Urban Wellness

Balance in the Bush
2025-11-14 - 2025-11-16 | Bayete Zulu Homestead, P 450 District Rd, 3965, Zulu Land, Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa
Begin each day in the wild heart of Zululand with sunrise game drives, witnessing nature’s raw beauty. Return to wholesome, healthy meals prepared to nourish body and soul. Later, sink into restorative yoga practices after the drives, designed to release, ground, and bring you into balance. With afternoons of stillness, optional massages, and the soothing sounds of the bushveld, this retreat is a chance to slow down, breathe deeply, and feel utterly renewed.
At the heart of our retreats is a carefully curated wellness journey guided by highly skilled yoga instructors and experienced facilitators. Each session — from soulful yoga flows to grounding meditation and deeply restorative sound baths — is designed to help you reconnect with your body, calm your mind, and open space for inner renewal. Our team of wellness practitioners brings expertise, compassion, and presence, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.
Upcoming Retreat Dates: Balance in the Bush: 14 – 16 November
Bush / Yoga Itinerary:

5:30am – Early morning game drive
9:00am – Breakfast
10:00am – Leisure time
11:00am – Yoga (hot yoga – bush hot)
1pm – lunch
Afternoon pool session / sleep / massage
5pm – game drive and sundowners
8pm – dinner
Relax and enjoy the sanctuary of the bush.

Pricing & What’s Included:

Safari / Yoga – R11,500 per person for two nights (solo)
Safari / Yoga – R9,900 per person sharing for two nights
Break down inclusions: meals, accommodation, activities.
Bayete Zulu: Full board (excluding drinks) and two game drives per day

Optional Extras:

Yoga session – R180 per person, per hour
Spa menu (massage, facial etc) – request spa menu
Elephant experience – R650 per person
Township Tour – Price on request

Excluded:

Flights, transfers, personal expenses, laundry, Spa treatments, yoga sessions. All gratuities (10% of cost of service)
Drinks (BYO at Bayete Zulu)

Book your spot today – hello@urbanwellnesslab.com

Flow with the Tide
2025-11-16 - 2025-11-18 | Teremok Boutique Hotel & Spa blends, 49 Marine Dr, Umhlanga, uMhlanga, 4319, uMhlanga, Kwa-Zulu Natal, 4319, South Africa
Join Urban Wellness Lab for a rejuvenating coastal escape along South Africa’s breathtaking KwaZulu-Natal shoreline. Flow through energising yoga sessions that balance body and mind, then ride the waves at some of the country’s best surf spots in Durban and Ballito. Between practice and play, unwind with nourishing meals, boutique accommodation, and space to simply breathe. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced surfer, this retreat offers the perfect blend of adventure, mindfulness, and ocean magic.
At the heart of our retreats is a carefully curated wellness journey guided by highly skilled yoga instructors and experienced facilitators. Each session — from soulful yoga flows to grounding meditation and deeply restorative sound baths — is designed to help you reconnect with your body, calm your mind, and open space for inner renewal. Our team of wellness practitioners brings expertise, compassion, and presence, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.
Upcoming Retreat Dates: Flow with the Tide: 16 – 18 November.
Typical Surf Yoga Day

Early wake-up call to surf
Breakfast and coffee
Mindfulness Art / ceramics
Lunch
Opportunity to relax at the pool, go for a walk, have a massage or just have a sleep.
4pm – yoga & meditation
6pm – sundowners
7pm – dinner
8pm – journaling & time to socialise

Pricing & What’s Included:

Clearly state price
Surf / Yoga – R11,700 per person for two nights (solo)
Surf / Yoga – R9,900 per person sharing for two nights
Break down inclusions: meals, accommodation, activities.
Teremok: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

Full Day Pass

R1,300 per person (Includes all scheduled activities for the day: yoga, freediving, surfing, ocean immersion, and a wholesome vegan dinner)

Drop-In Passes

R550 per person for Yoga class & nutritious Dinner

R180 for a Yoga Class Only (Available Sunday & Monday evenings: Vinyasa and Slow Flow)

Optional Extras:

Surf Lessons – R350 (two in group) – per person per hour
Board Hire – (R200) per person per hour
Yoga session – R180 per person, per hour
Spa menu (massage, facial etc) – request spa menu
Durban Walking Tours – Price on request
Township Tour – Price on request

