RESTORE & REBUILD Retreat
You've been meaning to take a break - This is the one worth taking.
A weekend of guided movement, recovery therapies, and genuine rest at a stunning Riverina venue. Created by experienced Pilates, manual therapy, and breathwork professionals for those who give everything to everyone else. Whether you're new to Pilates or already committed to your practice, this retreat meets you where you are.
Whitton Malt House || 2 nights || 3 days ||
Limited to 16 guests
OCTOBER 23rd - 25th 2026
WHY this retreat?
Designed for Real Life, Not Escape
Many retreats promise relaxation. This one delivers practical restoration you can take home with you.
The Restore & Rebuild Retreat has been created by experienced Pilates, manual therapy and breathwork professionals. It is grounded in gentle and effective movement, recovery therapies, and achievable wellness strategies. Combined, these practices and therapies will support busy lives, demanding careers and family responsibilities
You will leave with:
Improved strength and mobility
Reduced physical tension
Greater body awareness
A calmer nervous system
A quieter mind
Tools to manage stress, recovery and lymphatic health
Renewed motivation for your wellbeing
You keep saying you’ll take a break……. but life keeps filling the space.
This retreat forces the pause your body has been asking for.
01 / Premium accommodation
You will be staying in the gorgeous, spacious, waterside villas for ultimate comfort and rest.
02 / Expert Facilitation
Led by experienced professionals who bring both life and clinical experience, capable of holding space, encouraging movement, and guiding progress with clear purpose.
03 / Collaborative Energy
Connection is a core part of the process. You’ll learn just as much from the group as from the content and activities themselves.
What’s Included
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Mat & equipment Pilates (reformer) for strength & mobility
Your choice of remedial massage or manual lymphatic drainage treatments
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Guided breathwork sessions
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Guided sound bath
4
Nourishing shared meals
5
Accommodation at the retreat venue waterside villas
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Access to compression suits
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Time to rest, connect or explore
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A Space to reset
Hosted at the amazing Whitton Malt House, in NSW's beautiful, productive Riverina region. This retreat combines comfort, calm surroundings and thoughtfully designed spaces for movement and relaxation.
Set on manicured grounds, the Whitton Malt House is a destination venue in the heart of the Riverina. Paddock-to-plate dining, whisky tastings at sunset, lakeside villas, and sculpted gardens.
Guests have private access to the conference room, wine cellar for evening meals, and the homestead. Your villas overlook the lake with their own verandah and BBQ. The environment supports focus, connection and recovery, creating the ideal setting for stepping away from routine and prioritising your wellbeing.
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Who should attend?
This retreat is ideal for:
Busy professionals needing structured reset time
Parents who prioritise everyone else first and need time away from home to rest & restore
Pilates clients wanting deeper progression and coordination of body and mind.
Anyone needing to invest in physical and mental restoration.
No elite fitness level is required as all needs and abilities are catered for. A willingness to participate and care for yourself is all that is needed.
Intentionally small
To ensure personalised attention and high-quality instruction. This allows meaningful guidance rather than crowded group sessions
Limited to 16 guests
Limit of 8 participants in each Pilates class
1 Remedial Massage or Lymphatic Massage provided during retreat - selection made at time of booking
Meet your facilitators
Alisha Clarke
Diploma of Pilates Instruction (studio/mat/reformer Pilates)
Special interest in hypermobility, perimenopause and supporting lymphatic health
Sound bath facilitator
Dave Clarke
Diploma of Remedial Massage
Advanced qualifications in prenatal massage, dry needling, functional joint mobility + more
Special interest in holistic care with a client centred approach for best client outcomes
Itinerary
Day 1 - friday 23rd october
Arrive & Settle
Arrive from 2pm for a warm welcome and light refreshments, then unwind with a gentle Pilates mat class. In the evening, enjoy dinner in our private wine cellar followed by a guided Breathwork session to promote deep, restorative rest. End the night relaxed and refreshed in your cosy bed.
DAY 2 - saturday 24th october
move, restore, rebuild
Wake up in a comfortable room surrounded by landscaped gardens, then start with a calming mat Pilates class overlooking the lake. Spend the morning at your pace - rest, read, stroll the grounds, or book a remedial or lymphatic massage. Enjoy a nourishing lunch in the private dining room, followed by a siesta and an optional ice bath for recovery. In the late afternoon, choose from two reformer/studio Pilates classes focused on strength and mobility. Finish the day with a wholesome dinner and a calming sound bath for a restful night’s sleep.
