Iceland 2026
The Resilience Reset
Life can get really busy, and everyday demands can quickly take over and wear us out. Throw in a couple of big life changes or challenges, and you have the perfect storm that can make us vulnerable to burnout and breakdowns.
The Resilience Reset offers you a chance to slow down, check in and return to yourself at the end of the year. Our five days together are a carefully curated mix of mindfulness and movement practices, coaching - both in workshop and individual settings - and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
All set in the magical landscape of the Icelandic winter. With only a handful of daylight hours, this is the perfect location to get cosy and turn inwards. Read more below for information on accommodation, schedule and what is included in your retreat experience.
Dates: Friday 11th - Wednesday 16th December, 2026
Location
We will be staying in a beautifully restored 1915 villa that features original wooden floors and incredible communal spaces for dining, yoga or just sitting with a cup of tea.
It is perfectly located in the heart of Reykjavík, only a few minutes away from local sights, amenities and some of our activities.
Accommodation
The house offers both private and shared room options, which you can select during the booking process. All rooms feature typical clean Nordic design and are fully equipped with premium bedding and towels.
You will have access to 3.5 bathrooms, equipped with a total of four showers, hair dryers, essential toiletries, and vanity mirrors.
There are laundry facilities and high-speed WIFI available.
Yoga
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Each day, including arrival and departure, will offer at least one movement practice, and some days will allow for two. These sessions will range from energising flows to restorative yin, and will be carefully designed and curated based on the day's schedule and our other activities.
Travel mats and some other equipment will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own!
Coaching & Intention Setting
On our first full day together, you will have the opportunity to check in with your own resilience levels in a workshop designed not just to inform, but to give you actionable tools and frameworks to build and maintain your own resilience toolbox. A 1:1 coaching session with Kat further supports the insights you take away from this session during the retreat.
On our last evening, as we prepare to return to our lives and close out the year, we will come together for an intention-setting ceremony to guide us on our paths over the coming months.
Excursions
Iceland is a dream destination for many and offers unique experiences. Included in your retreat schedule will be an afternoon trip to one of the hot springs the country is famous for, complete with a traditional Icelandic bathing ritual to nourish your resilience journey and cleanse away any energy that no longer serves ahead of our intention setting.
We will also have time to wander across the Christmas market to enjoy the festive atmosphere and shop for local gifts and souvenirs.
The retreat schedule allows free time to wander the streets of Reykjavik at your leisure. There will also be one half-day available for another excursion, such as a Golden Circle tour, if you wish to book one. I can help with finding suitable options.
Meals
We believe that food is one of the most wonderful ways to experience both other cultures and special moments. With this in mind, the retreat includes not just nourishing breakfasts and snacks prepared from the Balancing Akt recipe library, but also features communal dinners at the house and other locations that offer opportunities to taste Icelandic cuisine.
And one night we'll be heading out to the local Christmas market to have dinner al fresco!
What's included?
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5 nights in a beautifully restored villa in Reykjavik city centre
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Seven movement and meditation practices
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Group workshop & one personal 1:1 coaching session
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Intention setting ritual
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One trip to a hot spring lagoon with traditional bathing ritual
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Nourishing breakfast each morning
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Four dinners, either at home or at carefully selected local restaurants featuring seasonal produce & delicacies
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Healthy snacks and tea selection throughout the day
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Transport for activities included in the schedule
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Yoga equipment
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Goodie bag
What's not included:
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Flights
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Transfers (though we can help arrange these)
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Dinner at the Christmas market and any other meals out of the house
Sample Schedule
Friday (Arrival)
4:00 pm pm
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
7:15 pm
Saturday
8:00 am - 9:15 am
9:30 am - 10:15 am
10:15 am - 11:30 am
11:30 am - 2:30 pm
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
5:00 pm
Arrival
Opening Circle
Slow stretch & Yin
Group Dinner
Energising Flow & Meditation
Breakfast
Free time
Resilience workshop
Individual coaching or free time
Christmas market
Sunday
8:00 am - 9:15 am
9:30 am - 10:15 am
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
12:00 pm onwards
Wednesday (Departure)
7:30 am - 8:45 am
9:00 am - 9:30 am
10:00 am
Slow flow
Breakfast
Individual coaching or free time
Time for excursion
Slow flow with Closing Circle
Breakfast
Check out
The final schedule is subject to change and dependent on the number of participants and who joins as we try to tailor the programme as much as possible to the requests of the group. The final retreat schedule will be available on or before arrival day.
We reserve the right to make last-minute changes according to weather conditions and group requests.
FAQs
Which airport should I fly to, and how do I get to the house?
The best airport is Keflavik (KEF). We can help arrange transfers (the house is approximately 45 mins from the airport), but the transfer cost is not included in the price. However, if multiple people request transfers around the same time, we should be able to secure better pricing.
How many people are on this retreat?
Depending on the way rooms are booked, there will up to eight guests on this retreat. It's purposely designed to be a smaller group to help us connect deeper.
Can I come if I am a beginner?
ALL are welcome. Some of you will have practiced with Kat before, so you know her style of teaching. If you haven't, rest assured all practices will be open to all levels. Even if you are newer to the practice of yoga, Kat will offer modifications throughout classes.
Can I come alone? I'm nervous
YES COME ALONE! It's a natural question to ask, and so many people are nervous about coming alone to a retreat like this; however, embarking on an experience like this alone can be really transformative, exactly because it is a little scary and you may even make friends for life.
Can I bring my partner and children?
Partners are more than welcome to book onto the retreat if they are willing to fully participate. Children are not allowed.
What do I need to bring? What do I wear?
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It's Iceland in December, so please do dress for the weather and bring warm clothes, coats, gloves, hats and sturdy, comfortable shoes.
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Our classes will be taking place in a heated home, so we suggest you bring layers to accommodate both dynamic and slower, restorative practices.
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The house is equipped with bedding, towels, hairdryers, and basic toiletries, but please do bring anything specific you would like to be comfortable.
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We recommend you bring your favourite journal and pen as well as anything else that makes you feel at home and supports your spiritual wellbeing.
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And don't forget any medications you need!
Do I need travel insurance? Is the retreat refundable?
We strongly recommend you book travel insurance including cancellation cover for your trip. Iceland's weather can be unpredictable and travel can be impacted especially in winter months.
The deposit is non-refundable once paid. If you need to cancel your participation after booking, please reach out to us to discuss transfer or refund options. No cancellations are possible within 30 days of the retreat start.