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Margaret River Meditation Retreat
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3 - 6 December Experience peace, bliss and calm during this weekend meditation retreat in stunning Margaret River 3.5 hours south of Perth. Delve deep into the higher, quieter and mystical practices of yoga including meditation, pranayama, mindfulness, mantra, philosophy and more to unlock the limitless potential and beauty of the inner self. Includes forest walks; ocean meditations; beautiful, nourishing vegan food; time to relax deeply and reconnect with nature. All of this in a luxury venue in Margaret River, one of WA's most stunning destinations with spectacular Marri forests and beautiful, wild beaches.
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Retreat highlights
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every now and then we need to retreat from the busyness of our lives to rediscover the beauty, potential and power of the inner self
why attend a meditation retreat
An immersive retreat with a focus on yogic meditation, mantra, mindfulness and pranayama. You'll experience guided practices which we build on over the course of the retreat leading to a day and night of silence where the focus is on turning the attention inwards without distraction to deeply experience the wonder and mystery of the inner radiant self.
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Cost: $840 pp twin-share room, $1280 pp single luxury garden apartment, $1940 couple luxury garden apartment. 6 month payment plans available.
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blue sky mind
The sky over the ocean at Margaret River is vast, wild, changeable and expansive. Our minds are like this and meditation is like observing the sky, noticing the weather, the fleeting, rain, the clouds and the clarity. Once the clouds pass (which they do) we notice the inner beauty, creative and expansive nature of our own minds. Meditation is amazing - we literally peel away the layers of illusion to reveal the majesty and beauty, the creativity and insight of the true self. In all our seeking, striving and all our doing, we forget that perfect knowledge and insight are cultivated through being still and are found within. Even yoga is something we 'do', yet is also the state we desire to attain. It is through immersive meditation that the meditator becomes the meditation, the dancer become the dance, the subtle form of that which we meditate upon is revealed to us. This knowledge of the inner self quite literally transforms our experience of life. During this retreat you will be educated and guided in the meditation traditions of yoga. You'll learn about mantras, yantras, mudras, bhavanas, bandhas, pranayama, puja, and chanting. You'll be guided to practice effectively and to build your own meaningful and sustainable meditation practice to continue after the retreat. Meditation can then become a steadying calming and uplifting support for your life. holistic yoga Retreats are an opportunity to live and experience the yogic lifestyle. Sivananda's traditional hatha yoga is comprised of 5 distinct points which together comprise a balanced and holistic system of self-care and self-awareness. On this retreat we include proper exercise (yoga asana); proper breathing (pranayama); proper relaxation (yoga nidra); proper thinking (meditation); proper diet and lifestyle (sattvic/peaceful food, time in nature). When practiced with sincerity and integrated into everyday life and everyday thinking, traditional yoga perfectly and effortlessly brings balance and harmony to the 5 aspects of self: the body, breath, mind/emotions, wisdom and soul. samadhi While the other limbs (asana, pranayama, pratyahara) work to purify the body, prana and the senses, the higher, quieter meditational practices of dharana, dhyana purify the mind, thoughts and emotions, leading to a state of pure peace. To be in samadhi is to be in a state where you have perfect control over the mind. In this state, the ideas and beliefs we think are true are revealed as illusory, fleeting & disproportionately important. This process of shedding illusion eventually reveals the divine self - and this first glimpse, our first experience of samadhi, even if it is momentary, can be electrifying and life-changing. It is through diligence and continuing practice that we integrate insights in a meaningful and authentic way. |
Weekend program
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Thursday
Arrive by 2pm 4pm Welcome Circle 5.30pm Hatha Stretch 6pm Agni Hotra Meditation 7pm Dinner 8pm Meditation & Yoga Nidra 9pm Silence until 7.30am Friday Friday 6am Wake 6.30am Meditation 8am Hatha Yoga 9am Breakfast 10am Satsang 11am Nature Walk - Boranup Forest 1.30pm Lunch 2pm Rest 4pm Masterclass/Philosophy 6pm Agni Hotra Meditation 7pm Dinner 8pm Meditation & Yoga Nidra 9pm Silence until 7.30am Saturday |
Saturday
5.30am Wake 6.30am Meditation 8am Hatha Yoga 9am Breakfast 10am Satsang 11am Nature Walk Cape to Cape Beach Trail 1.30pm Lunch 2pm Rest 4pm Masterclass/Philosophy 6pm Agni Hotra Meditation 7pm Dinner 8pm Meditation & Yoga Nidra 9pm Silence until 12pm Sunday Sunday 6am Wake 6.30am Meditation 8am Hatha Yoga 9am Breakfast 10am Forest Walk & Nature Meditation 11.30m Satsang & Closing Circle 1pm Checkout of Room & Lunch 2pm Retreat closes |
About the venue & program
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Daily RhythmWe establish a rhythm and routine which bring immediate calmness to the body, mind and soul. The schedule for your days and evenings is taken care of, allowing you to relax deeply, immersing yourself in the program and the retreat process. You'll fall asleep to the sounds of the forest.
