Silence Retreat with Jens Fougner
Thu, Feb 27
|Opaker Gård
Escape to Opaker Gård for a transformative weekend in nature, where silence becomes a tool for self-discovery. Surrounded by forests and wildlife, immerse yourself in guided meditation, yoga, and time for personal reflection.
Time & Location
Feb 27, 2025, 2:00 PM GMT+1 – Mar 02, 2025, 3:00 PM GMT+1
Opaker Gård, Opaker 58, 2260 Kirkenær, Norway
About the event
Find Silence and Reconnect with Nature at Opaker Gård
Escape into the serene beauty of Opaker Gård, located 1.5 hours from Oslo, nestled in a cultural landscape surrounded by forests and wildlife. This retreat offers a unique opportunity to experience profound silence amidst nature, with no phones, reading materials, or external communication.
For three days, you will immerse yourself in guided meditation, simple yoga, and an introduction to various meditation techniques. The retreat is designed for those seeking a break from everyday distractions to simply be—a challenge that can be deeply rewarding.
What to Expect:
Guided Meditation & Yoga: No prior experience necessary. You’ll be guided by Jens Fougner, a meditation and yoga expert, who offers personal follow-up sessions.
Peaceful Environment: Surrounded by nature, you’ll have the freedom to rest, explore the forest, or relax.
Delicious Vegetarian Meals: Sustainably sourced, organic, and nourishing meals to support your retreat experience.
Detailed Program:
Thursday Evening
17:00-19:00 – Arrival, information meeting, and supper. We enter silence.
Friday
07:30 – Bell rings to wake up
08:00-09:30 – Yoga and meditation
09:30-11:00 – Breakfast and break
11:00-13:00 – Brief introduction to meditation
13:00-16:00 – Lunch and break
16:00-18:30 – Meditation and lecture
18:30-20:00 – Dinner and break
20:00-21:30 – Yoga and meditation
Saturday
06:30 – Bell rings
07:00-09:30 – Yoga and meditation
09:30-10:30 – Breakfast and break
10:30-13:30 – Meditation and lecture
13:30-16:30 – Lunch and break
16:30-18:30 – Meditation and lecture
18:30-20:00 – Dinner and break
20:00-21:30 – Yoga and meditation
Sunday
06:30 – Bell rings
07:00-10:00 – Yoga and meditation
10:00-11:00 – Breakfast
11:00-13:00 – Meditation and sharing
13:00-14:00 – Lunch
14:00-15:00 – Packing and departure
Accommodation & Pricing:
Earlybird Prices (book by 15 January):
Triple Room: NOK 5,300
Double Room: NOK 5,900
Single Room: NOK 7,100
Regular Prices:
Triple Room: NOK 5,800
Double Room: NOK 6,400
Single Room: NOK 7,600
Prices include accommodation, meals, and private meditative guidance but exclude transport.
How to Enroll:
Contact Oda at oda@opaker.no to book your spot, or RSPV below. If you have any dietary restrictions or allergies, let us know in advance.
Important Notes:
Transport from Oslo can be arranged for NOK 200 each way.
Bring your own yoga mat and comfortable clothes. You can rent bed linen and towels for NOK 200.
For questions about the retreat, contact Jens at jens.fougner@gmail.com.
We look forward to welcoming you to a transformative weekend of peace, presence, and reflection.