Breath in theory and practice
Talks and practice sessions on how the breath affects body and mind, with breaks.
27–29 NOVEMBER 20262 NIGHTSTAUGHT IN NORWEGIAN
Breath as Medicine
With Hege Svenningsen. A weekend exploring how conscious breathing can support body and mind, led by doctor and breath therapist Hege Svenningsen.
The breath is always with us, and it can be a key to calm, energy and inner balance. This weekend invites you to explore how conscious breathing can support both body and mind, in quiet surroundings close to nature.
Together with doctor and breath therapist Hege Svenningsen, you get a safe, well-grounded introduction to the breath as a tool. With more than 20 years of experience and a holistic approach to health, she shares knowledge and practice in a down-to-earth, accessible way.
The weekend combines talks, guided breathing sessions and gentle movement. You gain both understanding and experience, and simple techniques you can take with you into everyday life.
The weekend suits both those who are new to breathwork and those who want to go deeper.
You travel home with a calmer body, a more balanced nervous system and easier access to your own breath.
Breathwork journey
A guided breathwork session on Saturday afternoon, and a shorter breathwork session on Sunday.
Gentle morning practice
Gentle stretching or light yoga, pranayama and relaxation, possibly a gentle start outdoors.
Gentle landing
Calm evening sessions to land in the body and the breath.
Hege Svenningsen
Doctor and breath therapistHege Svenningsen is a doctor with more than 20 years of experience, around 15 of them as a GP. She has further training in holistic medicine, including Unity Therapy (Enhetsterapi) with Audun Myskja and Integrative Breathing Teacher training with Rosalba Courtney. She is also a MediYoga and Ashtanga yoga teacher, mindfulness coach and firewalk instructor.
Over the last 7 to 8 years she has focused especially on the breath as medicine. She left her GP practice in November 2023 to teach the breath as a tool for better health, vitality and inner calm. In summer 2025 she published a pilot study on breath therapy for persistent bodily symptoms.
Subject to change. Meals in italics.
Friday
- We meet, get to know each other and get a short overview of the breath and the weekend. A gentle landing and gathering before dinner.
- Dinner
- Gentle landing in body and breath
Saturday
- Gentle stretching or light yoga, pranayama and relaxation, possibly a gentle start outdoors
- Breakfast
- Breath in theory and practice, with breaks
- Lunch and rest
- Breathwork journey
- Dinner
- Gentle landing
Sunday
- Gentle stretching or yoga, pranayama and relaxation, possibly a gentle start outdoors
- Breakfast
- Breath in theory and practice
- Breathwork
- Closing and landing the weekend
- Lunch and departure
Getting here
Train or bus to Gol or Fagernes. Book a pickup in advance by email to post@nosenyoga.no.
HOW TO GET HEREFood
All meals are vegetarian, at 09:00, 13:00 and 18:00. Tell us about allergies before you come.
ABOUT THE CAFÉBooking and cancellation
You book and pay in our booking system. The cancellation terms are the same for every retreat.
TERMS AND CONDITIONSWhere you stay
A range of rooms to suit your comfort and budget: choose the space that feels right for you, whether it is a cosy shared room or your own private sanctuary.
About Nøsen Yoga og Fjellhotell
Nøsen Yoga og Fjellhotell is a mountain retreat centre in the heart of Valdres, Norway, surrounded by breathtaking nature and peaceful hiking trails. We host yoga retreats, workshops and events all year round, offering guests a chance to slow down, connect with themselves and enjoy nourishing vegetarian meals in a warm and welcoming community.
About Back in the Ring
Our hotel is run by a dedicated mix of staff and volunteers, creating a unique and vibrant atmosphere. Some of our volunteers join us through Back in the Ring (BITR), a transformative program that supports people in rebuilding confidence, resilience and purpose after life’s challenges.
They take part in daily operations while developing practical skills, building community connections and engaging in personal growth activities. This means you may meet people from all walks of life, each contributing in their own way to the Nøsen experience.
We invite you to embrace the spirit of patience, openness and shared humanity that makes our community special.
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