Rest and Restore Retreat
June 11th - 14th' 2021
Treat your self for a weekend of Self-Care, reflective time, physical rest through Meditation and Visualization. Detox, de-stress, and heal your entire being with our enchanted schedule of restorative meditation and yoga, one-on-one guidance, and total rejuvenation. This is the perfect retreat to discover the basics of meditation, yoga, and receive the tools to continue your transformation long after you return home.
Highlights:
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Yoga twice a day
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Premium rooms with nature views
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Delicious meals
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Restorative de-stressing sessions
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Self-Care workshop
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Crystal Sound bowl healing session
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Warm group environment
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Two Massage and Reiki therapies
What to expect
Yoga:
All activities in our program are included and the opportunity to attend all of the yoga and meditation sessions. The schedule is designed to include two yoga classes a day, apart from Friday which will only include one yoga class after your arrival. Morning classes are intended to be with more movement to start that day and warm up, in this retreat we will focus on Gentle and De-stressing practices. The evening classes are a restorative style to prepare us for a good night sleep. We specialize on Traditional Hatha and Restorative styles. We will focus on restful yoga postures, breathing practices and relaxation techniques.
We feel dedicated to your personal evolution. Our team of wellness experts provides workshops and education to help you achieve your health related goals. Our guest speakers and lifestyle mentors support deep inner work to facilitate lasting and real change on your mindset and perspective toward healthy living. Learn more about quality sleep, stress management, healthy eating habits and food choices to take home knowledge that sustains your well-being.
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Workshops:
On Saturday we will dive into the neuroscience of Self-Care and Rest. We will talk about essencial information about what happens when we stress. Through simple language we will learn how our body and mind changes when we become tired, sick and things that affect our performance. We will provide a safe space for participants to feel comfortable sharing giving us an opportunity to listen deeply and express authentically. The aim of these workshops are to encourage people to understand that the love they give to themselves from themselves is to be valued and used daily.
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Massage Therapy: During the Retreat we will allow time for our guests to enjoy TWO - 30-min sessions of their choice as reflexology, reiki, scalp & neck or alike through a specialized therapists. This is an ideal treat to de-stress and rejuvenate yourself.
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We will enjoy a Sound Healing evening session on Saturday. This is a form of vibrational healing which works on the energy system of the body in ways similar to Homoeopathy, Crystal Healing, Reiki and Bach flower remedies to name a few. The crystal ‘singing’ bowl is made of quartz and the effect upon the body and consciousness of the individual is tremendous. Crystal Sound baths help to facilitate a shift in your brain waves so that a deep state of meditation and internal healing can occur. Crystal sound therapy is just one way of achieving a meditative state without having to master the practice of meditation. This experience is perfect for beginners however those more experienced can reach a theta state (deep meditation) or even a delta state (where internal healing can occur).
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Walking trails:
Sanctuary Hill is surrounded by the lush greenery of the Taranaki region. During this Retreat you can walk around the property to enjoy the views of Mt. Taranaki, listen to the birds of the region, walk through the orchard and visit the different areas around our property. If you are feeling more invited to rest back and enjoy the view, you can relax in our various outdoor areas to bask in nature.
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Meals:
The carefully prepared meals at Sanctuary Hill have a special mention on our guide. Our chef crafts extraordinary menus that are rich in natural, whole foods and herbs and contain no artificial substances or common allergens. Chef prepares all meals with seasonal, organic, locally available ingredients and with as much naturally grown ingredients from our own garden. Beautiful, delicious and so, so good for you—the food we serve is meticulously prepared to fuel both body and soul. All special dietary requirements are accommodated.
Accommodation:
We provide shared accommodation, with two or three guest per room. The maximum number for our groups are 10 guests.
Our modern luxury bedrooms are equipped with 100% cotton linen ant towels. We also have an option for couples to accommodate in a king size bedroom.
We invite our guests to unwind: take a walk, explore the property, read a book from our library, journal, connect with nature and wildlife, and relax in the hot tub.
Prices
Two Night Program:
Shared Bedroom: $625 each (this is for single travelers that share a double or triple occupancy room)
Private Bedroom: $900 for single occupancy
Private Double Room: $1,250 for 2 guests (this is a private room for a couple or 2 friends traveling together)
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Three Night Program:
Shared Bedroom: $835 each (this is for single travelers that share a double or triple occupancy room)
Private Bedroom: $1,100 for single occupancy
Private Double Room: $1,670 for 2 guests (this is a private room for a couple or 2 friends traveling together)
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We offer Extended Stay Packages if you wish to stay at Sanctuary Hill after/before your Retreat.
Our packages can include accommodation, meals and access to our daily yoga schedule.
2-night Program:
Friday
5:00pm Arrival meet & greet
6:00pm Evening Gentle Yoga session
7:30pm Dinner
8:15pm Meditation
Saturday
7:00am Morning Yoga
8:30am Breakfast
9:30am Self - Care Workshop
12:45pm Lunch / free time / therapies
5:30pm Restorative Yoga
7:00pm Dinner
8:00pm Evening Sound Healing
Sunday
7:00am Morning Yoga
9:00am Breakfast
10:00am Free time / massages
1:00pm Lunch
3:00pm Departure for 2-night Guests
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3 -night Program:
Sunday continued
3:30pm Stress Release Workshop
6:00pm Restorative Yoga
7:00pm Dinner
8:00pm Meditation
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Monday
7:00am Gentle Yoga session
9:00am Breakfast
10:00am Q&A Session
12:00pm Closing circle and Departure
About New Plymouth
Transportation:
Sanctuary Hill is located only 15 minute drive from the New Plymouth Airport. We are happy to organize a shuttle service with an independent specialized company which normally charges NZ$35 dlls one-way. \
New Plymouth is the major city of the Taranaki Region on the west coast of the North Island of New Zealand.
Notable features are the botanic gardens (i.e. Pukekura Park), the critically acclaimed Len Lye Centre and Art Gallery, the 11 km (6.8 mi) Coastal Walkway alongside the Tasman Sea, the Len Lye-designed artwork known as the Wind Wand, Paritutu Rock, and views of Mount Taranaki/Egmont. New Plymouth Airport has daily services from Air New Zealand and Jetstar airlines.
What YOGA means to us
Yoga is at the heart of our retreats, and we offer the real deal. From the physical practice, the environment where you move, the food you eat, is all part of the philosophy of an integrative way of living. The goal of the physical practice is to challenge you physically but most importantly to quiet the mind. That’s what yoga is all about – calming the mind. And that’s what we teach on our yoga retreats. You will feel re-energized and restored both physically and mentally.
We are truly looking forward to welcome you to join us on an amazing adventure. Have a question we've not yet answered? Please don't hesitate on contacting us.
Terms and Conditions
Please make your reservation as early as possible as spaces on our retreats are limited. Before payment, please read our Terms and Conditions here. Payment of your deposit equates to agreeing to the booking conditions. Should you require further clarifications of any of the conditions, we encourage you to contact us.
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