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One day pass is $35
Four day pass is $95
at Bellbunya, Sunshine Coast Hinterland.
This is a powerful, no nonsense and ethical, “how-to” of Shamanic Journeying (and worldview) that is accessible to all.
The Way of the Shaman – 2 day experiential workshop in Core Shamanic Practices.
Saturday, November 29 and Sunday 30, 9am – 6 pm daily
Teacher – Gai Anderson, as Guest Faculty for the Foundation for Shamanic Studies – Asia and Pacific (FSS).
The Way of the Shaman is the basic workshop created and well-honed over many years by Michael Harner, anthropologist / Shaman, founder and creator of the FSS. The FSS is an international foundation which supports and facilitates Shamanic practice worldwide.
For beginners and experienced artists. Everyone is welcome! Part of the Straddie Arts Trail.
Learn the skills to create beautiful nature inspired compositions, guided and inspired by Jo Fay Duncan and visiting artist-in-residence Maureen Hansen, on-location at island paradise North Stradbroke Island.
We also offer an opportunity to just join our program if you have your own island accommodation.
We create a sanctuary for your to connect deeply with your creative self, nature and others. offer our guests the chance to share their unique voice with the world – be part of the Straddie Arts Trail.
We welcome solo-women travellers.
You may never have been to the island before, or come to the island regularly.
Come for one retreat or come five times a year to connect with our island community.
Come with friends and family or come alone. We especially welcome solo women travellers.
With North Stradbroke Island being so close to Brisbane, your opportunity to feel rejuvenated and renewed is just a boat ride away.
Whether you have a regular wellbeing practice or are just beginning this is an opportunity to indulge in what you might not have had time to explore, but are interested in experiencing.
We are island residents, artisans, meditation, yoga teachers and healers.
We share a welcoming environment and offer a well considered program to young people and adults young at heart, an opportunity to gather on an island with like minded people.
Pop-up wellbeing workshops, events and gatherings also happen on the island – so check in for news and updates on our socials.
The ancient sand and waters of North Stradbroke Island, is known as Minjerribah or Terrangeri to the Quandamooka Peoples. It is surrounded by the salt waters of the Coral Sea; fresh waters lakes and ecosystems within the island; wet and wild bush land throughout its interior; surrounded by surf beaches and mangroves on the bay side. The island is dense with animals, birds and sea creatures who make themselves known to us in surprising ways.
Jo Fay Duncan “… holds the space with generosity and wisdom that is rare in this time of shadows. She addresses the physical, psychological and spiritual. Highly recommended by me!” Andrea Crosser, Melbourne AU
“Nathan’s voice in and of itself is so cleansing. He holds the room with ceremony and gentle instruction that is truly transfixing.” Student
“It was truly transformative. The serene, nature-filled location provided the perfect backdrop for relaxation and creativity. Jo’s blend of knowledge in relation to both physical and spiritual well-being was incredible. Her passion and genuine care made the retreat unforgettable. I left feeling much better and inspired. Highly recommend this retreat for anyone seeking self-discovery, healing and creative expression” Antonella Riverina, traveller and world citizen.
“Stradbroke Island is such a magical place. It was great to meet locals & share some magic.” Regular island visitor.
Our intention is to activate and ignite your bodies natural ability to heal emotionally & spiritually.
When you return to ordinary reality you will have timeless tools to breathe easy, let go, warm the heart, still the mind and find the flow.
Located 45 mins from Brisbane and then 25 minutes from the mainland and this is an island retreat and nature wonderland, on North Stradbroke Island , AU
We welcome solo women travellers. To book with a friend or partner to share the bed keeps accomodation costs down. Please note that holiday house accommodation options change from retreat to retreat. But in every case we aim for comfy beds, nights under the stars with a fire, good company and shared sunsets.
Camping Options are available! If you are interested in camping and can supply your own tent, join the retreat program for the day
Our retreats are designed to:
Ignite your souls gifts with a range of inspiring workshops and immersive experiences
Connect you with the Elements that surround you
Renew your relationship with you and a deeper sense of inner purpose.
Through our movement, meditations, inspiring workshops and immersive experiences you will feel rejuvenated move forward with a renewed sense of purpose.
