Ahimsa Retreat I: Yoga & Nonviolent Communication

Das Brunnenhaus ist ein wunderschönes Retreatcenter im Herzen des Bergischen Landes. Benannt ist das Haus nach den vielen Brunnen, die jahrzehntelang das gesamte Tal mit frischem Wasser versorgt haben. Heute ist das Brunnenhaus ein Ort der Begegnung für Menschen verschiedenster Lebensbereiche, die dem hektischen Alltag entfliehen wollen und dient als Quelle für Kreativität, Austausch und Gemeinschaft.

Paul is an experienced chef who leads retreats with great attention to detail. During this retreat, he provides fresh, wholesome, vegan, and vegetarian meals that nourish you, give you strength, and sustain you throughout the day. His cooking combines care, creativity, and a keen sense of what people need in settings like this. With brunch, snacks, and dinner, Paul creates a culinary experience that blends enjoyment, lightness, and a sense of being well cared for. He pays close attention to quality, digestibility, and loving preparation.
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Friday
Arrival & Connection
Arrival and a relaxed start. We’ll leave the week behind with Yin Yoga. After dinner together, we’ll get to know each other in a welcome circle and set the tone for the weekend.

Saturday
Feeling & Connecting
The day begins with yoga and meditation, followed by a mindful brunch in silence. Over the course of three sessions, we’ll delve into Nonviolent Communication (NVC)—with insights, exercises, and space for personal reflection.
In the evening, we’ll enjoy dinner together and bring the day to a close with a free and moving Ecstatic Dance session.

Sunday
Integration & Farewell
After yoga & meditation and a final silent brunch, we conclude the NVC seminar. In the closing circle, we share our experiences and take the insights from the weekend home with us.

You can easily get there by car, or even by bike from Cologne, for example. We'll organize carpools from Cologne if you're interested.