SUMMER RETREAT
NATURE QUEST & BREATH OF LIFE
10-13. JULY 2024
RETREAT & NATURE QUEST
A Transformational 4-Day Summer Retreat in the Swedish Forest
Embark into the heart of the Swedish wilderness og join us for a magical inner journey. With nature, body and soul as our primary guide to conscious awareness we’ll embark on a transformational journey. Rooted in the traditions of nature-based wisdom, healing arts, and embodied practices, we delve into ancient techniques for our modern lives. Through rituals, movement, breathwork, yoga, meditation, sauna and connection with the natural world, we step into our deeper, wilder and silent currents of our being.
Nature’s intense aliveness sets the frame for our immersion into ourselves. The untouched forest and lake around Möllan has a pristine quality that create a space to surrender, restore and revitalize. This retreat invites you to rediscover your inner balance, intuition, and wonder, while nurturing your unique soul gifts and exploring how to share them with the world and your community
Throughout the retreat, you’ll engage with practices designed to deepen your awareness of yourself, others and the voice of nature. Guided by the wisdom of nature, we’ll cultivate a state of being and belonging rooted in reciprocity and connection with all forms of life.
FACILITATORS
Isa Raim & Anne Mette Buch Bertelsen
RETREAT Program
10-23 th of JULY 2025
THURSDAY 10 th of JULY
14.00-15.00: Arrival at Möllan
15.30-16.30: Intro to Retreat (Am & Isa) 17-18.30: Restorative Yoga & Meditation (Isa)
18.30-20.00: Dinner & Pause
20.00-22.00: Sensing Nature & Sauna Ritual (AM)
FRIDAY 11 th of JULY
8.00-9.30: Movement, Meditation, Breathwork (Isa)
9.30-11.00: Brunch & pause
11.00-13.00: Medicine Wheel & Nature Quest Prep (AM)
13.00-17.00: Break & Snacks at 14
17.00-18.30: Free Your Voice & Free Movement (Isa & AM)
18.30-20.00: Dinner & Pause
20.00-? : Around the Fire & Vision Quest/Sunset Meditation
SATURDAY 12 th of JULY
8.30-9.30: Movement & Meditation (AM)
9.30-11.00: Brunch & pause
11.00-13.00: Circle & Essence Breathwork (AM & Isa)
13.00-16.30: Break & Snacks at 14
16.30-19.00:Yoga (Isa) & Drum Journey(AM) 19.00-21.00: Dinner & Pause
21.00-22.00: Sauna Ritual
SUNDAY 13 th of JULY
7.30-09.00: Meditation & Movement (Isa)
9.00-11.00: Brunch & Packing
11.00-13.00: Circle & Outro (AM & Isa)
13.00-14.00: Thank you & See you
* There can be changes in the program
THE RETREAT EXPLORES
- Nature Based practice in a wild forest and magical lake
- Transformative practices: rituals, meditation and silence to foster inner rest, contemplation & self-love
- Movement & Healing: breathwork, yoga, movement, free dance
- Sauna & Sound: Sauna rituals, singing & drumming
- Shamanic practices: Nature quest, Medicine Wheel & Drum Journey
- Vision Quest: 4-12 hour solo in the forest to connect with your inner calling and intuition
- Creative Expression: soul poetry and shared circles of reflection
- Nourishment: Delicious vegetarian organic meals
- Community: A welcoming and supportive environment to belong and grow
Supported by the wilderness, we will rest, restore, explore deeply, play wildly and catalyze new resources to bring back into our life.
What You’ll Explore:
- Deep listening to the rhythms within you and in nature
- Expanding your intuition and imagination to access deeper truths
- Rediscovering silence, gratitude, inner courage & love
- Moving with intention to align with the intelligence of nature
This experience offers a chance to realign your inner compass, connect with the wisdom traditions and draw from the restorative power of nature. Guided by the interplay of body, soul, and the natural world, we embark on a journey of transformation—one that reminds us of the healing connection between people and the land.
Together, we’ll celebrate our human heritage as creative beings, supported by nature and a heart-centered community. This retreat is a sacred space for renewal, courage, and love—an experience to inspire you long after you return to your daily life.
All are welcome to join us on this journey of rediscovery and connection.