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Delve deep into the mysticalYour retreat facilitators have practiced yogic meditation for decades, and have accumulated a vast amount of knowledge of yoga. They are adept at guiding participants through meditation experiences, and framing and contextualising the experiences within the great works of the yogic and vedic traditions.
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Rest, write, read & reflectMany people come to a retreat for rest and respite. We have allowed time in the program for the rest you need and reflection. Our wide verandahs overlooking the creek and forest with comfortable chairs and hammocks are the perfect place to read, write or reflect.
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Sattvic Food
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AccommodationThere are two accommodation options which include twin share rooms with ensuite bathrooms in a renovated farm house. The centre features a shared lounge room, reading/TV room and dining room. The other option are luxurious garden split level, loft style apartments. Each suite comes with a spa bath, king bed, lounge area and a kitchenette. These are suitable for singles or couples.
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About the facilitators
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Mandy BeckerKnoxMandy has decades of experience teaching the subtle, powerful and transformational methods of yoga. Her knowledge and insights have been inspired through devotion, consistent practice, higher education in yoga, Ayurveda, the arts, and integration of yogic values and concepts into everyday family and professional life. Mandy makes traditional, spiritual yoga practical, relevant and accessible.
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what people say
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The four day Yoga retreat was the most peaceful, insightful and healing experience I've ever had. The shared accommodation was comfortable and vegetarian meals were absolutely fabulous; home made exquisitely prepared cousins. The days were fully scheduled with yoga, meditation, bush walks, healing fire ceremonies and many more soul nurturing activities. Mandy and Robert are remarkably skilled in all aspects of Yoga and share their knowledge with love and attentivness. I am very grateful for such a wonderful retreat, set in a beautiful pocket of green bush environment."
Debbie
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Sincere heartfelt gratitude to Mandy, Robert, and your beautiful family and friends for such a blissful weekend; words don't seem to do it justice. The Retreat was precisely what I needed at precisely the right moment. And the food was mouth-wateringly delicious each and every love-filled meal! I would highly recommend this to anyone seeking to soothe the soul, tune in to nature, self, and a joyful community that feels like home...
Charley
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It is very rare to find such authenticity and purity in teachers such as Mandy & Robert. I am so grateful to have been taught by them not only in the practice of yoga but all the other elements that make a yogi. Thank you for offerings your lives to this teaching and helping to heal this world.
Claire
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I thought the retreat was just simply beautiful and inspiring. I was inspired by the food which you made. My journey over my stay was extremely nourishing and I felt so safe and secure.Thank you both for your warm generosity and for being so inspiring and sharing the beautiful practices. As I have said before when I am going to spend a day at Kookaburra I always feel as if I am coming home to a safe and beautiful space.
