swiss alps retreat
june 6-12, 2025
churwalden, switzerland
Join us for a life-changing retreat. An opportunity to find connection with other beautiful humans, yourself and nature.
We are preparing for your arrival and are excited to help you experience Switzerland in a magical way. Known as one of the most expensive and sought after places to visit, we have created an almost all-inclusive package that will make this trip an accessible way to experience the Alps.
You will leave stronger, more grounded and ready for an energized and active summer! We recognize the effort required to get there, the financial cost, the time you must set aside. We also know that the reward will be greater than you could imagine. In the words of the great Mary Oliver, "What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" We are also happy to offer our pricing in CAD, please see conversion to CHF when doing your pricing research.
We invite you to come alive. We invite you to come, exactly as you are. To be encouraged, challenged and perhaps opened up in a new way. This retreat is for you if love being in nature, have a desire to hike in the Alps, want to experience the benefits of daily Beats and Yoga and perhaps want to dive into some personal growth opportunities.
For some of you, this is a commitment that is new, something you might have been dreaming about doing but never have. It might even feel a bit scary. We encourage you to open your heart, plant the seed, take a leap into the unknown. We invite you to trust and to know that the magic is brewing and we are counting down the days to your arrival. If you have any questions or want to speak to a real human, we are here. Please reach out to dance@balletbeats.com to set up a call or to discuss rooming options!
included in your retreat (all optional)
7 - Beats classes (music-driven fitness classes)
5 - Yoga classes (Vinyasa + Hatha Post Hike Yoga)
5 - Mindful Morning sessions (meditation, breathwork, journalling, inner work)
4 - 8-10km guided treks in the Swiss Alps (accessible to all levels of hiking with some options for more difficult hikes for experienced hikers)
Hikes led by Swiss Alp Trekking
5 - Evening Restorative Sessions (Yin, Nidra, Self Awakening Yoga)
6 Breakfasts
5 Lunches
4 Dinners
1 Sauna/Outdoor Cold Plunge Session (with option to book additional at your own cost)
Optional day trip to Chur, the oldest town in Switzerland to experience the Old Town and enjoy some shopping!
The time of your life!
Example of a day at the Retreat
8-8:30am – Mindful Mornings
8:30-9:30am – Beats
9:30-10:30am – Breakfast
11:30-2:30pm – HIKE (with lunch provided)
2:30-3:30pm – YOGA
3:30-7:30pm – FREE TIME (sauna sessions)
7:00-8:30pm – Dinner
8:30-9:30pm – Evening Restorative Sessions (Yin, Nidra, Self Awakening Yoga)
Not included in your retreat
2 Dinners for you to go experience the restaurant on-site or in one of the towns
Flights to and from Zurich (there are direct flights from Calgary and Vancouver as well as most major cities, watch for seat sales!!!)
Train and bus to and from the resort $165 CAD Roundtrip (1.5 hour journey directly from Zurich airport) No rental car is needed
Additional sauna sessions (80 CHF for up to 8 people)
World’s longest toboggan ride (optional but recommended!!!!)
Pricing Options and travel info
Let this mountain resort become your home for a week. Live in community in this beautiful space right in the Swiss Alps! There is a sauna onsite with an outdoor cold plunge! Relax by the outdoor fire, in the living room or outside in one the beautiful grassy areas between activities or go explore the mountain towns nearby! We are very excited that every room has a private bathroom! Our movement space is onsite!
*EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS February 15, 2025*
Double Room (2 Single Beds, price per person)
2 single beds $3650 CAD + GST (Early bird $3450 CAD + GST)
private bathroom
Double Room (Queen Bed, price per person) or Single Room (Queen Bed)
1 queen bed for 2 people $3150 CAD + GST/per person (Early bird $2950 CAD + GST)
1 queen bed for 1 person $4850 CAD + GST (Early bird $4650 CAD + GST) Option to bring non-retreater
private bathroom
Triple Room (1 Queen and 1 Single Bed)
1 queen bed (shared with a bestie or partner, price per person) $2750 CAD + GST (Early bird $2550 CAD + GST)
1 queen bed (single person) $4450 CAD + GST (Early bird $4250 CAD + GST)
1 single bed $3450 CAD + GST (Early bird $3250 CAD)
private bathroom
Triple Room (1 Queen and 1 Single in a Loft)
1 queen bed (shared with a bestie or partner, price per person) $2750 CAD + GST (Early bird $2550 CAD + GST)
1 queen bed (single person) $4450 CAD + GST (Early bird $4250 CAD + GST)
1 single bed in a loft $3350 CAD + GST (Early bird $3150 CAD + GST)
private bathroom
Quad Room (1 Queen and 1 Single Bed, 1 Single Loft Bed)
1 queen bed (shared with a bestie or partner, price per person) $2550 CAD + GST (Early bird $2350 CAD + GST)
1 queen bed (single person) $4250 CAD + GST (Early bird $4050 CAD + GST)
1 single bed $3250 CAD + GST (Early bird $3050 CAD)
1 single bed in a loft $3150 CAD + GST (Early bird $2950CAD)
private bathroom
*Single rooms have an option to bring a non-retreater who would like to take part in only food and hikes or just food). Please reach out to inquire.
