Retreats
Deeply curated experiences for women seeking rest, reconnection and renewal.
Spaces that soften, nourish and invite you home to yourself
For the past several years, I’ve co-created intimate Rise & Shine Retreats for women who are craving space to breathe, reflect, reconnect and be looked after for a change.
Each retreat is lovingly curated around a theme and an intentional journey we want to take our guests on.
These gatherings weave together combinations of the following:
restorative downtime
gentle yoga, meditation and mindful movement
reflective practices and journalling
creative expression
meaningful connection
experiences such as massage, sound bathing and cacao ceremonies
glorious environments
nourishing, wholesome food
unstructured space to simply be
group masterminds and 1:1 coaching
teaching sessions
story circles
intentional project time
Rise & Shine Retreats are grounding, expansive and deeply human – an invitation to return to yourself.
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Thank you for space!
Physically and emotionally. Not often in life are we nurtured like we have been the past two days.
Thank you for the simple reminder to take time, create space and sharpen our vision. A safe space to speak freely, feel openly and love ourselves fiercely.
★★★★★
— Deb
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The space and time just for me. A tranquil setting and a beautiful house was the perfect environment.
Add in coaching with Benita and yoga with Katrina to top it off.
I couldn't have asked for more and am leaving with a project well on its way to coming to life.
★★★★★
— Jess
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I have loved being a part of the Rise & Shine Retreat.
The feeling of being held and supported has been amazing.
It's been a real gift.
★★★★★
— Em
The Rise & Shine Retreat Journey
Since 2023, Rise & Shine Retreats have been held in some of Australia’s most beautiful, calming spaces:
Amara Retreat, Sunshine Coast, Queensland (2023) with Sunny Roberts
Temple Retreat, Brisbane, Queensland (2024) with Sunny Roberts
Lost and Round Retreat, Barham, NSW (2025) with Katrina Myers
Each one has sold out and offered its own flavour of rest, creativity, movement, connection and inner renewal. And each has confirmed how powerful it is for women to step away from their lives and into a space designed entirely for them.
2026 RETREAT - COMING SOON
Seen Again: The Immersion
Step fully out of your everyday roles, and step into a sanctuary of wellness and connection
Some of you will feel that the work we’re doing together wants more space.
Seen Again: The Immersion is a three‑night, in‑person experience being held at Sky High, which I’m hosting for those of you who want to step fully out of your everyday roles and step into a sanctuary of wellness and connection.
It provides distance from daily life so things can settle in more and come into focus.
I’ve intentionally limited this immersion to six women, and I’ll be staying in the house with you for the duration.
It will be calm, nourishing, and created with care.
Register Your Interest
If you'd like early access when bookings open, please submit an enquiry through the Contact page. Those on the expression of interest list will be notified first.
My retreats are created with intention, depth and care. If you feel the pull toward rest, renewal or reconnection, you’re warmly invited to reach out.
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