NOT SO SERIOUS WOMEN’S Yoga Retreats in AUSTRALIA & EUROPE
Besides teaching private & corporate yoga and Pilates in Melbourne, I have been facilitating yoga holidays & retreats for women from all walks of life since 2017. These fabulous female getaways take place in stunning destinations in Victoria (Australia), Bali, and Greece. Trips are organised in collaboration with Retreat Here, sister company to Sabijn Linssen Yoga.
All yoga holidays offer a 'different kind of retreat experience' - one that's not so serious and spiritual. They are the perfect getaway for women who love - or want to learn about - yoga, need a break from daily life, but also want a little more than carrot juice and kale salads. With over 15 years of travel and event planning skills, retreat packages are carefully curated to ensure a memorable and relaxing holiday.
Just to be clear, we welcome all womxn and anybody identifying as a woman.
SMALL-SCALE & DOWN-TO-EARTH yoga holidays
Our unpretentious yoga retreats are for women who enjoy the good things in life: delicious food and wine, a beautiful sunset, inspiring conversations, yoga and movement, rest and relaxation, and exploring new destinations and cultures.
All women’s travel tours and retreats are small and intimate, with a maximum number of guests of 12. Think of them as a boutique getaway with a personalised and inclusive experience in a supportive, fun and down-to-earth environment.
“Self-care is not selfish. It is necessary.”
UNIQUE YOGA RETREAT VENUES & ACCOMMODATION
STYLISH & SUSTAINABLE
Our goal is to create meaningful getaways that have a lasting positive impact on our retreat guests and the destinations we visit. We only book accommodation that supports local communities, use eco-friendly products and materials, and provide local produce - or even better - make their own. We love venues that prioritise our planet and cause minimal impact to their natural surroundings.
YOGA RETREAT ITINERARIES
Retreat guests can expect well-balanced and handcrafted itineraries, including yoga & Pilates, healthy gourmet foods paired with delicious wines (optional, of course), and the right balance between activities and free time. The idea behind our yoga & wine escapes is to offer women a chance to nourish body, mind and tastebuds.
Expect amazing yoga sessions, freshly cooked meals, and inspiring conversations at the dinner table. Look forward to create genuine connections, laugh a lot, and feel supported at the same time.
Don’t expect to be woken up at 5am or be judged if you want to skip the morning class. We expect you to do what’s right for you.
Everything is optional.
There is absolutely no pressure if you want to sleep in, instead of joining a yoga class. If you prefer to have a day to yourself reading a book by the pool rather than joining an activity, you are more than welcome to do so.
Remember, this is YOUR holiday.
A QUINTESSENTIAL RETREAT DAY
Whereas retreat schedules vary depending on the destination, venue and length of the holiday, here’s what you can expect from a typical retreat day in Victoria, Greece and Bali.
A TYPICAL DAY IN VICTORIA, AU
7.30am | Vinyasa slow flow
9am | Healthy breakfast
10am-12.30pm | Free time, optional morning walk
12.30pm | Healthy lunch
2-5pm | Free time and/or massages and/or activity
5pm | Yin or Yoga Nidra
6.30pm | Canapés and bubbles
7pm | Feasting table and wine-tasting by local winery
A TYPICAL DAY IN GREECE OR BALI
7.45am | 90 mins Vinyasa slow flow
10.30am | Sumptuous Brunch
11am-3pm | Free Time and/or massages and/or excursion
3pm | Afternoon snacks
5pm | Meditation, Slow Stretches or Sound Healing
6.30pm | Poolside cocktail/mocktail hour
7pm | Healthy dinner with (optional) wine or lemon-infused water
RETREAT LOCATIONS & YOGA HOLIDAY DESTINATIONS
Our women’s holidays are held at various locations in Australia, Asia and Europe. We always try to source the most peaceful and unique destinations where you can immerse yourself in nature, and enjoy a true relaxation retreat. We work with local suppliers, massage therapists, wineries and caterers to bring you the best of the local produce on offer. Find out more about our Yoga Retreat & Holiday Destinations below.
ps. if you own a retreat venue in a magical location and you think it would be a good fit, feel free to contact us!
VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA
VICTORIA
Some of our most popular Australia yoga retreats
take place in the Yarra Valley (hello cheese and wine!),
the Otway Ranges (hello mother nature), and
the Mornington Peninsula (hello Hot Springs!).
KEFALONIA, GREEK ISLANDS
GREECE
What’s not to love about the Greek Islands?
Sea food & Saganaki, beautiful beaches,
quaint villages, amazing wine, hiking trails,
the best sunsets, and lazy pool days!
BALI, INDONESIA
BALI
Our yoga retreat in Bali takes place in Uluwatu.
Think private pool villa in a tropical hideaway place,
walking distance to the beach. Enjoy sound healing, excursions,
delicious food and the best Balinese massages.
TUSCANY, ITALY
ITALY
Rolling hills, enchanting vineyards, lavender fields,
olive groves, sunshine, medieval villages,
glamorous cities, the best wine, art & history,
pizza(!), this is what dreams are made of..
NOT SURE IF A WOMEN'S ONLY YOGA HOLIDAY IS FOR YOU?
We like to think that our fabulous all-female Yoga Retreats are perfect for women who:
want to travel but don't have anyone to go with
want to travel solo but are a little hesitant or don't know where to start
want to connect with other women and potentially create long lasting friendships
feel burnt out and/or in need of some time to themselves, to rejuvenate, relax and prioritise their own wellbeing
think that most yoga retreats are too 'full on' or too spiritually inclined.
love to practice yoga or want to try yoga, but don't feel comfortable with welcome circles (where you introduce yourself to the group) or chanting
who prefer to get to know fellow retreat guests organically, whilst swapping stories at the dinner table
want a girlfriend getaway but her girlfriends are too busy or simply cannot travel right now
would like the opportunity to connect with like minded women, and potentially make new friends for life.
It might be worth knowing that many of our previous retreat guests have become friends with each other (and with myself!).
WANT TO JOIN THE RETREAT AS A SOLO TRAVELLER
Having lived in the Mediterranean, I truly love bringing a group of likeminded women together to share food and stories at the dinner table. I want everyone to feel comfortable and supported, whether they join the retreat as a solo traveller or with their friend, sister or mother. You can expect a safe, supportive and friendly environment from the moment you arrive.
WHAT IF I AM A BEGINNER AT YOGA?
No problem. We offer a variety of Vinyasa and Yin Classes that are catered to all-levels, which means adjustments are given to those who want to take it a little easier, and challenges are given to those who want them. Besides Vinyasa, Yin and calming meditations, we also offer Pilates and Yogalates classes so you can get a sweat on (if you want to!). We’re big on providing movement classes that are geared towards increasing mobility (strength AND flexibility), and we believe Yoga and Pilates complement one another really well.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM OUR YOGA & PILATES CLASSES
No chanting. All-levels.
Working on strength & flexibility.
Fun, yet intelligently sequenced.
Judgment free environment.
Listen to your body.
Breathe.
Feel better.
REAL REVIEWS BY REAL CLIENTS
“I have been on multiple retreats now through Retreat Here and will continue to do so as each retreat is fantastic - they are thoughtfully scheduled, with a great balance between unscheduled time, classes and group socialisation time. Sab is genuine and welcoming and you can easily attend solo, knowing that the other attendees are going to be like minded and the company enjoyable.”
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