Jo-ann
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The yoga meditation weekend was supreme. Mandy and Robert have so much knowledge and understanding of yogic philosophy and they are so willing to share with kindness, understanding and completely without judgement. The entire staff and other participants were so lovely and fun, the bush setting and facilities 5 star, and the food was out of this world. I could live there and be happy forever I feel sure. I am so grateful to have had this opportunity.
Karen
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Really enjoy the retreats here, can't wait to attend several again next year as well. Whether a beginner or experienced teacher, highly recommend Kookaburra Yoga Retreat if you value the following:
In depth training and years of authentic experience from yoga teachers, truth, tradition, authenticity, nature, Ayurveda food and beautiful people!
In depth training and years of authentic experience from yoga teachers, truth, tradition, authenticity, nature, Ayurveda food and beautiful people!
Hayley
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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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Inclusions & Cost
twin share room per person$840• 3 nights accommodation for 1 person in a beautiful twin share room with ensuite bathroom • program with listed inclusions • All meals |
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• $400 non-refundable deposit secures your place. Option 3 requires $800 deposit.
• 6 month payment plan available for an additional $100 on any option. Please request a payment plan when booking.
• 6 month payment plan available for an additional $100 on any option. Please request a payment plan when booking.
Facts & Questions
Why choose Kookaburra Yoga for your retreat?
- Established, reputable business. Kookaburra Creek Yoga Centre is directed by experienced teachers Robert Becker and Mandy BeckerKnox in Perth, Australia. Kookaburra Creek Yoga is well established having been operating for twenty years.
- Retreat management experience. Kookaburra Yoga have offered professionally organised and facilitated international retreats for over ten years. Each retreat is carefully planned to ensure the safety and comfort of participants.
- Health & Safety. Our venue is maintained to a high standard to support the health and wellbeing of participants. We take every precaution to ensure the hygiene and health 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.
- Professional leadership. 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. Retreats are fully inclusive with everything included in the cost. There are no additional costs and there are no items or services offered for sale during the retreat.
- Socially responsible. We care for people and the planet. All our retreats cause as little harm as possible. We are an entirely vegetarian venue.
- 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 each 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.
WHAT ARE THE VENUE DETAILS?
- Kookaburra Creek Yoga Centre is a purpose-built yoga centre in Bedfordale in the Perth hills with capacity and equipment for 30 students.
- The centre is set on 10 acres of bushland and is quiet and serene.
- The residential retreat facility is nearby with accommodation for 10 participants. On the property is a renovated railway carriage (accommodation for 2).
- The grounds and facilities are also suitable for those who may wish to camp in their own tent.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Your deposit of $400 for 1 person or $800 for 2 people is non-refundable if you cancel.
- If you cancel 0-2 weeks before the retreat the full amount of the retreat is payable.
- If you cancel more than 2 weeks before the retreat the full amount minus the non-refundable deposit will be returned to you.
- If the organisers cancel the retreat the whole amount you have paid will be refunded to you.
What if I am not in perfect condition or if I get sick?
- You should be fine to attend if you are in reasonable health. Please check with your own health care provider if you have any concerns or doubts.
- We are within close proximity to Margaret River. If you get sick during the retreat, an after hours locum doctor (bulk billed) can be called or you can attend the local health services. The nearest major hospital is in Bunbury (1 hour).
WHAT IS THE RETREAT SIZE?
Maximum Capacity:
- There are twin share rooms - 10 people
- There are 4 luxury garden studio apartments - 4-8 people
what are the payment options?
- $400 deposit when booking to reserve your place
- Online payments only: credit card, paypal or direct deposit
- If you require a 6 month payment plan select this option when booking. An additional $100 will be added for payment plans.
What should I bring?
- clothing for: yoga, bush walking, warmth, waterproof jacket if raining
- sturdy shoes, water/wind proof jacket for bush walking
- shawl and warm clothing for meditation and evenings
- notebook and pen
- reading material
- torch
- toiletries, personal items
Visit Kookaburra CreekKookaburra Yoga
210 Carradine Road, Bedfordale Western Australia 6112 
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