winter magic. yoga. breathwork. sauna. creativity. connection.
winter magic. yoga. breathwork. sauna. creativity. connection.
there is something profoundly healing about the Nordic winter. the forests become still. the lakes freeze over. time seems to slow, inviting us to do the same…
join us for 4 nights & 5 nourishing days in the beautiful Swedish wilderness of Gylsboda, where you'll reset for the year ahead & experience the magic of winter through daily yoga, meditation, wholesome food, deep rest, wood-fired saunas, icy lake dips, meaningful connection, and the luxury of living in nature. this retreat isn't about escaping your life - it’s about beginning your year with deep intention and alignment for whatever comes next.
enter the New Year feeling completely recharged & inspired.
the nordic winter retreat is more than a retreat—it is a gentle invitation to embrace the slowness of winter & to begin 2027 with true intention. Imagine waking to snow-covered forests, morning yoga in a warm, light-filled studio. fresh coffee beside a crackling fire. long walks through quiet woodland. wood-fired sauna every afternoon. the exhilarating feeling of stepping into an icy lake before warming up again. nourishing meals prepared with care. evenings filled with candlelight, conversation and deep relaxation.
the setting
glysboda, sweden.
Nestled in the forests of southern Sweden, Gylsboda is a small, historic village shaped by its unique landscape of ancient quarries, deep woodland and tranquil lakes. Our home, the Quarry Houses, are set within remarkable natural surroundings, where traditional Swedish buildings, rugged stone landscapes and peaceful forest paths create an atmosphere that feels wonderfully removed from the outside world. Gylsboda is a quiet haven for nature, creativity and slow living, with the surrounding landscape changing beautifully with the seasons. In winter, snow-covered forests, frozen lakes, crisp air and the warm glow of traditional Swedish houses create an enchanting Nordic setting — peaceful, secluded and deeply restorative.
itinerary
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Check-in possible from 2pm
Arrival drinks & snacks
Opening ceremony at 6pm
Dinner at 7pm
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From 7:00am: Coffee, tea, matcha and light bites if you desire
8:00am: Journaling, breathwork & energising yoga to set the tone for the day
9:30am Breakfast: A nourishing meal to fuel body and spirit
10:00am Free time - Relax by the fire, enjoy a woodland walk, journal, read, explore the surrounding nature, or simply rest.
12:30pm Lunch: Fresh, wholesome food shared in community
2:00pm: Optional walks, creative activities or excursions.
4:00pm: Daily sauna ritual and optional icy cold lake dips
6:00pm: Evening practice - Yin, restorative or yoga nidra practice
7:00pm Dinner: A homey, nourishing feast, with a setting and ambience so beautiful, you have to experience it first hand
8:00pm: Space for connection, card games, conversation, or quiet contemplation before retreating into deep rest
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8:00am: Yoga and closing ceremony
Farewell breakfast at 9:30am
Check-out before 11am (make sure you’re packed the night before! x)
what’s included.
4 nights accommodation
Daily morning journaling, breathwork & yoga
Evening yin yoga & restorative practices
Guided meditation & breathwork throughout classes
Goal-setting & visualisation workshop
Daily use of the traditional wood-fired sauna
Optional cold-water lake immersion
All nourishing breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks
Tea, coffee and refreshments throughout the day
Welcome gathering
Closing ceremony
Yoga mats and props
Plenty of free time to rest and explore
you are suited for this retreat if…
You want to begin 2027 feeling grounded, inspired and energised
You crave genuine rest—not just a holiday
You want to deepen your yoga and meditation practice
You love nature and cosy Scandinavian living
You're curious about sauna culture and cold water immersion
You're looking to meet like-minded people
You want to tap back into your creativity, with dedicated time to do so, including pottery, art, vision-boarding, and more
You want to add lightness to the Winter season, through nature & connection to others
2026 was a lot & you want to step into a new year feeling more aligned on what you need & want for yourself
welcome to your swedish cottage.
welcome to your swedish cottage.
Hidden within the forests of southern Sweden, The Quarry Houses are a beautifully restored collection of traditional Swedish homes surrounded by granite quarries, lakes and endless woodland.
