Join us for Yoga in Daily Lifes Easter Long Weekend Retreat in Hepburn Springs.
Since hosting this retreat for the first time at Easter 2015, it was so good that we've made it an annual feature on our program! See the blog & photos > here of 2015. 2106. 2017. 2022. 2023. 2025
2027: Starts Thursday 25 March. Arrive any time between 2 - 9pm. We will officially start on Friday morning 6:30am.
Finishes Monday 29 March by noon.
It's so lovely we've extended it to be 4 nights so we have 3 whole full days to enjoy!
Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life with a rejuvenating Easter weekend yoga retreat. Immerse yourself in the tranquil, natural beauty and enriching natural waters of Hepburn Springs, on the land of the Dja Dja Wurrung people.
Yield to the practices of uplifting yoga and insightful meditation, led by an experienced instructor, allowing your body and mind to unwind and recharge. This retreat offers the perfect opportunity to rejuvenate, learn, reflect and reconnect with yourself, away from the stresses and distractions of the outside world.
Connect with like-minded people and make new friends who share the same passion for a balanced and conscious lifestyle. Savour the delicious experience of chef cooked meals, prepared with love and nourishing vegetarian ingredients.
Treat yourself to a well-deserved break this Easter and absorb the goodness from everything we're offering.
Return home feeling balanced and rejuvenated and let the benefits carry forward into the weeks and months ahead. We hope this weekend will support you in deepening your capacity for your ongoing inner awakening and maintain the inspiration to practice regularly.
Our 2026 program includes:
ALL THINGS YOGA
Morning & afternoon asana (yoga class). Guided meditation. Guided pranayama (breath work). Guided yoga nidra (deep relaxation).
Yoga in Daily Life is a traditional hatha style of yoga. The level we practice will depend on who attends, but usually it is a mix and therefore choices and options are given so you can practice as you need. Therefore - all levels of experience and ability are welcome.
Yoga in Daily Life was developed by Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda (Vishwaguruji), an authentic Yoga Master who hails from a long lineage of great Indian Masters.
INSPIRATION + WISDOM
Yoga teachings and wisdom will be woven into the program to deepen our experience. Coupled with discussion and reflection to make it relevant for each of us to integrate into our daily life.
NOURISHMENT
Most meals are included in the retreat. Freshly prepared onsite by our qualified chef Antonia Joss.
Thursday evening dinner and Sunday lunch are not provided. Thursday will depend on your travelling so please arrange yourself. Sunday we invite you to get out and about exploring the local Sunday Daylesford markets and other sites and to enjoy lunch there.
Our meals will be will be delicious, satisfying and vegetarian keeping the yogi ethos in mind. Mostly vegan with gluten free options. Other dietary requirements may be accommodated, talk to us before booking.
Snacks, coffee, teas and sweet treats are available 24/7.
RELAXATION
On Friday & Saturday ...
Enjoy a Turkish Hammam experience.
This is a 1 hour group ritual in a heated marble steam room, surrounded by aromatherapy infused steam bliss involving exfoliation, French clay face mask, being covered in a cloud of vanilla mud bubbles, head massage and rose water spritz = a blissful experience!
OR for an extra $35 enjoy this instead
a Therapeutic Relaxation Massage Therapy OR Mini Facial
- A 1 hour treatment. Prepare to fully relax and rejuvenate. The highly professional massage therapists can discuss your personal requirements and massage options.
- combine a therapeutic back massage to ease away tense muscles with a calming and cleansing mini organic facial.
OR 90minute massage for an extra $95
Let us know what you'd like to do when you register. YES you can do both (for an extra cost and pre booking is required).
FREE TIME
This retreat is not an intensive as there will also be ample periods of free time for resting, reading, etc
There are walks around Daylesford Lake and a walk along part of the Goldfields track to various mineral springs where you can try the local natural spring water directly from a tap in the ground and enjoy the nature.
Sunday there is a farmers market in Daylesford which is nice for wandering, shopping, coffee and lunch.
SOCIAL CONNECTION
Over meals, in discussions, in the Turkish Hammam, during free time - enjoy making new friends and connecting with like minded people.
YOUR RETREAT GUIDE
is Yoga in Daily Life teacher Gita Larissa.
"Gita is an amazingly intuitive teacher who seems to know exactly what her students need. I recently attended the Yoga in Daily Life Easter Yoga Retreat at Hepburn Springs. Such a wonderfully inclusive experience. A full yoga program and delicious vegetarian meals, lots of time for self care (hammam and massage) and fireside chats with fellow retreaters, all on site in a fabulous venue at Continental House. Highly recommend." LK 2023
The Retreat Venue:
Continental House Hepburn Retreat Centre is a beautifully renovated eclectic 1927 era guest house.
You can have a room to yourself or share with another person. Each room has its own bathroom. Linens, towels and soaps are provided.
