This November, a sacred yoga retreat unfolds on the southern coast of Sri Lanka, a six-day immersion into stillness, movement, and connection, set amidst golden beaches, lush jungle, and the rhythm of the Indian Ocean. This retreat is an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and remember what it means to live well.

 Each day includes multiple yoga and meditation sessions held in open-air shalas, nourishing local meals, and time to explore the land, rest, or simply be. The rhythm of the ocean and the sounds of the jungle create the perfect backdrop for deep rest and renewal. You’ll enjoy nourishing buffet-style meals blending traditional Sri Lankan and Western flavours, just steps from the sea. With access to luxurious amenities such as an Ayurvedic spa, recovery centre, gardens, and a peaceful beachfront sanctuary, this experience offers both adventure and deep restoration.

Over the course of the retreat, Chardin will be guiding three workshops, offering an opportunity to explore Himalayan yoga meditation from the Sri Vidya lineage, Buddhist meditation, and traditional Tantric Hatha Yoga. The sessions will be woven into a wider container of daily hatha, vinyasa, yin, nidra, sound healing, breathwork, and even aerial yoga, offered by a collective of skilled facilitators. There’s also the chance to venture outward with a full-day jeep safari through a remote national park, and a Sri Lankan cooking demonstration to nourish body and spirit alike. This retreat is a sacred return to the wild within. A week of conscious connection, soulful community, and space to breathe, grow, and receive what your spirit has been quietly asking for.

A Sacred Yoga Retreat with Your Tribe

6 Days | 5 Nights Return to the Wild Within

Join us for a week-long immersion into the raw, isolated natural beauty of Sri Lanka. Unwind on long, golden beaches, surrounded by lush jungle landscapes, where playful monkeys swing overhead, peacocks roam freely, and warm ocean swells invite you to an early morning swim.

Simplify your life, shed the noise of the world and find stillness and inner peace. Begin each day with meditation & energizing yoga as the sun rises over the palm trees. Nourish your body with wholesome, local meals. Explore your spirit through breath, movement, and connection, with nature, with others, and most importantly, with yourself.

 This retreat is a sacred pause. A return to simplicity. A place to breathe, move, and remember who you are.

• Multiple daily yoga & meditation sessions in luxury open air yoga shalas
• All nourishing meals crafted with love
• Enjoy resort facilities including open air pool, recovery centre & ayervada spa.
• Go Wild on Safari 
• Conscious connection with a like-hearted community
• Choose your own schedule with time to rest, reflect, and reconnect    

This is  a sacred return to your body, your spirit, and your truth.

• 6 Days / 5 Nights in eco beachfront accommodation
• A full week-long yoga immersion, with multiple daily classes including:
• Hatha, Vinyasa, Reformer Pilates, Yin, Yoga Nidra, Aerial Yoga, Sound Healing, Breathwork and more
• Adventure! A full day Jeep safari through a remote national park
• Three daily nourishing gourmet meals daily, crafted with love from fresh, local ingredients
• Full access to resort facilities, including pool, yoga shalas, recovery centre, gardens, and peaceful common spaces
• All yoga mats, props, and bolsters provided, just bring yourself
• Group airport transfers included
• A Sri Lankan cooking demonstration, learn, taste, and enjoy

Chardin’s path began in the vineyards of New Zealand and France, where he earned degrees in Oenology and Viticulture and spent years immersed in the rhythms of the land. Over time, his journey turned inward, drawing him toward the world of meditation, yoga, mantra and healing. For the past 15 years, he has been walking the path guided by teachers, mystics, alchemists, seers, shamans, traditions and practices that continue to shape his understanding and devotion.

His meditation journey began under the guidance of a Master Buddhist Monk, where he was introduced to the Theravāda lineage and the profound stillness of vipassanā practice. This foundation naturally evolved into a deep exploration of the Himalayan Tantric Hatha Yoga tradition, where he completed a 500-hour training and received initiation into mantra, pranayama, and meditative practices rooted in the Sri Vidya lineage, a path revered for its wisdom, beauty, and pursuit of Self-realisation. Along the way, he also immersed himself in the study of alchemy and was initiated into Kriya Yoga in the tradition of Paramahansa Yogananda, a meditation practice akin to the Himalayan Raja Yoga taught at Soul Room. In addition, years of study with two Bhakti masters deepened his understanding of devotion and sacred sound, opening the heart through the power of love and mantra.

