RETREAT: Beginning the Year with Wise Compassion, Appreciation & Trust

This "Open the Heart and Still the Mind" silent overnight retreat will be held in the very nurturing and beautiful environment of Mont Fleur, nestled in the mountains near Stellenbosch. It is suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners and provides an opportunity to begin the year with compassionate self-care, wisdom and trust in the possibility of joyful new beginnings.
The overnight retreat begins at 9 for 9:30am on Saturday 30th and ends after lunch at 2:30pm on Sunday 31st January.
Drawing on the wisdom of Buddhist and Western psychology and through various mindful and compassion meditation practices, including sitting and walking meditations and qigong movement meditation, we will learn how to connect more deeply with our embodied, authentic presence in shared silence and stillness. As we ground ourselves in a safe and welcoming home within, listening gently to body, heart and mind with kindness and compassion, we will begin the year cultivating self-compassion and open-hearted wisdom. As we deepen our connection to ourselves in the silence, we will discover ways to embody courage, clarity and trust, as we nurture compassionate new beginnings and joyful, heartfelt presence.
A 30 - 50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. The cost will be covered by medical aid or reduced if necessary. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time.
CPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be confirmed and will carry an annual admin fee.
Bookings: admin@stillmindretreats.com
Costing:
Single En-suite Accommodation & Food: R2800
Teacher's Fee: R3200
Total: R6000
Shared en-suite Accommodation & Food (available to couples although individual accommodation is recommended): R2000 per person
Teacher's Fee: R3200 per person
Total: R5200 per person
A deposit of R2500 to R3500 (R2500 of which is non-refundable) confirms your place. Reductions and payment plans on request
Optional Extras:
Massage: R750 for 60 mins; R500 for 30 mins
Mindful Movement/Yoga: Rates TBC
Account Name: Stillmind Retreats
Bank: First National Bank
Account Number: 63069443760
Branch Code: 250655 or 210835
Swift Code: FIRNZAJJ
Reference: Your name & 30 Jan
Please email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com.
Although individual circumstances will be taken into account the following applies to all bookings.
Please note that the refunded amount/percentage is calculated on the full retreat fee.
4 – 6 weeks prior to retreat:
If your place is filled, there will be a refund less the non-refundable deposit, but in the event, your place is not filled there will be a refund less 50%.
2 - 4 weeks prior to retreat:
If your place is filled, there will be a refund less the non-refundable deposit, but in the event, your place is not filled, a refund less 75%.
2 weeks or less prior to the retreat:
If your place is filled, there will be a refund less the non-refundable deposit.
If your place is not filled, then no refund is possible, but individual circumstances will be taken into account.
Details
- Start: 30 January, 2027 @ 9:30 am UTC+2
- End: 31 January, 2027 @ 2:30 pm UTC+2
- Event Category: Residential Retreats
Venue
- Mont Fleur
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Upper Blaauwklippen Road
Stellenbosch, Western Cape 7600 South Africa - View Venue Website