CHIARA CASTELLAN
THE PRACTICE CONTINUES
25 YEARS OF DEDICATED GROWTH GROUNDED IN TRADITION
Authorized Level 2 Ashtanga Teacher | Direct Student of Sri K. Pattabhi Jois and R. Sharath Jois
FIND YOUR STRENGTH
Join an established Ashtanga practice in Switzerland, where tradition guides personal growth
CHOOSE YOUR PATH
Begin your practice through retreats, workshops, and private sessions - whether you're building foundations or advancing your journey.
Deepen your understanding through our certified teacher training program - whether enriching your practice or preparing to teach.
Retreats
Mountain Air. Ancient Practice.
ASHTANGA & YIN YOGA | TRIN 29 MAY–1 JUNE 2025
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Four days of breath, focus, and stillness.
In this long weekend retreat, we explore both the structure of Ashtanga Vinyasa and the softness of Yin.
Mornings are for clarity, rhythm, and steady effort. Evenings are quiet, slow, and grounding.
This isn’t about escaping—it’s about coming back to yourself.
Led by Chiara Castellan and Katharina Bogner. Open to all levels.
Date & Time: Thursday, May 29, 2025 – Sunday, June 1, 2025
Location: Trin, Switzerland
Price: 50 CHF per morning session; 30 CHF per Yin or Thursday session; 135 CHF for any three sessions; 210 CHF for all sessions
FAMILY YOGA RETREAT | PORTUGAL, 5–12 OCTOBER 2025
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A week to breathe, move, and reset—by the sea.
Led by Chiara Castellan and Claudia Schmid, this retreat is a chance to step out of routine and into rhythm.
Daily practice includes meditation, pranayama, and yoga—steady, intentional, and grounded.
Afternoons are yours: ocean, forest, sauna, stillness, or shared space.
Held at Monte Velho, a retreat center on the wild coast of Portugal.
Open to all levels
Date & Time: Sunday, October 5, 2025 – Sunday, October 12, 2025
Location: Monte Velho, Carrapateira, Aljezur – Portugal
Price: Varies based on accommodation choice
MOVE. BREATHE. REST. | FELDIS, 6–9 NOVEMBER 2025
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Slow down. Move with intention. Rest where it’s quiet.
This November, join Chiara Castellan and Dina De Paola for a four-day yoga retreat in Feldis, a peaceful alpine village in Graubünden.
Mornings begin with meditation, breathwork, and dynamic Vinyasa.
Evenings close with grounding Yin and Yoga Nidra.
In between: time to hike, soak, rest, or simply be.
Feldis offers stillness and space—no distractions, just fresh air, wide skies, and the rhythm of practice.
The retreat includes over 15 hours of guided sessions, nourishing vegetarian meals, and simple alpine lodging at the Sternahaus.
You don’t need to be advanced. Just willing to be present.
Date: Thursday, November 6 – Sunday, November 9, 2025
Location: Sternahaus, Feldis, Graubünden, Switzerland
Course Fee: CHF 395 (15 hours of guided practice)
Accommodation & Meals: Starting at CHF 540 (varies by room type)
To register: A deposit of CHF 395 confirms your place.
Accommodation is paid directly at the hotel.
Workshops & Immersions
Local Practice, Mysore Wisdom
With Hands and Heart | RIFFERSWIL
APRIL 12, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (240 MIN)
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With Hands and Heart: Asanas in Detail
Deepen your practice in this yoga workshop with Chiara and Christin. Together, we will explore classical asanas with precise alignment, targeted adjustments (tactile inputs), and hands-on assists. This approach allows for a deeper understanding and experience of each posture.
Open to all levels, this workshop is ideal for those interested in refining their asana details in a focused and supportive environment.
Date & Time: Saturday, April 12, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (240 min)
Location: Freiraum Rifferswil GmbH, Jonenbachstrasse 23, 8911 Rifferswil, Switzerland
Price: 120.00 CHF
STRENGTH THROUGH ASHTANGA | ZÜRICH JUNE 21, 2025, 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM (180 MIN)
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Deepen your practice in this three-hour Ashtanga Yoga workshop led by Chiara Castellan. This session will focus on building strength and grace in your practice, with special emphasis on backbends and inversions, complemented by subtle breathwork. Open to practitioners of all levels and styles, it’s the perfect opportunity to explore new techniques, ask questions, and enhance your understanding of Ashtanga Yoga in a supportive environment.
