A 3-Night / 4-Day Silence & Nature Winter Retreat in Belgium
08–11 January 2026 | La Roche-en-Ardenne
How often do you truly take time for yourself?
How often do you really slow down, disconnect from the outside world, and simply be?
Have you ever listened — really listened — to your inner voice?
About the Retreat
A Journey Inward is an invitation to pause — to return to yourself, to heal, and to begin again with clarity, stillness, and warmth.
This retreat is for you if you often feel overwhelmed by the busyness of life, if you’re caught up in doing and striving, and if you long to reconnect with what truly feels good and authentic.
It’s a space to rest, reflect, and rediscover your essence through silence, mindful movement, and connection with nature.
In a world filled with noise and constant motion, A Journey Inward offers a sanctuary to rest, breathe, and reconnect.
Over four days, surrounded by the stillness of winter nature, you’ll have time to slow down, soften, and rediscover your natural rhythm.
The practices you’ll experience are more than moments of retreat — they are tools for life, helping you live with more ease, awareness, and freedom from stress.
Each element – from movement and breath to stillness and silence – is designed to help you reconnect with your essence and carry that sense of presence into daily life.
On the second day, as an example, I’ll share a simple yet powerful cleansing ritual – Jala Neti - to clear the nasal passages, strengthen the immune system, and awaken clarity in the mind.
Practiced daily, this ancient yogic technique helps you begin each morning with focus, freshness, and lightness – a beautiful way to align body, breath, and awareness.
The Space
Our retreat unfolds in Chapelle 15, a charming renovated farmhouse on a hilltop in La Roche-en-Ardenne, Belgium — a serene haven surrounded by forests and rolling hills.
Enjoy cozy shared accommodation, nourishing vegetarian/ vegan meals, and moments of peaceful silence by the fire.
Accommodation: 3 comfortable shared rooms with double and single beds (choose your preference).
Meals: Freshly prepared, organic vegetarian or vegan dishes by Deep & Retreat team.
Intimate setting: Limited spaces to preserve the retreat’s quiet, personal atmosphere.
Together We Will Explore
- Daily Yoga & Meditation — grounding and opening the body through mindful movement and breath. (with Ludmila)
- Practice of Jala Neti - before our morning breathing session. (with Ludmila)
- Somatic Movement & Chakra Balancing — restoring flow, awareness, and energetic harmony. (with Ludmila)
- Silence Practice & Sound Journey — softening into inner stillness and resonance. (with Ludmila & Katriina)
- Forest Bathing & Sauna Ritual — reconnecting to nature’s rhythm and the cleansing power of the elements. (with Katriina)
- Optional Healing Therapy Sessions — craniosacral and therapeutic touch to support deeper integration during your free time. (with Gwenn - spots are limited. You can reserve your session once you register or at the start of the retreat. €80 for a 1-hour session, payable at the end of the retreat.)
All activities are guided with warmth and care, allowing space for deep rest, introspection, and renewal.
Meet Your Guides
“I’m Ludmila, and I’ll be guiding the daily yoga, meditation, and somatic movement sessions during the retreat.
Through my own journey of exploring the body and its connection to breath and awareness, I’ve learned that true presence arises when we allow ourselves to slow down and simply be. Yoga has taught me that every movement, every breath, is an invitation to return home — to the body, to the heart, to this very moment.
I intend to hold a space where you can reconnect with your breath, awaken inner stillness, and meet yourself with compassion. Through mindful movement and embodied awareness, we soften, release, and open the path toward balance and renewal. This gentle practice can bring more clarity, peace, and aliveness into our lives.”
“I’m Katriina, a mindfulness practitioner with a deep love for forests and the quiet wisdom they offer. I know how daunting silence and stillness can feel — which is why I’ve always sought them in the forest and the sauna. I grew up with the forests and specifically the sauna; it’s a tradition I carry in my bones. In my culture, the sauna is a place beyond wellness: a sacred, everyday space for transformation through cleansing, birthing, and healing, a place where people return to simplicity and truth. During the retreat, I’ll guide you through gentle forest bathing practices and a sauna ceremony that invite you, through your senses, back into your body, where the mind can settle, and you can come home to yourself.”
Webpage: Katriina Kilpi
Meet the supporting team
“I am Gwenn, and I’ll be supporting you during the retreat with guidance that helps you reconnect with your body and inner essence.
