Final Schedule 29th June - 30th June - 1st July
Final Retreat Schedule June 29th - July 1st 2018
Choose to do as much or as little as you like on this luxury retreat. All activities are optional, and it’s totally up to you how much you choose to be involved in. With so much beauty around you, you may choose to simply relax – but we encourage you to make the most of your stay and dive into our program.
DAY 1
2:00pm - 3:00pm Check in to Elements Of Byron
You’ll be met at reception by Rebalance Retreat host Katie Manekshaw, who will deliver your schedule for your weekend, as well as your special wellness goodie bag. From there you can check into your villas.
Then comes your opportunity to slow it right down, take a deep breath and begin to unwind. Check into your villa, then kick off your shoes, turn off your phone and slip into relaxation mode as you explore this magnificent resort.
3:15pm - 4:30pm Opening Ceremony
Join us for a beautiful welcoming circle to connect with the rest of the group. We’ll do some gentle stretching, a short meditation, and you’ll also be guided to set some intentions for the weekend ahead.
4:30pm - 6:00pm Discovering Your Life Path
Author and astrologer Patsy Bennett will invite you to consider your life path on this revealing 1.5 hour workshop. You will experience, through interactive and hands-on activities, how your spiritual development informs your life path and purpose. You will also learn how to work with your own spirituality to gain invaluable direction and happiness. Patsy will show you how to generate the power and the passion to create the life you want.
6:00pm - 6:45pm Set Your Pace
Take a stroll on the beach or find a place to lounge near one of the resort’s incredible pools. Watch the sunset from the beach club, or listen to live musicians at the fire pit.
Private Readings by Patsy Bennet or BelindaGrace are also available during these times. Please book in advance here - $85 for 30 mins paid in advance. BOOK NOW
Alternatively you may prefer to have a body work treatment in you room. BOOK HERE
6:45pm - 8:00pm Dinner at Elements Of Byron.
Join our Rebalance Retreats dinner soiree at Elements Of Byron with live musical entertainment & private bar, indoor & outdoor seating and a delicious range of meat or vegetarian dishes. You may choose to sit with other guests or spend the evening flying solo – it’s completely up to you!
We have some musical surprises happening too. Very exciting.
8:00pm Star Gazing on the Beach.
Marvel at the inky depths from Elements Of Byron's Beach Club area, or walk on the beautiful beach adjacent to the resort for an even more magical view of Byron’s famous star-filled skies and full moon vistas.
10:00pm Rest
We encourage you to get to bed nice and early tonight, because tomorrow’s (optional) activities begin at daybreak. You could also use this quiet time to start journaling, using your beautiful gift journal provided courtesy of Byron Bound.
DAY 2
Today is a big day full of wellness workshops and fun experiences – though remember, you’re welcome to do as much or as little as you choose!
6:30am - 7:30am Gentle Beach Yoga
A light yoga class to get you in the mood for the day.
7:30 - 8:30 Stories of the Land
Walk a labyrinth on the beach and then experience the history of Byron Bay through richly-woven tales of the land, the ocean and the people. You will be led through a guided visualisation and then regaled with stories of place, told by Jenni Cargill.
8:30 - 9:30 Breakfast at Elements Of Byron
Enjoy a delicious breakfast by the pool at Graze Restaurant.
10:00am - 11:30am Vision Board Workshop
In this fascinating workshop BelindaGrace will take you through both the practical steps of creating an effective vision board and show you how to open up to and trust your own intuition more, so that you can work with the positive energies that are there to support and guide you.
11:30 - 12:00 Chai & Cookie Time
Enjoy a delicious cup of hot chai and a Byron Bay Cookie between workshops.
12:00am - 1:00pm Nia Dance Workshop
This uplifting movement class will bring you deeply into your body, inviting you to feel to heal and express yourself in a gentle and fun way. You will be guided to a place of powerful connection between body, mind, emotions and spirit. Facilitaed by Taryn Pallister from Nia Australia
1:00 - 2:00 - Lunch Buffet at Graze Restaurant
Enjoy a delicious all you can eat buffet lunch at Graze Restaurant. Simply grab a plate and then find a place to relax and unwind amongst the luxurious resort facilities.
2:00pm - 5:00pm Restore, Relax, Replenish
After a busy fun-filled morning of workshops, now’s the time to relax, restore and replenish however you’d like. Lounge by the pool with a good book and enjoy the resort facilities. Alternatively, use your FREE return ticket on Byron Bay’s new solar-powered electric train and do a little browsing amongst the town’s internationally-acclaimed boutiques.
Right now’s another opportunity to book a relaxing treatment at Elements Of Byron's Osprey Spa. (Not included in the ticket price. Please book your treatments directly with the resort ahead of time to avoid disappointment. Contact: Osprey Spa.)
If you would prefer a private in-room massage we can help you arrange this.
Private Readings by Patsy Bennet or BelindaGrace are also available during these times. Please book in advance here - $85 for 30 mins paid in advance. BOOK NOW
Alternatively you may prefer to have a body work treatment in you room. BOOK HERE
5:00pm - 6:30pm - African Drumming Workshop
No trip to Byron is complete without shaking things up a little, and this amazing drum workshop taught by a true master of percussion and dance will take you out of your mind and into the rhythm! Facilitated by Gabriel Otu.
6:30pm Evening in Byron
Take some time to explore the amazing restaurants and nightlife of Byron Bay – or if you’d prefer to take it easy, stay close to home and eat at the hotel restaurant, or order room service. *Note: food & beverage is not included in retreat ticket price for Saturday night. Recommendations provided.
DAY 3
7:00am - 9:00am Byron Lighthouse Sunrise Walk to Wategos Beach.
We’ll pick you up at the hotel and take you to the famous Byron Lighthouse to enjoy a morning of bliss. Enjoy a magical walk down from the lighthouse to the beach, looking out for turtles, sting rays, whales and dolphins along the way. Once you reach spectacular Wategos Beach, enjoy a morning dip before we take you back to Elements for a delicious breakfast.
9:00am - 10:30am Breakfast Time, Chill Out, Check Out
Enjoy a long breakfast or relax by the pool. Then pack your bags, as it's time to check out. But the weekend’s not over yet… we’ll meet you at the car park for our exciting journey into the hinterland.
10:30am - 11:30 Byron Hinterland Tour
Let us drive you around the hinterland and show you some of the breathtaking views. Along the way, we’ll stop off at some beautiful spots to take in this incredible coastline.
11:30am Crystal Castle & Shambala Gardens Tour
Visit one of Byron Bay's most treasured gems, The Crystal Castle & Shambala Gardens. Spend your time exploring the incredible sculptures, giant Buddha statues, enormous feature crystals, walking maze and world-class landscaping.
While you’re here. grab a delicious lunch at The Crystal Castle's Café, with spectacular views over the Byron landscape. Note: Lunch is not included in retreat ticket price.
12:30pm - 1:30pm Closing Sound Bath Meditation & Kora Walk at The World Peace Stuppa
Please join this an enriching sound healing bath, a visualisation meditation and sacred ‘Kora Walk’ around The World Peace Stupa at The Crystal Castle, this will be our Rebalance Retreat closing ceremony.
This unique Crystal Castle offering deepens your inner and outer sense of peace and brings you to a place that invokes your compassionate loving self.
2:15pm - 3:00pm - Return Journey to Elements Of Byron
On our way back to Elements Of Byron we’ll take you an alternative route past Mullumbimby, Australia biggest little town, famous for its alternative culture and incredible farmers markets.
3:30pm Goodbyes
Retreat over, we’ll send you on your way with some beautiful memories and insights that will long be remembered.