It was a great time out with attentive instructors who gave us flexible support. The day was very well structured.
Sabine Vermeulen
—Verified review
Monastic Relaxation with Qigong and Yin Yoga
4.9 (7 Reviews) · Jüchen, Germany
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Summary
Just a few days where you don’t have to worry about a thing! Enjoy a break from everyday life! With Qigong and Yin Yoga, you’ll experience unparalleled relaxation, enjoy walks in the monastery garden, sit down to delicious meals at the set table, and in the evening, simply drift off to sleep feeling completely relaxed—or chat with like-minded people. The combination of Qigong and Yin Yoga is particularly well-suited for complete relaxation and for letting go of everyday life for a few days.
With its centered, meditative movements and focused breathing, Qigong helps optimize the flow of energy. Both yoga and Qigong are suitable for beginners as well as for advanced practitioners who would like to explore a unique blend of these two Far Eastern practices. Mindful walks through nature and the monastery garden promote mindfulness and help you focus on what truly matters. The retreat weekend is rounded out with silent and guided meditations, which can have a particularly profound effect when practiced in a group.
A deeply restorative weekend retreat that feels like a longer vacation. The Qigong instructor is a certified Qigong teacher recognized by the German Taiji-Qigong Federation and a trained TCM therapist. The Yin Yoga instructor is also a BYV-certified yoga teacher and BYVG-certified yoga back care instructor, as well as a Yin Yoga anatomy teacher, and has additional training in restorative yoga.
The retreat at a glance
The most important facts in a nutshell:
- Categories
- Yoga Retreats, Wellness, Detox Retreats, Yin Yoga, Relaxation, Qigong, Mindfulness, Monastery Retreats
- Date
- 2026-12-04 - 2026-12-06
- Language(s)
- German
- Level
- Advanced, Beginner
- Group Size
- 12
- Place
- Jüchen, Germany
- Accommodation
- not included
- Catering
- Full board
- Services
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Yoga Nidra
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At least 4 Yin Yoga sessions
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At least 4 qigong sessions
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Taiji-QiGong
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Silent Meditation in a Group
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Guided Meditations
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Heart Qi Gong
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Silent Walking
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Restorative-Yoga
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Delicious Meals
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Cake Buffet
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Yoga for women
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Monastery Garden
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Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
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Stilles Qi Gong
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Accommodation
In addition to full board, there is an extra charge of 140 € for the entire stay. All rooms are equipped with a sink. Bed linens and towels are provided. The very clean restroom facilities (individual showers and toilets) are located in the hallway.
Rooms and accommodations are automatically reserved upon booking. Payment is then made on site.
Catering
Coffee, tea, and snacks are included in the price. Cold drinks can be purchased on site at reasonable prices.
Main meals are an additional charge: breakfast is €7, lunch is €13.50, and dinner is €10.50. The total cost for the entire stay is therefore 62 E.
sequence
Friday:
Until 5:00 p.m.: Arrival, check-in, and welcome
6:00 p.m. Dinner
7:00 p.m. Heart Qi Gong with Kerstin
8:00 p.m. Guided imagery with Savya
Wrap-up together
Saturday:
7:30 a.m. Start the day with Qi Gong
8:00 a.m. Breakfast
9:00 a.m. Heart Qi Gong with Kerstin
10:30 a.m. Yin Yoga with Savya
12:00 p.m. Lunch
1:30 p.m. Silent Heart Qi Gong
3:15 p.m. Breathing Meditation—Small Energy Cycle
4:30 p.m. Yin Yoga with Savya
6:00 p.m. Dinner
7:00 p.m. Still Qi Gong combined with Restorative Yoga with Kerstin and Savya
7:30 p.m. Winding down with Yoga Nidra with Savya
Sunday:
7:30 a.m. Start the day with Qi Gong
8:00 a.m. Breakfast
9:00 a.m. Still and Moving Qi Gong with Kerstin
10:00 a.m. Yin Yoga with Savya
12:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00 PM Still Heart Qi Gong (breathing meditation) with Kerstin
1:30 PM Yin Yoga Flow with Savya
2:30 PM Closing session and farewell
We’ll alternate between yoga and Qi Gong, and the schedule is always subject to change depending on the group dynamics. A more detailed program and all information about what you’ll need will be provided after booking.
Arrival
Travel to the monastery is at your own risk. The easiest way to reach the Nikolauskloster via Highway 46 is to exit at the Grevenbroich-Kapellen interchange. Then turn right onto the L 361 and follow it for about 2 km until you see signs for the Nikolauskloster. Turn left there onto the L 32, and after about 1 km, the monastery will be on your left. Parking is available right on the street.
Nikolauskloster , 41363 Jüchen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany4.9
7 Reviews
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The trainers were very competent and courteous, I felt very comfortable and the food was also very good.
Simone Zimmermann-Erdös
—Verified review
A time out, something just for me and with me, that's how it all started. Of all the offers, the one from Kerstin, Energieraum Heinsberg in the monastery, appealed to me the most. Yoga and Qi Gong - a mega combo. What wonderful and experienced women (Kerstin with Qi Gong and Savya with Yoga), great group and fantastic place in the monastery. An exciting, sporty, energetic, thought-free and really delicious weekend :). The booking for next year is sure, then in combi with Kung Fu - I'm in! Such a weekend is highly recommended, suitable for all ages and whether stressed or not, treat yourself to such a time out! For you and with you! Dear THANK YOU for this experience!
Michaela L.
—Verified review
Very nice weekend with competent teachers. A must for all who want to know Yin Yoga and Qi Gong. Very good for beginners, but also practiced will still take a lot. Monastery is very atmospheric. The accommodation is functional and sufficient.
Claudia B
—Verified review
Kerstin and Sanya were a loving, emphatic duo. We immediately felt at ease. The program was great, intense and varied. The monastery has a great atmosphere, so you immediately relax upon arrival. Rooms simple, clean and a great view of the garden. The food is very rich and better than in some hotels. Volunteer kitchen fairies! Qigong is very meditative and Kerstin has a lot of knowledge and teaching skills as a trainer. Sanya gently and meditatively passed on her skills to us. The yoga room in the attic was very atmospheric, although a bit chilly in winter. Always a pleasure....and I had a great, energy-charged WE with my daughter.
Annette Thielen
—Verified review
The retreat was a very special experience. I came to rest very much. Many thanks to the two leaders :) Everything harmonized wonderfully.
Miriam I.
—Verified review
Cancellation policy
If you cancel up to 30 days before arrival, you will receive a 50% refund of the booking price.After this, the booking is non-refundable.
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