At Yoga Health Retreats we focus on greater well-being, vitality and a personal, spiritual journey. Our yoga retreats offer a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a serene and holistic environment, offering a unique combination of Yogic practices, Vinyasa Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Meditation, Yoga Nidra, Pilates and various holistic therapies, including detox treatments to cleanse and rejuvenate. We guarantee you will feel and look younger, increase strength and flexibility and improve clarity and stillness of mind. Our qualified Yoga Teachers and facilitators will guide you through a series of yoga practices and programs suitable for all levels. Personal consultations are available for stress reduction, detox and cleansing and spiritual healing. Join us for a life-changing experience.

Sue Hawkins – Director, Yoga Health Retreats

Welcome to Yoga Health Retreats

GOLD COAST REJUVENATION YOGA RETREAT

2015 Retreat Dates 15-18 October, 2015

The Gold Coast Rejuvenation Retreat is held in private residence located in Bonogin in the

hinterland just west of Burleigh Heads.

This is so much more than a yoga immersion or retreat. For either 4 or 2 days, you will be guided

by professional facilitators to develop your personal practice and teach you various forms of

meditation.

Retreat Inclusions • Single or twin share accommodation (not included in price)

• 90min morning yoga and meditation

• Afternoon restrative yoga sessions

• Inspirational talks

• Yoga Nidra (guided deep relaxation)

• Healthy organic meals, brunch and dinner (all dietary requirements are catered for)

• Free time to relax and unwind

• Optional 1hr massage available on request • Optional 45min Private Yoga Therapy sessions with Sue Hawkins

Your Accommodation Our retreat is held in a beautiful property on the Gold Coast hinterland, far removed from traffic,

crowds of people and media noise. There are 4 beautifully appointed bedrooms with king,

queen or single beds and three bathrooms, with modern open living room and open plan

kitchen with a Balinese décor and in ground pool.

Large verandah with daybeds give plenty of opportunity to relax, gaze at the rainforest

surrounds and lie back with your favourite book or journal to pass the time away and meet new

friends.

Cleanse while you eat The message of our Rejuvenation Retreat is one of detoxifying, rejuvenating and regaining the

vitality of body and inherent in us all but so often lost and by stress in our daily life.

We use fresh, organic produce – vegetables and herbs known for their health benefits and

cleansing properties - in a varied menu designed to inspire the most passionate and discerning

of cooks! Our mouthwatering food is created to assist the body’s detoxifying process, cleanse

the organs, boost your energy levels promoting vitality and wellness.

Fresh cold pressed organic juices are provided daily to help the cleansing process.

Daily Activities We’re 100% committed to you getting the most out of your Yoga Retreat Program, which is why

we carefully choose our retreat venue and design the program so you leave feeling refreshed,

cleansed and ready to take on the next challenges that come your way..

• A 30 minute guided meditation session is taught every morning before Yoga to help

quieten the mind and relieve stress. Morning yoga is taught in a Vinyasa flow style that

encourages students to move with the breath, creating strength and flexibility while

focusing on alignment in the body. The level will be taught to suit the group capacity.

• Restorative Yoga takes place each afternoon to balance out the activities of the day

promoting a calm and peaceful frame of mind.

• Yoga Nidra (20 mins guided deep relaxation technique). Yoga Nidra takes you into a

deeply relaxing and powerful journey. ‘Nidra’ means sleep and Yoga Nidra is a dynamic

sleep or often referred to as ‘a yogic psychic sleep’ where you learn to relax consciously.

It is also a healing restorative practice to reduce stress, addictions, sleep disorders,

nervous conditions and to release long standing behavioural patterns.

• Free time for you – we know your life is busy, so at our Retreat you can do as little or as

much as you like ... enjoy a nature walk through the garden, or simply chill out and relax.

Treatments & Therapies Additional Therapies & Treatments

Remedial Massage 1hr $120

Remedial massage is excellent at targeting specific injuries and any repercussions that result

from the injury. It is a deeply penetrating massage and releases tight muscles that may be

causing pain.

However, it’s far more than just solving a problem in one area of the body because the

therapist recognises that the body is a completely interdependent infrastructure, where one

ailment will result from or cause another.

Retreat Schedule We strongly suggest that you arrive early to give yourself precious time to unwind and relax

before the Retreat begins. We also understand that guests will arrive at different times

because of flight schedules.

On Day One the check-in is at 2pm. Our first session is an informal group orientation at 4pm

and then gather for a delicious dinner at 6:30pm to settle in and meet other guests.

Each day we start at 7.30am with meditation followed by yoga until 10.30 with. The style and

level of yoga is adjusted to suit the experience of the group. All modifications are given to

beginners or guests who have injuries. Personal attention is given to each guest to make sure

you are comfortable and relaxed.

There is free time during the day to relax, have massages or one or try some holistic

treatments on offer from our experienced therapists. Each day we offer inspiring talks and

activities to invigorate you and uplift your spirit, so you take home useful tools and new insights. Our

aim is to make each day special memorable!