Excluded

All drinks
Lunch in Durban / Ballito
Flights, transfers, personal expenses, laundry, Spa treatments, yoga sessions and surf lessons. All gratuities (10% of cost of service)

Book your spot today – hello@urbanwellnesslab.com

Remember Who You Are Women’s Safari Retreat
2025-11-28 - 2025-11-30 | Sashwa River of Stars, Sashwa River of Stars, 44KU Struwigrus, 1380, Struwigrus, South Africa
Imagine a women’s retreat that celebrates becoming less, a retreat that creates a space for unbecoming. A place to remove the many masks we as women wear every day.
A space for you to re-emerge.
Embark on a journey of self-rediscovery, supported and guided by the heart-opening, healing power of the wilderness in the Greater Kruger National Park.
Held in the nurturing embrace of Sashwa River of Stars, a plant-based wellness safari lodge nestled on the banks of the Olifants River, this retreat invites you to regulate, reset, and reignite your deepest soul identity.
Your days in the bush will awaken a renewed sense of connection as you move gently between mindful game walks, meditation journeys, and guided group explorations around identity, trauma, creativity, and movement. There will also be time to rest, reflect, and simply enjoy the beauty of this sacred land.
This retreat invites you to remember.
To remember the nature of your soul.To remember the whispers of your heart.To remember your true power.
And the real magic of this retreat? Your time at Sashwa not only empowers you, it also empowers other women. One hundred percent of Sashwa’s profits directly support Koru Camp, a conservation initiative that uplifts local youth and women through transformative wildlife experiences.

Rewilding Your Soul
2026-01-30 - 2026-02-01 | Sashwa River of Stars, Sashwa River of Stars, 44KU Struwigrus, 1380, Struwigrus, South Africa
Let the wild and wise nature around us reconnect us with the wild and wise nature within us.
Shift from a state of ‘human doing’ into a place of ‘human being’ on this soul-deep journey of reigniting
your connection to nature and thereby to yourself.
Held in the serene embrace of Sashwa River of Stars on the banks of the Olifants River in the Greater
Kruger National Park, you will immerse yourself completely in the healing pace and peace of the
wilderness through guided bush walks, mindful game drives, guided shamanic meditation journeys and
playful explorations that unlock experiencing connection with all your senses.
This retreat importantly also seeks connection to community by empowering others: 100% of Sashwa’s
income supports Koru Camp, offering unique wildlife and conservation experiences to disadvantaged
youth and women in the community.
DAY 1 – DECELERATE
Our first day begins with a delicious lunch by the mighty Olifants River for a first sighting of wildlife and
getting to know each other.
In the afternoon, we gather as a group to set intentions, ground ourselves and explore where in our lives we
are seeking more connection.
As the day cools, we embark on a guided game walk to ‘hear with our feet’ with further prompts to release
and regulate our nervous system.
We end the day with an al-fresco dinner and the opportunity to gather around the fire for stargazing and
storytelling.
DAY 2 – CONNECT & ACTIVATE
As day breaks, we venture into the bush for a guided meditation and journey and to ‘Walk with the
Ancestors’.
After breakfast, we experiment with some free unbound movement, followed by some free time to enjoy
the lodge facilities, a yoga session or a wellness treatment.
We gather again for lunch, and then it’s time for some play and creativity to unleash our inner bush
children.
The afternoon brings an immersive ‘Soulful Sounds’ Game Drive, which concludes with a dinner and fire
ceremony.
DAY 3 – REMEMBER
Our final day starts with a full deceleration meditation and game walk that helps us tune into the
consciousness of the trees around us.
After a nourishing breakfast, we come together one last time to reflect on our journey and close the
retreat. From here, there is time to pack, say farewells, and depart, carrying the insights and connections of
the weekend back into daily life.

