This inspirational yoga retreat with Jessie Chapman & facilitators combines twice daily yoga and meditation with beach walks, gourmet organic vegetarian meals & cleansing juices, a 1 hour healing massage and a beautiful natural setting for complete relaxation and renewal. Byron Bay beaches are close by and there’s plenty of time to relax around the freshwater pool, receive in-house holistic spa treatments and simply relax in the peaceful surrounds.

retreat inclusions:
6 nights retreat accommodation
Organic vegetarian meals, morning juices & snacks
Morning & afternoon yoga with Jessie & facilitators
1 hour Massage or Reiki Healing
Nutrition & Healthy Lifestyle talk with our naturopath
Healthy Cooking Chat with our chef
Guided beach & nature walks
Evening yoga nidra (guided relaxation for a good sleep)
Guided Meditation
Core Strength classes (targeting weak back & abdominal muscles)
Bhajans (chanting), Yogadance and other classes...

Extra massage, Reiki and spa treatments are available in-house, as well as Naturaphic or Flower Essence consultations with our Naturopath.

We stay at Sangsurya Retreat, a beautiful 10 acre retreat a just minutes drive from Byron Bay and the beaches. Sangsurya features a large wooden floor yoga space, ozone swimming pool, a relaxing dinning and lounge with coastal views and in-house massage & treatments.

Offering complete renewal for body mind and spirit, each day begins with yoga to develop a flexible, strong, healthy body, cultivating relaxed deep full breathing, inner peace and stillness. In the afternoons we gather for restoration and relaxation yoga going deeper into the experience of yoga's healing qualities.

Yoga is taught by Jessie Chapman who's inspirational classes are designed for all levels from the beginner to the more experienced practitioner. Yoga assistants give individual adjustments in the classes and special attention is given to complete beginners. Jessie has been practicing yoga since 1991 and teaching since 1996. Click here to read more about Jessie, the yoga and the Radiance Retreat facilitators.

a sample day:

As well as your included Massage extra Massage & Beauty Treatments are available:
1 hour Deep Tissue or Relaxation Massage $80
1 hour Hawaiin/Kahuna Massage $80
1 hour Foot Reflexology & Massage $90
1 hour Indian Head Massage with warm oil treatment $90
1 hour Aroma Facial $90
1 hour Body Scrub & Moisture $90
1 hour Naturopathic Consultation $80
20 min Flower Essence Consultations $35
all treatments are using natural organic products

cost:
$2,275 - Twin Share Room (Per Person) with private ensuite bathroom
$2,375 - Single Room with shared bathroom
$2,375 -Small Single Room with private ensuite bathroom
$2,575 - Single Room with private ensuite bathroom
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Rooms have aircon and ensuite bathrooms.
Accommodation is in lovely hand built houses and cabins, each with their own unique flavour, that surround the yoga hall and pool.

extra accommodation: Accommodation is available for extra nights before or after. The cost is $90 and single and $120 couple per night. No meals are available but the fully equipped kitchen may be used. Let us know when you register.

check-in and check-out: arrival time on the first day is from 10 am onwards with a healthy buffet lunch available between 12 pm and 3 pm. The first yoga class and formal group welcome is at 5 pm - allowing you time to arrive, get settled into your room, eat well and perhaps have a massage or a swim before yoga. Due to flights people arrive at all different times in the day but aim to be there as early as possible so you have time to relax before yoga. The retreat ends 11 am on the last day with check-out around midday, however if you need to checkout later due to flights that can be arranged. Check in time for an extra night before the retreat is after 12 noon (time must be confirmed first). Check out for extra night after the retreat is 12 noon.

how to get here: if travelling by plane details re easy bus transfer to Sangsura Retreat from the nearest airports are given upon registration. Bus transfers are available from Ballina Domestic Airport (25 min from Sangsurya Retreat), Coolangatta International Airport (1 hour from Sangsurya Retreat) or Brisbane International Airport (2 hours from Sangsurya Retreat). If arriving by car we email you a map with street directions. You can view where Sangsurya Retreat and Byron Bay are located on the map below:

