Blog - Yoga retreats

Hiking the Estonian way in 2024

Hiking in Estonia -visiting mysterious bogs Estonian bogs have gone through a large-scale transformation from being seen as a horrific place to becoming one of the most loved landscapes. Our bogs are the top-of-the-list attraction for every tourist willing to discover the Estonian countryside and wildlife. What is bog? The bog is the oldest organic […]

7 best tips on what to wear when hiking in Norway

"There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing" - Swedish and Norwegian proverb. Here I will share some tips on how to choose good hiking clothes and what to wear when hiking to keep you warm, dry, and happy during your adventures in Norway. I will not recommend any specific brands because […]

Tips for choosing a yoga retreat during a pandemic 2021-2022

Will you be fully vaccinated soon? Or have you taken your COVID-19 vaccination and are looking to travel sometime in the near future? As vaccines are being rolled out across the world, it brings the promise of a return to our pre-pandemic life, or, at the very least, something close to it. That said, it’s […]

Yoga styles differ in their physical intensity

There are large variations in intensity between styles of yoga based on oxygen consumption and heart rate. Variation in intensity between yoga styles was due to the variability of what practitioners were doing over the whole arc of a yoga practice. Yoga practice could range from higher intensity sun salutations to lower intensity seated postures. […]

New Year, new goals, new dreams, new habits in 2022?

As the end of the year 2021 is approaching let's be grateful for all the good that happened and celebrate our victories! The end of the year is always a good time to look back and reflect. 2021 has been a difficult year for many, but there is always something good to be thankful for. […]

Return to Light: Yoga for the Winter Solstice

The new solar year is upon us as the Earth begins to tilt back toward the Sun, signifying the completion of another life cycle before the emergence of spring. For thousands of years the Winter Solstice has been celebrated around the world—acknowledging the shortest day of the year as a return to light, a return […]

Randonee skiing in Norway

Randonee skiing, also known as Alpine Touring, is a form of skiing in which people ascend the mountain under their power through the use of specialized bindings and skins. Skins are held onto the bottom of the skis with a sticky substance. They were originally made of animal skin, such as sealskin, but are now made […]

Hiking in Norway in November

Today we were on the way to Blånebba, 1322 m.a.s.l. It rained a lot in the morning but at 8 am the rain had stopped and we desided to go hiking. Unfortunatelly we didn't reach the top of the mountain because the days are very short now and it's getting dark by 4 pm already. […]

Yoga and Meditation retreat in exciting Estonia 2024

Estonia should be your next yoga retreat destination. Here's why Estonia is a hidden gem packed with opportunities to try something new and have experiences you would not have in most other countries. Estonia has a long history of different settlers from Vikings to the medieval merchants of German, Swedish, Danish and Russian descent. Today’s […]

Find what you love and love what you find - Leonie Sherman writes about her volunteer experience in Norway Yoga Hiking Retreat

The life of a freelance yoga instructor, self-defense teacher, and adventure sports writer involves a lot of free time. I used to devote an embarrassing amount of that free time to trawling the Yoga Trade website. The secret to using the site well is to know when to daydream about an opportunity, when to seize […]

Hatha Yoga Sun Salutation - Surya Namaskara

What is Sun Salutation and why we practice it Surya - the Sun, soul, source of all lifeNamaskar - greening or salute Sun Salutation originated in the Hatha Yoga tradition in the 9 century in India. Many variations are possible. Surya Namaskar is a series of postures (asanas in Sanskrit) linked together in a graceful […]

Making lifestyle changes that last

Making lifestyle changes that last Lifestyle changes are a process that take time and require support. Once you are ready to make a change, the difficult part is committing and fallowing through. So do your research and make a plan that will prepare you for success. Careful planning means setting small goals and taking things […]

Hiking in Norway - Åbittinden 1396 m.a.s.l. Turn your hike into meditation!

Yesterday we celebrated the World Mental Health Day with a small hike (6 hours) to Åbittinden. Åbittinden rises with his 1396 meters above sea level and is located in the middle between Trolltind (1347 m.a.s.l.) and Blåfjellet (1192 m.a.s.l.). Driving from Molde (where we live) to the starting point of the hike takes about 1 hour and […]

Powerful yogic breathing - Yoga for beginners part 1

The breath- it’s the only thing that’s with you from the moment you’re born to the moment you pass. Breathing unites the body and mind together and can change the way you feel mentally, emotionally, and physically. Although breathing is a spontaneous process, conscious control of it may be taken to learn and develop correct […]

Hiking in Norway, Lauparen 1434 m.a.s.l.

Hiking in Norway is tricky in October. It rains most of the time and there is a strong vind at the top of the mountains. The higher you climb, the worse. However, the Norwegians will not give up and a small hike would be undertaken whenever possible. So do I. Yesterday was nice weather and […]

7 Days Yoga & Hiking Retreat 13-19.08.2020

Where have we been: Day 1 - Atlantic Road Trip & hiking to Sjurvarden 667 m.a.s.l. The top of the mountain was inside the cloud. Due to the bad weather, strong wind and fog, we only came on the half way up to the "stein hytta" or stone cabin, where we were eating our lunch. On […]

Musk Ox Safari in Oppdal, Norway, 22.08.2020

Dovrefjell National Park is the only place in Norway, and one of few places in the world, where you can experience the majestic muskox. The Muskox is considered to be a peaceful animal, but you will be advised to keep a distance. A muskox safari gives you a unique opportunity to see the muskox at close range. The musk-ox trail opened in 2017. […]

Thrilling Romsdalseggen Ridge hike 1222 m.a.s.l.

Romsdalseggen ridge is one of the world’s most scenic hikes (Lonely Planet 2011). This hike through the dramatic landscape features many highlights. From the ridge, you can see the majestic Trollveggen cliff, surrounded by a number of well-known mountains. Romsdalseggen ridge is one of the most spectacular backdrops in the world, not far from the mountaineering […]

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