MāRDAVA LATE SUMMER Retreat
SHAKE THE DUST & EMBODIED YIN IN DENMARK
AUG 6 - AUG 9 2026
Details below
A summer gathering where softness and strength meet: to shake, to embrace, to dance, to feel, and to soften into presence.
This three-day retreat invites a living balance between yielding and forward motion. We explore the element of Fire as an inner sense, the intelligence that knows when to step forward, when to pause, and when to rest.
We shake off what is not ours.
We celebrate what is alive.
We open to spaciousness to let life move through us, as us.
Returning again and again, to ourselves and to life in its essence.
This is a space to move consciously, guided by your instinct and sensitivity. To honour the intelligence of our body mind hearts.
The practices
Morning practice: Somatic movement and shake the Dust
Mornings are devoted to energising somatic movement: rhythmic, intuitive, and alive. We shake, pulse, spiral, and explore dynamic movement inspired by yoga, pilates and HIIT that invites circulation, heat, and expression.
These sessions are about letting energy move you as you. About awakening the heart, the blood, and the joy of being in motion.
Afternoon space: Integration and rest
Afternoons are spacious time for you to walk by the sea, nap, write, float, digest, enjoy sauna or do nothing at all.
Evening practice: Embodied Yin & chanting circle
Long, restorative yin sessions invite you to soften and nurture. We will also gather in a chanting circle and enjoy sauna rituals: spaces to gather and connect through sound, vibration, heat, and stillness.
The space
Our retreat home is Mellem Rummet on the beautiful island Samsø in Denmark. It is a calm and peaceful island embraced by the ocean. We are walking distant from the ocean where you can go for swims and long walks along the shore. The shala is an open, beautiful space.
We will also have a sauna for extra heat and aromatic therapy.
the teacher: LEna Charlotte
This retreat is hosted and guided by Lena Charlotte, a yoga teacher, somatic practitioner, and retreat chef.
Lena’s work lives in the meeting place between softness and power. Her teaching invites honest movement, deep listening, and the courage to feel all that life is. She weaves somatics, yoga, ritual, and seasonal wisdom into spaces that are warm, embracing, and deeply nourishing.
The chef: Bettina
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What's included?
5 days / 4 nights in a shared room (tent and camper options available)
2 h morning and evening practices
Morning meditations and mauna (silence)
Practices: yoga flows, embodied yin, shake the dust, somatic movement, meditation, shaking, nervous system care tools and yoga nidra
Chanting & sharing circles
Plant-based nourishment (brunch, afternoon snack & dinner)
Sauna rituals with Olivia
Optional nature adventures: forest walks, lake swims, paddleboard/kayak trip
Integration call & live-cooking gathering via Zoom
plus some surprises
INVESTMENT
Retreat investment (excl. accommodation)
2.000,- DKK (incl. Danish VAT for over 30 yrs; excl.: 1.600,- DKK)
Accommodation Friday to Sunday
Share room 3 person: 2.600,- per person (limit max 6 pers.)
DB room: 3.000,- per person (limit max 4 pers.)
Glamping as DB: 3.000,- (limit max 4 pers.)
Single room: 3.400,- (limit max 4 pers.)
Glamping as single. 3.400,- (limit max 2 pers.)
Own tent: 2.100,- per person (limit max 6 pers)
Extra night/arriving Thursday
Extra night Thursday to Friday and/or Sunday to Monday incl breakfast: 700,- per person/night (same price for all options)
Payment of retreat & accommodation is handled seperately. Details are shared when booking.
Relevant questions
If you have any questions - please please, reach out via email or book a phone call with me.
I am looking forward to hearing from you xx
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For you who seeks more softness & presence, who longs to slow down and FEEL, who craves meaningful connection, with yourself and with other like minded beings.
All levels are welcome; come as you are. No experience needed.
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The address: Höghultström 2, 364 33 Åseda, Sweden
The easiest way to get to Möllan is by car & we suggest car-pooling for that (happy to help you connect each other to organise). It’s located around 4 h drive from Copenhagen & around 4,5 h from Stockholm.
With public transport from SOUTH, the cheapest way is through the app “Länstrafiken Kronoberg” where you choose Åseda as the destination. Public transport from NORTH you find the easiest way through www.sj.se. From Åseda, we can organize a pick up to Möllan.
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An example flow:
08.00 2-h morning practice (meditation, uplifting)
10.30 Brunch
- free time to read, forest walk, connect with others, bring your creative diy project -
16.30 Afternoon practice (or after dinner)18.30 Dinner
20.00 Chanting circle
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The retreat includes daily yoga and somatic practices, 4 nights at the retreat place, food, drinks and sauna.
What is not included: transport to and from the retreat place. I am happy to support in finding out the easiest way for you.
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We begin on Wednesday in the late afternoon (around 16/17), and end on Sunday after Brunch.
Schedule will be shared before the retreat.
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Absolutely YES.
We’ll create opportunities to connect as a group while also honoring personal time and space, so you can feel both supported in community and free to dive into your own rythm.
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Yes! I want this retreat to feel as accessible as possible. I’m happy to offer a payment plan so you can split the cost into two or four installments. Just mention it when you book, and we’ll set it up together fitting your needs.
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A non refundable deposit of 300€ is required to secure your place. The remaining balance is due no later than 30 days before the retreat. The balance is refundable up to 30 days before the retreat start date. Cancellations within 30 days are non refundable. Your place may be transferred to another person with prior notice.
