CALM & CONNECT
RETREAT
A yin, restorative, yoga nidra and sound healing meditation retreat created with love to support
you to open into more of what you are. This retreat features a range of offerings and includes
yoga nidra, yin, south bath healing, meditation, and more.
This Retreat Is Perfect For ....
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If you want to experience deep relaxation and mindful rest if you are feeling frazzled and need more energy, especially if your life is full and your mind over-stimulated.
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All the practices are crafted to boost the body's natural ability to heal, while sound healing will help restore the optimum vibratory frequencies of the cells in your body.
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A day of healing and rejuvenation, with the opportunity to embrace and embody more of the real true inner you.
Let's start with some Nidra
Yoga Nidra unlike what the name might suggest, is practiced lying down with your eyes closed to create the opportunity to access a conscious state of deep relaxation.
Yoga Nidra is the state of dynamic sleep, which induces physical, mental, and emotional relaxation.
You are guided to the space between sleep and wakefulness where the contact between the subconscious and unconscious dimensions occurs spontaneously. When sleep and external awareness are separated from consciousness, we have the opportunity to increase memory, increase creativity, and knowledge, and most importantly access our true nature. This is achieved when we access higher states of concentration.
A single hour of Yoga Nidra is as effective as four hours of conventional sleep as it provides effective and efficient physical and physiological rest. In addition, through this practice, you get to restructure and reform your entire personality from within making it more reliable and permanent than other systems that work on an external basis. The key to transformation is the release of tension, relaxation, and peace of mind!
And then some.....Yin & Restorative
It is while in the parasympathetic mode that we get to rejuvenate and replenish our bodies, allowing our overworked organs an opportunity to heal and repair, as the flow of nutrients and energy is improved through the application of mild stress to the joints.
Yin yoga teaches us to be free of expectations and of what each pose will bring, engendering an acceptance and act of surrender that can be taken off the mat into our lives, making us more resilient.
Once your mind and body are still from the yin practice we gently shift into the more nourishing restorative postures. Where your body, mind, and soul will transport you to a place of inner peace and stillness. Your body will be fully supported in nurturing restorative postures, facilitating access to deep states of relaxation.
And Finish Off With Sound Bath Healing
As we move into the time of the day, when our body is busy absorbing and digesting nutrients, and we feel sleepy, soak up and immerse yourself in the enchanting healing journey.
Embark on a harmonious voyage with Jamie, where the symphony of sound becomes a catalyst for transformation, healing, and inner alignment. Your well-being is our resonance; let’s harmonise together.
In a world where stress and dissonance often dominate, sound healing emerges as a gentle yet potent remedy. Through the intentional use of sound frequencies, vibrations, music, and voice, Jamie unlocks the potential for deep healing and restoration. His mission is to guide you on this sonic odyssey, empowering you to rediscover balance, alleviate stress, and foster profound inner peace.
You will embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery, to embrace the transformative power of sound as you explore the ancient art of sound healing. It is a therapeutic practice that transcends time and culture to bring harmony to mind, body, and spirit.
Sound healing is a therapeutic practice harnessing the vibrational power of sound to promote holistic well-being. Rooted in ancient traditions and validated by modern science, it involves the intentional use of a vast array of instruments to influence mental, emotional, and physical states.
Presented by Jamie Belso
Meet The Facilitators
Karen Pattie
Karen is a seasoned yoga and meditation teacher with over thirty years of personal practice and sixteen years of teaching experience. She holds a certification as a Hatha Yoga Teacher and has a deep-rooted passion for guiding others on their journeys to physical and mental well-being. Her practice is grounded in the principles of Hatha Yoga, complemented by her long-standing dedication to Transcendental Meditation (TM).
Karen’s approach to teaching is holistic, integrating her extensive knowledge of the body and mind with her certifications in Reiki and Seichim, Spiritual Iridology, and Reflexology. This multifaceted expertise allows her to offer a unique and enriching experience in her classes, where students can explore not only the physical postures of yoga but also the deeper aspects of meditation and energy work.
Tess Heyns
Tess has been teaching yoga for over 10 years both in Australia & overseas and has been a student of yoga for almost 20 years. She has studied Hatha Yoga, Japanese Okido Yoga & Yin Yoga. While she has studied & practiced many styles of yoga, she is particularly passionate about teaching Yin Yoga and taking people on a journey through the more subtle practices.
She teaches with a grounding strength and grace which invites you to move deeper into your practice. Tess wholeheartedly believes that there is a practice for everyBODY and endeavours to help you find your practice rather than fitting you into a box.
Jamie Belso
Jamie Belso is a passionate sound healer and a versatile multi-instrumentalist musician. With a profound focus on creating healing vibrations, Jamie skillfully utilizes a diverse array of instruments, including the Yidaki (Didgeridoo), Crystal Singing Bowls, Medicine Drum, Tanpura Swarmandal, Steel Tongue Drum, Native American Flute, Ocean Drum, Chimes, Rattles, and his own resonant voice. His expertise extends to facilitating a myriad of events, from intimate one-on-one sessions to couples, groups, wellness retreats, corporate gatherings, and large community events that have drawn over 2000 participants.
Creating a sacred and secure environment, Jamie guides individuals and teams toward their innate healing abilities through the synergistic blend of Sound Healing, Breathwork, and Meditation. His mission is to usher them into profound states of relaxation, harmonizing mind, body, and soul for an experience of ultimate serenity and bliss.
Jamie’s journey in sound healing and music spans several years, marked by a deep connection to the transformative potential of sound vibrations. He continues to devote himself to personal growth, having spent time in East Arnhem Land with the indigenous custodians of Australia, crafting Yidaki instruments and sharing healing energy steeped in indigenous wisdom.