Let us start by saying what this retreat is not:

This is not a medical retreat, nor is it designed to replace any medical or mental health support or treatment you may be receiving.

We do not provide any counselling services, health support or psychological treatment during this retreat.

This retreat is an opportunity to disconnect from the everyday busy-ness of the world, spend some quality time in nature, attend curated workshops, guided meditations and other specified activities.

It is an opportunity to connect deeply with self and source and revisit those parts of ourselves that are often drowned out by the noise of the everyday.

Please note that this is a smoke free retreat, and that it is strictly prohibited to have any illegal substances with you. We reserve the right to ask you to leave if you are found to be doing so.

The retreat is made up of a structured timetable of daily sessions including meditations, mindfulness activities and expert-led workshops.

You are encouraged to attend all the structured sessions so that you can make the most of this experience, as everything has been planned to enable a flow of knowledge from day to day.

You are however free to choose to opt in or out of sessions whenever your intuition guides you to do so.

Please note that there will be no discounts or refunds if you choose not to participate in any of the sessions, as all have been pre-paid based on the assumption that by signing up to the retreat you consent to participate in all of the sessions provided to you.

You will be required to inform us on you registration form of any conditions you may have that require ongoing support, attention or treatment. You will need to provide a letter from your doctor outlining what you may need during your stay, what medications you take daily and what to do in an emergency.

You will also need to show proof of medical insurance or medical cover in Australia for the duration of your stay as all countries have different regulations in place for medical treatment particularly if you are not an Australian permanent resident.

Travel insurance for non-Australian residents is a requirement to attend.

The retreat program has been structured in such a way to provide you with ample free time between sessions.

The communal areas have comfortable spaces for you to sit, mingle with your fellow retreat goers, walk in nature or journal in silence.

This retreat is open to people aged 18 years old and over.

MEDICAL CONDITIONS & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

You must inform the facilitators on our registration form of any medical conditions, pregnancy, disability or any other mental and or physical condition which may affect fitness to travel, including medications you are currently taking.

Failure to notify us may result in you being refused certain activities during the retreat at your own expense. Some activities may be unsuitable for you due to age, mobility, disability, pregnancy or physical or mental conditions. Please email us if you have concerns.

It is absolutely vital that you are accurate with your fitness level and medical conditions for your own safety.

The facilitators will do their best to meet special requests including dietary or physical limitations but such requests may not always be possible and you acknowledge that this is the case.

PHOTOS, VIDEO AND CONTENT CREATION

In the course of participation in the retreat, photos or video may be taken by the facilitators, participants, guides and professional photographers. These images may be used in any of the facilitators’ promotional materials, website, all social media platforms (i.e. Instagram), etc., unless you specifically request to us in writing not use any material your image is depicted in. Otherwise, permission is granted to the facilitators of a perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide, irrevocable license to use such images for publicity and promotional purposes.

LIMITED LIABILITY OF RETREAT FACILITATORS

The retreat facilitator Artemis Evangelidis shall not be liable for any unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond their reasonable control, of which the consequences could not have been avoided even when exercising all reasonable care. Such circumstances or events include, but are not limited to, pandemic outbreaks, war or threat of war, riot, civil unrest, industrial disputes or strikes, accidents or failure to perform by third parties, including suppliers and subcontractors, unavoidable technical problems with the accommodation, transport or closure or congestion of airports, terrorist activity, natural disasters, industrial disasters, fire, theft, flooding and adverse weather conditions including snow storms and any incidents with wildlife. In the event of any the above, refunds and compensation payments cannot be made.

The facilitators accept no liability for loss, damage, injury or illnesses which may be suffered by you during your stay or travelling to and from the retreat centre.

All guests must take responsibility for their own medical and physical fitness and be able to use the facilities as stated herein and participate in activities.

The facilitators are not liable for any injuries or losses to guests, as a result of their use of retreat facilities or participation in activities.

Whilst all care is taken, the facilitators cannot accept any responsibility for loss or damage of personal possessions or valuables of guests.

DATA PROTECTION

To ensure that our retreat runs smoothly, the facilitators will need to use personal information (such as name, address, special needs, health conditions, dietary requirements etc.) provided by you to us, and also pass on such information to other outfitters/guides or suppliers involved in the operation of the retreat. The facilitators will apply appropriate security measures to protect such personal data and will only pass on data that is applicable to outfitters or suppliers responsible for the retreat. By completing our Retreat Booking Form, you consent to this information being transferred as required.

ACCEPTANCE OF RISK

You acknowledge that the nature of the retreat may involve personal risk. You hereby assume all such risk and hereby release the facilitators from all claims and causes of action arising from any damages or injuries or death resulting from these inherent risks. At the time of payment, you may be required to sign our RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS, ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT. Please read this carefully.

Please note that the facilitators reserve the right to change the structure of the sessions and or bring in additional presenters and facilitators where they deem it appropriate.

Yes, travel insurance for this retreat is required if you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident. You must email the facilitators proof of this no later than the 30 days prior to the commencement of the retreat.

Details of the location will be provided shortly.

Previous retreats have been run at the Yarra Valley Lodge which is less than 60 minutes from the centre of Melbourne.

Up to 30 days before the retreat, payments made minus the non-refundable deposit and a 30% administration fee, will be returned to you in the event that you can no longer attend.

Within 30 days of the retreat, no refunds can be made unless you find another person to fill your spot.