‍A New Year Retreat

Together in the Threshold

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28th of Dec-1st of Jan

Litschau, Austria

Connection · Community · Conscious Traditions

Between the end of one year and the beginning of the next, there is a doorway.

This year, we stand in it together. We reflect on everything the past year has given and taken, and we ask ourselves two honest questions:

What am I ready to release?
What do I bring forward with me?

So that we cross into the new year with confidence, rooted and clear, and together.

In a world that moves fast and loud, this is your invitation to slow down, to soften into your body, to be held by a circle of people walking the same path, and to experience timeless rituals in a way that feels alive today.

Connection
Coming home to yourself. To your body, your breath, your heart, and the things that truly make you come alive.

Community
The deep relief of being held. Sharing, listening, laughing until your belly hurts, sitting in silence side by side. Some thresholds are simply easier to cross together.

Conscious Traditions
Ancient ceremonies woven with modern practices. Rituals that remind us that every new beginning deserves to be felt, not just counted down.

What awaits you
Over four days, we move through Yoga, Meditation, Breathwork, journaling and mindful movement, letting the body lead and the mind follow.

In our tea and cacao ceremony, we sit in warmth and intention. We honour the path that brought us here, thank the lessons of the past year, and consciously let go of what we no longer wish to carry.

Then we begin to dream.

What do I want to nourish in the year ahead?
What qualities do I want to invite into my life?
What is ready to grow through me?

Not resolutions.
Not another self-improvement project.
A conscious intention, planted like a seed.

And then, together, we step into the new year.

This retreat is for you if…
you want to begin the new year with more than the turning of a calendar page, and you long for presence, real connection and a community to share it with.

A space to arrive.
A space to let go.
A space to feel.
A space to begin again, together.

COME AS YOU ARE.
ENTER THE NEW YEAR IN CONNECTION.

  • THIS IS FOR YOU IF…

    ✺ You want to arrive more fully in yourself and reconnect with your body.

    ✺ You want to explore trust. In yourself and in others.

    ✺ You’re curious about leading and receiving, and the balance between the two.

    ✺ You want to deepen your somatic awareness and learn to listen to your body.

    ✺ You’re longing for authentic human connection.

    ✺ You want to slow down and experience real nourishment.

    ✺ You’re drawn to a beautiful, luxurious and cosy setting where you can step out of everyday life.


  • WHAT AWAITS YOU

    ✺ Daily Yoga & Breathwork

    ✺ Somatic and sensory practices

    ✺ Leading & receiving learning to guide, follow and trust

    ✺ Connection practices and authentic relating

    ✺ Night walk and time in nature

    ✺ Singing and shared ritual

    ✺ Sauna & letting-go ritual

    ✺ Massage and touch

    ✺ Nourishing meals, warmth & cosy spaces

    ✺ Time to walk, rest and integrate

  • WHAT YOU TAKE HOME

    ✺ A deeper sense of arrival in yourself

    ✺ Greater trust in your body, intuition and others

    ✺ A deeper somatic understanding of your needs and boundaries

    ✺ More confidence in both leading and receiving

    ✺ New ways of creating authentic connection

    ✺ A renewed relationship with nourishment and pleasure

    ✺ Space, practices and experiences to bring into everyday life

Retreat Pricing & Schedule

  • 1. Retreat Fee

    Early Bird € 440
    until the end of October

    Regular Bird € 490
    until the end of November

    Late Bird € 550
    until start of the Retreat

    To reserve your spot, a non-refundable deposit of €100 is required to the bank account:
    Esther Kerbler
    Bank Name: Bawag
    IBAN: AT62 6000 0101 1026 2766
    BICC: BAWAATWW XXX
    Country: Austria

    Your place is confirmed once we receive payment. This amount is deducted from your total retreat fee. The remaining balance is due by Dec 15th 2026.

    2. Accommodation & meals: paid directly to the hotel

    Accommodation and meals are not included in the retreat fee and cost approx. 380€ per person.

    Please book them directly with Theater & Feriendorf Königsleitn
    resort@koenigsleitn.at
    Please mention "New Years Retreat Sophia” when booking so you get the retreat rate and are placed with the group.

  • Do I need to be good at yoga to join?
    No. The yoga is accessible to different levels and you are always invited to work at your own pace. No previous experience is required.

    Do I need any previous experience with breathwork or somatic practices?
    No. All practices are guided step by step and are suitable for beginners as well as people with previous experience.

