MONDAY
4-WEEK COURSE
with Carla Araos
17:30 - 18:45
BIRTH PREPARATION 4-WEEK COURSE
Health Insurance Recognised / Krankenkasse Annerkant*
NEW COURSE DATES WINTER 2025:
Monday 18.11.2025, 17:30 – 18:45
Monday 25.11.2025, 17:30 – 18:45
Monday 02.12.2025, 17:30 – 18:45
Monday 09.12.2025, 17:30 – 18:45
This weekly 4 part course (4 x 75 mins) is designed for expectant mothers from 30-32 weeks of pregnancy onwards and will share practical information about practices and techniques you can use during labour.
You will receive practical guidance on:
- Birthing positions & movement to support labour
- Breathing and relaxation techniques to ease intensity
- Mental and emotional tools for resilience and trust
- Practical ways your birthing companion can support you, emotionally and physically, before and during birth.
Price for 4 sessions: 220 CHF
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
*Contributions vary between health insurance companies. Please check with your insurance company for more information about your specific policy.
HEALTH INSURANCE RECOGNISED CLASS
KRANKENKASSE ANNERKANT
This class is recognised by the health insurance, so you may be eligible receive part of the cost back from your insurer (Krankenkasse Annerkant).*
Please note the following information:
– Prenatal classes must be booked with the 5 x Prenatal Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass or 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
– Regular group classes must be booked with the 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
These passes are specific for Carla Araos Yoga and are necessary for the class to be recognised by the health insurance company.
Classes paid for by a single product (Yoga 60/90 minutes/Prenatal 60 minutes) are generally NOT accepted by the health insurance (Krankenkasse / Zusatzversicherung), even when instructed by a health insurance recognised teacher (Carla Araos).
Classes taught by other teachers at Ljus Studio are NOT recognised by the health insurance.
If you need the document to claim part of the cost to your insurance, please ask Carla to give you the official document. The invoice given through Eversports is not valid for this purpose.
*Contributions vary between health insurance companies. Please check with your insurance company for more information about your specific policy.
For more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
FROM 17.11.25
with Carla Araos
18:15 - 19:45
ASHTANGA YOGA LEVEL 1
This beginner-friendly class follows the Ashtanga Vinyasa method, guiding you through part of the Primary Series (Yoga Chikitsa), which is known for its therapeutic benefits.
We will practice the standing, seated, and closing postures at a slower pace, focusing on integrating breath, posture, and gaze to cultivate steadiness, calmness, and awareness of both body and mind.
Most importantly, we will use the practice to cultivate love, kindness, and acceptance, recognising that yoga is a reflection of life, where there is no separation—only union.
HEALTH INSURANCE RECOGNISED CLASS
KRANKENKASSE ANNERKANT
This class is recognised by the health insurance, so you may be eligible receive part of the cost back from your insurer (Krankenkasse Annerkant).*
Please note the following information:
– Prenatal classes must be booked with the 5 x Prenatal Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass or 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
– Regular group classes must be booked with the 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
These passes are specific for Carla Araos Yoga and are necessary for the class to be recognised by the health insurance company.
Classes paid for by a single product (Yoga 60/90 minutes/Prenatal 60 minutes) are generally NOT accepted by the health insurance (Krankenkasse / Zusatzversicherung), even when instructed by a health insurance recognised teacher (Carla Araos).
Classes taught by other teachers at Ljus Studio are NOT recognised by the health insurance.
If you need the document to claim part of the cost to your insurance, please ask Carla to give you the official document. The invoice given through Eversports is not valid for this purpose.
*Contributions vary between health insurance companies. Please check with your insurance company for more information about your specific policy.
For more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
(MOVING TO TUESDAYS FROM 10.11.25)
with Jlona Kopf
20:15 - 21:30
SYNERGY YOGA
In this Synergy Yoga class, Jlona guides you through a mindful practice that prioritizes core engagement and spinal alignment. This practice offers you a sustainable approach to building strength without tension and cultivating flexibility without strain. Feel warmth and bliss radiate from within as you create balance and harmony in your body.
