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Art & Zen Retreat – September 2025


🖌️ Art & Zen Retreat — Reclaim Your Space, Creativity & Calm in the Alps

Book Your Spot for Sept 19–22

A 4-day Alpine escape to reconnect through nature, creativity, and stillness.


*Whether you’re a beginner or experienced in yoga, art, or meditation — this retreat is designed for all levels.*

📅 Dates: September 19–22, 2025

📍 Location: Chalet Beauceron, Morzine, French Alps (click to visit their website)

Hosted by:

Leslie Glen (Inner Shift Psychology & Yoga)

Kimberly Francis (Francis Art)

Damian McArthur (Dining Direct, Sauce du Soleil).

Step out of the everyday and into the mountains.


Join us this September for a deeply refreshing retreat where meditation, movement, creativity, and delicious food come together in an intimate alpine setting. Over four days, you’ll be guided through daily yoga and meditation, life drawing sessions, shared meals, and walks through lush mountain scenes - with time and space to rest, reflect, and reconnect.

Spaces are limited to just 10 guests — and only a few rooms remain! Secure your place now to avoid disappointment.

🌿 What's Included:

  • 3 nights’ accommodation in one of five rooms, each with ensuite bathrooms in our stunning mountain chalet - Chalet Beauceron, in the neighbouring heights of Morzine/Avoriaz

  • Morning yoga & meditation with Leslie, a local Yoga teacher, Zen practitioner and Mindfulness-based Therapist

  • Two drawing workshops: one life drawing with a live model, one nature drawing with a view - with Kimberly Francis, local artist and arts facilitator

  • Plant-based fine-dining meals and nourishing seasonal menus by Damian McArthur, local chef, caterer, and creator of Sauce du Soleil

  • Walks & Hikes with DaysAway Adventure, a trusted guiding company with extensive knowledge of local foraging and wildlife

  • Space to rest, journal, and just be

Optional extras (for an additional fee):

  • Holistic or sports massage

  • Reiki sessions

🛏️ Pricing

Only 5 spots !

Book your room today with a 50% deposit.

  • Private room: €850

  • Shared room (2 people): €625 per person

All activities, delicious meals, and cozy accommodation are included — just bring yourself and an open heart. (Transport to and from the retreat is not included.)

Who is it for?

This retreat is open to all - no prior experience with yoga, art, or meditation is needed. If you feel called to unwind, tap into your creativity, and recharge in nature, we’d love to welcome you.

📌 How to Book

To reserve your spot, please fill out the short form below. A 50% deposit is required to confirm your booking. The remaining balance is due September 1st.

Meet Your Hosts

Leslie Glen
"Leslie is a wonderful teacher — patient, insightful, and deeply caring."
"An amazing therapist who creates a safe, supportive space to grow."

While this is our first Art & Zen retreat, Leslie’s years of teaching yoga and guiding mindfulness practice have helped many find calm and creativity in their lives. You’re in good hands.

Kimberly Francis
Kimberly is a fine artist local to Morzine with over 20 years of drawing experience and a decade of teaching. She specializes in highly detailed pencil work, often focusing on animals brought to life with character and cheekiness. More recently, she adds pops of color to her pieces. Kimberly leads life drawing and creative workshops and creates original art, prints, greeting cards, and private commissions including family and pet portraits.

Damian McArthur
Damian is a New Zealand-born chef who has called Morzine home since 2001. His culinary career began in New Zealand’s finest restaurants before taking him to exclusive Caribbean islands, private lodges in the US, and prestigious French vineyards. Now based in the Alps, he continues to cook professionally as a private chef through his own luxury catering company.

Refunds

Flexible refund policy: Full refund until June 30, 50% refund until August 30.

Questions? Reach out anytime — I’m happy to help you decide if this retreat is right for you.

Email Leslie at leslieannglen@gmail.com
Follow us on Instagram for updates & behind-the-scenes:

Leslie @inner.shift.psychology

Kimberly @wwt.francis_art

Damian @dining_direct

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