13 – 18 July, 2027
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.
We know that not everyone can afford the full retreat price, and we want to make this experience as accessible as possible. That’s why we’re offering two reduced-rate spot for those who feel called to join but would otherwise be unable to.
If this speaks to you, please email us at hello@shambalagatherings.com, share a little about yourself, and you’ll be considered for this spot.
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.
— Evelyne Vuilleumier
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.
The opening circle on arrival day is at 16:30.
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
15.30 – 17.30
Guided sessions exploring spirituality and self-discovery, integrating inner inquiry with psychological and therapeutic perspectives.
17.30 – 19.00
Enjoy our wood-fired sauna floating by the Shambala lake.
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
per person · all-inclusive · shared twin room
use code AWAKENING1000
from April 2
until April 1
(other room tiers available)
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!”
“Thank you so much for the retreat organized at Shambala. I arrived not really sure what to expect as it was my first yoga/spiritual retreat, and I returned with so much more than I could have ever imagined.
All those days were filled with meaning, peace, exploration of the self, nature and it opened up so many new doors in me; ways to live my life more grounded, spiritual, connected and with purpose. Your presence and the organization of the retreat also allowed for such a group cohesion to form, and it greatly contributed to the gratefulness I feel.
I will carry with me the experience and lessons of those times and I can not wait to keep exploring further the concepts that were newly introduced to me, as well as live with the healthy habits that shaped those days.”
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. Before each retreat, our kitchen is thoroughly cleaned, and no gluten-containing ingredients are brought into the kitchen during the retreat. We source almost all ingredients with gluten-free certification, including our oats, although some items such as ground spices are not specifically sourced with a gluten-free label.
Our meals are generally suitable for guests with gluten intolerance and many people with celiac disease. However, as we are not a certified gluten-free kitchen, we cannot fully guarantee the absence of cross-contamination for guests with severe sensitivity or celiac disease. If you have a high level of sensitivity, please let us know in advance so we can discuss the options available and help you find what feels safest and most comfortable for you.
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.
Want to support the environment? Bring your own sheets (single sheet, duvet cover, two pillow cases) and two towels and save 350 SEK — use code ECOLAUNDRY at checkout.
We kindly ask all guests to arrange a travel insurance before booking a retreat with us. As a small retreat centre, we are unfortunately unable to make exceptions to our cancellation policy, even in cases of illness, injury, or other unforeseen circumstances. Travel insurance helps protect you should your plans need to change unexpectedly.
If you are registering for this retreat directly with the teacher organizing it, please note that the teacher’s cancellation policy will apply, not Shambala’s. In that case, please ask your teacher directly about their cancellation policy.
The retreat price does not include travel insurance. We kindly ask all participants to ensure they have valid travel insurance before booking the retreat.
Join us 13 – 18 July for a journey into the Self. Beyond mind, body and emotions, there is a vast, silent space waiting for us.
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