Head in the Forest, Hands in the Society

Welcoming yourself just as you are through the healing rest of Yoga Nidra Meditation, self reflection and self-inquiry. Awaken to your true nature, embracing the alchemy of inner transformation, and embodying lasting peace while engaging fully with life and society.

*This is an iRest Institute Retreat and qualifies for iRest Certification.

Dates and Location

• Dates: November 27 – December 1, 2024
• Location: Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center, Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, Australia
• Format: In-person, Residential Retreat

About The Retreat

Join us for a nourishing five-day in-person residential silent retreat at the serene Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center, nestled in the tranquil Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, Australia. From November 27 to December 1, 2024, this retreat offers you the opportunity to step away from the busyness of daily life and immerse yourself in deep rest, self-reflection, and healing.

Through the practices of iRest Yoga Nidra, very gentle iRest in movement meditation (BodySensing and BreathSensing), and self-reflection time, you’ll be guided to embrace all parts of yourself just as you are. This retreat is designed to nourish your body, mind, and spirit, allowing you to reconnect with your true nature and foster inner transformation. Whether you are new to meditation or have years of experience, you will gain practical tools to integrate peace, compassion, and resilience into your daily life and interactions with the world.

Set in the peaceful surroundings of the Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center, this retreat will provide a nurturing environment for rest and renewal. It offers the space and support you need to deepen your heart-centered practice while being embraced by nature and community.

Retreat Benefits

This retreat offers a transformative and nourishing experience designed to help you:

• Reconnect with Your True Nature: Through iRest Yoga Nidra, movement meditations (BodySensing and BreathSensing), guided and silent meditation, and self-reflection, you will explore deeper layers of yourself, fostering inner transformation.
• Cultivate Inner Peace and Resilience: Learn how to embrace all parts of yourself with a heart-centered, welcoming presence. This retreat will provide you with tools to integrate compassion, peace, and resilience into everyday life.
• Rest, Heal, and Renew: The tranquil environment of the Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center and the nourishing practices of iRest Yoga Nidra will allow you to deeply rest, release stress, and foster healing. Stepping away from the daily responsibilities of life, you’ll have time to reset and rediscover a sense of inner calm.
• Develop Embodiment Practices: With guided movement meditations (BodySensing and BreathSensing), you will gently reconnect with your body, learning how to listen and respond to its natural rhythms.
• Interactive Dialogue and Discussion (Sangha): Engage in interactive discussions and dialogues with fellow participants, sharing insights and deepening your practice within a supportive community.
• Practical Integration and Do-Nothing Time: The retreat allows for time to simply “do nothing,” encouraging a break from daily responsibilities. You’ll leave with practical tools and experiences to integrate peace and presence into your daily routine, enabling a state of calm and balance even amidst life’s challenges.

About Fuyuko Toyota

Fuyuko Toyota is a certified iRest Senior Trainer, Retreat Leader, and Supervisor/Mentor. Since 1996, she has been deeply committed to the path of Yoga and ancient Non-dual wisdom. She is also a certified meditation teacher, a qualified Hatha Yoga instructor, and a Yoga therapist.

At her yoga studio, “Prema Yoga” on the Gold Coast, Australia, and internationally, Fuyuko integrates iRest and Self-Inquiry into her teachings of Yoga, Somatic body awareness, and meditation. In 2007, under the guidance of her spiritual teacher, Richard Miller, she gained a profound understanding of our true nature. This realization has led to a life filled with deep joy, wonder, and Stillness, inspiring her heartfelt wish to share these precious teachings with others.

Fuyuko teaches iRest trainings and retreats across Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and various Asian countries. Additionally, she has been assisting and co-teaching iRest trainings in North America alongside Richard Miller and other senior trainers.