Sound Silence Stillness 
New Year's Eve Retreat

Sunday 31 December 2024

yoga • meditation • havan ceremony • sound journey • vegan afternoon tea & dinner ​• outdoor movie • midnight meditation • overnight options and morning program

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connection, ceremony, celebration.

Celebrate the transition into the new year in a meaningful and joyful way. New year’s eve is a profound and memorable moment of human connection - collectively we reflect on what has been, and put forward our shared intent for wellbeing and healing for the year ahead. When this is consciously shared, the energy and power is amplified.

This special Sound Silence Stillness evening program includes yoga, meditation, afternoon tea, then a traditional Havan under the setting sun and rising moon (Vedic fire ceremony for releasing past hurts and karma), followed by a sumptuous celebratory dinner. Back in our beautiful candlelit shala we'll formulate our individual and shared intentions for healing and life-purpose. You'll be lulled into a relaxed state of bliss by our sound healer/musician with crystal bowls, chimes, gongs and more. We end with meditation to deeply embed our intentions through the layers of body, mind, emotions and soul.

Retreat Highlights
• Revitalising hatha yoga
• Powerful, intentional pranayama & meditation
• Afternoon tea & festive dinner (vegan & gluten-free)
​• Havan (traditional vedic fire ceremony to release the past and receive blessings for future)
​• Candlelight Sound Healing Journey
• Visioning Meditation and Puja

Overnight Option
There is also the option to stay, sleeping in a beautiful shared room onsite, or camping under the stars in your own tent. The overnight option includes an outdoor movie after the official retreat program and then an open sky/open heart meditation to see in the new year; morning meditation and hatha yoga followed by a vegan breakfast.

This option includes the program and the following:
• Stay in a shared room in our retreat centre, or camp under the stars on the grounds in your own tent
• Outdoor movie under the stars
• Midnight meditation
• Morning meditation & yoga
• Vegan buffet breakfast

Details

evening program 
31 Dec 4pm-10pm. yoga, meditation, fire ceremony, afternoon tea, dinner, candlelight sound healing, puja.

overnight option  until 1st Jan 11am. stay in shared room or camp under the stars, movie, cacao, midnight meditation, morning meditation & yoga, vegan buffet breakfast.

Cost
• $180 evening program only
​• $360 program + stay in shared room 
• $300 program + camp in own tent

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Retreat program 
Afternoon/Evening Program
4.00pm Welcome & Meditation
4.30pm  Hatha Yoga
5.30pm  Afternoon Tea
6.00pm  Meditation & Pranayama
7.00pm Havan Fire ceremony (weather permitting)
7.30pm  Dinner
8.30pm  Sound Healing
9.30pm Meditation & Closing Circle
10.00pm Close.

​​​Evening Program
(for those staying overnight)
10.15pm Movie & cacao under the stars
12.00am Midnight Meditation

Morning Program
​(for those staying overnight)
7.00am Rise & Chai
7.30am Walk & Meditation
8.00am Hatha Yoga
10.00am Breakfast

about Kookaburra Yoga

step away from stress
​​Leave behind the stresses and worries of everyday life...
Regardless of circumstances and the stresses of everyday life, peace, calm and contentment are possible for all of us. Sometimes the solution is to simply stop trying to fix things, striving for the perfect life, or waiting for others or the world to right itself. Each of us has the capacity to retreat, for a short while, to nurture and replenish ourselves with nourishing spiritual practices to regain perspective and connect again with our inner self and life purpose. We're then able to emerge, replenished with awakened life-force, energy and clarity to go forward in life with peace in our hearts and joy in our step.
an evening of peace
The Sound Silence Stillness evening retreat program engages the senses through the beauty of the environment, healing sounds of nature and a guided sound journey with healing instruments. Even the food served is carefully balanced and prepared to nourish and nurture. You'll attune to the subtler sensations and fluctuations of mind through the Raja Yoga practices of asana, pranayama and mantra meditation - leading to a naturally quiet, transcendent and blissful state. It is here that you rest, before journeying deeper to balance and access your healing potential, shining the inner light on your unique gifts and true life purpose.
Kookaburra Creek
A unique sanctuary of peace and calm
Sound Silence Stillness is a retreat program carefully designed and facilitated by centre directors Robert and Mandy who have decades of experience practicing and teaching the subtle, powerful and transformational methods of yoga.
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​They have created Kookaburra Creek Yoga Centre to provide a unique sanctuary where seekers can deeply experience traditional yoga and meditation away from the usual distractions and busyness of every day life.​

about the program

Incredible location

Kookaburra Creek is an astoundingly beautiful 10 acre property in the Perth hills only 40 minutes from the CBD and Fremantle. It has abundance of native flora and fauna and is preserved as a sanctuary. The usual noises of life, and even those of your own mind, recede as the sounds of nature soothe the senses, transporting you to an inner world where silence and stillness become possible and healing occurs. 

