With Edgar Navarro and Katy Scherer. A week of Ashtanga and Yin, held in the depth of Norwegian winter.
Next February, Edgar and I return to nosen for a week of Ashtanga and Yin, held in the depth of Norwegian winter.
Ashtanga requires a certain patience. You show up. You practise the same sequence. You meet the same resistances. Progress, if it comes, is often subtle. The work is steady, methodical, occasionally uncomfortable — and deeply clarifying.
Yin asks for a different sort of maturity. To remain. To soften. To stay with sensation without immediately trying to change it. It does not hurry resolution; it allows things to unfold in their own time.
Together, they create a balance that feels particularly fitting for winter. Effort and yielding. Heat and stillness. Structure in the morning, quiet depth in the afternoon.
And alongside the seriousness of practice, there is community. An international gathering of practitioners — familiar faces and new ones — sharing tables, stories, and the sort of laughter that only comes after a strong morning on the mat. There is something quietly powerful about doing this work together; friendship forms easily in the cold.
We gather for Mysore practice — a steady, self-paced exploration of the Ashtanga sequence. You show up, you practise, you meet what is there. Some days feel clear, others less so. The work is not to force change, but to stay with it — patiently, consistently — and allow understanding to emerge over time.
Evening Yin offers a different kind of attention. Here, there is less doing and more allowing.
Time to rest, walk in the snow, sit in the sauna, or simply pause.
After practice, we come together for breakfast. Lunch is shared in the early afternoon.
Edgar Navarro is one of the directors of Miami Life Center, a vibrant yoga studio in the heart of Miami dedicated to the study and practice of traditional yoga. With a deep passion for holistic well-being, Edgar supports students in developing practices that cultivate awareness, balance, and long-term sustainability.
Rooted in the Ashtanga Yoga tradition, his teaching emphasizes not only the physical practice but also the subtler dimensions of yoga, including pranayama, meditation, and breath-centered awareness. Edgar also integrates Yin Yoga as a complementary practice that helps balance the intensity of Ashtanga, supporting recovery, nervous system regulation, and deeper introspection.
Edgar has studied under the guidance of respected teachers including Sharath Jois, Mark Linksman, Kino MacGregor, Tim Feldmann, JoPhee, and others who have influenced his understanding of both traditional and evolving approaches to yoga.
Through his work at Miami Life Center, Edgar shares practices that encourage students to cultivate steadiness, sensitivity, and a deeper connection to themselves both on and off the mat.
Katy is an Authorised Ashtanga and Breathwork teacher based in Bonn, Germany. She is the co-founder and owner of The Vinyasa People, a yoga studio and community hub, Yin Nation, a yoga and lifestyle store, and The Pilates People.
An Ashtangi at heart, Katy loves exploring the space where tradition and modernity meet — sometimes harmonious, sometimes provocative, always transformative. She spent several months studying in Mysore under Sharath Jois, receiving his Authorisation to teach Ashtanga Yoga in 2022.
While her roots are grounded in traditional practice, her curiosity has always extended beyond it. After years of practising classical pranayama, she began exploring modern breathwork methods and quickly experienced the powerful and often life-changing impact of the breath. Today her work blends traditional pranayama, modern breath science and dynamic breathwork practices, creating a space where students can explore the breath deeply, safely and with curiosity.
As a practitioner, teacher, business owner, wife and mother, Katy’s approach to practice is shaped by the realities of modern life. She believes deeply in honouring tradition while allowing practices to evolve, creating spaces that support people not only on the mat, but within the full complexity of their lives.
Train or bus to Gol or Fagernes. Book a pickup in advance by email to post@nosenyoga.no.
HOW TO GET HEREAll meals are vegetarian, at 09:00, 13:00 and 18:00. Tell us about allergies before you come.
ABOUT THE CAFÉYou book and pay in our booking system. The cancellation terms are the same for every retreat.
TERMS AND CONDITIONSA 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.
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.
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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