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"Jessie and the Radiance facilitators are an amazing group of people who have the knowledge, care and love to support anyone on their retreat journey. My expectations were totally blown away and I have now found greater inner peace and a calmness which I know will continue, as I now have the increased knowledge and passion necessary to carry this into my daily existence. I am eternally grateful to Jessie and her faciliators for helping me to get back onto my true path and feel so much lighter and happier."
Narelle, Age: 34, Teacher - Byron Bay Retreat

"Thank you to the team of beautiful souls who came together to make this retreat happen. A truly worthwhile experience; refreshing, inspiring, joyful, opening.....I came away with a clearer mind, healthier body and happier heart."
Kim. 39, Mum and uni student - Byron Bay Yoga Cleanse & Pamper Retreat

" As a total beginner, I could have easily been left behind. Instead, I found myself nurtured and supported every step of the way. Jessie is a fantastic teacher and the extra assistance from the facilitators made such a difference to my experience. I would highly recommend this retreat to anyone who is new to yoga. I now feel like I have a great foundation for my future yoga practice'"
Toni, 45, HR Manager

"I came to this retreat with some high hopes and expectations and can honestly say the retreat surpassed my expectations. I can't recommend this retreat highly enough. Whether you just need to relax from a stressed life, you are a beginner, or you are someone who wants to delve deeper into your yoga, you will be catered for. Thank you to Jessie and the facilitators for creating such a special space"
Mark, 41, Teacher - Byron Bay Retreat

"A divine experience with inspiring yoga teachers, healthy food, beautiful surrounds and lovely people sharing the journey"
Sandra, 45, Marketing manager/Yoga teacher

“Jessie Chapman’s Yoga Retreat in Byron Bay was amazing. It’s not often that you can just hang out and do yoga for five days and eat fantastic food in unreal surroundings. I went up with my partner and we would go again without any hesitation. We met some fantastic people up there including several great facilitators who give guidance on yoga postures and enhance the experience with workshops aimed at improving your skills at leading a healthier lifestyle. If you are thinking that you want to have a break with a difference, then this is for you.”
John, 31, Chiropractor – Byron Bay Retreat

"Nowhere to go and nothing to do - Jessie shows you how to just BE. Her serenity is infectious!"
Adrienne, 38, Wife, Mother, Business Owner

"A beautiful location with inspiring and heartfelt tuition from Jessie and her helpers. An experience to be treasured and aspire to be repeated."
Cathryn, 53, Remedial Massage Therapist and Yoga Instructor

"Thank you Jessie and team. My purposes in attending this retreat have been met - and more! I leave feeling healthy, flexible, refreshed and relaxed."
Kate, 61, Leadership Coach and Writer

"With Jessie you take a journey, learning the practice of yoga in a supported environment, cleansing your body with ease, and remembering that with balance in your life you become the person you are."
Alix, 44, Public Servant

"Radiance Retreat was an exceptional experience on all levels. Such care and nuturing support from all staff. Wonderful food with soul--Thank you."
Dianne Fisher, Client Services Manager/Financial Planning

"Sunshine, good food, a beautiful location, and hours of yoga every day - it sounded to good to be true before I went and the reality was even better.  I have returned home with a lightness of spirit as well as body that enables me, as Jessie says at the end of her classes, "to turn up the edges of my mouth and smile to myself".  Radiance is certainly what it's been about for me, and each day since I have returned home I have given thanks that I was able to spend such a week exploring my mind, body and sprit in such beautiful surroundings, with the truly exceptional group of people that Jessie has gathered around her.  An experience definitely to be repeated."
Nicky, 40, Environmental Campaigner - Byron Bay Yoga Cleanse & Pamper Retreat 2011

"You have given me back years of my life. I feel energized and can cope with the challenges of my job and commitments more easily. I am waking each morning refreshed and I can’t wait to get into what the day has for me. Thankyou."
Leonie, 52, Human Resources Manager - Byron Bay Yoga Cleanse & Pamper Retreat

"I cannot thank the team of Radiance Retreat enough for the whole experience of the retreat. Yoga has changed my life. I feel so in tune with my body and mind more than ever. You introduced me to a diverse selection of food that was delicious. I have continued eating organic food and have not gone back to old habbits. I have had comments from people saying how well I look which is an extra bonus because I feel terrific. I practise yoga every morning using Jessie's dvd core strength and my back which was injured is nearly back to 100%. Thank you all for your warmth and wisdom."
 Nadine, 36 years old, teacher.

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