YOGA RETREAT

Time to connect within.

Join us at Soma for a transformative yoga retreat, nestled in the serene hinterland of Byron Bay. If you’ve stopped by, maybe you’re at a crossroads, looking for an inspirational time away, or perhaps you’re a seasoned yogi looking to deepen your knowledge and advance your skillset. Whatever you’re looking for, you’re sure to find the answers you seek at our Soma’s yoga retreat in Byron Bay. This retreat offers an immersive and transformative experience like no other.

WHY YOGA?

This timeless ancient practice extends beyond the powerful physical postures it's most known for and is a holistic science that intertwines the mind, body, and spirit. When practised correctly, yoga can lead to remarkable mental clarity and transformations of physical resilience. Whether seeking solace from daily stressors or wanting to reconnect with your body, the Soma yoga program will facilitate your journey to a more balanced and enriched lifestyle.

Discover the Depths of Yoga & Mindfulness at Soma Byron Retreat

In this four-day, three-night retreat, you'll engage with a blend of ancient and modern practices alongside numerous mindfulness practices taught by highly sought-after coaches. You'll connect with the breadth and depth of yoga, learning how to perform this incredible practice and how to use it to balance your mind, body and spirit. Our teachers bring years of experience and remarkable knowledge, which they will share with you over the retreat.

The Soma yoga retreat in Byron Bay is designed to offer a comprehensive and transformative experience. Enveloped in an aura of nature, the Soma sanctuary is the ideal place to dive deep into Vedic philosophy and self-discovery. It is a key to unlocking the secrets of inner peace.

Yoga at SOMA

Kriya Yoga

Kriya yoga is a practice aimed at accelerating spiritual growth. It combines breathwork, mantra, and divine hand movements to allow practitioners to reach and maintain higher consciousness. Powerful and transformative, Kriya yoga focuses on the breath to create synergy between the mind, body, and spirit.

Breathwork

The mind and the breath go hand in hand. Where the breath is out of order, so too is the mind and vice-versa. During this yoga retreat, you’ll learn how to deliberately and effectively alter your breath’s depth, pace, and rhythm to enhance relaxation and release emotional blocks.

Bhakti Yoga

The divine is all around us; however, many fail to recognise it, inadvertently ignoring the signs and missing the blessings in front of us. Bhakti yoga allows you to develop a deeper connection with the universe, surrendering control to the divine to set you on the path of the heart.

Hatha Yoga

Nurture your body and open your mind with Hatha yoga. Designed to create balance, strength, and flexibility, Hatha opens up several channels of your body to allow energy to flow more freely. You’ll learn a series of postures (asanas) and how to focus on the breath to balance and surrender to each pose.

Vinyasa Yoga

Sometimes referred to as flow yoga, Vinyasa yoga strings postures together to create smooth, dance-like sequences that help balance your body and make it more mobile.

Yin Yoga

Yin yoga encourages a sense of release and letting go. It is passive and slow-paced, encouraging you to settle into poses for extended periods. Yin yoga allows you to find stillness and calm, alleviating stress and enriching the body, mind, and soul.

Kundalini Yoga

Awaken your Kundalini Shakti, a cosmic power coiled at the base of your spine. Kundalini, also known as your serpent power, pierces through your chakras and other energy centres before reaching your crown chakra for spiritual enlightenment. At Soma, our coaches will walk you through Kundalini yoga, activating your serpent power and taking you on a profound journey of transformation and higher consciousness.

Transformational Breathwork

Learn intricate breathing techniques to tap into your inner psyche. These techniques are incredibly powerful and can be used to unlock stagnant energy and release suppressed emotions. It helps to enhance mental clarity and promotes a greater sense of overall well-being.

Vedic Philosophy

Learn the universe’s secrets and have your questions answered with powerful Vedic philosophy teachings. Receive guidance from the knowledge of the four Vedas: Rig Veda, Sama Veda, Yajur Veda, and Atharva Veda. Experience a life-changing metamorphosis that opens you up to a world of possibilities.

Intro to Vedic Meditation

Effortless and transformational, Vedic meditation nurtures you into a deep state of relaxation and consciousness. Adopting Vedic wisdom, Vedic meditation involves the silent repetition of mantras to promote inner peace and clarity of mind, ultimately leading to a life of greater well-being, fulfilment and balanced energy.

About the Teacher

Gary Gorrow

With over 17 years of mindfulness experience, Gary works with people from all over the globe and from all walks of life. He is passionate about empowering others, using ancient consciousness-based and guided meditation practices to help his students reach genuine enlightenment.

