Limited Early bird places available from 28 July to 17 August 2026, or until places sell out.
Payment plans option is available on Early Bird Offer
BOOK NOW to secure your discounted place and give yourself something restorative to look forward to.
Step away from the demands of everyday life and give yourself the time, space and support to pause, restore and reconnect.
Nourish & Nurture is a deeply restorative, evidence-based retreat for women navigating burnout, stress, hormonal change, perimenopause, menopause and the ongoing pressures of high-functioning life.
We are passionate about supporting women through the biological, psychological and identity changes that can occur during perimenopause and menopause. This stage of life can affect the body, mind, mood, energy, confidence and sense of self in ways that are often misunderstood or minimised. Our focus is on helping women better understand what may be happening within their bodies and providing evidence-based practices that can be gently integrated back into daily life.
Are you....
Feeling depleted, overwhelmed or emotionally stretched
Navigating burnout or ongoing stress
Moving through perimenopause, menopause or hormonal change
Finding it hard to switch off, rest or recover
Wanting practical tools to support resilience and wellbeing
Seeking a calm, nurturing space to reconnect with yourself
Then this retreat may be just what you need!
Set amongst the breathtaking landscapes of the Yass Valley, this fully inclusive 3-night, 4-day retreat offers a calm and nurturing environment where you can slow down, reset your nervous system, restore your energy and feel more like yourself again.
Beginning at 2:00pm Thursday 17 September and concluding 3:15pm Sunday 20 September, the retreat has been carefully designed to balance rest, reflection, learning and practical strategies you can continue to use long after you return home.
During the retreat, you will be guided through a thoughtfully structured program integrating evidence-based psychological approaches, neuroscience, gentle embodied practices and restorative wellbeing experiences. The program includes a blend of mindfulness, breathwork, yoga and somatic techniques, alongside practical workshops focused on nervous-system regulation, emotional wellbeing, resilience, recovery and hormonal health.
Your retreat package includes
3 nights’ accommodation at a purpose-built eco-luxe retreat centre in the Yass Valley, providing a peaceful and restorative setting to step away from everyday demands.
All meals throughout the retreat including nourishing organic and biodynamic meals provided to support restoration, energy and wellbeing. ( Most dietary requirements, allergies and intolerances are catered for)
Psychologist-led workshops focused on burnout, stress, recovery, perimenopause and menopause, with evidence-based information and practical strategies to support navigating through these hormonal stages.
Gentle yoga, restorative movement, breathwork, mindfulness and meditation sessions, designed to support nervous-system regulation, grounding and reconnection with the body.
Somatic and embodied practices to support emotional steadiness, stress management, recovery and a greater sense of calm.
Guided sauna and optional ice bath experiences, offering additional opportunities for restoration, recovery and nervous-system support.
Nature walks and outdoor activities, allowing time to slow down, reconnect with the natural environment and enjoy the peaceful Yass Valley setting.
Reflective activities, group discussions and connection sessions, creating space for personal reflection, shared learning and supportive connection with other women.
Access to the onsite yoga studio and retreat facilities throughout the retreat program.
Nourish & Nurture workbook and workshop materials, including practical tools and reflection prompts to support learning during and after the retreat.
Practical tools to support recovery, capacity, healthy boundaries and sustainable wellbeing, helping you continue the benefits of the retreat in everyday life.
Support from an experienced multidisciplinary facilitation team, with sessions designed to be supportive, accessible and choice-based.
Post-retreat Zoom follow-up session to consolidate learning, support implementation and help embed new practices into everyday life.
Nourish & Nurture is an invitation to pause, be cared for, learn practical tools, and gently rebuild the foundations for sustainable energy, emotional wellbeing and resilience.
The retreat is designed to be supportive, accessible and choice-based. You do not need prior experience with yoga, meditation or breathwork to attend. You are encouraged to go at your own pace, listen to your body and engage with the program in a way that feels right for you.
A key focus of the Nourish & Nurture retreat is not only rest and restoration, but also equipping you with practical, sustainable tools you can continue to use in everyday life. You will leave with a deeper understanding of your own stress responses, practical strategies to support nervous-system regulation, and a renewed sense of energy, clarity and self-connection.
