august 2026
The Fit Way
Women’s Health Retreat
Thurs 27 Aug to Sun 30 Aug ’26
Wybalena Organic Farm, Byron Bay
“Step into a world of serenity and natural beauty at Wybalena.
The gorgeous farmstyle accommodations are a sanctuary for the soul; a space that invites you to unwind, reconnect and find inner peace.”
Located on 170 acres at The Pocket in the Byron Bay Hinterland, Wybalena is a purpose built retreat venue set amongst serene countryside and untouched bushland. Enjoy a three night retreat stay with daily activities. You can join all activities or pick and choose what you would like to do. We will be offering yoga, mat pilates, fitness classes, a guided breathwork and mindfulness workshop and a nutrition seminar. In your free time you will be able to swim in the magnesium pool, enjoy the infrared sauna, experience an Odin ice bath, take nature walks around the farm, read by the pool, book a massage*, or just rest. See the agenda for the retreat itinerary.
*Massages booked at an additional cost, not included in the package price.
Food
Tash, Tom and their amazing team from Burbury Whole Foods will be feeding you at The Fit Way retreat! They are passionate about supporting a sustainable and regenerative food industry and inspiring people to create a more meaningful connection with their food. They do this through prioritising organic and local, connecting with their farmers and sharing recipes and wisdom.
Food inspired by a Mediterranean way, you will have three buffet style meals on each of the full retreat days, afternoon tea, dessert plus a seasonal fruit bowl, tea (homemade tea blends), Byron Bay Coffee and a selection of milks always available.
Learn more about what they do at www.burburywholefoods.com and/or @burburywholefoods.
The Dining Experience
All meals will be served in the beautifully designed main house — an architectural showpiece featuring a 22-seat timber dining table. Meals will contain animal protein however all dietary requirements can be catered for – vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and others.
THE YOGA STUDIO
Flooded with natural light and fresh air flow, this is the space we will use for yoga and pilates.
MAGNESIUM POOL
The magnesium pool is set amongst lush gardens and has beautiful, soft, clean water that doesn’t irritate the skin or eyes like traditional chlorine pools. Relax on the outdoor lounges or soak up the sunshine on the deck chairs.
INFRARED SAUNA & ODIN ICE BATH
Enjoy hot and cold therapy by jumping between the pool and sauna, or sauna to ice bath for the incredible health benefits and ultimate relaxation.
OUTDOOR FIREPIT
The outdoor firepit is surrounded by lush gardens and nestled underneath a beautiful poinciana tree at the side of The Main House. This will be lit on Friday and Saturday evenings after dinner.
SPRING FED DAM & NATURE TRAILS
The private nature trails are kept short for easy navigation and peace of mind, ranging from 10 – 40 minutes return. Cool off after a walk with a refreshing dip in the rainforest creek or spring fed dam.
Itinerary
Thursday 27 August
3:00PM Welcome & afternoon tea platter and refreshments
4:00PM Check into room – relax, unpack, swim, sauna, ice bath
6:00PM Dinner
8:00PM Yoga for Sleep (60mins)
Friday 28 August
6:00AM Coffee, tea and fruit bowl available in the main house
7:30AM Mat Pilates (60mins)
8:30AM Breakfast
10.30AM Breathwork & Mindfulness Session with Meredith (90mins)
12:30PM Lunch
1:15PM Relax & massage bookings
4:30PM Guided farm walk (60mins)
6:30PM Dinner
7:30PM Outdoor fire
Saturday 29 August
6:00AM Coffee, tea and fruit bowl available in the main house
7:30AM Fitness Session outdoors (60mins)
9:00AM Breakfast
10:00AM Women’s Nutrition Seminar with Chrissy (120mins)
12:30PM Lunch
1:15PM Relax & massage bookings
4:30PM Yoga (90mins)
6:30PM Dinner
7:30PM Outdoor fire
Sunday 30 August
6:00AM Coffee, tea and fruit bowl available in the main house
7:00AM Yoga (60mins)
8:00AM Breakfast
10:00AM Check-out
teachers & coaches
Emma Le Sueur, founder of The Fit Way
Emma lives in Skennars Head and she runs The Fit Way group classes in Ballina and Bangalow as well as a personal training studio. She has been in the health and wellness space for over 10 years, running a health food business, managing gyms and then starting The Fit Way in 2019.
She is passionate about keeping people active, strong and moving well and also creating a community for social connection and friendship. She believes in a holistic approach to health and loves connecting with other health professionals.
She has completed certifications for Personal Training, Group Fitness, Mat Pilates, Mat Work Programming and Progressions and Pilates for Pregnancy. She enjoys strength training, pilates, yoga, running and walking.
Kirsty Baines, Yoga Teacher
Kirsty is a personal trainer, fitness instructor and yoga teacher originally from Northern England. She has been on her own movement journey for around 12 years and is passionate about helping others, particularly women, fall in love with movement and seeing that exercise doesn’t have to be a chore! She also loves working with mobility and helping individuals to move and feel better in their bodies.
Dr Chrissy Freer, Registered Nutritionist
Chrissy Freer is a highly experienced registered nutritionist (RNutr), researcher, health author and recipe creator with over 20 years in the industry. Committed to evidence-based, science-driven practices, she firmly believes in empowering women through accurate, practical nutrition, no fad diets or misinformation here.
Chrissy’s passion for healthy eating and good food, lead her to study a bachelor’s and master’s degree and later complete a PhD at Deakin University, all in nutrition. In addition to her academic work, Chrissy is a respected contributor to numerous magazines and books, a recipe developer, and the author of four nutrition-based cookbooks published by Murdoch Books.
