LIVE IN PERSON EVENT
Retreat For
A Day –
A Spring
Reset for
Busy Women
Step out of the noise and
reconnect with yourself,
nature and a community of
inspiring women.
There are times in life when a change of environment changes everything.
A thoughtfully curated day to step out of the noise, reconnect with yourself, nature and other incredible women, and return home feeling recharged, inspired and deeply nourished.
There are seasons in life when we simply keep going.
We meet deadlines, care for the people we love, honour our commitments and move from one task to the next, rarely giving ourselves the opportunity to pause.
Retreat for a Day offers something many women rarely give themselves.
A thoughtfully curated day to step out of the noise, reconnect with yourself, nature and other incredible women, and return home feeling recharged, inspired and deeply nourished.
There are seasons in life when we simply keep going.
We meet deadlines, care for the people we love, honour our commitments and move from one task to the next, rarely giving ourselves the opportunity to pause.
Retreat for a Day offers something many women rarely give themselves.
A day away of self care.
A change of environment.
Time for you.
An opportunity to park life’s competing priorities, calm the mind and take a moment to remember what sparks joy.
Set amongst the natural beauty of Bowen Mountain Retreat, you’ll be welcomed into a beautiful experience designed to nourish you and inspire you.
Throughout the day you’ll enjoy aha moments, genuine connection with a wonderful group of women, and a safe and welcoming environment created with warmth, care and pure intention.
This is about giving yourself the opportunity to slow down, be taken care of and return home with renewed energy for the Spring season ahead.
Who Is This For?
This experience is for:
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The Mum or Carer – Always looking after everyone else.
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The Busy Professional – Balancing work, leadership, business, and life.
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The Woman Who Never Stops – Constantly doing, giving, and juggling.
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The Woman Who Loves Personal Growth – Open to reflection, learning, and new perspectives.
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The Woman Feeling Overwhelmed – Ready to slow down, breathe, and reset.
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The Nature Lover – Energised by beautiful surroundings and time outdoors.
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The Woman at a Crossroads – Navigating change or considering what’s next.
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The Curious First-Timer – Interested in experiencing the benefits of a retreat day.
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The Woman Celebrating a New Chapter – Marking a milestone, transition, or fresh beginning.
If you’re craving time for yourself, space to reflect, and the opportunity to return home feeling refreshed, nourished, and inspired, you’ll be warmly welcomed.
During the Day You Will Experience
Guided experiences that
inspire insight and self-discovery.
Quiet moments to pause,
breathe, and reconnect.
Sound healing and meditation
to calm and restore.
Fresh perspectives
that spark new possibilities.
Laughter, joy, and genuine connection with like-minded women.
Time in nature across
seven peaceful acres.
A beautifully curated day
designed with care and intention.
Space to simply receive without expectations, responsibilities, or pressure.
A focus on you, your wellbeing
and what matters most.
Ready to Take A Moment
Out of the Busyness?
Why This Day Matters
When we as women take time for ourselves we have more to give.
When we honour our own needs it has a positive ripple effect.
When we do self care, we enhance our longevity and sense of wellbeing.
The benefits of investing in ourselves far outweigh the soldiering on.
An opportunity to recalibrate, clear your head and calm your nervous system.
Dedicated time to reflect, release what no longer serves you, and remember what sparks joy for you.
The opportunity to experience all of this in a beautiful natural setting, guided by Sashua and Fiona.
What’s Included
- A warm welcome drink on arrival.
- Morning tea and afternoon tea.
- A nourishing chef-prepared lunch featuring seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.
- Gentle movement and stretching sessions.
- Facilitator-led activities and discussions designed to encourage reflection, insight, and connection.
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Access to the beautiful facilities and grounds of Bowen Mountain Retreat.
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A beautiful notebook and reflection materials for capturing insights, ideas, and inspirations throughout the day.
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One post-retreat online group gathering to reconnect, gain fresh insights, and continue the conversation beyond the day.
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A curated gift bag to take home as a reminder of your investment in yourself.
Everything has been taken care of, allowing you to
fully immerse yourself in the day and focus on you.
You’ll Leave Feeling…
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Grateful you gave yourself this day.
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Refreshed, nourished and inspired.
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Lighter, with a renewed sense of possibility.
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Connected to yourself and a wonderful community of women.
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Ready to return home with fresh perspective and renewed intention.
Event Details
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Date: Saturday 22 August 2026
Arrival: Herbal tea flowing from 9:30 am
Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Venue: Bowen Mountain Retreat, NSW
Catering: Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea included.
Dietary requirements can be advised upon registration.
Venue
Bowen Mountain Retreat
1 Serpentine Ln, Bowen Mountain NSW 2753
Travel Options
For guests travelling from the Central Coast, we’re happy to coordinate a shared coach service (cost shared by attendees).
If you’re travelling from Sydney, we’re happy to connect attendees who would like to carpool.
For guests travelling by train from Sydney, we are happy to coordinate a transfer to the venue.
Giving Back
Acknowledging the Women Who Came Before Us
A portion of every ticket sold will be donated to the Cancer Council in support of those whose lives have been touched by cancer, including ours.
Many of us have been touched by cancer.
This is in memory of Fiona’s late mother Mary Duke (passed in 2007) who encouraged her to try new things!