Payment plans are available. A $500 deposit is required to save your spot. Once your deposit has been received, we will reach out to register you in your room of choice and set-up a payment plan at no additional cost. For group bookings we can split the total cost of the room for the whole group.
We will be staying in Churwalden, near Chur, Switzerland. 1.5 hours from Zurich airport. We recommend flying into Zurich and taking the train directly from the airport. You will connect to a short bus that will bring you directly to Churwalden where we will meet you to gather your luggage and drive it to our resort. You will then enjoy a short nature walk to arrive at your home away from home. We will assist you with your booking your transportation!
A passport is required to enter Switzerland.
A bank, ATM, pharmacy, restaurants, grocery stores, and shops are all walking distance.
CHF is the local currency and major credit cards are accepted everywhere.
High speed internet is accessible throughout the property
The dream team
Kalyn started Ballet Beats® in 2012 and in 2018 ran her first Ballet Beats® Retreat in Nosara, Costa Rica. Two of her sisters attended the retreat and everything changed. They came back the following year and it was very clear that they were meant to lead these retreats alongside their sister. Each bringing unique gifts to the retreat experience, this trio welcomes retreaters over and over with open hearts, so much love and passion and together hold space for the magic to happen.
Kalyn Swihart was born on traditional Blackfoot territory and now resides in New York City. She equally values the teachers from around the world who have guided and nurtured her, inspiring her to see beauty, create inclusion, and embody the spirit of dance, yoga and fitness. Her education in both dance and kinesiology supported the creation of Ballet Beats®, a movement syllabus rooted in the marriage of Ballet technique and fitness. Kalyn’s mission with this program is to break down all barriers - making movement accessible to all. She believes in healing through physicality and meditation through movement. Movement is medicine. Kalyn’s calling in life is to share her passion for movement. She is her student’s biggest cheerleader and has a special gift of making her students work harder than they think they can and speak to themselves with more kindness. This journey has allowed Kalyn to share her passion, build her community, and pour love and energy into her studio, virtual program, retreats and teacher training. Learn more about Kalyn HERE
Heidi Davis, Iiniipoiakkii (Buffalo Talking Woman) is a Recreation Therapist and Yoga Instructor from Lethbridge, Alberta. She completed 500 hours of YTT, Yoga Nidra Certification, Wall Yin and other neurorehabilitation based training. Heidi offers a land based practice, inspiring practitioners to travel inward, connect to ancient teachings, and fine solace on the mat. Heidi is part of the vibrant Ballet Beats community and is inspired by the Rebel Ballerinas who gather to dance, flow and connect! Learn more about Heidi HERE
Lissa Miles teaches Ballet Beats® in Tsawwassen, BC. She has been a student since the inception of Ballet Beats® and became a certified instructor in 2023. Lissa is also a certified Yoga Nidra and meditation instructor with a gift for writing and painting. Teaching has been a joyful, challenging, and energizing experience for Lissa with nothing but support and enthusiasm from her students. She is thrilled to bring Ballet Beats®, Yoga Nidra and Meditation to our retreats. Learn more about Lissa HERE
Meet our hiking guides - Swiss Alp Trekking
“At Swiss Alps Trekking we have a deep appreciation for the awe-inspiring Swiss Alps. The mountains have a unique way of guiding you on a journey— physically, emotionally and spiritually. Swiss Alp Trekking brings you to explore the hidden corners of Switzerland, cherished by locals and eagerly awaiting the arrival of new adventurers! We’ve crafted a variety of treks in the Lenzerheide region of the Swiss Alps, each offering spectacular trails and panoramic views of the stunning landscape, all complete with snow-capped peaks on the horizon. These routes lead to incredible viewpoints and provide the chance to encounter wildlife in their natural habitat. Our passion is sharing the magic of Switzerland with you, welcoming you to our home— the breathtaking Swiss Alps. Every trail we lead is thoughtfully designed to showcase the beauty, wonder, and diversity of this extraordinary place, leaving you with unforgettable memories and a deep connection to nature.”