Heartfulness Family Seminar 2026

A week of togetherness, calm, and joy β€” for your whole family, in the heart of Danish nature.

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At the Family Seminar you’ll:

  • 🌳 Spend a full week together in beautiful Danish nature β€” forests, lakes, and peaceful open skies, far away from the noise of everyday life
  • πŸ§˜β€β™€οΈ Enjoy daily group meditations and relaxation sessions β€” with dedicated activities for children so parents can participate freely
  • 🎨 Join workshops and activities designed for all ages β€” toddlers, kids, teenagers, and adults alike
  • 🎢 Share bonfires, live music, communal meals, and long summer evenings with families from across Europe
  • πŸ’› Experience what it feels like to slow down as a family β€” and rediscover each other in a warm, welcoming community

What could be more special than spending a summer week together as a family β€” surrounded by nature, stillness, and a community of open-hearted people of all ages?

Ready for a week of exploration?

Register your family here!

(Open to all ages | Practical Info )

The Atmosphere at the Family Seminar

Think of it as a family reunion with people you haven’t met yet.

  • A warm, inclusive atmosphere where every family is welcomed exactly as they are
  • A chance for children to make new friends from across Europe – and for parents too
  • Dedicated children’s workshops and activities during group meditation times, so no one has to miss out
  • Evenings of bonfires, games, and laughter under the stars – for all ages

 

Discover the Power of Heartfulness

Heartfulness is a simple way of connecting with yourself and others through the heart. It is about pausing for a moment, letting go of distractions, and finding calm inside. With gentle practices of relaxation and meditation, Heartfulness opens the door to clarity, kindness, and balance in daily life.

The Family Seminar is a wonderful way to explore Heartfulness together β€” whether you are already a practitioner, or completely new. No prior experience is needed, and the practices are suitable for the whole family.

What our previous participants have to say:

“I was surprized in the first year we went to Vrads. We played outside from morning to night, and did not even think about screens”

Nico, Netherlands

“It was so nice because we all helped each other always, like when someone fell down we helped them up, and we felt like one big family together!”

Saruna, Germany

Practical Information

Seminar Overview

  • Who is it for: Families with children of all ages β€” and individuals of all ages are also very welcome
  • Dates: 2nd to 8th of August 2026 (suggested arrival & departure ; program from 3rd to 7th)
  • Location: Vrads Sande, Denmark β€” a protected nature area with forests and lakes
  • Max. number of participants: Limited capacity β€” early registration is encouraged. Please register by Jun 15th
  • Food: Simple, organic vegetarian meals β€” cooked with love, suitable for all ages
  • Stay: Shared apartments. Families with small children are given priority placement. Bringing your own tent is also a great option.
  • No prior experience needed: The seminar is beginner-friendly and designed to welcome anyone who is curious
  • Price: €50 per adult per night (food included). Special family rates available β€” see below.
  • Program: Workshops and activities for all ages. Experts from the group and special guests are invited to facilitate sessions that nurture body, mind and heart. A blend of movement and stillness.
  • Theme: “Heart of a Child”

 

What a day looks like

Every day has a gentle rhythm β€” enough structure to guide you, but plenty of space to just be together as a family.

πŸŒ… Morning

  • Gentle yoga or movement session for adults
  • Group meditation β€” with dedicated children’s activities running at the same time
  • Morning gathering β€” the whole community comes together

β˜€οΈ Daytime

  • Workshops for adults: self-discovery, personal growth, sharing circles, and more
  • Parallel workshops for children: creative activities, nature exploration, games, and age-appropriate mindfulness
  • Delicious organic vegetarian meals together
  • Individual meditation sessions available with certified trainers
  • Lake trips, forest walks, and time to simply enjoy nature as a family

πŸŒ™ Evening

  • Bonfire, live music, and communal games for all ages
  • Space to relax, connect, and enjoy the long Danish summer evenings together

SEMINAR FEE
To allow for a smooth registration at Vrads, we request you to please pay for your stay at least one week before
your arrival. Should you need to cancel after this, we will reimburse you without a fee.