DAY 3 - Sunday 25th october
Integrate & carry forward
Our final day begins with an energising equipment Pilates class, followed by a nourishing breakfast with lake views. We close with practical, gentle strategies to integrate these skills into daily life. You’ll leave by 11am with a clear toolkit to prevent burnout and support ongoing calm and renewal.
Investment
Choose your room
Private villa
2 available
$2495
King Bed
Entire villa to yourself
Private kitchenette, bathroom and balcony
BBQ on your own balcony
All retreat inclusions
Including GST
$500 deposit payable on booking
Private room in shared villa
4 available
$2195
King bed in your own private room
Share a villa with up to 2 other guests
Shared kitchenette, bathroom and balcony (incl. BBQ)
All retreat inclusions
Including GST
$500 deposit payable on booking
Private villa (twin share)
1 available
$2095 (per person)
King Bed (shared with your friend/partner)
Entire villa to yourselves
Private kitchenette, bathroom and balcony
BBQ on your own balcony
All retreat inclusions
Including GST -
$500 deposit each payable on booking
Twin room in a shared villa
4 available
$1895 per person
2 King Single beds in a shared room
Share a 2 bedroom villa (other room has 1 guest)
Shared kitchenette, bathroom and balcony
All retreat inclusions
Including GST
$500 deposit each payable on booking
Feeling Hesitant?
That’s Completeley Normal
For many of us, the hesitation isn’t about Pilates. It’s about taking time away. Spending money on themselves. Stepping into something unfamiliar. Being seen.
But here’s the truth - your nervous system, body, mind and soul need space to reset, to restore.
You cannot pour from an empty cup.
If your cup is bone dry this is for you!
This retreat is not about how your body looks.
In fact, that is the least interesting thing about you.
What matters is how you move through your life.
How strong and supported you feel in your body.
How steady your nervous system feels.
How comfortably you exist within yourself.
There is no expectation to be fitter, leaner, more flexible or more experienced. Movement will be adaptable. Participation is optional. Rest is encouraged.
If you’re feeling a mix of excitement and nerves, that’s often a sign that something important is waiting for you on the other side.
You are allowed to take up space.
You are allowed to be cared for.
You are allowed to restore before you burn out.
And you will be warmly welcomed exactly as you are
Priority Access
Opening 28th March 2026 - register now
Join the priority list to:
Receive first booking access
Access earlybird pricing
Secure limited availability
For any questions, concerns or further details please email here
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is this retreat designed for?
This retreat is ideal for :
Busy professionals needing structured reset time.
Parents who prioritise everyone else first and need time away from home to rest and restore
Pilates clients wanting deeper progression and co-oridination of body and mind
Anyone needing to invest in phyiscial and mental restoration
Do I need Pilates experience?
No experience is needed as we cater to all abilities. We will be using equipment in some of the classes and some previous experience is helpful but not necessary - these classes are optional.
Can beginners attend?
Of course, we will be sending out a client intake form upon booking asking about any previous experience. We are then able to tailor the classes to your needs and group you with similar abilities.
What if I have injuries or limitations?
These will all be taken into consideration when programming for the class. If it is little niggles or certain movements that require modification, we do this daily. We are also able to adjust for pregnancy and or/postpartum. If you have something more limiting i.e broken bone, recent surgery etc. please contact us to discuss prior to booking.
What’s included in the price?
All accommodation, breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks, some beverages with meals, access to all Pilates equipment and scheduled classes, 1 x remedial massage OR manual lymphatic drainage massage, sound bath, access to ice bath and compression suits.
What’s not included in the price?
Transport to and from the venue, most alcoholic beverages and any barista made coffee. Any additional massage treatments (if time allows)
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What accommodation options are available?
Private villa - Solo - King bed
Private villa - twin share - sharing King bed with a close friend or loved one.
Private room (king bed) in a 2 bedroom villa
Twin share room (2 x king singles) in a 2 bedroom villa
Can I come alone?
Of course you can, we find that people really relax and enjoy themselves around other like minded individuals. There are several private room options available.
How are room shares allocated?
Our twin-share rooms are initially reserved for two participants booking together (friends, sisters, etc.) who are happy to share.
If any twin-share rooms remain after the first month of bookings, we will open them to individuals who are attending solo. In this case, we will thoughtfully pair you with another solo guest.
If you are booking on your own and would like to share once these rooms become available, simply let us know and we’ll add you to the shared room list.
