“Celebrate Int Yoga Day in Swedish Lapland”
7 Day Summer Solstice Tai Chi and Yoga Retreat in Lapland
Lapland Cabin in The Woods, Älglund, Robertsfors, 91592.
International Yoga Day Retreat Sweden
Transport yourself beyond the limitations of your daily life! Experience the beauty of Swedish Lapland during the Summer Solstice surrounded by unspoiled natural beauty where the only noises you hear are the sounds of birds chirping and your own breathing as you stretch through one Yoga asana to the next. This one-week summer yoga retreat coincides with International Yoga Day and the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year which is one of the most celebrated holidays in Sweden. Transport yourself beyond the limitations of your daily life. This relaxing retreat creates the time and space you need to do a deep dive into your body, mind, and soul. Adventure with Rising Dragon Martial Arts School on their next yoga retreat.
Meet the instructors
Scott
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Highlights
- Tai Chi classes
- All levels welcome
- Breathing and meditation classes
- Surrounded by nature and get taught by experienced teacher
- 6 nights accommodation
- Daily healthy meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Styles
6 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: Chinese (mandarin)
Airport transfer available:
Skellefteå Airport (US$101 per person)
Skellefteå Airport (US$101 per person)
Airport transfer available:
Umeå Airport (US$101 per person)
Umeå Airport (US$101 per person)
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
11:00
Check-out Time:
11:00
Facilities
- Gym
- Free Wi-Fi
The accommodation used is a mix of the cabins and seven-bed dormitory.
Program
On arrival at the Rising Dragon School Lapland training base, you'll be shown to your accommodation followed by a tour of the facilities which are free to use as you please during your stay. Once you're settled in, you will make time for a relaxed meet and greet to get to know each other, your teacher, and at the same time a brief introduction to the week giving you the opportunity to ask questions. Besides an inspiring retreat, guests will enjoy the surrounding Nordic nature, forests, rivers, and lakes all of which you are free to explore during your free time.
Daily schedule
Wednesday, June 15th
Arrival
Thursday to Monday - Retreat activities
- 07:00 Pranayama followed by Sun Salutations
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:30 Tai Chi class
- 12:30 Lunch
- 15:00 Yoga asana class
- 17:00 Dinner
- 18:00 Relaxing walk
Tuesday - International Yoga Day/Summer Solstice
You will do 108 Sun Salutations in the morning followed by a Sauna. In the afternoon, you will celebrate with a party.
Wednesday, June 22nd
Departure day
Instructors
Scott Bird
Scott started his martial arts journey in 1992 and has not stopped training ever since. In 2007, he became the first foreigner in mainland China to open and own a residential martial arts school - Rising Dragon Martial Arts School. Scott has a vast knowledge of Tai Chi not only for its many health benefits but also the martial aspect of it too. His Qigong practice started in 2003 when he first arrived in China. His official yoga practice began in 2012 in Fujian, China with Bikram/Hot yoga. Scott is also listed and awarded as a top martial artist in Singapore and China (2010, 2014, 2018).
Location
- Swedish Lapland Countryside
- Surrounded by peace, quiet, and nature
- No noise or pollution
- Private 10-acre estate
- Many hiking trails
Food
Rising Dragon Martial Arts School grows a lot of their own food, they pick berries and mushrooms locally and their eggs and meat are from local farms.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
What's included
- Yoga classes
- Tai Chi classes
- Breathing and meditation classes
- Pick up from local town
- 6 nights accommodation
- 3 meals per day
- Sauna
- All grounds and facilities including a fully equipped gym
- Cold plunge pool
What's not included
- Airfare
- City/airport pick up (available for an extra fee)
- Towels
- Departure taxi
How to get there
Recommended Airports
SFT
Skellefteå Airport
43 km
Transfer available for additional US$101 per person
UME
Umeå Airport
58 km
Transfer available for additional US$101 per person
Arrival by bus
Once you have arrived at Umeå or Skellefteå City you will need a bus to either Bygdsiljum or Robertsfors Town where Rising Dragon Martial Arts School will pick you up from.
Airport: Skellefteå Airport
Airport transfer available:
Skellefteå Airport (US$101 per person)
Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.
Airport: Umeå Airport
Airport transfer available:
Umeå Airport (US$101 per person)
Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 10% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
For this organizer you can guarantee your booking through BookMartialArts.com. All major credit cards supported.
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