Yoga, Pilates & Wellness
Retreats in Victoria
Yoga, Pilates & all things Wellness
A yoga retreat without chanting, a wellness retreat without the ‘woo-woo’ and a health retreat with the option of coffee & tasty snacks.
We’re all about evidence-based wellness that works. Whether you come for a weekend getaway or a 6-day escape, you’ll feel refreshed, relaxed and recharged. Ready to face whatever life has in store.
Retreat Inclusions
Reformer Pilates Workshops
Aerial Yin and Aerial Flow Yoga
Hot Yoga Stretch & Massage (myofascial work)
Mini Goat Happy Hour
Wellness Treatments including
Red light therapy treatment,
Infrared Sauna Sessions,
Floatation therapyUnlimited hydrotherapy spa use
State of the art Massage Chair
Magnesium salt pool (outdoor)
Self Defence Workshop,
Bike hire & tour of Lake Benalla
Paddle Board Yoga (Nov-April)
Wildlife Rescue Talk
All levels and experience welcome
Meals & Accommodation
Eco friendly cabins fwith all meals provided. All rooms feature private ensuite & netflix.
Gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian catering available by request.
Fairtrade coffee, naturopathic teas and fire-side cacao/chai/ mulled wine served nightly.
Our converted mining cabins are comfy, secure & energy-efficient. Luxe linens, eco-friendly toiletries + cooling/ heating = great sleep and a cool place to hang out.
*KS Cabin: 1x DB for solo travellers
*QS Cabin: 1x Queen size bed for 2ppl
*Twin share: 2x Bunk Beds for 2 ppl
Gift Vouchers
Give them something special this year. Private Cabins, QS Rooms for Couples Retreats or Twin Share for a retreat with your best mate. Purchase online or contact us to arrange
NDIS Retreats
Yes, we work with NDIS plans and participants. Contact us to discuss
Yoga & Wellness Retreat Dates
2024 Victorian Retreats
Spring Wellness Retreats
Nov 8th-10th (Fri-Sun) - Sold out
Nov 22-24th (Fri-Sun) - 2 rooms left
Summer Wellness Retreats
Dec 6th-8th (Fri-Sun) - 2 rooms left
Dec 13th-15th (Fri-Sun) - 3 rooms left
Jan 3rd - 5th (Fri-Sun) - 4 rooms left
Feb 21st-23rd (Fri-Sun)
2025 Victorian Retreats
Summer Wellness Retreats:
Jan 3rd - 5th (Fri-Sun) - * New *
Jan 10 - 12th (Fri-Sun) - * New *
Jan 24th-26th (Fri-Sun) - * New*
Feb 21st-23rd (Fri-Sun) - * New *
Do Good, Feel Good - 6 Day Retreats:
*Mar 25th-30th (Tue-Sun)* - NEW
Private Events & Facility Hire
Contact us to discuss. Limited dates available
Wellness Retreat Itinerary
Get a feel for your typical day on a Little Farm of Calm yoga & pilates retreat
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Sample Spring Retreat Itinerary
Day 1: Check in any time from 3pm
*Room induction upon arrival
*Red light therapy, floatation tank & infrared sauna from 4pm-10pm
*Hydrotherapy spa & Magnesium Salt pool open 4pm-10pm
16:00 - Aerial Yoga Flow (Gentle )
*18:00 Dinner
19:45 Aerial Yin & meditation (90 min)
*22:00 Fire pit & guest kitchen close
Day 2: As much or as little as you like
*Red light therapy, floatation tank & infrared sauna from 7am-10pm
*Hydrotherapy spa & Magnesium Salt pool open 7am-10pm
*07:00 Breakfast available till 12
*08:30 Joey feeding - please let us know if you would like to assist
09:00 Pilates Reformer (60 Min)
10:00 Goat happy hour: please wear clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty and enclosed shoes.
11:00 Guided bike tour of Lake Benalla
12:30 Lunch
13:30 Wildlife Rescue Talk
*Afternoon: Free time, snacks, drinks, bicycle hire
14:30 Myofascial Release Workshop (90 min)
16:30 Joey feeding - please let us know if you would like to assist
18:00 Dinner
19:15 Self Defence Workshop (participate as much as you choose)
21:00 Mulled Wine & Chocolate
22:00 Kitchen & Fire pit Area Close - outdoor silence requested
Day 3: Late checkout and plenty of time to take things slow
*07:00 Breakfast & coffee in guest kitchen till 12pm
*Red light therapy, floatation tank & infrared sauna from 7am-12
*Hydrotherapy spa & Magnesium Salt pool (~12-15 degrees) open 7am-12pm
9:30 Aerial Yoga Flow
10:00 Goat Happy Hour
11:00 Chai Tea & Ginger Biscuits
*12:00 Checkout.
