CONNECT.MOVE.CREATE.

DAY RETREATS - NORTHERN RIVERS

A Day Retreat Series for Women to Reconnect, Express, and Rise

This is your invitation to pause the outside world and come home to yourself.


Each month at Rise Temple, we gather for a sacred day of slow breathwork, feminine movement, nourishing food, and soulful creative expression — held in nature, in sisterhood, and in presence.

Let the rhythm of your breath guide you.
Let your body remember.
Let your creativity flow from a place that feels true.

Our next retreat is now open for bookings:

AWAKEN THE GODDESS WITHIN

with guest award-winning ceramicist Leisa Russell


DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED
Includes: Breathwork · Movement · Sculpture Workshop Nourishing Lunch · Infrared Sauna

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A collection of abstract clay sculptures resembling elongated figures with rounded heads and flowing forms in earthy tones.
Rise Temple logo. Geometric art pattern with overlapping circles and triangular lines.

YOUR DAY OF CONNECTION, MOVEMENT & CREATION

Each part of this retreat has been lovingly curated to guide you deeper into presence, expression, and embodiment. With only 10 places available, this intimate experience offers personalised care and a sacred, deeply held container for every woman who attends.

Through guided breathwork, creative movement, and soulful art-making, you’ll journey inward — anchored in stillness, breath, and the beauty of your inner world. You'll be invited to walk the serene grounds in silence, rest beside the dam and its gently running water, and soak in the sacredness of the land that holds you.

This is not just a retreat — it’s a return to self. A quiet homecoming to the woman within.

A woman lies on a pillow doing breathwork with her eyes closed, receiving a forehead massage during a sound therapy session, with candles and plants in the background.
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MORNING SCHEDULE…

10:00am
Guided breathwork meditation to anchor presence and open the heart

11:00am
Tea break to ground, connect with the land, and prepare the body for movement

11:20am
She Rises Within – A 40-minute breath-led journey into feminine embodiment, ancestral remembrance, and creative awakening

This signature movement practice is a powerful invitation to return to the body through breath and rhythm. Guided by soft tribal and ancestral sounds, we blend intuitive movement with gentle, heart-led choreography—awakening the strength, softness, and stillness of the feminine within.

Rooted in Amanda’s heritage of Antigua, Jamaica, and deep African lineage, this offering invites you to remember who you are beneath the noise. It’s a space to embody the pulse of your breath, your story, and your soul—free from judgement or expectation.

Still. Powerful. Breath-led. A sacred feminine reclamation through movement.

➡︎ COMING SOON

THE AFTERNOON…

12:00pm – 1:00pm
Break for a nourishing lunch and herbal refreshments, with time to rest and connect in the garden or by the fire, depending on the season.

1:15pm – 4:15pm
Creative Workshop – an immersive, hands-on experience to express and embody what has been stirred to the surface through breath and movement.

Each month features a different creative theme guided by guest facilitators.

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THE SOFTENING SPACE

Now including use of our new Infra-red Sauna. During the afternoon session, each guest will receive a dedicated 15–20 minute time slot to enjoy the deeply restorative benefits of the sauna. This is a gentle invitation to pause, soften, and allow the day’s process to integrate, through warmth, stillness, and presence.

➡︎ COMING SOON

ENJOY THE SERENITY OF THE LAND…

  • Room set up for meditation or yoga with black mats, white bolsters, and pillows, open to a view of a lush garden with plants and trees. Rise Temple Wellness Retreat Centre Byron Bay Studio.

  • A lush green forest scene with a small waterfall and a stream surrounded by dense vegetation and trees. Rise Temple Wellness Retreat Centre Byron Bay Grounds.

  • Wooden footbridge with rope railing crossing a small patch of muddy ground in a lush green jungle or forest. Rise Temple Wellness Retreat Centre Byron Bay Grounds.

  • Yellow and green apples growing on a tree in a lush garden with two white chairs in the background. Rise Temple Wellness Retreat Centre Byron Bay Grounds.

  • An old rusty wheelbarrow filled with small sticks on a gravel path beside a pond with lush green vegetation. Rise Temple Wellness Retreat Centre Byron Bay Grounds.

