Join our next retreat in Banaglow, NSW I 8-13 November

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The location. 99 acres. bangalow, nsw.

Luxury. nature. space. privacy.

A landscape with tall eucalypt trees, grassy field, blue sky, and distant hills.
Sunlit modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with two wicker bar stools, wooden ceiling, and large windows showing outdoor greenery.
Modern house with an outdoor deck, hammock, and a view of trees and mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.
Living room with white walls, a white sofa with pillows, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, a wooden TV stand with a flat-screen TV, decorative wall hangings, a large window with a door, a woven pendant light, and a ceiling fan.
A bedroom corner with a bed partially visible on the left, a nightstand with a decorative lantern, a picture on the wall, and a robe hanging on a hook on the wall next to a black item, possibly a towel or piece of clothing.
A wooden octagonal mirror hangs above a wooden desk with decorative vases, accompanied by a wooden chair in a corner with white walls and a curtain.
A bedroom with a large bed, dark pillows, a woven storage bench, a white armchair with a black and white pillow, hanging bedside lamps, large windows, and a ceiling fan.
Bathroom with a white pedestal sink, a large mirror, a toilet, and a white wall-mounted shelf holding towels and toiletries.

you hold space for everyone else.

but when was the last time someone held you?

A woman with dark hair tied back, wearing a white lace blouse and a necklace, is squatting on a floor indoors. She appears to be tending to or interacting with a person lying down, surrounded by cushions and personal belongings. The background shows large windows with a view of trees and greenery outside.

This retreat was created for the people who care deeply, lead with strength and rarely stop.

A place where your nervous system gets to rest, recalibrate, and be met with care.

You’ll breathe again. Sleep deeply. Eat slowly. Laugh.

You’ll remember what it feels like to be cared for, not needed.

  • Held by nature.

  • Guided by science.

  • Moved by spirit.

For the therapists, coaches, leaders and carers who hold everyone together - and crave the same support they give others so willingly.

Led by experienced practitioners who understand both science and soul.

WHY YOU’RE COMING

You’re ready to stop managing your life and start living it.

To be held, not needed.

To rest without guilt.

To remember who you are when you’re not leading, fixing, or performing calm.

To feel at home in your body again - steady, alive, safe and on purpose.

To belong somewhere that understands what it takes to hold space, and what it costs.

To have fun with like minded people who are also on a journey of self mastery.

THE EXPERIENCE

A grounded process of nervous system recalibration, guided by trauma-informed facilitators.

Through breathwork, somatic release, and relational repair, you’ll retrain your body to recognise safety and vitality again.

Each day we balance evidence-based practice with spiritual depth, bridging neuroscience, psychology, and presence.

You’ll leave regulated, rested, and reconnected to your own capacity.

OVERVIEW

Long swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a concrete patio, a grassy lawn, a house with a brick wall, and a scenic view of a cloudy sky and distant hills.

Our retreats are designed with depth and deliberate focus on supporting each participant to reach their goals. We plan excursions that connect with local people, customs and faith to anchor the experience in the land and culture of area, and we firmly believe in creating space for depth, rest & play. Whether you're coming to learn, connect, or simply recharge, you can expect a thoughtful, well-paced experience that encourages real change and connection

bangalow retreat Details

November 8 – 13

Next Dates

5 nights

Trip Duration

$3000 - 5500 (shared & private rooms available)

Pricing

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INCLUSIONS

  • 5 nights luxury accommodation surrounded by nature and stillness.

  • Chef-prepared dinners (with every dietary need cared for)

  • Daily group sessions blending breathwork, embodiment, integration, and guidance

  • Opening and closing circles

  • Celebration lunch

  • Dinner under the stars

  • Drinks, daily teas, and nourishing snacks

  • Wifi access

  • Private session with David M John.

  • Nervous system assessment and protocol with Melissa Beaton (optional).

