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7-Day Primal Balance Retreat · Northern Sweden
Primal Balance Retreat
An unforgettable journey to the breathtaking wilderness of Swedish Lapland for a once-in-a-lifetime winter adventure.
A small-group, authentic experience combining breathwork, mindset training, cold exposure and TRE® (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises). Experience daily movement, meditation, sauna, healthy food cooked on fire, nature and human connection.
Leave modern noise behind for a few days and experience the silence of nature, northern lights, a sky full of stars, and cold, sharp, clean air.
- Dates
- 18–24 January 2027
- Location
- Borgvattnet, Stugun, Sweden
- Duration
- 7 days · 6 nights
- Total price
- €1,599
Is this for me?
You don’t need to love the cold.You don’t need to be extreme.
Would you like to…
- Stay calm when life gets stressful?
- Switch off your mind when there’s nothing left to solve?
- Release accumulated stress instead of carrying it in your body?
- Feel more present, energized and connected?
Then you’re in the right place.
This retreat isn’t about proving how tough you are. Cold is just one of the tools — not the destination.
Every practice is guided, progressive and optional. You don’t need previous experience or exceptional fitness. You just need curiosity and a willingness to explore what you’re capable of.
The goal isn’t to tolerate more suffering.It’s to become more peaceful in the middle of life’s challenges.
And all of that in the beautiful and peaceful surroundings of the Northern Swedish wilderness.
The transformation
Return to your primal balance
Train your body and mind to handle life’s stress without losing your inner peace.
Before the retreat
- Overstimulated
- Always “on”
- Tense
- Disconnected
- Mentally busy
- Drained
- Reactive
- Struggling to recover
After the retreat
- Grounded
- Present
- Calm
- Connected
- Energized
- Resilient
- Responsive
- Restored
You don’t need to escape modern life.You need to rediscover how to live in balance inside it.
Experience the Primal Balance
For five days, the environment itself becomes part of the practice.
Imagine the wild and remote North of Sweden. Deep snow. Freezing cold, sharp and clean air. Silence of nature. A sky full of stars. Northern lights.
And now imagine being in this environment with a group of like-minded people, guided by experienced instructors through a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
Cutting ice in a frozen lake. Wild ice baths. Training your mind and body in ways you never thought possible. Powerful daily breathwork sessions. Swedish sauna traditions. Eating nourishing food cooked over fire and sourced locally where possible.
This is just a glimpse of what the retreat is going to be like.
The retreat experience
7 days of stress release, resilience training and connection.
Cold Exposure
Wild ice baths and controlled cold exposure—practising calm while your body experiences stress.
TRE®
TRE® (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises) to support muscular tension release and regulation.
Meditation
Quiet practices for presence, awareness and a deeper relationship with your internal state.
Movement
Daily practices supporting energy, mobility, embodiment and recovery.
Swedish Sauna
Traditional contrast between deep heat and the cold Swedish landscape.
Nature Immersion
Snowy forests, frozen lakes, silence, fresh air and time away from constant stimulation.
Fire & Food
Nutritious food, shared meals and ingredients sourced locally where possible.
Connection
Small-group experiences, honest conversation, fire circles and a family-like atmosphere.
Authentic Swedish Experience
Back to basics.
Back to Primal Balance.
Stay in a cozy Swedish countryside home surrounded by mystical forests and frozen lakes. Experience a genuine family-like atmosphere and real human connection. Prepare and eat meals together. Help chop wood for the fire, bring water from the well, or feed the chickens. And enjoy free time simply for yourself.
Included
7 Retreat Days
5 full days of guided retreat activities, plus 2 days dedicated to arrival, retreat opening, integration and closing.
6 Nights Accommodation
Shared accommodation at be.human.natural in the Swedish countryside.
All Workshops & Practices
Breathwork, cold exposure, TRE® (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises), meditation, movement, resilience training and integration.
All Activities
Nature experiences, snowshoe hikes, sauna, wild ice bathing, fire experiences and all scheduled retreat activities.
All Food
Three nutritious meals per day throughout the retreat.
Equipment
Equipment required for scheduled retreat activities.
Airport Transfers
Pickup and drop-off from Östersund Airport according to the official retreat schedule.
Location & arrival
be.human.naturalBorgvattnet, Stugun, Sweden
The retreat takes place in a remote area surrounded by frozen lakes, forests and open winter landscape.
Travel to Stockholm and connect to Östersund by domestic flight or train.
Start · Official pickup
Monday, 18 January 202723:00 · Östersund Airport (OSD)End
Sunday, 24 January 2027Official transfer to Östersund AirportInstructors
Guided by people who live the practices.
