Feel Lifted, Free & Fabulous: A Finnish Retreat Like No Other

“Finnish Method Putkisto, A life-changing method!” – Newby Hands, Harper’s Bazaar

You’ll leave Finland taller, stronger, freer — and ready to step into autumn feeling like the best version of yourself.

Project You! Summer Retreat in Finland for Body, Mind & Face from Sunday 20th – till Friday 25th July 2025 at Vanajanlinna, Finland

If you’re longing to feel better in your body, clearer in your mind, and more radiant in your face — this is the moment to say yes to yourself.

July 20th - 25th join us at the stunning Vanajanlinna estate in the heart of Finland for our beloved Project You, a wellbeing break, holiday and retreat.  Surrounded by magical summer light, pure air, and a crystal-clear lake, this is your chance to truly reconnect with yourself. 

We invite you to slow down, breathe deeply, and experience what’s possible when your body is strong, your face is lifted, and your mind is at peace. Summer Retreat — a five-day immersion in the Method Putkisto way of living and moving. 

Your Body Knows the Way Home - From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel it: the calm, the joy, the shift. This isn’t just a retreat — it’s a transformation. Through our unique combination of Face & Body techniques, core training, and Nordic Walking, you’ll rediscover how good it feels to move well and live in a body that truly supports you.

You’ll be guided with warmth and precision by Marja Putkisto, founder of the Method, and her team of expert instructors. Whether you’re a complete beginner or already familiar with the method, you’ll be supported, seen, and gently challenged to grow.  We take wellbeing and practise seriously — but we never forget to laugh. There’s a joy in this work, and you’ll feel it from the very first day.

“It’s not just what you do here… it’s how you feel long after.” This explains why This Retreat Has Been a Summer Highlight for 28 Years.  Each year, so many of us return to this retreat — and bring friends with them. The results are undeniable. After just a few days, aches and stiffness begin to melt away. Your back feels lighter, your hips freer, your concentration sharper, and your face — brighter. Many notice fewer headaches, better sleep, and improved immunity. And deeper still, something even more powerful begins to awaken: your confidence, your clarity, your connection to self.

 You won’t just feel better — you’ll understand your body in a whole new way.

 A Method That Works From the Inside Out. We believe movement is more than exercise — it’s a story your body tells. And when that story is one of grace, strength, and freedom, everything changes. You’ll learn how to:

• Activate deep core muscles for stability and fluidity

• Use breath to release pressure from your joints and improve mobility

• Rejuvenate your face naturally — improving tone, hydration, and expression

• Connect with your vagus nerve, restoring calm and balance to your whole system

• Improve fascia elasticity, posture, and inner strength

Work less to gain more, as you find ease through our “less is more” approach - This is the smart way of letting the Practice Become Your Life. This retreat isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what truly matters — for your body, for your mind, and for your life ahead.

It’s simple and deeply empowering - Because the better you know your body, the more confident you become — in movement, in choices, and in life. The quality of your life improves when you move with awareness, breathe with intention, and honour your body’s needs. Old habits gently fall away. New energy takes root.

Welcome to the Body, Mind Break That Changes Everything

Come alone or bring a friend. New faces are always welcomed with open arms, and unforgettable friendships are made in the most unexpected moments.

This is your time. Project You.

Book your place now here!

© Method Putkisto