Detailed List of Retreats

Heike Sym was born in Bavaria, Germany, and fell in love with South Africa when she arrived in 1993 to volunteer as a Child Care Worker. She specialised in behaviour and learning difficulties and as a Montessori therapist, trainer and counsellor. She taught at St Philomena's Children's home in Durban for over 16 years and was involved in social outreach projects associated with it. She has also taught and counselled at primary schools and has continued to develop her spiritual interests over the years. She is now embracing her calling as a medium, energy healer, numerologist, metaphysical profiler and teacher. She gives regular talks, courses and interviews on radio, and offers individual sessions.

Pierre Buckley is a coach, facilitator and spiritual companion who is passionate about helping people navigate life's crossroads with greater clarity, purpose and compassion. Drawing on his experience in coaching, leadership and spiritual formation, he creates reflective spaces that nurture the integration of mind, body, heart and spirit. He invites participants into meaningful conversation and mindful awareness while offering practical tools that support lasting growth and well-being beyond the retreat.

Rudy Cupido facilitates the retreat's morning and evening meditation sessions and guides participants through gentle Tai Chi and mindful movement practices. With a deep appreciation for nature, presence and creative expression, he invites people to reconnect with themselves through the wisdom of the body, the natural world and, when the skies allow, evenings of quiet stargazing.

Robyn Aitkin is a level-3 (300-hour) instructor with a Yoga Alliance International (YAI) certification in Transformational Hatha Yoga, which is a powerful system of yogic techniques (poses, breathing, meditation) that helps keep us naturally happy and healthy, physically and mentally strong and emotionally stable. She is also a Mindful Coach, Sound Bath Guide, WFPB (whole food plant-based) Nutrition Coach. Robyn is resolute in living a life in line with Ahimsa (non-violence) and with kindness towards all sentient beings.

Keelan Naidoo did his 200-hour Sivananda yoga teacher training certificate in Kerala, India. He offers a gentle yoga class that is accessible to all, including beginners. He also offers guided meditation sessions ideal for those who are new to meditation and mindfulness practice focusing on the present moment experience, on gratitude and acceptance. Keelan’s calm presence is best for those who are looking to relax, connect and ground themselves.

Dirk Lamprecht guides retreatants in meditation and mindfulness practice by utilising the Himalayan singing bowl with its sound vibrations to align energy centres and to restore mind and body harmony. Dirk’s personal philosophy embraces the core Buddhist practice of Metta (Loving-Kindness): May all beings be healthy, may all beings be happy, may all beings be free from suffering, may all beings be free from the causes of suffering. 

Robyn Aitkin is a level-3 (300-hour) instructor with a Yoga Alliance International (YAI) certification in Transformational Hatha Yoga, which is a powerful system of yogic techniques (poses, breathing, meditation) that helps keep us naturally happy and healthy, physically and mentally strong and emotionally stable. She is also a Mindful Coach, Sound Bath Guide, WFPB (whole food plant-based) Nutrition Coach. Robyn is resolute in living a life in line with Ahimsa (non-violence) and with kindness towards all sentient beings.

Keelan Naidoo did his 200-hour Sivananda yoga teacher training certificate in Kerala, India. He offers a gentle yoga class that is accessible to all, including beginners. He also offers guided meditation sessions ideal for those who are new to meditation and mindfulness practice focusing on the present moment experience, on gratitude and acceptance. Keelan’s calm presence is best for those who are looking to relax, connect and ground themselves.

Dirk Lamprecht guides retreatants in meditation and mindfulness practice by utilising the Himalayan singing bowl with its sound vibrations to align energy centres and to restore mind and body harmony. Dirk’s personal philosophy embraces the core Buddhist practice of Metta (Loving-Kindness): May all beings be healthy, may all beings be happy, may all beings be free from suffering, may all beings be free from the causes of suffering. 

Robyn Aitkin is a level-3 (300-hour) instructor with a Yoga Alliance International (YAI) certification in Transformational Hatha Yoga, which is a powerful system of yogic techniques (poses, breathing, meditation) that helps keep us naturally happy and healthy, physically and mentally strong and emotionally stable. She is also a Mindful Coach, Sound Bath Guide, WFPB (whole food plant-based) Nutrition Coach. Robyn is resolute in living a life in line with Ahimsa (non-violence) and with kindness towards all sentient beings.

Keelan Naidoo did his 200-hour Sivananda yoga teacher training certificate in Kerala, India. He offers a gentle yoga class that is accessible to all, including beginners. He also offers guided meditation sessions ideal for those who are new to meditation and mindfulness practice focusing on the present moment experience, on gratitude and acceptance. Keelan’s calm presence is best for those who are looking to relax, connect and ground themselves.

