Thrive Retreats
About
Thrive Retreats is a wellness retreat centre in Colo Heights, NSW, offering science-backed experiences focused on stress relief, relaxation, mindfulness, and personal growth. With over 20 years in the wellness industry, they offer affordable retreats featuring yoga, meditation, sound healing, and nourishing meals. This is not a weight loss retreat; it is a general wellness and stress management retreat.
“Live like you mean it. Thrive.”
Programs Offered
Stress Less Retreat
A weekend retreat designed for calm, clarity, and rejuvenation through mindfulness practices, guided relaxation techniques, restorative activities including yoga, African drumming, and nourishing meals.
The Midweek Reset
A 5-day grounded and practical retreat focused on clarity, rhythm, and nervous system reset. Includes morning rituals, whole-food meals, workshops on wellness and creativity, and facilitated sessions.
Learn to Meditate
A 1-day program guiding participants through proven relaxation practices and meditation techniques.
The Nourishment Circle: Cooking & Connection
A 1-day retreat where cooking meets connection. Learn simple, nourishing recipes, explore mindful food practices, and share a wholesome feast in Thrive's peaceful bushland setting.
Your Next Chapter: Exploring Business & Beyond
A 1-day retreat to pause, reflect, and reimagine your future. Explore fresh business ideas, shape a simple concept, and leave with clarity, energy, and a personalised path forward.
A Typical Day
Everything on the program is optional. You're welcome to do as much or as little as you like.
Activities & Fitness
Meals & Nutrition
Whole-food meals — fruits, veggies, natural sugars, minimal processed carbs
The Team
A group of passionate, experienced practitioners with over 20 years in the wellness industry, with expertise spanning yoga to rhythmic meditation.
Athil Singh
Owner / Facilitator
Pete Smith
Facilitator
Natalie Ristoski
Yoga Facilitator / Studio Owner
Guest Experiences
“A welcoming and blissful time awaits you on this beautiful property! Between the delicious meals, deep relaxation, and the local frogs in their sound baths... Thrive is it!”
“We had the best time on this beautiful property! Delicious, hearty meals, meditation, yoga and sound healing sessions, and deep relaxation surrounded by the sound of local frogs! Can't wait to come back, thank you Thrive Retreats.”
“All the teachers and volunteers were lovely and welcoming, no experience needed just bring yourself and settle into what is a truly magical experience spending a longer time. I got so much out of my stay, a mix of yoga, meditation and free time to spend connecting with the surrounding nature.”
Pricing
From $99AUD
Included:
Quick Facts
Facilities
Peaceful bushland setting
Medical & Safety
Results
Years operating
20 years
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