On our last day we complete the retreat after our final yoga session. We come together to share

the week’s events, bring closure and gather for a delicious lunch before leaving at 3pm.

A final schedule and Medical History form will be sent to you after your deposit has been received.

Time Description

Day 1

2:00pm 4:00pm – 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:30pm

Arrive & settle in Introduction Orientation circle Dinner Talk

7:30am 8:00am – 10:00am

Fresh juice Meditation/Yoga

9.00am – 10:00am Brunch

10:30am – 11.30pm Free Time or Talk

2.3:0pm – 4:00pm Private Yoga sessions with Sue (optional extra)

4:30pm – 6:00pm Meditation/Restorative Yoga

Day 2 - 3

6:30pm 7:30-8:00pm

Dinner Yoga Nidra

Day 4

7.30-9.00am 9.00am 10:30-12:00pm 1:00.2.00pm 2.00pm-3.00pm

Yoga/Meditation Breakfast Free Time/Private Yoga sessions/Creative Drawing/DVD Lunch Meditation/Closing Circle End retreat

Retreat Teacher & Facilitators

Sue Hawkins

Senior Qualified Yoga Instructor

Sue Hawkins is the founder and director of Yoga Health Retreats and is a

Senior Qualified Yoga Instructor who has been practicing for over 26

years and teaching for 16 years.

Sue is registered with Yoga Alliance at the highest level E-RYT500. Sue

has studied Iyengar Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Yoga Nidra,

Yoga Therapy and Partner Yoga. She furthered her studies by traveling to

India and studied Iyengar Yoga, Ashtanga to deepen her knowledge of

yoga asanas, pranayama, Ayurveda and yoga philosophy. Sue has instructed on teacher

trainings and has been hosting yoga retreats in Byron Bay and internationally for over 13 years

and continues to develop her knowledge and understanding of Yoga and Meditation.

Sue is also a Pilates Mat teacher and integrates core strength, precision, control and flow of

movement. Yoga and Pilates complement each other, enhancing alignment and core strength

in a safe and nurturing environment.

Sue gives clear and concise instruction but is also engaging and intuitive. Her ability to work

with all levels of experience is obvious in the classes and this only comes with years of

experience and dedication to the practice.

Booking Information Retreat Centre

Haven for Health 13-15 Eagleview Court, Bonogin. QLD 4213 Retreat Leader/Teacher: Sue Hawkins 0404 467 744

Retreat Co ordinator: Rachel Carrara 0411111046

Check in / Check out Procedure Arrive and settle into your accommodation from 2pm onwards. Check out time is 3:30pm.

Accommodation:

Accommodation prices are not included in the retreat cost but you can book directly through

Haven for Health. Twin accommodation is available in modern appointed rooms with bushland

views and privacy. From $50-$250per night.

Email - Sharon Little at sharonannlittle@me.com

International Flights, Directions & Transfers

You can fly directly from all major domestic airports Coolangatta where we can arrange your

collection and transfer to the retreat. Haven for Health is located approximately half an hour’s

drive from the airport. We suggest you have a medical check with your doctor prior to the

retreat if you have ongoing health issues. If you require more assistance or advice, please

email info@yogahealthretreats.com

Cancellation Conditions

A non-refundable reservation deposit of $500 is required upon booking or you can pay in full,

with the full balance due 1 month prior to the date of the retreat. Your booking may be

cancelled should you fail to fulfill payments. Requests to change retreat dates are at the

discretion of Yoga Health Retreats.

Disclaimer

We provide a nurturing and safe environment and our program is thoughtfully planned, but no

responsibility will be taken for injuries incurred during the retreat. Medical History forms are to

be completed before each retreat and are assessed for your safety and wellbeing. However,

we also strongly recommend that you to consult your doctor if you have any pre-existing

medical conditions. Modifications and considerations are given to students with special needs.

What to bring

All Yoga equipment will be supplied, however we recommend you bring your own Yoga mat.

It’s a good idea to bring mosquito repellent, UV sunscreen, hat, a good book to read, a journal

to record your experiences and important or valuable information.

If you can’t bring your own mat, please advise us and we will supply one for you.

Prices (4 days / 3 nights) 4 days $995pp (excludes accommodation) Optional 45min Private Yoga sessions with Sue Hawkins $75.

Optional 1hr Remedial Massage $120.

1 day Visit Package 1 day Package $159 per day inclusions: (no discount if staying extra days)

Yoga, meditation, restorative yoga, breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Optional 45min Private Yoga sessions with Sue Hawkins $75.

Payment Details Bank Transfer Byron Bay Yoga National Australia Bank (NAB) 33 Jonson Street, Byron Bay, NSW 2481 A/C 533277782 BSB 082 489 Swift Code: NATAAU3302S PayPal email: paypal@yogahealthretreats.com Credit Card We accept Visa and MasterCard, but credit card payments.

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