof and then from Düren to Heimbach (Eifel). There we will come and pick you up at the train station.
To reserve your spot in the retreat we kindly ask you to deposit €200. This deposit is non-refundable. In case you have to cancel the retreat for any reason, the deposit can be applied to a later retreat or training.