 

Gary is a Vedic Meditation Practitioner (Master Teacher), qualified Ayurvedic Health Coach, Mindfulness Expert, High-Performance Coach, and Motivational Speaker, making him one of the industry’s most sought-after transcendental teachers.

About the Teacher

Who is This Retreat Ideal For?

Thoughtfully curated by our mindfulness experts, the retreat’s primary goal is to assist with developing higher consciousness, reshaping your approach to life and living, helping you discover newfound vibrancy, and unlocking a renewed direction and purpose.
  • Yoga Enthusiasts: Individuals passionate about deepening their yoga practice and exploring advanced techniques in a focused and immersive setting.
  • Serenity-Seekers: Those looking to escape the pressures of daily life and seeking effective stress management techniques in a spectacular environment.
  • Curious First-Timers: The Soma Yoga retreat in NSW caters to individuals at all skill levels, ensuring you feel supported during every step of your journey.
  • Mindfulness Explorers: Those interested in cultivating mindfulness and exploring meditation practices in a dedicated and guided manner.
  • Health and Wellness Seekers: Individuals on a journey toward holistic well-being as we address the spectrum of elements that comprise true health and happiness: mental, physical, spiritual, intellectual, and lifestyle.
  • People in Transition: Those undergoing life changes that seek a space for reflection, rejuvenation, and exploration of personal growth.
  • Professionals: Individuals experiencing burnout or seeking a mindful break from hectic work schedules. Those seeking respite and rejuvenation in a well-rounded experience that extends beyond yoga practice.

A Yoga Retreat in Australia that Transforms

At Soma, you’ll do more than simply practise yoga in the serenity of Byron Bay. Our luxury yoga retreat is an immersive experience where you’ll engross yourself entirely in mindfulness practices and teachings to reach higher consciousness and elevated well-being.

  • Vedic Wisdom: Gaining insights into the science of Being and the Art of Living provides a new perspective on the nature of reality, self-realisation and the path of dharma.
  • Neurological Advancement: Mindful yoga practices leverage neuroplasticity (reformation and reorganisation of synaptic connections), fostering positive changes in brain structure and function.
  • Stress Modulation: The diverse range of practices you’ll learn helps to regulate the nervous system, dissolve accumulated stress, and promote resilience and a higher state of consciousness.
  • Physical Rejuvenation: Daily yoga and associated practices enhance overall flexibility, strength, and balance. We’ll teach you everything you need to know to continue practising at home.
  • Mindfulness Mastery: Learn the art of cultivating heightened awareness, mindful engagement, and fostering mental clarity and emotional buoyancy.
  • Holistic Wellness Education: Learning and understanding how to incorporate the six essential elements into your daily life allows you to optimise health and well-being moving forward.
  • Balanced Energy: Integrating Himalayan breathwork, Neuro-dynamic breathwork, meditation, mindfulness, and various yoga styles into your lifestyle harmonises energy flow and promotes a balanced and revitalised state of being.

A BYRON YOGA RETREAT THAT TRANSFORMS

At Soma, you’ll do more than simply practise yoga in the serenity of Byron Bay. Our yoga retreat is an immersive experience where you’ll engross yourself entirely in mindfulness practices and teachings to reach higher consciousness and elevated well-being. While Soma offers a tranquil escape, rest and relaxation are an added benefit. The real marvel lies in your newfound knowledge and spiritual awakening, transforming your mind, body, and spirit to guide you on a revolutionary path to enlightenment. Here’s how Soma equips you with tools you can use for a lifetime.

  • Vedic Wisdom:

    Gaining insights into the science of Being and the Art of Living provides a new perspective on the nature of reality, self-realisation and the path of dharma.
  • Neurological Advancement:

    Mindful yoga practices leverage neuroplasticity (reformation and reorganisation of synaptic connections), fostering positive changes in brain structure and function.
  • Stress Modulation:

    The diverse range of practices you’ll learn helps to regulate the nervous system, dissolve accumulated stress, and promote resilience and a higher state of consciousness.
  • Physical Rejuvenation:

    Performing daily yoga and associated practices enhances overall flexibility, strength, and balance. We’ll teach you everything you need to know to continue practising at home.
  • Mindfulness Mastery:

    Learn the art of cultivating heightened awareness, mindful engagement, and fostering mental clarity and emotional buoyancy.
  • Holistic Wellness Education:

    Learning and understanding how to incorporate the six essential elements into your daily life allows you to optimise health and well-being moving forward.
  • Balanced Energy:

    Integrating Himalayan breathwork, Neuro-dynamic breathwork, meditation, mindfulness, and various yoga styles into your lifestyle harmonises energy flow and promotes a balanced and revitalised state of being.

