15 – 19 July, 2026
This 5-day retreat is a journey into the Self. Beyond mind, body and emotions, there is a vast, silent space waiting for us. It’s beyond words, yet it can be called Truth, Eternity or Self-Realisation.
A RETREAT FOR YOU
Awakening to the Self means to discover who you truly are beyond the chattering of the mind, the fluctuations of the emotions and the changing sensations of the body. If we look into our nature, we can find an entity that never changes, that is always there, and that can be of great relief and support for us.
Through Meditation, Morning Silence, Yoga, Spirituality & Shadow Work, as well as Nature, Nature Walks, bathing in the lake, we slowly let go of whatever we take ourselves to be in the everyday life and we make space to see what’s really true for us and what we find.
Satsang and Self-Inquiry are group spaces, where we are coming together to explore questions around Self-Realisation, everyday life issues, spiritual quests, mondaine quests, and the questions will be answered from a deeper place, from the Self. Evelyne will share her wisdom, from being with Satsang teachers for many years herself, as well as from her own experience within Spiritual Psychotherapy, where she combines Spirituality and Shadow Work/Psychotherapy, as well as Trauma work.
This is a retreat where we will dive deep, without loosing the lightness and joy in it. The retreat is structured in a way that movement of the body, stillness, nature, diving deep, are in a good balance. In fact, Self-Discovery can be joyful, fun and empowering.
RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS
Each day is designed to nourish body, calm mind, and awaken your senses to the beauty of the Swedish wilderness.
Through meditation, silence, and self-inquiry, we explore the essential question “Who am I?”—gently discovering the still and unchanging presence beyond thoughts, emotions, and sensations.
Creative Vinyasa Flow practices connect breath and movement in a flowing sequence of postures, supported by pranayama and deep relaxation.
A holistic approach that combines spirituality with psychotherapy, inviting us to meet and integrate the hidden aspects of ourselves while reconnecting with our deeper nature.
A shared space of inquiry where questions about life, spirituality, and self-realisation are explored together, with answers arising from a deeper place within.
Grounded therapeutic work that gently supports the healing of past experiences, creating space for greater presence, resilience, and inner peace.
Exploring the surrounding forest paths and taking refreshing dips in the lake, allowing the pristine beauty of nature to enliven and inspire you.
— Previous retreat guest
YOUR DAYS
The schedule will vary slightly from day to day, with the first and last days including our Opening and Closing Circles. All classes and workshops are optional, so you’re warmly invited to follow what feels most supportive for you and shape the retreat in your own way.
Check-in is at 15:00 on the arrival day, and check-out is at 15:00 on the departure day.
7.30 – 8.15
A quiet return to the breath and the present moment. Stillness deepens, thoughts soften, and awareness becomes spacious and clear.
9.00
A nourishing morning meal enjoyed in silence. A gentle space to remain present and allow the practice of the morning to settle.
10.30 – 12.00
Dynamic and fluid sequences combined with therapeutic movements to support alignment, strength, and ease in the body.
13:30
A wholesome shared meal prepared with care, offering time to nourish the body and connect with the group.
14.30-16.00
Time to rest, swim in the lake, enjoy the floating sauna, or take a quiet walk in nature.
16.00 – 18.00
Guided sessions exploring spirituality and self-discovery, integrating inner inquiry with psychological and therapeutic perspectives.
19:00
Gather for a delicious, wholesome evening meal shared in a peaceful and heart-centered atmosphere.
20.30 – 22.00
An open space for questions and exploration of life, spirituality, and the nature of the Self, supported through dialogue, inquiry, and meditation.
ALL-INCLUSIVE
Not Included
YOUR GUIDE
From an early age on, Evelyne was driven by the quest: What else is there between birth and death? Her pathway lead into Psychology and Gestalt Therapy. As a former athlete in Snowboarding she trained mentally with Sophrology, a Consciousness Training, which literally blew her mind about what is possible with a clear mind.
She started Yoga in 1999, and teaches Vinyasa Yoga (RYS 500) since 2012. Evelyne integrates knowledge from the East, like Yoga, Taosim, Tibetan and Zen Buddhism, Advaita Vedanta, and knowledge from the West, like Psychotherapy and Gestalt Therapy. She has 25 years of experience as a therapist and built up 2 holistic centers in Switzerland.
