Our Pillars
Our Pillars
Four pillars shape everything we create at Retreat Yourself. Together, they’re the foundation of the village, offering a weekend where you can move your body, feed your curiosity, nourish yourself and dance it all out under the stars.
However you choose to spend your time, each pillar is an invitation to explore, connect and come home to yourself.
Yoga & Movement
Move, stretch, sweat and reconnect with your body.
Yoga and movement are at the heart of the Retreat Yourself experience, with a diverse schedule of classes, workshops and experiences led by teachers and movement practitioners from across South Africa and beyond.
Start your morning with yoga or aerial yoga, wake up with Secret Sunrise or Qi Gong, join a Pilates, Sculpt or fitness session, or try a movement practice you’ve never experienced before. From accessible classes to deeper workshops, there are plenty of ways to move at your own pace.
And movement at Retreat Yourself doesn’t always mean stepping onto a mat. Dance, play, explore and find your own way of moving through the weekend.
Yoga & Movement
Move, stretch, sweat and reconnect with your body.
Yoga and movement are at the heart of the Retreat Yourself experience, with a diverse schedule of classes, workshops and experiences led by teachers and movement practitioners from across South Africa and beyond.
Start your morning with yoga or aerial yoga, wake up with Secret Sunrise or Qi Gong, join a Pilates, Sculpt or fitness session, or try a movement practice you’ve never experienced before. From accessible classes to deeper workshops, there are plenty of ways to move at your own pace.
And movement at Retreat Yourself doesn’t always mean stepping onto a mat. Dance, play, explore and find your own way of moving through the weekend.
Music & Performance
There’s always something to see, hear or dance to at Retreat Yourself.
Across the weekend, live music, DJs, bands and performers bring energy to different corners of the festival. From the Forest Stage and Roller Rink to Good Vibrations and the Secret Dancefloor.
Catch a live set beneath the trees, skate to disco, move through a dance experience, settle in for some jazz or stumble across a fire poi performance as the evening unfolds.
And when the sun goes down, the programme shifts into another gear. Stay up for late-night dancing, gather for our popular Friday night comedy or discover a performance you weren’t expecting.
There’s plenty to keep you entertained, whether you’re looking for a dancefloor, a good laugh or something a little out of the ordinary.
Music & Performance
There’s always something to see, hear or dance to at Retreat Yourself.
Across the weekend, live music, DJs, bands and performers bring energy to different corners of the festival. From the Forest Stage and Roller Rink to Good Vibrations and the Secret Dancefloor.
Catch a live set beneath the trees, skate to disco, move through a dance experience, settle in for some jazz or stumble across a fire poi performance as the evening unfolds.
And when the sun goes down, the programme shifts into another gear. Stay up for late-night dancing, gather for our popular Friday night comedy or discover a performance you weren’t expecting.
There’s plenty to keep you entertained, whether you’re looking for a dancefloor, a good laugh or something a little out of the ordinary.
Food & Drink
Food has a way of bringing people together. We gather around tables, share what’s on our plates, discover new flavours and make time for conversation.
Retreat Yourself is a meat-free festival, with an abundance of fresh, inventive and delicious vegan and vegetarian food to discover throughout the weekend. Explore the Market and its mix of local food makers, find your next favourite coffee spot, or settle in for a long lunch with friends.
There’s plenty to explore beyond the plate, too. Learn from local chefs in our curated Masterclasses, start your morning at the Coffee Rave, discover nootropic mocktails or stop by the Hydration Bar between activities.
From something nourishing to something indulgent, there’s always another flavour, experience or place to gather. And sometimes, the best part is simply sitting around a table, sharing good food and connecting with the people around you.
Food & Drink
Food has a way of bringing people together. We gather around tables, share what’s on our plates, discover new flavours and make time for conversation.
Retreat Yourself is a meat-free festival, with an abundance of fresh, inventive and delicious vegan and vegetarian food to discover throughout the weekend. Explore the Market and its mix of local food makers, find your next favourite coffee spot, or settle in for a long lunch with friends.