Dirk Lamprecht guides retreatants in meditation and mindfulness practice by utilising the Himalayan singing bowl with its sound vibrations to align energy centres and to restore mind and body harmony. Dirk’s personal philosophy embraces the core Buddhist practice of Metta (Loving-Kindness): May all beings be healthy, may all beings be happy, may all beings be free from suffering, may all beings be free from the causes of suffering. 

Robyn Aitkin is a level-3 (300-hour) instructor with a Yoga Alliance International (YAI) certification in Transformational Hatha Yoga, which is a powerful system of yogic techniques (poses, breathing, meditation) that helps keep us naturally happy and healthy, physically and mentally strong and emotionally stable. She is also a Mindful Coach, Sound Bath Guide, WFPB (whole food plant-based) Nutrition Coach. Robyn is resolute in living a life in line with Ahimsa (non-violence) and with kindness towards all sentient beings.

Keelan Naidoo did his 200-hour Sivananda yoga teacher training certificate in Kerala, India. He offers a gentle yoga class that is accessible to all, including beginners. He also offers guided meditation sessions ideal for those who are new to meditation and mindfulness practice focusing on the present moment experience, on gratitude and acceptance. Keelan’s calm presence is best for those who are looking to relax, connect and ground themselves.

Dirk Lamprecht guides retreatants in meditation and mindfulness practice by utilising the Himalayan singing bowl with its sound vibrations to align energy centres and to restore mind and body harmony. Dirk’s personal philosophy embraces the core Buddhist practice of Metta (Loving-Kindness): May all beings be healthy, may all beings be happy, may all beings be free from suffering, may all beings be free from the causes of suffering. 

Kugan Naidoo is a certified Iyengar Yoga teacher, Yoga educator and Wellness Advocate with decades of experience in the study and teaching of yoga. He holds an Advanced Diploma in Yoga from Maharashtra, India, and has been instrumental in promoting yoga throughout South Africa through teacher training, workshops, community outreach initiatives, and national wellness programmes. He was the content creator and presenter of the Yoga for Wellness television series featured on Sunday Sadhana (SABC 3), a frequent contributor to yoga and wellness platforms, and currently teaches at the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, Consulate General of India, Durban. His teaching integrates alignment, breath awareness, mindfulness, and yogic philosophy to inspire holistic well-being. 

Pam Naidoo is an experienced educator with over 30 years of service. She has a deep commitment to the arts, yoga, and personal growth and holds qualifications in education, Hindustani Classical Music, yoga, and meditation, bringing a unique blend of knowledge and experience to her teaching. She has been actively involved in yoga education, community outreach, workshops, and International Day of Yoga initiatives. Her work reflects a passion for nurturing holistic well-being and helping individuals develop balance, resilience, mindfulness, and inner harmony through the transformative practices of yoga and meditation.

Robyn Aitkin is a level-3 (300-hour) instructor with a Yoga Alliance International (YAI) certification in Transformational Hatha Yoga, which is a powerful system of yogic techniques (poses, breathing, meditation) that helps keep us naturally happy and healthy, physically and mentally strong and emotionally stable. She is also a Mindful Coach, Sound Bath Guide, WFPB (whole food plant-based) Nutrition Coach. Robyn is resolute in living a life in line with Ahimsa (non-violence) and with kindness towards all sentient beings.

Keelan Naidoo did his 200-hour Sivananda yoga teacher training certificate in Kerala, India. He offers a gentle yoga class that is accessible to all, including beginners. He also offers guided meditation sessions ideal for those who are new to meditation and mindfulness practice focusing on the present moment experience, on gratitude and acceptance. Keelan’s calm presence is best for those who are looking to relax, connect and ground themselves.

Dirk Lamprecht guides retreatants in meditation and mindfulness practice by utilising the Himalayan singing bowl with its sound vibrations to align energy centres and to restore mind and body harmony. Dirk’s personal philosophy embraces the core Buddhist practice of Metta (Loving-Kindness): May all beings be healthy, may all beings be happy, may all beings be free from suffering, may all beings be free from the causes of suffering. 