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Day 1: Check in any time from 3pm
*Room induction upon arrival
*Red light therapy, floatation tank & infrared sauna from 4pm-10pm
*Hydrotherapy spa & Magnesium Salt pool open 4pm-10pm
16:00 - Paddle board Yoga (60 mins)
16:30 Joey feeding time - let us know if you would like to assist
*18:00 Dinner
19:30 Aerial Yin & meditation (90 min)
*22:00 Fire pit & guest kitchen close
Day 2: Do as much / as little as you like
*Red light therapy, floatation tank, massage & infrared sauna from 7am-10pm
*Hydrotherapy spa & Magnesium Salt pool 7am-10pm
*07:00 Breakfast available till 12
08:00 Joey feeding time - let us know if you would like to assist
09:00 Pilates Reformer (60 Min)
10:00 Goat happy hour: please wear clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty and enclosed shoes.
11:00 Guided bike tour of Lake Benalla
12:30 Lunch
1:30 Wildlife Rescue Talk
*Afternoon: Free time, snacks, drinks, bicycle hire
15:00 Myofascial Release Workshop (90 min)
16:30 Joey feeding time - let us know if you would like to assist
18:30 Dinner
20:00 Self Defence Workshop (participate as much as you choose)
21:00 Mulled Wine & Chocolate
22:00 Kitchen & Fire pit Area Close - outdoor silence requested
Day 3: Late checkout and plenty of time to take things slow
*07:00 Breakfast/Brunch 12pm
*Red light therapy, floatation tank, Massage & infrared sauna 7am-12
*Hydrotherapy spa & Magnesium Salt pool (25-30 degrees) 7am-12pm
9:30 Aerial Yoga Flow
10:30 Goat Happy Hour
11:30 Chai Tea & Ginger Biscuits
*12:00 Checkout. description
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Sample Itinerary for our 6 Day- Feel Good, Do Good Retreat in November
Tue 19th Nov: Get here and get to know us
Check in from 3pm
Pool, Spa & Sauna area open 3pm - 10pm
Red Light, Floatation, Massage Chair Bookings 4pm - 9pm
3-5:30pm Arrivals, Room & Retreat Orientation
4::00 Paddleboard Yoga
5:00 Wildlife feeds - Let us know if you would like to assist
6:15pm Dinner
7:30pm Aerial Yin
10pm Guest Kitchen & Outdoor areas close - out door silence requested
Wed 20th Nov: Chill out or get stuck in. The choice is yours ...
Breakfast - Brunch 7-12
8am, 12pm, 5pm - Wildlife feeding, exercise & laundry changes - let us know if you would like to assist
Pool, Sauna & Spa areas open from 7am - 10pm
Wellness Treatments open for bookings 8am - 9pm
9:30am -12:30 pm: Wombat enclosure build Pt 1 (Tasks inc digging, placement, gathering of logs/ planting - get an idea of what we're building here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jg98maM2HDU )
12:30 pm Lunch
12:30-4:30pm Free time to enjoy wellness treatments, explore region, have a nap or read a book ... you do you :)
3pm Daily Goat Happy hour
6pm: Group Dinner
7:30pm Reformer Pilates (Option 1)
Thu 21st Nov:
7:30am Reformer Pilates (Option 2)
Breakfast - Brunch 7am - 12pm in guest kitchen
Wildlife, wet areas & Wellness treatments as per previous
9:30am -12:30 pm: Wombat enclosure build Pt 2 (Tasks inc digging, placement, gathering of logs/ planting - get an idea of what we're building here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jg98maM2HDU )
12:30 pm Lunch
2:30-4pm Hot Yoga Massage (Myofascial release Workshop)
4pm Daily Goat Happy hour
6:00: Group Dinner
7:30pm Self Defence Workshop
Fri 22nd Nov
Breakfast - Brunch 7am - 12pm in guest kitchen
Wildlife, wet areas & Wellness treatments as per previous
9:-12:30pm Native Garden Planting (food for future generations!)
