Sunday February 9th 2025 9.30am - 4.30pm
Are you ready to strengthen your health with proven wellbeing tools AND get back on track post festive season?
Then join us for a full day of seasonal insights, leading science and ancient wisdom to refresh and set-up your health for 2025.
You arrive and…
…walk into the retreat wellness temple immediately cool and relaxed in the commercial grade air-conditioning. As your hearing attunes to the gentle sounds of solfeggio frequencies that transmute stress, you begin to notice a ripple of serenity through your body and mind.
Unfolding into each expertly guided experience melting all your tension away, you inhale deeply welcoming calm to expand within your mind and a sense of inspirational flow through your body. As day comes to a close, you exhale fully, pause and express gratitude for the shared journey. As the retreat concludes, you leave completely refreshed and observe the impact as you make the return journey home.
At Manava Retreats, we create spaces of mindful pause and sacred stillness.
In a constantly changing environment, sharing stillness in connection with others opens the sacred space between where we can pause, breathe and rest.
Our intentional containers allow you to do just that… step away from the outside world and into the inner landscape where head and heart unite. Here is where the wisdom of wellbeing lies, within the whispers of the soul.
Guest Interview from Manava's Winter Restore Full Day Retreat July 2024 held at the iconic House of Alcheme on the Sunshine Coast. Filmed & edited by Wren Media.
Reboot your body + mind
Consciously release the festive season. Deeply recharge body, mind and soul. Re-focus on your wellbeing goals. And return home with the clarity of calm.
Do you LOVE the celebration of Summer and at the same time feel concerned about sustaining your energy reserves?
Are you a little worried that getring carried away during your holiday festivities will result in falling behind on your wellbeing goals?
If that’s a yes, then we’ve got you!
We have expertly designed this Summer Refresh Full Day Retreat as an opportunity to slow down and reboot as we power up for the year ahead.
Why SUMMER REFRESH?
Our invitation to you is to press pause, to breathe and experience how to mindfully respond in each moment.
INSPIRE yourself this Summer learning…
how to let go of doing and embrace being
how to regulate the nervous system through connection and meditation.
how to confidently navigate the start of a new year with clarity of mind.
how to power up your nutrition and get back on track after the ‘silly season’.
how to strengthen the anchor of calm within that supports beter wellbeing.
Leave the day with a refreshed sense of presence and self-awareness of you!
PROFESSIONAL PLANT-BASED RETREAT CATERING
Whilst sipping on naturopathic-created medicinal iced tea tonic to activate focus, you set meaningful intentions for this luxurious day of personal wellbeing and connection.
An opportunity to reflect on the start of 2025 and sharing insights with likeminded retreat guests over lunch whilst integrating the wisdom received during the day retreat sessions.
Professional plant-based catering featuring seasonal produce and medicinal food for summer wellbeing offered as your healthy lunch and afternoon tea.
SAMPLE MENU
ON ARRIVAL
Australian Native Medicinal Iced Tea Tonic with Served with Citrus Caffeine Free GF DF Vegan.
LUNCH
THISTLE & WOOD GRAZING BOARD GF DF Vegetarian
Chef prepared selection of vegetables, nuts, seeds and pulse dishes, Hummus with spiced dukkah, Curried chickpea salad, Roasted balsamic mushroom & Baby onions, Confit tomato & buffalo mozz salad, Carrot jalapeno relish, Rocket & Sunflower Seed Pesto, Crackers
SUNSHINE COAST SOURDOUGH BAKERY
Local long-ferment ancient grain ‘korasan’ sourdough served with Pepe Saya served with chilli peanut butter and award-winning vegan cheeses DF Vegan
SUMMER FRUIT & FRESH MINT SALAD GF DF
Sourced from local growers in the Sunshine Coast region served alongside Mango Coyo Yoghurt filled with clinically researched probiotics BB-12® and L-CASEI 431® GF DF Vegan.
