fasting Retreats

After recently completing a water fast at Wind Spirit Retreats, I felt deeply called to put into words just how grateful I am for the care I received from you both. From the moment I arrived, I felt completely held, supported, and safe. Undertaking a water fast is a vulnerable and deeply personal journey, yet at every stage I felt nurtured, respected, and genuinely cared for. Your calm presence created an environment where I could fully surrender to the process with trust. The depth of your experience and knowledge is truly beyond words. It’s not only what you know - it’s how you share it. With such grounded wisdom, compassion, and integrity, you guided me through each phase with reassurance and clarity. I always felt seen, listened to, and understood. This experience was far more than just a fast - it was transformative. I am walking away feeling renewed physically, emotionally, and spiritually. This experience is one I will carry with me for the rest of my life. It has become a truly unforgettable chapter in my journey. Thank you both for your dedication, your gentleness, and your incredible hearts. What you offer at Wind Spirit Retreats is truly special.

I just want to say a massive thank you to both Sharon and David from Wind Sprit for welcoming me with such open arms into their beautiful home to do a five night juice detox retreat. I felt at all times held, listened to and supported throughout my retreat. The setting is just so stunning! So beautiful within the container and protection of the mountains. Sacred Wollumbin, the cloud catcher, (Mt Warning) guarding over me throughout my stay. It really was a very special and sacred healing time for me!! The one on one journey process that I had with David was very powerful and healing for me and I left the retreat with clarity on what path I will take. Thank you so much 🩷 P.S. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who is looking to do a fast but this a lot more and deeper than just a fast, this a sacred healing place.

I stopped my blood pressure meds to go on this retreat (with GP support). I have a diagnosis of CFS and Long Covid (plus other labels) and wanted to give my body a real rest and a chance to reset. I aimed to do 5 days on water and 2 on juice. I did 7 days on water. I could easily have gone longer. This retreat is so well organised and everything is taken care of. There was a consultation beforehand with advice on how to prepare for a water fast. Actually the colon cleanse filled me up so much I didn’t want to eat much! There was advice on how to slowly and safely transition back to food. The whole process was carefully and professionally supported by daily tracking of vital body functions. My blood pressure went high at first but came down to roughly what it had been on meds, I also lost some weight. Now a month later my blood pressure has returned to the normal range. I loved the energy of the mountain and the energy of the trees. So grounding and supportive. And the long view of the caldera. Sharon and David were very attentive to everyone’s needs and were always available to support, advise or have a conversation. They are so caring and nurturing and respectful. I felt so held and cared for. Emotion came up a few days in, not because I tried, it seemed like my body was in charge. My body was triggered by a noise and a clinching in my gut. Then waves of emotion arose, again and again with memories. What a great place for this to happen, where there was support. I loved the swimming pool. With body support from a pool noodle plus netting sling, I was able to exercise my legs free from the weight of my body. At this beautiful place there was plenty to do to aid the detox process and plenty of time to rest and be still. Not only that but it was a small group of people, so plenty of space to be on my own or with others. And the retreat was in Sharon and David’s home which felt safe and personal. I am so grateful to Sharon and David and grateful that I decided to go. (from New Zealand) This was my first ever fast of any kind and I am hooked on the power of fasting to rest and heal the body, when it takes place with all this kind of support.

I have just had six very special nights at Wind Spirit. Five days of detoxing the mind and body. It has been the most powerful experience that I have ever encountered. I have learnt so much about myself, experienced a lot of healing as well as personal growth.‍For the first time in a very long time I have felt safe, calm and excited about life.I couldn't have asked for better hosts in David and Sharon. From the moment I stepped into their sacred space they welcomed me with open arms and showered me with wisdom, guidence, support, love and kindness. I'm walking away from Wind Spirit myself again, with the knowledge, tools and power to create magic on this earth. Wind Spirit will always hold a special place in my heart. Thank you! 🥰

