2024 Body Harmony One Month Retreat

2024 Body Harmony One Month Retreat

Welcome to the 2024 Body Harmony One Month Retreat, guided by experienced teachers Duncan Hogg & Gina Carruthers, with additional support from teacher and practitioner Brendan Allen.

Body Harmony

Body Harmony is a holistic, hands-on bodywork system that taps in to your natural wisdom, bridging the gap between where you are now and where you aspire to be. If you would like to learn more about Body Harmony, please click here. To gain a deeper understanding of the ‘Core Principals’ of this work, click here. Furthermore, you can explore the Body Harmony Association’s ‘Code of Ethics’ by clicking here.

Certified Teachers

Brendan Allen, Gina Carruthers and Duncan Hogg are all certified and current teachers of Body Harmony through the reputable Body Harmony Association Inc (BHA). Collectively, they possess over one hundred years of experience in this field.

Transform & Embody

If you are seeking an environment that nurtures personal transformation, allowing you to shed unwanted habits and embrace  what truly matters to you, continue reading.

Three Participation Options

The One Month Retreat, commencing Sunday, September 8, 2024, offers 3 participation options:

• 1.) 3-Day Option : September 8 – September 10, 2024

Ideal for those seeking a taste of the work without committing to the longer formats. These three days will introduce you to the basics of Body Harmony. Please note that spaces are limited. Contact Duncan with any questions. Class time: 20 hours.

• 2.) 11-Day Option : September 8 – September 20

If you wish to delve deeper into the practice and enhance your wellbeing, but prefer a shorter commitment, this option is designed for you. Immerse yourself in the technical learning aspects while experiencing the continuous benefits of stress reducing, liberating bodywork in the unique Body Harmony style. The course consists of 3 blocks of in-class sessions, the second and third blocks lasting four days, with a day-long break between each block.

• 3.) One Month Option : September 8 – October 8 (24 Class Days)

For those seeking a comprehensive and transformative experience our One Month option provides a profound journey through Body Harmony. This extended retreat is ideal for individuals committed to both personal growth and gaining in-depth knowledge of the practice.  A limited amount of on-site, luxury accommodation is available at reduced rates for participants of this full Month option at Alaya Verde B&B. A limited number of camping options also exist in the grounds of Alaya Verde.

The Teachers

Duncan Hogg – Duncan Hogg has an extensive background in teaching and practising Body Harmony®. He is currently the longest standing Body Harmony teacher in the world and has presented and organised classes in 13 different countries over the last 39 years. He is the director of Health In Perspective Pty Ltd, current president of the BHA, and the director of the Alaya Verde retreat in Queensland, Australia. Duncan studied and collaborated extensively with the late Dr Don McFarland, – the founder of Body Harmony – until his passing in 2015. Duncan is a father, a grandfather and continues to be blessed by a wonderful and fulfilling marriage to his wife and life partner Gina Carruthers.

Gina Carruthers BSc – Gina Carruthers has a background in psychology, nature based healing, and wellness. Her background in Body Harmony® runs over 4 decades, sharing a close working collaboration with the founder, Dr Don McFarland. Her continued enthusiasm stems from the value Body Harmony has provided over those years. Gina is an experienced practitioner and teacher, offering valuable feedback, insight and support. Gina is the director of Health In Perspective Pty Ltd and the owner/director of Alaya Verde retreat where the program is held in Queensland, Australia.

With guest teachers Brendan Allen.

Click on the names above to email any questions you may have about participation.

What To Expect

• Improved function (breathing, walking, digesting, thinking, sensing)
• Improved regulation of your nervous system
• Beneficial postural transformation
• Increased awareness and mindful observation
• Increased sense of wellbeing and facility
• Improved bodywork soft tissue skills and touch development

Becoming A Practitioner

The BHA sets the standards, guidelines and curriculum for Practitioner Certification in Body Harmony. Body Harmony is a registered trademark in Australia and the EU. To read more, or download the curriculum, please click here.

 

 ‘Alaya Verde’: Where The Body Harmony One Month Retreat is Held

‘Alaya Verde’ is a privately owned 42 acre Noosa hinterland retreat and the location of the One Month Body Harmony Retreat. It is located approximately 15 minutes drive north-west of central Noosa.

Participants have the additional benefits of being on the doorstep of one of Australia’s most unspoilt natural settlements, Noosa. With the iconic beaches, the Noosa River & Lakes, and everything else that the Noosa Shire has to offer – it’s a paradise found.

Location, Dates, Times & Prices.

 

Location: The Noosa Hinterland, Queensland, Australia – Alaya Verde.

Dates: September 8 – October 8, 2024

We begin the day with awareness exercises: meditation-movement-breathing exercises that build as the retreat progresses. Each segment has a portion of the day emphasising how to read the postures of emotional issues within oneself and others. Each day involves hands-on components where participants rotate between being client and practitioner.

Class Hours

Early Morning Breath and Movement Session – 6:30 am – 7:30 am

Morning Session – 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

Afternoon Session – 1:45 pm – 4:30 pm

• 3 Day Option : September 8 – September 10, 2024

Investment: Early registration (May 15, 2024) A$660  / Regular A$770

• 11 Day Option : September 8 – September 20

Investment: Early registration (May 15, 2024) A$2195  / Regular A$2395

• One Month Option : September 8 – October 8 (24 in Class Days)

Investment: Early registration (May 15, 2024) A$4395  / Regular A$4795

Reviewers* Early registration (May 15, 2024) A$3895 / Regular A$4145

 

Assisting, Part Scholarship

There currently exists 1 place available for an assistant to this event. Interested parties can email Duncan to discover more about this reduced tuition/work exchange based option. A commitment is required for the full month. Part scholarships are limited and selectively available and are considered on an individual basis. Again contact Duncan or Gina to discuss this option.

A $375.00 deposit* will secure your place for option 1, 2 or 3.

Payment plans available. All outstanding balances due by September 1, 2024.

Make A Secure, Online Reservation Today

Click the ‘Buy Now’ button below to place your deposit or use the Wise link below.

‘Wise‘ allows funds transfers from overseas locations at very reasonable prices. Contact Duncan for account details to make a transfer using Wise.

Upon receipt of your deposit we will forward you a confirmation letter and receipt of payment.* Non-refundable, non transferable. All prices are gst inclusive.