Yoga Wellness
September 2, 2024
Nirvana Wellbeing Retreat is a private, eco-retreat sanctuary, located in Beechmont, just behind the Gold Coast in Australia. It is situated within 90 minutes of Brisbane and Coolangatta International Airports.
The 70-acre mountainside property boasts breathtaking, spectacular 360º views that take in the Gold Coast, the Pacific Ocean, Hinze Dam and all the beauty and tranquility that the Scenic Rim mountain ranges have to offer. Single and twin-share accommodation rooms are available in the beautiful Queenslander home, with indoor and outdoor areas ideal for working on your laptop, on site, high speed Wi-Fi and communal spaces surrounded by nature’s beauty.
The retreat invites you into the heart of stillness where true knowing, a transformative wellness experience and peace reside. True success begins with transformation from within. You don’t achieve this by force. When you nurture an accepting mindset internally, your actions and outcomes will naturally align themselves with your new way of thinking. It’s a ripple effect that starts with who you are inside and then reflects on the outside. At Nirvana you will encounter resource that will help your inner transformation.These include fresh ways of thinking, a balanced mix of relaxation, education, and productive habits for personal growth, deep rest and mental health
Participants leave feeling rejuvenated and empowered, with the inspiration and integration of wellness planning, strategies and health protocols that can be incorporated post retreat, for a healthier, more mindful life.
Morning Rituals
Soothing sounds of nature, and later in the morning, the wake-up ceremonial gong heralds the day. Participants can participate in the morning session on offer, which could be meditation or breathing and gentle, stretching exercise. This is followed by a nutritious breakfast made from locally sourced, organic ingredients.
Wellbeing Activities
During the day, activities based on the retreat theme will be offered. These could range from tutorials on Ayurvedic health, nutrition, stress management, mindfulness practices, holistic health practices, mindful art etc..Our experts will provide personalised guidance and actionable takeaways to support participants to integrate these practices into their daily lives.
Physical Activities:
Promoting overall well-being, such as nature walks, stretching exercises, gentle yoga and movement that is enjoyable and healing, rather than strenuous and exhausting.
Detox, Nutrition and Gut health
The retreat features carefully crafted Ayurvedic based detoxification of the gastrointestinal tract to enhance gut-health, with plant-based menus, medicinal teas and herbs. Meals, that are both delicious and nourishing, are tailored to gently cleanse the body while boosting energy levels. There is an emphasis on the importance of hydration, offering herbal teas, fresh juices, and Nirvana’s beautiful alkaline spring water. Mindful, communal mealtimes encourage participants to savour each mouthful and appreciate the connection between food and health. Nirvana Wellbeing Retreat also supports an at home detox program The herbal detox medicines are not delicious, however, they do have very effective health benefits.
Relaxation
At Nirvana we have created quiet spaces for reflection, reading, or simply enjoyig the scenery.For mental clarity and focus, we encourage participants to aim for a digital detox to disconnect from the outside world and reconnect with themselves. However, we are also realistic and there is free wifi that you can use, if you have only managed to get away because you are on a ‘working break.’
Ayurvedic Treatments
A range of treatments such as Ayurvedic relaxation herbal oil massage (abhyanga), Lotus feet massage (padabhyanga), scalp massage, lower back care (kati basti), forehead pour stress management (shirodhara), acupressure point (marma) and kansa wand facials designed to detoxify and relax the body are on offer. These need to be booked and paid for well in advance.
Community and Deeper Connection:
The retreat fosters a sense of community through group activities such as cooking classes, garden activities, nature and forest walks, group discussions etc. These activities are designed to encourage bonding, shared learning, and mutual support. There is also ample time for personal reflection, with journaling sessions, solo walks, and meditation corners available for participants to introspect and set personal wellness goals.
Wind-Down
The communal day concludes with gentle activities such as stretching, guided meditation, or pranayama, before a light and easy to digest evening supper. On special occasions, the evening is celebrated with storytelling under the stars.or moonbeam meditation, or simple great peace.. The focus is on winding down, promoting deep rest, and preparing the body and mind for restorative sleep.
Nature
Nature is one song of praise that never stops singing. With fields, vegetation and forests, the human being is not alone and unacknowledged. They nod to us, and we to them. The trees say things in words before words. Leaves scent the air, and air rains down messages. Earth, water, sun and wind create tapestries of times, places and species that give rise to questions endlessly worth answering. A good answer must be reinvented many times, from scratch. Every piece of earth needs a new way to grip it. A thing can travel everywhere just by holding still and reflecting its vast interconnectedness. Stewardship of the earth is stewardship of the human heart.
Integrated Wellness Planning:
Whilst retreats deliver immediate wellness responses, an integral part of your retreat will be focusing on long-term wellness, so that you can integrate what you have learnt into your daily life. This could include creating personalised wellness plans, setting achievable health goals, and learning how to maintain the benefits of the retreat over time with practice CDs/MP3s which will be recommended to you, for you to purchase, either from the retreat shop or online. Also on offer are follow-up support, online resources, and community activities.
Sustainability
We are committed to using eco-friendly materials, supporting our communities, and minimising our environmental footprint. We encourage you to participate in sustainable practices during your stay, deepening your connection with the environment. Nirvana Retreat has a reputation for providing a serene and supportive environment for health and wellbeing activities.
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