Ritual of Self: Yoga Retreat with Bella Carpenter

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE

▹ Grounding morning yoga and meditation sessions

▹ Evening yin and restorative yoga

▹ Daily sound bath journeys

▹ Breathwork, guided meditation and sharing circles

▹ Sauna, nature walks and forest time

▹ Buddhist philosophy workshops

▹ Cacao and fire ceremony

▹ Nourishing organic meals daily

▹ Yoga nidra for deep rest and emotional release

▹ Retreat gift to take home

WHY WE GATHER

This retreat is an invitation to step away from the busyness of everyday life and return to yourself. Ritual of Self offers a nurturing container to slow down, rest, and reconnect through yoga, meditation, breathwork, sound, sauna, and restorative rituals.

Set within the magical Shambala Gatherings in Skinnskatteberg, a warm lakeside yoga community nestled in ancient woods, you will be held by nature’s calm as we support your body, mind, and spirit. Each day is designed to guide you gently back to your own rhythm with grounding morning practices, quiet reflection, nourishing meals, soothing sound journeys, and heart led circles.

You are welcomed exactly as you are. This retreat is about presence, softness, and devoted care, offering a chance to pause, replenish, and return home to a deeper sense of self.

REGISTRATION & SUPPORT

For more details about pricing, registration, or if you have any questions at all, you’re warmly invited to reach out directly to Bella at soundyogawithbella@gmail.com

She’ll be happy to support you and share any additional information you may need!

THE FOOD

The kitchen at Shambala is the heart of the place. The food is prepared with love using the best possible, mainly organic, ingredients and combined with care to ensure nourishment throughout the retreat. Every meal is delicious, abundant, vegan, Ayurveda-inspired and gluten-free. All meals and hot drinks are provided and we will often enjoy our meals on the sunny deck overlooking the lake.

THE PLACE

Shambala Gatherings is a beautiful retreat center and yoga community in the middle of the Swedish forest. Located just two hours away from Stockholm, the area is easily accessible and makes a great option for a short break wildlife destination.

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 flora and lush beds of moss, the magnificent ”king of the Swedish forest”, moose – otherwise known as elk – can be seen here in its natural habitat, and the many lakes and watercourses are home to the beaver. The area has also proven to be one of the best regions in Sweden to see other wildlife such as wolves, bears, lynx and owls. 

ACOMMODATION

At Shambala, beyond being a retreat space, we cultivate a way of living deeply rooted in the yogic values of simplicity, presence, non-attachment, contentment, and communion with nature. Rather than luxury, what we offer is intimacy and a sense of belonging. Therefore, our accommodations are simple and mostly shared, with a variety of twin rooms, triple rooms, and glamping tents.

The guiding ethos is one of community and sustainability, creating a vibe that is understated, modest, welcoming, and easy. If you do feel a strong need for a single room, you can write to us at shambalagatherings@gmail.com – a single room may be available for an additional fee.

REGISTRATION & SUPPORT

For more details about pricing, registration, or if you have any questions at all, you’re warmly invited to reach out directly to Bella at soundyogawithbella@gmail.com

She’ll be happy to support you and share any additional information you may need!