Location
The Body-Mind Balance Retreat will take place in the beautiful city of Wildschönau—Austria. Join Inner Prana Yoga Summer, 2027 at the beautiful ApartHotel Iris! This retreat will give ample opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture, tend to your body-mind connection and give space for your adventurous side to roam free!
"The mind is like the wind and the body like the sand: if you want to know how the wind is blowing, you can look at the sand."
— Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen
Step into adventure, connection, and self-discovery amidst the breathtaking Austrian Alps.
Nestled in the mountain village of Wildschönau and hosted at Aparthotel Iris, the Body-Mind Balance Retreat invites you to slow down and experience life from a different perspective. Surrounded by towering peaks, alpine meadows, and centuries of Austrian tradition, this retreat offers an opportunity to step away from familiar routines and reconnect with yourself through movement, nature, and meaningful experiences.
Our bodies often reveal what the mind has yet to acknowledge. Through yoga, meditation, hiking, and Thai massage therapy, we begin to listen more carefully to the messages we carry within us. We learn to notice where we are holding tension, where we are resisting change, and where we may be longing for something more.
Each day will include yoga practices designed to cultivate both strength and ease, guided meditations that encourage presence and reflection, and immersive hikes through some of Austria's most beautiful mountain landscapes. As we walk together through forests, alpine pastures, and mountain trails, we will practice mindful awareness, allowing nature to become both our classroom and our guide.
Your Stay at ApartHotel Iris
Wildschnöau, Austria
Body-Mind Balance Retreat Offerings
Hatha Yoga | Soma Yoga | Yomassage |
Yoga Nidra | Guided Meditation | Thai Nuat Massage | Guided Mindful Hikes Paired with Nature Bathing & Forest Grounding
Thai Nuat Massage
Unlike a traditional table massage where you lie still while the therapist works on your muscles, Thai Nuat Massage is an interactive experience often described as "assisted yoga." Performed fully clothed on a comfortable mat, Andrea uses gentle stretching, rhythmic compression, and mindful movement to help release tension and improve mobility throughout the body.
Benefits include increased flexibility, relief from muscular tightness, improved circulation, reduced stress, open energetic pathways and a greater sense of ease and balance.
Many people leave feeling both deeply relaxed and refreshed, with a renewed connection between body and mind.
Traditional Thai Massage is an ancient healing practice that combines assisted stretching, acupressure, and mindful movement to encourage balance and the free flow of energy throughout the body.
How is Thai Nuat Massage different from a table massage?
Yoga Offerings
Traditional asana practice and somatic work are ways that we stay centered and balanced. These ancient techniques help support a stronger body, clearer mind and freer flowing energy. Yoga will be done at least once a day.
Body-Mind Balance Retreat Classes
Hatha Yoga - asana, breath work, mantra
Soma Yoga - Focused to body-mind centering
Yomassage - Yin yoga paired with massage
Yoga Nidra - Guided relaxation, rotated conciousness
Hiking in the Alps
Traditional asana practice and somatic work are ways that we stay centered and balanced. These ancient techniques help support a stronger body, clearer mind and freer flowing energy. Yoga will be done at least once a day.
Retreat Hikes
Hatha Yoga - asana, breath work, mantra
Soma Yoga - Focused to body-mind centering
Yomassage - Yin yoga paired with massage
Yoga Nidra - Guided relaxation, rotated conciousness
OH THE PLACES YOU'LL GO!
Innsbruck
Enjoy a day trip to Innsbruck, the heart of Tyrol. Travel by train through picturesque alpine villages and mountain landscapes before arriving in the charming Old Town. Wander cobblestone streets, admire the famous Golden Roof, and enjoy local cafés before ascending the Nordkette mountains for breathtaking panoramic views. This relaxed day offers the perfect blend of Austrian culture and alpine beauty.
Cable Car Rides
Parmarth Ghat, located in the heart of Rishikesh along the banks of the sacred Ganga River, is a spiritual haven for visitors from around the world. Known for its serene atmosphere and nightly Ganga Aarti (river worship ceremony), this ghat is part of the renowned Parmarth Niketan Ashram. As the sun sets, flames flicker, chants rise, and the river glows with devotion—offering a deeply moving experience of peace, unity, and divine connection.
Kunjalpuri Temple Visit
Kunjapuri Temple sits high in the Himalayan foothills, offering one of the most breathtaking sunrise and sunset views over the snow-capped peaks and the sacred Ganga River valley. Dedicated to Goddess Shakti, this revered temple is both a spiritual sanctuary and a traveler’s delight, where devotion meets nature’s grandeur. A visit here blends serenity, culture, and awe-inspiring panoramas—an unforgettable highlight of Rishikesh.
Common Questions...
