Inspire Yoga Festival is a holistic three day event held in the beautiful village of Verbier in the Swiss Alps. This year is the 5th summer edition of the festival; a weekend centred around yoga and self-discovery.
Each day of the festival offers yoga lovers of all ages and abilities the opportunity to explore different wellness disciplines, meet new people and share experiences whilst immersed in nature.
Discover different yoga techniques and join classes that will inspire your yoga journey. Whether you are new to yoga or have been every year, you will find an amazing team of yoga teachers and like minded people all basking in the tranquillity of a relaxed and welcoming environment.
Various passes are on offer for the festival, making it accessible for those with either one day to spare or the whole weekend. From the Festival feast pass to the three day unlimited festival pass, to additional package offers on accommodation, there is a ticket for everyone.
Inspire festival’s programme is filled with a huge variety of yoga classes. These will include Vinyasa yoga and yoga Nidra as well as meditation sessions, breathwork, sound baths and more. If that wasn’t enough there will also be dance workshops, an opening and closing ceremony and exceptional dining experiences to take part in in the evenings.
Different sessions will be led indoors and outdoors by highly experienced instructors from Switzerland, France and beyond. You will be spoilt for choice when deciding on which classes to go to.
From Yin Sound and Healing with Patricia de Sainz Rosas to Inner Peace Meditation with Destiny Gagiano or Aerial Yoga in the Forest with Gaëlle Roussel, there is something for everyone of any ability.
There will also be fun activities for children and non-yogis to partake in during the day, so everyone is welcome no matter their age or interests!
The classes and workshops of the festival will be held in a variety of locations throughout the village of Verbier.
With multiple venues and areas allocated to different practices, you will get the added bonus of exploring Verbier as you move around the festival. There are a mixture of indoors and outdoor venues and each one is accessible by walking, bus, car or by bike/e-bike!
The welcome desk and festival base will be set up at the lovely cafe and bar called Lumi, located in the centre of Verbier. Festival attendees will be able to use Lumi as the central hub to book classes and walk to venues from, as well as the perfect place to find something to eat and drink between sessions.
If you are travelling from further away, there are plenty of accommodation options available in Verbier.
Different hotels are available at a range of price points and Inspire Festival personally recommends a number of hotels and apartments: Hotel de la Poste, La Cordée des Alpes, Experimental Chalet and Verbier Rentals. You can even purchase packages that include accommodation as well as your ticket to the festival.
Whether you are staying for one day or three, there are luxury hotel rooms and self catering apartments ready for you to book via packages to take the stress out of organising your stay.
Whether you are just embarking on your wellness journey or you have been a dedicated yogi for years, Verbier in the Swiss Alps is an amazing place to take part in a yoga and meditation event.
Known for its incredible skiing in the winter, summer time in Verbier brings a whole new range of opportunities to enjoy. The warm, sunny days allow for classes to be held outdoors, immersing those practising in the beauty of nature.
The immensity of the mountains brings a sense of tranquillity and self-reflection, allowing you to totally escape from life’s everyday hustle and bustle. The activities available are endless from hiking and mountain biking to relaxing in spas and eating incredible alpine cuisine in the town.
Inspire Yoga Festival in Verbier, Swiss Alps
Verbier is a 2 hour drive from Geneva, 2 hours from Bern and 4 hours from Milan
If you are travelling by car you can find the Inspire Yoga Festival – Verbier location on GPS / Waze by searching for: Rue de la Poste 11 (25.88 mi), Verbier, Switzerland 1936
Arrive to Martigny train station from anywhere in Switzerland, take a 40 minute train to Le Châble, 10 minute away from Verbier centre.
Find an airport transfer to Verbier via:
https://www.seeverbier.com/transfers/
Kim and Ailsa are a fantastic partnership who founded the Inspire Yoga Festival five years ago. Having been dedicated yoga clients at the Wholeycow studio in Verbier for years, they decided to invest into their love and appreciation for yoga and wellness by founding the festival.
Between the two of them they share the responsibility of organising the festival. Amongst many jobs, Kim seeks out the amazing team of yoga teachers and curates the three day programme, whilst Aisla oversees the ticket sales, contracts and booking to ensure the weekend runs smoothly.
Their passion for yoga and wellness shines through in their wonderfully put together festival and it really is a special event for everyone who attends.
Yes, you can. All levels are welcome at Inspire Yoga Festival in Verbier!
Normally summers are dry and warm in Verbier. Expect cooler temperatures in the morning and evening and always ensure you bring some light, protective clothing in case of rain or cooler weather. In case of doubt, do check the weather forecast before leaving for your class: http://www.verbier.ch/en/weather.html
There are Packages with Hotel rooms and Festival tickets on the festival Ticketing page, but you can also reserve directly and mention you are attending the Inspire Yoga Festival for discounted rates.
A simple room will be 80chf per night, a luxury room at hotel with a Spa starts at 240chf per night.
We would highly recommend attending this event by yourself for many reasons: It’s a great opportunity to create sacred space for yourself, to take a break from daily responsibilities, to make new friends and gain a fresh perspective. Typically our guests range in age between 25-65 who are equally excited about this experience!
Verbier is generally renowned as a “safe” resort although of course we advise you not to take undue risks.
Mountain safety is an important factor and not to be underestimated, particularly regarding fast changing weather conditions. Please always check the weather and conditions when heading out on a hike/exploration and check with local specialists in case of any concerns.
Please bring your ID when you collect your Festival Bracelet from the Welcome Desk before going to your first class.
You will need your own yoga mat for the weekend plus any other equipment you like to use. Blocks and bolsters will be available for some workshops/ateliers. You can also rent or buy a mat and blanket from us at the welcome desk.
For non-yogis there are plenty of activities available both on and off the mountain side:
http://www.verbier.ch/en/activities-fun/summer-fall/summer-fall.html
For massages please e-mail: info@wholeycow.ch
Please ensure you have adequate personal health and travel insurance. Inspire is not covered on your behalf and all activities, whether yoga or more general mountain sports must be undertaken at your own risk.
Currency is the Swiss Franc although some businesses may also accept payment in Euros. Most restaurants and shops take Maestro and Visa and Mastercard credit cards. AMEX is less widely accepted. We advise cash payments in some smaller cafés/restaurants. Verbier is French speaking although as an international destination, English is also widely spoken.
Verbier village offers plenty of activities for children of all ages, as well as crèche and babysitting services from our partners at www.petitverbier.com including their Saturday Club..
For all further information please refer to:
http://www.verbier.ch/en/activities-fun/children-families/children-and-families.htm
The village offers a wide selection of sports shops, cafés, souvenir shops as well as good restaurants. Many will be offering attractive sale prices towards the end of the summer:
http://www.verbier.ch/en/resort-useful-information/shopping/shopping.html
http://www.verbier.ch/en/resort-useful-information/restaurants-nightlife/restaurants-nightlife.html
