Urban Zen
-A Day of City, Stars & Stillness
"Where the city's heartbeat meets the soul's quiet retreat."
Event Overview:
"Urban Zen" offers a rare opportunity to escape the chaos of city life without leaving the city. It's a sanctuary of serenity where the fast-paced energy of urban life converges with deep spiritual reflection.This immersive retreat combines astrology, yoga, and cultural delights from the Orient, offering participants a space to connect inwardly while embracing the vibrant pulse of the city around them.
Bask in the glow of flickering city lights as you're guided through a rejuvenating journey. Experience yoga flows, astrology readings beneath the stars, and communal spaces for soulful conversations.The evening peaks with the OrienTea Bazaar, where you can explore exotic foods, handcrafted goods, and sensory delights from distant lands—helping you rediscover your inner compass through the rich textures, tastes, and stories woven into the event.The OrienTea Bazaar, a playful spin on the word orient, symbolizes the journey of aligning oneself—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—amidst the urban landscape, all while sipping on a cup of tea.
Program Overview:
3:00 PM – Welcome & Urban Yin Flow
The event begins with a grounding yin flow, designed to help you reconnect with your heart and body as the city bustles around you.
This gentle practice transitions into dynamic movements, blending stillness and guided meditation.
-By Gry Anine Strøm.
4:30 PM – OrienTea Bazaar & Dinner: A Culinary and Sensory Journey
Explore the OrienTea Bazaar, where ancient traditions meet modern indulgences. Handcrafted goods and spiritual tools will be available, alongside a Middle Eastern-inspired dinner:
-Bejeweled rice
-Kurdish oven-baked chicken
-Caramelized vegetables infused with fragrant spices
-Turkish delights and honey-soaked baklava
6:30 PM – Astrology Under the Sun: Mini-Workshops
This workshop will offer insights into how city life interacts with your birth chart and celestial movements, teaching you how to use astrology as a tool for orientation in the often-chaotic energy of urban living.
We will also explore how, as women, we hold natural principles within our bodies and cycles, offering a deep creative power and medicine that allows us to heal, nurture, and hold the spaces we exist in. Through this connection, we not only receive from the space but actively hold it as well, contributing to the collective energy of the urban landscape.
-By Awat Sarzali
8:00 PM – Firetalks & Journaling
Gather around the fire for a reflective "purge and release" session, exploring the importance of becoming conscious of the energy we bring into our daily lives and communal spaces. We'll discuss how the choices we make and where we focus our energy can lead to a more purpose-driven life, inviting more of our authentic selves into the world. Afterward, a guided journaling session will help you reflect on what to release and what to invite in, gaining clarity on how to live with greater intention and impact.
9:00 PM – Elemental Dance
To close the evening, engage in the Elemental Dance, moving to the energy of earth, air, fire, or water. The dance is paired with a soothing live DJ, helping you feel deeply connected to yourself and your surroundings.
Investment: Nok 850,- including yoga, food, tea, astro and journal session.
Book this event by sending an email containing name, number of people attending and mobile number in the link below.
Why This Event?
"Urban Zen" is designed for anyone looking to find balance between the demands of city life and the need for spiritual peace. Whether you're seeking indulgence, wellness, or community, this event offers a unique blend of all three. For those coming from the countryside, it's an invitation to experience city life in a more intimate and tranquil way—without being overwhelmed. For urban dwellers, it's a chance to reconnect with yourself and others in a nurturing environment."