ĀTMA visits APATA
Boulder Retreat 

Join ĀTMA and APATA in Magic Wood, the granite boulder paradise of the Swiss Alps. As we combine our strengths to offer you a unique introduction to one of the world's most iconic climbing destinations. With 2 day's of professional coaching, local guidance and a small group environment, you'll discover how Magic Wood works beyond the guidebook, understand how to navigate the forest with confidence and experience the area through the knowledge of those who call it home. Along the way, you'll experience the rhythm of the climbing community, learn how to move respectfully within this unique natural environment and gain a deeper understanding of the culture that has kept Magic Wood one of the world's most special climbing areas. Participants leave not only with memorable days on granite, but with a richer understanding of the forest, its community and the responsibility that comes with climbing here. Can't join the full retreat? Day tickets are also available, with flexible options for meals and accommodation. WHAT THIS RETREAT FOCUSES ON A Safe Introduction to Magic Wood Magic Wood can feel intimidating at first. Uneven landings, rugged terrain and countless boulders can make it difficult to know where to start. Together with experienced local climbers, you'll explore the forest with confidence, allowing you to focus less on uncertainty and more on enjoying the experience. Move Through the Forest with Confidence From choosing the right sectors to navigating the approaches and understanding the rhythm of the area, you'll discover how to move comfortably and respectfully through Magic Wood. Our local knowledge helps remove the guesswork, so you can simply enjoy climbing. Just Climb Together At the heart of this retreat is climbing together. Share days on beautiful granite, encourage one another, discover new boulders and enjoy everything that makes Magic Wood such a special place. Less searching, less worrying, more climbing, more connection and more fun. Professional Coaching Experience the unique coaching style of Tiba Vroom, combining movement, body awareness and thoughtful beta. For this special edition you'll have the rare opportunity to experience 2 full day's of her coaching on the granite of Magic Wood instead of the sandstone she is best known for. Yoga & Movement A healthy warm-up and good body maintenance are essential for both performance and longevity in climbing. Through practical movement sessions, warm-ups at the crag, shared routines and a short interactive workshop, we'll explore what truly benefits climbers and how to prepare for a day on the rock. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Participants spend several days immersed in the climbing environment of Magic Wood, one of the most iconic granite boulder areas in the Alps. Expect full climbing days on real rock, time to explore the forest and boulders and a small group environment that allows for plenty of climbing and shared learning throughout the day. Life follows the rhythm of a real climbing trip. Long days outside with pads and brushes. And more relaxed evenings where stories, food and the occasional campfire bring the group together. Movement sessions help prepare the body for a full climbing day, support recovery and contribute to long-term climbing performance. The full program is shared with participants after booking, giving you access to the complete experience while allowing the retreat to move with the rhythm of the group, the weather and the climbing conditions.