Date & Time: Saturday, June 21, 2025, 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Location: AIRYOGA, Fabrikstrasse 10, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
Price: 90 CHF
SEI YOGA IMMERSIONS | ST. GALLEN
JUNE 22. 2025. 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
AUGUST 16. 2025. 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
SEPTEMBER 14. 2025. 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
OCTOBER 26. 2025. 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
NOVEMBER 15. 2025. 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
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YOGA IMMERSIONS WITH CHIARA CASTELLAN & SARAH BELLORTI
If you’re ready to slow down, go deeper, and reconnect—with your body, your breath, and your focus—these immersions are for you.
Each one is centered around a specific area of practice. No fluff, no performance. Just space to explore, understand, and grow.
You’re welcome whether you’re teaching, training, or simply curious.
June 22, 2025 — Open Hips: Strength, Mobility & Emotional Release
• August 16, 2025 — Free the Shoulders: Stability & Letting Go
• September 14, 2025 — Acro Yoga: Trust, Balance & Play
• October 26, 2025 — The Art of Adjustments: Touch with Clarity
• November 15, 2025 — Inversions & Handstand: Focus, Fear & Flight
Location: Sei-Raum GmbH
Gallusstrasse 32
9000 St. GallenPrice
CHF 145 per session
CHF 100 for TTC students
CHF 500 for all 5
SHARE THE TRADITION
200-Hour Teacher Training
From dedicated practitioner to skilled guide. Learn to share yoga's transformative power through ancient wisdom and modern understanding.
St. Gallen
Early registration by December 31, 2024
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Step into your power and transform your practice with this immersive 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in St. Gallen. Designed for those ready to deepen their journey, this program blends ancient wisdom with modern techniques, equipping you to teach with confidence and heart.
Duration: March–November 2025 (9 weekends)
Location: St. Gallen, Switzerland
Program: Explore Asanas, Pranayama, philosophy, anatomy, and teaching methods. Yoga Alliance certified.
Instructors: Chiara Castellan, Stefanie Castson, Sarah Bellorti, Johannes Glarner
Info Evening: December 18, 2024, at 6:30 PM
ZURICH
Early registration by March 31, 2025
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Embark on a transformative journey with our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in Zürich. This program seamlessly integrates ancient Eastern philosophy with modern Western science, offering a comprehensive curriculum that deepens your practice and prepares you to teach with confidence.
Duration: September 2025 – June 2026 (10 weekends)
Location: Yoga am Zürichberg, Zürich, Switzerland
Program: In-depth study of Asanas, Pranayama, meditation, philosophy, anatomy, and teaching methodology. Graduates are eligible to register with the Yoga Alliance as RYT® 200.
Instructors: Chiara Castellan, Claudia Schmid, Stefanie Castson
Exclusive 1:1 SESSIONS
Private Yoga Tailored to You – Anytime, Anywhere
If group practice isn’t your thing or your schedule is packed, private sessions might be the perfect fit. These one-on-one sessions are tailored to your needs—whether you’re looking to deepen your personal practice, refine your teaching skills, explore yoga philosophy, or receive personalized coaching and guidance. We’ll focus on what matters most to you, from alignment and technique to meditation and breathwork. Sessions can be held in person or online via Zoom, at a time and place that fits your lifestyle.
„Chiara’s support and guidance inspired me throughout the training. My dream of teaching is now within reach, and I’m deeply grateful!“
Karin Naegeli, 200h Yoga Teacher Graduate, 2024
„Chiara shares her knowledge and warmth in an authentic space. I felt supported and recommend the training to anyone on their yoga journey. Deep gratitude. 🙏“
Lydia Camenisch, 200h Yoga Teacher Graduate, 2024
„Her approach honors tradition while meeting each student where they are. This is true lineage-based teaching.“
Stefanie Castson, Physiotherapist & Yoga Teacher Trainer
MY TEACHING APPROACH
Each student receives individual attention within the group setting, guided step by step through the practice. I meet you where you are - supporting your unique pace, respecting your body's needs, and helping you build a sustainable practice.
„My journey mirrors yours - from my first wobbly Sun Salutation in a small Zürich studio to 15 transformative years in Mysore. Now, as a mother of three, I blend deep tradition with Swiss precision and modern life demands. This is Ashtanga as it lives and breathes today - authentic, adaptable, and always evolving.“
New to practice or interested in retreats and teacher training?
LET'S CONNECT
Write to me in English or German. I’m here to help you find your path.
Contact me: 0793030954