RETREAT MOMENTS
PRICE
EARLYBIRD till 1. th of May
EARLYBIRD TWIN ROOM – 6400 dk.kr
EARLYBIRD 3 – 4 PERSON ROOM – 6100 dk.kr
EARLYBIRD TENT – 5500 dk.kr
PRICE after 1th of April
TWIN ROOM: 6900 dk.kr
3-4 PERSON ROOM: 6600 dk.kr
TENT : 6000 dk.kr (bring own tent)
All prices are pr. person
Pricing Information: The price includes: 4-day stay at Möllan Retreat, all meals, teaching and guided activities, costs to rejsegaratifonden.
Exclusions: Transport to/from the retreat, personal insurance
If you are a student or on sick leave, a limited number of spots are available at a reduced rate.
To apply for this rate, please email: hello@balanced.dk.
If you have financial difficulties (e.g. on sick leave/studentst) there’s 2 spots available for those in need – apply by contacting: hello@balanced.dk
In case of cancellation, 1/3 of the amount is refunded or you can find a friend who participates instead of you.
Please inform us if there is anything we should know about injuries, illness or other (eg stress, sick leave, knee injuries, epilepsy or medication). Participation is at your own risk – both stay and teaching. Balanced disclaims any responsibility in connection with illness, injuries and the like.
Participants at the retreat: max 18 persons
FACILITATORS
ANNE METTE BUCH BERTELSEN
As a founder of Balanced Retreat, I’m dedicated to helping people find a more meaningful way to connect to nature, body and soul. My inspiration is nature based traditions and healing arts across cultures and time offering us practices to re-align our inner compass, conscious exploration and unfold our soul full creative expression. The last 10 years my path lead me to Esalen Institute in California, teachers in shamanism as Anette Høst & Sandra Ingermann. 10 years meditation with Jesper Westmark, 20 years of modern dance, body work and yoga in various forms. 15 years of teaching experience & 10 years of facilitating retreats and workshops. The common thread is also experience and education within HR (Cand. Soc. HRM). A turning point in life in 2012 became a new starting point - therefore HR transformed into Human Retreat.
FACILITATOR
ISA RAIM
ISA RAIM
Visit: www.isaraim.com
Isa Raim is a dedicated guide in the fields of breathwork, yoga, and holistic healing, helping individuals cultivate balance, embodiment, and transformation in their lives. His unique approach weaves together Eastern philosophy, somatic practices, and trauma-informed methods to create integrative experiences for personal growth and healing.
Background Highlights:
- Licensed physical therapist specializing in craniosacral therapy and relational trauma therapy
- Yoga teacher with over 15 years of experience
- Training in relational trauma therapy
- Over 6 years of shamanic apprenticeship
- Extensive teaching experience: yoga teacher trainings, retreats, and workshops internationally
- Developer of a unique breathwork method rooted in sacred, somatic, and integrative principles
Isa’s transformative journey began through yoga, where he discovered its profound ability to harmonize the body, emotions, and nervous system. He continues to draw inspiration from holistic healing modalities to evolve on both a personal and professional level. He continues to share his passion for holistic health, fostering self-regulation and empowerment in those he works with.
PLACE & TRANSPORT – MOLLAN RETREAT
MÖLLAN RETREAT – A magical retreat center at a water mill deep in the forest of Småland. You’ll come to a charming retreat place with a stunning lake and an ancient forest in Småland. There a very beautiful hall (shala) overlooking the lake and a lovely sauna. You will be accommodated either in atwin/quad room, 3-4. You can create your own “single room” by bringing a tent and live closer to nature.
TRANSPORT DETAILS
Möllan Retreat is located in Sweden at:
Höghultström 2, 364 33 Åseda, Sweden
Driving: Approximately 4 hours from Copenhagen and 4.5 hours from Stockholm.
Carpooling is encouraged, and coordination details will be shared closer to the retreat date.
Public Transport: Train: From Copenhagen, take a train (~3 hours) to Växjö. Bus: From Växjö, take buses 310 and 320 to Åseda (~45 minutes).
Pick-Up Service: From Åseda to Möllan Retreat, a pick-up service is available for app. 100 dkk (scheduled from 12–13 PM Thursday).
Tickets, please visit: www.sj.se
RETREAT MOMENTS
Referencer
“The retreat I attended was amazing, mind-blowing, and incredible. Words cannot describe how wonderful the setting, nature, and Anne Mette are as an inspiring guide. I highly recommend booking a retreat—your soul will thank you forever!” Mirjam, 2019