Wind Spirit is the most magical property sitting in the heart of the Wollumbin Caldera surrounded by sub-tropical rainforest and flanked by volcanic, rocky, mountains. As soon as you drive up the winding driveway something special descends upon you, some sort of magic weaves its way into your being and into your heart. You know instinctively that you have come to the right place. A place where you can heal, be quiet, listen to and feel the land, yourself, and be lovingly embraced. And then, as if this land can’t speak any louder, once out of the trees one is greeted by the most spectacular view. The main homestead lies in a large clearing looking straight out to Mt Wollumbin (Mt. Warning) in the East, Mt. Bithongabel to the North, and Sphinx Rock stands centaur just to the South. Here pre-dawn wanderings and meditation reward the early riser with the first rays of sunshine caressing Mt Wollumbin’s flanks. The five days are spent under the expert guidance of Sharon and David. Days that are spent detoxifying our physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual realms. The organic juices and broths are lovingly prepared every two hours using Sharon’s professional knowledge as a naturopath. The body feels completely nourished. Each day you rise with the cacophony of bird calls to walk, do gentle exercises such as yoga and tai chi, breathing techniques and meditation all outside underneath the expansive sky. Days are spent having a Journey Process, which helps to clear blockages that we carry from our lives, swimming in the magnesium pool, lounging in the infra-red sauna, walking the many trails, quietly reading, or sleeping on the Bali beds dotted around the property, and chatting with the small group of like-souled people on retreat with you. Wind Spirit also offers the most profound Kahuna/Hawaiian massage, soul readings, and Iridology/Scherology readings. The beauty of Wind Spirit is that one never feels rushed or too much is being packed into one day. It just gently unfolds allowing you to flow into what is feeling right for you at any given time. Time to relax in the large stone bath that sits outside underneath the stars, feeling the warmth of the day still seeping out of the smooth rock into your body. Ceremonies are thoughtfully created and held throughout the retreat to connect you with what is unfolding within you. The elements of Earth, Water, Air, Fire and Sky are deliberately tuned to all that is being created and delivered at Wind Spirit. Making one aware of what food we are putting into our bodies, keeping up our water intake, breathing deeply, moving our bodies, and connecting to the bigger picture. All the while Sharon and David are effortlessly caring for, suggesting, and creating a space that is honouring YOU. Importantly, the time spent at Wind Sprit has stayed with me as I have come home to navigate the busy engagement of life. The shift that has taken place is that I consciously want to look after my body - I care what I am putting into it and how it is feeling, and each day I am choosing this change. I am conscious of my self-talk, and I am kinder to myself. I am staying on my own page rather than veering onto others' pages. I am stopping stories from gathering momentum in my head. I am listening to myself better…trusting my age-old wisdom of intuition. I am responding once again from my heart rather than from the armour that was developed to protect myself. I am more present with myself, my family and with nature. As I said I have done many retreats and personal development courses in my 54 years, and Wind Spirit’s detox retreat wove its magic and created a lasting shift in my cells. With deep gratitude, I thank Sharon and David and the energy of Wind Spirit. If anyone has the calling to go, to dive deep and to look after yourself so that you can be the best version of yourself, I unequivocally highly recommend Wind Spirit.

Being a Juice Cleanse Virgin, I did not know what to expect! AND the way that David and Sharon hold a wonderful nurturing space, enabled me to surrender into the experience rather than me feeling like “missing out on food; doing hardship.” The Cleanse is expertly planned to release toxins in the body and supported with Body Movement, Emotional healing, Trauma Release, Massage, Magnesium pool, and Rest. The Juices are every 2 hours, and I found I was not hungry at all. The mountains, trees, earth, birds nurtured me in an added invisible embrace. It’s a subtle process that is both gentle and powerful. I began to feel space in my body again, connected in a way that has been missing for so long. A new and healthy approach to food has been born and old patterns fell away with ease. My eyes sparkle and are clear, the body feels clean, the mouth fresh. Coming home, I am sleeping deeper, have more energy, feel lighter and more alive in my body, AND perhaps the biggest surprise for me personally, there is an ease in choice and an appreciation in foods that are good for me. Without any effort and in this short time my neuro pathways have changed the way I think about food. All power to Sharon and David who offer this and other retreats at their most sacred and wonderful Wind Spirit. Truly a wonderful life changing experience.

Firstly, deeply and truly truly, Thank you both!! I have learnt and I believe embodied SO MANY new ways of living and eating...some I knew and have just amplified but the eating thing, it’s on a whole other level now. It’s quite beautiful...None of which existed before and all of which perhaps even needed this life learning I’m living through to transform me.. all of which needed my full immersion into Wind Spirit. I feel the changes. I’m living them & I'm loving them. You are both so deeply and incredibly gifted with the depth you hold space. It wasn’t lost on me just how big the last week was on your energies either, on your personal cups, but even with this your generosity of ensuring our cups were always filled was deeply felt. Sending much much, much love & heartfelt thanks to you both!

Designed by Sharon and David from the knowledge of naturopathy, personal experience, and wisdom, the invitation to join the Juice Detox Retreat in February 2023 was exactly what I needed. The Retreat really began beforehand for me, as Sharon provided some preparation guidance. Walking through the spacious front door the view of Wollumbin in the distance was beckoning. The accommodation and facilities were perfect. Sharon and David generously paid attention to every detail and I was wanting for nothing more. All meals and juices were tasty, bursting with nutrition, and filling. Daily movement, time for rest and reflection, massage, and gentle guidance and discussion complimented the healing process. I feel lighter physically, mentally, and in spirit. This retreat was a ‘re-set’ for me after a long period where self-care was not a priority. I have a renewed love and respect for my body. Thank you Sharon and David.

I am grounded, I am deliberate, I am slowing down and I am trusting. These are a few of the amazing gifts I received during the 5 day Juice Cleanse at Wind Spirit. David and Sharon have created the most magical and nurturing space on Mt Burrell, surrounded by rainforest with views of Wollumbin; there is both space and intimacy. There is earth, air, water and fire to connect to and lean on when needed. There is a space for every moment and an acceptance that wherever you are in your journey you are welcome, loved and embraced. Every detail was taken care of in the luxury accommodation, every need was met with carefully planned nutrition during the cleanse, powerful healing processes and a Kahuna massage that released anything that was left. A true exploration and cleanse of the body, mind and spirit, beautifully supported by grace, the land and our amazing hosts Sharon and David. Thank you.