Amanda Hansen & Valeryia Ephrati
the jivamukti retreat —
turning inward
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 18 —— SUNDAY NOVEMBER 22, 2026
MARRAKECH
WHERE THE NOISE STOPS. WHERE YOU BEGIN.
November in Marrakech is a different kind of light — softer, lower, closer to the ground. The heat has lifted. The city breathes again. And somewhere in the palm groves outside the walls, a villa opens its doors.
The Jivamukti Retreat is built for that moment: four days of practice, silence, and the kind of attention that turns inward instead of outward.
Two daily Jivamukti classes. Morning meditation. Pranayama, philosophy, and asana labs to go further. A restore & renew practice under an open desert sky. Massages, long lunches, and evenings that end by candlelight.
No agenda but the one your body sets.
No rules but the ones the practice teaches.
This is not a holiday. This is a return.
JIVAMUKTI — TURNING THE GAZE INWARD
Jivamukti is a practice that refuses to separate the mat from the world.
Rooted in classical yoga teachings, woven with chanting, breath, flowing vinyasa, hands-on assists, and meditation — it asks you to move fully, think deeply, and stay awake to everything.
For four days, we turn the attention inward. Not away from life — into it. Each morning begins with stillness before movement. Each afternoon opens a new doorway: breath, philosophy, the deep work of asana explored slowly. And each night, we gather. To eat, to share, to let the day settle.
Guided by Amanda and Valeryia, this is your invitation to go quiet enough to hear what's underneath.
THE VENUE
villa taj marrakech
A house that feels less like a hotel and more like somewhere you're meant to stay a while.
Villa Taj is a place of gardens and terraces, warm walls and quiet corners, day beds floating over water and long tables set under the trees. Luxury without the stiffness. Space without the noise. Everything designed for slowing down.
Every room a refuge.
Every corner an invitation to stop.
THE DAILY ITINERARY
A rhythm built to quiet, deepen, and open.
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WEDNESDAY 18.11
ARRIVAL & OPENING
by 6PM
arrival & settling into the villa
we suggest arriving before 6PM to breathe, unpack, and be fully present6.30-8PM
gentle practice & opening ceremony
a soft landing — movement, intention, and the first breath of the retreat8PM
dinner -
THURSDAY 19.11
STILL & AWAKE
8-8.30AM
meditation
the day begins in silence8.30-10.30AM
jivamukti open class
chanting, breath, flowing vinyasa, hands-on assists & meditation11-12.30PM
nourishing vegetarian brunch12.30-4.30PM
free time / massages / poolside rest4.30-5PM
pranayama & philosophy
breath and teaching, held together5-6.30PM
workshop / asana lab
the deep work of the practice, explored slowly7PM
dinner -
FRIDAY 20.11
DEEPEN & RELEASE
8-8.30AM
meditation
the day begins in silence8.30-10.30AM
jivamukti open class
chanting, breath, flowing vinyasa, hands-on assists & meditation11-12.30PM
nourishing vegetarian brunch12.30-4.30PM
free time / massages / poolside rest4.30-5PM
pranayama & philosophy
breath and teaching, held together5-6.30PM
workshop / asana lab
the deep work of the practice, explored slowly7PM
dinner -
SATURDAY 21.11
EXPAND & RETURN
8.45-11AM
jivamukti restore & renew — in the desert
a slow, spacious practice under an open sky11.30-1PM
nourishing vegetarian brunch1-4.30PM
free time / massages / poolside rest4.30-5PM
pranayama & philosophy
breath and teaching, held together5-6.30PM
jivamukti open class
chanting, breath, flowing vinyasa, hands-on assists & meditation7PM
dinner8.30PM
closing ceremony under the stars -
SUNDAY 22.11
RISE & DEPART
8-8.30AM
meditation
the day begins in silence8.30-10.30AM
jivamukti open class
one last practice — full, present, and complete11AM
checkout
For those taking a late flight, please inform us as we have an optional activity for the afternoon.
THE NOURISHMENT
Everything vegetarian
Mornings begin simply — dates, nuts, tea. Brunches are long and generous: shakshuka, halloumi, quinoa and kale salads, houmous and baba ganoush, chia pudding and granola, sourdough and seeded crackers, avocado, roasted sweet potato, fresh-pressed juices, and everything in between.
Seated dinners are Moroccan at heart — vegetable tagines, individual pastillas, quinoa tabbouleh, tomato and goat cheese mille-feuille — closed with chocolate mousse, lemon pie, or fresh fruit under the trees.
Food that feels like care. The kind that makes your cells vibrate.
ROOMS AND PRICES
Each room at Villa Taj is a space to slow down. Warm walls, natural light, and the quiet of the palm groves just outside — with en-suite bathrooms, terraces that open onto the gardens, and textures that invite rest. Whether shared or solo, each room holds space for pause, softness, and deep sleep.
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Your own space, your own rhythm. Perfect for those craving privacy and deep rest.
EARLY BIRD : CHF 2’600.-
AFTER SEPT. 27 : CHF 2’900.- -
Shared, but spacious. Ideal for friends or solo travelers open to connection.
EARLY BIRD : CHF 2’100.-
AFTER SEPT. 27 : CHF 2’400.-
price per participant -
To confirm your spot, a 50% deposit is required. The remaining balance is due by Octoberr 1st.
The 50% deposit is non-refundable.
If you need to cancel you’ll be refunded 50% of your total payment, excluding the deposit.
If you have any questions, just reach out — we’re here to help.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
— 4 nights at Villa Taj Marrakech
— All guided practices with Amanda & Valeryia
— Daily brunches and dinners
— Jivamukti restore & renew in the desert
— Opening & closing ceremonies
WHAT’S EXCLUDED
— Flights
— Airport transfers (approx. 25euros)
— Massages (special rate, 50euros for one hour)
— Personal expenses
— Extra food or alcoholic beverages
THE FACILITATORS
AMANDA HANSEN
Amanda’s journey into yoga began with a lifelong love for movement, having danced from a young age and later pursuing a background in Health & Sports Science. She turned to yoga as a way to find balance, but what began as a simple curiosity quickly became a passion.
Her journey led her to Jivamukti Yoga, where movement, breath, philosophy, devotion, and compassion come together. Certified with 300 hours of training under Senior Jivamukti Teachers; Olga Oskorbina and Jules Febre, Amanda approaches her practice as a student and a guide. Amanda hopes to inspire others to carry the practice beyond the mat into a life with greater presence and compassion.
VALERYIA EPHRATI
Valeriya's journey into yoga began at 17, seeking balance through the precise discipline of lyengar yoga. She later
discovered holistic approach of Jivamukti yoga, which integrates not only asana but also meditation, Bhakti and ethical living into daily life. Certified from Jules Febre & Olga Oskorbina - some of the most senior teachers of the method - Valeriya is invested into sharing the sacred knowledge with others. Committed to lifelong learning, she continually enriches her practice and teaching with insights from various traditions such as Ashtanga or Buddhist teachings.
BOOKING
Once your form is submitted, our team will follow up with next steps — including payment details and how to secure your spot.
We can’t wait to share this space, this rhythm, this pause with you.
Questions or need a flexible payment plan? Just write to us — we’ll find a way.
kā studio
32 rue du XXXI décembre, 1207 Genève
+4179 688 31 32