AFTERNOON TEA
FRESH CHAI CO Caffeine Free GF DF Vegan Dandelion Chai served with/without Bon Soy Mylk.
BANANA RASPBERRY BREAD GF DF Vegan served with Pepe Saya cultured butter.
MAHALO BLISS BALLS GF DF Vegan
NOTE: Depending on regional weather impacting seasonal produce, meals listed above may be adjusted to accommodate catering and chef team.
Day Retreat Venue:
An iconic wellbeing in the centre of Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast country is full of spiritual significance to the traditional custodians, the Kabi Kabi nation. There are a great number of sacred and ceremonial sites, on Kabi Kabi land. Many bora rings still exist and can be visited. The Kabi Kabi ancient stories include how the Maroochy River was formed by Maroochy’s tears when she found Gul’ums beheaded body now known as Mount Coolum.
Located not far from where the Maroochy River meets the ocean, House of Alcheme is an iconic state of art wellness and longevity therapies centre and sacred sanctuary that welcomes health revitalisation and renewal. As you step into the centre, it’s calming energy and gentle high frequency sounds will instantly transport you. Be refreshed within of the energetically coded and spaciously air-conditioned space of Delphi where Summer Refresh is held.
Book Wellness Therapies:
Enjoy proven wellness and longevity therapies pre-retreat at the iconic House of Alcheme.
Contrast Therapy (1-2 persons)
Magnesium Float (1-2 persons)
Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber (1 person)
Normatec Compression (1-2 persons)
Sunlighten InfraRed Sauna (1-3 persons)
Bookings are separate to your retreat entry pass and offered from 8am until 9.30am to preserve peaceful spaciousness during our exclusive full day retreat experience commencing from 10am.
SUMMER REFRESH Full Day Retreat IS for you if….
You are ready to power up for 2025 with a complete body and mind refresh.
You are seeking to let go of constant fatigue to enjoy the remaining days of summer!
You are open to exploring wellbeing under the expert guidance of our holistic health practitioners.
You are interested in a seasonal approach to wellness and mindful practices to restore your soul.
You are keen to connect with other likeminded tribe who are ready to relax and recharge.
You are excited to try evidence based longevity therapies guided by a professional.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT SUMMER REFRESH?
☀️ Retreat Welcome, Introductions and Seasonal Intention Setting.
☀️ Seasonal Qi-Gong to realign the breath and body with Dr Olivia Kamran.
☀️ Seasonal Insights on how to Reboot Nutrition post holidays with Karin Littleton.
☀️ Professionally catered light lunch with gluten free, vegan and dairy free options.
☀️ Seasonal Myofascial Roll + Release session with Amy Livingstone.
☀️ Tools to Power Up Your Mental Wellbeing in 2025 with Dr Olivia Kamran.
☀️ Non Sleep Deep Rest Meditation with Amy Livingstone RYT.
☀️ Afternoon Tea with like-minded tribe also passionate about wellbeing.
☀️ Retreat Closing and Seasonal Wellbeing Take-home Gift (valued at $95 rrp).
ABOUT THE HOSTS
At Summer Refresh Day Retreat, you can expect to enjoy interactive sessions with local holistic health experts who bring masterful facilitation, passion for community wellbeing, seasonal insights and simple tools to easily apply at home.
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Dr Olivia Kamran
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST, QI GONG INSTRUCTOR & FITNESS COACH
Gather Health, Peregian Beach
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist and Mind Body Wellness coach. I am devoted to helping individuals achieve optimal mental and physical health, wellbeing, and happiness in their life. My motivation to work as a psychologist arises from my deep compassion for people, to help others feel healthy and live happily. I have a specific interest in Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI), the study of the Mind Body connection, the interaction between psychological processes, the nervous and immune systems of the human body and disease. I hold a strong commitment to providing a service to humanity and helping others reach their potential.
