11–14 March 2027 · French Alps
When something is ready to be left behind, and something else is beginning to stir. Four days of winter quiet, breathwork, fire and room for possibility.
A little less noise
Perhaps something has had its time. Perhaps you want a change but cannot see what it might be. Or something is already shifting, and you need space to catch up with yourself.
We will explore what you are ready to release, what you already know and value in yourself, and what you want to carry forward. There is room for the goodbye, and also for desire, energy and curiosity about what might come next.
You do not need to become a different person or leave with a finished plan. Some things become clearer when there is less demand to explain them. And sometimes, once there is a little more space, excitement returns before certainty does.
A journal, firelight, time that belongs to you.
At the threshold
These are invitations to explore. You may recognise one, all three, or something quite different when you arrive.
Ways into the experience
Breathwork, sound and experiential practices sit alongside coaching and reflection. The spiritual element is an invitation to explore meaning in your own way, with no shared belief required.
From previous Insight Aware retreats
Snow outside. Fire inside.
We will head out for gentle walks and snowshoeing, with room to pause and take in the landscape. Then back into warmth, a nourishing meal and time to let the day settle.
Outdoor winter immersion means spending time in the winter landscape. There is no expectation to take a cold plunge or push through discomfort.
Stay with the group, take a quiet moment, or choose the comfort of the chalet. Outings will follow the weather and conditions.
Atmospheric winter imagery. The March chalet is not yet confirmed.
Space beyond the everyday
Snowshoeing is included. The pace is gentle, with time for the landscape as well as the conversation. The precise route and arrangements will depend on conditions.
Images evoke the winter setting; they do not show a confirmed itinerary or previous March guests.
One possible day
The programme will respond to the group and conditions. This is a feel for the rhythm, with spacious time between sessions.
Breakfast, quiet time and a guided breath or reflection practice. A little space to notice how you are arriving in the day.
A snowy walk or snowshoe outing when conditions allow, lunch and time for reflection or deeper practice. There is room between sessions to rest or be alone.
A vegetarian meal, conversation and perhaps singing, sound or reflection by the fire. Join in, listen quietly or head off with a book.
Included in your stay
Massage may be arranged with an external therapist and paid separately. A possible husky-sledding outing will depend on availability and group interest, with any cost agreed separately once arrangements are known.
Our winter home
We are planning an intimate chalet setting in the Morzine area, with shared and private rooms, communal living space and the mountains close by. Somewhere warm to return to after time outdoors, with corners for quiet as well as space to gather.
The exact March chalet has not yet been confirmed. Room arrangements, facilities and travel details will be shared before you commit to booking. The L’Ecuela photographs below show the venue booked for Deep Winter in November 2026 and are included to convey the kind of setting being sought for March.
A feel for the setting
These photographs show L’Ecuela, booked for the November 2026 Deep Winter retreat. They give a feel for the warmth, shared spaces and comfortable bedrooms Alison is seeking for March. The March chalet is not yet confirmed and may differ.
L’Ecuela · Deep Winter venue
L’Ecuela · Deep Winter venue
L’Ecuela · Deep Winter venue
L’Ecuela · Deep Winter venueYour facilitator
Psychology, coaching & embodied practice
Alison brings together psychology, mental health, coaching, breathwork and sound. Her work makes room for honest reflection and experiences that are not always easy to put into words.
She offers guidance while respecting your choices, including the choice to step back. There is room for laughter and spontaneity alongside whatever feels more tender.
More about Alison
Retreat cook and supporter
Carolyn is part of the team behind the retreat. She creates nourishing food, helps shape the atmosphere, and supports Alison with the care and practical work that makes the days feel held.
From previous Insight Aware retreats
“Restful, restorative but challenging too. A safe and beautiful space to connect with others and explore the little, and bigger, things that are holding you back.”
Susie · Previous retreat guest
“The perfect gateway out of the hustle and bustle of everyday life into something much more grounded, present and meaningful. I left feeling deeply connected to myself and to others.”
Gy · Previous retreat guest
Crossing the Threshold
Accommodation, vegetarian meals, the retreat programme and snowshoeing are included. Travel, optional massage and any husky-sledding outing are additional.
Ready to join? The registration form gathers your room preference, practical needs and the information Alison needs to confirm availability and suitability. You can still use WhatsApp if you would like to ask anything first.
Register for MarchSubmitting the form does not confirm your place or take payment. Alison will confirm availability and the deposit date with you personally.
People who want something to change, or can already feel a shift, without necessarily knowing what comes next. You do not need to arrive with a decision, a spiritual practice or a particular belief.
No. Practices, outings and sharing are optional. Quiet time, reading and rest are part of the weekend too.
There will be opportunities for deeper breathwork, alongside gentler practices. Alison will discuss suitability with you beforehand. You can adapt, pause or opt out; an intense experience is never the goal.
The intention is a gentle outing rather than a demanding expedition. Please discuss mobility, access or fitness questions with Alison so the arrangements can be considered with you. Practical equipment details will be confirmed before arrival.
Winter outings depend on weather, snow cover and local conditions. The programme will adapt when needed. Husky sledding is a possible extra, not a confirmed activity.
Alison will review your form, confirm availability and suitability, and send you the deposit payment date. Your place is confirmed when the deposit or full payment is received.
11–14 March 2027 · French Alps
There can be space to listen, release, and find out.
Register for Crossing the ThresholdAtmospheric photographs are used to convey the season, not to identify the booked venue or route.
Used under the Unsplash License. Alison, breathwork, instruments and breakfast: Insight Aware photographs from previous retreats.
The fireside journal, chalet hearth and threshold artwork are AI-created atmospheric illustrations, not photographs of the confirmed venue or guests. The drumming circle is from a previous Insight Aware retreat.