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INNER JOY RETREAT
In the healing Blue Mountains

 

A unique retreat experience
to tap into your inner joy…

An inspiring 2-night program of yoga, meditation insights, drumming, connection…and laughter!

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View this beautifully filmed 1-minute video of how you will find your inner joy (and much more!)

 

Held in one of Australia’s most healing mountain locations,
join us for Inner Joy at Happy Buddha Retreats,
held every week and commencing Monday, Wednesday or Friday.

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A 2-night getaway…

Take time out to gain clarity, feel lighter and laugh out loud!

Our Inner Joy Retreat is our signature program at Happy Buddha Retreats. Offered three times every week, and commencing every Monday, Wednesday or Friday this program has been especially created to tap into joy, contentment and self-acceptance.

Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or this is your first experience, it won’t matter!  Whilst we utilise yoga, meditation to stretch the body and mind, this retreat will allow you to see yourself and others in a different light. We encourage you to experience each activity with a full heart, love and kindness.

Lightness, playfulness and laughter (especially in the drumming workshop) might even be a beautiful reward!

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Happy retreaters at Happy Buddha
African drumming, yoga and pool at Happy Buddha

We are all equals here. No one will judge you or push you beyond your limits.

Drumming at Inner Joy Retreat

How to find your Inner Joy…

When you take life a little slower you’ll nurture from within:

  • Stretch your body with yoga and movement
  • Learn to free your mind with guided meditation
  • Feel energised with inspiring workshops
  • Learn Meditation insights for clarity and grounding
  • Find your inner rhythm with drumming (and loads of fun!)
  • Explore nature in the surrounding Blue Mountains landscape
  • Connect with like-minded people
  • Reconnect with how you want to live your life.
Take me to this happy place!

Happy Customers

Thank you for a wonderful retreat. I really enjoyed the yoga and the delicious food. My highlight is the drumming with Richard, as always. Also, I’ve really enjoyed Emily’s closing circle. It was wonderful that she adapted a yoga foundations class to accommodate my blind sister. So, thank you thank you thank you.
Justine
Jan, 2022
Plenty of space in the schedule for free time and adventure. Absolutely loved finding my own rhythm with the drums. Beautiful, gentle yoga. My heart is filled and I will be back!
Victoria
Dec, 2021
This was a wonderful short retreat, well organised, comfortable accommodation, lovely scenery, relaxing ambiance, wholesome food and fantastic teachers. I wished it was longer, however, I could see a tangible difference to my inner self within just 24hrs. Thank you to the Happy Buddha team!
Sam
December 2021
After wanting to go here for over a year I finally got my Inner Joy retreat. It. Was. Amazing!!! The accommodation was better than I anticipated. The food was amazing. The classes accessible to novice and advanced alike. I absolutely loved the Drumming Circle. The location is stunning. I highly recommend this retreat for anyone looking for a yoga-inspired getaway. I am planning my next visit.
Rebecca
August 2020
All the teachers were unique and lovely. I felt welcomed by all and the surroundings were just breathtaking.
The food was to die for!! I honestly just felt my soul was lighter walking out of Happy Buddha...
Lauren
June 2021
We had a fantastic retreat group and the food, activities (yoga and meditation) and the sunrise were all amazing.Highly recommended if you want to feel more grounded and unwind. Cheers.
Nicholas
May 2021
The retreat transformed how I was feeling mentally and physically, from exhausted and weighed down with many things on my mind to feeling energised, lighter and replenished. The food was divine, the yoga classes were spot on (perfect for any ability and energy level), comfortable room (I slept the best I have in a long time), the facilitator was kind and knowledgeable and guided the retreat with well thought activities and combined with the beautiful natural surroundings it was the perfect package.
Fi
December 2020
Thank you to your lovely volunteers and a particular shout out to Melanie, our facilitator, for being so talented, warm and genuine - she really made it a fabulous experience. I have recommended Happy Buddha to all the friends I have met in the days since and will come again myself soon!
Ms Happy & Relaxed
A 5 star soul discovery journey! I attended this retreat with my best friend to spend some time together…but we got far more out of this retreat. It surprised us! The beautiful facilitator provided a path to understanding ourselves in such a short time. The best therapy I’ve had and I’ve had a lot in my 50 years. Booking in every year for a life-reset!
Lee
June 2020
Exactly as advertised and better. Excellent staff, excellent rooms and shared spaces, delicious food and classes to suit beginners and experienced yoga and meditation practitioners. Will be going back there.
Emili
June 2021
I had the most beautiful, serene and happy experience at this retreat. I felt a sense of calm from the moment I stepped inside and felt comfortable throughout the retreat to enjoy myself, practice at my own pace and chat with the group. The facilitation was magical. So kind, supportive and vibrant....

I have completely reset and I came home feeling revived and have been practicing everyday, chanting my Mantra and meditating to keep this going into my day to day life.
Jacqueline

Your Inner Joy Experience

Everything on the timetable is optional, you are welcome to do as much, or as little as you like. All activities and meals are at our Blue Mountains Retreat Centre.