Through my own journey — from a demanding career to listening deeply to my body’s signals — I learned how physical symptoms can become invitations to pause and rediscover who we truly are.
By connecting with the body, we open doors to (self) discovery and (self) healing — inviting more balance, vitality, and authenticity into our lives.”
Webpage: Gwenn Geertsen
“I’m Deep, and I’ll be nourishing you during the retreat with food made with presence, care, and love.
My approach to cooking is rooted in the belief that food is more than nourishment — it is connection, creativity, and an expression of balance.
Through plant-based and vegetarian, seasonal meals prepared with mindfulness, we aim to support your inner journey — grounding the body, soothing the senses, and awakening joy.
Each dish is a gentle invitation to slow down, savour, and reconnect with the essence of life itself.”
Webpage: Deep Parekh
Schedule Overview and Costs
Day 1 – Arrival Day
16:00 – Arrival & Check-in
18:00 – Welcome Yoga Session
19:00 – Dinner
20:00 – Introduction & Opening Circle
20:30 – Body Stillness Meditation
21:00 - Free time
22:00 – Silence Begins
Day 2 – Silent Day
Morning yoga, breathing, and sensory awareness meditation
Lectures, Sauna Ritual
Private healing sessions available during free time
Average of 3 hours for Personal/ Free time during the day
Evening Yoga Nidra and visualization/meditation
Day 3 – Silent Day
Morning in nature with Forest Bathing
Afternoon somatic movement, and
Evening Yoga Nidra and Chakra balancing Sound Bath and Fire
Average of 3 hours for Personal/ Free time during the day
Day 4 – Closing Day
Morning yoga for renewal
Sharing circle and reflections
Closing session and lunch
Note: You will receive a detailed program once you register for the retreat
Investment:
In our cozy guest house, we have 3 shared rooms:
- 2 rooms with a double bed and 2 single beds (bunk beds)
- 1 room with 2 double beds and one single bed.
Total capacity: 9 participants (5 single beds + 4 double beds)
Total Investment including VAT:
- €1.054,82/person single bed
- €1.094,75/person double bed (sleeping alone)
What’s included:
- A full program including yoga, meditations, breathing exercises, and inspiring lectures
- Use of all yoga and meditation materials (mats, cushions, blankets)
- Sauna and forest bathing equipment (please bring your own robe)
- 3x freshly made organic and vegetarian/vegan (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Unlimited tea, water, fruit, and nuts available throughout the day (no coffee served, but available)
- Accommodation during the retreat, including bedsheets and towel
What is not included:
- Individual healing session: €80/ 1hr.
- Transport to and from the retreat location (easily reachable by car or by train to Marloie station).
→ We can arrange a pick-up and drop-off service for €25 each way.
Entering Silence
Silence is the heart of this retreat — a sacred space where you can turn inward and truly listen.
It is an invitation to step away from external noise and distractions, allowing the mind to settle and the body to rest.
During this time, we’ll disconnect from all forms of communication and stimulation: no talking, reading, or use of electronic devices.
On the first evening, we’ll gently collect your phones and return them at the end of the retreat, so you can experience the full depth of stillness without interruption.
In silence, something profound begins to unfold, your intuition begins to blossom.
Without the constant pull of the outside world, you start to hear your own inner rhythm — the quiet wisdom that lives within.
As the layers of distraction fall away, a new sense of clarity, presence, and trust in your inner guidance naturally emerges.
This is where healing and reconnection begin: in the spaciousness of simply being.
Practical Details
Dates: 8–11 January 2026
Location: Chapelle 15, La Roche-en-Ardenne, Belgium
Check-in: 16:00–17:30 | Check-out: 14:00–15:30
Investment: All-inclusive (accommodation, meals, beverages, and full program).
Contact us for details and booking conditions.
Reservation & Cancellation Policy
To reserve your spot, a 30% deposit is required at the time of booking.
The remaining 70% is due by 20/12/2025 - 20 days before the retreat begins.
If you need to cancel your participation, please let us know as soon as possible.
10% of the deposit will be retained to cover administrative costs.
If cancellation occurs before 25/12/2025, 50% of the total amount may be refunded or charged.
After 25/12/2025, the full amount will be kept or charged unless your spot can be filled by someone else.