The beautiful Yöveden Ateljeekoti in Ristiina invites inner mountain conquerors for the sixth time! Come explore your dreams and connect with your body and mind in a pleasant group, by the summery shores of Lake Saimaa. On this course, there's no need for performance – relaxation is allowed, even encouraged.
Incredible, but it’s already the sixth summer that the "Conquer Your Inner Mountain™" writing workshop is being held at Yöveden Ateljeekoti! Just like last summer, the writing workshop will be a three-night adventure into self-discovery. In this relaxed workshop, through various literature-therapeutic exercises, we will explore new facets and strengths within ourselves, uncover insights, dreams, and desires – maybe even those we didn't know we had.
"Thank you so much for the enriching workshop. Its strength lay in how it was based on your own experiences. It wasn't a series of isolated exercises, but the path was clear throughout."
"Thank you first and foremost for the wonderful course, to you and Katja. I went there very excited, looking forward to new experiences, new landscapes, and new people. Everything came true beautifully, and I left with plenty to think about."
"The course was well-structured, gently guiding us towards setting the goal of our mountain with time and exercises. I doubt I would have reached my mountain on the first day."
No prior writing experience is required – just the courage to explore what appears on paper.
In the peaceful atmosphere surrounded by art, you'll be able to focus on yourself and your well-being, as in between writing sessions, you’ll enjoy delicious meals prepared by the hostess and artist Katja Antinoff. The stunning surroundings, where art is present everywhere, will nourish the mind. In the evening, the over 160-year-old sauna will soothe your body, and you might even dip into the summer waters of Yövesi. If the weather allows, we will take a boat trip to the Astuvansalmi rock paintings to explore the messages left by our ancestors thousands of years ago. On Wednesday evening, we will enjoy a festive dinner together. Welcome to the journey to the peak of your inner mountain!
"The setting was a perfect hit in the glow of midsummer. The environment was really lovely and nourished the inner work."
Course Dates:Mon, June 30th: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Tue, July 1st: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wed, July 2nd: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (followed by a festive dinner at 7:00 PM) Thu, July 3rd: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM: ma 7.7 – to 10.7.2025
Course Fee: €380, which includes the program, lunch, dinner, and VAT. Note: Yöveden Ateljeekoti courses can also be paid with ePass! If you wish to pay by invoice, please contact Katja directly at ateljeekoti@katjaantonoff.net. 380 € sisältää kurssiohjelman, lounaan ja päivällisen (sekä alvin). Huom! Yöveden Ateljeekodin kurssit voit maksaa myös ePassilla! Mikäli haluat maksaa laskulla, ole yhteydessä suoraan Katjaan: ateljeekoti@katjaantonoff.net.
Accommodation (1–2 persons): €40–60 per night, including breakfast, evening snack, and sauna (and VAT). For overnight guests, the over 160-year-old lakeside sauna is available, as well as breakfast.
Questions? For questions or requests related to the course content, please contact Sari at kurssit@sarikortesoja.fi or call 040 585 3191.
Katjalle kysymykset ilmoittautumiseen, majoitukseen ja ruokailuun liittyen: ateljeekoti@katjaantonoff.net tai puhelimitse 040 578 4003/Katja Antonoff
Please send a brief introduction of yourself by June 24th to kurssit@sarikortesoja.fi, including your background, questions, or thoughts you are currently contemplating, and what you’re seeking answers to. This helps us consider the needs of each participant. Feel free to reach out with any questions related to the course. If you're unsure whether this course is right for you, don’t hesitate to contact us ❤️ kurssit@sarikortesoja.fi: hieman taustaasi, millaisia kysymyksiä ja ajatuksia pyörii mielessäsi tällä hetkellä, mihin etsit vastausta… . Tämä auttaa huomioimaan jokaisen osallistujan tarpeet. Vastaan myös mielelläni kysymyksiisi kurssiin liittyen. Jos pohdit, onko kurssi sinulle sopiva, niin ole rohkeasti yhteydessä ❤️
Note! If you're arriving by public transport, transportation from Ristiina to Ateljeekoti will be arranged. 🙂 Please inform Katja or Sari about your transportation needs.
Preliminary Schedule:
Ma
klo 16–17 saapuminen ja majoitus, tarjolla kahvia/teetä, kasvispiirakkaa, -pitsaa tms.
klo 17–19 paikkaan, toisiimme ja ohjelmaan tutustuminen, vuorenvalloitus alkuun
klo 19 alkaen sauna, iltapala, yökyöpeleille kirjoitustehtävä
Ti
Thu, July 3rd:8:30 AM - 10:00 AM: Breakfast, morning writing task for early risers
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Writing workshop
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch and coffee
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Writing workshop and final reflections
klo 10–12.30 kirjoituspaja
klo 12.30 lounas
klo 13.30 veneretki Astuvansalmen kalliomaalauksilla (sään mukaan)
klo 16–17.30 kirjoituspaja jatkuu Ateljeekodissa
klo 17.30 päivällinen
klo 19 alkaen sauna, iltapala, yökyöpeleille kirjoitustehtävä
Ke
Thu, July 3rd:8:30 AM - 10:00 AM: Breakfast, morning writing task for early risers
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Writing workshop
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch and coffee
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Writing workshop and final reflections
klo 10–12 kirjoituspaja
klo 12–13 lounas ja kahvi
klo 13–16 kirjoituspaja
klo 16.30–18.30 sauna
klo 19 alkaen juhlaillallinen
To
Thu, July 3rd:8:30 AM - 10:00 AM: Breakfast, morning writing task for early risers
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Writing workshop
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch and coffee
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Writing workshop and final reflections
klo 10–12 kirjoituspaja
klo 12–13 lounas ja kahvi
klo 13–15 kirjoituspaja ja loppufiilistely
Outside of the "official" schedule, you can freely work on your own path, with the option for individual guidance. Early risers and night owls will also have optional writing exercises to support their mountain climbing. It’s also important to simply relax and give time to your own thoughts.
"I also liked the spacious schedule. It brought calmness. Everything fell into place. There was no rush, but everything got done."
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