Weaving a New Way
2026-03-14 - 2026-03-15 | Windrush Studio, 1 Reiger Ave, Bloubosrand, Randburg, 2188
Women’s Personal Growth Workshop / Wellness Workshop
A two-day women’s workshop designed for participants who feel ready for change but find themselves repeating the same patterns, beliefs, or roles. Using the Andean Medicine Wheel, coaching tools, and guided journey work, the workshop helps participants examine their current life story, challenge limiting beliefs, explore underlying fears or loyalties, and begin consciously rewriting a new personal narrative.
Dates:14–15 March
Time:10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location / Venue:Windrush StudioJohannesburg, South Africa
Price:R2,995 per person
Included:Lunch and refreshments

Sacred Awakening
2026-03-22 | The Yoga Sanctuary, 8 Solomons Road, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8060, Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
Come home to yourself in a sacred space of connection, presence and transformation. Join us for a gentle and powerful day designed to awaken your senses, open your heart and nourish your spirit.

SALT Escape Mauritius
2026-04-09 - 2026-04-17 | Salty Retreats Mauritius
Join us for an immersive 8-day restorative ocean retreat set on the island of Mauritius.This experience has been created to help you slow down, reconnect with nature and return to yourself. This immersive experience blends freediving, breathwork, daily yoga, mindful movement and time in both ocean and land environments. Alongside moments of stillness, the retreat includes gentle adventure through hikes, catamaran days and guided exploration of Mauritius’ natural beauty.
Open to all levels, including beginners, each ocean session is guided at your own pace within a safe, trauma-informed and supportive environment. This retreat is not about pushing limits, but about listening, softening, and restoring balance. Come as you are, leave feeling grounded, clear, and deeply connected.
A week to slow down, breathe deep and reconnect with intention – in the pristine waters of Mauritius

Immerse yourself in a mindful ocean experience that nurtures both body and mind.Guided by our compassionate and experienced team, you’ll explore the underwater world at your own pace – whether you’re dipping below the surface for the first time or deepening an existing practice. This retreat is not about pushing limits; it’s about moving with intention, reconnecting with your breath, and discovering the quiet magic of the sea. Over eight gentle, grounding days, you’ll experience the beauty of Mauritius in a way that’s both transformative and deeply restorative.
DAILY SCHEDULE

DAY 1:
Welcome Briefing
Sunset Yoga Flow
DAY 2:
Full Day Catamaran Cruise
Freediving the Northern Island
DAY 3:
Port Louis Mauritian Food Tasting
Sunset Yoga Flow
DAY 4:
Morning Ocean Safari
Relaxation Workshop
Guest Teacher: Yin Yoga & Journaling
DAY 5:
Hike the Tamarind Falls
Afternoon Yin Yoga
DAY 6:
Ocean Immersion
Understand Your Nervous System Workshop
Afternoon Yoga Flow & Guided Journaling
Dinner at Local Fisherman’s
DAY 7:
Ocean Safari: Whale Watching
Guest Teacher: Sunset Sound Healing
Farewell Dinner: Le Petit Morne
DAY 8:
South Island Discovery
Closing Ceremony
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Airport Transfer on arrival & departure
Local transport to all scheduled activities
7 Nights Accommodation, fully catered 3 meals a day
Daily Yoga Practice with guest local teachers
Daily Refreshments
4 Guided Ocean Safari’s, including Catamaran Cruise
Guided Hikes
One of a kind SALT Escape gift bag in collaboration with Salty Retreats Mauritius
HD Video reel of your experience (let us capture the memories, while you live in the moment)
Flights not included

NOTE: This itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions and other activities will be made available if a launch is not advised. Anything can happen when we play in the magical playground of the Ocean. We suggest that you come with an sense of curiosity and no expectations!