Chrissy specialises in:
- weight management and healthy body composition
- women’s health and menopause
- the Anti-Inflammatory/Mediterranean diet
- metabolic health
- mental health
ACCOMmODATION
Different options including single studios, two bedroom cabins, twin share rooms and single rooms in the main house.
MAINHOUSE ACCOMMODATION
Four bedrooms down the hallway: two rooms with king bed and ensuite (one with luxurious bath) and two rooms with double beds and shared bathroom. Large glass windows showcase beautiful country views and wrap around verandas that flow onto the magnesium pool, infrared sauna and outdoor firepit.
THE GARDEN ROOMS
Located in a separate building just a short walk from The Main House, The Garden Rooms are the perfect oasis for guests wanting a self contained and private space. Four identical bedrooms surrounded by lush gardens each with its own entrance, double bed, farmhouse style ensuite, plus reverse cycle air conditioning and ceiling fan for comfort. The Garden Rooms have a shared deck to enjoy the sunshine and fresh country air.
THE GUMNUT CABINS
Cabins 1, 2 & 3 have an identical layout with two bedrooms (one queen bed & one double bed) with built in wardrobes, a shared modern bathroom, living room with TV, kitchen, dining table and deck to enjoy the country views. With reverse cycle air conditioning in the main living spaces and pedestal fans in the bedrooms. The perfect accommodation for those wanting to share with a friend, utilise the kitchen for any dietary requirements or enjoy more privacy further away from The Main House activities. *Cabin 3 is custom built for disabled access. Cabin 4 has one bedroom and can be booked for a single (king bed) or as twin share (2x king singles). Cabin 4 has one bathroom, living space, kitchen and balcony plus air conditioning and fans (same offerings as cabins 1-3).
THE BANKSIA ROOMS
The Banksia Rooms are only a few steps away from The Main House, with three large twin-share bedrooms that share two modern farmhouse bathrooms at either end of the hallway. With reverse cycle air-conditioning and ceiling fans in each room, as well as divider screens available to place between the beds.
Three bedrooms off the main hallway offer:
Room A twin-share with two double beds
Room B twin-share with two double beds
Room C reserved for retreat hosts
RETREAT PRICES
Package prices are per person (inclusive of GST) and include:
3 nights accommodation
All main meals, afternoon tea, dessert, tea, coffee and fruit. Arrival grazing platter. Dietary requirements can be catered for
All yoga, pilates and fitness classes
Breathwork & mindfulness workshop
Nutrition seminar
Use of all retreat facilities: magnesium pool, infrared sauna, odin ice bath
Gift Bag
To enquire or book, email emma@thefitway.com.au
Own Room with Ensuite | Beds | Room Occupancy | Package Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Main House Room C (with bath) | King | Single | $1850 | |
SOLD Main House Room D | King | Single | $1850 | |
SOLD Garden Room A | Double Bed | Single | $1800 | |
SOLD Garden Room B | Double Bed | Single | $1800 | |
SOLD Garden Room C | Double Bed | Single | $1800 | |
SOLD Garden Room D | Double Bed | Single | $1800 |
Own Room with Shared Bathroom | Beds | Room Occupancy | Package Price | Main House Room A (share bathroom with Room B) | Double Bed | Single | $1650 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Main House Room B (share bathroom with Room A) | Double Bed | Single | $1650 | |
Cabin 1 (two bedroom, share bathroom) | Queen Bed | Double Bed | Single | $1800 |
Cabin 2 (two bedroom, share bathroom) | Queen Bed | Double Bed | Single | $1800 |
Cabin 3 (two bedroom, share bathroom) | Queen Bed | Double Bed | Single | $1800 |
Shared Room with Shared Bathroom | Beds | Room Occupancy | Package Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Banksia Room A | 2x Double Beds | Twin Share | $1550 | |
Banksia Room B | 2x Double Beds | Twin Share | $1550 | |
Cabin 4 (King Bed Single Share or 2x King Single Twin Share) | King / 2x King Single Beds | Twin Share | $1800/$1500 |
Payment
(If you need a more personalised payment (e.g. monthly) plan please email emma@thefitway.com.au)
Cancellation Policy
20% Room Deposit is non-refundable.
Cancel between 25 May 2026 and 29 July 2026 and receive a 50% refund.
Strictly no refunds from 30 July 2026 (4 weeks out from retreat).
Travel insurance is highly recommended to support you in the event of injury, sickness, or other cancellation.
FAQs
GETTING TO WYBALENA:
Located at 789 The Pocket Road, The Pocket NSW 2483. You will see the “Wybalena” sign at the driveway entrance. Wybalena is a 35-40 min drive to Gold Coast Airport and Ballina Airport. There are transfer companies available online, car hire service, taxi or Uber. There are no public transport options to get here.
WYBALENA GUIDELINES:
There is strictly no smoking permitted on the property
All accommodations have a shoes off policy indoors
All screen doors must be kept closed to keep bugs out
No pets are permitted at Wybalena
WIFI & RECEPTION:
Mobile reception can be limited in The Pocket, however wifi is provided for the Main House space, which is also accessible from most buildings.
WATER:
Delicious bore water is sourced from the property, and is filtered via natural crushed marble for a balanced pH of 7.
NOT INCLUDED IN PACKAGE PRICING:
Travel to & from the retreat center
Travel Insurance
Massage Treatments
ITINERARY:
Subject to change if circumstances are outside our control. Clients will be notified and activities or workshops replaced as needed.