Drawing from her own experience of using yoga to find balance in a fast-paced life, Jlona creates an inclusive space where everyone, regardless of age, experience, or physical limitations, can feel supported. Whether you’re looking to relieve stress, increase mental focus, or build physical strength, this class will leave you feeling both relaxed and empowered.
Suitable for all levels, the class blends dynamic flows and mindful movement, guiding you to connect deeply with your body and mind.
TUESDAY
with Carla Araos
18:30 - 19:45
ASHTANGA YOGA LEVEL 1
This beginner-friendly class follows the Ashtanga Vinyasa method, guiding you through part of the Primary Series (Yoga Chikitsa), which is known for its therapeutic benefits.
We will practice the standing, seated, and closing postures at a slower pace, focusing on integrating breath, posture, and gaze to cultivate steadiness, calmness, and awareness of both body and mind.
Most importantly, we will use the practice to cultivate love, kindness, and acceptance, recognising that yoga is a reflection of life, where there is no separation—only union.
HEALTH INSURANCE RECOGNISED CLASS
KRANKENKASSE ANNERKANT
This class is recognised by the health insurance, so you may be eligible receive part of the cost back from your insurer (Krankenkasse Annerkant).*
Please note the following information:
– Prenatal classes must be booked with the 5 x Prenatal Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass or 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
– Regular group classes must be booked with the 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
These passes are specific for Carla Araos Yoga and are necessary for the class to be recognised by the health insurance company.
Classes paid for by a single product (Yoga 60/90 minutes/Prenatal 60 minutes) are generally NOT accepted by the health insurance (Krankenkasse / Zusatzversicherung), even when instructed by a health insurance recognised teacher (Carla Araos).
Classes taught by other teachers at Ljus Studio are NOT recognised by the health insurance.
If you need the document to claim part of the cost to your insurance, please ask Carla to give you the official document. The invoice given through Eversports is not valid for this purpose.
*Contributions vary between health insurance companies. Please check with your insurance company for more information about your specific policy.
For more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
NEW FROM 11.11.25 (PREVIOUSLY ON MONDAYS)
HEALTH INSURANCE RECOGNISED CLASS
KRANKENKASSE ANNERKANT
This class is recognised by the health insurance, so you may be eligible receive part of the cost back from your insurer (Krankenkasse Annerkant).*
Please note the following information:
– Prenatal classes must be booked with the 5 x Prenatal Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass or 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
– Regular group classes must be booked with the 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
These passes are specific for Carla Araos Yoga and are necessary for the class to be recognised by the health insurance company.
Classes paid for by a single product (Yoga 60/90 minutes/Prenatal 60 minutes) are generally NOT accepted by the health insurance (Krankenkasse / Zusatzversicherung), even when instructed by a health insurance recognised teacher (Carla Araos).
Classes taught by other teachers at Ljus Studio are NOT recognised by the health insurance.
If you need the document to claim part of the cost to your insurance, please ask Carla to give you the official document. The invoice given through Eversports is not valid for this purpose.
*Contributions vary between health insurance companies. Please check with your insurance company for more information about your specific policy.
For more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
with Carla Araos
18:30 - 19:45
AFTER-WORK MINDFUL YOGA
This holistic yoga class integrates movement, breath, and focused attention to help you slow down and reconnect after a fast-paced day at school or work.
Open to all levels, the class provides an opportunity to stretch and realign your body, release physical tension, and soothe your nervous system, thereby supporting your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
The sequence focuses on areas where stress commonly accumulates, like the neck, shoulders, back, and hips, and includes options and modifications to meet your individual needs.
Breath awareness is woven throughout the practice, as it lies at the heart of yoga.
After the movement portion, you’ll be guided through a short meditation and a deeply restful relaxation.
You’ll leave feeling more at ease in your body and mind, restored, grounded, and ready to enjoy your evening.
