Awaken & Bloom
Spring Full Moon Yoga & Sound Retreat
25–27 September 2026
Swami’s Yoga Retreat, Kenthurst NSW
A gentle invitation to step away from the noise
and return to yourself.
Held over the Spring Full Moon, this weekend offers space to rest, reset, and reconnect.
As the season shifts and opens, you are given the opportunity to do the same… in your own way, at your own pace.
A Quiet Yes
This retreat is for you if you’re feeling…
Overwhelmed by daily life
Tired, mentally or physically
Disconnected from yourself
In need of space to pause and breathe
Or simply…
Ready for a weekend that feels nourishing and easy
Wanting to feel lighter, clearer, and more like yourself again
Close to Home,
Far from the Noise…
If travel feels out of reach right now…
If plans have been delayed, changed, or it feels like too much to organise
this is your opportunity to step away without going far.
A weekend retreat right here in Sydney.
No flights. No long itineraries.
Just arrive, settle in, and be looked after.
Think of it as a home stay for your nervous system
where everything is taken care of
and you are free to fully switch off.
What You May Walk Away With…
It’s not just about stepping away
it’s also what you can return to your life with…
Waking without rushing
A sense of calm that feels natural, not forced
Deeper, more restorative sleep
Clearer thinking and less mental noise
A lightness in your body
Space to reflect without pressure
Genuine connection with like minded people
Time in nature that truly restores
And often
a quiet remembering of what it feels like to feel like yourself again…
Your Weekend Experience
A carefully held weekend blending movement, stillness, sound and breathing… all designed to support your nervous system to settle and restore.
Friday ...
Arrive and Settle
From 3:30pm check in, Greet, unpack, exhale.
4:30pm - Yin Yoga, Your first chance to arrive fully in your body
5:30pm - Dinner together
7:30pm - An evening experience to ease you gently into the weekend
9:00pm - Whisper Time
Saturday ... Your Full Day
7:00am Morning Stretch and Breathwork
8:00am Nature walk
9:00am Breakfast
10:30am Morning yoga practice
12.30pm Lunch together
2:00pm Vision Board Journey
4:30pm Movement and stillness
5:30pm Dinner
7:30pm Full Moon Sound Bath
9.00pm Whisper Time
Sunday ... Continue and Return
Morning stretch and breathe, walk and yoga followed by a closing circle
12:30pm Lunch
Free time to use Swami's facilities
Pool, spa, steam room, walking trails
3:30pm Departure
N.B. We may change the schedule to meet the needs of the group as the weekend unfolds.
Every session is designed to meet you where you are.
Nothing is forced.
Nothing is rushed.
The schedule holds the shape
of the weekend...
the real experience lives
in the spaces between.
The Venue
Nestled in the serene bushland of Swami’s Yoga Retreat in Kenthurst, NSW, this retreat offers a sanctuary away from the noise and pace of everyday life. Surrounded by native trees, open skies, and fresh country air, the space is designed to allow your nervous system to soften and your mind to slow.
Wander along quiet paths, feel the sun filtering through leaves, or simply sit with a cup of tea and watch nature move around you. The grounds invite gentle connection with the environment and with yourself, supporting reflection, rest, and renewal.
With spaces for movement, meditation, and stillness, the retreat encourages presence at your own pace. Every detail from the peaceful sleeping arrangements to the communal areas, has been considered to create an atmosphere of calm, safety, and ease.
Here, you are free to switch off, breathe, and let the natural surroundings support your return to balance and clarity.
Meet Your Facilitators
Trace Nikitaras and Donna McLaurin are Swami Sarasvati trained senior yoga teachers and long standing instructors at Swami’s Yoga and Wellness Retreat.
Together, they bring over 20 years of experience in teaching yoga
with further studies in:
Yoga Therapy
Meditation
Trauma informed practices
Women’s wellness & Pregnancy
Nutrition
Sound Therapy
Breath Retraining
They are known for creating a space that feels grounded, safe, and supportive allowing you to fully rest, reset, and reconnect.
