Information for Retreat Attendees
Beyond the Veil Weekend
24 - 26 April 2026
RETREAT SCHEDULE
To receive the full benefit of the retreat, participants are encouraged to attend all sessions. Arriving late or missing key components may reduce the overall experience and continuity of the weekend.
FRIDAY 24 APRIL — ARRIVAL & OPENING
5:30 pm — Arrival & Welcome
Settle in, meet fellow participants
Cheese, dips, nibbles, and refreshments
6:30 pm — Dinner - Hot meal with Dessert, Refreshments
7:30 pm — Opening Circle with Nancy/Tania
Oracle cards, guided journaling and time to talk
Setting personal intentions for the weekend
9:00 pm — Grounding Meditation
Gentle guided session to relax the body and settle the mind
9:30 pm — Close for the Evening
Return home/rest for the night
SATURDAY 25 APRIL — CREATIVE & WELLNESS DAY
8:30 am — Breakfast - Hot and cold breakfast options - at the booth
9:45 am - Pavilion - Set up for the day, intentions/journals
10:00 am — Art Workshop (2 hours)
Studio session with Deborah Harris - Veil Painting
12:30 pm — Lunch - soup, savoury, salad, sweet - at the booth
2:00 pm — Meet in the Pavilion, Free Time & Optional Activities
Relaxation: swim, sauna, walk, journaling, quiet time, guided meditation
Individual therapy sessions - choosen from the following options:
• Angelic Reiki - Tania Smith
• Reflexology - Yossarian Fay
• Craniosacral - Rose McKenzie
Extra sessions can be booked for an extra $100
Cheese platters, nibbles, and refreshments available
6:30 pm — Dinner in Pavilion - Hot meal with Dessert, Refreshments
7:30 pm — Evening Presentation
Blair Styra with Tabaash — one-hour session
Journaling, reflection, guided meditation - Nancy
9:30 pm — Close for the Evening
Return home/rest
SUNDAY 26 APRIL — INTEGRATION & CLOSING
8:30 am — Breakfast - Cold and hot options available - at the booth
10:00 am — Art Workshop (2 hours)
Studio session with Deborah Harris and Veil Painting
12:30 pm — Lunch - soup, savoury, salad, sweet - at the booth
1:30 pm Group walk with Nancy
2:00 pm — NLP Session with Nancy
Afternoon tea included: Platter: fruit, nibbles, refreshments
5:00 pm — Closing Circle
Final exercise, reflections, and group wrap-up
Pack up belongings
5:30 pm — Departure
All participants depart
WHAT TO BRING
To help you feel comfortable, relaxed, and prepared for all activities across the weekend, please bring the following items. The property includes outdoor areas with uneven terrain, and weather conditions may vary, so layered and practical clothing is recommended.
CLOTHING & FOOTWEAR
• Comfortable casual clothing for relaxing, art work and walking outside
• Warm layers — it may feel cooler when sitting for long periods
• Waterproof jacket or raincoat (if rain is forecast) or coat if it’s cold outside
• Sneakers suitable for uneven or rough terrain (gumboots fine too)
• Spare socks (if weather is wet)
• Indoor footwear (slippers or comfortable indoor shoes) for warmth and comfort
OUTDOOR & WELLNESS ITEMS
• Swimwear (if you wish to use sauna, plunge, or water activities)
• Personal toiletries
• Sunscreen and hat (weather dependent)
• Water bottle (water also provided)
OPTIONAL ITEMS
• Camera or phone for photos
• Reading material for quiet time
• Knitting or recreational crafts
• Toothbrush, since you’re coming for breakfast
PROVIDED FOR YOU:
We will supply the following for your comfort and use during the retreat:
• Yoga mats
• Extra blankets in living spaces
• Journals, pens, paper, information
• Towels, hair dryer
MOST IMPORTANT
Bring an open mind, a willingness to relax, and space to enjoy time for yourself.
We look forward to welcoming you for a restorative and meaningful weekend.