Fierce Heart:
Denmark Silent Retreat
Are you courageous enough to be quiet?
Make the space through silence to ask questions of your mind, body and heart about what matters most. Silence holds profound revelations if you’re willing to cultivate it.
Who are we in silence, settled and connected to nature?
The world is a busy place and we are inundated with information, ideas, opinions and a barrage of constant thought. What happens if we slow down and turn our attention inwards?
The venue for this experience is a quiet pocket of pristine Karri and Tingle Forrest in Denmark, WA. Hemmed on one side by the idyllic Wilson’s inlet and surrounded by majestic trees you’ll remember how to live with an awakened, wild and joyous heart.
The journey is not without its opportunities to be courageous. To be silent, together requires we tap into a deep well of strength to enable us to show up as our wholehearted selves.
This retreat is also a digital detox.
Opportunities to be silent can often only be found in religious settings, where the body and somatic are not part of the conversation. Uniquely this retreat is led by a Senior Teacher with extensive therapeutic experience who is a registered Clinical Psychologist alongside teachers with mental health training.
It’s never too late to awaken to life.
Why silence?
Silence is revelatory. When we turn our mind inwards and minimise external distractions we cultivate an inner awareness and space unlike any other. All of the world’s spiritual and religious traditions have practices of quiet, secluded contemplation. Unlike a “yoga holiday” this journey is one which requires commitment. This retreat embodies the practice of “noble silence”. There is no talking, phones or communicating. It is a unique experience and one we think you will yearn for again.
*Please note this is not a “Vipassana retreat” movement, yoga and walking are part of the schedule and encouraged.
Your Teachers
This retreat will be led by Rob Schutze PhD and Jean Byrne PhD. Both have spent extensive periods of time in silence at meditation centers and monasteries throughout Australia, South East Asia and India. Rob is a Senior Yoga teacher, research and experienced Clinical Psychologist. Jean is a Senior Yoga teacher, researcher and Psychology & mental health training. Together they weave the philosophical and practical aspects of eastern philosophy, western science in order to help support you on your individual journey.
About the Accommodation
On the edge of the Wilson Inlet surround by twenty four hectares of native Tingle and Karri Forrest are The Cove Chalets. The chalets are craftsman built with glass fronted log fires to keep you cosy. Wake up to birdsong and be deeply connected to the natural environment. Accommodation includes shared rooms (3-6 people or twin share) and there are 2 single occupancy rooms.
About the Food
Food is prepared using the freshest, local ingredients. Prepared with love and a focus on nutrition. All meals have vegan and gluten free options, the food is wholesome, and nourishing to support your practice while on retreat. There will be ample tea, fruit and chai.
About the Schedule
To attend this retreat requires a willingness to commit to the process. You will be supported by Senior teachers. The schedule includes asana, pranayama, yoga nidra, walking meditation, seated meditation, talks and restorative yoga. The commitment to the schedule is a key feature of this retreat as it serves as a container to have the experience of silence, yet be connected to the shared energy of the group. All levels of experience will be catered for. Below is a sample daily schedule (schedule to be confirmed closer to the time).
6:30am Morning bell, tea, fruit
7am Meditation & Breathwork
8am Explorative asana practice
9:30am Breakfast
10:30am Morning Meditation
12:30pm Lunch
2:30pm Afternoon Meditation
4:30pm Restorative Yoga
6pm Dinner
7pm Evening Meditation & Talk
8pm Yoga Nidra
9:30pm Evening Bell, lights out
Arrival & Departure
Arrive by 5pm, depart 10am
Cost
Please note ALL rooms booked below are shared rooms. We have no single rooms.
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*Pay in full to:
The Yoga Space
BSB 066130
Acc: 10366040
Reference “your name”
Refunds & Transfers
Please note that retreat deposits and payments are non-refundable. They can however be transferred to another person. Please ensure you have the relevant travel insurance in case of ill health, or other events.