  • An old rusty water pump connected to a large basin in a garden surrounded by green plants and foliage. Rise Temple Wellness Retreat Centre Byron Bay Grounds.

  • Black ornate metal garden chair and round table on gravel surrounded by lush green tropical plants. Rise Temple Wellness Retreat Centre Byron Bay Grounds.

  • A peaceful pond surrounded by green foliage with three ducks swimming in the water. Rise Temple Wellness Retreat Centre Byron Bay Grounds.

  • Rise Temple Wellness Retreat Centre Byron Bay Grounds. Two-story retreat centre with white siding, surrounded by green trees and a well-maintained lawn.

  • A room with meditation mats, bolsters, and cushions arranged on a wooden floor, with curtains and a sliding glass door leading outside to a garden with trees and a wooden table. Rise Temple Wellness Retreat Centre studio Byron Ba.y

  • Outdoor wooden table with two benches in a lush green garden, surrounded by various plants and trees. Rise Temple Wellness Retreat Centre Byron Bay Grounds.

  • Pink roses blooming in a garden with green grass and lush trees in the background. Rise Temple Wellness Retreat Centre Byron Bay Grounds.

  • Garden scene with lush green plants, a large curved tree branch overhead, a small purple mushroom ornament, and a black wrought iron table with matching chairs on a gravel patch. Rise Temple Wellness Retreat Centre Byron Bay Grounds.

  • Two white wicker chairs in a lush green garden surrounded by plants and rocks. Rise Temple Wellness Retreat Centre Byron Bay Grounds.

SUNDAY JULY 6 RETREAT

AWAKEN THE GODDESS WITHIN DAY RETREAT TO INCLUDE

Inner Goddess - Hand Building in Clay workshop with award-winning artist Leisa Russell

A modern sculpture of a sitting dog painted with blue and black drips, placed in a garden with green plants and bamboo fencing behind it.
A woman with long wavy hair, wearing a white sleeveless top and a dark green skirt, stands in a room with wooden flooring, surrounded by various plants, furniture, and art pieces. She is smiling and resting her hand on a white wooden chair with blue floral pattern upholstery.
Two Art Deco-style ceramic sculptures of female figures with black and orange crackle-glaze finish, elongated forms and stylized features, standing side by side.

This opening retreat features a deeply empowering 3-hour clay masterclass guided by Leisa Russell, who brings over 30 years of experience in ceramic art. In this intimate session, women will be invited to reconnect with their inner goddess through the sacred art of hand-building.

This is more than a class—it's a ceremony of remembrance.

Included:

  • Use of clay tools on the day

  • All materials, including clay

  • Firing service for completed works

Come home to yourself through touch, breath, and creation.

INVESTMENT

This intimate retreat includes:

  • Guided breathwork and meditation

  • A signature movement practice, She Rises Within

  • A soulful, hands-on creative workshop

  • Herbal tea and refreshments throughout the day

  • A restorative, healing lunch – A nutrient-rich and balancing meal lovingly prepared by Station22 Café, featuring turmeric coconut dahl, brown rice, coconut yoghurt, and probiotic salad.

  • All creative materials (when applicable)

The full-day retreat experience is $222 per person + bf
Afterpay is available with 4 installments of $55.50 payable over 8 weeks.

Come spend the day breathing, moving, and creating among soulful women in the still beauty of Rise Temple.

➡︎ COMING SOON

A bowl of yellow curry with rice garnished with cilantro, served with a side salad and a glass of lemon water on a wooden table.

Turmeric coconut dahl, brown rice, coconut yoghurt, and probiotic salad.

Made lovingly by Gabrielle Howard of Station22 Cafe Upper Burringbar.

A SACRED CLOSING INVITATION

If you’re feeling the call to reconnect—with your body, your breath, your creativity, and the deeper truth within—this retreat is your invitation to return home to yourself.

Come breathe. Come create. Come rise in sisterhood.

Let this day be a quiet remembering—of your strength, your softness, and the sacred beauty that lives within you.