What are the bathroom arrangements?
All villas have one bathroom, dining/kitchen and deck with seating and BBQ. For those sharing a two bedroom villa, the facilities will be shared with up to 2 other people.
Do we have sole use of the venue?
Whitton Malt house is a very large facility with many villas, camping and caravan sites and fully functioning restaurant. With only 16 attendees we are unable to book out the entire venue. We do have private access to the conference room, wine cellar (for evening meals), and the homestead, plus your villa.
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What does a typical day look like?
Each day follows a nourishing and balanced rhythm:
Morning movement
Relaxed breakfast
Free time to rest or explore
Scheduled remedial massage or lymphatic drainage therapy
Lunch together
Afternoon movement session
Shared dinner
Evening sound bath or breathwork
The full itinerary is outlined above, and all activities are optional. This is your time to restore - participate fully or take the space you need.
Is there downtime?
Yes, you will have plenty of time to read your favourite book, explore the cotton gin, take a walk, play some golf, fish, sample some beverages, nap and daydream.
Are activities compulsory?
Everything is optional at the retreat although we strongly suggest that you try the carefully curated activities, to get the most wholesome experience.
Is alcohol included in the retreat?
We will be providing some table wine for the evening meals , however if you wish to sample any of the alcohol at Whitton Malt House outside of these times, that is a personal decision and will be at your own expense.
What should I bring?
A few comfortable outfits to move your body in ( no matching sets needed, just something comfy and easy to to move in)
Smart casual clothes for dinner
Swimwear
Hat & sunscreen
Bug repellant
Book
Pyjamas
Any snacks you wish to keep in your villa fridge
Your positive and open minded self!!
What type of Pilates classes are on offer?
We will be running a combination of mat Pilates, reformer and small apparatus Pilates (Pilates chair, foam roller and ball)
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How do I book?
1. Register for early access
Early access registrations are now open. Those who register will receive priority booking at the end of March.2. Receive your booking link
If you’ve registered for early access, you’ll be emailed a private booking link when the page goes live.3. Secure your place
A non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking:
• $500 per person
• $1,000 for twin-share rooms (one person books and arranges reimbursement from their roommate)4. General release
Once early access rooms are filled, pricing will increase and remaining rooms will be released to the general public.All bookings will be made directly through our website.
What is the payment schedule?
Initial $500 non-refundable deposit to be paid upon booking.
50% of balance charged on 3rd July 2026 (auto charged) and remainder on 18th September 2026 (auto charged).
Payment via direct deposit also available with an option provided at checkout
Cancellation policy
We understand that plans can change. As this is a small, limited-capacity retreat, the following policy applies:
Deposit
• A $500 per person deposit is required at booking
• Deposits are non-refundableCancellations more than 30 days before the retreat
• Payments made beyond the deposit will be refunded
• Deposit remains non-refundableCancellations within 30 days of the retreat
• No refunds will be issued
• You are welcome to transfer your booking to another personIf you are unable to attend, it is your responsibility to find a replacement. Once confirmed, we are happy to transfer the booking to the new participant.
If we need to cancel
In the unlikely event that we must cancel the retreat, you will receive a full refund of all monies paid, including your deposit.
Travel insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect against unexpected changes.
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How do I get to the retreat?
Transport to the venue is your own responsbility. Public transport to the venue is limited as it is a regional location.
From Sydney/Melbourne
fly to Griffith NSW and taxi/ride share to Whitton Malt House (10Km from Whitton town centre)
Train or Coach to Nerranderra, Leeton or Griffith NSW see transport NSW and taxi/ride share remainder to trip.
If you are have a vehicle and wish to drive to the venue please see below for approximate times:
Melbourne VIC - 5hrs
Sydney NSW 6 hrs 30 mins
Canberra ACT 4 hrs 20 mins
Albury 2hrs 40 mins
Wagga Wagga - 1 hr 45 mins
Griffith NSW 35 mins
Narrandera NSW 40 mins
What time does it start on the first day?
You will be able to access your rooms from approx 2pm, however if you wish to attend earlier, lunch can be purchased inside the function centre. Feel free to explore the grounds.
We will have a relaxed mingle/afternoon tea and welcome at 3pm Friday 23rd October 2026. Our first Pilates session will begin at 4pm.
What time does the retreat conclude?
After checking out of our accommodation, we will have a final group activity concluding approx 11am . If you need to leave prior to this for transport reasons please do so.