Circle of Light 

A Soulful Day Retreat with Kate McLeay & Bridget Schaeffers

Sunday 30th March 2025 | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Koromiko Hall, Taruna College, Hawke’s Bay

“There is a light that shines beyond all things on earth, beyond us all, beyond the heavens, beyond the highest, the very highest heavens. This is the light that shines in your heart.” – Chandogya Upanishad

📝 A Note from Kate about this event- 

Bridget is one of my most cherished friends, and her presence alone is luminous. She carries a deep wisdom that is woven through her teachings with such grace, and it’s a privilege to collaborate with her again for this special day.

Together, we’ve designed this transformational day as a unique opportunity to journey through the layers of your being, reconnect with your inner radiance, and cultivate a sense of deep presence and peace.

Held in the nurturing magical space of Koromiko Hall at Taruna College, this retreat is a soulful invitation to pause, reflect, and embrace the light within you. You will be so welcome.

Love always, Kate

🌿 IGNITE RADIANCE | RESTORE BALANCE | CULTIVATE PEACE 🌿

Step into a day of self-exploration, mindful movement, and deep relaxation in the beautiful and tranquil setting of Taruna College. Through yoga, breathwork, guided reflection, and sound healing, we will explore the layers of our being and connect with the ever-present light at the heart centre.

This workshop is an opportunity to realign with your essence, release what no longer serves you, and integrate practices that bring clarity and empowerment to daily life.

📍 WHAT TO EXPECT

🌿 Opening & Grounding
A welcoming circle to set intentions for the day and acknowledge all that is you.

🌿 Slow Flow & Pranayama
Honour your body through a slow, intentional movement practice infused with breathwork. This session will be guided by Yoga Sutra 1.36: Visoka Va Jyotismati – “The luminous light that is free from sorrow.”

🌿 Morning Tea
A moment to pause, reflect, and enjoy nourishing refreshments.

🌿 Layers of Being Workshop
Guided by yogic wisdom, take a journey through the koshas – the layers of your being – and explore how to connect more deeply with your inner self.

🌿 Two-Course Plant Based Lunch
Enjoy a delicious, nourishing meal crafted from seasonal, local ingredients.

🌿 Illuminate You Workshop
Through self-reflection and shared conversation, explore what illuminates your light and what conceals it. Discover how our collective experiences unite us and learn ways to weave ritual and devotion into your daily life.

🌿 Luminous Yoga Nidra & Sound Healing
Sink into a deeply restorative yoga nidra practice guided by Kate, complemented by healing sound vibrations to integrate

✅ WHY ATTEND?

This retreat is your opportunity to pause, reconnect, and recharge. Rediscover joy, embrace your inner radiance, and step into your light in a nurturing, peaceful environment.

❓WHAT TO BRING

Bring an open heart and wear comfortable clothing for movement and relaxation. Yoga mats, bolsters, and blankets are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own if preferred.

🔥 COST & HOW TO BOOK

💰 $210 (includes GST)
Spaces are limited. Secure your spot today by booking via the link below.

👑 ABOUT YOUR HOSTS

❤️ Kate McLeay
Kate McLeay is a wellness mentor, yoga teacher, and retreat leader dedicated to creating transformative spaces for mindfulness, connection, and healing. With decades of experience guiding individuals and groups, she blends ancient wisdom with modern practices to inspire deep transformation and inner peace.

❤️ Bridget Schaeffers
Inspired by over 10 years of practice and study in yoga, meditation, and self-enquiry, Bridget is devoted to sharing the Eastern wisdom that has guided her journey back to Self. She creates sacred containers that inspire clarity, self-devotion, and presence, helping others illuminate their innate wholeness.

”Out beyond ideas
of wrong-doing and right-doing,
there is a field - I'll meet you there.
When the soul lies down in that grass,
the world is too full to talk about.“Rumi

📍 BOOKING CONDITIONS

Please note day retreat payments are non-refundable. If you book and life happens in a different wave, you are welcome to send someone in your place. If we can fill your spot, we will provide a full refund minus a 15% service fee.

“Let yourself be silently drawn by the strange pull of what you really love. It will not lead you astray.” – Rumi

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