Jo Fay Duncan has been facilitating nature based festivals, workshops and events on the island since 2009. Her passion is to bring people who believe in a better world together to share the journey. Her unique island experiences are located on North Stradbroke Island – a nature wonderland so close to Brisbane, with internationally recognised environmental and cultural significance.
Special guests join Jo Fay Duncan in retreat. We pride ourselves on working with guest artists-in-residence each year for our Nature Art Retreats.
Let us nourish your body whilst you nourish your soul.
Our island cuisine is hand made on island with the enticing flavours of the seasons that invoke the senses and flavours of bitter, sweet, salty and more.
Experience foods that nourish the body and help clear the mind. Apart from the health benefits of our foods, we want our guests to know that they are eating foods of consciousness and are contributing to our island culture of sustainability.
We order bulk organic foods to the island to minimalise travel time and packaging. We are island growers and recognise that sustainability is vital for our island community and so by example we compost all food from our commercial kitchens. Our food is grown in syntropic and permaculture systems and willingly share our soil making practices.
After the reading the FAQS below, if you have any final questions – get in touch.
We prefer intimate groups. And our favourite guests are solo women travellers. Seven or eight people by nights and day time we often have island locals join the group activities – just for a bit of spice, and an authentic island experience.
Our preferred holiday houses, give guests the choice of a private bedroom or shared bedroom with single beds to keep prices down. If our accommodation options are not suitable we direct guests to Straddie Camping or Straddie Sales and Rentals to rent their own accommodation and just join our day program.
We have found that providing one shared buffet-style vegetarian meal a day is the best way to manage everyone’s different tastes and food requirements. For the holiday house we provide a box of basics so that guests can do-it-yourself breakfast and dinner. There is a local store for general goods and two restaurants for evening meals. Please do bring your favourite and or foods for those with special dietary requirements.
2pm to 2pm for five day retreats.
Typically 9am – 5pm for day long retreats. But please do check in at Humanitix.
If you are coming from the mainland, you can catch the vehicle ferry over (45 minutes). Due to our secluded location, a bus service will meet some morning and afternoon boats, so please do check times with us. We are a 30 minute drive cross the island.
Pulan Pulan is the Aboriginal name for Amity Point where some of our retreats take place on Quandamooka Country, North Stradbroke Island.
In addition we connect at the Point Lookout Hall also on North Strabbroke Island. So check event venue.
No. But a good old fashioned car pooling will see you get out and about to some awesome locations accessible only by car.
You can bring a car over to the island on the vehicle barge service, or walk on. It is possible to catch a bus to Amity Point, Point Lookout and tourist attractions such as the Gorge Walk and seven surf beaches. We ensure you get the most out of your time on the island.
Yes, but we encourage you to bring your favourite foods with you.
No. But all accommodation is surrounded by nature so BYO insect repellent for time outdoors at dawn or dusk is recommended.
Q. Where is the nearest store?
Amity General Dealers for basic items is a 10 minute walk away from your retreat location. A local coffee shop and fish monger is a five minute walk away. Island style supermarkets are 20 minute drive.
Or travel to Point Lookout is just 20 minutes, and it also has a grocery store, chemist and take-away food outlets.
Q. What should I pack?
Swimming gear, sarong, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, comfortable and light weight clothes, some layers of warm clothing in case it gets cold, walking shoes, thongs, toiletries and any medications or special foods. Pack a journal and any personal writing, art or reading material. Yoga mat if you are so inclined.
Yes. Retreat island cuisine is gluten and dairy free. Being all plant based / vegetarian cuisine this is an opportunity to gather new recipe ideas and eat sustainably. Other than this, special or comfort foods are the responsibility of our guests. There is no coffee or alcohol provided. Bo Beans coffee shop is a few minutes stroll up the road. and the Amity Tavern and Amity Club serve alcohol.
Yes. Please just advise your host of what and where you will be. It is your responsibility to understand the program times.
Yes. If you are camping or hiring your own holiday accommodation we recommend you bring a vehicle or bicycle.
Yes. of course but we recommend you speak directly to accommodation providers like Anchorage at Point Lookout or Allure. Single additional nights are difficult to find on the island and many places have. two night minimum.
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