Return to the Wild - Neurogenic Yoga Retreat

Return to the Wild: A Retreat for Nervous System Nurturing and Natural Unwinding

Immerse yourself in the untouched beauty of Sweden’s wilderness with “Return to the Wild” a retreat designed to nurture your nervous system and facilitate natural unwinding. This transformative experience combines ancient practices with modern techniques creating an embodied experience that guides you toward deep relaxation and self-discovery.

The Healing Power of Somatic Wilderness Immersion

Our bodies are wired for ebbs and flow just like the natural world. Here we recognize the inherent power of time spent connecting with the natural environment for mental and physical well-being. By immersing ourselves in nature we deepen our experience of interconnectedness and foster a profound sense of belonging. Through this integration we become more attuned to the rhythms of nature and create new pathways to personal transformation.

What to Expect

Join us at “Return to the Wild” where the pristine wilderness of Sweden becomes your sanctuary for nervous system nurturing and natural unwinding. Experience the powerful effects of healing in the wild and let the natural world guide you back to your true self.

• Somatic Release Sessions: Embodiment sessions for nervous system regulation are designed to facilitate an exploration towards resilience. These sessions offer a safe space to explore techniques that help regulate the body’s stress response release long-held tension patterns and promote deep presence. Through the practices of Neurogenic Yoga™ and Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises® (TRE®) you’ll learn to naturally release tension and cultivate a deeper connection with your innate capacity for freedom.
• Movement in Nature: Spend time exploring nature with guided walks along tranquil trails movement practices in the wild and circles around the fire.
• Creative Expression: Unleash your creativity through art music and other expressive activities. The natural environment serves as both a muse and a source of inspiration.

Neurogenic Yoga™

This practice combines yoga asana and pranayama with the body’s natural therapeutic shaking response. This shaking response in humans much the same as the instinctual shaking in animals is the nervous system’s way of discharging long-held tension and trauma or unconscious muscle contraction in order to restore the body to wholeness. 

Reported benefits include: 

• Release of chronic tension
• Increase of energy & stamina
• Freedom from pain of sciatica & fibromyalgia
• Decrease of aches & pains
• Improved sleep
• Improved circulation & flexibility
• Improved mood
• Improved sense of feeling grounded & focused
• Increased sense of wellness & relaxation

Read more here: Neurogenic Yoga (squarespace.com)

Schedule

Friday 

From 1 pm: Arrival and check-in

Explore the premises

6 pm: Dinner

8 pm: Welcoming Ceremony

Saturday 

8 am: Morning Yoga

9 am: Breakfast

10:30 am: Forest hike. Embody the power of the 5 elements through guided sensory awakening and primal movement.

1 pm: Lunch in the forest

3 pm: Return

Free time

5:30 pm: Neurogenic Yoga Session

7 pm: Dinner

8:30 pm: Fire Ceremony

Sunday 

8:30 am: Breakfast

10:00 am: Neurogenic Yoga Session and closing circle

1 pm: Lunch

2 pm: Farewell

You are invited to attend every scheduled session; however we encourage deep listening to your own rhythm and need for connection or solitude. The entire weekend is woven together but we encourage you to choose the sessions that you feel resonate with you.

Hotell Vildmarken

The retreat will be held in the deep forest of Värmland Sweden.

Situated by Finnsjön, Hotel Vildmarken offers a unique escape from daily life. Experience the area’s finest swimming spot just steps from the Hotel grounds, soothing silence, breathtaking night skies and the luxury of having the entire place to ourselves. This is your sanctuary to recharge unwind and connect.

You find Hotell Vildmarken 2 hours from Oslo, 3 hours from Gothenburg and 5 hours from Stockholm by car. If you want to use train or bus; the bus between Oslo – Stockholm stops close by and the train from Gothenburg takes you to Säffle which is also the closest city. Pickup can be arranged for an additional fee.

Cost

Cost includes all sessions, accommodations and meals (includes dinner Friday, all meals Saturday, breakfast and lunch Sunday) and daily snacks. 

Shared double room: Early Bird price 4995 SEK (valid until 2025 February 16 23:59), then 5895 SEK 

Single room: Early Bird price 5895 SEK (valid until 2025 February 16 23:59), then 6795 SEK

The rooms are spacious with en-suite bathroom. Linen, towels and final cleaning are included.

Do you want to extend your stay? Add nights before or after the retreat for only 450 SEK (900 SEK single) per person and night. Meal plan based on your schedule ( breakfast 100 SEK, lunch 150 SEK, dinner 200 SEK) (Book directly with Hotell Vildmarken)

Event Venue

Hotell Vildmarken Långserud, Graven Vildmarken, Långserud, Sweden, Åmål, Sweden