Intro to Sylvotherapy & Forest Therapy: A Beginner’s Workshop

Discover the healing power of nature in this one-day forest therapy workshop. Through a blend of grounded science, aromatherapy, foraging and creative practice, you’ll learn how to guide a sylvotherapy session.

About the Workshop
Join us for a gentle, immersive one-day introduction to Sylvotherapy, also known as Forest Therapy or “Shinrin-Yoku”. Whether you're completely new to the concept or simply curious to deepen your connection with nature, this workshop is a nurturing space to learn, explore, and practice.

In the morning, we’ll meet in a calm, spacious classroom at Howsham Mill, where we’ll cover:

• The history and origins of Shinrin-Yoku
• The science behind forest therapy — including the role of phytoncides, immune and mental health benefits
• A gentle introduction to colour therapy and how the hues of nature support wellbeing
• Aromatherapy basics — how forest aromas can ground and restore
• Foraging knowledge to support a forest tea ceremony

In the afternoon, you’ll move into the woods for a hands-on sylvotherapy session, where we’ll:

• Explore experiential ideas for creative forest therapy
• Practice group and individual exercises drawn from Alma Oasis’s accredited training
• Learn how to hold your own guided session, exercises, structure, and flow

By the end of the day, you’ll leave with:

• A deeper understanding of what forest therapy really is
• Practical tools and confidence to guide a simple sylvotherapy walk
• A taste of Alma Oasis’s accredited training (if you choose to go deeper)
• A forest tea experience to anchor the day

Who is this for?

• Beginners with no previous experience
• Wellness practitioners, coaches, or therapists curious about forest-based practices
• Anyone who wants to bring more nature, calm, and creativity into their life

A great way to start the New Year, if you are like me and just need to be in nature