Joyfulness Retreat with Kirtan & Ecstatic Dance with Vijay, Adam, and Irini

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This most joyful state of being lies within as all, and it can be unlocked. The practice of kirtan and dancing, helps us to move energy, release blockages and connect with our inner selves as well as our higher purpose. When we sing, and move together, we’re connecting with the universal rhythms and frequencies of love.

The practice of kirtan is based on chanting mantras, and in order to fully connect with this practice and understand it, you will during this retreat dive deeper into the meanings of mantras and learn more about how you can practice kirtan alone and with your loved ones.

Chanting and dancing is an ancient practice, in every corner of the world. The form of kirtan you will be introduced to during this retreat, is the Indian tradition based on mantras in sanskrit, and Vijay Krsna will share the stories behind them and his experiences from choosing the life of devotion.

Irini Dougias Andersson will share morning classes in yoga and dancing, and together with her partner Adam Lund Correa sharing their love and passion for Ecstatic Dance.

In order to digest and take in all the beauty and depth of these practices, you will have plenty of free time to enjoy the sauna, the forest, and taking dips in the lake. The food is deeply nourishing and every meal at Shambala is a celebration!

We invite you to this magical weekend,  surrounded by nature in a safe, quiet environment.

If you’re longing for community, deeper connection with yourself and others, take this opportunity to nurture yourself in all aspects of your being.

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“This is where the magic happens – together, with open hearts in beautiful nature.”

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DAILY SCHEDULE

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Friday

13.00 Check in opens

15.30 Check in closes

17.00  Opening circle with movement & chanting

19.00 Dinner

20.30 Evening Kirtan with Vijay & Friends

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Saturday

7.30 Yoga Dance Fusion class with Irini

9.00  Silent breakfast

11.30 – 13.00 How to do Kirtan workshop & Jam with Vijay

13.30 Lunch

17.30 – 18.30 Devotional talk & mantra workshop with Vijay

19.00 Dinner

20.30 Ecstatic Dance with Adam & Irini

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Sunday

7.30 Yoga Dance Fusion class with Irini

9.00  Silent breakfast

11.30 Closing Circle with Movement & Chanting

13.30 Lunch

13.30 Check out

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“The energy is so so clear, deeply heart centred. And the intent with which Shambala is held is so beautiful, it has become a massively important part of my life”.

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You can view our accommodation options below.
Please note that bringing your own tent is also an option.

For more information on our rooms and facilities, please visit our The Place page.

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Twin Bedroom Shared

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Triple Bedroom Shared

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Soulpad Glamping Tent (double bed) – lake view, heating and electricity

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GALLERY

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meet the team
TEACHER’S BIO

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https://www.youtube.com/@kirtaniyas

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The passion for yoga and dancing are equally her biggest interest in life. Her mission is to support people on their journey to a deeper connection with their body and inner child. With playfulness and careful guidance she facilitates yogaclasses, dance classes, ecstatic dance and different gatherings for adults as well as children.

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SOUL Space

We welcome you wholeheartedly to our place. Shambala consists of seven buildings in nature within which you can find two yoga salas, ten twin bedrooms, four triple bedrooms, one four-bed dormitory, three separate huts, a floating sauna and a lake!

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KITCHEN = HEART

The kitchen is the heart of Shambala. We just love to make delicious vegetarian and vegan food for you. We not only use the best possible ingredients, but we also take care of food combinations to ensure that you are in top energetic shape all throughout the retreat.

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COMMUNITY LIFE

Shambala is a joint effort. From the residential community and core staff, to the volunteers, to the teachers and guests that visit us every year. Since the beginning, our central focus has been to create a place where people can live together in harmony.

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How to get here

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Shambala Gatherings
Borntorpet 1
Skinnskatteberg
Sweden

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Located just two hours away from Stockholm in Skinnskatteberg, Sweden, the area is easily accessible by air, train and car, making a great option for a short break wildlife destination.

• Coming by air: The nearest airport to Shambala is Stockholm Vasteras. The second nearest airport is Arlanda airport, the main airport in Sweden. You can easily take a train all the way to Skinnskatteberg from both of them.
• Coming by train / bus: We are fortunate to have a train / bus station at Skinnskatteberg only 5 minutes ride from the center. We offer free pick up services from this station in summer.
• Coming by car: Simply open this Google map on your navigator and follow directions to Borntorpet 1 in Skinnskatteberg, Sweden.

Click (here) for more details on location

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