Yoga & Nature Retreat, Clarens
24th to 26th October 2025
Set on a game farm at the foothills of the Maluti Mountains, this retreat invites you to reconnect with self and nature, in a breathtaking 1000-hectare sanctuary bordering Golden Gate National Park. Just 10 minutes from Clarens, Letsatsi Mountain Lodge offers a nurturing home for a weekend of yoga, meditation, mountain hikes, scenic horse rides, and rest.
Whether you're seeking adventure or stillness, enjoy thoughtfully restored farm-style accommodation, nourishing meals from the farmhouse kitchen, and quiet moments by the pool, patios, or fire boma.
We’re also delighted to host Meg Ruck, physiotherapist and Pilates teacher, presenting on “Strong Body, Steady Mind: The Science of Movement and Wellness.”
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Below is a detailed programme of what you can look forward to.
Friday 24 October
14h00 onwards: Arrival of guests and afternoon at leisure to explore the farm, relax, etc.
17h00: Sunset yoga by lantern light, on the lawn at the lodge
18h30: Sundowners at the fire boma, followed by dinner in the dining room
Saturday 25 October
07h30: Healthy breakfast in the dining room
08h30: Hike/game drive/horse-ride (you choose) approx 8 km into the mountains with close views of wildebeest, zebra, eland, and other game.
11h00: Slow stretch and flow yoga class at the dam
13h00: Harvest table lunch at the dam and then leisure time to relax, or find a nook and cuddle up with your book, etc.
15h30: Strong Body, Steady Mind: The Science of Movement and Wellness with Meg Ruck
17h30: Sundowners and canapés at Sunset Rock (1 km from the lodge)
19h00: Candle-lit dinner in the dining room
Sunday 26 October
08h00: Morning yoga in historical sandstone chapel
10h00: Brunch in the dining room
11h30 onwards: Guests depart
Cost:
The cost for the weekend is R6 150 pp (sharing) in a beautifully renovated historical farm cottage. Non-sharing room option also available on request.
This includes 2 nights accommodation (with rooms serviced daily), all meals, 3 yoga classes, presentation and Q & A with Meg Ruck, use of horses and game vehicle, tips for the staff (they are incredible), and exclusive enjoyment of the 1000 ha farm with its trails, dams, etc.
You’re welcome to bring your own drinks, although they do have a fully stocked bar should you prefer to run your own tab for the weekend.
A 50% deposit is required to confirm your booking, with the balance payable by end of September.
Vino & Vinyasa Retreat, Stellenbosch
Set among the rolling vineyards of Stellenbosch, this soul-soothing weekend is a celebration of movement, stillness, and the simple pleasures of life.
With yoga overlooking the vines, wine tastings, a guided cellar tour, meals at local farms, and a hike into the breathtaking Banhoek Nature Conservancy, this retreat offers the perfect balance of vitality and rest.
Stay in beautiful farm-style accommodation tucked into a lush garden at Camberley Estate, explore the iconic Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden, unwind with a massage, or simply lie low with a book and soak up the serenity.
Originally created for a private group of long-time students and friends, Vino & Vinyasa has become a beloved annual escape.
If you’d like to gather your own group of friends, colleagues, or family, we’ll work with you to create a fully customised retreat experience — shaped by your pace, your preferences, and your shared intention. Yoga, wine, food, art, nature, stillness: the combination is yours to choose.
Please email caitlin@inbalance.net.za to chat more.
Wellness meets Wilderness
Retreat to RiverBend Lodge, Addo
11 to 14 December 2025
Just 72 km from Port Elizabeth, RiverBend Collection and Inbalance Yoga Studio invite you into a private concession within the wild beauty of Addo Elephant National Park. Over four days, immerse yourself in sunrise and sunset yoga, meditation, breathwork, and mindfulness under vast African skies.
Enriching cultural and historical stories are woven through the journey, balanced with sundowners on game drives, spa treatments, meals in the veld, and the luxury of RiverBend - creating a retreat where wellness meets wilderness in the most exceptional way.
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Below is a detailed programme of what you can look forward to.