Beautiful & serene venue

Kookaburra Creek is a spectacular natural wood octagonal building, built in the shape of a yantra, designed in accordance with Vastu Shastra - the traditional Indian system of space and building design which integrates built spaces and nature to ensure harmony and the flow of positive energy. Kookaburra Creek is a comfortable, airconditioned and spacious fully equipped studio. ​

Making yoga alive and real

The Kookaburra Yoga retreat program brings the history, philosophy and practices of yoga to life. We have an idea in our mind about what yoga is and even what life is, when in fact this is often a dream. The sages, rishis and deities are our alarm clocks - waking us from this this living dream. When you awaken and realise the true nature of things, life takes on a new perspective - infused with light and love. This is the blessing and beauty of a spiritual retreat.

Outdoor Movie & Midnight Meditation

The evening will take you through the extraordinary life of Buddha played on our outdoor screen with warm cacao.  At midnight you will experiece the power of open sky meditation, absorbing the energy of the whole universe to then release it with intent into the new year ahead of us. ​

Hatha Yoga

Kookaburra Yoga's integrated system of Hatha and Raja Yoga includes practices which are holistic and beneficial on every level of being. Asanas are of 4 types: those which bring inner quiet; those which bring focus and body awareness; those which bring humility and detachment; and those which increase confidence and vitality. Inspired by the great master Sivananda these hatha yoga practices bring about internal balance leading to enhanced wellbeing and deep inner calm. 

Pranayama

Deep and powerful yogic breathing practices using subtle sound and breath to awaken and direct and innate life force and balance the body’s energies. These pranayama techniques are rarely taught and lead to a transcendent and blissful state of body and mind, preparing the practitioner for an immersive meditation experience.

Raja Yoga

The deeper meditative practices of Raja Yoga lead us to the state of silent meditation and perfect stillness of body, mind and soul. Using effective and easy to master techniques we bring steadiness to the mind and control to the flow of thoughts. It is within the silence and stillness that we experience insight and profound self-awareness.

Sound Healing

Nada Yoga is the yoga of sound. Incorporating mantra and sacred instruments played at a frequency which alters brain wave functionality and induces a deep state of transcendent calm. The intuitive arrangement of harmonious sounds transports you deeply inward to experience the peaceful state beyond the body and mind. It is in this space healing becomes possible.

Ritual - Vedic Fire Ceremony & Puja

Our program includes sacred ritual. The havan is a traditional Vedic fire ceremony which is an aid to releasing the past, to receiving blessings and strength for the path forward. Puja is an offering of mantras, flowers and our devotion to the Inner Divinity.

Food for your soul

Food on this retreat is sattvic - meaning it brings peace and enhances the wellbeing of the body, mind and spirit. Retreat food is colourful, beautiful in flavour and aesthetic appeal and plentiful! All food is plant-based, using many ingredients fresh from the Kookaburra kitchen garden. Our dishes (including cakes) are always vegan and gluten-free. We believe food should be sustainable, pure and real.

Experienced, caring facilitation

Sound Silence Stillness is a retreat program carefully designed and facilitated by centre directors Robert and Mandy who have decades of experience practicing and teaching the subtle, powerful and transformational methods of yoga. They bring together their knowledge, insights, and combined experience to gently guide participants to deeply experience the balancing & healing potential of yoga.

What people say...

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Such a beautiful and sacred place with teachers who not only have huge depth of knowledge but also clearly embody their teachings. I feel incredibly grateful to have discovered this place of peace, tranquility and joy in Perth. So much gratitude.

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It's difficult to put into words how magical this place really is. From your first visit you feel welcome and safe in the beautiful yurt. Mandy and Robert are such warm and welcoming people and their extensive knowledge of yoga has helped me no end. I recently attended the one day silent retreat, it was a beautiful day of healing. The yoga session in the morning was enjoyable, I loved the meditation by the creek and the food was delicious! I thoroughly recommend Kookaburra yoga for anyone trying to heal or find themselves you are in the very best hands. It is definitely my favourite place to chill!

Charley

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​My first time to Kookaburra creek yoga for the Sound Silence Stillness yoga and meditation retreat. It was amazing! I've done yoga for a long time but have never been taught meditation before, and wanted to start learning and this day was perfect. The sound healing session was amazing, and the day also includes a lovely morning tea and lunch, in beautiful tranquil surroundings. I can't wait to go back!

