As summer draws closer, we’re returning to our Norwegian home away from home.
For the third spring - or very early summer - in a row, we’d love to invite you to join us for a weekend at beautiful Nøsen. Expect Mysore-style mornings and inspiring afternoon workshops. Together we’ll practica Ashtanga Yoga, explore arm balances and handstands, and take time for technique, good streches, and deep relaxation.
All levels are warmly welcome!
ABOUT LOTTA
Hairdresser- Ashtanga lover - Mother of two adult children and two grandchildren.
Ever since Lotta was a child, she was mostly upside down, doing handstands, cartwheel or other gymnastic.
When she found AshtangaYoga in the late 90s it was like coming home, she says - she was immediately drawn to the practice.
Since that day it’s a big part of her life - with dedication, love, curiosity, energy and gratefulness, she follows the traditional Mysore style. It was taught by late Sri K. Pattabhi Jois and now his grandson, R. Sharath Jois.
Handstand practice became a big part of her life in 2015 - it has helped Lotta a lot - The strength from the handstands makes the ashtanga practice stronger, and gives so much joy to life generally.
Program
Thursday:
15.00 - Check in and Welcome
18.00 - 19:00 - Dinner
Friday:
07.00 - 09.00 - Ashtanga yoga Mysore style
Ashtanga practice in the traditional method of self practice. You will be fully supported no matter where your are on your journey of Ashtanga - everyone is welcome, beginners through to seasoned Ashtangis
09.00 - 10.00 - Breakfast
13.00 - 14.00 - Lunch
15.00-17.00 - Workshop Friday afternoon
Soft stretch, “hips & twist” or we could call it Lotta’s kind of “ashtanga-yin”
Imagine you go to a yin class but you recognise the poses from the Ashtanga sequence - it will be a mix of standing poses to seated and maybe some poses from intermediate series too, in a slow flow.
Lotta’s special ‘ashtanga-yin’ session
We will take familiar postures from the ashtanga sequences and use them in a more passive, softer way with slightly longer holds to help to relax and open the body.
18.00 - 19.00 -Dinner
Saturday:
07.00 - 09.00 - Ashtanga yoga Mysore style
Ashtanga practice in the traditional method of self practice. You will be fully supported no matter where your are on your journey of Ashtanga - everyone is welcome, beginners through to seasoned Ashtangis
09.00 - 10.00 - Breakfast
11.00 - 13.00 - Workshop Backbends
We will begin to explore your natural potential for backbends with safety, support and fun!
The secrets of backbends are available to you through natural alignment techniques and relevant stretches to create openness in the front body.
The dynamic movement mechanics of bending your spine are the key to keep your spine strong and flexible !
13.00 - 14.00 - Lunch
16.00-17.30 - Workshop - Core and shoulder strength and stretch
18.00 - 19.00 - Dinner
Sunday:
07.00 - 09.00 - Ashtanga yoga Mysore style
09.00 - 10.00 - Breakfast
11.00 - 13.00 - Workshop - Just Handstands
Short warmup for shoulders, wrists with some awakening of the core, followed by pure handstand practice. This workshop is suitable for all levels so if you’re an absolute beginner, lets get you kicking up and balancing on your hands, for those already confident on their hands, we’ll look at alignment and skills to take you to the stage in your handstand journey.
Let’s see the world upside down.
13.00 - 14.00 - Lunch and good byes
Your Investment
Nøsen offers a range of accommodation options to suit different comfort levels and budgets.
Earlybirds prices starts from 5 770,00 NOK until 1 February 2027
Included
Accommodation
Three delicious vegetarian meals per day
Retreat program
Available at an Additional Cost
Additional services can be booked directly when registering or through reception. Specific times must be arranged via post@nosenyoga.no or with reception at least 24 hours prior to arrival.
Transportation to/from Gol or Fagernes
Access to the sauna/spa area
About Nøsen Yoga og Fjellhotell
Nøsen Yoga og Fjellhotell is a mountain retreat center in the heart of Valdres, Norway, surrounded by breathtaking nature and peaceful hiking trails. We host yoga retreats, workshops, and events year-round, offering guests a chance to slow down, connect with themselves, and enjoy nourishing vegetarian meals in a warm and welcoming community.
About BITR – 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.