HEALTH INSURANCE RECOGNISED CLASS
KRANKENKASSE ANNERKANT
This class is recognised by the health insurance, so you may be eligible receive part of the cost back from your insurer (Krankenkasse Annerkant).*
Please note the following information:
– Prenatal classes must be booked with the 5 x Prenatal Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass or 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
– Regular group classes must be booked with the 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
These passes are specific for Carla Araos Yoga and are necessary for the class to be recognised by the health insurance company.
Classes paid for by a single product (Yoga 60/90 minutes/Prenatal 60 minutes) are generally NOT accepted by the health insurance (Krankenkasse / Zusatzversicherung), even when instructed by a health insurance recognised teacher (Carla Araos).
Classes taught by other teachers at Ljus Studio are NOT recognised by the health insurance.
If you need the document to claim part of the cost to your insurance, please ask Carla to give you the official document. The invoice given through Eversports is not valid for this purpose.
*Contributions vary between health insurance companies. Please check with your insurance company for more information about your specific policy.
For more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
WEDNESDAY
BACK 03.09.25!
with Carla Araos
17:30 - 18:30
PRENATAL YOGA
(We also currently offer a BIRTH PREPARATION COURSE. For more) information, see here)
The practice is carefully tailored for your time as a mother-to-be. The intention is to support your pregnancy, preparing you for giving birth, to accept the natural changes, to trust, be confident and have resilience. In this class, we will be focusing on conscious breathing, stretching, strengthening the back and legs, releasing tension and relaxing. Prenatal yoga gives expecting mothers different tools which they can access when they need them the most.
HEALTH INSURANCE RECOGNISED CLASS
KRANKENKASSE ANNERKANT
This class is recognised by the health insurance, so you may be eligible receive part of the cost back from your insurer (Krankenkasse Annerkant).*
Please note the following information:
– Prenatal classes must be booked with the 5 x Prenatal Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass or 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
– Regular group classes must be booked with the 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
These passes are specific for Carla Araos Yoga and are necessary for the class to be recognised by the health insurance company.
Classes paid for by a single product (Yoga 60/90 minutes/Prenatal 60 minutes) are generally NOT accepted by the health insurance (Krankenkasse / Zusatzversicherung), even when instructed by a health insurance recognised teacher (Carla Araos).
Classes taught by other teachers at Ljus Studio are NOT recognised by the health insurance.
If you need the document to claim part of the cost to your insurance, please ask Carla to give you the official document. The invoice given through Eversports is not valid for this purpose.
*Contributions vary between health insurance companies. Please check with your insurance company for more information about your specific policy.
For more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
with Carla Araos
18:45 - 20:15
ASHTANGA YOGA LEVEL 2
This class follows the Ashtanga Vinyasa method and is ideal for students familiar with the standing sequence. We will use the breath, gaze, and both external and internal postures to explore the primary series, following the traditional Sanskrit count.
If you’re new to Ashtanga Yoga, we recommend starting with the Ashtanga Level 1 class on Mondays.
The practice will purify the body, nervous system, and mind, enhancing balance, strength, flexibility, and mental focus, while relieving stress.
This class may include inversions, arm balances, and backbends.
HEALTH INSURANCE RECOGNISED CLASS
KRANKENKASSE ANNERKANT
This class is recognised by the health insurance, so you may be eligible receive part of the cost back from your insurer (Krankenkasse Annerkant).*
Please note the following information:
– Prenatal classes must be booked with the 5 x Prenatal Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass or 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
– Regular group classes must be booked with the 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
These passes are specific for Carla Araos Yoga and are necessary for the class to be recognised by the health insurance company.
Classes paid for by a single product (Yoga 60/90 minutes/Prenatal 60 minutes) are generally NOT accepted by the health insurance (Krankenkasse / Zusatzversicherung), even when instructed by a health insurance recognised teacher (Carla Araos).
Classes taught by other teachers at Ljus Studio are NOT recognised by the health insurance.
If you need the document to claim part of the cost to your insurance, please ask Carla to give you the official document. The invoice given through Eversports is not valid for this purpose.