Chardin’s exploration of healing emerged through direct experience - first through plant medicines, then through subtle energy work. His work with master teacher plants unfolded over several years, bringing him into deeper relationship with nature as a healer. Later, under the guidance of a Chi Master, he began to work with the subtle frequencies of prāṇa/chi and the healing intelligence of energy. These experiences, alongside Reiki training, helped awaken an inner sensitivity and a calling to be of service and a guide to others on their own paths of healing and awakening.

Heather Leighton is a renowned spiritual teacher, coach, and speaker with a passion for guiding individuals on their paths of self-discovery, healing, and spiritual transformation. With over a decade of experience in health science, traditional Chinese medicine, life coaching, and shamanism, Heather's diverse background empowers her to offer unique insights and perspectives to her audience.

As the founder of Ankara Academy, Heather has dedicated herself to creating an online community that fosters inclusivity and belonging. Her signature courses have gained widespread acclaim for their exceptional blend of ancient wisdom and modern application, empowering participants to develop their intuition, align daily habits, and access their spiritual guiding team with clarity and structure.

Heather's expertise in coaching healer entrepreneurs and health practitioners facing burnout and loneliness sets her apart as an inspiring speaker for spiritual events. Her thought-provoking talks resonate with audiences seeking balance, self-care, and meaningful connections within the health and wellness industry.

Drawing from her background and experience, Heather's speaking engagements captivate and motivate attendees, encouraging them to embrace their intuition, find inner strength, and create profound shifts in their lives. By sharing practical strategies and real-life insights, she attracts clients who are eager to evolve, grow their practices, and find fulfilment while making a lasting impact on their communities and the world. Heather's presence as a speaker at spiritual events is a beacon of hope and transformation, guiding individuals on their journey to wholeness and purposeful living.

Selina began her yoga journey in 2023 after stepping away from a demanding career as a Paramedic with Ambulance Victoria. After more than three years of high-intensity frontline service, the emotional and psychological toll became overwhelming, prompting her to seek deeper healing and reconnection. A solo trip to Indonesia became the turning point, where she discovered yoga as a powerful tool for grounding, recovery, and inner transformation.

Inspired by its impact, she completed a 200-hour multi-style yoga certification, using the practice as a space to untangle past trauma and rebuild her sense of self. Her commitment to the path deepened, leading her to Rishikesh, India, where she completed an additional 100-hour Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training in early 2025. Since then, she has taught across multiple studios and facilitated a yoga retreat in Sri Lanka, sharing a range of styles with students from diverse backgrounds.

As an instructor, Selina is dedicated to creating a nurturing, inclusive environment where individuals of all ages and abilities can experience the empowering benefits of yoga. Her mission is to make yoga accessible to elderly students, people with disabilities, women, corporate groups, and anyone seeking meaningful connection and healing. Through her teaching and upcoming retreats, she hopes to offer others the same sense of peace, resilience, and self-discovery that yoga has brought into her life, and she looks forward to partnering with those ready to begin their own journey.

Cost of Retreat 

Escape for a week-long immersion into the raw, isolated, natural beauty of Sri Lanka. Unwind on long, golden beaches, surrounded by lush landscapes, where playful monkeys swing overhead, peacocks roam freely, and warm ocean swells invite you to an early morning swim. Our 6-day, 5-night retreat offers a yoga immersion in a remote paradise.

Retreat Cost: $2,830 NZD

(Excludes international airfares)

Airfares

Participants are responsible for arranging their own flights to and from Sri Lanka.

Accommodation

Includes private accomodations both private and shared (Enquire for options)

Yoga, Meditation Facilitation

6-day, 5-night of Yoga, Meditation and Dance provided

Meals

All meals are catered for with delicious, nourishing vegan dishes throughout the entire retreat

Transport

Transfer from Colombo airport to Talalla included 

Organisation & Facilitation Fee

This fee covers all planning, coordination, and facilitation for the week-long retreat

Total Investment - $2,830 NZD + Airfares

Payment Options:

Pay securely via PayPal or Bank Deposit.

Status: SOLD OUT

How the Booking Process Works

Reserve Your Space:

Complete the short form below with your name, email, and a brief message about yourself and what draws you to this retreat. (SEE FORM BELOW).

Receive Confirmation:

Within 24–48 hours, you will receive an email confirming availability and outlining the next steps.

Secure with Deposit:

A $625 NZD deposit for the retreat is required within 40 days to secure your booking.

Final Payment:

The remaining balance - $2,206 NZD is due 60 days prior to the retreat start date.

Welcome Pack:

Once full payment is received, you’ll receive a detailed Welcome Pack including travel information, meet-up location, what to bring, and pre-retreat preparation guidance.