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Yoga retreat - Byron Bay, Australia
May 31st - June 5th, 2025 Sangsurya Retreat Centre, Byron Bay, Australia
Join Me for a Yoga Retreat in Byron Bay!
By popular request, I’m thrilled to offer a Yoga Retreat at the stunning Sangsurya Retreat Centre in Byron Bay, from May 31st to June 5th, 2025. This retreat centre has hosted many transformative retreats over the past 25 years and is extremely well equipped for our purposes containing all props including Yoga Chairs!
Nestled in the lush hinterland of Byron Bay, Sangsurya provides the perfect setting to deepen your yoga practice while being immersed in the peace and serenity of the surrounding forest. With breathtaking ocean views and gentle sea breezes, this retreat offers a sanctuary for rejuvenation.
Accommodation
Sangsurya features beautiful, Eastern-inspired bungalows with a range of accommodation options, each designed for comfort and tranquility. You’ll enjoy being surrounded by subtropical gardens, offering privacy and a deep sense of calm. All rooms are air-conditioned and come with ceiling fans and heating.
Here are your accommodation options:
Shared Room with Ensuite
AUD$2,450 (per person)
Large Deluxe Room with Shared Bathroom
AUD$2,750 (shared with one other)
Small Single Room with Ensuite
AUD$2,750
Large Deluxe Room with Ensuite
AUD$2,950
Meals
Our delicious meals, provided by True Nature Cuisine, will be created by the renowned chef Todd Cameron.
With over 18 years of experience in various culinary styles, Todd is known for his focus on health-enhancing, organic meals that nourish both body and spirit. He has worked at world-class establishments such as Olivia Newton-John’s Gaia Retreat & Spa and Yoga Plus in Crete, Greece.
True Nature Cuisine is Todd’s expression of his own true nature – a celebration of food, life and love.
Retreat Schedule
We’ll enjoy two yoga classes each day (around 5 hours a day of yoga) designed to deepen your practice and open up the body and the mind. The retreat is balanced to include time for personal reflection, nature walks, and connecting with the tranquil surroundings.
Arrival & Departure:
- Arrival: Saturday, May 31st – check-in from 1:30 PM
Our first yoga session will begin at 4:00 PM. - Departure: Thursday, June 5th – check-out by 12:30 PM
Our final yoga class will begin at 8:00 AM. - The retreat includes dinner on May 31st and breakfast on June 5th.
Getting to Sangsurya
For travel details and directions to the Sangsurya Retreat Centre, see below:
If travelling by plane there are shuttle bus services direct to Sangsurya Retreat from Ballina Domestic Airport (25 min), Coolangatta International Airport (45 min) and Brisbane International Airport (2 hours).
Shuttle buses arrive into Byron Bay where they will deliver guests directly to Sangsurya or guests can be dropped off downtown then take a taxi to the Retreat Centre (5 min).
Alternately, when arriving at Ballina or Gold Coast airport go to the transport counter and they will direct you to the next shuttle bus to Byron.
Most airport shuttle services offer a door to door service between Sangsurya Retreat Centre and the airports. There are several shuttle services for which you can make your booking in advance online or by phone. These are:
Byron Easy Bus transfers to and from Gold Coast and Brisbane airports:
www.byronbayshuttle.com.au
(02) 6685 7447
Byron Shuttle Bus transfers to and from Ballina airport:
www.byronshuttlebus.com
0423 555 636
Go Byron transfers to and from Brisbane, Gold Coast and Ballina airports:
www.gobyron.com.au
(02) 6620 9200
Your Yoga Instructor: Vivienne
Vivienne has been teaching meditation and yoga asana for over 30 years. Her alignment-based Hatha classes draw on extensive study of anatomy, the meridian system, movement principles, and a broad range of yoga styles. After teaching in Sydney for many years, Vivienne was invited to Singapore to co-teach a 500-hour teacher training program, later becoming the principal teacher at Como Shambhala Studio Singapore, where she taught for about 17 years. In addition to her teaching, Vivienne has worked as a private therapist, helping clients with injuries, post-surgery recovery, pain management, and postural realignment. She leads retreats and teacher training programs across Asia, Europe, and Australia. Her teaching style is precise with a sense of rhythm and fluid sequencing. Classes may involve use of all props including chairs, as well as more flow-style or periodically restorative sequences. Vivienne’s instruction emphasises depth, accessibility, and insight, enabling students of all levels to experience yoga’s transformative power.