  • Clinical psychologist led team of professionals

  • All rooms come with ensuite bathroom

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meet the team

A woman smiling outdoors among large green banana leaves, wearing a dark green shawl with beige, red, and blue floral and paisley patterns.
A smiling man with light skin, glasses, dreadlocks, and a septum piercing wearing a button-up shirt with a floral pattern, standing among green plants.
Two women sitting cross-legged on the floor with coconuts and drinks in front of them, engaged in conversation inside a cozy, dimly-lit room with large potted plant and warm lighting.

  • Meet David — Somatic Practitioner, Psychic & Bringer of Light

    Hey, I’m Dave.

    I’ve been connecting with Spirit since I was young (long before I had the language for it). What once felt confusing eventually found direction through Buddhism, meditation, and the guidance of my Spirit Guides. By 21, I was offering psychic and mediumship readings professionally — sharing clear, loving messages that help people feel connected, understood, and supported.

    Over the years I’ve deepened my work through counselling training, trauma release, substance abuse work, somatic practice, past-life healing, and psychic development (you can explore the full list at davidmjohn.com). But at the core, my gift is simple:
    I love people — fully, authentically, joyfully.
    And that love helps others remember their own brilliance.

    I bring a mix of depth, play, intuition, and grounded practical tools to help you grow in ways that feel lighter, easier, and more human.

    When I’m not holding space, you’ll find me in the ocean — scuba diving, surfing, swimming — or travelling the world as a digital nomad. I love new places, new people, and anything that expands the heart.

    Want to connect more? Find me on socials here.

  • Meet Mel — Clinical & Forensic Psychologist, Breathwork Facilitator & Truth Teller

    Hi, I’m Mel.

    I blend science with soul — psychology, physiology, intuition, and depth. I’m not here to help you escape your life; I’m here to help you build one that feels honest, embodied, and fully yours.

    In Bali, I’ll be your anchor and your mirror. I’ll help you notice your patterns with compassion, understand your body’s signals, and meet every part of yourself — the tender, the tired, the brave, the hidden. My work is about helping you return to the truth beneath the roles you’ve had to carry.

    I’ll be co-facilitating breathwork, guiding integration, and holding space for whatever arises — grief, joy, resistance, expansion, clarity. This isn’t just breathwork; it’s a full-bodied reconnection to self, others, nature, and purpose.

    A little about me: I’m trained as a Clinical & Forensic Psychologist, an ISTDP clinician in my eighth year of training, a breathwork facilitator, sessional lecturer, and Board Approved Supervisor. I’m also a mum of two, a runner, a swimmer, and a believer that great relationships begin with deep self-awareness and responsibility.

    I won’t be your psychologist on this retreat, but I’ll be here to support, educate, and empower you every step of the way.

    Want to connect? Find me on socials here.

    With love,
    Mel.

  • BIO LOADING…

You’ve held space for everyone else.

This is your turn to be held.

Secure your place below - we’ll take care of the rest.

ALL OF YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

  • Bangalow Retreat

    Villa (kitchen & bathroom)
    • Solo: $5,500
    • Shared (bed or bed/sofa bed): $3,750 per person

    Room in the Main House (comes with keypad entry & ensuite bathroom)
    • Solo: $4,500
    • Shared (bed or bed/sofa bed): $3,000 per person

  • Bangalow, 8-13 November 2026

  • No. This retreat is trauma-informed and designed for all levels of experience. You will be guided with care.

  • Absolutely. Many people attend solo. You’ll be warmly welcomed into a safe and inclusive group.

  • Yes. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free—we’ve got you.

  • No, this is a female only retreat. In saying this, that if you are female identifying, you are welcome in this space.

  • You will need to book your own flights & have comprehensive travel insurance. This insurance certificate will need to be emailed to the facilitators prior to your enrolment being confirmed or atleast 7 days prior to the retreat commencement date.

  • Of course, here is the link to see photos:

    https://www.99acresbangalow.com/gallery-1

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Interested in joining one of our retreats?

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Places are by application only and spots are limited to 10 rooms.

a few words from our facilitators, dave & mel.