And Sashua’s mum who is a cancer survivor and still joyful at 89 years old.
Meet Your Hosts
Sashua Benay
Sashua Benay has spent more than 20 years helping women reconnect with themselves, trust their inner wisdom and create lives and businesses that feel deeply aligned. With a background in corporate human resources and leadership development, she chose a different path, creating a purpose-led coaching and speaking business while embracing a more soulful way of living on the land.
Founder of Soulful Business Academy, a Certified Instructor and Master Healer with Solara Academy and a Certified Alchemist with Natural Success Academy, Sashua is also a dedicated Qigong and meditation practitioner. Her journey has included entrepreneurship, living on a 1,800-acre farm, cultivating medicinal plants and herbal teas, and exploring the connection between mindset, intuition and meaningful success. Known for blending practical strategy with deep intuitive insight, Sashua creates experiences that inspire women to recognise their value, trust themselves deeply and embrace the next chapter of their lives.
Fiona Vale
Fiona Vale is a Reiki Level 2 qualified with more than 20 years of yoga practice, breathwork, meditation and a student of Solara Academy with a deep love of nature. Her path has taken her through profound grief, the unlearning of people-pleasing, and the hard-won wisdom of navigating difficult personalities – experiences that have deepened her self-understanding and shaped her into a way shower for others.
Together with co-host Sashua, Fiona has curated a day designed to spark joy, promote a true sense of wellbeing and offer a gentle insight into why we need never feel alone.
What Women Are Saying
Shikha Colwill, Canberra
Dionne Payn, Gold Coast
“The Retreat with Sashua Benay was nothing short of extraordinary. The combination of Sashua’s wisdom and nurturing guidance with the breathtaking setting created the perfect environment for transformation. Over four days I felt supported, inspired, and deeply reconnected to myself. I left feeling lighter, more aligned, and empowered to step forward with confidence. If you’re seeking a retreat that blends soulful growth with a truly magical location, this is it!”
Tracy Prescott, Brisbane
“What a retreat!!! Toorongo Valley Estate and Sashua Benay made magic together. Belly laugh we did, fun we had, and tears, many tears, in joy and the hard.
The best part is taking the next step into my growth journey and stepping into the possibilities.
Sashua is the mother of guidance, along with her angels.
Thank you, Sashua, for bringing more magic to Toorongo Valley Estate.”
Georgia Scanlon, Melbourne
You know how you meet a person and you are absolutely in awe of who they are and how they shine? For me, that is Sashua! She is a bright, beautiful Soul, who has nothing but love, respect, compassion and absolute devotion to her fellow human (soul) beings. She absolutely walks her talk and guides you the way to discover your own light, your connection with who you are, and what you are capable of. Both as a human and a soul being. I have experienced working with Sashua as a wonderful journey to finding out what is going on at the core of my being, dig out what needs to be released, to be able to shine even more brightly. It helped me to see myself clearer, and started my journey of self-worth, confidence and a deeper sense of my whole being.
I cannot recommend Sashua and her amazing work in this world enough. Do yourself a favour and connect with Sashua – allow her to shine a light on you, so you can shine your light into the world.
Bianca de Reus, Sydney
I am by nature a cautious person so I don’t jump into friendships or situations. Over several months I observed Sashua interacting with others and noticed that not only did she light up the room with her pure gentle energy, but from the very first moment that I met Sashua I understood her ability to seamlessly slip you a message from the other side. I’ve been on my own spiritual journey for over 25 years and there are plenty of good people out there doing the work and saying and doing all the right things, but Sashua is pure energy like no other.
Her work has been life changing for me. When I started, I felt completely disconnected from myself and others and felt trapped in the life I had created. My life is now completely transformed and back on track. Sashua has a special gift in reading people and situations, her work delves deep and helps you to do the work to reconnect and transform your life. I will be forever grateful and if I ever feel myself slipping once more into the abyss I will know who to reach out to. Highly recommend, thank you Sashua, you are a blessing on this earth.
Working with Sashua has completely changed my life. I’ve made huge changes in my life. I see myself and the world with a new lens, which is much more positive and light, and my energy has shifted in a unique and transformational way.
To anyone who has a burning desire to take the next leap in life or they’re holding themselves back, work with Sashua. It will be the best investment you make in yourself. I have experienced the more personal and professional growth with Sashua than any coaching program I have ever done.
Working with Sashua has been a game-changer for me. Sashua has a special talent for connecting with people and helping them grow. She makes you feel understood and gives you practical tools to improve.
As a speaker, Sashua is engaging and inspiring. Her talks leave you feeling motivated and ready to take action. Personally, Sashua has helped me become more intentional and confident in my work and life. Her support and guidance have made a huge difference for me.
I highly recommend Sashua Benay for any coaching, facilitation, or speaking roles. She is truly amazing at what she does.
A Note from Sashua and Fiona
We believe every woman deserves the opportunity to step away from the demands of everyday life and reconnect with herself.
Sometimes what makes the greatest difference isn’t doing more.
It’s allowing yourself the gift of a different environment, the space to breathe, and the chance to simply be.
Our hope is that you’ll leave feeling nourished, inspired and gently reminded to place your own wellbeing at the heart of your life.
We’d love you to join us for what promises to be a truly special day.
Places are intentionally limited to create an intimate and meaningful experience.
