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Temenos Spring Weekend Retreat: Courageous & Joyful New Beginnings (Fully booked – waiting list only)
Fully booked - waiting list only
This silent weekend retreat will explore ways in which we can discover the courage within ourselves to live wholeheartedly and authentically, especially through times of change and transition. Through the emotional containment of silence and meditation, we will ground ourselves more fully and open-heartedly in the present moment, creating a foundation of trust and inner peace. As we integrate our pain and suffering, we will discover the joy that comes from connecting bravely to ourselves and to life with more kindness, compassion and discerning wisdom. This creates the conditions for joyful and courageous new beginnings.
This retreat includes teachings from the wisdom of Buddhist psychology, guided meditations in all postures and time for silent walking meditations through the beautiful gardens of Temenos. The ancient practice of qigong movement meditation, as well as optional embodied movement classes and relaxing 60 min aromatherapy massages, will enhance our embodied experience. There will also be time for restorative rest and short, individual sessions with Sue during the retreat. Delicious vegetarian/vegan food will be savoured in silence as part of our integrated practice. This retreat ends with lunch on Sunday 19 October and includes free accommodation on that Sunday night.
A pre-retreat individual session via Zoom is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. The fee for this is fully covered by medical aid and can be reduced if necessary. Please contact Sue at sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time.
CPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals is confirmed for 11 General CEUs, with an annual admin fee of R375.
Bookings: admin@stillmindretreats.com
Costing:
Single En-suite Accommodation & Food: R4350
Teacher's Fee: R3600
Total: R7950
Shared en-suite Accommodation & Food (available to couples/friends only): R4250 per person
Teacher's Fee: R3600 per person
Total: R7850 per person
As always, further reductions on Sue's fee and payment plans are available on request.
A deposit of R2000 to R3000 (R2500 of which is non-refundable) confirms your place, but please email your booking to admin@stillmindretreats.com too, otherwise we cannot allocate this payment!
Optional Extras:
Massage: R680 for 60 minutes
Yoga/Mindful Movement: R200 for 1 class; R375 for 2 classes, R500 for 3 classes
Accommodation Options: (please visit Temenos to view gallery)
Library Suites:
Avila - Georgian cottage, twin beds, shower, fireplace, private braai patio
Jamil - Georgian cottage, twin beds, shower, fireplace, private braai patio
Iona - Georgian cottage, double bed, bath, fireplace, private braai patio
Lisieux - Georgian cottage, twin beds, bath, fireplace, private patio
Garden Cottages:
Assisi - Thatch roof, twin beds, shower, fireplace, private braai patio
Subiaco - Thatch roof, twin beds, shower, fireplace, private braai patio
Carmel - Thatch roof, double bed, shower, fireplace, private patio, braai area
Chiara - Thatch roof, double bed, shower, fireplace, verandah
Spiral Cottages:
Athena - Twin beds, fireplace, shower and bath. Braai facilities
Beulah - Twin beds, fireplace, shower and bath. Braai facilities
The Hermitage:
Beni Abbes - A private & contemplative cottage with a double bed, separate lounge, shower, fireplace, thatch roof
Account Name: Stillmind Retreats
Bank: First National Bank
Account Number: 63069443760
Branch Code: 250655 or 210835
Swift Code: FIRNZAJJ
Reference: Your name & 17 Oct
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: 17 October, 2025
- End: 19 October, 2025
- Event Category: Residential Retreats
Venue
- Temenos Retreat Centre
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Corner of Bree and Voortrekker Streets
McGregor, Western Cape - Phone 023 625 1871
- View Venue Website