The Calm and Connect WATER retreat embraces the elements of water mirrored in our personal power. Core beliefs especially towards self flow gently into rivers of self healing and compassion. The 7 Living Essentials philosophy unique to the Holistic Living Training Institute (HLTI) are integrated and embodied for new perspectives and responses that reflect abundant living.
You will be supported within a sensitive, encouraging and nurturing space that is responsive to all aspects of you. The Water element embraces the fluidity of emotions, calmness, renewal, cleansing and flow. Pathways for transformation incorporate holistic processes that you can take home for self-coaching and personal evolution.
Living Abundantly is reflected in how we experience day-to-day life transforming struggle into ease and flow in all aspects including relationships, health, wealth and a sense of inner peace.
As we transform our inner world our outer world shifts.
What's Included
The Calm and Connect retreat packages: 2 nights )
2 Nights accommodation: Option 1. Queen Solo with ensuite and spa (1 available), Option 2. Queen Solo with shared bathroom, Option 3. Day Attendance (full retreat package without accommodation)
All nourishing vegetarian meals included with morning and afternoon teas
5 Holistic Living transformation workshops to illuminate, inspire and transform
Experience the workshops in the magnificent surroundings, immersed in 4 acres of coastal bliss
For those new to Holistic Living retreats: book ‘The Search’ by Alannah Dore
Retreat Guide
Visual notebook, Pen, Journal, Pastels
Early morning meditation, mindfulness and movement sessions (Optional)
Evening Enrichment Event: Building on the evolution of the Friday and Saturday's workshops.
Certificate of completion
Pre and post online sessions
Individual 1-1 Session (Optional)
To Discover more scroll to the bottom of this page and Click the (no obligation) Apply Now button to register your interest. Then have a Discovery call with retreat leaders Alannah or Helen to explore whether we are a good fit for your needs.
For Day Attendees Arrive earlier for Morning Movemement and Meditation or Arrive by 8.45 AM Depart 8.30-9.00 PM
Your retreat will be a tranquil immersion within an eco-friendly, nurturing, retreat space. Solar-heated pool available for swimming
How will the Workshops run?
Compassion-based workshop experiences include a holistic living selection of practices incorporating qualities of the elements of Water. These include diverse approaches of Mindfulness, Breathwork, Movement, Timelining, Gestalt, Inner Child, Classical and Modern Meditation, Sound and Colour healing and more.
Calm and Connect is specifically designed to promote well-being and attract a life of abundance in areas you most want to focus on; Perhaps relationships, finances, health, spiritual fulfilment or something else.
Remember however as a holistic being when you focus on one area of your life, you bring healing and possibilities to others. Powerful potential for change lies deeply within you.
Alannah is supported by co-facilitators who have completed her full practitioner training and supported the Holistic Living Training Institute with their expertise.
Your Workshop Leader
Alannah Dore
HLTI Founding Director, Alannah Dore, has seamlessly combined Eastern and Western methods for personal growth to support souls seeking a new pathway beyond struggle toward living abundantly visions, for nearly three decades.
With nurturing, empowerment and ease, Alannah integrates holistic and family counselling skills, academia, meditation, mindfulness and Yoga expertise gained in the Himalayas in India. Alannah is also currently facilitating caring, connected, online transformation journeys for women.
Holistic Living Counsellor | Meditation Teacher | Lecturer Wellbeing B'ed Education | Post Grad. Fam. Sys. and Family Therapy | PhD Candidate ~ Emotional Wellbeing for Teachers
Your Support Workshop Leader
Helen Hadley
Helen brings compassion, warmth and grounded support with her wealth of retreat experience to the realm of personal growth.
Helen also supports Alannah and the beautiful women who gather online regularly to share they journey and their wisdom for holistic transformation.
Helen, currently is counselling in Melbourne supporting wellbeing and empowerment for those seeking a new path beyond crisis and major life transitions.
Holistic Living Counsellor/Coach | Meditation Teacher/Coach | Fam. Sys. and Family Therapy | Clinical Family Therapist
Who is best suited to this retreat?