Each house has been thoughtfully renovated while preserving its original character, creating warm, minimalist Scandinavian interiors with natural materials, cosy communal spaces and peaceful bedrooms. Guests have access to beautiful shared living areas, fireplaces and quiet corners perfect for reading, journalling or simply watching the snow fall.
The surrounding landscape offers frozen lakes, forest trails and an atmosphere of complete tranquillity, making it an ideal setting for rest, reflection and reconnection with nature.
A short walk away, the sauna (Gylsboda Kallbadhus) is a traditional wood-fired sauna and cold-bath house hanging above the waters of the old quarry in the village. Guests will visit the Kallbadhus and icy lake each day of the retreat.
your scandi cottage awaits your arrival.
important to note(!!!)
please note that if you choose to share any double, queen, or king room, you must be a couple, close friends or family, as you will share a bed. these rooms are not suitable to guests attending the retreat solo.
if you are a group of 3 or 4 and would like to stay in the same chalet, let us know and we can group you together to share your home.
what your investment covers
-4 nights of beautiful Scandanavian accommodation at The Quarry Houses in Glysboda
-Opening & closing ceremonies
-Daily delicious, fresh vegetarian or vegan food from our private chef Sayna (rich breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks)
-Daily breathwork, meditation and journal prompts
-Two daily yoga sessions (Vinyasa and Yin, Restorative, or Yoga Nidra) with bespoke playlists for each class
-Creative workshops, activities, cacao ceremony, sharing circles and evening activities
-A safe space for self-exploration, where you are guided by Kate and can simply be
your retreat hosts.
kate.
sayna.
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Kate is the Founder of eco psyche and a yoga teacher.
Kate has been teaching yoga for over 7 years now, since qualifying in Medellin, Colombia. Since then, she has completed yin trainings in Toronto, Canada, two breathwork teacher trainings in Dublin, Ireland and her advanced yoga teacher training in Paros, Greece. She also holds a Graduate Degree in Psychology, blending her fascination for the human mind with spiritual practices. Kate feels most in her dharma (purpose) while on her yoga mat.
To Kate, yoga is so much more than a physical practice- it is a tool to get to know yourself and to really get in touch with what you need and what you want at every stage of life. She strives to continue building a community with eco psyche as a safe space for people to support their wellbeing through movement, breath, connection, and with nature.
Zodiac
Leo Sun 🌞, Gemini Moon 🌚, Gemini Rising✨
Human Design
Generator 🔥
Favourite destination (so far): Lake Atitlan, Guatemala. A special place where I met some of the most important people in my life, including Sayna.
A meal that evokes a memory: Lebanese Kishk (ki-shick). Lebanese kishk soup is a mix of bulgur wheat, dried yogurt, onion, garlic and olive oil, served as a hot savoury porridge. We used to save the kishk we still had from Lebanon in the freezer and have it every Christmas morning or on our birthdays as children. It was always the most special treat and makes my heart feel warm just thinking about these times with my family.
Coffee or tea? Absolute tea girly now, whether it’s a herbal blend or a matcha.
A song on repeat: Freedom by Elle Valenci
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Sayna is a passionate chef of 8 years, but her love of food began much earlier, in her childhood home in Iran, where the kitchen was always filled with spices, stories, and the warmth of family meals. Traditional Persian cooking, deeply influenced by Ayurvedic principles of balance and nourishment, shaped the way she understands food and its ability to support the body and spirit.
Now based on the Sunshine Coast after spending the past three years living, travelling, and cooking around Australia, Sayna brings that same intention and heart into every dish she creates. Her cooking celebrates seasonal, local ingredients prepared in a way that feels vibrant, grounding, and deeply nourishing.
She also pours her creativity into her culinary brand, Sayna’s Sofreh, which means “Sayna’s Table” in Persian. It's a space where she expresses her love for food, storytelling, and bringing people together around beautiful, meaningful meals.
Whether she’s preparing a colourful shared feast or a simple bowl of comforting soup, Sayna believes the most memorable meals are the ones that connect us, just like the ones she grew up with.
Zodiac
Scorpio Sun 🌞, Sagittarius Moon 🌚, Aquarius Rising✨
Human Design
Manifesting Generator🔮
Favourite destination (so far): Guatemala. It’s where the whole trajectory of my life shifted and honestly, the reason I’m able to host this retreat with my best friend Kate!
