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Forest Bathing/Shinrin-yoku Retreat

12-14 May 2023

MOUNT SCHOENSTATT SPIRITUALITY CENTRE

230 Fairlight Road, Mulgoa NSW 2745

Followed by successful Forest Bathing Retreats in 2020 & 2021, the 2023 retreat will take place in the tranquil, beautiful natural environment of Mount Schoenstatt in Mulgoa- only one hour's drive from Sydney.

There has never been a better time to explore new well-being opportunities as we embrace the benefits of slowing down and putting our health first. Forest bathing is a beautiful way to recharge, connect with nature and regenerate our souls. The practice involves a series of guided methods to help you relax, become more present and connect with the natural world.

This event is hosted by Mayu Kataoka, based on a simple premise:

Immerse yourself in the forest.
Absorb its sights, sounds, and smells.
Reap numerous psychological and physiological benefits.

Date :

12-14 May 2023 (Fri - Sun)

Inclusions :

* 2 night accommodation with own room with 2 single beds and private ensuite.

* All meals : Breakfast x 2, Lunch x 2, Dinner x 2

* All activities : Forest Therapy Walk / meditation / hot foot bath

Cost :

$680 p.p

Location :

MOUNT SCHOENSTATT SPIRITUALITY CENTRE

230 Fairlight Road, Mulgoa NSW 2745

(Only 60 min from Sydney)

How to get there :

Sample Program :

Day 1 Friday - 12 May

Arrival by 16:00

(Check In from 15:00)

16:00 - 17:00 Welcome Gathering & Afternoon tea/drinks

18:00 - 19:00 Dinner

19:30 - 20.00 Hot Foot Bath with Lavender Oil & Epsom Salt

20:15 - 20:30 Mindfulness Meditation

Day 2 Saturday - 13 May

07:30 - 08:00 Breakfast

08:30 - 09:00 Tai Chi/Stretching

09:15 - Depart to Blue Mountains National Park

10:30 - 15:30 Forest walk (pleasant walk with water falls)

(We will take lunch with us)

15:45 - Depart Blue Mountains National Park

16:30 - Back to Accommodation

- Free time till dinner -

Optional activities :

* Japanese Calligraphy

* Origami

* Nature craft/weaving

18:00 - 19:00 Dinner

19:30 - 20:00 Hot foot bath with Lavender Oil & Epsom Salt

20:15 - 20:30 Mindfulness Meditation

Day 3 Sunday - 14 May

07:30 - 08:00 Breakfast

08:30 - 09:00 Tai Chi/Stretching

09:30 - 10:00 Morning Tea

10:15 - 12:15 Forest Bathing

12:30 - 13:30 Lunch & Rest

14:00 - 14:30 Meditation and sharing

14:45 - Departure

* Min 6, Max 10 ppl

* General Fitness level is required for a variable terrain in the walking track at Blue Mountains.