There’s plenty to explore beyond the plate, too. Learn from local chefs in our curated Masterclasses, start your morning at the Coffee Rave, discover nootropic mocktails or stop by the Hydration Bar between activities.
From something nourishing to something indulgent, there’s always another flavour, experience or place to gather. And sometimes, the best part is simply sitting around a table, sharing good food and connecting with the people around you.
Learning, Culture & Wellness
A world of ideas, perspectives and practices awaits at Retreat Yourself.
Across the weekend, facilitators, practitioners and speakers bring together talks, workshops, conversations and experiences exploring everything from sleep, health and relationships to creativity, culture, spirituality and personal wellbeing.
Join us in the Talk Circle for conversations, panels and interviews, head to Soul Centre for deeper workshops and practices, or discover experiences that invite you to pause, reflect and explore something new. You might find yourself learning about breathwork and meditation, moving through a sound journey, exploring an ancient practice or simply listening to a perspective that makes you see something differently.
For a more restorative experience, head to Vitality Village beside the river. Recharge with experiences like vitamin IV drips, sauna & cold plunge sessions.
For those looking to go a little deeper, there are also opportunities for self-exploration and ceremony.
Come with an open mind, follow what sparks your curiosity and make the experience your own.
Learning, Culture & Wellness
A world of ideas, perspectives and practices awaits at Retreat Yourself.
Across the weekend, facilitators, practitioners and speakers bring together talks, workshops, conversations and experiences exploring everything from sleep, health and relationships to creativity, culture, spirituality and personal wellbeing.
Join us in the Talk Circle for conversations, panels and interviews, head to Soul Centre for deeper workshops and practices, or discover experiences that invite you to pause, reflect and explore something new. You might find yourself learning about breathwork and meditation, moving through a sound journey, exploring an ancient practice or simply listening to a perspective that makes you see something differently.
For a more restorative experience, head to Vitality Village beside the river. Recharge with experiences like vitamin IV drips, sauna & cold plunge sessions.
For those looking to go a little deeper, there are also opportunities for self-exploration and ceremony.
Come with an open mind, follow what sparks your curiosity and make the experience your own.
Yoga & Movement
Move, stretch, sweat and reconnect with your body.
Yoga and movement are at the heart of the Retreat Yourself experience, with a diverse schedule of classes, workshops and experiences led by teachers and movement practitioners from across South Africa and beyond.
Start your morning with yoga or aerial yoga, wake up with Secret Sunrise or Qi Gong, join a Pilates, Sculpt or fitness session, or try a movement practice you’ve never experienced before. From accessible classes to deeper workshops, there are plenty of ways to move at your own pace.
And movement at Retreat Yourself doesn’t always mean stepping onto a mat. Dance, play, explore and find your own way of moving through the weekend.
Yoga & Movement
Move, stretch, sweat and reconnect with your body.
Yoga and movement are at the heart of the Retreat Yourself experience, with a diverse schedule of classes, workshops and experiences led by teachers and movement practitioners from across South Africa and beyond.
Start your morning with yoga or aerial yoga, wake up with Secret Sunrise or Qi Gong, join a Pilates, Sculpt or fitness session, or try a movement practice you’ve never experienced before. From accessible classes to deeper workshops, there are plenty of ways to move at your own pace.
And movement at Retreat Yourself doesn’t always mean stepping onto a mat. Dance, play, explore and find your own way of moving through the weekend.
Music & Performance
There’s always something to see, hear or dance to at Retreat Yourself.
Across the weekend, live music, DJs, bands and performers bring energy to different corners of the festival. From the Forest Stage and Roller Rink to Good Vibrations and the Secret Dancefloor.
Catch a live set beneath the trees, skate to disco, move through a dance experience, settle in for some jazz or stumble across a fire poi performance as the evening unfolds.
And when the sun goes down, the programme shifts into another gear. Stay up for late-night dancing, gather for our popular Friday night comedy or discover a performance you weren’t expecting.
