PRANA & PRESENCE
DECEMBER 2026
A Retreat into the Essence of You
By Marie-Louise Stroyberg & Isa Raim
Prana is the lifeforce that permeates everything – the subtle current of energy that moves through us and connects us to all of life. In this retreat we journey into the depths of that current, exploring how to root ourselves in presence and stand stronger through life’s ever-changing tides.
Together we will move through:
✨ Asana – physical postures that open the body and refine awareness
✨ Pranayama – subtle practices of breath control to awaken and balance energy
✨ Breathwork ceremonies – deep journeys into the power of the breath
✨ Rituals & celestial ceremonies – sacred spaces for connection and renewal
This is more than a retreat – it is an invitation to meet your essence, to listen deeply, and to embody the flow of prana as presence. Through yoga, breath, and ceremony we will cultivate clarity, resilience, and alignment with the lifeforce within.
TWIN ROOM: 2000 EUR /per person
SINGLE ROOM: 2200 EUR
The Yoga Teachings
Rooted in the lineage of Krishnamacharya and based on the ancient wisdom of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Marie-Louise teaches a dynamic and diverse style of yoga—ranging from ecstatic Vinyasa to floaty slow flows and nourishing restorative practices.
Influenced and trained by renowned international teachers, Marie-Louise is best known for her signature class—Awakened Flow—a creative, alignment-based, breath-focused, and intelligent flow that guides students into deep states of flow.
Her classes often weave in yogic philosophy, meditation, and mindfulness, especially in her slow flow and restorative sessions. With a strong focus on alignment, she is known for her hands-on approach, offering supportive guiding assists to help students explore and deepen their postures. At retreats, she integrates sacred rituals and ceremonies, creating an immersive and holistic experience.
Passionate about making yogic philosophy accessible, Marie-Louise conveys these teachings in a way that is both pragmatic and deeply transformative, empowering students to integrate yoga into their daily lives. For her, yoga is not just a practice—it is a spiritual path designed to cultivate mental, emotional, and energetic freedom.
The Retreat Space & Neighborhood
Nirbana Retreat is a a Sanctuary of luxury and transformation. Nestled on a serene inland island surrounded by protected mangroves, Nirbana Retreat is a unique haven on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast. Just minutes from Ahangama’s golden beaches and vibrant surf culture, it offers the perfect blend of seclusion and connection.
Here, luxury meets nature: tranquil yoga shalas, lush tropical gardens, elegant pools, and attentive service create an atmosphere designed for rest and renewal. Step outside and discover Ahangama’s creative cafés, artisan scene, and world-class waves, or simply sink into the peaceful rhythm of island life.
At Nirbana, every moment invites you to slow down, reconnect, and awaken.
Accomodation
Stay at Sri Yoga Shala’s hotel right next to the yoga studio and cafe. All rooms have ensuite bathrooms.
TWIN BEDRROM: 1600 USD
SINGLE ROOM: 2000 USD
What’s included:
What’s included:
❖ 6 days of Introspection at a stunning retreat spot
❖ 10 Immersive Vinyasa Yoga Practices + Pranayama
❖ 12 Meditations sessions
❖ 1 x Yoga Alignment Workshop
❖ 1 x Deep Chakra Awakening Workshop
❖ 1 x Bandha & Pranayama Workshop
❖ 1 x Full Moon Ceremony with Yoga, Ritual & Sound Bath
❖ Deep Rest w/ Sound Bath
❖ Relaxation & Pool time
❖ Vegetarian & Vegan Meals: Brunch and Evening
❖ Fruit and bliss-balls available in between bigger meals
❖ Water and herbal teas available 24 hours
❖ Wijaya Beach 10 min. away. - you can swim with turtles here
❖ Towels/Sheets/Duvet/Pillow covers
What’s not included:
❖ Flights to Sri Lanka
❖ Airport transfers (70 EUR ) - 2 hour drive.
❖ Ayurvedic & Massage Treatments
❖ Breakfast & lunch on arrival day
❖ Lunch and dinner on leaving day
❖ Excursions outside of the retreat schedule
❖ Surf lessons
❖ Tourist visa: 45 EUR. Book online. It takes 5 minutes.
❖Travel insurance
Practical info
Arrival: Saturday Nov. 21 Check-in: 2 pm
Departure Saturday Nov. 28 Check-out: 12 pm
Food
Following the principles of Ahimsa (non harming) all meals will be vegetarian with vegan options. There are two major meals - breakfast & dinner. There will be coffee & tea available all day along with mid day snacks.
PRICES
TWIN ROOM TOTAL $ 1600
SINGLE ROOM: $2000
CANCELLATION POLICY:
100% deposit refund ex. deposit: six months before the retreat start date
50% deposit refund ex deposit: three months before the retreat start date
0% deposit refund: 60 days before the retreat start date
MARIE-LOUISE STRØYBERG
Marie-Louise is a certified E-RYT 500 yoga & meditation teacher with more than 13+ years of teaching experience and 20+ of practicing. Marie-Louise teaches everything from creative vinyasa flows to floaty slow flows and meditative yin to nourishing restorative yoga. She is mostly known for teaching her signature class - the Awakened Flow Class - an alignment based, creative and intelligent sequenced flow style class, sending students into deep states of flow. She is a prenatal and postpartum yoga teacher and a trained BabyOm teacher (yoga with baby). Besides teaching yoga she offers Thai Yoga Massage and 1:1 yoga sessions. She is also the owner of Mind-Your Business - a corporate moving mindfulness concept that brings yoga and breath techniques, meditation and mindfulness to companies in Europe.
She teaches internationally and holds yoga trainings, retreats, workshops and events around the world. Originally from Denmark, she now lives and works in Sri Lanka where she teaches through her online yoga platform - The Awakened Flow Club and at studios on the south coast.
Marie-Louise sees yoga as a deep spiritual practice and is through her teachings dedicated to creating profound eye-opening, mind-body experiences to her students whilst sharing and conveying yogic knowledge and concepts in a concrete and tangible way for people to live authentic and meaningful lives.
IG: @mariestroybergyoga & awaken__retreats
FB: @awakenflowclub
Online: Awakened Flow Club