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​Having intended to venture to Kookaburra for some time I finally made it for a day long retreat...WOW! what an amazing shala with equally inspirational teachers. Keep this place+events on you radar they are a soul nourishing tribe.

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​Just amazing!!! Amazing relaxation, yoga and meditation, peace, tranquility, beautiful surroundings and people. Thoroughly recommend.

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even before the retreat begins a deep peace settles
into the hearts and souls of all present...

Everyone is welcome at Kookaburra Creek.
This is a wonderful, inclusive immersion into traditional yoga.
​No experience of yoga or meditation is necessary.

Facts & Questions

Why choose Kookaburra YOGA Retreats?
  • Established, reputable business. Retreats are facilitated by Robert Becker and Mandy BeckerKnox in Perth, Australia and other locations. They have owned Kookaburra Creek Yoga Studio for more than 2 decades and hosted thousands of students on hundreds of retreats over this time.
  • Retreat management experience.  Each retreat is carefully planned to ensure the safety and comfort of participants. 
  • Quality food. Food is an integral part of our retreats and menus and ingredients are planned and considered to ensure they are nourishing, health-promoting and conducive to yoga and meditation.
  • High quality program. Directors Mandy and Robert facilitate all Kookaburra Yoga Retreats. They are both exceptional yoga and meditation instructors with decades of continuing education, self-enquiry and practical teaching experience. They have literally taught thousands of people yoga and to meditate and how to effectively apply the knowledge gained to enhance and transform lives.
  • Leadership and guidance. Both Robert and Mandy have worked professionally in high-level leadership positions in government and the not-for-profit sector and are leaders and skilful group facilitators able to guide individuals and groups safely through peak experiences and the transformational change which often occurs on retreat. ​
  • Value for money. Retreat cost is fully inclusive with quality, nourishing meals included. We believe yoga should be affordable and accessible and set our pricing accordingly.
  • Socially and environmentally responsible. We care for people and the planet. All our retreats cause as little harm as possible. We choose vegan food where possible. Kookaburra Creek is an eco-conscious venue drawing on its own and natural resources including solar power, rain and spring water and our own organic food gardens. 
  • Personal development. Kookaburra Retreats are a wonderful opportunity for personal and professional development. You'll be gently guided to explore limitations and obstacles to achieving your potential and become equipped with the tools, techniques and practical wisdom to evolve and grow. Kookaburra Retreats are transformational and potentially life-changing!
Do I need experience in Yoga to attend this retreat?
No, we welcome anyone who is interested in embarking upon a journey of self enquiry and discovery. The yoga and meditation practices on this retreat are carefully explained and taught in a caring and respectful manner. All of the practices taught can be adapted to suit the needs of each participant. We welcome people seeking a healing, calming experience, regardless of their knowledge of or experience in yoga.
Where is Kookaburra Creek?
  • Kookaburra Creek Yoga Centre is located at 210 Carradine Road, Bedfordale WA 6112. This is approximately 40 minutes drive from both Perth and Fremantle and only a few minutes drive from the Armadale town centre. 
  • Kookaburra Creek is not accessible by public transport. The nearest train station is Armadale which is approximately 40 minutes walking.
  • See map below.



What if I Need to cancel?
  • Full payment is required to secure your place on this retreat.
  • If you cancel more than 1 week prior to the retreat, your full payment will be refunded to you.
  • If you cancel less than 1 week before the retreat your payment can be transferred to another retreat date, (- $50 late cancellation fee)
  • If you cancel less than 48 hours prior to the retreat refunds and credits will be not be issued. In exceptional circumstances we can refund the money to you or transfer your booking to anther date.
  • If we have a waitlist and can easily fill your place from this, we will transfer the balance in credit to your account to use for another retreat or program (- $50 late cancellation fee)
WHAT ARE THE PAYMENT OPTIONS? ​
  • full payment is required to reserve your place on this retreat.
  • You can pay securely using our online booking system. Payment options are credit card, PayPal or direct deposit.
WHAT IS THE RETREAT SIZE?
  • Kookaburra Creek Yoga Centre has the capacity and equipment for 40 students.
What should I bring?
  • comfortable clothes you can move easily and sit in
  • socks and shawl (if it's cool)
  • outdoor shoes and an outdoor mat or cushion for outdoor nature meditation
  • ​drinking water bottle

Give a Gift of Yoga 

Give a beautiful gift of yoga, sound healing and yogic living. A voucher to attend our Sound Silence Stillness Retreats can be redeemed for the new year's eve retreat or any retreat program (3 year expiry).

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Kookaburra Creek Yoga Centre
210 Carradine Road, Bedfordale WA 6112