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Amy Livingstone
HOLISTIC THERAPIST, MASTER COACH, MEDITATION TEACHER
Founder, Manava Wellness
With a background in trauma informed care and mental wellbeing, I enjoy supporting clients of all ages in recovery, rehabilitation and performance health. A personal long battle with Lymes Disease ignited my passion to enable positive change through combining therapeutic treatment with educational experiences for optimal outcomes.
A holistic therapist of myofascial release and biodynamic craniosacral, I am also a certified yoga, meditation and qi-gong instructor. I specialises in women's health particularly auto-immune, peri-menopause / menopause and antenatal care.
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Karin Littleton
SPORTS & EXERCISE NUTRITIONIST, HEALTH COACH & EDUCATOR
Founder, KazLit Nutrition
A devoted nutritionist and health coach, I specialises in helping active women navigate the complexities of nutrition, especially during pivotal life transitions such as perimenopause and menopause.
My approach not only enhances physical well-being but also fosters a deeper connection with one's body. I holds a Bachelor of Nutrition, specialising in Sports and Exercise Nutrition, fueling my passion for turning dietary challenges into opportunities for growth and vitality. I am an essential partner for women seeking a balanced, energised life.
BEGIN 2025 MINDFULLY, PAUSE WITH US.
MORE ABOUT What People Are Saying
“Thank you so much Amy…for an amazing weekend retreat. When I went back to work on Tuesday people looked and me and said, "You look different."
I am sure it was the tension on my face that had disappeared from the pampering I received. I loved everything about the retreat. The venue was stunning and located an easy hour's drive from home (in the northern suburbs). The studio was perfect (warm with views) and the variety of classes were at sensible times of the day. The fresh organic veg food prepared…was delicious…you knew you were in for an epicurean treat at every meal.
The Ayurvedic facial, the hot stone massage, the open fires, the beautiful views from the house, strolling in the garden, taking an easy walk to the shops and blending essential oils make it sound like we were busy, but there was time for a chat, or a nap, to read a book or magazine, or just daydream.
I know I will need to book in early next time, because you can't keep something this good a secret for long.
— Julie W. Finance Manager, University of Melbourne
EARLY BIRD OFFER + 4 BRING A FRIEND PASSES ONLY!
HOW TO REGISTER FOR SUMMER REFRESH
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BOOK YOUR DAY RETREAT TICKET
Click the button below to book your Day Retreat ticket. Look out for booking confirmation email from us here at Manava. It may go to your Junk or Spam folders. Let us know your dietary needs. We send a Retreat Info Pack 2 days prior to event with all you need to know to arrive relaxed.
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BOOK YOUR WELLBEING EXPERIENCE
Experience health optimisation therapies designed to promote well-being. You will be professionally guided by House of Alcheme Therapies Manager with personalized care and attention. Shower facilitates available. First booking first choice basis (medical contraindications excepted).
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PREPARE YOUR RETREAT INTENTION
As you prepare to attend SUMMER REFRESH Day Retreat, we recommend also tuning inwards on what your retreat intention may be. An intention is a way to connect with your heart’s desire. Putting an intention into words gives you something to work with available at any time.
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RETREAT FAQs
Is there free parking available?
Yes there is plenty on street parking available onsite and un-metered parking in the surrounding streets. There is also all day paid parking station across from the venue.
Can I get a refunds?
The retreat pass is non-refundable however if written request received at minimum 2 days prior to event, we will consider the transfer of your ticket for another guest to attend in your place.
Is the retreat and venue accessibility friendly?
Yes. Please contact us to confirm we can adequately cater for your needs.
Can I bring child/partner?
Manava Wellness Day Retreats are not suitable for children under 15 years. Partners are welcome. Please book Full Day Retreat ticket for each person who is attending the event.
Does the property have shower facilities?
Yes, there are shower facilities available at the venue.
What do I need to bring?
We supply all the equipment you will need for every session at the event. If you prefer to have your own mat, blanket or eye pillow, you’re welcome to bring whatever you need.