Egypt Soul Journey
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-11 | Kwa-Zulu Natal
Are you ready to break free from the patterns that have held you for lifetimes? This is an alchemical journey of soul remembrance, not just a sightseeing tour. Carefully sequenced across Egypt’s most sacred energetic gateways, this 9-day retreat is designed to release ancestral imprints, sever karmic ties, and awaken your true essence. Each site and process acts as a stepping stone, like puzzle pieces completing the whole picture of your alchemical transformation. At its core, this journey focuses on karmic and ancestral healing, supported by a rare astrological alignment in May 2026 — Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, and the North Node — that opens cosmic gateways to freedom, love, and a new destiny
SATURDAY, MAY 2
ARRIVAL & ORIENTATION | CAIRO
VIP airport pickup and a beautiful lunch at the hotel
Afternoon workshop and orientation
Dinner with panoramic views
Energy Focus: Grounding into the journey
Astrology: Moon in Scorpio — emotional depth & clearing of hidden blocks
SUNDAY, MAY 3
VALLEY OF THE WHALES (WADI EL-HITAN)
A sacred beginning on the ancient ocean floor, where fossils whisper of transformation.
Meditate with primordial energy and symbolically shed old lifetimes.
Workshop.
Dinner at the hotel.
Energy Focus: Resilience & release of deep ancestral patterns passed through
bloodlines that are unconsciously carried
Astrology: Sun in Taurus (grounding) + Pluto in Capricorn (ancestral release)
MONDAY, MAY 4
SAQQARA, SERAPEUM, BENT & RED PYRAMIDS
Morning breathwork and chakra alignment.
Journey through ancient initiatory temples — from Saqqara’s Step Pyramid to the underworld energy of Serapeum. A descent into shadow and ascent into higher consciousness.
Lunch at an authentic farm style restaurant.
Workshop.
Dinner at the hotel.
Energy Focus: Deep ancestral & subconscious clearing
Astrology: Mars in Cancer — emotional courage for ancestral release
TUESRDAY, MAY 5
PRIVATE SPHINX VISIT & GIZA PLATEAUQ
Dawn meditation before the Great Sphinx, guardian of divine wisdom.
Creating a bridge between human and divine consciousness and awakening buried ancient memories of our soul.
Walking among the pyramids of Menkaure and Khufu, connecting heaven and earth.
Workshop.
We end our day with a Nile dinner cruise with music.
Energy Focus: Awakening intuition & inner mastery
Astrology: Mercury in Taurus — grounded clarity
WEDNESDAY, MAY 6
GREAT PYRAMID ACTIVATION & FLIGHT TO LUXOR
Private 2-hour initiation in the King’s Chamber- the energetic heart of the pyramid, where heaven and earth meet, amplifying intention and opening a powerful portal of transformation.
Workshop.
Flying to Luxor and settle at the Hilton Luxor, aligned with Karnak ley lines.
Dinner at the hotel.
Energy Focus: Integration of higher frequency and
divine remembrance
Astrology: North Node in Aries, stepping into the divine connection and purpose
THURSDAY, MAY 7
DENDERA TEMPLE OF HATHOR
Entering the nurturing, heart-centred temple of Hathor, in the early hours of the morning, devoid of people, we begin our practice of the karmic loop release. This allows us to return to light and renewal, opening the heart and shifting the energy from transformation into embodiment. Reminding us that after every death comes rebirth, joy, harmony and divine expression- are our true natural states.
Workshop.
Closing the day with an evening Nile boat ride with
a beautiful dinner.
Energy Focus: Heart opening & joy
Astrology: Venus in Gemini — love & creativity
FRIDAY, MAY 8
KARNAK & LUXOR TEMPLES
At sunrise, we visit Karnak temple without the crowds.
Having released old karmic patterns, the powerful continuation of
our soul’s transformation unfolds and perpetuates the process.
Workshop.
Visit Luxor Temple at dusk — the sacred union and balance of the
divine masculine and feminine, mind and heart, human and divine.
Reminding us that the return to sacred self is not only awakening- it is coming home, by
embodying and unifying the alchemical journey.
Dinner with a stunning Nile view.
Energy Focus: Empowerment & embodiment
Astrology: Sun trine Jupiter — confidence & expansion
SATURDAY, MAY 9
HOT AIR BALLOON & ISIS TEMPLE
Weather permitting, we will soar over Luxor at dawn- being
able to shift perspective from above- showing us to see from
our spiritual and heart space.
Workshop.
Then journey to the Temple of Isis — sanctuary of divine love
and remembrance. Opening our hearts even wider into
compassion, intuition and unconditional love. Uniting heaven
and earth- as above so below.
Breathtaking Mountain view restaurant for dinner.
Energy Focus: Renewal and joyful expression
Astrology: Moon in Sagittarius — higher perspective
SUNDAY, MAY 10
INTEGRATION & CLOSING CIRCLE
Final sunrise energy session and group sharing circle.
Integration of lessons, blessings, and embodied wisdom.
Energy Focus: Consolidation & embodiment
Astrology: Sun in Taurus + North Node in Aries-integration and alignment
Each sacred site, hotel, restaurant and sequence of the journey is carefully chosen for you
to have the most incredible and transformative experience.
We open the door, you step through and unfold your magic

