Join us for a deeply restorative weekend retreat dedicated to cultivating mindfulness and self-compassion in a supportive and contemplative environment at the Tannenhof Temple, just outside Munich.

This retreat offers a space to step out of daily demands and reconnect with clarity, presence, and inner kindness through meditation, gentle movement, and guided reflection.

While inspired by contemplative Buddhist wisdom, this retreat focuses on practical, accessible tools for emotional balance and embodied awareness in modern life.
The emphasis this year shifts toward cultivating present-moment awareness, emotional balance, and a kind and supportive relationship with oneself.

Mindfulness is the practice of meeting life as it unfolds with clarity and presence.
Self-compassion brings warmth and understanding to our inner experience, especially in moments of difficulty.

Throughout the weekend, we will explore how these two qualities support each other—helping us relate more skillfully to thoughts, emotions, and habitual patterns.

Through guided meditation, gentle movement practices, breath awareness, and reflective inquiry, we will explore how mindfulness can help dissolve habitual patterns and how self-compassion can become a stable inner resource in daily life.

The practices offered will integrate inner methods (attention, intention, and attitude) with gentle embodied awareness practices. Rather than focusing on physical performance, the emphasis is on cultivating clarity, emotional resilience, and a compassionate presence toward oneself and others.

This retreat is open to both new and returning students. Whether you are beginning your mindfulness journey or deepening an established practice, you are warmly welcome.

What to expect of this year´s retreat:

  • Mindfulness meditation and present-moment awareness
  • Practices for cultivating self-compassion
  • Working with stress, emotions, and inner criticism
  • Gentle movement and embodied awareness
  • Silence, rest, and integration time
  • Practical tools for daily life

Location:
Tannenhof Retreat Center in 85656 Buch am Buchrain (35 km from Munich).
Address: Tannenhof 2, 85656 Buch am Buchrain. Directions here.
Carpooling is usually organized among participants.
If you prefer to go by public transportation from München, you can take the S-Bahn S2 to Erding and stop at Markt Schwaben. From there, take the bus number 505 (Regionalverkehr Oberbayern) to Isen and stop at Buch am Buchrain and walk 2 km to the Tannenhof-Tempel.

Teacher: Tsering Om (Dr. Christine Boucard). Check bio here.

Language: Teachings and classes will be in English.

Meals: Nourishing vegan and vegetarian organic meals are provided throughout the retreat, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tea breaks. All meals are prepared by the kindest and experienced cooks with care and attention.

Fire Puja:
If weather allows, a traditional Fire Puja will take place in the garden on Saturday evening. This symbolic ritual supports letting go and renewal. Participants are invited to bring small written notes or objects representing something they wish to release. During the ceremony, we will have the opportunity to offer them to the fire as a gesture of letting go.

Price:

* student = having a 10er Karte

The price includes all Yoga classes, teachings, house facilities, cleaning, food and drinks and their preparation.
(If your finances are a limiting factor, don’t hesitate to reach out. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to join).

What to bring: Own yoga mat and beddings to sleep. (More information upon registration).

(TENTATIVE) SCHEDULE

FRIDAY

16:30 – Arrival & settling in
17:30 – Introduction & intention setting
18:45 – Dinner
20:00 – Teaching: Introduction to Mindfulness
21:00 – Yoga Nidra

SATURDAY

Morning: Optional silence

08:00 – Tea & light snack
09:00 – Meditation & mindfulness practice
10:30 – Gentle movement / embodied awareness
12:00 – Lunch
13:00 – Free time
14:30 – Teaching: Self-Compassion & Emotional Awareness
16:00 – Tea break
16:30 – Restorative practice & integration
18:30 – Dinner
20:00 – Fire Puja (weather permitting)

SUNDAY

Morning: Optional silence

08:00 – Tea & light snack
09:00 – Meditation: awareness & emotional patterns
10:30 – Mindfulness in daily life
12:00 – Lunch
13:00 – Free time
14:30 – Closing session: Self-compassion & reflection

* Silence is optional. There will be two groups: one practicing silence and one not, based on each participant’s preference. While silence is recommended for a deeper retreat experience, everyone is encouraged to choose what feels best for them.