From 7-14 March 2026, the first longer retreat was held in Sweden − a collaboration between the Swedish association, DNBF and Samita ASBL − and the choice fell on Finnhamn and a center owned by the Swedish Trekking Association. Venerable Vimala and Venerable Nitho were the instructors.

Early spring in April in the archipelago, some ice floes on the sea, but nice weather and fantastic opportunities for walks around the island. The focus of the teaching was basic meditation, mindfulness, cognitive distortion (vipalasa), the obstacles, loving-kindness and as well as deeper stages of meditation and wisdom. As well as lots of nice evenings with questions and answers, guided meditation and private guidance.

We are planning a new retreat at Finnhamn next year :)