NOVEMBER 6–8, 2026
Surrounded by peaceful nature, you are guided through meditation, gentle yoga, breathwork, sauna rituals, and the quiet power of silence.
A RETREAT FOR YOU
RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS
Each day is designed to nourish body, calm mind, and awaken your senses to the beauty of the Swedish wilderness.
A gateway into the present moment: cultivating presence, kindness, and clarity. Drawing on practices from Buddhism, yoga, psychology, and mindfulness.
Exploring the power of the breath through different rhythms and techniques to strengthen, open, and discover what lies within. Inspired by Holotropic Breathwork, the Wim Hof Method, and yoga.
Guided practices for deep rest and relaxation, inviting you to soften into the body, quiet the mind, and connect with a deeper sense of being.
Themes, reflections, and meditations designed to support deeper self-awareness, insight, and self-discovery.
Gentle yoga practices with a focus on presence, nervous system regulation, and mindful movement. A nourishing practice to release tension, support healthy lymphatic flow, and strengthen the body in a gentle and balanced way.
Time to unwind in the sauna and awaken your vitality with invigorating cold-water dips in the lake.
YOUR DAYS
Please note that he schedule is organic and subject to change.
Our days will unfold in a gentle and energizing rhythm, balancing practice, rest, and time in nature.
Check-in is at 15:00 on the arrival day, and check-out is at 15:00 on the departure day.
8.00
9.00
A relaxed, nourishing and easy-to-digest breakfast enjoyed slowly in shared silence.
10:00 - 11:30
11:30 - 13:30
13.30
A vibrant, freshly prepared vegan lunch buffet to nourish and delight the senses.
15:00 - 17:00
18:00 - 19:00
18.30
Gather for a delicious, wholesome evening meal shared in a peaceful and heart-centered atmosphere
20:30 - 21:30
ALL-INCLUSIVE
Not Included
YOUR GUIDE
Born and raised in the forests and landscapes of Dalarna, Sweden, Johan has always felt a deep connection to nature and a natural curiosity for the inner world.
Meditation, psychology, spirituality, dance, and music have been an integral part of his journey.
He has studied with and been deeply influenced by teachers such as Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, Pema Chödrön, and Ken Wilber.
Today, Johan brings together transpersonal psychology, integrative therapy, yoga, meditation, and conscious movement.
His work is an invitation to slow down, come home to the body, and explore the deeper layers of ourselves with presence, curiosity, and kindness
Learn more about his work at Therhythm.se
Integrative Theraphy
Psychology & Meditation
Yoga & Breathwork
GUEST EXPERIENCES
“The energy is so so clear, deeply heart centred. And the intent with which Shambala is held is so beautiful, it has become a massively important of my life.”
“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, and then 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 not included in the price for this retreat.
Want to help us reduce our environmental impact? Please bring your own bed linen (a single sheet, duvet cover, and two pillowcases) and two towels. If you prefer, you can rent the full linen and towel set from us for 350 SEK.
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 November 6–8 for a 3 day immersion devoted to the most meaningful encounter of all: the meeting with yourself!
Or write to us directly: hello@shambalagatherings.com
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