“Spring into Spring” Meditation, Mindfulness & Yoga Retreat
Enjoy six days of rest and relaxation at Wybalena Organic Farm, located on 170 acres of serene countryside and untouched bushland within the Byron Bay Hinterland.
Sunday 7th — Friday 12th September, 2025.
Save $200 by booking before January 31, 2024.
Spring into Spring — literally and figuratively — by treating yourself to some high quality “me” time and wholesome living. You’ll stay in delightful, spacious and tastefully appointed rooms, be treated to hearty vegetarian meals and enjoy a program of user-friendly meditation, mindfulness and movement practices.
Dates
The retreat is held every year, in early September.
In 2025 it will run from Sunday 7 — Friday 12, September.
Venue
The retreat is held on the Wybalena Organic Farm, in the Byron Bay Hinterland. A complimentary bus will get you there from Gold Coast / Coolangatta airport. It’s a 40-minute trip.
“The retreat was exactly what I needed — a place to relax and switch off my ‘doing’ brain. The meditations taught me to make space in my head from all the constant thought and left me much more refreshed than just a weekend away.”
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— Rebecca Hale
What’s It Like On Retreat
The retreat provides you with a chance to get away so that you can relax away from the usual pressures of work and life.
You’ll get the opportunity to recharge and reflect, to deepen or develop your meditation and yoga practices and to enjoy the company of like-minded folks.
If you’ve never been on a meditation retreat before, this is a great place to start — and if you are new to meditation and mindfulness you’ll be gently eased into the practice with simple, user-friendly techniques and expert instruction.
For more experienced practitioners there will be talks and discussions on a variety of topics customised to your needs.
The atmosphere will be friendly and light-hearted, and the schedule allows plenty of time for rest.
You’ll even be able to explore private nature trails, take a refreshing swim in the creek or dam and pick the fresh fruit growing on the property.
The quiet location makes it the ideal place to reset and rest. And with exclusive access to the entire property and all its facilities, including a magnesium pool, infrared sauna, odin ice bath and two outdoor showers you’ll be spoilt for choice.
“Step into a world of serenity and natural beauty at Wybalena… The gorgeous farm style accommodations are a sanctuary for the soul; a space that invites you to unwind, reconnect and find inner peace.”
Teachers & Approach
The retreat is led by two warm, friendly and experienced teachers: Matt Young, Director of the Melbourne Meditation Centre, and Agnes Gonfaus, from Natural Curiosity.
They’ve designed the retreat to be a perfect place for you to rest, relax and restore your wellbeing.
Whilst on retreat you won’t have to worry about a thing. All your needs will be taken care of and you’ll get to enjoy a simple, slower pace of life. Your meals will be lovingly prepared by our expert chefs and you’ll be able to take time out to sleep, read or enjoy the beautiful natural location.
The atmosphere on retreat is friendly and laid-back. You don’t have to get up before dawn, or sit in silence for hours on end. Nor will you have to endure long talks, a demanding schedule or bland food.
Matt and Agnes will be able to offer you valuable insights into your meditation practice. They’ll share unique an innovative approaches to meditation, introduce you to helpful concepts and techniques, and facilitate discussions in which you’ll be able to hear and learn from your fellow retreat participants.
Accommodation
You can choose between single and twin/double rooms with shared or ensuite bathrooms. View detailed descriptions, photographs and pricing.
All prices are per person and include food, accommodation, fees for tuition and transport from/to Gold Coast airport.
What To Expect
On retreat there will be periods of meditation, yoga, qigong, talks and group discussion. Free time will be given for you to walk, swim, read and take time off.
What’s included:
- 7 nights’ accommodation.
- Fully catered retreat with three healthy and hearty vegetarian meals per day, including dinner on the day of arrival and breakfast on the day of departure.
- Tea and coffee station.
- Daily meditation (sitting and moving meditation).
- Daily yoga (nourishing yin yoga and slow vinyasa flow with variations to cater for complete beginners as well as for more advanced practitioners) and integrative qigong.
- Meditation and mindfulness instruction for all levels.
- Walks along the coast and through the rainforest.
- Private space to practice meditation and yoga.
- Yoga mat and props. You can bring your own yoga mat if you prefer.
- Access to outdoor wellness area (magnesium pool, infrared sauna, odin ice bath and two outdoor showers).
Charter bus to and from Gold Cast airport.
What’s not included:
- Flights to and from Gold Coast airport.
- Extra snacks, drinks and desserts.
- Travel insurance.
- Massage (optional treatments).
Meals
Three hearty vegetarian meals are provided each day, along with a variety of teas, coffee and snacks. We can cater for those with special dietary needs, including those requiring vegan or gluten, wheat and dairy-free meals.
Getting There
Wybalena Organic Farm is at 789 The Pocket Rd, The Pocket, NSW 2483.
You will need to arrange flights to and from the Gold Coast Airport.
A shuttle bus to and from Gold Coast Airport has been arranged (at no extra charge to you):
Shuttle bus to the retreat centre will depart Gold Coast Airport at 2pm on Sunday 7th of September 2025.
Shuttle bus will arrive at Gold Coast Airport around 11am for departing flights on Friday 12th of September 2025.
Scheduled flight times need to be coordinated accordingly.
Save $200 by booking
before January 31, 2024.