The venue has a carpeted hall for practicing yoga, large dining room, gorgeous gardens, is close to bushwalks, Hepburn Springs and Daylesford tourist areas.
Strictly smoke and alcohol free zone. No drugs/ alcohol/ recreational substances or non-vegetarian food are to be consumed on the premises.
Address: 9 Lone Pine Avenue, Hepburn Springs
ROOMS & PRICES:
King Room - king size bed with ensuite + claw foot bath, shower over the bath.
a big room for a couple $1150pp
Queen Room with bath - queen size bed with ensuite + bath
$1600 single $1150pp for 2 sharing
Queen + 1 Single Room with bath - a queen size bed & a single bed with ensuite + bath
$1600 single $1150pp for 2 or 3 sharing*
Queen Room - queen size bed with ensuite
$1500 single $1050pp couple
Twin Room - 2 single beds with ensuite. Even though there are 2 beds, there is the option not to share & have this room to yourself.
$1500 single $1050pp share*
* Sharing - if you are choosing to share a room with someone you don't know, aka a new friend, you accept the risk that this person may snore. Please pack ear plugs and / or what ever helps you sleep best. Good sleep, quality rest, is an important part of the retreat experience. We will do our best to find you a room mate, but in the case we cannot you agree to pay the single room rate.
Loyalty Discount - take $100 off if you've been to a Yoga in Daily Life Melbourne retreat before.
Price includes:
- 4 nights accommodation (all rooms have hydronic heating & ceiling fans. Linen, towels & local aromatherapy toiletries provided)
- generous and delicious meals (excepting lunch on Thursday night & Sunday Lunch)
- All yoga programs
- The Turkish Hammam relaxation experience (or swap to a massage)
You are welcome to come earlier or stay later. To do this book directly with the venue.
Getting There: Is by car. We may be able to help organise car pooling if needed.
I N T E R E S T E D ? Here is how to book in ...
If you have any questions please email Gita at melbourne@yogaindailylife.org or text 0447 566 587
REGISTER by emailing the answers to these questions to melbourne@yogaindailylife.org
- Name
- Male / Female
- Email Address
- Mobile Phone Number
- City / Town and State of Residence
- What is your level of yoga experience?
- Do you have any food allergies or intolerance's? What are they?
- Have you done a class or retreat with Yoga in Daily Life before? If yes, where & when?
- Do you have a medical condition that we should know about, such as high or low blood pressure, diabetes, depression, arthritis, sore back, neck, knees, any recent accident or operation etc ? This information will be kept confidential and will assist the retreat organisers and teachers to adapt the classes.
- How did you hear about this retreat?
- You agree to our Liability Waiver (see below)
- Relaxation Treatment - which would you like?
PAYMENT $300 deposit to secure your booking
EFT: to Yoga in Daily Life Victoria CBA Bank BSB 063165 ACC 10410772 with reference of YOUR NAME and ER (it stands for Easter Retreat). Please also let us know the date you made the transfer.
The balance is due by the 2nd March 2026.
By registering you have agreed to the t's & c's & waiver of liability (see below).
Once we have received everything we will send you a receipt and confirmation letter that includes detailed directions how to get to the venue, a list of what to pack and contact numbers.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS - please read carefully -
PAYMENT Yoga in Daily Life cannot guarantee or reserve a place until full payment is received.
CANCELLATION Cancellations made before 23 February a refund will be given minus a $50 fee. Cancellations after this time there will be no refund or transfer if we cannot find a person to take your place.
Alcohol, tobacco, recreational drugs and non vegetarian food stuffs are not to be consumed or brought to the retreat venue.
DISCLAIMER We provide a nurturing and safe environment and our program is thoughtfully planned, but no responsibility will be taken for any injuries incurred during the retreat.
It is essential that retreat participants retain full responsibility for their own physical and general well-being in applying instructions in the guided programs to their own circumstances, and to any other programs including the free time period. Yoga in Daily Life will not accept liability for any injury or loss suffered by retreat participants in their practice, or any other time or activity.
WAIVER OF LIABILITY
✅ I understand that yoga includes physical movement as well as an opportunity for relaxation, stress management and relief of muscular tension. As is the case with any physical activity, the risk of injury, even serious or disabling, is always present and cannot be entirely eliminated. If I experience any pain or discomfort, I will cease or adjust the posture and ask for support from the teacher. Yoga is not a substitute for medical attention, examination, diagnosis or treatment. Yoga is not recommended and is not safe under certain medical conditions. I affirm that I alone am responsible to decide whether to practice yoga. If my health condition should change I agree to advise the yoga instructor.
✅ I am not pregnant.
✅ I hereby agree to irrevocably release and waive any claims that I have now or hereafter may have against the Yoga in Daily Life and its authorised instructors.
✅ I understand that I participate in this yoga retreat at my own risk and accept full responsibility for any loss or injury suffered.
The venue: the description of the premises is given in good faith; no responsibility for misinterpretation will be accepted.