*Contributions vary between health insurance companies. Please check with your insurance company for more information about your specific policy.
For more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
THURSDAY
with Nicola Walter
18:00 - 19:30
with Lea Calabrese
18:30 - 19:45
VINYASA YOGA
A dynamic, flowing practice that connects breath with movement to create a moving meditation. Each sequence is designed to build strength, flexibility, and balance while encouraging mindfulness and presence. The class moves through creative transitions and postures in harmony with the rhythm of your breath. Suitable for all levels, it offers options to deepen or soften each pose according to your experience. You’ll leave feeling grounded, energized, and centered in both body and mind.
NEW CLASS STARTING 23.10.25!
with Sarah Mai
20:00 - 21:30
HATHA FLOW
Sarah emphasises practicing mindfully and listening to the body’s intuitive feedback. In her classes, she always refers back to an awareness of the breath. Yoga shall not merely ground and strengthen, but support us to find a peaceful path to our inner essence. She shares her philosophical understanding of yoga with her students, inviting them to lead their awareness from the mind into the space of the heart and to reside in that space.
FRIDAY
POSTNATAL YOGA COURSE
with Carla Araos
10:45 - 11:45
POSTNATAL YOGA COURSE WITH OR WITHOUT BABIES
Health Insurance Recognised / Krankenkasse Annerkant*
NEW COURSE DATES SUMMER/AUTUMN 2025:
Tuesday 02.09.2025, 10:30 – 11:45
Tuesday 09.09.2025, 10:30 – 11:45
Tuesday 16.09.2025, 10:30 – 11:45
Tuesday 23.09.2025, 10:30 – 11:45
Tuesday 30.09.2025, 10:30 – 11:45
Tuesday 07.10.2025, 10:30 – 11:45
This weekly 6 part (7 hours+) course is held in a closed group and has a smaller setting than a regular class, making it semi-private. So mums have space to be comfortable and safe, while receiving more personlised instruction in a cosy environment.
BABIES ARE MOST WELCOME! (Until they start crawling).
Price for all 6 sessions: 220 CHF
Price for drop-ins: 44 CHF
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
*Contributions vary between health insurance companies. Please check with your insurance company for more information about your specific policy.
with Carla Araos
12:15 - 13:15
ASHTANGA LUNCH FLOW
This yoga class is for when you need a boost of energy, it will challenge, strengthen, stretch, and revitalise you!
This class takes form using the Ashtanga Vinyasa method. We will move through a series of poses to refresh, reset, and rejuvenate your mind and body so you are ready to continue your day with more clarity, focus, body, and mental space. This is the perfect yoga class to take when you need a break!
This is an open-level class. Basic yoga experience is recommended.
Level: Open
Carla teaches in English
HEALTH INSURANCE RECOGNISED CLASS
KRANKENKASSE ANNERKANT
This class is recognised by the health insurance, so you may be eligible receive part of the cost back from your insurer (Krankenkasse Annerkant).*
Please note the following information:
– Prenatal classes must be booked with the 5 x Prenatal Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass or 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
– Regular group classes must be booked with the 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
These passes are specific for Carla Araos Yoga and are necessary for the class to be recognised by the health insurance company.
Classes paid for by a single product (Yoga 60/90 minutes/Prenatal 60 minutes) are generally NOT accepted by the health insurance (Krankenkasse / Zusatzversicherung), even when instructed by a health insurance recognised teacher (Carla Araos).
Classes taught by other teachers at Ljus Studio are NOT recognised by the health insurance.
If you need the document to claim part of the cost to your insurance, please ask Carla to give you the official document. The invoice given through Eversports is not valid for this purpose.
*Contributions vary between health insurance companies. Please check with your insurance company for more information about your specific policy.