Meet Trace
A senior Sarasvati Yoga Teacher and mentor at Swami's Retreat,
A Certified Breath RetrainingTherapist and A Mental Health Aware Yoga Therapist C-AAYT.
At Awaken and Bloom Trace leads...
Therapeutic Breathwork
Restorative Yin Yoga
Full Moon Sound Bath
Meditation Walks and Guided Stillness
Known for holding space where women feel safe, seen and able to go deeper than they expected.
Meet Donna
A senior Sarasvati Yoga Teacher and mentor at Swami's Retreat with further studies in Yoga of Birth, Nutrition, Holistic Health Coaching and Ayurveda.
At Awaken and Bloom Donna leads...
Gentle Flow Hatha Yoga
Vision Board Journey
Free Movement Expression
Meditation and Guided Stillness
Playful, caring and steady... with just enough fire to help you surprise yourself.
Whilst we co-create and hold the weekend together…
each of us brings our own distinct gifts to the retreat.
Accommodation
& Investment
Join the 20 women who have already booked their rooms and glamping tents…
We are waiting for you to gift yourself this space in time…
Only 2 places remaining…
Come on… we know you want to!
Single Ensuite Room
$1098/per person
Single Glamping Tent
Sold Out $778/per person
Twin Ensuite Room
$838/per person
Twin Glamping Tent
Sold Out $598/per person
This retreat is intentionally kept small to ensure a more personal and supported experience.
With limited single ensuite rooms and single glamping tent options available, early booking is recommended
Tents are sold out!
Join Us
If you’re ready to step out of the busyness and into something quieter, steadier, and more supportive
Leave feeling lighter, calmer, and more connected
We look forward to welcoming you.
Big Love Trace & Donna
Have questions or need more details about the Awaken & Bloom Retreat?
Contact us using the form below, and we’d be happy to provide additional information or arrange a no obligation time to chat.
FAQ
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Your retreat experience includes:
Accommodation for two nights
All meals throughout the weekend Friday night Dinner through to Sunday Lunch
All retreat sessions and experiences including yoga, meditation, breathwork, and sound healingEverything is designed so you can arrive, settle in, and be fully supported throughout your stay.
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Transport to and from the retreat venue is not included.
Any additional personal purchases, private sessions including massages, or optional extras outside the retreat program are also not included.
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Not at all.
This retreat is designed to welcome all levels, including complete beginners.
You’ll be guided in a supportive and inclusive environment where you can move at your own pace, without pressure or expectation.
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Yes, completely.
Many people attend on their own and arrive feeling unsure. What often unfolds is a sense of ease, connection, and comfort as the weekend progresses.
You are always free to take space when you need it or connect with others when it feels right.
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Your safety and wellbeing are a priority.
If you have an injury or any health concerns, we recommend letting us know in advance. You are also welcome to arrange a call before booking if you would like reassurance.
Before the retreat, you will complete a participant form so we can better understand your needs.
All practices are guided with options and modifications, and you are always encouraged to listen to your body and move in a way that feels right for you.
BOOKING & POLICIES
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You can either avail the full payment, payment plan with a 50% deposit to secure your place.
Your booking is confirmed once a payment has been received. The remaining balance must be paid prior to the retreat 30 days prior to the retreat.
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Yes.
Payment plans are available for bookings made up until 31 July. All payments must be finalised before the retreat begins.
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The initial payment or deposit is non refundable.
If you are unable to attend, the remaining 50% balance can be credited towards a future stay or offering at Swami’s Yoga Retreat.
This credit is non refundable and subject to availability.
Strictly no refunds 30 days before the retreat date. -
Yes.
If you can no longer attend, you may transfer your full booking to another guest.
You will need to arrange this directly and provide the new guest’s details to the retreat organisers. The booking will remain under the same terms and conditions.
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Yes.
If you book on or before 30th April, you will receive:
$100 off your retreat package
A limited edition yoga mat
This offer is only available within the promotional period and cannot be exchanged for cash or transferred.