Kugan Naidoo is a certified Iyengar Yoga teacher, Yoga educator and Wellness Advocate with decades of experience in the study and teaching of yoga. He holds an Advanced Diploma in Yoga from Maharashtra, India, and has been instrumental in promoting yoga throughout South Africa through teacher training, workshops, community outreach initiatives, and national wellness programmes. He was the content creator and presenter of the Yoga for Wellness television series featured on Sunday Sadhana (SABC 3), a frequent contributor to yoga and wellness platforms, and currently teaches at the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, Consulate General of India, Durban. His teaching integrates alignment, breath awareness, mindfulness, and yogic philosophy to inspire holistic well-being. 

Pam Naidoo is an experienced educator with over 30 years of service. She has a deep commitment to the arts, yoga, and personal growth and holds qualifications in education, Hindustani Classical Music, yoga, and meditation, bringing a unique blend of knowledge and experience to her teaching. She has been actively involved in yoga education, community outreach, workshops, and International Day of Yoga initiatives. Her work reflects a passion for nurturing holistic well-being and helping individuals develop balance, resilience, mindfulness, and inner harmony through the transformative practices of yoga and meditation.

Robyn Aitkin is a level-3 (300-hour) instructor with a Yoga Alliance International (YAI) certification in Transformational Hatha Yoga, which is a powerful system of yogic techniques (poses, breathing, meditation) that helps keep us naturally happy and healthy, physically and mentally strong and emotionally stable. She is also a Mindful Coach, Sound Bath Guide, WFPB (whole food plant-based) Nutrition Coach. Robyn is resolute in living a life in line with Ahimsa (non-violence) and with kindness towards all sentient beings.

Keelan Naidoo did his 200-hour Sivananda yoga teacher training certificate in Kerala, India. He offers a gentle yoga class that is accessible to all, including beginners. He also offers guided meditation sessions ideal for those who are new to meditation and mindfulness practice focusing on the present moment experience, on gratitude and acceptance. Keelan’s calm presence is best for those who are looking to relax, connect and ground themselves.

Dirk Lamprecht guides retreatants in meditation and mindfulness practice by utilising the Himalayan singing bowl with its sound vibrations to align energy centres and to restore mind and body harmony. Dirk’s personal philosophy embraces the core Buddhist practice of Metta (Loving-Kindness): May all beings be healthy, may all beings be happy, may all beings be free from suffering, may all beings be free from the causes of suffering. 

Kugan Naidoo is a certified Iyengar Yoga teacher, Yoga educator and Wellness Advocate with decades of experience in the study and teaching of yoga. He holds an Advanced Diploma in Yoga from Maharashtra, India, and has been instrumental in promoting yoga throughout South Africa through teacher training, workshops, community outreach initiatives, and national wellness programmes. He was the content creator and presenter of the Yoga for Wellness television series featured on Sunday Sadhana (SABC 3), a frequent contributor to yoga and wellness platforms, and currently teaches at the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, Consulate General of India, Durban. His teaching integrates alignment, breath awareness, mindfulness, and yogic philosophy to inspire holistic well-being. 

Pam Naidoo is an experienced educator with over 30 years of service. She has a deep commitment to the arts, yoga, and personal growth and holds qualifications in education, Hindustani Classical Music, yoga, and meditation, bringing a unique blend of knowledge and experience to her teaching. She has been actively involved in yoga education, community outreach, workshops, and International Day of Yoga initiatives. Her work reflects a passion for nurturing holistic well-being and helping individuals develop balance, resilience, mindfulness, and inner harmony through the transformative practices of yoga and meditation.

Robyn Aitkin is a level-3 (300-hour) instructor with a Yoga Alliance International (YAI) certification in Transformational Hatha Yoga, which is a powerful system of yogic techniques (poses, breathing, meditation) that helps keep us naturally happy and healthy, physically and mentally strong and emotionally stable. She is also a Mindful Coach, Sound Bath Guide, WFPB (whole food plant-based) Nutrition Coach. Robyn is resolute in living a life in line with Ahimsa (non-violence) and with kindness towards all sentient beings.

Keelan Naidoo did his 200-hour Sivananda yoga teacher training certificate in Kerala, India. He offers a gentle yoga class that is accessible to all, including beginners. He also offers guided meditation sessions ideal for those who are new to meditation and mindfulness practice focusing on the present moment experience, on gratitude and acceptance. Keelan’s calm presence is best for those who are looking to relax, connect and ground themselves.

Dirk Lamprecht guides retreatants in meditation and mindfulness practice by utilising the Himalayan singing bowl with its sound vibrations to align energy centres and to restore mind and body harmony. Dirk’s personal philosophy embraces the core Buddhist practice of Metta (Loving-Kindness): May all beings be healthy, may all beings be happy, may all beings be free from suffering, may all beings be free from the causes of suffering.