What Students Are Saying
“Viv has been my teacher for four years, and it was only when I started taking her classes that I truly became serious about yoga. I always marvel at how much thought goes into her sequencing, but it’s only when you listen to her pinpoint cuing and her uncanny ability to make a group class feel like a tailored one-on-one session, that you really start to appreciate that she is truly in a class of her own. I feel very fortunate to be your student and learn from you.”
— Grace Tang
Yoga retreat in crete - greece
This year’s retreat in Crete was a spectacular success! Book now for 2024 so you don’t miss out as spaces are limited and last year was full!
An idyllic location for a week-long yoga retreat with delicious organic food and 2 yoga classes a day with Viv.
Our next retreat in Crete will be August 31st – September 7th, 2024.
Yoga ADVENTURE retreat - Ladakh, India
September 4–14, 2025
Cost:
SGD$3,500 Twin Share
SGD$3,900 Single
Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through one of the world’s most unique and majestic regions. This unforgettable adventure is led by myself, Vivienne Spanopoulos, and Li Ling Soon, Owner of Kate Porter Yoga (KPY). It’s designed for those seeking to experience the raw beauty of the Himalayas while blending adventure with mindful yoga practice.
Our journey will take us through the stunning landscapes of Ladakh, with a perfect mix of adventure and culture: a 4-day trek, visits to iconic vistas, cultural landmarks, and a thrilling drive over one of the highest motorable roads in the world, reaching 5,359 meters (17,582 feet). Each day will feature a yoga class led by either Li Ling or myself, designed to energize you for the day ahead or help you unwind and restore after a day of exploration.
All are welcome, yogis and non-yogis. And not to worry, you don’t have to be a regular student of Viv’s, a KPY member or a vegan to join this amazing yoga retreat.
What’s Included:
- 11 days, 10 nights in Ladakh: 7 nights in hotels, 3 nights camping (sleeping bags can be provided for a fee)
- Meals: All meals provided while trekking and in Nubra Valley; breakfast only in Leh
- Yoga: 9 daily yoga classes (except arrival and departure days)
- Transport: Airport transfers and all land transportation during the 11-day tour
- Guided Experience: Full tour guided by our expert local guide
Please note:
- Air tickets are not included.
- Any other expenses of a personal nature are on your own.
- A minimum of 10 persons are required to go ahead with this yoga retreat.
Arrangement of flights:
- Pls arrange to arrive into Leh by 2.00pm (local time) on 4 September, 2025.
- Pls arrange to depart Leh anytime on 14 September, 2025 as our last activity will be dinner on 13 September.
Your Yoga Teachers
Vivienne Spanopoulos
Vivienne has been teaching meditation and yoga for over 30 years. Known for her alignment-based Hatha classes, she incorporates extensive study of anatomy, the meridian system, movement principles, and various yoga styles. After years of teaching in Sydney, Vivienne was invited to Singapore to co-teach a 500-hour teacher training program and later became the principal teacher at Como Shambhala Studio in Singapore, where she taught for 17 years. As a private therapist, Vivienne helps clients with injury recovery, pain management, and postural realignment. She leads retreats and teacher trainings across Asia, Europe, and Australia, blending precision, fluid sequencing, and a deep focus on accessibility and insight. Her teaching allows students of all levels to tap into yoga’s transformative power.
Li Ling Soon
Li Ling is the owner and a teacher at Kate Porter Yoga (KPY). Her approach to yoga is rooted in accessibility, with a focus on self-inquiry and honoring the body’s needs in the present moment. Li Ling’s practice is evolving, with greater emphasis on breathwork and meditation as she navigates her own personal transitions. She brings these elements into her classes, creating a nurturing space for all practitioners. You can learn more about Li Ling [ https://kateporteryoga.com/
Your Tour Guide
Rigzin Tsewang
Rigzin Tsewang is the founder of Ladakh Nomad Expeditions and an experienced mountain guide with over 23 years of expertise. Specializing in authentic Himalayan expeditions, treks, and cultural tours, Rigzin and his team offer deep insights into the remote, awe-inspiring landscapes and rich cultural traditions of Ladakh. Rigzin has successfully ascended peaks over 6,000 meters more than 65 times and is known for ensuring the safety and comfort of every participant on the journey, ensuring this experience will be both enriching and secure.