There’s plenty to keep you entertained, whether you’re looking for a dancefloor, a good laugh or something a little out of the ordinary.
Music & Performance
There’s always something to see, hear or dance to at Retreat Yourself.
Across the weekend, live music, DJs, bands and performers bring energy to different corners of the festival. From the Forest Stage and Roller Rink to Good Vibrations and the Secret Dancefloor.
Catch a live set beneath the trees, skate to disco, move through a dance experience, settle in for some jazz or stumble across a fire poi performance as the evening unfolds.
And when the sun goes down, the programme shifts into another gear. Stay up for late-night dancing, gather for our popular Friday night comedy or discover a performance you weren’t expecting.
There’s plenty to keep you entertained, whether you’re looking for a dancefloor, a good laugh or something a little out of the ordinary.
Food & Drink
Food has a way of bringing people together. We gather around tables, share what’s on our plates, discover new flavours and make time for conversation.
Retreat Yourself is a meat-free festival, with an abundance of fresh, inventive and delicious vegan and vegetarian food to discover throughout the weekend. Explore the Market and its mix of local food makers, find your next favourite coffee spot, or settle in for a long lunch with friends.
There’s plenty to explore beyond the plate, too. Learn from local chefs in our curated Masterclasses, start your morning at the Coffee Rave, discover nootropic mocktails or stop by the Hydration Bar between activities.
From something nourishing to something indulgent, there’s always another flavour, experience or place to gather. And sometimes, the best part is simply sitting around a table, sharing good food and connecting with the people around you.
Food & Drink
Food has a way of bringing people together. We gather around tables, share what’s on our plates, discover new flavours and make time for conversation.
Retreat Yourself is a meat-free festival, with an abundance of fresh, inventive and delicious vegan and vegetarian food to discover throughout the weekend. Explore the Market and its mix of local food makers, find your next favourite coffee spot, or settle in for a long lunch with friends.
There’s plenty to explore beyond the plate, too. Learn from local chefs in our curated Masterclasses, start your morning at the Coffee Rave, discover nootropic mocktails or stop by the Hydration Bar between activities.
From something nourishing to something indulgent, there’s always another flavour, experience or place to gather. And sometimes, the best part is simply sitting around a table, sharing good food and connecting with the people around you.
Learning, Culture & Wellness
A world of ideas, perspectives and practices awaits at Retreat Yourself.
Across the weekend, facilitators, practitioners and speakers bring together talks, workshops, conversations and experiences exploring everything from sleep, health and relationships to creativity, culture, spirituality and personal wellbeing.
Join us in the Talk Circle for conversations, panels and interviews, head to Soul Centre for deeper workshops and practices, or discover experiences that invite you to pause, reflect and explore something new. You might find yourself learning about breathwork and meditation, moving through a sound journey, exploring an ancient practice or simply listening to a perspective that makes you see something differently.
For a more restorative experience, head to Vitality Village beside the river. Recharge with experiences like vitamin IV drips, sauna & cold plunge sessions.
For those looking to go a little deeper, there are also opportunities for self-exploration and ceremony.
Come with an open mind, follow what sparks your curiosity and make the experience your own.
Learning, Culture & Wellness
A world of ideas, perspectives and practices awaits at Retreat Yourself.
Across the weekend, facilitators, practitioners and speakers bring together talks, workshops, conversations and experiences exploring everything from sleep, health and relationships to creativity, culture, spirituality and personal wellbeing.
Join us in the Talk Circle for conversations, panels and interviews, head to Soul Centre for deeper workshops and practices, or discover experiences that invite you to pause, reflect and explore something new. You might find yourself learning about breathwork and meditation, moving through a sound journey, exploring an ancient practice or simply listening to a perspective that makes you see something differently.
For a more restorative experience, head to Vitality Village beside the river. Recharge with experiences like vitamin IV drips, sauna & cold plunge sessions.
For those looking to go a little deeper, there are also opportunities for self-exploration and ceremony.
Come with an open mind, follow what sparks your curiosity and make the experience your own.