SARAH HILL YOGA
Journey to the Heart
Yoga Retreat
Fri 28 - Sun 30 May, 2021
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yoga - nature - mantra - meditation
- RETURN TO YOUR TRUE CENTRE -
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During this blissful weekend getaway you can drop back into your true centre - the heart.
Unwind, relax and replenish all aspects of your body, mind and spirit.
You’ll come home relaxed, centred and reconnected to your inner self, bringing a restored sense of ease and balance to your life.
We all deserve the opportunity to pause and step back from the busy-ness of life.
When you enjoy sacred moments cocooned within nature, you can begin to settle feelings of anxiety, and bring focus to a distracted mind.
By grounding into the earth, and drawing awareness to the heart centre you can release excessive mental energy, and gently return to the calm, quiet place inside.
You’re invited to join Sarah & Goldy
for a weekend to unwind
surrounded by greenery
enjoying yoga, mantra, meditation
and be nourished with delicious, hearty, mouthwatering meals.
It’s what your soul deserves.
Sarah Hill
Host and Head Teacher
Vinyasa, Yin, Mantra
Goldy
Co-host and Yoga Teacher
Kundalini, Philosophy
Live Music
Vibrations of soul-soothing acoustic guitar provided by Georgie Rose will ease you into relaxation during Yin Yoga. Goldy will share guitar accompanied by Sarah on harmonium for chanting, mantra and morning Bhajans (heart felt songs). We will all collaborate and share our voices in a delightful Kirtan.
The Experience
Journey to the Heart is a deeply heartfelt Yoga Retreat.
We gather at the start of the Retreat with an Opening Ceremony to set our intention as a group and individuals. Through a guided meditation, tune into your own heart’s desire as to why you’ve chosen to attend this retreat, and prepare yourself energetically to dive into this holistic experience.
We all have our own reasons for practicing yoga, and your intention can be as simple or profound as you like. Perhaps right now you need to re-connect to yourself, or you’ve lost sight of what’s important and you want to tune back in. You could be taking a new leap on your yoga journey. Or realising you’d like to go deeper into your practice, and this could be the starting point. Willingness and a sense of curiosity are like a super highway to re-connect to your higher purpose, and that all stems from being intune with the deepest desire of your heart.
During this magical weekend you’ll be cocooned in greenery, with minimal to no wifi and phone reception. Exposure to nature allows you to release physical, mental and emotional tension, which contributes to your physical wellbeing and reduces stress hormones. Stepping away from endless notifications and a desire to react or respond allows you to become fully aware to your luscious surroundings, and present within your body again.
After this weekend in fresh, crisp air you will come home feeling relaxed, centred and re-aligned with your capacity for compassion and trust for the flow of the universe.
Imagine dropping the worries and feeling connected to your higher self.
We will explore traditional yogic practices, yoga, mantra and other movement and embodiment tools specifically designed to nourish and replenish your energetic cup.
Come if you’re willing to be inspired by insights from both ancient Hindu philosophy and modern science, and ready to return to your true centre - your heart.
Example of Daily Schedule*
While I recommend participating in the full schedule of activities on offer, you are free to enjoy as many or as little activities as you like. *Subject to change.
Friday
4:00pm Check in, tea
6:30pm Welcome Ceremony
7:00pm Yin Yoga + Nidra
8:00pm Dinner
9:00pm Rest
Saturday
7:00am Mantra Meditation
7:30am Yoga - Solar Vinyasa
9:00am Breakfast
10:30am Kundalini Yoga
12:00pm Chai, free time
1:30pm Lunch
2:00pm Free Time
4:00pm Yin Yoga + Live Music
6:30pm Dinner
8:00pm Kirtan +Music Journey
9:00pm Rest
Sunday
7:00am Bhajans
7:30am Yoga - Lunar Vinyasa
9:00am Breakfast
10:30am Restorative Kundalini
12:00pm Closing Ceremony
1:00pm Lunch
2:00pm Check out
ABOUT THE LOCATION
Martinsville, Central Coast
(aprox 1.5-2hrs drive North from Sydney CBD)
Autumn is a time for transition - the trees begin to change colour, and leaves fall to the earth. This is nature’s process of letting go. When we tune into the seasons we naturally become more reflective as we ease into cooler months. We can strip back to a simple way of being, and release what no longer serves us, to make space for something new.
RETREAT PROPERTY : WATAGAN ECO RETREAT, MARTINSVILLE
Set amongst 40 acres of private wilderness with absolute quietude, “Watagan” offers a secluded respite from the hustle of city life.
Surrounded by tall trees, forest trails and rain forest gullies to be explored, this beautiful property is cocooned by nature - with limited to no mobile or Wifi connection. There are 2 main buildings on the property, both available purely for our retreat.
Only minutes away from the Watagan National Park, this retreat is hidden and remote, yet less than 2 hours drive from Sydney. The drive itself is beautiful, and upon booking we will provide full directions and car pooling options to allow you to arrive safely to the retreat.
ACCOMODATION
There are a number of accomodation types available to suit a variety of needs. All accommodation is priced per person, based on minimum 2 and maximum 4 people sharing a room.
Shared rooms offer a beautiful opportunity to connect with new friends, or you can bring someone along with you and enjoy this experience together. Choose between Queen, Twin Share, Quad Share or the “Yogi Bunker” as outlined below.
PRICING
INCLUDES:
2 nights accomodation (twin/quad share with a current or new friend) from Fri 28 May - Sun 30 May, 2021.
Check-in from 4pm Friday, check out 2pm Sunday.
Retreat location is Watagan Eco Retreat centre, Martinsville - inland from Lake Macquarie. A stunning private property surrounded by greenery.
All meals are south-Indian Ayurvedic inspired and sustainably sourced, mostly vegetarian and including pescatarian dinner. Gluten free options available upon special request.
Meals include 2 nourishing breakfasts, lunches, and dinners plus tea, fruit and snacks prepared, with love, by our chef Roland and assisted by Georgie.
4 yoga classes lead by Sarah Hill. Morning Vinyasa and evening Yin.
2 morning Mantra Meditation sessions.
Kundalini Yoga and Meditation lead by Goldy.
Live Music and Mantra provided by Georgie Rose.
INVESTMENT:
All rates are pp / per person
Queen / Twin Share - SOLD OUT -
Available as Twin Share or Queen. If you’re travelling solo we will match you with a suitable roommate, or bring a friend and share the room.
Early Bird $680 pp | paid in full by 19 March
Full Price $780 pp | due 30 April
Quad Share - BOOK NOW -
Suited for individuals willing to make new friends, or come as a group and book the whole room. 4 x single beds in Homestead building.
Early Bird $580 pp | paid in full by 19 March
Full Price $680 pp | due 30 April
Yogi Bunker - BOOK NOW -
Our most accessible pricing option in fun, community style living. Comfortable and cosy, 2 x bunk beds in Homestead building.
Early Bird $500 pp | paid in full by 19 March
Full Price $600 pp | due 30 April
*For all accomodation, a deposit of $220 per person required to confirm your place. Complete the form below to register today and Sarah will contact you to answer any questions and complete your booking.
Contact via email - sarahhillyoga@gmail.com