Return to Joy Retreat
2026-05-16 - 2026-05-22 | Heritage Resorts, Bel Ombre, Mauritius, Bel Ombre, Bel Ombre, Mauritius
Return to Joy Retreat – Mauritius 2026
Return to Joy Retreat – Mauritius 2026 is a 7-day transformational retreat designed to help you reconnect with your authentic essence and rediscover the joy that already lives within you.
Set in the natural beauty of Bel Ombre, Mauritius, this immersive experience blends guided reflection, creative expression, nature adventures, and heart-opening rituals to support deep personal clarity and renewal.
Throughout the retreat, participants will:

Meditate under waterfalls and sacred nature spots
Hike at sunrise and reconnect with inner strength
Swim with dolphins in crystal-clear waters
Participate in a cacao ceremony
Explore mandala painting, journaling, and creative workshops
Connect with like-minded souls from around the world
This is not an escape from reality; it is a return to presence, purpose, and joy.

Led by Tina Ruppl, Creative Alchemist & Strategist of Transformation, the retreat bridges mind, body, and soul to guide participants back to their natural state of clarity, confidence, and playful aliveness.
Participants leave feeling grounded, expanded, and reconnected, returning home with renewed purpose and a deeper sense of self.
INVESTMENT
Single occupancy – 2600 EUR / person
Double occupancy – 1800 EUR / person

Zen In The Wild
2026-05-21 - 2026-05-25 | Greater Kruger National Park, South Africa
Are you ready for an adventure and the experience of a lifetime?
Kristi Tate & Joëlle Sleebos will host a safari yoga retreat (4 nights) at Sashwa in the Greater Kruger in South Africa. What better setting to reconnect with yourself, connect with like-minded nature & yoga lovers and get a chance to be part and observe the most magnificent animals on earth.
Accommodation:
Sashwa River of Stars takes its name from the majestic river we overlook. As the sunlight sparkles and shimmers on the flowing water, it mirrors the Milky Way’s ethereal beauty visible in the night sky—a phenomenon often referred to as the River of Stars. Nestled in a pristine wilderness oasis, our lodge features exquisitely crafted suites, each designed to blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings and offering opportunities to observe birdlife in the gardens and a diverse array of wildlife gathering at the water’s edge.
True to its name, the beautiful Olifants River (meaning “Elephant’s River”) frequently hosts large herds of elephants enjoying refreshing dips in its cool, constantly flowing waters. As night descends, let the symphony of hippos grunting and lions roaring serenade you to sleep—an unforgettable African experience that will captivate your heart forever.
All rooms are very comfortable and equipped with all you need to relax, rest and experience that deep sense of tranquility.
Yoga:
We will practice yoga in the morning (Vinyasa) and the evening (Yin) and you have the privilege to learn from two different teacher as both Kristi and Joëlle will be teaching the yoga classes. This is a all-level retreat – Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced Practitioners are welcome.
Game:
Embark on dawn or dusk safari drives across the private game reserve, guided by skilled wilderness experts who share their wisdom, insights and interpretations with us as we explore the land and encounter the wildlife that we share a home with. We embrace a culture of deep awareness and respect towards the wildlife and the wilderness we move through. Expect moments of silence and wonder, appreciating both small creatures and larger wildlife.
While encounters with “The Big 5” are possible, our focus is on meaningful connections with all wildlife. Sashwa embraces the local Shangaan saying, “a leopard chooses to reveal itself to us,” reflecting our respect for nature’s mysteries. The reserve, part of the Greater Kruger Biosphere, allows wildlife to roam freely across over 2 million hectares.

Flow with the Tide 2.0.
2026-05-23 - 2026-05-24 | Teremok Boutique Hotel and Spa, 49 Marine Drive, Umhlanga Rocks, 4320, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, KwaZulu-Natal, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320, South Africa
Coastal Wellness Retreat
23 – 24 May 2026
Step into a weekend of movement, mindfulness, and connection, where ocean energy meets curated wellness experiences. From guided surf sessions to immersive workshops, this retreat is designed to restore, inspire, and energise.
Saturday | 23 May 2026
Ocean, Creativity & Connection
7:30am – Guided Surf & Surf Lessons9:30am – Refresh & Coffee by the beach (optional)10:30am – Arrival at Teremok Spa11:00am – Mindfulness Workshop with Andrea Kellerman1:00pm – Long Lunch on the Lawn2:30pm – Creative Session 4:00pm – Yoga Flow 5:00 – 6:30pm – Sunset Drinks, Snacks
Sunday | 24 May 2026
Depth, Stillness & Integration
7:30am – Freediving Workshop (DUC)12:30pm – Refresh & Transfer to Teremok Spa1:00pm – Long Lunch on the Lawn2:30pm – Binaural Beats Session with Aewon Wolf4:00pm – Closing Yoga Session5:00pm – Farewell Drinks & Light Snacks
Investment
Saturday Full Day – R1,650 (Min. 8 guests)
Includes:

Guided surf & lessons
Mindfulness workshop with Andrea Kellerman
Lunch & soft drinks
Wellness gift
Creative activity session
Yoga class
Snacks, tea & soft drinks (cash bar available)

Optional Extras:

Beach coffee
Surf photography package
Spa treatments (on request)

Sunday Full Day – R1,950 (Min. 8 guests)
Includes:

Freediving workshop (DUC)
Binaural Beats with Aewon Wolf
Lunch & soft drinks
Wellness gift
Yoga session
Snacks, tea & soft drinks (cash bar available)

Optional Extras:

Beach coffee
Photography package
Spa treatments (on request)

SATURDAY, 23 May 2026Cost: R1,650 per person(minimum 8 participants)
Itinerary:07:30 – Guided surf & surf lessons09:30 – Coffee10:30 – Meet at Teremok Spa11:00 – Mindfulness workshop13:00 – Lunch14:30 – Immersion workshop16:00 – Yoga17:00–18:30 – Drinks & snacks
SUNDAY, 24 May 2026Cost: R1,950 per person(minimum 8 participants)
Itinerary:07:30 – Freediving course/workshop12:30 – Change & travel to Teremok13:00 – Lunch14:30 – Immersion workshop16:00 – Yoga17:00 – Farewell drinks & snacks
OPTIONAL ADD-ONS/ NOT INCLUDED
Coffee breaks (morning & afternoon) Surf photography package – R350 per person Spa treatments (available on request) Accommodation at Teremok Boutique Hotel: Single room: R2,000 per person per night (Includes breakfast, tea, and coffee)
Sharing: R1,600 per person per night (Includes breakfast, tea, and coffee)
Ticket OptionsFull Day Pass (Saturday): R1,650 Pay online directly here – https://payf.st/z53e2
Full Day Pass (Sunday): R1,950 Pay online directly here – https://payf.st/tfcdz
Half Day Pass (Saturday): R800 (morning & lunch OR lunch & afternoon) Pay online directly here – https://payf.st/tlg6h
Half Day Pass (Sunday): R1,500 (morning freedive workshop & lunch) Pay online directly here – https://payf.st/ix0s2
Drop-in yoga session: R180 Pay online directly here – https://payf.st/zt069
Book your spot by emailing us at hello@urbanwellnesslab.com

The Inward Method: A 200 Hour Hybrid Vinyasa Teacher Training
2026-06-02 08:00 - 2026-08-04 17:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Kwa-Zulu Natal
Dates:
Online Training: 2 June – 4 August 2026
Retreat: 6 August – 11 August 2026
Full Programme Duration: 2 June – 11 August 2026
Location (Retreat)
Qambathi Mountain Lodge
Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), South Africa
Course Format
A unique yoga teacher training blending:
8 weeks of online learning
5-night immersive luxury retreat
Designed to:
Fit within your existing lifestyle
Offer part-time structure + immersive retreat experience
Combine flexibility with depth
This training is described as first of its kind in South Africa.
What You’ll Learn
Yoga philosophy & history
The pillars of vinyasa
Self-mastery
Meditation & mindfulness
Applied anatomy
Sadhana practice
Intelligent sequencing
Pranayama & breathing anatomy
The subtle body
Mudras, bandhas, mantras & chakras
Hands-on adjustments
Inclusivity in wellness
The business of yoga
The art of instructing & language
Integration of yoga into daily life

SALT Escape Sodwana Bay
2026-08-06 - 2026-08-09 | SALT Escape Sodwana Bay, Sodwana Bay, Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa
Join us for an immersive 4-day ocean retreat where presence meets purpose.This restorative experience is an invitation to slow down, reconnect with nature, and return to yourself. Through daily mindfulness practices, breathwork, gentle movement, and freediving in the wild beauty of Sodwana Bay, you’ll learn to be intentional in everything you do – from your first breath of the morning to your final exhale beneath the stars.
Come as you are, and leave renewed – rooted in stillness, connected to your breath, and aligned with the rhythm of the ocean.

