7 Day Yoga Retreat in Byron Bay, Australia
Recharging Yoga Retreat in Australia
This is one of the most popular yoga retreats offered in Australia.
Welcome to the ultimate 7-day yoga retreat. Allow yourself to relax and recharge for a full week at the tranquil retreat center located within walking distance of Byron Bay. Let go of that which no longer serves you, set intentions for real change, and take home tools to make it last.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Up to three daily yoga classes
- Meditation and pranayama sessions
- Workshops on wellness, health, and nutrition
- Cooking demonstration and tour of the organic garden
- Evening programs such as yogic philosophy and guided meditation
- Nutritionally-balanced, delicious, vegetarian meals with herbal teas and fruit
- 3 massages or treatments
- 6 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
7 days with instruction in English
Average daily hours of activity: 8
Accommodation
Facilities
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Café
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Meditation garden
- Multilingual staff
- Picnic area
- Restaurant
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Yoga shala
- Yoga studio
- Free bicycle
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Parking lot
At Byron Yoga Centre, they believe that where you stay is an integral part of your journey. Their accommodation options cater to various preferences and budgets, ensuring that your time with them is as rejuvenating as the practices you engage in. Book your stay today and embark on a transformative experience in the heart of Byron Bay.
Nestled in the tranquil haven of Byron Bay, Byron Yoga Centre offers comfortable and thoughtfully designed accommodations for a restorative and immersive experience. Their accommodation options are simple and are available for both their yoga retreats and yoga teacher trainings. They provide a perfect blend of relaxation and convenience, ensuring that each guest can unwind in a peaceful environment. Whether you choose a quad share room or a private ensuite, you’ll find a harmonious space to recharge and rejuvenate after a day of yoga practice and self-discovery. Explore the various lodging options at Byron Yoga Centre and indulge in the perfect blend of comfort and tranquility during your yoga journey.
Ensuite Rooms - Single or Twin Shared
The ensuite rooms can be configured into two single beds or one king bed and can accommodate up to 2 guests. The rooms are newly renovated with wooden floors and whitewashed walls, and have adjoining bathrooms. There is also an option to have an ensuite room with a private verandah overlooking our gardens. The rooms are newly renovated with wooden floors and whitewashed walls. All rooms have air conditioning, reading lamps, and cupboards.
Shared Bathroom Rooms - Single or Twin Shared
The shared bathroom rooms are a more affordable, yet comfortable option. The rooms can be configured into two single beds or one king bed and can accommodate up to 2 guests. The rooms are newly renovated with wooden floors and whitewashed walls. All rooms have air conditioning, reading lamps, and cupboards. The shared bathrooms are located close by and are accessible by covered verandas.
Quad Share Cabins, Shared Bathroom
These four-share rooms are configured with four single beds in a comfortably sized cabin. They are peaceful and private. The cabins are newly built structures with small decks, taking advantage of the views to the beautiful green outlook. All cabins have air conditioning, reading lamps, and cupboards. Shared bathrooms are located close by.
Program
A day in retreat
This 7-day yoga retreat is designed to offer a comprehensive health kick to reset your body and balance your mind and emotions. Please note: the yoga retreat program is flexible, so you can join in as much or as little as you feel up to.
- Morning: Start your day with a grounding sunrise yoga class, flow-based and suitable for all levels, followed by a nourishing breakfast. They take breakfast seriously at Byron Yoga Centre! The dishes vary daily, offering a vibrant mix of vegetarian delights. For those who’d like, eggs are available for a small additional cost.
- Mid-morning: Join an optional wellness workshop that might explore nutrition, yogic philosophy, or practical self-care tools to support your daily life.
- Midday: After your meal, choose between a second alignment-based yoga class or curling up with a good book in the sun. Enjoy free time to rest in your room, stroll along the beach, or unwind by the 20-meter mineral salt pool (solar heated in winter), a gentle way to soothe tired muscles and restore energy.
- Afternoon: Immerse yourself in a deeply relaxing yin or restorative yoga session to help your body and mind drop into stillness.
- Evening: Dine together under the stars with a wholesome, freshly prepared meal. Reflect, connect, or simply rest. Let the day end in quiet peace and intention.
The structure of the program: yoga before meals, then workshops and relaxation, ensures you’re nourished, but never too full to move. The 7-day yoga retreat program allows you to fully relax and recharge. You are invited to let go of that which no longer serves you, set intentions for real change, and take home tools to make it last.