Experienced Facilitators
All retreat activities are guided by our experienced facilitators, bringing together expertise in psychology, nervous-system regulation, yoga, breathwork, embodied practice and restorative wellbeing. Sessions are designed to be supportive, accessible and choice-based, allowing participants to engage at their own pace in a calm and respectful environment.
This is not simply time away. It is guided, experiential recovery, designed to help you better understand what may be happening in your body and mind, especially when stress, burnout and hormonal changes intersect. You will be supported to explore practical tools for calming the nervous system, restoring energy, improving emotional steadiness and creating more sustainable patterns of wellbeing.
Our Facilitators
Sue Read
Psychologist
Yoga and bodywork teacher
Director of Life Unlimited Psychology
With more than 25 years' experience in psychology, wellbeing and burnout recovery, Sue is passionate about helping women understand the connection between their mind, body, nervous system and hormones.
Drawing on evidence-based psychology, neuroscience, trauma-informed practice and body-based approaches to wellbeing, Sue helps women better understand the physical, emotional and cognitive impacts of chronic stress, burnout, perimenopause and hormonal change. Her work focuses on making sense of what the body is communicating and developing practical, sustainable strategies that support recovery, resilience and long-term wellbeing.
Sue's approach is also shaped by her background as an elite athlete, including representing Australia as goalkeeper for the Matildas and competing nationally and internationally in athletics and weightlifting. Her experience in both high performance and recovery has given her a deep appreciation for the body's innate capacity to heal when provided with the right support, rest and understanding.
With a warm, practical and down-to-earth style, Sue empowers women to work with their bodies rather than against them. Throughout the retreat, she will guide participants through discussions, workshops and experiential practices exploring nervous system regulation, stress physiology, emotional wellbeing, sleep, energy management, recovery, and the often-overlooked relationship between hormones and mental health.
Sue believes that understanding the science is important, but experiencing it is where real change happens. Her goal is for every woman to leave feeling more informed, more connected to her body and equipped with practical tools to support her wellbeing long after the retreat ends.
KJ Shaw
KJ brings warmth, authenticity, and a wealth of life experience to her teaching. At 52 and as a mother of three boys, she understands the importance of balance, connection, and self-care through life's changing seasons. Alongside motherhood, she has spent the past 28 years teaching Furniture Making and Creative Arts in high schools, inspiring creativity, confidence, and resilience in her students.
Having grown up immersed in competitive sport, including gymnastics, CrossFit, and numerous team sports, movement has always been central to KJ's life. In 2016, she discovered yoga and recognised the importance of developing a more mindful and nurturing relationship with movement. Yoga became a powerful way for her to reconnect with herself beyond competition and performance.
For the past six years, KJ has been teaching yoga with a focus on balance, self-compassion, and wellbeing. She enjoys weaving yoga philosophy into her classes and encouraging students to find strength, gratitude, and perspective in everyday life.
KJ feels honoured to be part of the Nourish & Nurture Retreat and looks forward to supporting women navigating perimenopause, burnout, and the transformative journey of midlife through compassion, movement, and connection.
Liz Fulop
Liz brings a deeply supportive, body-based approach to the retreat - helping you slow down, release tension and restore energy.
As an experienced body worker, yoga teacher, personal trainer and remedial massage therapist (lymphatic drainage), she will guide you through gentle, accessible practices that support joint health, lymphatic flow and overall recovery.
Liz’s sessions are designed to meet you where you are -helping you feel more at ease in your body, while building simple, sustainable habits you can continue long after the retreat.
Early Bird places on sale NOW!
Limited Early bird places available from 28 July to 17 August 2026, or until places sell out.
Payment plans option is available on Early Bird Offer
BOOK NOW to secure your discounted place and give yourself something restorative to look forward to.
Nourish & Nurture is an educational and wellbeing retreat. It is not a substitute for individual psychological therapy, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Participants are encouraged to consult their GP, psychologist or other qualified health professional regarding any personal health, medical or mental health concerns.
