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A weekend dedicated to connecting to and nurturing your whole self, whilst receiving and enjoying the beauty of Kinglake.
Located only 75 minutes from Seaford & Melbourne CBD and 45 minutes from Ringwood.
The retreat includes 2 nights of self contained double/twin bedroom accommodation, all meals, Yoga, meditation, nature activities and energy healing remedies and practices.
Gather with like-hearted people to nurture and connect.
Winter is a time to turn our energy inward, to nourish, to nurture and connect within. It is a time to retreat.
We meet soon after the Winter Solstice, a time when the winter energy peaks and we start inviting in more light (notice that the days start to lengthen and become lighter). We also gather on a full moon weekend, her illumination for guidance and release.
There is a lot of healing weaved into this weekend. Nature remedies, meditation practices, movement, breath, rituals, nourishing foods, collective energy. Guidance to connect to the wisdom and healing within, and across your timeline.
What you can expect from the Retreat
The Vibe
A beautiful bush venue with self contained double or twin bedroom cottages
An elevated space with fire place and tree top views for our practices & gatherings for inner nourishment and connection with like-hearted people
Time allocated for shared classes and practices, your own leisure time, and social gathering
A gift pack of winter warmers for your body & heart including a take home essential oil roll-on, tailored to your own personal energy & intention, which you can also use throughout your retreat practice
Full Moon
You will be invited to release old energies, beliefs and patterns into the fire. Supported by the full moon energy and guided by your jounalling and inner wisdom, and witnessed by the group.
The Practices
Opening circle with oracle guidance and heart connection meditation
Meditation practice to connect with yourself across your timeline (inner child, adolsecent, adult and future self) and receive guidance and healing from within
Full moon fire release ritual (outdoor, weather permitting)
Yoga flow classes focused on breath and movement for embodiment
Relax & Restore class for self nurture – restorative yoga, mini individual Reiki healing and massage, chakra balances, essential oils and their affirmation for emotional/energy/physical balance
Early rise Sun Salutation and pranayama/breath practice (optional)
Sound relaxation with tibetian bowls, crystal bowl, chime and bells
An intuitive slow flow movement practice
Journaling prompts for a full moon reflection and release
A guided Chakra balance meditation for the energy body
Make your own energy cleansing bundle of herbs (e.g. sage, lavender, rosemary) to take home
All Yoga equipment can be provided
Kinglake National Park with Mason Falls & Picnic Area
The Activities
Leisure time is allocated on both Friday and Saturday afternoons to enjoy the local landscape and offerings, all a short walk or drive from the venue
On-site massage with qualified naturopath, remedial masseuse and Reiki Master for an additional cost of $90/1 hour
The National Park circuit walks (easy and moderate), Mason Falls & Picnic Area, and Wombelano Falls
The very popular St Andrew’s Market is a 15 minute drive from Kinglake (It’s one of my favourites!) Nestled in amongst the trees, you may choose to visit during your leisure time on Saturday (Open 9am-2pm). A great place to pick up fresh produce, add to your crystal collection or find yourself a crafty treasure
Kinglake Township with the local pub, coffee shop & produce
The Kinglake Produce and Artisan Market is a short walk from the venue “fresh fruit and vegetables, jams and chutneys as well as hand-made dips, meat, wine and sweet treats. You will also find a range of jewellery, soaps, candles, and giftware” Open Sunday 25th July 10am-3pm. The perfect activity to conclude your stay in Kinglake!
*some activities and practices may change slightly
Location & Accommodation
Karma at Kinglake- Retreat venue and accommodation
Beautifully appointed & light-filled self contained cottages & suites each with a fire place and shared living & kitchenette
Kinglake
Kinglake is located on the top of the Great Dividing Range and is surrounded by National Park.
Karma at Kinglake is the venue of the retreat and is an easy walk into Kinglake township and a short drive from the National Park and two beautiful waterfalls.
The entire venue will be for retreat guests only.
Accommodation is two bedroom cottages and guest suites. All particpants have:
their own double bedroom or limited twin share can be made available
a shared living room with a fireplace
most have a shared bathroom, shared with one other person or one couple/twin share. There are limited bedrooms with their own bathroom
There is 1 one bedroom cottage which would be perfect for a couple.
First in best dressed when it comes to the accommodation.
Arrive Friday 23rd July
Arrive at your own leisure from 2pm with opening circle, practice and supper from 7pm
Close Sunday 25th July
We will close the retreat at 1.30pm
Nourishment through food
All meals are provided throughout the weekend. Catered by both a local company and the Coffee For the People Cafe, Seaford (formerly Bear & Cub). This includes:
The venue provides continential breakfast in your cottage (cereals, bread & spreads), tea and coffee pods
Friday dinner (eat in your own time) & light communal supper with tea
Saturday morning tea and lunch
Cold pressed juice of your choice
Saturday communal dinner in the bluestone dining room of the main residence- fire place, exposed beams, candles and a large dining table
Sunday morning tea and shared light lunch platter
Herbal teas and fruit in the kitchen of the communual space
Example menu:
VANDOUVAN CAULIFLOWER & CASHEW CURRY A slightly sweet and smokey French style curry served with vegetables, cashews and rice (v, df, gf) with KACHUMBER SALAD Fresh Indian salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, carrots, herbs and a little spice. Served with lemon (v, df, gf)
*dietary requirements can be accommodated for. Please indicate in booking process.
Your investment
A weekend to nuture self, connect with yourself, nature and a like-hearted community.
Price includes:
2 nights accommodation
Yoga & movement classes (Flow, Relax & Restore, Slow Flow Intuitive Movement)
Guided meditations
Sound relaxation
Full moon fire release ritual
Journaling prompts
Guidance circle
Mini Reiki Healing
All meals including a special communual dining on Saturday evening
A selection of drinking herbal teas and a cold pressed juice
Information on local activities to explore and enjoy
Take home gift pack with winter wamers for body & heart including a personalised essential oil roll on tailored to your energy
The stunning communual space with fire place, kitchen and tree top views for our gatherings, classes and practices.
Your host Kirsty is a qualified Yoga Teacher, and a Meditation & Energy Guide with over 10 years experience supporting the health & wellbeing of people and communities.
Your investment
Price all inclusive
$920pp (individual bedroom)
$770pp (twin share bedroom)
50% non-refundable* deposit required to secure your booking.
Retreat is limited to only 12 participants.
Bookings close 2nd July 2021
*unless cancelled by Covid restrictions, Retreat organiser or venue
Questions or ready to book!
Email Kirsty at hello@kirstysaunders.com to make your deposit or pay in full via eventbrite booking
“Thank you so much Kirsty - you have a beautiful spirit and heart and the hard work, thoughtfulness, and care you put in the day was incredible and very much appreciated. The group were all lovely and I felt welcomed and comfortable coming along on my own!”
“Kirsty from the bottom of my heart I want to thank you for your inclusive day retreat yesterday. Recovering from my hip replacement surgery I thought I wouldn’t be able to join in the day but my worries were soon erased as you made me feel like a goddess amongst every other goddess also there. Your beautiful spirit shone through yet again as you went out of your way to accommodate me. Many Blessings to you lovely. xxx”
