Rest & Restore Weekend Retreat- Yoga, Connection & Nature Remedies

We gather with like-hearted people on a weekend retreat which weaves together nature connection, meditation practices, Yoga, embodied movement, energy healing modalities and nourishing food.

Located only 75 minutes from Frankston and Melbourne CBD and 45 minutes from Ringwood.

This is a deeply healing retreat with our own private use of the grounds and accommodation, with yoga and wellbeing practices. An immersive retreat, fully catered and all inclusive.

This is your invitation to connect with yourself as you rest and restore and unwind the tension held by the nervous system, body, mind and heart.

The vibe

Aligned to the winter energies to go within, to rest and restore. This retreat is cultivated from the Heart.

• A collective energy for a deep connection within, with each other, and with nature
• A beautiful bush retreat venue with self contained accommodation which is exclusively for our group
• An elevated space for our practices and gatherings with fire place and tree top views
• Come together with like-hearted people where you will be witnessed and supported as you are
• Time allocated for shared classes and practices, your own leisure time, and social gathering
• All meals are provided throughout the weekend (visit kirstysaunders.com for listed meals)

The practices

Practices, gatherings and classes offer connection, transformation and healing

• Opening and closing circles to connect and share
• Sound meditation with crystal bowls, earth chime and sound bells to deepen relaxation
• Outdoor fire gathering and cleansing ritual witnessed by the group to shift stagnant energies
• Yoga flow classes focused on breath and movement for embodiment
• Spinal Energetics group healing to unwind tension in the nervous system and body
• Rest & Restore class of restorative yoga and the use of essential oils for complete relaxation
• Embodied silent disco dance movement session with Soph from Pohss Studio to connect with the body and move into transformation
• Guided meditations and breath practices for self connection and healing
• All Yoga equipment can be provided

The activities

Enjoy the local landscape and nature offerings of Kinglake to attune your inner nature to the outer nature

• National Park bush walk with stunning forest and waterfalls

• The popular St Andrews Market is a 15 minute drive from Kinglake, nestled in amongst the trees on Saturday 9am-2pm
• Kinglake Township with a coffee shop & produce and stores
• On-site massage and/or Spinal Energetics appointments will be made available for booking for an additional cost

Leisure time is allocated on both Friday and Saturday afternoons to enjoy the local landscape and offerings

*some activities and practices may change slightly

* all activities and practices are optional

Location & Accommodation

Kinglake is located on the top of the Great Dividing Range and is surrounded by National Park.

The retreat is held at Karma Kinglake which is an easy walk into Kinglake township and a short drive from the National Park, St Andrews Market and two beautiful waterfalls.

The entire venue will be for retreat guests only and is absolutely beautiful in winter with individual and shared fire places, teas and comfortable spaces.

Accommodation includes 2 bedroom cottages, suites and studios with kitchen, lounge and bathrooms and fire place and ensuite options. Bookings are available for individual bedroom, twin share bedroom and individual studios.

Arrive Friday 9th August

Arrive at your own leisure from 2pm with opening circle, meditation and supper from 6pm

Close Sunday 11th August

We will close the retreat by 2pm

Book now

Individual bedroom $920pp

Twin share bedroom $780pp

Studio Accommodation $950pp

Book online with Eventbrite or directly with Kirsty

Please visit kirstysaunders.com/retreats for full booking options, testimonials, gallery and cancellation policy

Pay in full OR pay a $500 non-refundable deposit to secure your booking and pay the remaining amount by the 21st July 2024 via bank transfer

Payment plans are available

hello@kirstysaunders.com with questions or to make a booking

Bookings close the 21st July 2024