Schedule
The schedule is flexible, all sessions are optional, and it is designed to maximise your retreat experience whilst allowing free time to enjoy being in Byron Bay.
Arrival day
- 08:00 - 14:45 Arrive anytime and settle in to your accommodation
- 12:30 Lunch (optional)
- 15:00 Welcome circle and meditation
- 16:30 Restorative / Yin yoga class
- 18:00 Dinner
- 19:00 Guided meditation / Yoga Nidra
Full Days
- 08:00 Breakfast
- 09:00 Wellness / philosophy
- 10:00 Morning break
- 10:30 Yoga class
- 12:00 Relax
- 12:30 Lunch
- 13:30 Relax / treatment
- 16:30 Restorative / Yin yoga class
- 18:00 Dinner
- 19:00 Guided meditation / philosophy / wellness session
Final Day:
- 06:45 Morning Flow yoga
- 08:00 Breakfast
- 09:00 Wellness, meditation, or philosophy sessions
- 10:00 Morning break
- 10:30 Morning yoga class
- 12:00 Relax
- 12:30 Lunch
- 13:30 Ongoing wellness
- 14:30 Closing circle
- 15:00 Departure
Daily program may vary slightly.
Instructors
Elise Ottaway
Elise is the retreat manager, where she has been both teaching and hosting the retreats since 2016. She teaches a range of styles, including Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative, and a powerful slow flow. All her classes have an emphasis on body awareness, alignment, nervous system regulation, and the mind-body connection. Her intention is to create a space where students can connect, grow, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves. Elise’s background in personal training and holistic wellness guided her own wellness journey, which led her to yoga in 2013.
Ross Adams
Ross has a love for sharing the ancient wisdom teachings of Yoga and Mindfulness, teachings that have profoundly changed the course of his own life. His favourite thing is when others feel for themselves the healing, nourishing, and transformative effects of these simple and time-tested practices and principles. He is particularly passionate about helping to facilitate mental well-being. Ross qualified as a yoga teacher in 2013, joining the Byron Yoga Centre team in 2016, where he continues to facilitate retreat groups to this day.
Aurora Knight
Aurora has been a teacher trainer and retreat host at Byron Yoga Centre since 2016. Also, an Emotional Wellbeing Coach - Aurora is known for her calm and compassionate space holding. In her classes, she interweaves slow flow Hatha, Restorative, and Yin yoga styles. Aurora began practising yoga 20 years ago and spent most of her adult life in the UK as a trainer, coach, and event organiser, and it was here that she became aware of the very real nature of burnout. This led her to delve deeper into yoga and to study the womb and cycles by which the feminine energies are governed.
Colin Laird
Colin’s love of yoga was born in Edinburgh at the age of 21 with a rigorous Ashtanga practice. He has been involved in many styles over the years, across a number of countries, from Iyengar to Hot Yoga and, most recently, Vinyasa, Yin, and Myofascial Release. He began teaching by accident in 2019, completing his Level 1 course in Sydney, and has been teaching weekly ever since. Furthering his experience through the Level 2 at Byron Yoga Centre in 2023, he then attended the Restore Training (Yin and Myofascial) with Lennox Yoga later that year.
Retreat location
With its numerous beaches, unspoilt hinterland, and relaxed lifestyle, Byron Bay is a popular tourist destination. It is also a place where artists, musicians, dancers, writers, surfers, healers, and, of course, yogis express their diversity and individuality.
The yoga retreat guests love spending time at the beach, walking the iconic lighthouse trail, whale or dolphin watching, hanging out in cafes, and browsing the unique shops in this funky town known for its alternative and laid-back atmosphere. Byron Yoga Centre is conveniently located within walking distance of town. They’ve put together a list of a few of their favourite activities to do in and around Byron Bay during your stay.
Food
Vegetarian menu
Embark on a journey that not only satisfies your taste buds but also nourishes your body, mind, and spirit at Byron Yoga Retreat Centre. They boast 3 acres of beautiful organic gardens, which supply most of the food for their vegetarian menu. Their meals are meticulously crafted to be nutritionally balanced, cleansing, and nourishing. Included in both the yoga retreats and residential yoga teacher trainings.
Commitment to SLOW
Embracing the philosophy of SLOW Food – Seasonal, Local, Organic, and Without processed foods – they prioritize the well-being of the trainees, retreat guests, and staff. Their commitment to SLOW means sourcing super-fresh produce from their own organic gardens whenever possible and opting for local, organic, and in-season ingredients. This ensures not only the exceptional taste of their meals but also provides toxin-free food with maximum freshness, delivering optimum nutrients to the body.