12:30pm Lunch
Daily Goat Happy Hour 3pm
4pm Paddleboard Yoga
6:00: Group Dinner
7:30pm Aerial Yin
Sat 23rd Nov
Breakfast - Brunch 7am - 12pm in guest kitchen
Wildlife, wet areas & Wellness treatments as per previous
7:30am Pilates Reformer
9:30-12 Possum/ Glider box making Workshop
12:30 Lunch
Daily Goat Happy Hour 2pm
3pm Hot Yoga Stretch & Relaxation
6pm Final Night - Group Dinner & Celebration
8pm Stargazing, spiced Caco & Dessert around firepit
Sun 24th Nov - Retreat Close
Breakfast - Brunch 7am - 12pm in guest kitchen
Wildlife, wet areas & Wellness treatments - 12pm
9:30am Energetic Aerial Flow
12pm Checkout
All about Wellness Retreats Victoria
Where is
Little Farm of Calm?
121 Grant Drive, Benalla 3672
Our Victorian Wellness Retreat & Event centre is an easy 2 hour drive or train trip from Melbourne - once you get on the Hume Hwy you are 2 turns away. We offer station pick up & drop off so you can sit back and relax!
We are located in a rural area, yet only 6 mins away from Benalla which features cafes, shops, chemists and supermarkets. If you are feeling active that becomes a 15 minute bike ride.
Wellness that works
Floatation therapy
Your wellness retreat includes a 50 minute private session in our magnesium salt floatation and sensory deprivation tank. Designed to switch off your senses , provide complete rest for your nervous system and alleviate muscle tension.
From just 1-2 sessions across the weekend, you may feel more relaxed, and sleep more deeply. Regular float therapy has been linked to reductions in stress levels, anxiety, blood pressure, chronic pain and sleep disorders. An optional float therapy session is included in all our wellness & yoga retreats. Learn more about float therapy on our Victorian yoga retreats.
Red Light therapy
Retreat packages include medical grade whole body red light therapy. Often associated with Dermatologists and skin treatments, red light therapy penetrates the skin to target cellular health. It has been used as a treatment for mood and sleep disorders, wound healing & joint pain, muscle recovery and even by NASA to reduce unwanted symptoms of radiation therapy.
From your first session you might feel relaxed, glowing and a little restored. Every person is different - if you can, jump in more than once. Included in all our wellness & yoga retreats, learn more about red light therapy here.
Animal Therapy: Goat Happy Hour
Time spent with animals and in nature has been shown through several studies to replicate similar effects on our brain waves as deep meditation. Perhaps this is because they demand us to be fully present and temporarily disable our internal chatter.
We provide all levels of access to our hand reared therapy animals - whether you would prefer to feed or observe only from behind a fence, or jump in and immerse yourself in goat antics and love. Plus, we’re probably the only wellness retreat in Victoria to have goats on the program.
Infrared Sauna Sessions
Improved cardiac health, reductions in chronic pain, muscle recovery, deeper REM sleep, lowered cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugars, boosted metabolism and protection against the degenerative effects of ageing. These are all benefits of infrared sauna use as demonstrated by clinical studies - so the question is, why wouldn’t you?
Yes it’s hot, but stepping out of the sauna you’ll feel invigorated and recharged. And because we have two, you should do it again tomorrow! Learn more about infrared sauna use on our Victorian wellness retreats.
Mineral Soak & Hydrotherapy Spa; Magnesium Salt Pool
Take your relaxation to the next level in our 6 person hydrotherapy spa. It comes complete with medical grade massage jets and mineral salts to dissolve tension and send you into a state of bliss.
And if you get too hot, you can always take the plunge in our 75m2 magnesium salt pool for the ultimate in winter invigoration. Or of course you can just stay in the spa ….
Evidence based yoga, pilates & myofascial release
We use evidence based techniques to relieve aches and pains, relax tight muscles and target common niggles - you might find yourself capable of more than you thought.
Intensity wise, our yoga, wellness and pilates retreat schedule caters from low to moderate intensity sessions; using the power of movement to improve how you feel in both your mind and body. Our teachers come from health care backgrounds including physiotherapy, exercise physiology, rehabilitation programming and elite coaching - offering the highest levels of instruction and in class care.
Wellness Retreat Booking FAQs
What is your cancellation policy?
No one wants to think about cancellations, but just in case - please see our cancellation policy below. These are based upon the costs incurred by us to replace your booking in the provided timelines:
> 28 days prior to check-in will receive a full refund minus bank transaction fees
Within 14-28 days of check-in date are subject to 25% cancellation fee or can be re-scheduled to a future retreat for a $150 administration fee to cover re-advertising of your place
Within 14 days of check-in date are subject to 50% cancellation fee
Within 7 days of check-in date will be charge full retreat value (where no replacement booking can be found).
How far in advance can I book?
