SILENT-DETOX-MOVEMENT RETREAT

Welcome to the silence

In a world that seems to grow louder, busier and more demanding by the minute, silence is the new gold: scarce, precious and ultimately priceless. Silence alone returns you to the place you long for most: your original ground of being.

Do you remember a time when your life was carefree? When you looked up at the sky and realised how beautiful life is? A time when you had to do nothing in order to be happy and to feel utterly alive? Silence takes you there. In silence you rediscover that everything you strive for has long been present within you. Love, joy, beauty, happiness, freedom, strength and wisdom have never left you. They were always there, just behind your busy thoughts. Return to this place of silence and give your original qualities and powers fresh air and space to flow once more.

The power of silence

Silence brings you back to your source, a safe haven. Yet silence also makes room for your shadow sides to become visible and to heal. Often we unknowingly carry blockages that limit us. They give rise to thoughts, emotions, fear and unrest. Many participants in our retreats speak of a ‘before’ and an ‘after’ — it is a life-changing experience.

Our retreats are gentle and relaxed, and for that very reason deeply transformative. Over the years we have discovered that consciously being together in silence forms the foundation of a profound experience. In an environment where everyone can be entirely themselves, social masks fall away and hearts open of their own accord.

The only people who speak are Juno, Tijn, Daphne and Mario, during the guided meditations, inspiration classes and lessons in Qi Gong and yoga. Given the international character of the retreat, these sessions are conducted in English. The participants themselves remain in silence throughout the week.

Taking the silence home

We also share ways to keep the silence alive after the retreat. More and more people are discovering that just a few minutes of daily meditation in silence makes a great difference to their work, relationships, health and happiness. We all know the feeling of flow: when life feels effortless and magical. Silence returns you to that state of being.

Important! To immerse yourself fully in the experience, you are required to hand in your smartphone, laptop, iPad and/or e-reader for the duration of the retreat (unless expressly agreed otherwise with the organisation).

Programme

Arrival day

18:00 – 19:00 | Dinner
19:00 – 20:00 | Introduction
20:00 – 20:30 | Meditation

Daily schedule

07:30 – 08:45 | Qi Gong
08:45 – 09:15 | Meditation
09:15 – 10:30 | Breakfast
10:30 – 11:15 | Inspiration class
11:15 – 12:30 | Me-Time
12:30 – 13:00 | Silent meditation
13:00 – 15:00 | Lunch & siesta
15:00 – 16:30 | Silent walk (days 2-4-6) or Me-Time (days 3-5, optional)
16:30 – 17:00 | Me-Time
17:00 – 18:30 | Yin Yoga
18:30 – 19:00 | Meditation
19:00 | Dinner

Departure day

08:00 – 08:30 | Meditation
09:00 – 10:00 | Breakfast & check-out
10:00 – 12:00 | Closing & sharing of experiences

From the introduction on the arrival day, the silence is ushered in and participants remain in silence for the whole week. Each morning begins with Qi Gong guided by Mario Santoni, followed by meditation with Tijn. After breakfast, in the inspiration class, Tijn shares tools for working with whatever arises in the silence. Throughout the day you have conscious, silent Me-Time to open yourself to inspiration and to make use of the tools offered. Before and after the siesta there are shared meditations. Each day we close with Yin Yoga led by Daphne and a meditation. On the day of departure we break the silence after breakfast, so that there is space to put your experiences into words.

Qi Gong & Yin Yoga

Qi Gong is a gentle yet powerful practice that invites you into silence and helps you make deep contact with your breath, body and energy. Through slow, flowing movements and conscious attention, you awaken your life energy (Qi). This brings balance, vitality and inner peace. In the silence you listen — not only to the world around you, but also to the quiet wisdom within yourself.

Yin Yoga connects the physical, emotional and mental body through the chakras and meridians. This practice stimulates the flow of Chi through the connective tissue and improves the mobility of the joints while the muscles relax. This cleanses the nerve pathways and meridians, with a deeply calming effect on body and mind. By holding postures for longer, you observe without judgement everything that lives within you, and develop a deep understanding of the impermanence of thoughts and emotions.

Detox & Nutrition

During the retreat you eat nourishing, medicinal food that supports your body in relaxation and detoxification. We avoid meat, dairy, bread, sugar and coffee. All ingredients are organic. Detoxing is not fasting: meals are served buffet-style and there is more than enough to go around.

Guidance

Tijn Touber is an author, musician and meditation teacher, known for his ability to make complex spiritual themes accessible.

Juno Burger is an energetic therapist, teacher, author and speaker, specialising in energy clearing and compassionate awareness.

Daphne Luttger is a yoga teacher and holistic health coach with a broad background in Ayurveda and integrative nutrition.

Mario Santoni is a Tai Chi Chuan and Qi Gong expert with more than 30 years of experience in Eastern movement and healing techniques.

Massages & Spa

During your stay you can enjoy the facilities of the Mandali Body Care Centre, including the swimming pool, jacuzzi overlooking Lago d’Orta, sauna and steam bath. Massages and treatments can be booked on site.

Room prices

All prices are per person per week and include VAT, accommodation, food and drink. Flights, transfers and massages are not included.

Twin-Share Garden View – €1,795
Twin-Share Lake View – €1,895
Single Garden View – €1,995
Single Lake View – €2,095
Premium Twin-Share Lake View – €1,995
Premium Single Lake View – €2,395

Payment terms

Payment in instalments is possible. Deposit: €750 (non-refundable). The remaining balance may be paid in three instalments. This is available by invoice only — please email Juno for more information at juno@junoburger.com.

Cancellation

Up to 6 months before the start: 100% refund (excluding deposit)
3–6 months before the start: 50% refund (excluding deposit)
Less than 3 months before the start: no refund

We advise you to take out comprehensive travel insurance that also covers cancellation costs. Unexpected events can always occur. If your travel insurance does not cover this, please take out separate cancellation insurance.

Travelling to Mandali

The best way to fly is via Milan Malpensa (a one-hour drive). From Malpensa, Mandali offers shared taxi transfers: €180 per taxi (max. 3 persons) or €240 per minivan (4–8 persons).