A BYRON YOGA RETREAT THAT TRANSFORMS

At Soma, you’ll do more than simply practise yoga in the serenity of Byron Bay. Our yoga retreat is an immersive experience where you’ll engross yourself entirely in mindfulness practices and teachings to reach higher consciousness and elevated well-being. 

 

  • Vedic Wisdom:

    Gaining insights into the science of Being and the Art of Living provides a new perspective on the nature of reality, self-realisation and the path of dharma.

  • Neurological Advancement:

    Mindful yoga practices leverage neuroplasticity (reformation and reorganisation of synaptic connections), fostering positive changes in brain structure and function.

  • Stress Modulation:

    The diverse range of practices you’ll learn helps to regulate the nervous system, dissolve accumulated stress, and promote resilience and a higher state of consciousness.

  • Physical Rejuvenation:

    Performing daily yoga and associated practices enhances overall flexibility, strength, and balance. We’ll teach you everything you need to know to continue practising at home.

  • Mindfulness Mastery:

    Learn the art of cultivating heightened awareness, mindful engagement, and fostering mental clarity and emotional buoyancy.

  • Holistic Wellness Education:

    Learning and understanding how to incorporate the six essential elements into your daily life allows you to optimise health and well-being moving forward.

  • Balanced Energy:

    Integrating Himalayan breathwork, Neuro-dynamic breathwork, meditation, mindfulness, and various yoga styles into your lifestyle harmonises energy flow and promotes a balanced and revitalised state of being.

Duration

Thur 2pm - Sun 10am

Dates

April 24-27, 2025

July 24-27, 2025

October 16-19th, 2025

Prices

Individual $3,600

Couples $5,600

Twin Share Main House
$2,900 p/person

Forest Abode Triple Share
$2,700 p/person

Forest Abode Couple $4,800 total

Non-residential options are available for all yoga retreats.

Alternatively, you can choose your own accommodation and still join us and the group for the full Soma experience (all meals included, full access to the freshwater infinity pool, Soma grounds, and infrared sauna).

Price: $2,400

The Benefits of Our Retreats

When you attend our luxury yoga retreat in Byron Bay, you’ll have access to:

  • 4 days/3 nights premium accommodation in an expansive bedroom with a king-sized bed and private ensuite.
  • Gift on arrival
  • Daily yoga sessions that include: Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin, Kundalini and other specialised practices. Sessions accommodate varying levels of ability and are tailored to your individual goals.
  • Tranformative breathwork sessions
  • Guided Meditation practices
  • Knowledge sessions: Our world-class teachers will deliver timeless knowledge on the specific aspects of yoga Vedanta philosophy, providing a deeper understanding of its broader implications for life and living.
  • Nature and relaxation: The retreat is filled with wonderful biodiversity, and participants are encouraged to enjoy the natural world, whether it be forest bathing, self-guided walks, outdoor meditation, or lying in the hammock under a 250-year-old tree. The Soma sanctuary is the ideal space of tranquillity and reconnection.
  • Daily access to the infrared sauna and ice bath
  • Digital detox
  • Full access to a freshwater infinity pool and the Soma grounds
  • 4-day locally sourced, whole-food plant-based menu prepared by Soma chefs. Chat with us about your dietary requirements.
  • Evening gatherings around the fire

*Bodywork treatment upon request. Charges apply.

About the teacher

Gary Gorrow

With over 17 years of mindfulness experience, Gary works with people from all over the globe and from all walks of life. He is passionate about empowering others, using ancient consciousness-based and guided meditation practices to help his students reach genuine enlightenment.

Gary is a Vedic Meditation Practitioner (Master Teacher), qualified Ayurvedic Health Coach, Mindfulness Expert, High-Performance Coach, and Motivational Speaker, making him one of the industry’s most sought-after transcendental teachers.

About the teacher

About the teacher

Bess Prescott

Bess has been practising yoga for over 20 years and co-owns Creature Yoga in Byron Bay. She takes a scholarly approach to the practice based on original texts and completed her first year of Sanskrit Studies at ANU in 2021. Bess teaches yoga āsana and lectures yoga history and philosophy for teachers-in-training worldwide. She has been teaching yoga since 2011 and is Yoga Alliance ERYT500 certified.

About the teacher

About the Teacher

Lance Shuler

Lance Schuler, owner and director of Integrated South Pacific Yoga Academy (INSPYA), is a highly respected figure in the global yoga community. He brings with him 40 years of teaching experience. Lance was raised on a farm in New Zealand, which gave him the freedom to explore martial arts, where he performed Judo at an elite level.

