Step into Stillness: An Advent Weekend Retreat
The serene surroundings of Lake Hjorten offer space to rest, reflect, and reconnect with yourself.
Join us for a weekend of yoga, meaningful conversations, and quiet reflection—offering rest for body and mind as we enter the season of stillness. Held during the first weekend of Advent, this is a time to gently shift inward, to tend to your inner landscape, and to reconnect with what matters most.
This weekend, we will also explore self-care as a practice of listening to ourselves and responding with care. Alongside yoga and reflection, the warmth of the sauna and simple Korean body care rituals offer time to slow down and give the body gentle attention.
Yoga Practice
Our morning classes starts with meditation followed by a theme-based asana class. The class will be well-rounded, and we will work toward a peak pose. The asana practice is taught in such a way that you will learn to practice according to your own body and while building your practice through intelligent and safe sequencing.
The afternoon sessions will be softer and shaped by what I observe during the morning. We’ll apply a therapeutic approach to asana, adapting the practice to meet what is needed.
In the evening before going to bed we end the day with some group reflection and meditation.
Philosophy
Studying philosophy helps us think clearly and seek new and better answers to problems. During the philosophy discussions, we will explore our mind’s conditioning and question our beliefs so that we may move closer to what is our own truth.
Schedule
FRIDAY:
16:00 Introduction
16:30-18:00 Yoga asana
18:00 Light dinner
19:00 Reflections and meditation
Saturday:
07:00 Meditation and Pranayama
07:45-09,15 Yoga asana
09:30 Breakfast
10:15 Philosophy discussions
12:00 Lunch
15:00 Therapeutic approach to asana and individual needs
17:00 Sauna and self care
19:00 Dinner
19:30 Reflections and meditation
Sunday:
06:30 Meditation and Pranayama
07:30-09,00 Theme-based asana class
09:30 Q&A with smoothie and fruits
11:00 Brunch
The retreat ends after Brunch
Yogashala
Food
The food you eat will be vegetarian and from various kitchens. From nutritious breakfasts that taste like desserts to Asian specialties and raw food. You will be served 3 meals per day with an afternoon snack and tea. You are welcome to join me in the kitchen and see how all the dishes are made.
Accommodation
The prices include double accommodation. If you prefer to stay in a single room, there are possibilities to stay in Västervik 10 minutes from the retreat center. You can always reach out and see if there is a possibility for a single room at the retreat center.
Information
Price:
420 € Early Bird Price (available until Oktober 10)
460 € Standard Price
Limited to 6 participants for a personal and intimate retreat.
Location:
Västervik
Teacher:
Caroline Westling
Includes
2 nights’ accommodation in a shared room
All meals
Tea, fruits and snacks
Korean Skincare gift bag
4 Yoga asana classes
4 Meditation classes
2 Philosophy discussions
Pick up from Västervik station if traveling by train or bus
FAQ
What is the cancelation policy?
Fee cancelation up until 30days before the retreat start. After that you may move your registration to an upcoming retreat for a cost of 100€.
How do I find the location of the retreat?
What if I want to stay in a single room?
What should I bring?
Yoga mat (you can always borrow a mat if you prefer)
Towel
Bathing suit (depending on the season there are different possibilities for bathing and using the sauna)
Water bottle
Other personal items that you need
Is the retreat open for all levels of practitioners?
What is included in the price?
All meals
Tea, fruits and snacks
Gift bag
4 Yoga asana classes
4 Meditation classes
2 Philosophy discussions
Pick up from Västervik station if traveling by train or bus.