Thur 11 December
14h00 onwards: Arrival of guests at RiverBend, welcome drinks and settling in
17h00: Opening circle and intention setting, followed by gentle, grounding yoga and breathwork
19h00: Dinner under the stars
Fri 12 December
06h00: Sunrise vinyasa flow overlooking the wilderness
07h45: Breakfast
09h00: Morning game drive with stories of Addo’s wildlife & history
12h00: Lunch at the watering hole and quiet reflection time
14h00: Spa treatments or leisure time to relax at the lodge
16h00: Yin yoga and meditation
17h30: Sunset drive with sundowners
19h30: Dinner and fireside reflection
Saturday 13 December
06h30: Dynamic vinyasa flow and pranayama
08h00: Breakfast
09h00: Guided bush & birding experience
12h00: Lunch and leisure time (pool, spa, journaling)
15h00: Workshop: Breathwork and mindfulness for everyday life
16h00: Restorative yoga
17h00: Sunset safari and sundowners in the bush
19h30: Dinner followed by stargazing circle
Sunday 14 December
06h00: Sunrise, slow flow and meditation
07h45: Closing circle and group reflection
09h00: Breakfast
10h00 onwards: Departure of guests
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Planning your stay:
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Transfers to and from the Port Elizabeth airport can be arranged, on request.
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If you’d like to linger a little longer in the magic of RiverBend, you’re warmly invited to extend your stay. You and any friends or family joining you will receive a 15% discount on standard lodge rates — the perfect way to share your post-retreat glow.
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RiverBend boasts a magnificent spa facility for guests to indulge in luxurious treatments. Kindly note that these will be charged additionally and are not included in the total cost.
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Cancellation terms/flexibility: A 50% deposit is required to secure your place, with the balance due by 11th November. If you are unable to attend, you’re welcome to transfer your booking to a friend or family member (subject to approval by RiverBend and InBalance Yoga Studio). As this is an intimate retreat and the lodge is reserved exclusively for our group, we’re unfortunately unable to offer refunds. Should we need to reschedule due to unforeseen circumstances, all payments will be carried over in full to the new retreat dates.
Cost:
The cost for the retreat is R20 000 pp (sharing) in a beautiful chalet set around a historical farm homestead. Limited non-sharing room options may be available, on request.
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This rate is fully inclusive of your 4-day retreat experience and covers:
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Accommodation: 3 nights of five-star luxury in RiverBend’s elegantly appointed cottages, blending heritage charm with modern comfort.
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Culinary experience: Magnificent dining at the lodge and at special locations in the veld, thoughtfully catered to your dietary preferences.
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Yoga & mindfulness: Twice-daily practices of yoga, meditation, breathwork and mindfulness under the guidance of InBalance Yoga Studio.
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Immersive safari activities: Daily game drives, birding experience, and sundowners in the wild beauty of Addo Elephant National Park.
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Cultural enrichment: Local storytelling and historical insights woven into your time in the bush.
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Beverages: A curated selection of fine wines, spirits, and non-alcoholic options throughout your stay.
Your retreat is designed to be fully inclusive, so once you arrive, everything is taken care of — allowing you to rest deeply, reconnect with yourself, and savour the rare combination of wellness and wilderness.​​​​
Urban Day Retreat, Johannesburg
6th & 7th February 2026
​"At home in the body, at school in the soul" - A gentle two day Urban Retreat, exploring rest, reconnection and resilience.
Join us for a nourishing blend of yoga, breathwork, meditation, creative therapy, healthy meals and meaningful conversation. With a special talk on burnout and mental health from medical doctor Dr Skye Scott and guided practices led by Caity Hird, this is an invitation to come home to yourself - body, mind, and spirit.
The retreat will be held at Inbalance Studio, in Hurlingham on
Fri 6th Feb (10 am to 3 pm) and Sat 7th Feb (9 am to 11 am).
Cost: R2500 per person (50 % deposit). Please enquire for payment plans.
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For more information or to book your experience with us, please email: caitlin@inbalance.net.za or drskye@healthwithheart.co.za
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