The Long Exhale
Women’s Retreat • Whitsundays • 14–17 May 2027
One room remains.
Created for women in midlife.
Who are carrying a lot and are ready, even briefly, to put some of it down.
This retreat isn't about reinventing yourself or becoming a "better" version of who you are. It's about stepping away from the noise for a few days and remembering what you feel like when you're rested, well fed, gently moved, and surrounded by good people.
Nothing to prove. Nothing to perform.
Just a few days to exhale.
One final room.
There's just one room remaining for The Long Exhale, 14–17 May 2027.
Set within our main villa at Yangaro, this beautiful king room overlooks the tropical gardens and has its own private ensuite. It's available for private occupancy, or for two friends who'd love to share the experience.
$2,850 — private occupancy
$2,550 per person — twin share
Your three nights include accommodation, all retreat meals, yoga and our thoughtfully planned experiences throughout the weekend.
A $500 deposit secures your booking, with the option to spread the remaining balance across instalments.
A gentle rhythm.
Slow mornings. Long lunches. Nothing rushed.
Each day unfolds with plenty of structure to feel supported, and plenty of space to simply follow your own rhythm.
We'll move together each morning and afternoon, gather around beautiful meals, create with our hands, wander to the beach, spend afternoons by the pool, and leave room for the moments that can't be scheduled — the conversations, laughter and quiet pauses that somehow become the parts everyone remembers.
Some women curl up with a book.
Others head for the spa.
Some take a nap.
Others sit with a cup of tea watching the light change over the bay.
There's no pressure to do everything.
The timetable is gentle.
The pace is slower than real life.
That's the point.
From the women who’ve been there.
Every retreat unfolds a little differently, but what stays with me every time is the kindness, openness and genuine care the women bring to one another.
“Every single detail was beyond perfection. And to be amongst women who love, accept, and allow space without judgment — what a gift.”
Andi
“This was exactly what I needed, to slow down, to relax, and to just be with me. Thank you for thinking of me.”
Hayley
“The food, the setting, and the women… it was all so special. Such a beautifully held weekend.”
Jill
A gentle shape to the weekend.
Friday — Arrive and exhale.
From 3pm, you'll arrive, settle into your villa, wander the grounds, meet the other women, and ease into the weekend over canapés, dinner and our opening circle.
Saturday — Space to soften.
Morning yoga. Beautiful meals. Long pockets of unhurried time. A private thermal session, a sunset practice, and an evening that can be as social—or as quiet—as you need it to be.
Sunday — Create, rest and simply enjoy.
Another gentle morning together, our relaxed creative workshop, delicious food, plenty of time to do very little, and one final evening to soak it all in.
Monday — Slow goodbyes.
Breakfast, a closing circle, plenty of hugs, and farewells between 9 and 11am.
Everything is always optional.
Everything you need is included.
From the moment you arrive on Friday afternoon until we say goodbye on Monday morning, almost everything has already been taken care of. Your accommodation, meals, yoga and creative experiences are all included, so all you really need to do is arrive.
Three beautiful private villas at Yangaro Resort, exclusively for our retreat group
Three nights' accommodation
Thoughtfully guided yoga practices with Sadie throughout the weekend
Generous, delicious wholefood meals, snacks and drinks prepared by Asja, with dietary needs thoughtfully accommodated and no compromise on flavour.
A private thermal experience including steam, sauna and plunge
A relaxed, thoughtfully guided creative workshop with Asja — no artistic experience needed
Sound healing with Leah
Journalling, gentle rituals and thoughtful touches woven throughout the weekend
Plenty of unstructured time to rest, walk, read, swim, watch the ocean or simply do absolutely nothing
Not included
Travel to and from Yangaro, additional spa treatments, personal shopping and alcohol.
Held by a small, thoughtful team.
The Long Exhale is brought to life by four women, each contributing something different to the weekend.
Sadie brings the retreat together, from the yoga and the daily programme to the little details that make the weekend feel personal. Her teaching is thoughtful, down-to-earth and always an invitation rather than an expectation.
Asja brings extraordinary meals to the table and guides our creative workshop, creating moments that guests often remember long after the weekend has ended.
Nicole quietly documents the retreat as it unfolds, capturing beautiful moments you'll treasure without ever interrupting them.
Eden is our calm, capable extra pair of hands, making sure the little details are taken care of, often before anyone even notices they're needed.
Together, we create the kind of retreat we'd want to attend ourselves — warm, welcoming, beautifully organised and never overcomplicated.
Your home for the weekend.
For three nights, The Long Exhale unfolds across three beautiful private villas at Yangaro — each with generous shared spaces, its own pool, tropical surrounds and sweeping Whitsunday views.
The weekend is designed to feel spacious, calm and quietly luxurious, with plenty of room to gather together and just as much room to retreat for a while on your own.
All rooms are now reserved, with the exception of the final room featured above: a king room in our main villa, available for private occupancy or for two friends sharing.
Booking your place.
A $500 deposit secures your room for The Long Exhale.
The remaining balance can be paid in full or spread across instalments, with all payments completed by 1 March 2027.
I'll personally arrange your payment schedule and confirm all the details with you before you book.
If you're considering joining us, please get in touch. I'm very happy to answer any questions.
Before you book.
Do I have to do every session?
No. Nothing is compulsory. You're welcome to join every session, or opt in and out as your body and mind need throughout the weekend.
What level of yoga is this?
The yoga is accessible and thoughtfully taught. You don't need to be a regular student at Sadie Wells Yoga. I'll offer options, props and a layered approach throughout the weekend. If you're working with injuries, pain or fatigue, let me know beforehand so we can discuss what might work for you.
Do you cater for dietary needs?
Yes. Meals are nourishing, satisfying and mostly vegetarian, with plenty of variety. Most dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice. Please let me know about any food allergies before booking so we can confirm arrangements.
Can I use a payment plan?
Absolutely. Your $500 deposit secures your room, and we can arrange instalments for the remaining balance. All payments must be completed by 1 March 2027.
Is alcohol included?
No. Alcohol isn't included or served as part of the retreat. If you choose to enjoy a quiet drink privately, you're welcome to do so respectfully.
How do I get there?
Yangaro is located in the Whitsundays, near Airlie Beach. Once you book, I'll send through a travel guide with directions, arrival information and suggestions to help you plan your journey.
What happens if I need to cancel?
Your $500 deposit secures your place and is non-refundable if you choose to cancel. If you cancel more than 90 days before the retreat, payments beyond your deposit will be refunded. Within 90 days, those additional payments are only refundable if I'm able to fill your place.
If you'd like to transfer your booking to someone else, please get in touch and I'll do everything I reasonably can to help.
Perhaps this is your year.
There's one room left for The Long Exhale in May 2027. If it feels like something you'd love to be part of, I'd love to hear from you.