We traditionally offer our retreats in 3 monthly seasonal blocks. This allows us to be constantly adapting and improving our offerings and ensures the quality of our retreat scheduling. To keep up to date with when new retreat dates are announced please follow us either on facebook.com/littlefarmofcalm or instagram.com/little_farm_of_calm/
Do you offer payment plans?
We currently offer the Paypal - Pay in 4 option for retreat payments which divides your retreat into 4 equal payments across 8 weeks.
Do you take NDIS bookings?
We will happily work with your NDIS plan manager to arrange for you to attend one of our wellness retreats under respite care for carers and NDIS participants - please get in touch through our Contact US page and we will work with you to establish if we can provide the ideal retreat environment for you.
Do you run private retreats?
Yes, if you have a group of 10+ people (or 8+ rooms) we can design a custom itinerary to suit your group. Please get in touch with us via littlefarmofcalm@gmail.com with:
Number of guests / rooms
Preferred dates
Contact number
We can then give you an idea of availability and approximate costs. Please note that there is no giant discount as our costs remain the same whether the retreat is run for just your private group or any other group of people. A deposit will be required to reserve private retreat dates so please consider these things prior to making a request.
Wellness Retreat Food FAQ
What food can I expect on retreat?
Our yoga retreat menu changes with the season, so in the cooler months we provide more hearty dishes such as curries, soups and layered dishes. There is no private chef onsite and we do not claim to provide Michelin star rated food. We do however, invest in local Victorian produce and pride ourselves in homestyle cooking with great flavours and healthy ingredients. Meals will generally include one gluten free and vegetarian dish, plus at least one other which may include gluten / animal protein / lactose.
Please note; We use spice, warmth and seasonings in our cooking. If you have a highly specific palate, or severe food allergies, we invite guests to bring some of their own preferred foods to store in the fridge. We also request details of any food allergies or intolerances 7 days prior to your retreat to ensure that we can shop and prepare menus or advise if your needs cannot be met.
Do you provide gluten free catering?
Yes, we can provide gluten free options for each meal where this information is provided at least 1 week prior to the retreat commencement. Please be specific as to the level of your intolerance / dietary choice so that we can cater accordingly and ensure that your requirements are met. Please note that not all dishes served will be gluten free and ask staff members if you have any concerns / queries.
Lactose/ dairy free catering?
Yes, we can provide a lactose/dairy free options for meals and dairy alternatives, where this information is provided at least 1 week prior to the retreat commencement. Please be specific as to the level of your intolerance / dietary choice so that we can cater accordingly and ensure that your requirements are met. Please note that not all dishes served will be dairy free and ask staff members if you have any concerns / queries.
Vegan / Pescatarian/FODMAP?
Yes, we can provide Vegan, Pescatarian or fructose reduced options for meals where this information is provided at least 1 week prior to the retreat commencement. Please be specific as to the level of your intolerance / dietary choices so that we can cater accordingly and ensure that your requirements are met as definitions of a vegan / pescatarian diet vary widely. For example, we do not assume that vegetarian or pescatarian includes the exclusion of dairy unless this is specified. For FODMAP please indicate whether garlic infused oil, chives and/or spring onions can be tolerated Please note that not all dishes served will be vegan/pescatarian/FODMAP friendly and ask staff members if you have any concerns / queries.
Other dietary intolerances / allergies?
We will attempt to provide a tasty meal option for most dietary needs - however there are limits on what we can provide within the scope of group catering - especially when multiple foods / groups / flavours are being eliminated. This retreat does not provide private chef / personalised catering & all food needs to be accessible to the entire retreat group.
Please contact us directly with any special needs, or the option is available is to bring your own pre-prepared meals and fridge space/ microwave / air fryer / toaster oven is provided in guest kitchen space.
What is included on our retreats?
Retreats include breakfast, lunch and dinner from Friday night through till breakfast (7am-11am) Sunday morning.
Breakfast is a buffet style, self serve selection of cereals, fresh bread, fruit, yoghurts and condiments with tea, coffee, condiments and DIY eggs.
Lunch and dinner change with the seasons, with cooler months traditionally featuring hearty soups, curry and bowl based dishes. Meals consists of 1 large lactose free/ gluten free/ vegetarian dish with condiments/ toppings/ animal protein options that can be added to suit your tastes and needs.
Acknowledgement of Country
Little Farm of Calm Benalla is in Yorta Yorta Country.
We acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land and pay our respects to the Elders of Yorta Yorta clans past, present and future - for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of Aboriginal Australia. We will always remember that this land is, was and always will be traditional Aboriginal land.