Situated on 60 acres of tranquil bushland and only 55 minutes from the centre of Sydney, Swamis Yoga Retreat offers yoga, Qi Gong and meditation classes inspired by yoga expert Swami Sarasvati, as well as massages and nutrition advice. Through decades of research, practice and limitless enthusiasm for her lifestyle, Swami became one of Australia’s original and foremost yoga experts. Let Swami’s team help you to enhance and enrich your life towards a sense of inner peace, personal freedom and natural energy.

Guests have full use of the retreat’s wide range of facilities including pool, spa, sauna, gym and tennis/basketball court. Optional massage, weight loss, stress management, and quit smoking programs are also available upon request. Swami’s also offers the opportunity for guests to curate their own retreat – either booking out the centre for themselves and letting Swami’s team run the program or running your own retreat program at the centre.

Good For

Those that want to explore their yoga practice and relax in an affordable manner

Programmes & Offerings

Swami’s retreat packages include:

• Accommodation with en-suite
• Daily yoga and meditation classes
• Healthy vegetarian meals
• Additional activities
• Facilities (pool, gym, spa, sauna, tennis and basketball courts)
• Access to yoga, meditation and wellness books
• Discounts available for groups

A typical day at Swami’s consists of:

7.30 Wake up bell, 8.00 Morning affirmation walk, 8.30 Wake up yoga exercises or meditation, 9.00 Fruit and muesli breakfast, 10.30 Therapeutic yoga class, 12.30 Wholesome salad lunch, 2.30 Yoga Nidra (relaxation) class or Bush walk, 3.30 Free time to use the gym, sauna, spa or just relax by the pool, 4.00 Yoga, 5.30 Delicious vegetarian dinner, 7.30 Meditation or Evening Yoga, 8.30 Herbal tea, 10.00 Retire

Facilities

Fitness Facilities – The retreat is equipped with a pool, gym and a tennis / basketball court for those wanting to opt for a high intensity workout during their stay.

Treatments – Guests can opt into a therapeutic massage as an additional extra to their chosen retreat programme. A Swami massage will invigorate and energise your body and help to alleviate any pain and stress that you carry. Their therapists have a variety of different styles and can tailor your treatment to your needs.

Yoga – Yoga classes at Swamis are suited for all levels. You will be instructed to only go as far as you can and not to push or strain. Yoga is not about achieving the most impressive poses but rather challenging yourself at your own pace. Classes are conducted by professional yoga instructors who are close to Swami Sarasvati and follow her unique holistic yoga and meditation approach.

Food & Drink

Swami’s team prepares homemade vegetarian meals and herbal tea to ensure you get the energy you need for exercising throughout the day. Their chef can adapt the menu to your preferences and food allergies. The team can also provide you with the recipes for most dishes so that you can continue your wellness journey at home.

All meals are included with Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner / Morning & Afternoon Tea served, as well as herbal teas throughout the day.

Accommodation

Retreat accommodation consists of ten spacious and bright cabin-style rooms, each with en-suite bathroom and cosy bedding. Located by the pool, their single, twin or triple share guest rooms will ensure you have a beautiful and calm sleep. Swami’s also offers glamping options for those who fancy connecting with nature whilst on the retreat.

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