In this retreat you get to experience the five elements, the most fundamental building bricks of which everything is made of – including ourselves.
Discover how earth, water, fire, air and ether show up in nature, your behaviors, in your body and in life.
The elements plays in integral part of yoga and is the foundation for Asanas, Mudras, the Chakra system, Pranayama and Ayurveda. But often, we learn these disciplines separately, without looking at the elements that form the fundament for these teachings and techniques.
This weekend we will honor and explore the elements. What element are you comfortable with? Or less comfortable with? Learn if you’ve developed different relationships to the other qualities. What happens when different elements meet? And how can you shift a pattern you might have with someone close to you, just by applying what you know about the elements? How can you guide someone who is lacking motivation or is agitated? This workshop sheds light on the world, your patterns, offers insights and laughter. Through embodiment we learn so much more than we do when we only read.
This is a weekend for you who want to come away into nature, rest, move, have fun, gain aha-moments, discover new insights and bring completely new qualities into your sun salutation. Come with an open mind and lets explore together!
SPONSORSHIP
We know that not everyone can afford the full retreat price, and we want to make this experience accessible. For this reason, we’re offering one reduced-rate spot for someone who feels called to join but would otherwise be unable to.
If this speaks to you, please email us at shambalagatherings@gmail.com
with a little bit about yourself, and you’ll be considered for this spot.
WHAT PREVIOUS PARTICIPANTS HAVE SAID
THE FOOD
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, enjoy a private single room (when available), or try glamping, with rooms 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 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.
Shared Twin Room
Shared Triple Room
Private Glamping Tent
double bed, lake view, heating and electricity
Bring Your Own Tent
DAILY SCHEDULE
(the schedule is organic and subject to change)
Arrival Time: Earliest 3:00 PM
Departure Time: 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!
THURSDAY
15.30 Check-in
16.30 – 17.00 Welcome Gathering & class
19.00 Delicious vegan evening meal
20.00–20.30 Evening sharing
Swimming, sauna
FRIDAY
07.30-08.45 Morning meditation + Puja to honor the elements
09.00 Breakfast buffet in silence + writing
10.30-13.00 Satsang + Physical practice.
13.30 Vegan lunch buffet
15.00-15.30 Sharing
19.00 Delicious vegan evening meal
Swimming, Sauna
SATURDAY
07.30-08.45 Morning meditation + Puja to honor the elements
09.00 Breakfast buffet in silence
10.30 Dynamic Yoga Asana Class
13.30 Succulent vegan lunch buffet
15.00-15.30 Sharing
16.00 Satsang Talk and physical exploration.
19.00 Delicious vegan evening meal
20.00 5 Elements Free movement workshop
SUNDAY
07.30-08.45 Morning meditation
09.00 Breakfast buffet in silence + writing
10.00 Satsang + Physical practice
13.30 Succulent vegan lunch buffet
14.15-16.00 Final class & sharing
16.00 Check out
Please stay for the whole retreat.
meet YOUR TEACHER
HANNA
Hanna has been practicing yoga since the ’90s and is the owner of Little Peace Yoga, awarded Swedens best yoga studio. She is an E-RYT with over 1.000 hours at Yoga Alliance and has many different Teacher Trainings and workshops. She is appreciated for her ability to make the yogic philosophy accessible to people today. She moves freely between dynamic asana practices to Satsang, yin, meditation and chanting depending on what serves the purpose. She is teaching at Little Peace Yoga, is an appreciated guest teacher at several yoga conferences and teacher trainings and is
hosting at the podcast” Little Peace Talk”.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
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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.