Yoga
Vinyasa flows, a grounding release practice and gentle evening yin to connect with the body.
20–22 NOVEMBER 20262 NIGHTS
The Art of Balance
With Elina Serkedzhieva and Ronit Cohen. A weekend of yoga, group coaching and time in nature to explore how you find balance in a busy life.
A weekend to explore how you stand, and how you find balance in the middle of it all. In November, a month before the new year, take time to reflect on what the year ahead might hold.
Many things are asked of us, and we are often pulled in different directions. Some of these demands come from within, others from what we believe others expect of us.
In yoga, balance is often described as the meeting of two qualities: steadiness, the effort to hold a pose, and ease, the trust to soften within it. Too much effort and we grip and tire. Too much ease and we lose our shape and drift.
Over the weekend we work with movement, group coaching and quiet time in nature to explore how we relate to what we cannot predict or control, and to find a balance that does not depend on having it all figured out.
The retreat takes the same balance off the mat: where in life we grip when we could soften, and where we drift when we could stand a little firmer. It is a chance to notice where you push, tighten or give way, and how to move through your days with more steadiness.
The Art of Balance is part of the "The Art of..." series, after The Art of Change (2025) and The Art of Expression (spring 2026).
Group coaching
A workshop on the question "What is balance?", for clarity and growth.
Silent morning
A short vipassana-inspired silence on Saturday morning, through breakfast, to observe and settle.
Forest walk
A walk inspired by forest therapy, practising trust in each next step and returning to the present moment.
Closing circle
Reflecting on what we take home, with a small art-based workshop.
Elina Serkedzhieva
Experienced yoga teacher and professional coachWe are Ronit and Elina. We are both experienced yoga teachers and work as professional coaches in different fields. Our approach brings together two effective tools: yoga for connecting with the body, and group coaching for clarity and growth. The concept "The Art of...." is a series of retreats designed to offer structured, supportive practices that strengthen different parts of our body and lives. After The Art of Change (2025) and the Art of Expression (Spring 2026), we explore a new theme: The Art of Balance.
Ronit Cohen
Experienced yoga teacher and professional coachWe are Ronit and Elina. We are both experienced yoga teachers and work as professional coaches in different fields. Our approach brings together two effective tools: yoga for connecting with the body, and group coaching for clarity and growth. The concept "The Art of...." is a series of retreats designed to offer structured, supportive practices that strengthen different parts of our body and lives. After The Art of Change (2025) and the Art of Expression (Spring 2026), we explore a new theme: The Art of Balance.
Subject to change. Meals in italics.
Friday
- Arrival and check-in
- Welcome circle and introduction
- Body Release and Intention: a grounding practice to arrive in the body and set an intention for the weekend. What do I need to give, and what do I need to receive?
- Dinner
- Rooted and Open: an evening yin practice focused on release and ease
Saturday
- The morning begins in silence and continues through breakfast, a short vipassana-inspired practice to observe and settle
- Vinyasa for Inner Peace: a practice honouring our life, our experience and our resilience
- Breakfast (in silence)
- Reflection time and an optional ease back into group connection
- Group coaching workshop: What is balance?
- Lunch and free time
- Forest walk and reflection, inspired by forest therapy
- Dinner
- Resting into Balance: a gentle evening practice with a soft massage to relax body and mind
Sunday
- Dynamic Vinyasa, Every Step Matters: an energising flow with music to overcome worry and find inner resilience
- Breakfast and free time
- Closing circle, The Art of Balance: reflecting on what we take home, with a small art-based workshop
- 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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