Sometimes, life calls for us to pause and do nothing—to be with ourselves, hold space for what’s present in us, simplify, slow down, rest, and breathe deeply away from the busyness of everyday life. A sincere time to simply be.
Picture yourself with your own single room at Shambala, enjoying one optional yoga class per day, evening saunas and lake dips and plenty of time for forest walks, or meeting new people, if you wish. A restful personal reset, at an affordable price—this is a Just Be Retreat at Shambala Gatherings.
WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE DURING THIS RETREAT
- Your Own Cozy Space: option to book a private single room to unwind, reflect, and rest.
- Optional Daily Classes: Join one yoga session each day, tailored for all levels, led by our experienced teacher, Annelie.
- Evening Sauna & Lake Dips: Relax in the warmth of our sauna and refresh with a dip in the serene frozen lake.
- Nature at Your Doorstep: Explore well-marked forest trails for peaceful walks, where you might spot local wildlife.
- Delicious, Nourishing Meals: Enjoy three abundant buffet meals daily, prepared with love, using vegan, gluten-free and mostly organic ingredients.
- Creative Knitting (Optional): Join meditative knitting sessions with Annelie.
- Plenty of Free Time: Relax, read, journal, or simply breathe in the tranquil surroundings.
- Lakeside Views: Savor meals or moments of reflection on our spacious deck overlooking the shimmering lake.
- Connection or Solitude: Meet like-minded people, share stories, or retreat into your own quiet space—whatever you need.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Three abundant vegan buffet meals per day
• Accommodation
• Daily yoga classes
• Optional knitting sessions
• Daily sauna
• Bonfire
• Pick up and drop off from and to the local station (Skinnskatteberg)
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
• Train and bus tickets to Skinnskatteberg
• Bed sheets and towels
• Travel insurance
Arrival Time: February 6th at 4:00 PM
Departure Time: February 9th at 3:00 PM
Please note that we are unable to accommodate early arrivals or late departures. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to your stay!
INTEGRATE WITH NATURE
Nestled in the heart of Bergslagen’s forest, Shambala Gatherings is surrounded by the natural habitats of deer, moose, and beavers. Explore a network of well-marked trails offering walks of varying lengths, perfect for immersing yourself in the serenity of the wilderness.
RECONNECT, RECHARGE AND REDISCOVER THE JOY OF SIMPLY BEING
Here, nature, rest, and optional activities create the perfect setting for a personal reset. Whether you’re here to move, meditate, knit, or simply enjoy the stillness, this is your time to come as you are—and leave feeling lighter.
GET NOURISHED
Inspired by the Indian Ayurvedic health tradition, our kitchen serves delicious and nutritious food that is vegan, gluten-free, and made primarily with organic ingredients. Meals are often enjoyed on the sunny deck overlooking the lake. We are happy to accommodate dietary allergies—please inform us when making your booking.
LOCATION AND ACCOMMODATION
Shambala is an intimate yoga community and retreat center nestled in the forests of Bergslagen, two hours from Stockholm in Skinnskatteberg, Västmanland.
Dedicated to community and yoga, Shambala’s vision is to live harmoniously with nature. Surrounded by lush forests and a tranquil lake, it invites you to enjoy peaceful walks, refreshing swims, and moments of reflection. A highlight is the floating sauna by the lake, offering a soothing experience.
Accommodations are cozy and simple, with options to share a room or enjoy a private single room. Rooms are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
At Shambala, you’ll be welcomed wholeheartedly with open arms into a homely, family atmosphere, where daily lake swims and saunas are just a part of the healing experience that this special place offers.
You can view our accommodation below.
For more information on our rooms and facilities, please visit our The Place page.
Private or Shared Twin Bedroom
“I recently returned from a retreat at Shambala, and I just wanted to say it was the most gorgeous place. The unspoiled beauty and the energy of the whole area were simply wonderful—so calm and peaceful. The food was delicious, and everyone there was so lovely. I had the most amazing, special weekend, and the warm memories will stay with me forever. I hope I’m lucky enough to return in the future.”
“Shambala is a very beautiful place were you can be yourself and easily connect with other people around you.
You can be alone in the nature and go for amazing walks in the forest and truly come at ease.
The times that I was there it gave me new insights about myself and more guidance in life.”
“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 of my life”.
Amazing experience!! Beautiful nature around the Shambala. Yoga there was outstanding!! Vegan Food incredible tasty!! Great and friendly community of people. If you suffer from stress, this is ideal place to be!
meet YOUR TEACHER
TEACHER’S BIO
Annilie Pettersson
Annelie began her yoga training and teaching journey back in 2005. Over the years, she has run her own yoga studio, led numerous classes, and hosted transformative retreats.
She is certified in Power Yoga, Yin Yoga, and Pregnancy Yoga, bringing a diverse skill set to her teaching. Â
A passionate knitter for many years, Annelie sees it as part of her meditation practice, using it as a form of mindful and creative expression.
As a teacher, she is known for her inspiring and adaptable approach, drawing deeply from her personal experiences.Â
Annelie has been coming to Shambala for many years, and this time, we are delighted to welcome her as a part of this Just Be Retreat. We trust that her unique gifts will bring something truly special to your experience.Â
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MORE at Shambala
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!
GALLERY
How to get here
Shambala Gatherings
Borntorpet 1
Skinnskatteberg
Sweden
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.