The dining area features a spacious outdoor veranda, providing a serene backdrop for socializing over their delectable cuisine. Take in the tranquil view of lush gardens, witnessing the herbs and vegetables used in your meals growing around you.
Indulge in complimentary herbal teas and fresh fruit available throughout the day for our retreat guests. The popularity of their delicious meals has led to the creation of a recipe book, ‘Gitam’s Garden’, a testament to the demand and appreciation from our guests.
They cater to dietary restrictions, including gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, and specific allergies. Simply inform them of any requests when confirming your booking, and they’ll ensure your culinary experience is tailored to perfection.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Organic
- Lactose Free
- Other dietary requirements on request
- Ayurvedic
Things to do (optional)
Byron Bay walking
Byron Bay and its surrounds host an abundance of walking track options. The Cape Byron walking track is within walking distance of Byron Yoga Centre. They also have bikes available for hire during your stay, so you can explore a little further along the coast, including the Three Sisters Track in the beautiful Broken Head Nature Reserve. If you have a car with you, we recommend heading slightly inland to explore the many waterfalls, rainforest, and bush walks in the Byron Bay hinterland.
Byron Bay whale watching
Cape Byron is Australia’s most easterly point, located on the North Coast of New South Wales. This makes Byron Bay the perfect place to experience the migration of whales. Whale watching season is from June to October, and you can usually catch a glimpse of the magnificent creatures from the Cape Byron lookout.
However, if you would like a closer look, we recommend booking a whale watching tour during your yoga retreat with friends at Byron Whale Watching.
Byron Bay kayaking
All year round, the Byron Bay coastline is also home to local pods of bottlenose dolphins. You can often spot these from the shore; however, to see some up close and personal, we recommend booking a Byron Bay Kayak Tour during your stay at Byron Yoga Retreat Centre. They can organise this for you! Simply tick the optional extra when booking your Yoga Retreat.
Crystal Castle
A must-do during your yoga retreat is a visit to the Crystal Castle and Shambhala Gardens. Find your bliss with meditations, wander the ancient labyrinth, connect with nature on the Damanhur Spiral, and rejuvenate with a reflexology walk. If you have a car with you, book your tickets here and explore the Crystal Castle at your leisure. Otherwise, they can organize a return shuttle tour from Byron Yoga Centre.
Byron Bay markets
It’s not a trip to Byron Bay without exploring the local farmers' and community markets. Byron Bay markets – 1st Sunday of the month (+ 3rd Sunday of December and January). With its welcoming atmosphere, artistic talent, fantastic food, local musicians, and authentic products, it offers an inspiring illustration of Byron’s local community at its best. Byron Farmers Market – Thursdays 07:00 - 11:00. Everything from seasonal fruit and vegetables, pasture-raised meat and eggs, artisan cheese and bread, seafood, pasta, rice, nuts, honey, flowers, and more!
Byron Bay adventure
If you’re feeling a little more adventurous, you can choose to book an organised activity such as surfing lessons, scuba diving, hot air ballooning, or even skydiving… The options are endless. They understand that everyone is different, and with the flexible programs on the yoga retreats, you have the freedom to fit in the activities you love.
Spa treatments
3 massages or treatments are included in the package.
What's included
- Option of up to three daily yoga classes (flow / classic hatha / restorative or Yin)
- Meditation and pranayama sessions
- Workshops on wellness, health, and nutrition
- Cooking demonstration and tour of the organic garden
- Evening programs such as yogic philosophy and guided meditation
- 3 massages or treatments
- 6 nights accommodation
- Nutritionally-balanced, delicious, vegetarian menu (allergies and preferences catered to)
- Unlimited herbal teas and fruit
- Use of on-site bicycles
- Use of a heated 20-meter mineral salt swimming pool
What's not included
- Additional activities that Byron Bay
- Coffee, chai, and cold drinks (coconut water)
- Sweet treats (‘healthy’ desserts: raw, gluten and refined sugar free)
- Travel and airport transfers
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer not provided
Brisbane Airport
148 km away from your destination
Transfer not provided
Gold Coast Airport (Coolangatta Airport)
54 km away from your destination
Transfer not provided
Ballina Byron Gateway Airport
21 km away from your destination
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 14 days before arrival.
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