Pirts Spirit – Latvian Bathing Ritual Part 1: Birch

22 Nov - 23 Nov

Pirts Spirit – Latvian Bathing Ritual Part 1: Birch

Level 1: Air – Relaxing & Grounding Group Experience

• Price: 4800 NOK
  Maximum number of participants: 8 people
  Instructor: Linn Sandbæk
• Price: 4800 NOK
  For questions: lsandbek@outlook.com

Description:
Join a unique journey through the Latvian Pirts tradition, where nature meets presence, warmth, and deep relaxation in a sensory sauna experience. This first course in Pirts Spirit Group Education is associated with the element of air and symbolizes renewal, clarity, and a peaceful return to oneself.

Over two intensive course days, you will learn to perform a 25-minute Pirts Spirit Air experience for groups of up to 8 guests in the sauna. The course provides you with fundamental knowledge and practical skills in using birch, eucalyptus, ladles, steam, natural elements, and safe guidance of guests.

The course is suitable for sauna masters, Aufguss masters, and others who want to create more grounding, sensory, and nature-inspired group experiences in their wellness environment.

What will you learn?

• The basic principles of the Latvian Pirts tradition
• How to work with the element of air as a theme in the ritual
• Use of birch and eucalyptus in sauna experiences
• How to work with ladles, steam, heat, and presence
• How to conduct a 25-minute Pirts Spirit Air group experience
• Creating safe openings and closures in the ritual
• How to build trust, calmness, and security for the guests
• How to use natural elements to create a holistic experience
• How to develop your own confidence and presence as a ritual leader

Practical part:
During the course, we will work practically with ladle techniques, steam, rhythm, presence, and building a group experience. You will learn how birch and eucalyptus can be used to create a relaxing, grounding, and cleansing atmosphere in the sauna.

The course also allows room for personal development and a deeper connection with nature's healing power. The goal is for you to be able to create rituals with both structure, safety, and heart.

After the course, you will have the knowledge and skills you need to lead a Pirts-inspired group experience, rooted in nature, tradition, and sensory presence.

What you should bring:
Bathrobe, towels, swimwear, possibly your own peshtemal or kilt, and a notebook if desired.

Included in the price:
Course materials, practical training, guidance, coffee/tea/water during the course, lunch both days, and entry to the spa/wellness area both days.