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MIDNIGHT SUN & OTHER WONDERS
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A Gathering in Swedish Lapland 

— Meditation, Mindful Movement & Community

June 1st-7th, 2025 Melderstein Herrgård, Råneå, Sweden

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THE GATHERING

I'm so excited to finally bring you to a deeply gorgeous part of Sweden  not so many people visit. Around here the forests are endless, the rivers intense, and this time of year, nighttime darkness is absent. If you haven't experienced this, it's quite extraordinary, and it is likely to feel like a crazy boost of energy. 

The work and play of this gathering will revolve around ENERGY. Yoga asana practice is primarily not a workout, but a way of working with our energy body, which is a more subtle part of our being, one that I would argue is closer to reality.

First, we'll make sure we can get in touch with this layer of our selves. Then we explore how to work with it? How can we raise energy, calm it down, tweak it?

And is it really true that 'everything is energy'?

The scaffolding of this gathering will be daily yoga (meaning movement, breathwork and meditation) practice, scheduled silence for journaling, introspection and just being. In the afternoon Julia will guide us in various creative expressions, that we hope to bring together to a final blast of inhibited co-creation.

Aside from this, you can count on tasty plant-based food in a gorgeous setting. Swedish 'fika' everyday. Sauna and hot tub. Pristine, wild nature and a supportive, curious group of people.

You can also expect to develop your capacity for presence and resilience.

A full or partial digital detox is highly recommended. 

Either way, phone usage will only be permitted in one's own room.

 

SAMPLE SCHEDULE

6:30 bonus meditation

7:30 flow + meditation

10:00 Brunch

Silence until 10:30

12:30 walking meditation

13:00 meditation

16:00-18:00 evening program: movement, creativity, sharing circle

18:30 dinner

20:00 sauna, hot tub, cold plunges etc

21:30 bonus meditation

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THE PLACE 

​Melderstein is an old Manor House dating back to the 1700's. It's situated right next to the pretty Råneå river, about 30 minutes north of the vibrant city of Luleå. The rooms all have ensuite bathroom and shower, and are kept as close to the original style as possible but with modern amenities. On the property there's a spacious sauna as well as a hot tub. The river can be used for cooling off between rounds. There's a swimming lake walking distance away, and there are a few bicycles to be borrowed, free of charge. There are plenty of cozy common areas, and a fire place if the weather is on the chillier side. 

Melderstein is only about 75 km south of the Arctic Circle, you can expect endless daylight, which is a magical experience when you're not used to it.

 

YOUR HOSTS

 

Victoria has been teaching yoga since 2007 and meditation since 2012. She recently graduated from a mindfulness teacher training with Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach. She's also a writer. 

Julia Praschma is a force of nature. Based in Berlin, she works as a freelance illustrator and designer while expanding her expertise in creative workshops, mentoring, and mural art. Her style is very colourful and high-spirited and so is she.

Her mission? Spreading good vibes! Julia firmly believes that conscious decisions, meaningful messages, and deliberate actions can make the world a better place – and that collaboration amplifies this impact. 

PRICE ETC.

PRICE

Course fee of €535

+ SEK6980 (approx €595) for room & board in lovely and spacious double rooms with single beds

If you want a single room + SEK1200  (approx €102). Limited supply.

returning retreaters get €30 off the course fee

WHAT IS INCLUDED

Course program

Daily brunch + 2-course dinner, Twice daily 'fika'

Coffee, tea & water.

Yoga props, towels & beddings

Sauna & hot tub

WHAT ISN'T INCLUDED

Train or airfares and transfers.

Travel insurance.

Massages and excursions in the spare time.

TO GET HERE 

I recommend the night train to Luleå! It's an experience!

By plane Luleå is an hour from Stockholm and served by SAS & Norwegian. 

From Luleå there's a bus to Råneå where we'll organize pickups.

​EARLY BIRD PRICE UNTIL DECEMBER 1st 2024.

 

YOU RESERVE A PLACE BY PAYING THE BOOKING FEE OF €250.

THE REMAINDER OF THE COURSE FEE IS DUE BY MAY 15TH.

ACCOMMODATION IS TO BE PAID UPON ARRIVAL DIRECTLY TO MELDERSTEIN, NO DEPOSIT NEEDED FOR THAT.

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