Do you sometimes feel like the expectations of daily life are endless, and that in the process of keeping up you drift further from connection not only within yourself, but in your relationships?
Further from the simple moments, full to the brim with life.
Relational Sanctuary is the antidote. These 4 days will feel like a journey beyond space and time, leaving you deeply rested, reenergized, in connection, and present with the heart of life. But more so, you’ll return home with valuable skills to continue to nurture your relationships to self and others.
As a bonus, Shambala is graciously offering us a 15% discount on food and accommodation for this retreat. Use the code “sanctuary15” at checkout.
REST & SPRING NATURE
Even restorative practices can feel overwhelming – if there’s too much. Doing nothing allows for everything. Enjoy being; in the lake, the sauna, the beautiful forest. Regenerate by three abundant buffet meals a day.
CONNECTION TO SELF
An evolving connection with others is near impossible without welcoming connection within. This is where it starts. We’ll invite inner connection through self-centering movement and breath, inquiry and relational practices.
CONNECTION TO LOVED ONE. YOU WILL:
✴︎ Based on the practice of Authentic Relating explore common pitfalls in intimacy and relationships such as; withholding needs or desires, blaming, or making assumptions.
✴︎Learn transformational ways of communicating around these, and experience the power of chosen vulnerability.
✴︎ Be guided through sweet & restful practices where shared breath, contact and massage allows for deeper relaxation.
✴︎ Recharge with fun and playful practices – sharing belly laughs is key!
As this retreat explores intimacy without sexual practices, it’s also suitable for close friends who wish to develop these areas and support each other on the path.
The retreat will be held in Swedish if only Swedish speaking participants. Some classes may be held outside to enjoy beautiful spring weather.
“I recently attended a conscious massage and touch class with Deniz and left the evening in a state of deep bliss, relaxation and gratitude. Deniz holds a magic gift in her instruction that allowed for a deepening intimacy throughout the workshop with my partner and myself. I re-discovered levels of sensuality, innocence and safety in my body I had not felt for a while when giving and receiving touch.”
“Deniz is such an amazing soul. She creates safe spaces for sensitive topics. She is extremely professional and at the same time deeply understanding. I absolutely recommend her work.”
STAY
Our beautiful venue is an intimate yoga community and retreat centre in the middle of the Swedish forest. 100% of all the energy we use comes from renewable sources, and the majority of our food is organic and locally, sustainably sourced.
The project started in 2005, out of a vision to live in communion with nature and dedicated to a life of community and yoga. What once was an artist community of yogis simply living in nature, slowly, throughout the years, opened its doors to those that wished to experience this way of living in the form of retreats.
The dense forests of Bergslagen around Skinnskatteberg are a fantastic place to encounter the very best of Sweden’s wildlife. Other than enjoying its abundant nature, trees and plants, you can also find the magnificent ”king of the Swedish forest”, moose – otherwise known as elk – in its natural habitat, and the many lakes and watercourses are home to beavers too. The surrounding area has also proven to be one of the best regions in Sweden to see other wildlife such as wolves, bears, lynx and owls.
EAT
The food is delicious, abundant, and wholesome. It’s vegan, Ayurvedic-based, mainly organic and gluten-free and we will often eat out on the sunny deck overlooking the lake.
The kitchen is at the heart of everything here, using the best possible ingredients and taking care of food combinations to ensure that you are nourished and energised throughout the retreat. We are passionate about providing food that is delicious to eat, look at and feel.
“I’ve had the good fortune to experience Shambala many times as I shared Bhakti.
The moment I would arrive I felt the vibrant nature greeting me, supporting us in a sacred embrace to dive deep into our hearts.
Such a magical place.
And the staff in beautiful alignment with what the land offers.
A place for healing, reconnection, inspiration, Love.”
“I Love this place, I have returned here many times each summer for 10 years. They have a way of making everyone feel at home and welcomed. Here I can sink into a healthy, balanced and fun daily routine. And for me it’s important to have the balance between seeing all of the inspiring people here, but also having alone time and quietude, which I find in the forest, lake, sauna, tipi, in the silent mornings, in my room or in a yoga class. I feel recharged and happy when I’m here and I’m so glad these kind of retreat centres exist!”
“Amazing experience!! Beautiful nature around 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!”
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Accommodation
All meals
Sessions with Deniz
Daily sauna
Pick up and drop off from Skinnskatteberg train station
Yoga mats and props
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Transport to and from Skinnskatteberg
Travel insurance
Massages and treatments are available at an extra cost
RETREAT INVESTMENT
Please note that the amount paid via our website is for Shambala’s food and accommodation only.
The teaching tuition should be paid directly to Deniz.
You will receive her bank details once we receive your booking for food & accommodation.
PRICE FOR TEACHING TUITION
First 6 bookings: 900 sek
Seventh booking onwards: 1400 sek
Sign up or payment inquiries: denizyogamassage@gmail.com
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.
Twin Bedroom Shared
Triple Bedroom Shared
Glamping Tent (double bed)
Lake view, heating and electricity
Your Own Tent
DAILY SCHEDULE
(subject to change)
Thursday
15.00 Checking in (Later arrivals are welcome)
16.00 Arriving together, creating context.
17.30 Sauna / free time
19.00 Dinner
20.15 Partner Yin Yoga & Thaimassage
21.45 Unwind for sleep
Friday
8.00 Gentle movement & self inquiry
9.00 Silent breakfast & time to enjoy
11.00 Fun & playful partner workout
12.30 Cooling off in lake / free time
13.30 Lunch
15.00 Authentic Relating – Self-awareness, communication for connection.
17.00 Sauna / free time
19.00 Dinner
20.15 Partner Yin Yoga & Thaimassage
21.45 Unwind for sleep
Saturday
8.00 Gentle movement & self inquiry in nature
9.00 Silent breakfast & time to enjoy
11.00 Fun & guided active play
12.30 Cooling off in lake / free time
13.30 Lunch
15.00 Authentic Relating – Deepening the practices
17.00 Sauna / free time
19.00 Dinner
20.15 Touch workshop: loving presence & communication
21.45 Unwind for sleep
Sunday
8.00 Gentle movement & self inquiry
9.00 Silent breakfast & time to enjoy
11.00 Revisiting & integrating together.
12-13 Space for practice according to group longings
13.30 Lunch
14.30 End circle
15.00 Check out
meet THE TEAM
TEACHER’S BIO
Deniz Liebert
Deniz holds sharing as a deep value of her heart, vulnerably bringing her own journey of self-discovery to empower others through her guidance as a yoga & dance teacher, physiotherapist, body awareness & relating facilitator.
She continuously partakes in deepening trainings all over the world, and infuses her work on inward and outward connection with qualities of authenticity, acceptance and lightheartedness.
Her spiritual practice revolves around relaxing back into peacefulness and cultivating mindful states, all while welcoming all parts and shades of our experience. With professional inquiries such as “How deeply can we allow ourselves to, truly, be?” and “How honestly can we allow ourselves to be received in our full being-ness?”.
Strongly rooted in both body and mind, Deniz enables deeper understanding of the impact of our nervous systems’ wiring while providing nuanced ways of direct exploration. Highly valuing individualization and integration into daily life. Her heart ignites to hold groups through soft expansion by loving and aware experience.
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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.