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Riina Laitinen

About

I am an adventurer at heart, a calm nature lover and a humble student who loves sports and wellbeing and spending time in nature especially in Lapland and central European Alps.

I have a background in competitive sports, xc-skiing and ice hockey and love freeride skiing & ...
I am an adventurer at heart, a calm nature lover and a humble student who loves sports and wellbeing and spending time in nature especially in Lapland and central European Alps.

I have a background in competitive sports, xc-skiing and ice hockey and love freeride skiing & snowboarding.
To balance these extremes I have slowly shifted to more gentle ways of moving, such as yoga and surfing.

Throughout the years I have developed an interest in correcting the imbalance in the physical, psychological and emotional body created by past trauma, sports performance and everyday life through regular practise of yoga. Through continuous study of Yoga & Sports Medicine today, I am educating myself deeper and deeper in this field to offer you the best tools available in reshaping your life.

I love sharing & holding space for and with people to connect and inspire others to tune into the universal energies, sound & vibration surrounding us all and offer Retreats in magical Finnish Lapland built around these themes.

I truly hope we can share a part of this journey and knowledge together on our Retreats or classes and am looking forward to meeting you!
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This 60min Yin Yoga class is ment for everyone, regardless of your previous yoga background. It will energize, relax & recharge both the body & mind and either boost your morning or calm you down in the evening. You will need a bolster/pillows for the class. Use your ...
This 60min Yin Yoga class is ment for everyone, regardless of your previous yoga background. It will energize, relax & recharge both the body & mind and either boost your morning or calm you down in the evening.

You will need a bolster/pillows for the class.
Use your chosen relaxing playlist on the side to make you truly tune in to that sweet sweet yin energy.
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"By replacing fear of the unknown with curiosity, we open ourselves up to an infinite stream of possibility." - Alan Watts
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Retreat Specialties

We host retreats in one of the cleanest corners of Europe - in Lapland where you're truly surrounded by vast wilderness & deep silence. The seasona here breathtaking - Summer offers 24h daylight through July & June and winter provides us with the most stunning winter wonderland imaginable, spiced up with the magical Northern Lights dancing above us on the night sky. Every part of this retreat will invigorate your body and relax your mind taking you to a state of profound relaxation as well as renew your creativity and passion for life.

Teaching Specialties

I find it hard to speak of myself so here's a few testimonials from my students: "An attentive teacher who is gentle and at the same time rigorous. She conveys her passion with beauty and sincerity, and shows us the way deep to ourselves." "Very welcoming, calming, and laid-back. She’s an incredibly knowledgeable and wise teacher who reads the room and adjusts her classes accordingly. I was very grateful for her open mind and an open heart, as it allowed me to feel completely relaxed during the whole retreat." "Her approach is encouraging you to ensure you feel your body first rather than doing too much. I always find the yoga practice equally energizing as well as relaxing."

What are your favorite Retreat Venues around the world

Villa La Pena in Tarifa, Spain - Stunning views over to Africa from the most Southern point of Europe. Peacefull Villa with a huge garden, lovely atmosphere and delicious meals. Close to the beach of Tarifa but high on the mountain to see the stunning sunsets over the sea. Chalet Skabma in Saariselkä, Finland - This truly unique log chalet is located at the heart of deepest Lapland, winter wonderland & land of never ending sun in the summer. It holds a special energy and detaches one completely from the hussle and stress of normal life. Bespoke destination with the most welcoming Chalet hosts and delicious, local food.

What's your personal definition of what it means to thrive?

To be in full balance both mentally, physically & psychologically. In tune with ones own energy and through that feel deep emotions of happiness, contentment and gratitude towards life. To feel deep connection to the oneness that inhabits us all.

Who do you look up to ? Who has helped you the most along your teacher / retreat leader journey?

My yoga & meditation teacher Dr Alv Kumar who shares the undiluted wisdom and variety of yoga and it's ancient practices. He teaches with deepest knowledge, compassion and unconditional love and is one of the purest beings one has ever come across with. A truly selfless guru who has dedicated his life to sharing the wisdom he has learned from India & Tibet combined with his knowledge in the field of biochemistry, physics and molecular biology. Also Mona Abter whos welcoming, heartful way of approaching yoga & life is ever inspiring, encouraging and ensuring. She is gentle but fierce, firm yet soft in her way of guiding us to the world of Yin & Yang combined with Ayurvedic practices.

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