The seminar fee for adults is 50 € per night (food included), and we have special fees for families (see table)

 

Bank details for payments from abroad:
Account Name: Foreningen SRCM
IBAN: DK20 3000 0010 6403 34
BIC / SWIFT: DABADKKK
Payment reference: Name of main registrant, Family seminar

Bank details for payments from within Denmark:

Danske Bank, Kontonummer: 1551 10640334
Payment reference: Name of main registrant, Family seminar

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Suggested Contribution
Β 
Adults =>17
Students, Retired, Unemployed
Family (2 adults)
plus 10 € per child
(age 6 to 17)
Children
age 6 to 17
Locals & day visits
(adults)
plus 10 € per child
nights € DKK € DKK € DKK € DKK € DKK
1 50 375 40 300 80 600 10 75 20 150
2 100 750 80 600 160 1200 20 150 40 300
3 150 1125 120 900 240 1800 30 225 60 450
4 200 1500 160 1200 320 2400 40 300 80 600
5 250 1875 200 1500 400 3000 50 375 100 750
6 300 2250 240 1800 480 3600 60 450 120 900
7 350 2625 280 2100 560 4200 70 525 140 1050
8 400 3000 320 2400 640 4800 80 600 160 1200
9 450 3375 360 2700 720 5400 90 675 180 1350
10 500 3750 400 3000 800 6000 100 750 200 1500
11 550 4125 440 3300 880 6600 110 825 220 1650
12 600 4500 480 3600 960 7200 120 900 240 1800
13 650 4875 520 3900 1040 7800 130 975 260 1950
14 700 5250 560 4200 1120 8400 140 1050 280 2100

ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation is in shared apartments, and the capacity is limited. Therefore, to bring your tent might be a
really good option.
Places will be assigned by the reception team, considering the special needs of families with small children,
elderly people, and people with medical concerns.
You can also choose to take care of your own accommodation by camping outside the ashram, local hotels, B&Bs
and hostels. See List.

LIFE AT THE VRADS SANDE ASHRAM DURING THE SEMINAR
Meditations, activities, meals, etc. take place at Vrads Sande Ashram. Meals are simple, and all food is vegetarian
and often vegan.
All activities and the daily running of the Ashram are based on volunteer work. We request all of you to
participate in the volunteer work that is necessary for the smooth running of a seminar like this.
It is the responsibility of parents to look after their children and not leave them unattended at any time.
We ask you to respect social media etiquette and restrain from posting photos and videos of other Ashram
visitors without their permission.
Please note, that pets are not allowed at the Ashram.
At the end of your stay, please clean the apartment thoroughly, so that you leave it for the next guest in the same
condition you would like to find it yourself.

PRACTICAL TIPS
Only a limited number of duvets and blankets are available at the ashram (10 € rental fee). Therefore, if possible,
please bring your own sleeping bags, quilts or blankets, as well as bedding and towels.
The use of the laundry is reserved for Ashram use. Please use the guest washing machine in the main house
basement and share the machine with other visitors whenever possible. The fee is 4 € for the washing machine,
and 6 € for the dryer.
Danish summers can be quite capricious. Rain clothes, warm clothes, umbrellas, a torch, sun protection and
mosquito repellents may be some useful items to bring.

TRAVEL TO VRADS SANDE

Please arrange your travel all the way to the Ashram!
Sometimes a rental car is a very cost-effective option, when booked from your home country and well in advance. See details here.

You can find more information about your travel to Vrads here.

HEALTH / TRAVEL INSURANCE
Please ensure that you are covered by a European health or travel insurance, as medical treatment in Denmark
can be expensive.

VISA FOR DENMARK
From some countries it is necessary to have a visa to Denmark. The complete list can be found at here.
If you need a visa, please apply as soon as possible.Β 

Registration is Open for Everyone!

This family retreat is for anyone who would love to share a week of calm, community, and connection with the people they love most.

If you are looking for a meaningful, joyful summer week that the whole family will remember – this is your chance.

Register Now

We can’t wait to welcome your family to Vrads Sande – an experience that will stay in your hearts long after you return home.

Warm wishes,
The Heartfulness Family Seminar Team

If you have any questions, then please contact us at: vrads@srcm.org