Island retreat in the Danish South Sea: yoga, sound meditation, open studio, and sweat lodge

5.0 (4 Reviews) · Sydals, Denmark
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"When the waves crash above me, I dive down to find shells." -Mascha Kaleko- Holistic island retreat with yoga & qi gong, art therapy, meditation, singing, dancing, and sweat lodge ceremony.

In this retreat, we combine yoga and embodiment with art therapy, a shamanic sweat lodge ceremony, and singing and sharing circles. We use the power of the elements in this retreat and follow the Shamanic Medicine Wheel in the sequence. Day 1: Air, Day 2: Fire, Day 3: Water, Day 4: Earth
We also pamper our bodies with exclusively organic superfoods from our own permaculture garden and from a friendly organic farm nearby. To rid ourselves of everyday toxins and supply our bodies with new energy, selected detox teas and smoothies are available throughout the day.
We limit ourselves to two easily digestible, vegan main meals and refrain from coffee and sugar. In this retreat, we want to give you the opportunity to reconnect and communicate with your body and soul. This is especially successful when we refrain from stimulants and allow ourselves a break and cleansing.

Enjoy the tranquility of the island and morning yoga, let yourself be inspired by the colors and sounds of the sea... Find space for your dreams, desires, and inner images in the studio and in nature, and deepen your experiences of the day in the evening meditation with sound, voice, and dance, reconnecting with nature and your innermost being.
The sauna, sweat lodge, and hot tub right by the sea offer you an unforgettable experience of nature. Shamanic sweat lodge ceremony: The sweat lodge as a cleansing and renewal ritual for health on all levels. It grounds you, centers you, and guides you to your core, connecting you with your inner nature. After a period of preparation, we enter the sweat lodge dressed in cotton cloth. Stones heated in the fire are placed in a hole in the center of the lodge and doused with water. The ritual consists of four rounds. Each represents a season and its associated element. We give thanks, make requests, let go, and empty ourselves to receive something new. Refreshed and regenerated, we return to everyday life feeling reborn. We cleanse ourselves on a physical level through sweating (temperatures and climate similar to those in a steam sauna) and on a mental and emotional level by feeling, expressing, and sharing feelings and desires. On a spiritual level, this ritual allows us to consciously reconnect with the nature that surrounds us and open ourselves to oneness with everything. Traditionally, the sweat lodge is compared to the womb of Pacha Mama, Mother Earth, and through this symbolism invites us to feel whole, natural, completely right, and secure again. The end of the ceremony, when everyone leaves the sweat lodge individually and carefully, is seen by traditional cultures (North American and Central American traditions) as a rebirth. Use this special time for your inner strength and your visions!
Our team consists of an art therapist and nurse with advanced training in psychosomatics and therapeutic fasting, a yoga teacher and yoga therapist, a Reiki healer, and a cook. We have learned about natural healing methods and shamanic healing methods such as Reiki, cacao, and sweat lodge ceremonies in Peru and Germany.

Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about our holistic methodology. Prices: From 680 euros in a 3-bed room or tent. 770 euros in a double room 980 euros in a single room In case of cancellation on the part of the customer, the amount will be credited.
The voucher can be redeemed within 3 years for another retreat or vacation. In case of cancellation on our part, we will refund the amount. Start: 5 p.m., End: 2 p.m. Day 1: Arrival, opening ceremony Day 2 Theme: Air: Communication, visualization, sound & singing Day 3: Theme: Fire:Transformation - sweat lodge Day 4: Theme: Water: Cleansing, relaxation, flow: Yin yoga & dance Day 5: Theme: Earth: Integration Earth ritual and cacao ceremony Day 6: Open studio, conclusion. Reiki massages can be booked additionally. We look forward to seeing you! Iris, Hanna, and Helena

The retreat at a glance

The most important facts in a nutshell:

Categories
Mindfulness, Art therapy, LandArt, Yoga Retreats, Detox Retreats, Creative Retreats
Date
2026-06-01 - 2026-06-06
Language(s)
German, English
Level
Beginner
Group Size
12
Place
Sydals, Denmark
Accommodation
Overnight stay included
Catering
Full board
Types of food
Organic, Vegan, Gluten-free, Raw Vegan
Services

Yoga

Meditation

Open studio, creativity program

art therapy

Qi Gong

lodging

sweat lodge

Sauna

campfire

Canoes and stand-up paddleboards

bike rental

Wood-fired hot tub right by the sea

full board

Reiki and massage (50 euros)

Accommodation

6 rooms with sea view. 4 rooms in the garden. Water access. 2 yoga rooms, studio with sea view. 4 shared bathrooms. Large kitchen and common room. 6000m² garden directly adjacent to the house. Additional area by the water with fire pit.

Catering

Vegan, eco-friendly meals. Breakfast and dinner. Fresh fruit during the day.

sequence

9 a.m. Yoga 11 a.m. Breakfast 1-4 p.m. Open studio with varying creative program and art therapy 5 p.m. Dinner 7 p.m. Sound, voice, dance, meditation, sauna, cacao ceremony Or: Sweat lodges and new moon ceremony
Start: Thursday: 5 p.m. with a cacao ceremony End: Sunday 2 p.m.

Arrival

Early arrival and extended stays are possible upon request.

Nørre Landevej 8, 6470 Sydals, , Denmark

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over 1 year ago

It was a wonderful retreat! Iris is a great hostess with a lot of love in her heart! The house and the surroundings radiate so much harmony and peace. The food was also great and prepared with love! Highly recommended!

Christina Sauer

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over 4 years ago

I was able to spend a week in Kegneas Garden as if in a healing dream world. The house, the garden, the sea, Iris herself - everything has something soothing and, as already said, something insanely healing. Peacefully, Kegnaes lies on an island, surrounded by blackberry bushes, a lighthouse and, of course, the sea. No matter if sun, rain or storm one always finds something to do. From gathering fruits, swimming in the sea, yoga and massage, going to the sauna, creative work in the beautiful studio. In Kegneas Garden it is simply fun to be. I love to come back here and would highly recommend it to everyone!

Elena Kettner

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over 4 years ago

Very personally managed retreat in a wonderful old house. The surroundings, especially the cliffs, invite you to long walks. The offers on site (yoga and studio) were professionally guided and lovingly accompanied. Highly recommended to all who are looking for a personal time out and want to meet like-minded people.

Karin Hof

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over 4 years ago

A very nice place, friendly people, great program and good food. Everything top.

Sandra König

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Cancellation policy

Full refund up to 30 days before arrival.
After this, the booking is non-refundable.

The amount will be credited in the form of a voucher—50 euro processing fee—for another retreat within 3 years.

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