Deep Healing Retreat 2024

September 26 - 29

Continental House, Hepburn Springs

A time to immerse the body in nature, restorative movements and the sensing Self.

Located in Hepburn Springs, Victoria, we have the entire Continental House to roam, find our own little nook and settle in, sit in the garden or go for walks through nature.

Your host Katie has a way of unravelling the stress, awakening the sensing body, opening hearts and widening one’s perspective.

Expect a woman-only experience that is fun, generative and sumptuous. We will have the optimal space for deep inner strengthening, blossoming and healing.

Catering

Plant based vegetarian food that is seasonal and will keep us warm and nourished. The food is mostly gluten and lactose free. Other needs can be catered for.

Expect things like salads, quiche, phô noodle soup, a warm breakfast congee, muesli and fresh fruit, snacks and desserts.

Room Types

You can choose

~ a twin share room (two single beds)

~ a room with a queen bed

Room maximum capacity is 2.

Shared Rooms

You receive a generous discount when booking a shared room.

So invite a friend!

The Yoga

Katie de Araujo is a body-centered therapist with expertise in feminine embodiment: pleasing, sensing, flowing movements that honour the roundness of the body, its spirals and the intuitive breath.

In this long weekend retreat:

~ you'll be able to wind down & release armouring, vigilance and expectation

~ fully let your heart rest and your spirit open to fresh visions of self

~ awaken new forms of self expression such as playful openness, curiosity and a firming of you personal intention

~ name your own desires for yourself and your life

Training and qualifications

Katie’s training is extends across many styles of yoga from Iyengar to Somatics, she is extensively Trauma Informed and delights in offering each person the movement style that fits. She has facilitated a wide variety of groups for over 12 years, creating an atmosphere of belonging, safety and exploration. She has 20 years of Tai Chi and QiGong in her bones and shares her knowledge in a straightforward and generous manner.

For a full overview go to www.bodycentred.com/aboutkatie

Katie is a Senior Level Yoga Teacher through Yoga Australia and a fully qualified practicing Yoga Therapist.

Payment & Registration

• Private room $1,490

• Twin share $1,290

• Early Bird before July 15:

  • Private $1,350, Twin Share $1,150

A deposit of $300 will secure your place.

To register read the information on this page then click ‘Ready to Book’ which will take you to the online registration page.

Other useful information

Payments

Full payment of Early Bird is required by 30th June for Early Bird pricing to apply.

All payments must be made in full by 1st September when registrations close.

Registrations close on 1st September, 2024

No bookings can be accepted after this time and all payments are to be finalised.

Cancellation Policy

By registering you are agreeing to the cancellation policy as stated below.

Cancellation of registration, prior to 1st August will receive a full refund minus $50 admin fee.

The deposit is non refundable after 1st August, 2024.

For cancellations after 1st September we can only refund the balance of your payment (ie not the $300 deposit) if your spot is filled.

Covid -Safe Policy

In the case of any flu or cold-like symptoms attendees are expected to take necessary precautions to reduce spread.

Getting to the venue

Continental House is 10 mins from Daylesford and 115 km from the city of Melbourne and under 100 km from the Melbourne airport.

Directions to get there by car.

Getting there by public transport - There is a train and bus service that gets you to Ballan. It is a 35 minute taxi or an uber from there. Options can be found here

Carpooling - you will receive an email one week before the retreat with information including an option to offer / request car pooling to the venue.

Arrival Time

Arrive anytime between 3 - 5pm on Thursday 26th September to settle into your room and take a look at the venue.

Facilities

Large dinning area

Comfy lounge area with fireplace

Free WiFi

Guest Laundry

Tea and Coffee station: snack, Pukka teas and coffee freely available

Cosy Reading Nook

Garden with benches

Verandah with view of the lawn and trees

Walks close by and along the river

What not to bring

Alcohol & recreational drugs are not to be consumed or brought to the retreat venue. 

Phones and iPad use will be discouraged. Phone use is not permitted in public spaces except to take photos eg: of your walks, nature or happy snaps with your new friends :-)

Retreatants stay within an agreed container, so no shopping or outings other than agreed to nature walks

Bonus Yoga Therapy Session

Choose from 40 available times between November 29 to January 17, 2025. One complementary session per retreatant.

DISCLAIMER We provide a nurturing and safe environment and the program is thoughtfully planned, but no responsibility will be taken for any injuries incurred during the retreat. Medical history forms are to be completed before the retreat, however we also advise you to consult your doctor if you have any pre-existing medical conditions.
It is essential that retreat participants retain full responsibility for their own physical and general well-being in applying instructions in the guided programs to their own circumstances. Body Centred Living will not accept liability for any injury or loss suffered by retreat participants in their practice, or any other time or activity. 
By registering you agree to participate in this yoga retreat at your own risk and accept full responsibility for any loss or injury suffered. 
The venue: the description of the premises is given in good faith; no responsibility for misinterpretation will be accepted.