Ground. Recenter. Energize.
Celebrate the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, Swedish-style! Honor the seasonal shift by aligning with the energies of abundance and opportunity. Retreat from your busy life to rejuvenate mind, body and spirit in a beautiful spa on the edge of a fjord in West Sweden. Anchor into and reconnect with your values; remember what's important to you. When you root firmly into the present moment, you can rise up and emerge as your most authentic Self.
Soak in warm pools and saunas, learn about the Swedish art of balanced living, “lagom”, make flower crowns, and enjoy daily yoga and meditation, wellness workshops, nourishing organic meals, kayaking, and nature walks in the nearby forest. Return home feeling grounded, recentered, and energized.
Why Sweden?
Midsummer is a celebration of the summer solstice, and one of the most important holidays in Sweden. It is a celebration of the longest day of the year, a celebration of life and love that brings communities together. Several elements of Swedish culture align well with yoga philosophy - including closeness to nature, living a balanced life, and taking care of your body. Join us for a unique experience that combines yoga, wellness, exploration, and Swedish culture!
Retreat Highlights:
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Daily yoga & meditation
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Inspiring wellness workshops
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Midsummer flower crowns & Swedish culture
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Day trip to explore the Swedish coast
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Nature walks & kayaking in the archipelago
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Organic culinary meals & Swedish fikas
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Five nights private room accommodation
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Typical Swedish Midsummer celebration in Gothenburg (optional)
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Free time to reflect and relax
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Guided by two experienced yoga and wellness leaders
What to bring:
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Notebook and pen
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Comfortable, layered yoga clothing
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Warm socks and sweater
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Rain jacket (you never know!)
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Closed-toe hiking/walking shoes
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Swimwear
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Water bottle
Yoga mats will be provided.
Full packing list will be sent two weeks prior to the retreat
Schedule
We are excited to spend five transformative days together! We are still finalizing the schedule; in the meantime, we invite you to refer to the sample schedule below as a sneak peak. Each day will also include free time to reflect on your own, two spa entries to enjoy the sauna and pools and explore the archipelago on kayaks. All meals are also included – yum!
Sunday, June 18
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Evening arrival and check-in
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Dinner
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Opening ceremony
Monday, June 19
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Sunrise yoga
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The Swedish art of balanced living, "lagom"
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Nature walk + movement meditation
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Evening yoga nidra
Tuesday, June 20
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Sunrise yoga
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Summer Solstice workshop: harness the summer energy
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Stargaze yoga
Wednesday, June 21
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Sunrise yoga
- Full day in the Swedish archipelagoes
Thursday, June 22
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Salute the sun workshop
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108 gentle sun salutations
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Swedish Midsummer traditions + flower crowns
Friday, June 23
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Closing ceremony
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Traditional Midsummer festival in Gothenburg (transportation and lodging available at an additional cost – see investment section below for more information.)
Lodging
The retreat will take place at Vann, a gorgeous luxury spa and hotel located in the middle of a nature reserve by the Gullmarsfjord in Bohuslän, West Sweden – the perfect getaway to reconnect and recenter.
You'll be captivated by the fresh, clean air and the wide energizing views; steep cliffs plunging into the fjord, sandy beaches and the dense surrounding forest. Vann is a 4-star hotel and well known in Sweden for its 1,000 square meter spa facility, designed by one of Sweden's greatest contemporary architect, Gert Wingårdh. The character of the interior is Scandinavian minimalism, where Bohuslän's environment is carefully embraced.
You will have your own bedroom and private bathroom. Workshops and yoga classes will be held in a dedicated yoga space which provides yoga mats, blocks, blankets and bolsters. You'll also have daily access to the multiple pools and saunas (morning and evenings) and the option to book additional spa treatments and massages. Kayaks are also available to explore the fjord waters.
Meals
All meals are organic, sourced locally, and thoughtfully created by professional chefs at VANN. Meals are sure to be a sensory experience - starting with gorgeous colors and presentation, followed by incredible flavor!
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be served community-style (buffet) in the main building, alongside other guests who may not be part of our retreat. With an appropriate amount of notice, we can accommodate any dietary need or restriction.
Fika (Swedish coffee break) will be provided daily, and includes fresh coffee, tea, and delicious Swedish treats!
Investment
This retreat is all inclusive, so you only pay once for lodging, meals, classes, workshops, day trip, and all other activities. Flights excluded.
LAGOM - $1,677* not too little, not too much - just enough!
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Five nights accommodation with private bedroom and private bathroom
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Daily yoga classes and wellness workshops
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Daily organic, chef-created meals - breakfast, lunch and dinner
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Access to spa 2 times per day and canoes on property
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Exploration day trip
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Optional Gothenburg Midsummer celebration*
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Airport pickup and drop-off (See logistics section)
BEKVÄM - $1,877* Comfortable!
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Everything from LAGOM
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30min private coaching session at the retreat ($150 value)
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1h Private Coaching session after the retreat ($300 value)
LYXIG - $1,977* Luxury!!
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Everything from LAGOM
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1h Massage at the retreat
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30min private coaching session at the retreat ($150 value)
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1h Private Coaching session after the retreat ($300 value)
*OPTIONAL: Add lodging for the night of Friday, June 23 in Gothenburg (add $200)
Summer Solstice is on Friday, June 23. After our closing ceremony, you'll have the option to join us for a traditional Midsummer celebration in or near Gothenburg. This cultural experience usually happens in the afternoon. Depending on flights, you may choose to stay the night in Gothenburg on June 23. If that's the case, we can take care of the logistics so you just show up and enjoy!
Payment plans are available
We can set up payment plans for 3-6 months depending on your preference. Just pick the installment options when you register.
Logistics
Free airport transfers are available from Göteborg Landvetter Airport to VANN spa hotel, our retreat location.
Pickup: Sunday, June 18 at 3pm
Drop-off: Friday, June 24, at 1pm
If you are driving your own car to the retreat location, please use the following address in your navigation tool: Lingådde, 454 80 Brastad, Suède. You can check in starting at 4pm.
Teachers
Sofie and Isabel share a love of yoga, wellness, community, and culture. Over the years we've enjoyed collaborating on various yoga events, including outdoor classes through Yoga in the Park, a summer solstice celebration, a retreat in the Colorado Rocky Mountains and the Shine! retreat in Sweden. We're thrilled to join forces again for the Root to rise Summer Solstice retreat in Sweden!
Pictured here: Sofie (left) and Isabel (right)
Please send us an email with any questions we can help to answer!