Retreat Inclusions
Room
Daily breakfast
Daily dinner
All yoga classes
All workshops
Guided hikes
90min Thai Nuat Massage
Airport pick up and drop off
Retreat excursions
Train transport
WiFi at hotel
Sauna
Swimming Pool
Not Included
Any drinks not included with breakfast or dinner and bottled water
Any self booked treatments (ie: massages, reiki, facials)
Airfare
Extended hotel stay
Any self booked excursion
travel insurance
Any transport/taxi services booked outside of retreat events
Medical expenses or hospital visits
Any additional yoga classes outside of retreat offerings
How much is my deposit?
-A non refundable deposit of $800 reserves your retreat spot. Half of the remaining amount is due November 10th and the remainder is due January 6th
What is the Cancelation policy?
-120–61 days before the retreat: You will receive a 20% refund of any payments made beyond your deposit. 60 days or less before the retreat: No refunds will be issued.
Do I need Rupees?
-It is recommended to have cash on hand. It is always good to have in case of emergencies or spontaneous purchases! I recommend converting 70-100 USD to Rupees.
Where should I fly into?
-You must fly into New Delhi. Everyone needs to be sure their flight is arriving on March 9th by 1pm or earlier but no later than 2:30pm on 3/9
What time will airport transfers be?
-Airport transfer from New Delhi to Agra on March 9th will leave around 3pm.
How long is the drive from New Delhi to Agra?
-3.5 hours (give or take if there is some traffic)
How long is the Train travel from New Delhi to Rishikesh?
-about 7hours (the train will have beds)
How can I contact the hosts?
-Please download WhatsApp to your phone. This way we will all be able to stay connected before, during and after the retreat.
How do I make payment?
- Fill out the retreat information form and within 24hrs, paperwork and an invoice will be sent to you. Make your payment from your bank using Zelle or by Card (if you pay by card all processing fees are added to your total)
Is the water drinkable?
-It's recommend only drinking bottled water while on the trip. Hotel filtered water is safe to try after day 3.
What should I pack?
-respectable clothes, you are visiting another country and immersing yourself into another culture. Please avoid shorts, skirts or dresses that are above the knee. Pack yoga clothes and it is recommended to pack cotton pants, yoga pants or long maxi skirts. Pack good quality walking shoes that are easy to slip on and off. I also recommend a good quality sandal.
Is all the food vegetarian?
-Yes, all food provided in the retreat is vegetarian. (street food is not recommended for first time India goers unless suggested to you by host/teachers)
Will there be Alcoholic drinks?
-No, no alcohol is prohibited in the city of Rishikesh. This is the birth place of yoga and we will be focused on our practice and leaning into the detox that our spiritual practices can bring forth.
Still have questions? Feel free to reach out amelimorris@gmail.com
Your Retreat Host
Retreat host: Amelia (she/hers) is a yoga guide, a space-holder, and the founder of Inner Prana Yoga — a heart-led platform rooted in presence, breath, and inner connection. She received her 200-hour training at the Siddhant School of Yoga in Rishikesh, India, where she studied Prānāyāma, Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga, Yogic Philosophy, Ayurvedic wisdom, and traditional meditation practices.
Her offerings invite you to slow down, reconnect with your prāṇa (life force), and come home to yourself through mindful movement, breath, and stillness.
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Cancelation Policy Details
MOTHER INDIA YOGA RETREAT
RISHIKESH, INDIA | March 9-20th, 2027
Booking + Cancellation Policy
Reservation
To secure your spot, a non-refundable deposit of $800 is required at the time of booking. This amount is non-transferable and non-refundable under any circumstance.
Cancellations
120–61 days before the retreat: a 20% refund of any payments made beyond your deposit will be issued.
60 days or fewer before the retreat: No refunds will be granted.
We regret that exceptions cannot be made for any reason, including but not limited to:
Illness or injury
Personal or family emergencies
Flight delays or cancellations
Political unrest or travel restrictions
Natural disasters or severe weather conditions
Participant Responsibilities
Travel Insurance
It is the responsibility of each participant to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that covers:
Trip cancellation and interruption
Medical emergencies abroad
Lost or delayed baggage
“Cancel for Any Reason” coverage (optional but encouraged)
Medical Fitness
By registering for this retreat, you confirm that you are physically and mentally well enough to participate in physical activity, yoga, meditation, sound bath, hiking and travel abroad. It is your responsibility to consult your healthcare provider prior to departure, if needed.
Responsibility Waiver
Amelia Morris of Inner Prana Yoga and any other guest teachers are not responsible for any personal loss, injury, or unexpected changes due to factors beyond our control, including but not limited to:
Airline disruptions
Political unrest
Weather events
Venue changes due to unforeseen circumstances
Death
Agreement + Acknowledgment
All participants will be required to sign a liability waiver and acknowledgment form at the time of booking that confirms:
You understand and accept the cancellation policy
You take full responsibility for obtaining travel insurance
You are medically fit to participate
You acknowledge that the organizers are not liable for travel disruptions or force majeure events
You understand and accept the retreat host Amelia of Inner Prana Yoga and any guest teachers are not responsible and you will not take any legal action against them for any reasons.