The Nordisk Sanse RetreaT 4th – 6th February 2026,Denmark
The Nordisk Sanse Retreat: traditional Nordic rituals meet Next Generation Wellbeing
Kurhotel Skodsborg’s winter Nordisk Retreat series returns: with a new collab with Slomo’s Rob da Bank
4th – 6th February 2026; Kurhotel Skodsborg, Denmark
Following the success of its inaugural 2025 edition, Kurhotel Skodsborg announces the return of its acclaimed winter Nordisk Retreat, in collaboration with Slomo from 4th - 6th February 2026.
The Nordisk Sanse Retreat is a transformative three-day journey of contrast therapy, cold water swimming, soundbaths, guided breathwork, yoga, meditation, and Nordic spa rituals. The 2026 iteration of the retreat centres on the Danish term Sanse - awakening the senses – offering a programme of somatic practice and embodied movement designed to encourage mindful connection, full-body presence and restorative renewal. Embracing the stillness of midwinter, The Nordisk Sanse Retreat is an opportunity to slow down, reset and restore balance.
Bringing together leading lights from both the UK and Danish wellbeing sectors, the retreat is hosted by Slomo’s Rob da Bank – DJ, meditation teacher and co-founder of Camp Bestival – alongside Kurhotel Skodsborg’s contrast therapy experts, Bo Berlin and Tania Bill Petersen. Special guests to be announced.
Set against the serene backdrop of Denmark’s pristine coastline, just north of Copenhagen, The Nordisk Sanse Retreat blends ancient Nordic practices with Slomo’s Next Generation Wellbeing: where modern science meets holistic therapy to restore mind, body, and spirit.
Drawing on his background in music, da Bank’s gift for bringing people together through forward-thinking immersive experiences gives this second iteration of The Nordisk Retreat a unique ability to foster genuine collective connection among just 20 guests.
Meanwhile, Danish practitioners Berlin and Bill Petersen draw on the pioneering 19th Century approach of Kurhotel Skodsborg founder Dr Carl Ottosen to anchor the retreat programme in the simple preventative Nordic principles for a healthy life.
Enjoy yoga sessions overlooking the forest, expert-led SaunaGus, Baltic dips and next-generation wellbeing – all underpinned by Kurhotel Skodsborg’s timeless philosophy of balance through light, air, water, movement and rest.
The Nordisk SanseRetreat programme includes:
Slomo Breathwork – a unique curated workshop by Slomo’s Rob da Bank encompassing deeply-energising ecstatic breathwork followed by a beautiful restorative yoga nidra ritual. This breathwork session is specifically created to support and enhance the retreat’s contrast therapy offering. While ecstatic breathwork uplifts and ignites energy and release, yoga nidra offers the perfect counterbalance: a grounding, restorative and deeply calming practice
SaunaGus – Kurhotel Skodsborg’s signature wellness experience by Bo Berlin. An aromatherapy sauna in which a Gusmester uses a swirling towel or fan to infuse the air with pure essential oils giving a mild scent that - combined with the heat - enhances relaxation. Each sauna session ends with a dip in The Sound to juxtapose the extreme heat and push guests’ physical and mental limits
Skodsborg Steam – another form of effective contrast therapy, in which Tania Bill Petersen also weaves in aromatherapy and soundtracking. Taking place in the steam bath, the Gusmester-cum-apothecary leads an ancient whisking ritual using birch and eucalyptus leaves, followed by a bespoke-made exfoliating face and body scrub of rose, lavender, coconut, aloe vera, salt and sugar. Unlike a traditional sauna, the steam bath offers a more humid heat and a lower temperature: the steam eases breathing, improves circulation and amplifies the effect of the exfoliating treatments. As with SaunaGus, the experience ends with a cold dip in The Sound or the spa’s cold plunge
Hot Stretch – a unique and deeply restorative session drawing on principles of Yin Yoga and mindful relaxation, held at a soothing 37°C. In this practice, poses are held for between one and four minutes, allowing muscles, joints and connective tissue to lengthen and release tension. This slow, intentional approach supports both physical and mental wellbeing: enabling greater freedom of movement while balancing the mind and nurturing a sense of calm
A series of Q&A workshops, In Conversation evening drinks and hosted dinners (special guests to be announced)
Optional late-night 60 minute floating soundbath in Kurhotel Skodsborg’s beautifully-lit serene spa
Full access to Kurhotel Skodsborg’s award-winning 100m² spa offering an impressive 16 different cooling and warming experiences, plus access to all fitness classes (must be booked in advance; T&Cs apply)
Two nights in a standard double room
All meals featured in the retreat itinerary including: breakfast, lunch, drinks and dinner
The Nordisk Sanse Retreat starts from £800 per person per room, based on a standard double room. Flights and transfers not included.
