SEPTEMBER 9–13, 2026
Vad händer i kroppen & sinnet när vi yogar? Möt hösten med en vitaliserande yogaretreat!
A RETREAT FOR YOU
Möt hösten med en vitaliserande yogaretreat med kundaliniyoga på mysiga Shambala Gatherings i Skinnskatteberg – en fristad där kropp och själ kan blomma. Denna 4,5-dagars retreat är en unik chans att följa med på en liten del av Yogainstitutets yogalärarutbildning.
Vi är tre yogalärare på denna yogaretreat: Guru Dharam, en världskänd yogi med över 40 års erfarenhet av kundaliniyoga och esoteriska läror, samt Birgitta Hedman och Inga Strante – båda med över 24 års erfarenhet av kundaliniyoga och medicinsk yoga.
Du kan ge dig själv fantastiska dagar med yoga, meditation och gongbadsavslappningar. Det blir även dans, ceremoni och gemenskap kring lägerelden. Vi gör andningspromenader, så kallade breathwalks, i den omgivande naturens lugn. Kanske tar du ett morgondopp i sjön.
Shambala har en fantastisk bastu precis vid bryggan – perfekt för ett dopp. Den är mycket uppskattad av våra tidigare deltagare.
Vi bjuds på god och inspirerande vegansk mat som stärker våra kroppar och sinnen. Det reflekterar också vår strävan efter en hälsosam och hållbar livsstil. Du får yogisk inspiration till att tänka nytt, både i köket och på yogamattan, för din egen hållbara hälsa.
Därför får du också med dig hem alla yogapass och meditationer som vi gör – en riktig balanserande nystart och höstrengöring.
Vi är glada att vi på denna retreat även kommer att ha med Guru Dharam, en världskänd yogi med över 40 års erfarenhet av yoga och esoteriska läror.
Kom med oss för att ge dig energi att orka med hösten och få inspiration till att fortsätta med egen självutveckling efteråt. Förra året var det fler som anslöt till vår retreat i samband med yogautbildningen och var supernöjda. Läs mer på Yogainstitutets hemsida om det.
This retreat has one sponsored spot available. We recognize that current world events have added strain for many and may have affected your ability to prioritize wellness. To support you in getting the rest you deserve, we’re offering the chance to attend this retreat at a discounted rate.
If you’re interested, please email us at ShambalaGatherings@gmail.com with a bit about yourself, and you’ll be considered for the available spot.
RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS
Each day is designed to nourish body, calm mind, and awaken your senses to the beauty of the Swedish wilderness.
Give yourself the most beautiful start to the day with morning yoga, mantra chanting, and deep relaxation. A sacred practice to awaken your energy, center your mind, and set the tone for the day ahead.
Experience powerful kundalini yoga sessions guided by experienced teachers. These classes combine movement, breath, and meditation to support vitality, clarity, and inner balance.
Gather in the warmth of the fire for evenings of mantra chanting and connection. A space to soften, open the heart, and share a sense of community in a grounding atmosphere.
Dive into the energetic system of the chakras through guided practices and teachings. Cultivate awareness and balance within your body, supporting both emotional and physical wellbeing.
Discover the yogic concept of the ten bodies and deepen your understanding of the self. Through practice and reflection, explore new dimensions of awareness and personal growth.
Enjoy peaceful walks in nature combined with conscious breathing techniques. These guided breathwalks help calm the mind, energize the body, and connect you more deeply with the surrounding landscape.
— Daniel | Previous retreat guest
YOUR DAYS
Our days will unfold in a gentle and nourishing rhythm, balancing practice, creativity, rest, and time in nature.
Each day offers a unique program while maintaining this supportive rhythm, creating space for deep practice, connection, and joyful celebration.
Check-in is at 14:00 on the arrival day, and check-out is at 15:00 on the departure day.
05.30
Aquarian Sadhana with yoga and mantra chanting
08.30
A relaxed, nourishing and easy-to-digest meal enjoyed slowly in shared silence.
09.30
Yoga theory
13.00
A vibrant, freshly prepared vegan buffet to nourish and delight the senses.
14.30 - 18:00
Yoga theory
16.30 - 18:00
Led by Guru Dharam, or Birgitta or offered by one of their students as part of their training.
18.30 - 19:30
Gather for a delicious, wholesome evening meal shared in a peaceful and heart-centered atmosphere.
19.30 - 20:30
ALL-INCLUSIVE
Not Included
per person · all-inclusive · shared twin room
use code EARLYBIRD
from May 31
until May 30
(other room tiers available)
YOUR GUIDE
Birgitta Hedman driver Yogainstitutet i Karlstad, ett yogacenter som hon startade 2010. Hon har haft yogagrupper sedan 2002 och har ständigt vidareutbildat sig.
Hon är KRI (Kundalini Research Institute) Level 3 Lead Kundalini Yoga Teacher Trainer, utbildad i Medicinsk yoga vid IMY, där hon även har utbildat instruktörer i Medicinsk yoga. Hon har också genomgått “Conscious Pregnancy Yoga Training” med Tarn Taran Kaur.
Birgitta är även taktil massör enligt Takti Pro och gongutbildad av Don Conreaux.
Kundaliniyoga
Medveten närvaro
Självutveckling
GUEST EXPERIENCES
“Jag var väldigt nöjd på alla sätt. Trots att jag hade ont i ryggen innan retreaten kunde jag vara med genom att anpassa övningarna, och jag mådde så bra av det. Programmet var väl sammansatt med många olika övningar och aktiviteter. Mantrasången i gryningen var något helt nytt och underbart, och jag uppskattade även att få ta del av teorin bakom yogan. Maten var jättegod, även för mig som inte är vegan till vardags. Platsen var vacker, men det jag uppskattade mest var gemenskapen – jag kände mig snabbt inkluderad. Sammanfattningsvis blev retreaten ett minne för livet!”
“Shambala is this gorgeous space where strangers become family, the lake and forest your home, your breath is your theme song, your movement medicine, and vibrant food to nourish YOU for your journey with yourself.”
“Shambala is a way of life I have yet to find anywhere else in the world. The healing and growth I experienced there has been life changing. This is a place I have encouraged so many people I love to go.”
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 ‘ECOLAUNDRY’ 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 from September 9–13 for five days of a revitalizing yoga retreat!
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