MāRDAVA SUMMER Retreat

SHAKE THE DUST & EMBODIED YIN IN DENMARK

AUG 7 - AUG 9 2026

Details below

Join us this summer as we gather on Samsø to shake, embrace, dance, and feel.

This three-day retreat invites you to explore the balance between yielding and forward motion / strength and softness / expression and stillness. The element of Fire will guide us as an inner sense - the intelligence that knows when to step forward, when to pause, and when to rest. Our source of strength and softness, not as two opposing qualities, but as one needs the other to exist.

Through the practices of Shake The Dust and Embodied Yin,

we celebrate what is alive,

we shake off what is not ours,

and we soften into what is here.

An invitation to embrace and widen the inner space, so that more life can move through us.
A returning, again and again, to yourself and to life itself.

This retreat welcomes you in your fullness and your emptiness,

in your wildness and your gentleness,

in your loud and your quiet.

All parts of you are welcome.

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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.

Letting energy move you as you.

Afternoon space: Integration and rest

Spacious time to walk by the sea, nap, write, float, digest, enjoy sauna or do nothing at all.

Afternoon/evening practice: Embodied Yin and softness

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, heat, and stillness.

The space

Our retreat home is Mellem Rummet on the beautiful and peaceful island of Samsø. Surrounded by calm nature and just a 10-minute walk from the ocean, it offers the perfect setting for rest, reflection, and reconnection. You can enjoy refreshing swims and long walks along the shore.

The retreat space itself is warm, open, and filled with beautiful energy. We will practice in the stunning shala, “The Dojo”, a soulful and atmospheric space designed for deep practice, presence, and connection. For extra grounding and relaxation, we will also have access to a sauna with aromatic therapy.

The retreat center is a spiritual sanctuary and offers lovingly designed rooms and glamping tents in aesthetic and comfortable surroundings.

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the teacher: LEna Charlotte

Lena is the retreat host and will guide you through the practices and days. She is a yoga teacher and holistic chef who creates spaces of embodiment practices, a grounded spirituality, inner work and nourishment. 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.

You can read more about her life’s path and education here.

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the chef: Phoebe Elsa

Phoebe is the founder and chef of the supper club and experiential dining community, VENN; a place that creates shared, mindful experiences through food. Food that is deeply nourishing, promoting vitality & longevity, bursting with colour, flavour and joy. Dishes follow the natural rhythm of the seasons, celebrating sustainable seasonal produce, and reframing not just what, but how we eat. With a background in fashion pr alongside nutrition and cooking, community and wellness has always sat at the heart of her work, informed by her training as an Ayurvedic practitioner and Pranayama teacher.

What's included?

  • 3 days of movement and nature

  • Morning and afternoon/evening practices

  • Shake the Dust practices

  • Embodied Yin practices

  • Sauna ritual

  • Chanting & sharing circles

  • Holistic ayurvedic nourishment by Venn dining (brunch, snack & dinner)

  • Ocean dips & nature walks on the coast of Samsø

  • Time & space to rest and exist

  • Integration call 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.

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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

  • For you who seeks more freedom and softness in being who you are; who craves meaningful connections to your nature within and around.

    All levels are welcome; come as you are. No experience needed (but inform yourself what Shake the dust is, feel free to ask me).

  • You will arrange your own transport to and from Mellem-rummet, Holmslund, Holmevej 3, Tanderup 8305, Samsø

    You can come by train to the ferry stations & by bus on Samsø, or with a car.

    Remember to book a ferry ticket, especially if you are going to bring a car to Samsø. 

    From Sjælland/Kallunfborg: https://www.samsoelinjen.dk/booking

    From Jylland/Hou/Aarhus: https://book.tilsamsoe.dk/

    Reach out if you need more help.

  • An example flow:

    08.00 Meditation & Shake the Dust

    10.30 Brunch

    - free time to read, forest walk, connect with others, bring your creative diy project -

    16.30 Embodied Yin practice

    18.30 Dinner

    20.00 Sauna ritual or chanting circle

  • 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.

  • We begin on Friday at 10, and close on Sunday around 14.00.

  • 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.

    And of course, you are also welcome to come as friends, partners or even with a family member.

  • 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.

  • A non refundable deposit of 50% 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.

    The registration of accomodation at Mellem Rummet is non refundable.