The Birth of Rise Temple Retreat: A Sanctuary for the Soul

Tucked in the emerald hills of the Northern Rivers, nestled between the wild spirit of the Byron Bay hinterland and the hum of the Gold Coast, Rise Temple Retreat was born not from a plan—but from a calling.

I had long dreamt of creating a place where healing was not just possible, but inevitable. A breathwork retreat, yes—but also something deeper. A sacred space where people could slow down and return to the wisdom that lives inside their breath. A space where time softens, and the world feels kind again.

For years, I whispered prayers into the earth, imagining a home that would hold others the way the land had always held me. When I first stepped foot on this property in Upper Burringbar, something stirred—like the land already knew me. Surrounded by flowing water, dams, native bush, and open skies, this place didn’t need to be built—it simply needed to be remembered.

And so, Rise Temple came to life.

We opened our doors in April 2025, welcoming our first guests into a deeply personal retreat experience. Unlike larger centres, Rise Temple is intentionally intimate. This is not just a retreat Byron Bay or a wellness retreat Northern NSW—it is a temple for breath, for presence, and for remembering who you are beneath the noise.

Each offering—whether a day retreat, overnight stay, or one of our signature breathwork retreats—begins and ends with the breath. We practise slow breathwork, a gentle yet powerful path to nervous system regulation, emotional release, and reconnection with the still point within. It is here that deep healing begins, not through force, but through softness.

The space itself is known as The Calm Space—a light-filled sanctuary where the walls seem to breathe with you. Overlooking trees, water, and sky, it holds our weekly classes, creative retreats, NDIS-supported sessions, and private immersions. Yes, Rise Temple proudly supports both self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants, offering tailored experiences under Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living and Innovative Community Participation. Our mindfulness and breathwork sessions are gentle, inclusive, and deeply attuned to individual needs.

Guests often tell us that coming here feels like stepping into another world—a world where they can finally exhale.

And that is exactly the point.

This is not just a mindfulness retreat Byron Bay, a healing retreat Northern Rivers, or a spiritual retreat Gold Coast—it is a return to simplicity. A coming home to self. We honour the rhythm of the land, the sacred nature of the breath, and the gentle unfolding of each guest's unique journey. Whether you're seeking a retreat near Byron Bay, a breathwork retreat Gold Coast, or simply a moment to pause—we welcome you with open arms and soft presence.

This is Rise Temple.

A place to rise, not through effort—but through stillness.

With Love,

Amanda Jane

Founder | Certified Breath & Mindfulness Coach