PlayFest
Movement Arts Retreat
3rd - 7th October 2024
What is PlayFest Retreat?
A community collaborative, organically catered, skills-based retreat, focusing on play for our personal, sensual, social, and professional development. Bringing you Contact Improvisation Dance, Martial Arts, Breathwork, Sexology, Flow Toys, Yoga, Science, Technology, Ancient Wisdom and more!
The intention is to be mindfully embodied. Harnessing the power of each breath in alignment with the movement of our body and at ease with our mind.
Relax a little, play a lot, share sacred knowledge, connect with nature, embrace exponential technologies, learn more about bio-hacking, or book yourself a massage.
Take the opportunity to sing, dance, feel, and free yourself in a beautifully lush Australian bush land.
Our workshops are held from sunrise to sunset, led by a multitude of professional dancers, athletes, therapists, and coaches from around the world.
No one is too young or too old, PlayFest Retreat is for all.
Together we invite you to take 5 transformative days to connect with the community. Share skills, heighten your senses, enhance healthy development, witness the beauty and art form of body movement in flow.
Come feel what it is to be embodied and find your flow within nature. There are no to-do’s, there is just be.
Core Facilitators
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Jill
Collage Mandala Art & Meditation
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Anna
Breathwork & Elemental Embodiment
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Efrat
Holistic Sexual Wellness
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Tashi
Martial Arts, Exponential Tech & A.I.
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Naomi
Aerials, Sculptures & Dance
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Sabine
SCI-MAA Ceremonial Dance, Linguistics & Trance
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Lillian
Contact Improv, Animal Flow & Aerials
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Ali
Somatic Sexology & Embodiment
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Ayham
Storytelling & Real Conversations
Location and Information
We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we live, work, and create. We pay our respects to elders past, present, and emerging. And we acknowledge You, the co-creators of this collective dream we live.
Located 75km from Sydney CBD, Wisemans Ferry is on Dharug and Darkinjung country by the Hawkesbury River.
Set in a picturesque native Australian bush scene, the venue boasts wide open space, massive sheltering trees, and a tidal creek with fresh water access. Workshops are held in a large undercover dance space where you will be sheltered from the elements, yet able to enjoy fresh air and beautiful views of nature. Fire pits are conveniently located throughout the site so you can sing, dance, and enjoy live music well into the evenings.
Mobile phone reception is minimal and not available throughout most of the property.
Catering Nourishment
Accommodation & Amenities
The cabins are permanent structures featuring basic bunk style arrangements with mattresses. Guests need to bring pillows and linens. You are encouraged to create your space for comfort so bring extra blankets and cushions to feel at home.
Electrical power outlets, light, and air conditioning is available in the cabins. Each unit sleeps 4-8 adults. Many guests sleep in camper vans and tents for their own privacy. You have the option to choose.
The cabins are first come, first served. No reservations. Please remember to bring your linens and towels.
Toilets, hot showers, and fresh drinking rainwater is available on site.
Please note this is a LEAVE NO TRACE venue and no glass is allowed.
There are no council pick-ups for trash so please take all you brought in back out with you.
Unfortunately NO PETS allowed as there are resident dogs on the property and this is a strict request from the owner.
What to bring
Your proof of purchase - name & email used at checkout. This will be checked at the gate so please ensure your details match.
Yoga mat
Reusable drinking water bottle (fresh drinking rainwater is available on site)
BYO reusable cutlery, crockery, & cups
Cash for Bodywork & additional Vendor Services available. There’s no phone signal.
Biodegradable sunscreen & insect repellent
Swimming attire & towels
Portable cooking appliances if you require heating for your breakfast/lunch.
Tent, swag, or camper-van if you want private accommodation. Alternatively shared cabin beds are available with A/C but you must bring linens.
Clothing you can dance/ move comfortably in - Costumes are always welcome!
Musical instruments
Flow toys e.g. contact staffs, poi, hula hoops, dragon staffs, juggling balls, etc.
Hats, Footwear, Night Torch
Slack lines & Hammocks
Warm jackets & trousers for the nights
An open heart, mind, and your beautiful smile
Additional Highlights
Professional Bodywork and Energetics, including Zenthai Shiatsu, Reiki, Relaxing Massage sessions on offer.
Guest Facilitators and more workshops to be announced
Fire Dancing and Live Interactive Art
Cacao and breakfast delights to boost your energy
Aerialists and Acrobats
Live Music & Original Artists
Shibari Artistry
Sacred Tattoo Ritual
PlayFest Retreat Ticket | $555
RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW (click here)
Accommodation, Dinner, and Workshops are included.
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