Yoga Acupuncture Mini-Retreat: A Winter Wellness Experience.


Yoga Acupuncture Mini-Retreat: A Winter Wellness Experience

As the cooler months embrace us, I invite you to nurture your body and mind at our latest event: A Yoga and Acupuncture Mini-Retreat. Designed to harmonise with the rhythms of Winter, this unique two-hour event offers lots of calm and restorative activities.

Event Highlights

Date: Sunday, 24th August
Time: 10 AM – 12 PM
Location: Mona Vale Surf Life Saving Club
Cost: $65

You can book here!

Start your morning with a deeply relaxing Yin Yoga session, led by experienced yoga teacher Suzie Taylor. This gentle practice incorporates acupressure techniques to release tension and stimulate the Kidney and Bladder meridians.

Following the yoga session, enjoy a 30-minute acupuncture and Yoga Nidra experience. I'll be your Acupuncturist (Katika) and work my way around to each attendee on their yoga mat and use 3 acupoints to regulate your Qi. It aims to reset your brain and nervous system while you drift into a guided Yoga Nidra meditation, promoting deep relaxation and stress relief.

To complete this nurturing experience, you’ll be treated to a warming chai tea blend and nourishing bliss balls, homemade by us! — perfect for grounding and replenishing your energy for the day ahead.

About Suzie Taylor

Suzie Taylor, the founder of Studio 5 Mona Vale, brings over 25 years of yoga experience and a passion for supporting students on their wellness journeys. Her qualifications include a Diploma of Yoga Teacher Training from the International Yoga Teachers Association (IYTA), along with advanced training in Yin, Restorative, Meditation, and Yoga Nidra.

About Katika Funnell

My style of Acupuncture is gentle and flexible to the needs of my patients. I'm degree qualified (UTS) and AHPRA registered. I've been in private practice since 2003. I have a Bachelor of Health Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It was an eye-opening experience to see Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine in action in a Hospital in China.

You can read more about my experience here.

Booking Details

Spaces are limited to 15 people ensure an intimate and personalised experience. For more information and to secure your spot, visit the event page at Studio 5 Mona Vale.

Yoga and Acupuncture Mini-retreat

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