Yoga Retreats in Byron Bay Australia, Bali, Thailand & Europe

ABOUT RADIANCE RETREATS, THE YOGA & FACILITATORS Radiance Retreats™ began in Bali in early 2002 and have since expanded to be held in Byron Bay Australia, Thailand and Europe. Set in idyllic locations for peace and inspiration, the retreats are based upon the foundation of a dedicated yoga practice with morning yoga suitable for beginner to general levels, afternoon relaxation & restoration yoga, evening yoga nidra, meditation and core strength classes. The retreats also include massage & spa treatments, guided beach & nature walks, healthy lifestyle discussions, gourmet meals & cleansing juices for optimum wellbeing, cultural tours, kirtan, yogadance and a range of other healing art classes... About the Yoga: Radiance Yoga teacher Jessie Chapman allows people to journey deep into their practice with awareness and ease. The asana classes combine gentle limbering, warm up sequences, vinyasa yoga (moving through a sequence of postures with the in and out breath) as well as holding in postures to develop a deeper understanding of the body in the postures, build strength, awareness and correct alignment. Many variations of the postures are given so people can practice according to their individual needs. Yoga props are often used to go deeper and to create ease. People are challenged according to their own level, whether a complete beginner or more experienced and lots of one-to-one attention and adjustments are given from the Radiance yoga assistants. Jessie also specialises in Restoration & Relaxation Yoga, which is incorporated into the retreat program and an important aspect of the retreat journey. The pre lunch core strength classes build inner strength and improve posture; evening yoga nidra helps promote a restful night’s sleep and a space for the body to restore and heal. Guided seated meditation promotes inner peace and stillness. Radiance Retreats attract a wide variety of people from all walks of life, of all ages. Participants leave feeling relaxed and refreshed, healthy and inspired with a dedicated personal yoga practice, increased energy levels, mental clarity and practical healthy lifestyle tips. Click here to read what people have said about their Radiance Retreat experience.
About Jessie Chapman & Facilitators Jessie Chapman - Yoga Teacher & Retreat Operator Jessie began her yoga journey at 21 studying and practicing under many leading teachers in various yoga styles. Today she’s Australia's bestselling yoga author of 4 yoga books (HarperCollins AUS & Ulysses Press USA) and has created the popular at home Radiance Yoga DVD series. “I remember attending my first yoga class in 1991, it was a profound and life changing experience. I fell in love with exploring the many and varied yoga postures, the physical sensation of stretching, challenging and awakening my body. My breathing improved and there was an immediate shift in my state of mind. A feeling of calm and inner peace washed over me and I knew that yoga would become a natural part of my life.” Becoming a fully qualified teacher in 1997, Jessie continues to study under many inspiring teachers. She enjoys being a part of the transformational yoga journey and creating a space for people to completely relax and connect within...
Anthea Amore - Yoga Assistant & Vision Quests Anthea has been working in the field of natural health and healing for the past 18 years. She's a passionate Massage Therapist, Reiki Master and Natural Beauty Therapist and a certified yoga teacher who gives one-to-one adjustments in the yoga classes. Anthea also guides Vision Quests on the retreats using visualisation, wish lists, meditation and ritual to promote self awareness and the re discovery of what our true passions are in life.
Lee Purdie - Yoga Assistant & Yogadance Teacher Lee is a dedicated practitioner of yoga for over twelve years and a certified yoga teacher who's also studied taught and performed different forms of Dance throughout her life. Lee gives one-to-one adjustments in the yoga classes and also runs yogadance classes on the retreats. Yogadance transcends the traditional boundaries of yoga to incorporate the flowing movements of dance. An inspiring selection of music, from soothing rhythms to funky beats, helps set the mood. Lee's yogadance sequences are accessible to all, dancers and non-dancers alike. People who rarely dance are amazed at how easy, empowering, enjoyably and healthy the classes are.
Kylie Ann Bartley- Yoga Assistant & Ayurveda Consultant Kylie is a qualified Ayurveda consultant, yoga teacher, fitness instructor and Thai massage therapist who gives one-to-one adjustments during the yoga classes on retreats. She is a fully qualified yoga teacher with a passion for living life well and in good health.
Carmelle Moore- Chakra Awareness Meditation & VoiceMovesYoga Carmelle is a Speech Pathologist who specialises in the voice and has a Diploma in teaching Ki- Yoga. She has studied “Voice Culture” yoga therapy in India and runs a ‘chakra awareness and meditation class’ on the Radiance Retreats. Carmelle also specialises in yoga practiced with sounding and is passionate about supporting every body and voice to express their full potential with power and joy. She loves teaching the techniques she has found through her extensive research, to enable people to deeply relax, harmonise, energise and experience “resonance”.
Kevin & Mel - Kirtan and Bhajans (chanting) Kevin and Mel lead singing circles on some of our retreats with Kevin singing on guitar and Mel playing the Harmonium. Sitting in a circle we are guided through simple chants in English and some Sanskrit with translations. The singing and chanting of Kirtan creates an elevated mental condition for practicing meditation and sitting in stillness. People feel empowered and honoured by contributing their voice. In these sessions there is also the otpion of sitting in stillness (or lying down) and simply absorbing the wonderful sounds.
Haydie Osborne – Nutrition & Detox talks Haydie runs the Nutrition & Detox talks on the Byron Bay Radiance Retreats offering advice on ways to keep one's inner vitality glowing. She gives advice on the best ways to formulate a healthy diet and discusses good eating habits, ways to steer away from processed food, best food supplements, food combining, healthy snacks and kids meals. Haydie also gives talks on various health and stress related issues and is available for private consultations. Haydie is a naturopath and nutrition coach who has been practicing Naturopathy for the past 10 years with an emphasis on diet, nutrition and women and children’s health.