This is NOT for you, if you:
are not ready to take action (Timing can matter)
want a group healing experience
don’t feel ready to change anything in your life just yet
This IS for you, if you are:
ready for change, personal evolution and abundant living
ready to discover and embody new holistic ways of being, relating and living life
open to giving and receiving emotional support in a nurturing group setting
“It was the greatest Gift of my Life”.
“Alannah is the most experienced and loving facilitator who understands vulnerability and holds a deep place of compassion. Helen held a gentle supportive loving space with wisdom. everyone who held spaces did so with love and generosity.”
“If this retreat comes up don't hesitate you will learn so so much about yourself and you are provided with an opportunity to do some deep healing. You will go away with new self awareness, deep connections, beautiful new friendships and positive tools to help you navigate your emotional and spiritual world. it is life changing.”
Past Retreat Attendees
Itinerary
Day 1
Foundations for Transformation (Friday)
4:30 PM
Arrivals, room check-in, tours, welcome warming cuppa.
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Official welcome, Sharing, Group Meditation
6.00 PM
Get ready for dinner
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Dinner
7:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Workshop I Settling into Self
9:00 PM
Wind Down and Bedtime
Day 2
Creating & Owning Miracles (Saturday)
07.00 AM – 8.00 AM
Easy Yoga and Meditation (Optional)
8:15 AM - 9:00 AM
Breakfast
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Workshop II Navigating the Currents
10.45 AM - 11.15 AM
Morning Tea and/or personal downtime
11:15 AM - 1:00 PM
Workshop III Turning the Tide
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Lunch
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
Workshop IV Grace in Motion
3:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Afternoon Tea and Free Time.
Refreshments, relaxation or engaging in optional activities.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Meditation and Gratitude
6.00 PM
Get ready for dinner
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Dinner
7:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Workshop V Anchoring in Calm & Creative Flow
9:00 PM onward
Wind Down and Bedtime
Day 3
Living from the Higher Self (Sunday)
7.00 AM – 7.30 AM
Sun Do & Meditation (optional)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Breakfast
8:30 AM – 9.30 AM
Pack
9:30 AM – 11.30 AM
Workshop V
11.30 – 12.00 PM
Farewells and Departure
Snack packs to go, provided at the end of the retreat
12.00 PM
Departure
Location
South Gippsland, Victoria
Nestled in a seaside village along the Bass Coast, Victoria (Australia) on 4 acres near the waters edge.
Accomodation
The Retreat complex consists of the Main Retreat house building which is where your workshop space and accommodation is.
Accommodation is also a few minutes away off-site for two attendees each with a private Queen Bedroom, close to facilitator's accommodation, located within a beautiful, lush, green setting.
Calm and Connect ~ WATER
Retreat Package Rates
Room with ensuite and spa (1) (includes retreat program)
Per person
$
1590
Queen Bed 1 person
Share Bathroom (includes retreat program)
Per person
$
1290
Queen Bed 1 person
Day Attendance Only (includes retreat program)
Per person
$
890
*Excludes accommodation
Register your interest & Learn More (No Obligation)
FAQ
Are there ensuites?
All rooms share bathrooms except for one.
What is the workshop space like?
It's like a large lounge designed to be homely and cater to comfort. There are plenty of sitting options with sofas, lounge chairs and large floor cushions if you prefer.
Cushions and yoga mats are supplied for some activities, especially the optional early morning ones.
Are all rooms close to the main building?
The two additional Queen rooms are next to the facilitator's accommodation and a few mins drive from the main retreat house.
What kind of meals are provided?
All meals are vegetarian/vegan and prepared from fresh and where possible organic produce.
Please indicate any specific food considerations in your application form. All kinds of tea, and a variety of milks will be provided.
While coffee will also be available we encourage you to try reduce intake if you have more than two cups a day.
Is transportation provided?
No. You will be required to make your own way to the retreat complex however do let us know if you need any assistance and we will do our best to help.