    What do you mean by somatic practices?
    Somatic practices bring attention to the body, sensations, breath and nervous system. They are an invitation to become more aware of what you feel, need and experience in the moment.

    What does “leading & receiving” mean?
    We explore both sides of connection: taking the lead and allowing yourself to be guided. Through simple partner practices, we explore trust, communication, boundaries, listening and reciprocity.

    Can I come with my partner?
    Absolutely. New Year Retreat is open to couples as well as individuals. You can share the experience with your partner while also having opportunities to connect and practice with others.

    Can I come on my own?
    Yes. You don't need to come with a partner or know anyone beforehand. The retreat is designed to create connection naturally while also giving you plenty of space for yourself.

    Will I be expected to do intimate practices with someone other than my partner?
    No. All practices are invitations. We will communicate clearly about the different options, and you can always choose what feels right for you and your relationship.

    Will there be physical touch?
    Yes, there may be guided practices involving touch. Everything is invitational and consent-based. You are always free to say no, change your mind or choose an alternative.

    Is there any nudity?
    No. There will be no nude practices.

    What if English is not my first language?
    The retreat will be held in English. If you only speak German, we will support you with translation where needed.

    Is the retreat suitable for beginners?
    Yes. You don't need any previous experience. Come as you are, with curiosity and an openness to explore.

    What should I expect from the retreat?
    A combination of yoga, breathwork, somatic and sensory practices, ritual, nature, singing, sauna, touch, rest and connection — all within a cosy and beautiful setting.

    What if I need some alone time?
    There will be plenty of space to step back, rest, walk in nature or simply do nothing. Participation is encouraged, but you never have to be “on” all weekend.

    What should I bring?
    Comfortable clothes for yoga and movement, warm clothes and shoes for being outside, a swimsuit for the sauna, and anything that helps you feel comfortable and cosy during the weekend.

Come as you are.

Leave more connected - to yourself & the people around you.

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THE LOCATION:

Litschau, Austria

Set in the peaceful Austrian countryside of the Waldviertel, overlooking the beautiful Herrensee, Theater- & Feriendorf Königsleitn is a unique place designed for rest, connection and inspiration. Surrounded by nature in the charming spa town of Litschau, the retreat offers a relaxed village atmosphere, comfortable modernised rooms and apartments, regional cuisine and plenty of space to slow down and reconnect. With forests and the lake just steps away, as well as sauna, wellness and outdoor activities on site, Königsleitn creates the perfect setting to step away from everyday life, recharge and fully immerse yourself in the retreat experience.

For more info visit the Königsleitn website: https://koenigsleitn.at/


Your Stay at Königsleitn

Accommodation and meals (regional vegetarian and vegan kitchen) are approximately €380 per person, depending on your choice of room.
Please arrange your accommodation directly with Königsleitn. When booking, simply mention that you are attending our retreat so the team can assist you with the appropriate room options.

For reservations and further information, please contact:
Nicole Auer / Königsleitn Team
Email: resort@koenigsleitn.at‍ ‍
Phone: +43 (0) 2865 5393

Sophia

  • I am a medicine woman, breathwork facilitator, intuitive guide and yogi at heart. My purpose is to guide groups and individuals into their authentic power through deep transformational processes based on years of rigorous training and personal self development. I am adventurous and dedicated to exploring uncharted territories of the planet and the heart, so that I can hold space for others with grace and integrity.

Jessica

  • I walk with this question, step by step, with every breath taking me a little deeper, a little closer to my truth. Guided by a profound love for our essence and a calling to create spaces of remembrance. For the answer is not found in the outside world. It arises from deep within us. From our very essence.

    My work is rooted in a living tapestry of movement, awareness, and ceremonial practices. It is a dance between worlds, a gentle listening to what resonates beyond words. I find myself learning more and more from the subtlest nuances rather than the loudest voices.

    Inspired by the wisdom, traditions, and experiences of diverse cultures, I create spaces where genuine connection can unfold. Connection with yourself, with others, with the earth beneath your feet, and with everything that surrounds us. Spaces of authenticity, honesty, and truth.

    Together, we cultivate a sense of deep connection, allowing healing to unfold naturally through mindfulness, presence, and the quiet knowing that everything we seek already lives within us.

    Let Yourself Remember

    The language of your body.
    The whispers of your heart.
    The wisdom of your soul.

    I would be honoured to accompany you on a part of your journey back to yourself, and from that place, towards a deeper connection with life.

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