For more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
SATURDAY
with Carla Araos
09:15 - 10:15
PRENATAL YOGA
(We also currently offer a BIRTH PREPARATION COURSE. For more) information, see here)
The practice is carefully tailored for your time as a mother-to-be. The intention is to support your pregnancy, preparing you for giving birth, to accept the natural changes, to trust, be confident and have resilience. In this class, we will be focusing on conscious breathing, stretching, strengthening the back and legs, releasing tension and relaxing. Prenatal yoga gives expecting mothers different tools which they can access when they need them the most.
HEALTH INSURANCE RECOGNISED CLASS
KRANKENKASSE ANNERKANT
This class is recognised by the health insurance, so you may be eligible receive part of the cost back from your insurer (Krankenkasse Annerkant).*
Please note the following information:
– Prenatal classes must be booked with the 5 x Prenatal Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass or 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
– Regular group classes must be booked with the 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
These passes are specific for Carla Araos Yoga and are necessary for the class to be recognised by the health insurance company.
Classes paid for by a single product (Yoga 60/90 minutes/Prenatal 60 minutes) are generally NOT accepted by the health insurance (Krankenkasse / Zusatzversicherung), even when instructed by a health insurance recognised teacher (Carla Araos).
Classes taught by other teachers at Ljus Studio are NOT recognised by the health insurance.
If you need the document to claim part of the cost to your insurance, please ask Carla to give you the official document. The invoice given through Eversports is not valid for this purpose.
*Contributions vary between health insurance companies. Please check with your insurance company for more information about your specific policy.
For more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
with Carla Araos
10:30 - 12:00
ASHTANGA INSPIRED MORNING FLOW
Taking elements form the Ashtanga Vinyasa method, using the breath, the gaze, and both the outward and internal postures of the body, we will move energetically through this practice where the breath, and transitions between poses are the primary focus. This practice will improve your mental focus and encourages you to stay in the moment and will allow you to gain total body awareness and correct imbalances by yourself while developing the muscles and core strength to support a healthy posture.
You will leave the studio ready for a brand-new day and a beautiful weekend ahead.
HEALTH INSURANCE RECOGNISED CLASS
KRANKENKASSE ANNERKANT
This class is recognised by the health insurance, so you may be eligible receive part of the cost back from your insurer (Krankenkasse Annerkant).*
Please note the following information:
– Prenatal classes must be booked with the 5 x Prenatal Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass or 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
– Regular group classes must be booked with the 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
These passes are specific for Carla Araos Yoga and are necessary for the class to be recognised by the health insurance company.
Classes paid for by a single product (Yoga 60/90 minutes/Prenatal 60 minutes) are generally NOT accepted by the health insurance (Krankenkasse / Zusatzversicherung), even when instructed by a health insurance recognised teacher (Carla Araos).
Classes taught by other teachers at Ljus Studio are NOT recognised by the health insurance.
If you need the document to claim part of the cost to your insurance, please ask Carla to give you the official document. The invoice given through Eversports is not valid for this purpose.
*Contributions vary between health insurance companies. Please check with your insurance company for more information about your specific policy.
For more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
HEALTH INSURANCE RECOGNISED CLASS
KRANKENKASSE ANNERKANT
The classes taught by Carla Araos and marked in the schedule are recognised by the health insurance, so you may be eligible receive part of the cost back from your insurer (Krankenkasse Annerkant).*
Please note the following information:
– For prenatal classes, it must be booked with the 5 x Prenatal Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass or 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
– For regular group classes, it must be booked with the 10 x Regular Classes – Insurance Recognised Pass.
These passes are specific for Carla Araos Yoga and are necessary for the class to be recognised by the health insurance company.
Classes paid for by a single product (Yoga 75/90 minutes/Prenatal 60 minutes) are generally NOT accepted by the health insurance (Krankenkasse / Zusatzversicherung), even when instructed by a health insurance recognised teacher (Carla Araos).
Classes taught by other teachers at Ljus Studio are NOT recognised by the health insurance.
If you need the document to claim part of the cost to your insurance, please ask Carla to give you the official document. The invoice given through Eversports is not valid for this purpose.
*Contributions vary between health insurance companies. Please check with your insurance company for more information about your specific policy.
For more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
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