Chetana the owner of Yoga for the Soul Retreats is dedicated to the teachings and practices of yoga and meditation as tools to assist you in good-health, self – discovery, transformation and empowerment.
Yoga for the Soul Retreats aims to:
Inspire and empower you with the yogic tools which assist you in living a healthy, joyful and contented life.
In the classes there is an emphasis on cultivating awareness, where students are encouraged to learn about all aspects of their personality by doing so.
A typical Yoga for the Soul Retreat’s class incorporates the practices of:
Asana (postures) to balance the body and mind through the physical body
Pranayama (breathing practices) to purify the energy body
Meditation, mantra and/or Satyananda Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation) to calm and focus the mind.
This integral approach incorporates the whole person, allowing the development and balance of all aspects of one’s being – body, mind, emotions and psyche – creating a more harmonious state of wellbeing.
The teachings taught by Yoga for the Soul Retreats are inspired by the Satyananda Yoga Tradition which are an integral and ever-evolving approach, which adopts the traditional branches of yoga:
Hatha Yoga (the path of cleansing and purification)
Raja Yoga (the path of balancing and harmonising)
Jnana Yoga (the path of knowledge)
Bhakti Yoga (the path of heart and emotion)
Karma Yoga (the path of action and service)
The depth and diversity which Satyananda Yoga offers – taught by Yoga for the Soul Retreats – makes it accessible to everyone, regardless of age, gender, fitness level, flexibility, beliefs and culture.
Yoga for the Soul Retreat’s teachings provide the tools that can be easily integrated into one’s daily life. And the welcoming, supportive and non-competitive environment enables people from all walks of life to enjoy and benefit from the practise of yoga.
You can:
Enjoy a Pop Up 2hour Class at Narrabeen Surf Club every two months on a Monday, more information here
Reconnect with a 2 hour Full Moon Specialty Class
Enjoy a personalised one-on-one, a group or corporate yoga class on Sydney’s Northern Beaches and Lower North Shore
Enrich your life with an Australian, Bali, India or Nepal Retreat
Enjoy a yoga practice which enriches your life and moves beyond just the physical!!
RELAX, REJUVENATE, REJOICE!
A Spiritual Immersion mixed with some Serious You Time
25 September - 1 October 2026 Bali Indonesia
ANCIENT HEALING, AUTHENTIC YOU
An Ayurveda, Yoga and Meditation Retreat In Kerala, India
21 November - 6 December 2026
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RELAX, REJUVENATE, REJOICE!
A Spiritual Immersion mixed with some Serious You Time
29 May - 4 June 2027 Bali Indonesia
There’s something my retreat guests don’t see behind the scenes.
Before I ever bring a group into a retreat space, whether that’s the Himalayas of Nepal, the villages of Bali, the backwaters of Kerala, or a quiet sanctuary one hour out of Sydney, I spend time there first.
A lot of time.
But for many women, it’s not just the weekend. It’s the weeks, the months, the invisible emotional labour that comes with decades of caregiving, career demands, or as women very often do, putting everyone else first.
There’s a quiet fatigue that builds up. A sense that, somehow, you've lost touch with the woman you were before all the lists, the roles, the “shoulds” and “should nots.”
But what if a few days away could actually change something?
Let’s be honest. Most weekends go something like this… race through the laundry, do the family big food shop, half-watch a documentary you’ll never finish, while you scroll Instagram for 20 minutes (okay, 40), and wonder where all the calm people live.
But for many women, it’s not just the weekend. It’s the weeks, the months, the invisible emotional labour that comes with decades of caregiving, career demands, or as women very often do, putting everyone else first.
There’s a quiet fatigue that builds up. A sense that, somehow, you've lost touch with the woman you were before all the lists, the roles, the “shoulds” and “should nots.”
But what if a few days away could actually change something?
There was a time in my life when everything in me was burnt out. Not just tired, but soul weary. I had nothing left to give. My mind was noisy. My body, exhausted. And my spirit... quiet. Too quiet.
I had given everything to others and left little for myself.
Maybe you know that feeling?
And why the answer is usually a gentle and joyful “Yes.”
Over the years, I’ve heard so many women say something like, “I’ve been wanting to do something like this for years, but…”
That “but” is usually followed by one of these very common questions—and I completely understand each one.
Joining a retreat, especially when you don’t know what to expect, can feel like a big step. So I wanted to take a moment to answer the top six questions I get asked the most—honestly, simply, and from the heart.
If you’ve been sitting on the fence, wondering if this is for you, read on…
Every year on 8th March, voices around the world unite to celebrate International Women’s Day—a time to honour the achievements, resilience, and power of women in all their diversities. It’s a day to recognise how far we’ve come, acknowledge the challenges that remain, and recommit to the collective vision that women's rights are, and always will be, human rights.
But beyond the global conversations and activism, this day is also an invitation to pause and reflect: how do we, as women, honour ourselves? How do we reclaim our inner strength, find our voice, and step forward with confidence and clarity?
Holidays are great for unwinding, but Yoga For The Soul Retreats offer a truly profound reset.
With meditation, yoga, breathwork, chanting, sound meditation and more…, these retreats do more than just relax—they leave you with a sense of calm and connection.
Research shows that retreats focused on mindfulness have lasting benefits up to 12 weeks beyond the experience, delivering rejuvenation from the inside out.
If you’re experiencing any of these signs, a retreat may be calling you:
In the fast-paced rhythm of life, it's easy to find yourself dancing to the beat of stress and anxiety.
If your days feel like a never-ending playlist of sleepless nights, a mind on overdrive, and perhaps the occasional reach for that unhealthy snack, trust me, you're not alone.
Let's embark on a journey together, exploring three keys to unlock the door to tranquillity in the midst of life's chaos.
Life has a peculiar tendency to lead you down unexpected detours, leaving you feeling disconnected and lacking motivation. As women, we frequently find ourselves juggling countless responsibilities and commitments.
The challenge lies in striking a balance between our careers, caring for parents and managing our homes, often causing us to stray from our genuine passions and sense of fulfilment. However, there is no need to fret! It is never too late to rekindle your zest for life and embark on a voyage of self-discovery.
In this blog, we will explore why having life goals and purpose is essential and delve into five practical ways to refocus on your goals and passions.

Life has its ups and downs, and there are moments when you can feel so disconnected, unmotivated, and in serious need of a spark to reignite your passion for life.
If you find yourself in such a phase, feeling adrift and seeking mental clarity, let me assure you that you're not alone. Many of us experience these sentiments, and particularly at this time of the year, when we hit the mid-year point and reflect on our accomplishments and reassess our goals.
In this blog, we'll explore the concept of a mid-year reset and its benefits in bringing balance to your mind and reigniting your