A meal that evokes a memory: Any Persian dish always takes me straight back to Iran. The flavours instantly remind me of my home country, my family, and the years I spent growing up there. It’s such a physical, emotional feeling, like I’m back in Tehran, wrapped in the familiar comfort of my family.
Coffee or tea? I can’t choose. I’m a coffee and tea girl at heart. Drinking either one feels soothing and comforting to me.
A song on repeat: Come on home by Royal Otis
what past guests are saying
“Kate and Sayna have a remarkable ability to create space for rest and transformation.
Kate's teaching ability is second to none. She is adept at calling you back, again and again, to the breath, to listening to your body. In a class full of students with varying degrees of yoga experience, Kate creates a safe and fun place to play, explore and learn. The mix of breath work and different styles of yoga create a space where all can feel safe, seen and welcome.
Sayna's food is truly some of the best I've ever eaten. Taking what's local and in season, and transforming it into healing and nourishing (not to mention delicious) fuel for the body and soul, Sayna makes food that feeds every part of the body. Her joy is present in her food, and so is her love for food and people.
Together, their superpower is building community. Both women, in their own unique ways, are warm and kind and find ways to connect people through movement and curiosity and compassion and food. You may come in as a stranger but you leave as a friend.”
Sarah, 54, Atlanta GA
“I had a really fabulous week with Kate and Sayna in Mallorca. The group was so warm and the girls really set a tone that was safe and welcoming. The yoga, food and general atmosphere was top notch. I will go again and highly recommend it.”
-Deirdre, Dublin
“The Root to Rise retreat was my first ever yoga retreat and I had no idea what to expect- so I went with a completely open mind. It turned out to be truly life-changing in so many ways. The care and attention to detail from Kate and Sayna was outstanding.
Every element felt so thoughtfully curated- the yoga themes and chakras were even reflected in the dinner table settings and meals, the boat excursion added a fun and adventurous touch and the creative extras like painting and journaling gave the week even more depth.
The yoga practice was both energising and challenging and it’s encouraged me to push myself in other aspects of my life. I especially loved the morning breath work- I left each session feeling more awake and clear and I’ve even started incorporating it into my mornings at home. These small practices are already creating big (and manageable) changes in my daily life.
Kate is such a gifted teacher. There were plenty of things I hadn’t tried before, but I always felt supported and cared for while also being encouraged to explore my limits. A very special mention to our chef, Sayna, who prepared some of the best food I’ve ever had (the homemade gnocchi was unforgettable!) and made sure we always had everything we needed- from snacks to coffee to comforting care. Each evening our dinner was a different colour to reflect the chakras, I can't imagine how much thought must have gone into this detail and it was really exciting to see how each one would be presented. Sharing these delicious and creative meals with such an amazing group of women made it even more special.
Our accommodation felt idyllic- plenty of spots for us all to relax by the pool, read our journal while admiring the gorgeous view of Mallorca.
Kate and Sayna’s energy was woven through every part of the retreat and I truly believe that’s what made the whole experience so powerful. Thank you both for creating such an unforgettable week. I can’t wait to see what you plan next. Much love! Xxx”
discounts.
early bird gets the worm.
enjoy 10% off until the end of September 2026.
cancellation info.
you won’t want to miss this, but in case something comes up…
your 15% deposit is non-refundable. in case of any cancellation, up to 2 months in advance you will receive a 50% refund. any less than 2 months, unfortunately, you will not be eligible for a refund.
how to get to glysboda, sweden.
The nearest international airport is Copenhagen Airport (CPH).
Travel time from Copenhagen city centre is approximately 2.5 hours.
By Train & Bus
Fly into Copenhagen Airport.
Take the train from Copenhagen Airport or Copenhagen Central Station towards southern Sweden, travelling to Osby Station (many direct departures each day, with some routes requiring a short change in Hässleholm).
From Osby, take Skånetrafiken Bus 539 to Lönsboda Bus Station.
Transportation will be provided for you from the Bus Station.
Please check current train and bus times using the Skånetrafiken app, as connections vary throughout the day.
Further travel information and recommended arrival times will be provided after booking.
any questions? get in touch.
If you have any questions or would like to schedule a video call to hear more details about the retreat, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
info@eco-psyche.com 💌