Join Janet Yockers, Lara Blackman & Amy Baxter in the quaint coastal surf town of Crescent Head for a New Year’s experience to remember.
We will celebrate the closure of one year and venture into new beginnings with a week of illuminating yoga practices and workshops, nourishing food, endless sunshine, catching waves, and all in the company of good people.
As Nectar’s first New Year’s Escape, we can’t wait to create a meaningful end to the year and kick start the new one refreshed and relaxed alongside you. We love yoga, travel, having a good time, and creating magic that happens only on a retreat!
Your teachers
Janet & Amy, Nectar Co-Founders
You might call it an obsession, but we call it love. Your daily practices will be led by these two. You can almost always find us practicing, teaching or talking about yoga. We value inclusivity, challenge, and adventure which you can see in our lifestyle and also in our teaching.
We can’t wait to hang out with you!
Guest Workshops
We are so excited to collaborate with Lara from YIN & KIN to bring healing and insightful yin and kinesiology workshops into the fold of this special retreat
Lara is a complimentary medicine practitioner, kinesiologist and well-loved yoga teacher. Her gift is creating safe spaces for students to find stillness, to be vulnerable and feel empowered that each of us has what it takes to feel better within ourselves. Crescent Head is her favourite surf spot and she can’t wait to be out in the waves with you too!
Photo by Erin Masters.
Soak up the small town coastal vibes
Crescent Head is an iconic east coast surf pilgrimage 4.5hrs north of Sydney. It draws people in from near and afar for the beauty of beach and bush, glassy waves and gum trees, country and coast
You’ll be staying at Australia’s premier surf retreat, where time slows down as you sink the vibe of the bush. Prepare to reset. From the moment you arrive, you’ll stop and smile. You’ll feel a moment of effortless zen that will carry into the times ahead. And we’re turning this sweet little surf spot into a yoga sanctuary for the week. You’ll be entering a realm of yoga, fresh air, renewal, and good times.
Located only 5km from town centre, you can create your own adventure on retreat and explore all the surroundings. That is, when you’re not basking in the sun by the pool or chilling out in the lounge or in-house cafe. It will be the perfect location to unwind from the year and escape the hustle and bustle of the city.
Yoga Styles
Dynamic Flow
A strong, alignment-based vinyasa practice. Through intelligent sequencing, informed alignment, and yogic wisdom, students are encouraged to slow down and experience every moment of their lives. Our morning practices will be challenging and awakening, yet accessible for all levels.
Yin & Kin Workshops
Lara will be taking you through two signature YIN & KIN workshops to explore first hand the world of mind/body medicine. YIN & KIN incorporates acupressure from Traditional Chinese Medicine principles applied to the practice of yin yoga. We will dive into all the layers of the body; physical, mental, biological and emotional to restore balance and be intentional with the year ahead.
Gimme More
In the afternoons we will explore different yoga practices as well as sprinkle in pranayama and meditation experiences for a complete practice. And of course, some very special New Year’s classes and celebrations.
Nourish your body
We’re yogis who love to eat!
The food is so good here (known as having the best food in Crescent Head!) that we are including every single meal for an all inclusive escape.
Could be a Mexican fiesta, could be a Malaysian Banquet, could be a vegan feast, could be a fresh seafood extravaganza, could be an iconic BBQ. Food and drinks are best served with friends and shared around a table, so that’s what we’ll do. Next level Barista coffee included :)
And yes, we’ll be having a pretty special New Year’s Eve feast. We can’t wait to gather around the table with you and eat our hearts out. We can accommodate all dietary requests and are curating a menu with the cafe onsite so please let us know what’s up in your booking form!
Accommodation rates and room options
Our retreat venue has 14 newly renovated rooms, all complete with wifi, air conditioning, and decked out in the rustic coastal vibe to match the surroundings. There are options to share with friends, or treat yourself to a solo room with ensuite.
We’ve extended our Early Bird as we know it’s a hard time to make plans. Save $200 on prices below when you pay in full by November 21st.
Single Room with Ensuite: $3300 (SOLD OUT)
Double Room with Ensuite: $2800 (SOLD OUT)
Triple Room with Ensuite: $2400 (SOLD OUT)
Double Room Share Bathroom: $2400 (SOLD OUT)
Triple Room Share Bathroom: $2200 (SOLD OUT)
A sample day on retreat
7:00am: Tea & Coffee
7:30am - 9:30am: Dynamic Yoga
9:30am – 10:30am: Group Brunch
10:30am – 4:00pm: Free time to catch some waves, lay by the pool, explore town and surrounding natural areas
2:00pm: Lunch
4:00pm – 6:00pm: Yin Yoga or Workshop
6:30pm – 8:00pm: Dinner
8:00pm - Free time or sunset Yoga Nidra
INCLUSIONS
5 Nights, 6 Days Accommodation
Welcome Goodie Bag (Only the best merch!)
Daily Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Unlimited Coffee & Tea
4hrs Daily Yoga
2x Yin & Kin Workshops with Lara
Optional Surf Lesson Included
Unlimited Use of Surf Boards
Special New Year’s Celebration
EXCLUSIONS:
Transportation to and from retreat, Airfares & Airport Transfers, Travel & Medical Insurance,
Additional Food and Drink
How to book
Step 1: Registration Form
Please complete your booking form and select your preferred accommodation. Terms and Conditions are located on booking form.
Step 2: Make Deposit
We will then reach out to you with further details and bank transfer information. To secure your retreat space, a $500 non-refundable deposit is required. To save $200, pay in full by November 21st.
Step 3: Purchase Insurance
We encourage you to purchase travel insurance upon booking.