➡︎ COMING SOON

  • “My journey with Amanda was truly something special, she made me feel so safe and comfortable. She helped to push me out of my comfort zone and the whole experience was incredibly empowering and healing. It’s unbelievable how much lighter and more balanced I felt after my journey with her, she is such a blessing x”

    ~ Zoe F, Robina, QLD Australia

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  • “Breathwork with Amanda was calming and I felt that I needed to calm down a bit from my mental speed and pace. To release into the body and feel more meditative. It was like a meditation practice but guided... so more closely attuned to the sensations in the body, and slowing down the breath which is a huge stress release... for me anyway!”

    ~ Christian M, Kingscliff, NSW Australia

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  • “I have been to a few different breathwork before but THIS ONE with Amanda Jane was above and beyond. I Have managed to get out of the thought mind very quickly and had an intense journey. Amanda's soothing voice and amazing guidance helped me dive deep and heal on the subconscious level. I Strongly recommend Amanda Jane and her breathwork facilitation.”

    ~ Mark O, Currumbin, QLD Australia

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  • “I truly loved this experience! It helped me to understand where I am at in my peri-menopause journey. The information provided by Amanda (naturopath) and Stephanie (nutritionist) was so helpful. It really gave me a well rounded understanding of what I can do to minimise any symptoms. The lunch was fresh and delicious. Lastly, the breathwork and sound experience with Amanda Jane was out of this world. I was transported to many places. Using the noise cancelling headphones kept the whole experience very personal. Thank you so much x”

    ~Sarah, Pottsville, NSW Australia

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  • “It was a great experience, confronting at times but was good for my body to release emotions and feelings it had been holding on to for far too long. I would highly recommend.”

    ~ Bec, Northern Rivers, NSW Australia

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  • “I loved my experience of regenerative breathwork with Amanda Jane. I felt comfortable and supported throughout and really appreciated the content shared. The music was gorgeous and Amanda Jane's voice is lovely and soothing as she guided us in the practice. I haven't used wireless headphones with breathwork before - Wow! Having the music and Amanda Jane's voice so clear and close added another dimension to the practice and allowed me to really focus and connect deeply. I highly recommend Amanda Jane's regenerative Breathwork journey and look forward to doing another one soon!”

    ~ Michelle G, Kingscliff, NSW Australia

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  • “My Breathwork session was excellent. Amanda provided me with a very good introduction, explanation, and preparation, making me feel completely safe, at ease, and well-guided throughout the entire session. Her approach is mindful and professional, leaving a lasting impression. I highly recommend anyone to experience a Breathwork session with Amanda, as it brings about amazing sensations that can lead to tangible and intangible positive changes on a mental and physical level. Whatever the outcome, I feel it's a transformative experience to be embraced. Thank you again Amanda”

    ~ Damien R, Byron Bay, NSW Australia

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  • “Amanda’s space was welcoming on entry and I felt held, heard and nurtured by the experience every step of the way. I have immediately noticed this journey’s benefits with my feeling of been grounded and regulated and in my power to co regulate. This is what the world needs now! ~

    Maxine G, Crabbes Creek, NSW Australia

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  • “I had read about Breathwork in many Sunday supplements, and how it could ease the feeling of being overwhelmed in menopause. Rather than blindly reacting, it was time to respond to the challenges I was facing and give this a go. I prepared my comfy nest and connected to the other side of the World from London where Amanda Jane lead me and other women softly into our journeys. It wasn’t long before I had found my rhythm, mesmerising music danced in an out of my conscience, whilst Amanda Jane’s guidance was beautifully paced. Wow! My body was paying attention with a sensation of calm and connection. The inner peace and wellbeing my body felt measured how wonderful this session was and a sense of personal transformation. I can see now why this practice is praised as a tool to relieve mental, physical, and emotional tension. So much so that I want to do this again! ”

    ~ Carol M, London, UK

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  • “Amanda created such a safe and welcoming environment. It was beautiful and I could see she had put a lot of thought into getting the room just right. Her energy was so safe and nurturing. I have been a smoker for many years and since the session with Amanda I have had 1 cigarette (normally 10-15+ a day) I felt she was able to help me make a major breakthrough. I felt safe and I feel she has an incredible gift as a healer.”

    ~ Sophia S, Cabarita, NSW Australia

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