The Pilates Balance Retreat is designed to help you reset your nervous system, restore vitality, and reconnect with a grounded, resilient sense of self.
EXPERIENCE ON THE RETREAT
PILATES
The foundation of the retreat — Pilates supports overall postural alignment, balanced strength, and integrated movement.
FAMO FASCIA MOVEMENT
FAMO is designed to promote integral movement by enhancing hydration, glide, elasticity and movement freedom. Tuning into our kinaesthetic sense, we can create immense change in how we feel and move.
WORKSHOPS
Paola aims to inspire and inform your practice during the retreat and back in the outside world.
MYOFASCIAL RELEASE
A restorative, slow-paced session combining gentle flow and self-massage techniques using various props to encourage calm, spaciousness, and inner ease.
BREATHWORK
Reconnect to the rhythm of your breath — a vital foundation for physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.
All levels are welcome.
Spots are limited to 10 guests.
What does
Balance mean to you?
Perhaps it's the ability to stand on one leg with your eyes closed without falling over. Or maybe it's finding balance in your Pilates practice, where you feel centred, strong and energised. It could be the way your FAMO practice helps regulate your nervous system, allowing you to tune into how you're feeling in the present moment.
Balance also extends beyond movement. It's about navigating the many demands of everyday life—the constant pull between work, family, responsibilities and making time for yourself. As a mother, I know this is often the most challenging balance of all.
This retreat is an invitation to step away from the busyness of life and reconnect with yourself. Through Pilates, FAMO Fascia Movement and time in nature, you'll create space for greater mental clarity, physical ease and a renewed sense of balance—one that you can take home and carry into your everyday life.
Enjoy full access to the expansive pool, ice bath, traditional sauna, tennis courts, fire pit, and peaceful nature walks.
Bespoke Kiama Retreat Package
Suitable for all levels of movement, the Pilates Balance Retreat is focused on helping you find balance, inside and out. The aim is to ensure you leave refreshed, calm and happy, inspired to press pause a little more often in the knowledge that the value of our mental, social and physical health cannot be underestimated in life.
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3 days, 2 nights (check in: 3pm; check out: 2pm).
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All meals, freshly made by our incredible in-house chef, The Valley Table, with a gourmet focus on farm-to-table goodness using locally grown and ethically sourced free-range ingredients.
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A balanced schedule of Pilates, fascia movement and workshops designed to rejuvenate and cultivate more balance.
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Option for private classes and massage (additional cost).
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Use of the resort-style salt-water pool, ice bath, traditional sauna, tennis courts, outdoor entertaining facilities and glorious bushwalks, including to a hidden rainforest waterfall.
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Possible sighting of local echidna ‘Ernie’.
Transport to Kiama, travel insurance and private sessions are not included.
A rural oasis with ocean views
Cedar Springs offers a bespoke, personalised experience, crafted for just nine to ten people who are invited to stay in the beautiful accommodation on site with mountain views or out to the sea.
THE HOUSE
The multiple living spaces at Cedar Springs are all cleverly fitted out to be as comfortable as they are filled with light, with a double-sided log fireplace in the living rooms, soft muted colour palette, and a luxe Hamptons feel throughout. With a state-of-the art kitchen, dining space for 12 and multiple relaxing spots, there’s space to stretch out or meditate, lounge about or exercise, rest, read, sleep, eat, drink and simply be kind to yourself.
THE BEDROOMS
There are six spacious bedrooms with ocean or mountain views; three twin rooms, 2 king-size rooms, and the master bedroom. There are options to have your own ensuite. Every room is fitted with quality Australian linen, filled with natural light, and offers plenty of space to spread out.
OUTDOORS
Nature offers up the greatest display all around Cedar Springs, with rainforest, rolling hills, plenty of local wildlife, and a hidden waterfall. But for that indoor/ outdoor vibe, simply open large glass sliding doors from the kitchen onto an expansive entertaining area, resort-style salt-water pool, tennis courts and gardens, and views forever.
Your sanctuary
RETREAT SCHEDULE
FRIDAY
3pm Arrival
5pm Pilates & Fascia Movement Class
7pm Dinner
SATURDAY
7am Pilates Mat Class
8:30am Breakfast
11am Breathwork & Workshop
12:30pm Lunch
4:30 Myofascial Release
7pm Dinner
SUNDAY
7am Fascia Movement Mat Class
8:30am Breakfast
11am Pilates class
12:30pm Lunch
2:00pm Check out
*Times on this schedule are approximate and may be subject to change
"Movement never lies. It is a barometer telling the state of the soul’s weather."
- Martha Graham
ACCOMODATION
& RATES
Book early and save 20%
Ensuite and shared bathroom options available.
Spots are limited to 9 to 10 guests.
OPULENT MASTER WITH ENSUITE
Enjoy this glorious private sanctuary with your partner or solo, taking in top-floor views of the mountains and ocean and a luxurious ensuite.
PRIVATE: Early bird $1900
Standard Rate: $2280 from 5 Jan 2027
TWIN: Early bird $1350 pp
Standard Rate: $1620 pp from 5 Jan 2027
By clicking the BOOK NOW button, an email will be created. Please state which room option you would like in the email to Paola.
Terms and conditions apply. A client agreement will be sent to you at the time of booking.
To secure your spot on the retreat, a $500 non-refundable deposit is required.
Payment options are available.
Please note prices are based on 2027 rates and have been updated due to increased operating costs.
Embrace the freedom of movement, and press reset on your life on this inspiring three-day retreat in Wodi Wodi Country.
More about me, your host
Hosting retreats brings me immense joy because it allows me to create a sanctuary for you—a space where every detail is taken care of so you can truly let go. These weekends are designed for you to focus solely on yourself, free from the demands of daily life.
Through a harmonious blend of movement, rest, uplifting company, scenic walks, refreshing swims, and nourishing meals, you gift your body and mind the chance to reset. The benefits are profound: a calmer nervous system, improved digestion, enhanced tissue hydration, and more. It's a transformative experience that nurtures your whole being.
Meet your chef, Angie
A true south-coast treasure, Angie’s culinary brilliance is matched only by her commitment to a sustainable, ethical and locally sourced menu. Think rich cardamon-scented Massaman curry, smoked burrata pasta, salads that crunch with freshness and taste, Buddha bowls bright with colour and flavour, homemade chocolate truffles… have I got your attention yet?
A trained chef, cooking teacher, and expert fermenter, Angie is passionate about sharing her knowledge of food and nutrition. As one of the founders and former culinary director of Two Good Co, her passion lies in using food to help transform lives. Wholesome, nutritious, nourishing and all sourced from the local area, Angie’s food deserves a retreat of its own. Hm. Maybe I’ll work on that!
Like to know more about Angie? Check out The Valley Table.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Jane
I loved the classes. I learnt a lot about supporting my body and felt so good and flexible after the classes. I also loved the pace of the schedule, great balance of free time and class time.
Michelle
What I liked best is the structure of the classes and it built trust and friendship. I was apprehensive because of long term illness and you allowed belief in myself and my body's capabilities.
Jasmine
Relaxed, nourished and freedom of movement.
Paola, we love attending your retreats, you put so much effort and care into the weekend.