Sweden Yoga Retreat 2027: Forest, Sauna & Wild Swimming

Description

A Four-Day Yoga Retreat in the Swedish Forest

Spend four days and three nights immersed in the forests of southern Sweden. This restorative retreat combines yoga, meditation, nourishing food, lake swimming, forest walks, creative workshops and time in a floating wood-fired sauna.

The retreat takes place at an intimate yoga centre surrounded by pine forest, approximately two hours west of Stockholm. The venue is home to a peaceful community of staff and volunteers, with a strong commitment to sustainability and communal living.

All five 2027 departures follow the same core retreat format. The retreat leaders and guest workshops vary by date.

Choose Your 2027 Retreat Date

April 29–May 2, Thursday to Sunday
Led by Maya Howell and Celeste Hartley, with a creative workshop led by Celeste.

May 27–30, Thursday to Sunday
Led by Jenny Clark, Maya Howell and Pip Roberts, with sound bath sessions led by Pip.

September 2–5, Thursday to Sunday
Led by Jenny Clark and Georgie Mason, with two creative workshops led by Georgie.

September 16–19, Thursday to Sunday
Led by Maya Howell and Celeste Hartley, with two creative workshops led by Celeste.

September 23–26, Thursday to Sunday
Led by Maya Howell and Celeste Hartley, with creative workshops, cacao and time around the campfire.

Retreat leaders are subject to change depending on availability. Select your preferred date and room type when booking.

Yoga, Meditation and Deep Rest

The programme includes morning and afternoon yoga, guided meditation and restorative practices such as vinyasa, yin and yoga Nidra. Sessions offer options for different experience levels and abilities.

Every activity is optional. You can join the complete programme or give yourself more time to sleep, read, walk, swim or rest beside the lake.

Lake Swimming, Forest Walks and Sauna Time

Swim in the retreat centre’s private lake, explore the surrounding forest or relax in the floating wood-fired sauna. Paddleboards and canoes may also be available for enjoying the water.

The programme encourages time away from screens, with no-phone areas and plenty of space to reconnect with yourself and the natural environment.

Your Retreat Setting

The retreat centre consists of seven buildings set among the forest. Facilities include two light-filled yoga shalas, a dining room, a yurt, a cosy library, a lakeside deck and a floating sauna.

Accommodation is simple, comfortable and shared. Options include twin rooms, triple rooms, double or twin rooms for two people, solo-occupancy rooms and heated lakeside bell tents. Bathrooms and showers are shared, including for guests staying in the bell tents.

Plant-Based Food and Swedish Fika

All meals, snacks and hot drinks are included. The kitchen serves abundant vegetarian and vegan food using mainly organic ingredients, with many dishes inspired by Ayurvedic principles.

Your retreat begins with fika, the Swedish tradition of taking a break for tea, coffee and something sweet. A self-service drinks station remains available throughout the retreat.

The retreat is alcohol-free. Please provide details of any dietary requirements when booking.

Example Retreat Schedule

The schedule may change according to the weather, the group and the individual departure.

Thursday

12:30 pm: Optional transfer collection from Arlanda Airport
2:30–4:00 pm: Arrival, settling in and fika
4:00 pm: Opening circle, meditation and yoga
6:00 pm: Walk, swim or sauna
7:00 pm: Dinner
9:30 pm: Yoga Nidra

Friday

7:30 am: Vinyasa yoga and meditation
9:00 am: Silent breakfast and reflection
Free time for walking, swimming, sauna, reading or rest
1:30 pm: Lunch
Afternoon workshop or talk
5:30 pm: Yin yoga
7:00 pm: Dinner

Saturday

7:30 am: Vinyasa yoga and meditation
9:00 am: Silent breakfast and reflection
Free time for walking, swimming, sauna, reading or rest
1:30 pm: Lunch
Afternoon workshop, walk or talk
5:30 pm: Yin yoga
7:00 pm: Dinner and time around the bonfire

Sunday

8:00 am: Vinyasa yoga and meditation
9:00 am: Silent breakfast and reflection
1:30 pm: Lunch and closing circle
2:30 pm: Departure

What’s Included

– Three nights of accommodation
– Daily yoga and guided meditation
– Date-specific guest workshops
– All meals, snacks and hot drinks
– Optional wild swimming
– Daily use of the floating sauna
– Forest walks and free time outdoors
– Yoga mats and equipment
– Daily optional journal prompts
– A Wild Times goodie bag
– A bonfire gathering

What’s Not Included

– Flights and other travel to Sweden
– Travel insurance
– Transfers from Arlanda Airport
– Massages or optional treatments

Arlanda Airport transfers may be reserved separately for an additional charge.

Who Is This Retreat For?

The retreat welcomes people who want to slow down, spend time in nature and enjoy a flexible combination of yoga, creativity and outdoor activities.

You do not need to be an advanced yoga practitioner. Some previous experience will help you feel comfortable during the classes, and every session includes options for different abilities.

What to Bring

Bring comfortable yoga clothing, warm layers, swimwear, a lightweight towel and slip-on shoes for moving between the cabins. Yoga mats, bolsters, blankets and blocks are provided.

Getting There

The retreat takes place near Skinnskatteberg in southwest Sweden, approximately two hours west of Stockholm.

Optional group transfers from Stockholm Arlanda Airport depart at approximately 12:30 pm on Thursday and return after the retreat on Sunday. These transfers are available to reserve for an additional charge.

Choose your preferred departure and room type to reserve your place.