Filip Krzyzanowski
- Certified Wim Hof Method Instructor
- Certified TRE® Facilitator
- Experience leading workshops and retreats
- Background in nervous system regulation, meditation, breathwork, cold exposure and stress resilience
- Lived experience of burnout, anxiety, chronic fatigue and recovery
Alexander Pohl
- Certified Wim Hof Method Instructor
- Retreat host and organiser
- Experienced with the Northern Sweden location
- Experienced in leading workshops and retreats
The goal is not to push you to extremes. It is to teach you to listen to your body — to know when to push and when to rest and recover. To guide you in safely releasing accumulated tension and building resilience through controlled stress. To reconnect you with your body’s primal intelligence.
Real people.
Real experiences.
Adam Pearce
★★★★★ · Google Review
“Filip has given me one of the most incredible experiences of my life — one that has changed it for the better. The ice bathing and breathwork were excellent, but this was just part of the amazing experience. I seriously cannot believe how much we did, while never feeling like the pace was too much.
Filip is warm, informative and genuinely wants to help his guests. I left with a new zest for life, a new friend and a commitment to return again.”
Mario
★★★★★ · Google Review · Translated from Spanish
“Seven magnificent days in Sweden. Every day we started by activating the body and breathing, followed by different experiences — ice baths in frozen lakes, snowshoe walks through the forest, sauna, homemade food, meditation, fire ceremonies and much more.
Everything was organised and guided by Filip and Alexander, always attentive and putting safety first. You return recharged, with tools for self-control and a real sense of before and after. Even though the temperatures and activities can look intimidating from the outside, everything flows thanks to Filip and Alexander.”
Intentionally small
A small group changes the experience.
The retreat is intentionally limited so participants can receive meaningful guidance and the group can develop genuine connection.
Limited places availableRegistration closes when the participant limit is reached.
Book now — €5007-Day Primal Balance Retreat
Your week in Northern Sweden
- 18–24 January 2027
- 7 days · 6 nights
- 5 full guided programme days
- All food
- All activities
- Airport transfers
Secure your place today€500
- Remaining balance
- €1,099
- Balance due
- Before 1 December 2026
- Total retreat price
- €1,599
Flights and transport to Östersund are not included.
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Book your place today for only €500
Secure your place with a €500 first payment. The remaining €1,099 is due before 1 December 2026.
- €500
- Pay today
- €1,099
- Pay before 1 December 2026
- €1,599
- Total retreat price
Cancellation Policy
- Full refundFor cancellations made at least 30 days before the retreat
- 50% refundFor cancellations made less than 30 days before the retreat, except during the final 48 hours
- No refundFor cancellations made within 48 hours of the retreat
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior experience?
No prior experience is required. This retreat is beginner-friendly and everyone is welcome.
Is this retreat only for those who love extreme cold?
No. We all love warmth. On this retreat, we teach you how the cold can become our warm friend. The idea is not to push ourselves to extremes, but to learn how to remain calm while the body experiences controlled stress from cold temperatures. Cold exposure is also part of a centuries-old Swedish tradition. Although all activities are optional, we encourage participants to experience this tradition in this beautiful setting.
Do I have to participate in every ice bath?
No. Participation remains voluntary and safety-led.
How fit do I need to be?
This retreat is suitable for a wide range of people, and we adapt activities to the participants. That being said, participation requires a basic level of health. As a precaution, we advise against participation during pregnancy or for people with epilepsy. Anyone with cardiovascular issues or another serious health condition should consult an appropriate medical professional before signing up for the retreat.
Will there be free time?
Yes. Between activities there will be free time to relax and connect with yourself. And anytime you feel you need a break, you are free to take one.
What language is the retreat?
English / Spanish.
How do I reach the retreat?
Travel to Östersund, normally via Stockholm, then use the official retreat transfer from Östersund Airport at 23:00 on 18 January 2027.
How does payment work?
Pay €500 today to reserve your place. The remaining €1,099 is due before 1 December 2026. The total retreat price is €1,599.
What should I bring?
Most importantly, bring warm winter clothes and suitable shoes for hiking in snow. The full packing list will be provided after booking.
18–24 January 2027 · 7 days · 6 nights
Return to Primal Balance.
- Cold air.
- Fire.
- Movement.
- Stillness.
- Challenge.
- Recovery.
- Nature.
- Connection.
Seven days to step outside your normal patterns and experience another way of handling life.
Stugun · Northern Sweden€1,599 totalBook today for €500
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