Arrival Day 1

4:00pm ~ Official Check-in
Arrive at 4pm to settle in, make a cup of tea and get ready for a 4:45pm slow flow practice in the ‘secret’ yoga space.

4:45pm – 5:45pm ~ Slow Flow

6:30pm ~ Final Check-in
If you’re traveling from afar, or running a little late, please arrive by 6:30pm so you are settled in for our 6:45pm dinner delight.

6:45pm – 7:45pm ~ Dinner Delight

8:30pm – 9:15pm ~ Welcoming & Yoga Nidra (Guided meditation)

10:00pm until breakfast ~ Whisper time

Seated meditation

Day 2

7:00am – 8:00am ~ Dynamic Yoga
Get your body moving in this intermediate yoga class.

8:00am – 9:00am ~ Gentle Yoga

9:00am – 9:45am ~ Break Your Fast

9:45am – 11:00am ~ Meditation Talk
Learn about meditation and experience a unique mindfulness activity.

11:00am – 1:00pm ~ Free Time

1:00pm – 2:00pm ~ Lunch Munch

2:00pm – 2:45pm ~ Drum Circle
Connect to your heart and find your inner rhythm.

2:45pm – 4:00pm ~ Free Time

4:15pm – 5:15pm ~ Dynamic Yoga

5:30pm – 6:45pm ~ Yin Yoga

6:45pm – 7:45pm ~ Dinner Delight

8:30pm – 9:00pm ~ Guided Meditation (Yoga Nidra)

Final morning

7:00am – 8:00am ~ Dynamic Yoga

8:00am – 9:00am ~ Gentle Yoga

9:00am – 9:45am ~ Break Your Fast

9:45am – 10:45am ~ Closing Ceremony
Considered to be the highlight of the retreat by many of our participants, not to be missed!

11:00am ~ Check-out

2-Night Retreat Experience

Midweek is $399pp or Weekend $449pp twin-share inclusive of your accommodation, meals and workshops!

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This retreat books out fast so be sure to plan your retreat ahead of time!

buddha nestled in bushland at happy buddha retreats
the pool and view at happy buddha retreats

Our Blue Mountains Retreat awaits you!

One of the most important things you can do in life is to take time out to replenish yourself.

Our workshops have been designed to nourish your mind and body, to feel a sense of renewal and tap back into the inner happiness that you deserve. And that’s why we call our core program: Inner Joy.

Whilst you are here, allow yourself to enter into a world of being, rather than doing, deepen your inquiry into a mindfulness practice, to find your inner joy (what sparks you!) and learn how to more effectively cope with the demands of your daily life. We offer all of this and more in the surrounds of the stunning natural landscape of the Blue Mountains, NSW Australia.

