Perched in the Central Coast hinterland, this retreat venue overlooks stunning Mt Yengo and the surrounding national park. A perfect haven for rest and rejuvenation, blending luxury and nature – the perfect backdrop for your Pilates Retreat getaway. Revitalise your energy, restore balance, and reconnect to your inner strength and resilience.
What vitality means to you?
Vitality is an inner effervescence — a spark that comes alive when we move with curiosity and a sense of purpose. We can nurture this sense of aliveness by exploring how we move, what challenges us, what brings positive change, and how we draw on our own inner resourcefulness. Movement can challenge, nurture, and regulate us — and most importantly, it can bring us joy. Paola blends humour, playfulness, and mind-body focus to create a cohesive movement experience that supports you from the inside-out.
With over 25 years of teaching experience, Paola combines her expertise in Pilates and Fascia Movement with an intuitive approach that supports beginners and challenges experienced movers—ensuring every guest leaves the retreat feeling stronger, more balanced, and deeply renewed.
Paola's passion and motivation for hosting wellness retreats has grown exponentially since running her first in 2017. There’s something innate about sharing space and time with other connected people and learning how to help them connect back into their inner selves. Paola enjoys seeing people head home better aligned, smiling, happy and relaxed brings her such joy – as well as a deep sense of satisfaction.
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.
Say yes to a weekend that restores your vitality and awakens your body’s natural intelligence.
All levels are welcome.
Spots are limited
Keep your vitality. A life without health is like a river without water" - Maxime Lagacé
THE VENUE
A Retreat Sanctuary in the Heart of the Bush
Your Retreat takes place in an elegant, light-filled lodge designed for comfort. Between sessions, you can unwind in the pool, spa, or sauna, savour chef-prepared meals, or simply sit quietly with a cup of tea and the sweeping valley views. Surrounded by bushland and birdsong, this retreat invites you to slow down, restore your energy, and deepen your practice—leaving you feeling lighter, more connected, and renewed by the healing power of this extraordinary place.
Traditionally cherished by the Darkinjung people for its nourishment and healing, this land continues to hold a deep spirit of connection. Today, it is lovingly cared for with eco-conscious practices, offering a sustainable haven where guests can experience both luxury and nature in perfect balance.
Your Package Includes
3 DAYS, TWO NIGHTS LUXURY ACCOMODATION WITH ENSUITE
Stay in the stunning Noonaweena resort, overlooking Yengo National Park with breathtaking valley views. Just 90 minutes north of Sydney, this exclusive 100-acre property offers a unique sense of arrival—you’ll feel instantly at home and deeply relaxed.
BESPOKE MOVEMENT SESSIONS
With 25 years of experience, Paola curates an intelligently tailored weekend program combining Pilates, FAMO Fascia Movement, breathwork, workshops, and myofascial release to enhance balance, resilience, and ease throughout the whole body.
FACILITIES
The retreat offers beautiful facilities including a spa, pool, infrared sauna and gym to enjoy between meals and classes.
ALL GOURMET MEALS INCLUDED
Nourishing, wholesome dishes using fresh produce. Tea and coffee are provided throughout the weekend. Barista made coffee as an optional extra.
BUSHWALKS
Explore the beautiful property and surrounding national park trails, moving gently with nature.
The weekend is designed to help you switch off, have fun, try something new, and restore balance—leaving you feeling refreshed, stronger, and more connected.
Not included: Transport to Noonaweena, travel insurance, barista made coffee, alcohol or private sessions.
"I'm not interested in how people move, but what moves them"- Pina Bausch
RETREAT SCHEDULE
FRIDAY
3pm Arrival
5pm Pilates & FAMO 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 FAMO 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
Retreat Guest Testimonials
“Everything was perfect. The pace of the classes and how each built on each other over the weekend with gentle flow and progression.
— Marnie
“I feel so content at Paola's retreat. New friends, new ways to move, a wonderful location and terrific food. Loved it all!”
— Tara
“Perfect mix of movement, relaxation time, delicious food in a location with beautiful views!”
— Liz
INVESTMENT
Book early and save up to 20%
Twin Share with Ensuite (1 room left)
EARLY BIRD $980 per person before 15 March 2026
$1180 per person after 15 March 2026
Private Room with Ensuite (sold out)
EARLY BIRD $1500 before 15 March 2026
$1800 after 15 March 2026
Clicking the BOOK NOW button will open an email window to get started. Paola will send you all the details on how to pay, including the terms & conditions.
To secure your spot a $500 non-refundable deposit is required.
Payment plans are available, allowing you to spread the cost across 4 instalments.
