Dearest friends on the path of well-being,
Sarah and I are delighted to welcome you to a day for just YOU. Please take a few moments to stop, enjoy your breathing, and read up about our upcoming day together.
Date/Time
Saturday, July 4, 2026 from 9am-3pm. Please arrive at around 8:45am so you have plenty of time to joyfully use the toilet, set up your mat, greet one another, and settle in. We kindly ask that you put your phone on silent and out of sight. This day is for you. Of course, we understand if you need it out for family emergencies. We also encourage you to stay for the entire day to take refuge in the nurturing support of the community and Mother Nature.
Location
Valdora Community Hall, 360 Valdora Road, Valdora QLD 4561
If you know someone attending the retreat as well, please carpool as parking is limited at the hall. When you arrive, kindly park on the right hand side along the fence or in front of the hall. Please double park so we can use the open field on the left hand side for Qi Gong practice and mindful walking (weather permitting).
CORK BLOCKS
What to Bring
A beginner's mind & your lovely smile
Water bottle
Your travel thermos - we will practice tea drinking meditation in the morning - the hall has mugs you can borrow as well
We recommend wearing layers
A light blanket may be useful for savasana/lying down
Sneakers/shoes for outdoors Qi Gong and mindful walking (weather permitting)
A pair of indoor slippers or shoes - the hall may not be perfectly clean
a) A yoga mat
b) Two cork yoga blocks for magical self-acupressure, you might want to carry the practice with you at home. You can purchase them for $10 each at K-Mart.
c) A bolster or 2 big sleeping pillows
d) Any extra props you need for comfort (The hall has chairs if you prefer sitting on chairs for some activities)
Schedule - with focus on “winter reset” (for kidneys)
9am Welcome circle & intentions setting
9:30am Qi Gong and breathwork to release tension and support energy flow
10:15am Guided mindful walking
10:30am Tea & fruit break
11am Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and mindfulness discussion/lecture for kidneys/winter
12pm Lunch
1pm Self-acupressure for relaxation and digestion
1:30pm Restorative Yoga for nourishment (kidneys)
2:30pm Finishing circle
3pm Finish for the day
Scent-Free
In consideration of others who have allergies, including Hang & Sarah, please come scent free – kindly avoid perfume/cologne/scented products/essential oils. Thank you.
Photography
We respect your privacy and would love your permission to take a few photos during the retreat. We’re not after full face shots, mostly as a group from the side or behind. If you’d prefer to stay out of the camera’s loving gaze, just come have a quiet word with us on the day. No paparazzi energy, we promise.
Contact Details
In case you get lost, are running late, or need to get a hold of us for tea or coffee dates, here is Hang’s mobile number to call or text: 0437 181 579
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at hello@saigonom.com We’re always happy to hear from you.
We look forward to spending a rejuvenating day with you very soon.
A lotus to you,
Hang & Sarah