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More Happy Customers…

Thank you from my heart for a truly wonderful yoga retreat weekend. My mind, body and soul feel lovingly nurtured and recharged! Thank you Athill and Sarah for all of the superb yoga sessions. They were all interesting and varied.
Liz
Never having been to a retreat, I had booked in for this not really knowing what to expect. After spending 2 days here, I can sum up this experience in one word ... bliss! From the moment you drive into the property to the moment you leave, you experience an incredible feeling of peace and serenity....
Gregory
Just spent a blissful weekend at Happy Buddha and am already planning my next trip…There is just the right balance of organised activities and free time and I loved that there was no pressure to attend everything. I felt like I had the best of both worlds with a lot of privacy but also the opportu...
Corina
This retreat I would fully recommend ... it was just amazing in every way. Along with my sister we were fortunate to have sunshine & surrounded by happy people. We came home relaxed, energised and joyful! Thank you to all the Happy Buddha team - you all went "above & beyond"!
Charm
The staff were lovely, the view was amazing, the waterfall was spectacular and the food was outstanding. Great weekend to unwind away from the hectic city. Yin Yoga was an absolute highlight for me and I loved that every level of experience was able to join in to any session.
Kate
I had an awesome time. Such a beautiful location, great facilities and staff. The yoga, meditation and drumming was fun and relaxing. The massage was the best! And it was amazing to meet such nice kind people who attended also!
David
A relaxed atmosphere and a happy environment indeed where you decide how involved you wish to be! A retreat well worth all the time, to recharge oneself .... a comfortable place with lovely views and healthy, wholesome food. Highly recommend it!
Alka
Had THE MOST AMAZING TIME at this retreat. I had never done yoga before, and actually went because the food looked nice and I needed a break. The yoga was beautiful, the food was unbelievably fabulous. Basically, just get there!
Tanya
This experience was probably the best thing I’ve done for myself in forever. The groups were amazing. The food beyond amazing! The drumming circle was the most fun I’ve ever had sitting down and the place itself is beautiful….I’m planning to go again as soon as possible. Absolutely recommend...
Elizabeth
March 11, 2019
Happy Buddha Retreats provided everything that I didn't know I was looking for!!! The retreat was put together in such a synchronous and harmonious way, that it left all of us - who started out as strangers - feeling like we had known each other forever! Everyone seemed to have found a little piece ...
Jaen
March 26, 2019
Magic couple of days which I can barely fault. Highly recommended. Accomm, yoga, drumming, intentions, activities, food, staff... all 10/10. Go treat yourself.
Andrew
March 13, 2019
I had the best time this weekend at the retreat! It was literally life changing for me. The energy, the food, the meditations and the connection with the group and teachers were a completely blessing! Thank you Happy Buddha, I definitely recommend it to anyone and everyone I know! ❤️
Mariana Iannarelli
I had the most beautiful, serene and happy experience at this retreat. I felt a sense of calm from the moment I stepped inside and felt comfortable throughout the retreat to enjoy myself, practice at my own pace and chat with the group. The facilitation was magical. So kind, supportive and vibrant.....
Jacqueline
Thank you to your lovely volunteers and a particular shout out to Melanie, our facilitator, for being so talented, warm and genuine - she really made it a fabulous experience. I have recommended Happy Buddha to all the friends I have met in the days since and will come again myself soon!
Ms Happy & Relaxed
After wanting to go here for over a year I finally got my Inner Joy retreat. It. Was. Amazing!!! The accommodation was better than I anticipated. The food was amazing. The classes accessible to novice and advanced alike. I absolutely loved the Drumming Circle. The location is stunning. I highly reco...
Rebecca
August 2020
A 5 star soul discovery journey! I attended this retreat with my best friend to spend some time together…but we got far more out of this retreat. It surprised us! The beautiful facilitator provided a path to understanding ourselves in such a short time. The best therapy I’ve had and I’ve had a...
Lee
June 2020
Exactly as advertised and better. Excellent staff, excellent rooms and shared spaces, delicious food and classes to suit beginners and experienced yoga and meditation practitioners. Will be going back there.
Emili
June 2021
All the teachers were unique and lovely. I felt welcomed by all and the surroundings were just breathtaking.
The food was to die for!! I honestly just felt my soul was lighter walking out of Happy Buddha...
Lauren
June 2021
We had a fantastic retreat group and the food, activities (yoga and meditation) and the sunrise were all amazing.Highly recommended if you want to feel more grounded and unwind. Cheers.
Nicholas
May 2021
The retreat transformed how I was feeling mentally and physically, from exhausted and weighed down with many things on my mind to feeling energised, lighter and replenished. The food was divine, the yoga classes were spot on (perfect for any ability and energy level), comfortable room (I slept the b...
Fi
December 2020
The silent retreat was an extremely relaxing & restorative experience, & because it's only 2 nights it was doable and accessible. A very nice mix of yin yoga, meditation, quick dip in the pool, and mindful nature walk. Best if you're open to some self-exploration and self-reflection, and open to lea...
Amanda
Feb 2021
An amazing experience and beautiful staff - thank you for the wonderful insight and teachings 🙏🏼
Dino
January 2021
I recently attended the Women's Retreat which was easily the most amazing, empowering, relaxing and moving experience of my life. I highly recommend to all women as an essential element of self care. The space was so beautiful, surrounded by the gorgeous Blue Mountains. The food was phenomenal. All ...
Laura
April 2021
This was a wonderful short retreat, well organised, comfortable accommodation, lovely scenery, relaxing ambiance, wholesome food and fantastic teachers. I wished it was longer, however, I could see a tangible difference to my inner self within just 24hrs. Thank you to the Happy Buddha team!
Sam
December 2021
This was exactly what I needed. Two days of rest, ease, nourishment and movement with lovely humans. The yoga was wonderful - fun, playful, nurturing, extending - with several classes each day in different styles and different teachers. They each had their own unique style and approach, which kept t...
Nina
November 2021
There is a real warmth about the facilitator that is very unique and welcoming.\I would recommend this to anyone wishing to reconnect with themselves or get a break from smart devices and the constantly busy world we live in today!! Thanks so much to all the team at Happy Buddha Retreats 😀🙏
Andre
June 2021
Loved the retreat! The faciliator Pete was so caring and compassionate. The food was absolutely delicious!
It was a much needed reset for me to have time away from the phone and learnt many breathing /meditation techniques.
May
Feb, 2022
We loved our weekend there. Such a peaceful, authentic venue. Delicious food, beautiful calm atmosphere. Thanks for making this experience possible 🙏🏽
Betty and Madeleine
Jan, 2022
Thank you for a wonderful retreat. I really enjoyed the yoga and the delicious food. My highlight is the drumming with Richard, as always. Also, I’ve really enjoyed Emily’s closing circle. It was wonderful that she adapted a yoga foundations class to accommodate my blind sister. So, thank you...
Justine
Jan, 2022
Plenty of space in the schedule for free time and adventure. Absolutely loved finding my own rhythm with the drums. Beautiful, gentle yoga. My heart is filled and I will be back!
Victoria
Dec, 2021

Happy Buddha Retreats offers unique, short-stay retreat experiences to unwind, gain clarity and 'get your happy back'. Located in Wentworth Falls, Blue Mountains, we're just 90-minutes drive from Sydney, NSW.

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