She spent many years with Satsang teachers (Kranti Ananta & Paul Hurcomb), where a clear recognition of the underlying Self has happened. Her teaching style is very down to earth with a warm, understanding, yet clear, direct and humorous approach. She created her own Curriculum in Spiritual Psychotherapy, where she combines Spirituality and Shadow Work. Evelyne holds Retreats in Switzerland, Sweden, Italy and Spain.
Spiritual Psychotherapy
Self-Inquiry
Vinyasa Yoga
Shadow Work
Meditation & Consciousness
East–West Wisdom
GUEST EXPERIENCES
“Shambala has a special place in my heart. Each time I’m there, I feel so happy to have found it and so nourished by the experience. The connections; the kindness; the honesty; the laughs. I feel like it shapes me into the best version of myself. Then there’s the food, the forest, the sauna, the lake, the time to play and just be… It’s hard to leave”
“Dear Evelyne,
It has been one week since the Eastern Retreat. I wanted to thank you again for this beautifull experience. Your life lessons during the satsang nights, the short book readings and theory lessons during yoga class and your warm and positive energy made the retreat so complete!
I would describe the feeling that the silence retreat gave me as ‘ peaceful, calm, and fully present ‘. It really felt like coming home to myself.
Now I am at home, and real life has started again, sometimes my ‘ mind’ takes over. But now I know how to come back to myself, and to the same feeling I had during the retreat.
I hope to see you again at a next retreat!
I wish you all the best!”
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
The journey from Arlanda to Shambala (Skinnskatteberg Station) takes around 3 hours and is quite straightforward. You can search for and purchase tickets at www.sj.se.
Please note that the full train schedule is usually available only 2–3 weeks before your intended travel date, so there’s no need to book earlier than that. There are several route options.
As there are no direct trains, you’ll need to take a combination of trains and/or buses. Once you arrive at Skinnskatteberg Station, we’ll pick you up — it’s just a 7-minute drive to Shambala.
Comfortable yoga clothing, a warm layer for the evenings, earplugs and an eye mask for the bright summer mornings, sturdy shoes for forest walks, and a journal if you enjoy writing. Yoga mats and props are provided. Swimwear for the sauna is optional. We’ll send a full packing list after booking.
Our kitchen is designed to avoid the most common allergens. That said, please let us know in advance if you have any food allergies or specific dietary needs, and we’ll take them into account when planning the menu.
For guests with multiple allergies, we offer a simple daily meal option of steamed vegetables and boiled rice.
While we aim to keep our kitchen as gluten-free as possible, trace amounts of gluten may still be present. Our meals are generally suitable for those with gluten intolerance, but we cannot guarantee the absence of cross-contamination for guests with celiac disease.
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. A single room may be available for an additional fee.
All accommodation options have access to shared showers and bathrooms.
We love children and would truly love to be able to host parents with young kids.
However, we’ve found that having young children on site can make it challenging to maintain the peaceful retreat atmosphere that many of our guests seek and deeply value.
For this reason, unless otherwise agreed, our retreats are intended for adults and youth aged 12 and above.
We love animals, but as some guests have allergies, we’re unable to allow animals inside the buildings. For this reason, we kindly discourage guests from bringing their pets.
Bed linen and towels are included with your booking. You may opt out of both for a 200 SEK discount. To do so, please apply the coupon code ‘NOLINEN’ at checkout.
We understand that life can be unpredictable, and if something unexpected comes up, we truly want to support you as best we can. At the same time, as a small business, we need to honor the sustainability of our work and are therefore unable to offer refunds close to the retreat start date. Thank you so much for your understanding.
Cancel up to 3 months before arrival and receive a full refund.
Cancel up to 14 days before arrival and receive a 70% refund.
Cancel up to 6 days before arrival and receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel 5 days or fewer before arrival, the retreat fee is non-refundable.
We warmly recommend arranging travel insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances.
The retreat cost does not include travel insurance. Travel insurance is recommended for all participants.
Join us 15 – 19 July for a journey into the Self. Beyond mind, body and emotions, there is a vast, silent space waiting for us.
The Early Bird discount of 600 kr is already included in the current prices. On April 16th, the price will automatically go up.
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