It was during this period that Lance discovered yoga, an art he would come to study and teach for several years before founding INSPYA — a modern system that integrates scientific advances with traditional techniques. His teaching areas include Course Direction, Principal Teaching, Asana, Pranayama and Meditation, Workplace Training and Assessment, Teaching Methodology, Ethical Guidelines, and Adjustment Skills.

About the Teacher

About the Teacher

Ritika

Ritika is a trained Vedic astrologer and has studied under her teacher, Anand Mehrotra, for over 15 years. Ritika follows a spiritual discipline, practising yoga, kriya, meditation, mantra and rituals daily, and leads a life of honesty and integrity. She is driven by a genuine desire to serve her clients.

A holistic teacher can function as a “life counsellor” and be able to address all domains of life, including health, psychology, career, relationship, and spiritual blocks. Through Kriya yoga, Ritika guides clients toward the full unfoldment of their soul, pointing out the scope of their life’s potential and equipping them with practical tools for developing their energies properly. A true yogi’s ultimate goal is to master their energy and direct it towards evolution.

About the Teacher

About the Teacher

Sara Searle

Ritika is a trained Vedic astrologer and has studied under her teacher, Anand Mehrotra, for over 15 years. Ritika follows a spiritual discipline, practising yoga, kriya, meditation, mantra and rituals daily, and leads a life of honesty and integrity. She is driven by a genuine desire to serve her clients.

A holistic teacher can function as a “life counsellor” and be able to address all domains of life, including health, psychology, career, relationship, and spiritual blocks. Through Kriya yoga, Ritika guides clients toward the full unfoldment of their soul, pointing out the scope of their life’s potential and equipping them with practical tools for developing their energies properly. A true yogi’s ultimate goal is to master their energy and direct it towards evolution.

About the Teacher

Contact SOMA Today

Take the next step in your yoga journey with our world-class yoga retreat in Byron Bay. Contact our friendly team today to ask questions, learn more about our programmes, or book a retreat.

YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

What is the evening gathering?

The evening gathering is a group session that gives you the opportunity to ask questions relevant to your journey. In a somewhat spontaneous flow of wisdom, you’ll engage in discussion with our facilitators, who will share specific discourses and knowledge to elevate your awakening further.

A digital detox. Does that mean no technology?

Yep! It might sound scary at first. After all, we live with computers in our pockets. But at Soma, we encourage all guests to step away from their phones and other technology to give themselves a much-needed break. No technology means you can really be present in the moment and immerse yourself entirely in the experience. This intentional break allows you to foster deeper connections with yourself and others, reducing distractions and gifting you a more profound exploration of the retreat’s offerings.

A digital detox? Does that mean no technology?

Yep! At Soma, we encourage all guests to step away from their phones and other technology to give themselves a much-needed break. No technology means you can really be present in the moment and immerse yourself entirely in the experience. This intentional break allows you to foster deeper connections with yourself and others, reducing distractions and gifting you a more profound exploration of the retreat’s offerings.

Are places limited? How many spots are available per retreat?

Yes. This is an exclusive luxury yoga retreat, and as such, we can only accommodate a maximum of 23 guests, so be sure to secure your place!

What does an average day at Soma look like?

A day at Soma typically involves various activities tailored to the retreat. You can expect a blend of structured sessions such as workshops, yoga classes, meditation sessions, and group discussions. Additionally, you’ll have blocks of personal free time to relax or indulge in a massage if you wish.

Are we allowed to choose our rooms?

While we typically allocate rooms for participants, we’re more than happy to accommodate specific room requests whenever possible. So, if you have a particular preference or requirement, please email [email protected] and let us know — we’ll do our best to arrange it for you.

Would you recommend this yoga retreat for return guests, or should I try something different?

Many of our guests return to the same retreat, finding new depths of experience and growth each time. However, we highly recommend exploring our other offerings. We have other incredible offerings, such as the Visionary Masterclass and Immersion Retreat, both of which encourage personal growth and ascension. We encourage you to peruse our website and select the option that resonates with you most.

Remember, every experience at Soma, even if it’s the same retreat, holds the potential for unique transformation and growth as your current journey and state of being influence it.

Do I have to pay everything upfront, or do you accept a deposit?

Participants are required to pay in full; we do not accept deposits. However, we understand that some individuals may benefit from an instalment payment plan. If this sounds like you, please speak with us directly at [email protected], and we’ll work with you to try and find a solution.

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