A 7-Day Immersion into Real Monastic Life
Just one week to live exactly as a monk lives — from 4:30 to 22:00, with full discipline, service, meditation, lectures, and community
Real monastery environment in Sweden
Daily meditation, kiirtan, and asanas
Service and collective work with monks
Full digital detox and deep reset
Feeling like a part of the community
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You’re a man. And you feel your life is meant for something deeper… but you don’t know what that is
02
You’re tired of noise, stress, money, and endless chasing success because still feel empty inside
03
You want clarity about your mission and need real guidance & structure
04
You thought about monastic life and want to understand whether monastic life is truly your path
Do you recognize yourself in these points?
What a Day Might Look Like
4:30
Wake Up
5:00
Kiirtan & Meditation
6:00
Asana Class
8:00
Kiirtan & Meditation
9:00
Breakfast
10:00
Class
12:00
Kiirtan & Meditation
13:30
Lunch
14:30
Walking
15:00
Class
18:00
Kiirtan & Meditation
19:30
Dinner
21:30
Kiirtan & Meditation
22:00
Sleep
Accommodation
You'll stay in simple shared rooms with up to 6 people. Men are accommodated separately to support focus and inner work.
You’ll live in guest houses on the monastery grounds — the same conditions as the monks who train here.
What’s Yoga Monastery?
A place in Ydrefors, Sweden, where monks & nuns have been training since 1976, helping people from all over the world to learn real spiritual practices and principles of harmonious life.
More than 500 monks and nuns have completed our training
How the Previous Training Went (September 2025)
Basic Requirements
01
This training is for men only. If you would like to learn how to become a nun, please leave a request and we will contact those responsible.
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Are 18–30 years old — but there may be exceptions
03
Are in good physical and mental health
04
Are ready for discipline, education, practice and service
Accommodation & Bedding
Included
3 Delicious Vegetarian Meals per Day
Parking
Internet Access
Sauna Access
Lecture Recordings
Post-Program Support
Access to Free Online Classes
Free Pickup & Drop-off from the nearest city if you're coming without a car
Clear, Practical Tools You Can Use at Home — Every Day
Price after the webinar:
(24 hours only)
345€
Regular price:
415€
Only 25 spots · Registration closes when the group is full
Pricing
Pricing & Registration
Reviews from the Previous Training
Frequently Asked Questions
Many people think monkhood means abandoning everything, but there are different levels of commitment. Our program helps you explore the path at your own pace
Yes. Our program allows you to experience monastic principles without any permanent obligations
The practice is spiritual, not religious. People from all backgrounds are welcome — we focus on universal values
No problem! The program is designed for both beginners and experienced seekers. You’ll be guided step by step
Never. This is not about religion — it’s about inner transformation through meditation, discipline, and ancient wisdom. People of all backgrounds are welcome.
Yes — this particular program takes place in a traditional yoga monastery for men. However, women who are sincerely interested in this path are warmly welcome to explore similar retreats and monastic programs designed specifically for women in other locations. We’re happy to recommend trusted options.
Leave a request and live 7 days like a monk
Leave a request and live 7 days like a monk