Blue Mind Wellness Day 2025

JOIN US FOR A DAY OF CELEBRATION OF CONNECTION, COMMUNITY, BODY, BREATH AND THE OCEAN.  

Deep Dive into wellness at BLUE MIND WELLNESS DAY in Port Melbourne. It will be a day of exploring wellness from sunrise to sunset overlooking the water and experience the benefits of the blue mind. 

What is the Blue Mind?  It is the calm and meditative state our brains and bodies enter when we are near, in, or under water.  Water is scientifically proven to lower stress, ease anxiety and enhance feelings of happiness and connection.  

Water quietens all the noise, all the distractions, and connects you to your own thoughts' - Dr Wallace J. Nicholls marine biologist author of The Blue Mind 

One Inspiring Day, Four beautiful spaces, Sixteen incredible sessions all for just $75 until June 30th

Prices rise July 1st to $95

Blue Mind Wellness Day will unfold across two stunning venues - Port Melbourne Yacht Club and The Chandlery - both just steps from the sea.    

What's On

You'll be guided through a full day of wellness practises including:

 Yoga and Pilates

Groove Yoga and Qi Gong

Nervous System Education, Wellness Workshops and Talks

Meditation, Mantra & Chair Yoga 

Sound Healing Journeys .... and so much more to nourish mind, body and soul. 

Tickets 

 Early bird pricing available until 30 June 2025 (prices increase to $95 from July 1st)

• General Admission: $75pp for the day includes entry to all sessions (YCY will donate $5 of every ticket to Beyond Blue) Prices rise to $95 on 1st July

• Seniors/concession: $50pp for the day includes entry to all sessions. (valid card must be shown on the day).

• Pay it forward: $75pp Gift wellness to a frontline responder or someone experiencing financial hardship in our community.  Prices rise to $95 on 1st July

FAQ:

What do I need to bring?  BYO yoga mat, props, blankets if desired, water bottle, coffee cup

What does my ticket include?  Your ticket price includes entry to all sessions and $5 of full price ticket goes to Beyond Blue

Do I need to bring my ticket on the day?  Yes please arrive at PMYC, about 15 minutes earlier than your first session you would like to attend and we will swap your ticket for a wrist band which allows you to attend all sessions all day, and come and go as you like.

Can I book in advance to any of the sessions? Sessions will run on a first-come first-served basis  - so no need to pre-book.  We recommend arriving at least 10 minutes early to secure your spot if there is a special session you like.  

With two venues running simultaneously and at least two (often up to four)  sessions offered at any one time, there'll be plenty of space for everyone. 

Will there be time to get from one session to another? Yes there is 30 minutes between all sessions

Can I leave and come back during the day?  Yes!  You're free to come and go as you like.  When you arrive, you'll exchange your ticket for a wristband, which gives you access to all venues and sessions throughout the day. 

Will there be stairs? Yes both venues have an upstairs about 15 steps at each, both venues have a downstairs with 3 steps at each.  PM Yacht club has a ramp for easy access to downstairs venue

PM Yacht Club: 38 Beach St, PM Upstairs and Downstairs

The Chandlery: 67 Beach St, PM Upstairs and Downstairs

Will there be food available? Yes there will be a local home made pizza van (at PMYC) and there is lots of cafes (one directly next door at Chandlery) within very short walking distance of both venues, there will be a coffee truck from 7am to 10am at PM Yacht Club 

What do I wear? comfortable clothes for you

Are children under 18 allow to attend? Yes, we love kids! they will need have purchased a concession ticket and be accompanied by an adult over 18

Will the schedule change? While we aim to stick to the schedule as planned, occasionally sessions may shift due to unforeseen circumstances.  We'll do our best to keep everything running as listed below and will communicate any changes on the day.  There will be posters around with Schedule for the day

Are the venues heated? Yes all rooms have heating

How far is Port Melbourne Yacht Club to The Chandlery? 3-4 minute walk

Any other questions? reach out to Jus and Kel hello@yachtclubyoga.com 

                      Schedule: Port Melbourne Yacht Club

Downstairs - main stage 

7:30 - 8:30am Gentle Sunrise yoga: move and breathe like water with Kellie de Burgh

9:00 - 10am Ocean Flow with Justine Davis

10:30 -11:30am Himalayan Breathwork and Kriya Yoga with Emma Strembickyj

12:00 - 1pm  Vinyasa with Tommy Kende 

1:30 - 2:30pm Groove Yoga with Nickie Hanley 

3:00-4pm  Restorative Yoga and Sound Healing with Valli Maine 

Upstairs - Workshops with herbal tea served all day

9:00-10am Your Next and Best Chapter: A Life Design Workshop with Dr Kim and Prue Watty

10:30-11:30am Nuture Health: Pause, Reflect, Thrive with Dr Andrea Speed

12:00 - 1pm Nervous System Regulation and the Innate Healing potential of the Body with Peta de Burgh 

1:30 -2:30 Space to come and connect and have a cup a tea and a home made pizza

3:00 - 4:00pm Space to come and connect and have a cup a tea and a home made pizza

Schedule: The Chandlery (drift across the road, 67 Beach St) 

Upstairs

9:00 - 10am  Qi Gong with Kaia de Burgh

10:30 - 11:30am Saltwater Yin and breath with Kellie de Burgh 

12: 00 - 1pm Foundations & Movement + Mantra for beginners with Larrisa Lewis

1:30 - 2:30pm Pilates with Lorraine Magnasanik

Downstairs

10:30 - 11:30am Chair Yoga with Justine Davis

12:00 - 12:15pm What is the Blue Mind? with Justine and Kellie

12:00-2:30pm Explore Port Melbourne: Guided Heather Cunsolo Port Phillip councillor

• Port Melbourne Historical Society

• Social Connection Hub

• Local Business Hub 

• Visit Port Melbourne