A weekend to slow down, breathe deep, and reconnect with intention – in the pristine waters of Sodwana Bay.

Immerse yourself in a mindful ocean experience that nurtures both body and mind.Guided by our compassionate and experienced team, you’ll explore the underwater world at your own pace – whether you’re dipping below the surface for the first time or deepening an existing practice. This retreat is not about pushing limits; it’s about moving with intention, reconnecting with your breath, and discovering the quiet magic of the sea. Over four gentle, grounding days, you’ll experience the beauty of Sodwana Bay in a way that’s both transformative and deeply restorative.
DAILY SCHEDULE

DAY 1:
Welcome Briefing
Family Dinner
DAY 2:
Sunrise Yoga Flow
Launch for Ocean Safari
Workshop
Family Dinner
DAY 3:
Sunrise Yoga Flow
Launch for Ocean Safari
Workshop
Sunset Yin Yoga
Family Dinner
DAY 4:
Sunrise Yoga Flow
Launch for Ocean Safari
Closing circle and departure
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Daily Yoga
Refreshments on the boat
3 Guided Ocean Safari’s
3 Nights Accommodation
3 Family Dinners (vegetarian)
One of a kind SALT Escape gift bag
HD Video reel of your experience (let us capture the memories, while you live in the moment)
Transportation not included

NOTE: This itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions and other activities will be made available if a launch is not advised. Anything can happen when we play in the magical playground of Sodwana Bay. We suggest that you come with an sense of curiosity and no expectations!

NAMIBIA - Wild Truth
2026-10-02 - 2026-10-11 | Droombos, Farm Klein Windhoek Portion 41, Windhoek Town and Townlands No. 70 Windhoek, Namibia, Namibia, Windhoek, Namibia
Where Wild Places Meets the Journey Within
WHEN: 2-11 October 2026
COUNTRY: Namibia
Join Alana and Marcel for this 10-Day Soulful Safari, a rare journey through Namibia’s wild landscapes that weaves together somatic practice, storywork, and guided reflection. Over ten days you’ll experience desert horizons, starlit skies, and unforgettable wildlife safaris, while staying in boutique lodges and camps.
Alana Moyes, author of The Aligned Leader’s Companion, will help you uncover the story within you, regulate your nervous system, and shape a legacy that feels true to who you are. Marcel Vosloo will guide you through her home country, Namibia, sharing deep knowledge of its landscapes, wildlife, and hidden gems. Together, they offer a journey that blends adventure, mindfulness, and meaningful connection to both self and land. This is not just a retreat. It is a chance to pause, to listen, and to let Namibia’s wild beauty awaken new perspectives. You’ll return not only restored but carrying a story – your legacy – ready to be lived.
What to expect
This retreat gives you rare one-on-one time with Alana, and is designed as a living, mini-experience of her process. Each guest will receive a copy of the book, with journal-style prompts to work through at your own pace. Alana will curate exercises, including new ones inspired by the desert and wide open spaces of magical Namibia.
Every day includes moments of therapeutic movement such as breathwork, gentle yoga, tapping, and somatic practices. This is for everybody, all fitness levels welcome. These sessions are designed to help you feel into your body as a safe container, not as a workout. There will be times set aside for group circles to explore themes, as well as fireside reflections, mornings on desert dunes, and spontaneous safari moments where what you see in the wild becomes a mirror for your own essence. You’ll also have quiet time with your book to reflect and write. As the retreat draws to a close, Alana will help you shape your discoveries into something practical you can take home. Whether that’s a bio, an elevator pitch, affirmations, or mantras. With her storytelling toolkit, you’ll leave with a tangible expression of your story and a deeper clarity about who you are.
This journey comes with responsibility: once you’ve tapped into your story and felt the truth of it, you’ll begin showing up in the world as yourself. The ripple effect of that kind of authenticity is immeasurable.
Spaces are limited – secure your spot today
