Being Human Retreats

Escape to the lush landscapes of Coffs Harbour, NSW, and immerse yourself in a week of movement and body-awareness designed to help you unwind, release unhelpful patterns, and access a more expansive version of yourself. Set against a backdrop of vibrant wildlife and towering trees, this retreat fosters deep connection—to nature, to one another, and to your own inner wisdom—so you can step back into life feeling renewed and more alive than ever.

What You’ll Experience

- Daily Movement Labs: Each morning and afternoon, engage in guided practices that blend somatic movement, conscious breathing, and gentle yoga. These body-awareness sessions are the heart of our program, equipping you with tools you’ll carry forward long after you’ve returned home.

- Idyllic Location: Your base is a private estate nestled in nature, far from distraction. Enjoy the luxury of an outdoor bathtub with a landscape showerhead overlooking forested valleys—perfect for cleansing both body and mind.

- Expert-Led Guidance: Every session is led by medically certified movement therapists and yoga instructors who fuse cutting-edge science with time-tested practices. You’ll receive personalized feedback and evidence-based insights that catalyze real, lasting change.

Your Retreat Includes

• Spacious, nature-facing accommodations with en-suite baths and open-air showers
• Three nourishing, plant-forward meals daily, crafted from local ingredients
• Movement, breathwork, and restorative sessions led by Dr. Ryan Henson and team
• Optional guided forest walks, silent morning meditations, and community circles
• All program materials, access to our online movement library, and a keepsake guidebook

Why Join Us? Rewire your body’s habitual holding patterns and release tension at its source. Deepen your connection to the natural world and a supportive community. Return home with lifelong movement tools, renewed energy, and a vibrant outlook

Discover Orara Estate Tucked just outside Coffs Harbour, Orara Estate is a newly renovated private hideaway where luxury meets the wild. Settle into your glamping tent—each pitched on lush lawns to let you drift to sleep under the stars and wake to the dawn chorus. Unplug in our courtyard’s al fresco dining area, gather around the open-air fire pit with its swinging benches, or sweat out tension in the riverside sauna. A winding walking trail through the adjacent national park invites sunrise strolls, and three hearty, locally sourced meals fuel your adventures. With hot showers, hot water taps, and easy car access, this intimate retreat (limited to 15 guests) strikes the perfect balance of remote serenity and modern comfort. Dates for the next gathering will be announced soon—reserve your spot to experience nature without compromise.