Blue Mind Wellness Day 2026

A CELEBRATION OF MOVEMENT, MINDFULNESS AND THE OCEAN.

Join us for BLUE MIND WELLNESS DAY in Port Melbourne. a full day by the sea dedicated to movement, meditation, and mental wellbeing. From sunrise yoga and pilates to sound healing and Qi Gong, this is a community celebration of wellness for all bodies and levels.

What is the Blue Mind?  It is the calm, 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 $99

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:

Sunrise Yoga and Pilates

Disco Yoga and Qi Gong

Nervous System and Mindful Workshops

Meditation, Mindfulness and Art Gallery.

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

Tickets 

• General Admission: $99pp for the day includes entry to all sessions (YCY will donate $5 of every full price ticket to Beyond Blue) 

• Seniors/concession: $60pp 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. 

FAQ:

What do I need to bring?  BYO yoga mat and any other props that feels good for you (there will be limited yoga mats available at both venues), props, blankets if desired, water bottle, coffee cup

What does my ticket include?  Your ticket price includes entry to all sessions and $5 of every 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.

Sessions at The Chandlery will be running 15 mins earlier so if it fills up you will have time to drift over to The Yacht Club (3-4 minute walk away)

With two venues running at The Chandlery (smaller venue) and PMYC 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 most sessions and 45 minutes if you change venues from The Chandlery to the PMYC. As The Chandlery sessions will run 15 minutes earlier. Please be aware there is only 15 minutes between sessions if you change from PMYC to The Chandlery (which is only a 3-4 minute walk away)

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 our favourite local Canecoco (juices and soups) World famous Jocks Ice cream. There is lots of cafes (one directly next door at Chandlery) Cafe Bella Cosi within very short walking distance of both venues, there will be a coffee truck from 7am to 2pm at PM Yacht Club (sells chai too)

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 and cooling

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 

                      Port Melbourne Yacht Club

Downstairs - main stage 

7:30 - 8:30am Sunrise Yoga: with Kellie de Burgh

9:15 - 10:15am Ocean Flow - the Second Wave with Justine Davis

10:45 -11:45am Himalayan Breathwork & Kriya Yoga with Emma Strembickyj

12:15 - 1:15pm  Pilates with Lorraine Magasanik

1:45 - 2:45pm Disco Yoga with Nickie Hanley & DJ Pete Mac

3:15-4:15pm  Sound Healing with Valli Maine 

Upstairs - Workshops & Social Connection Hub

9:15-10:15am Nutrition for Hormone Balance with Elly McLean

10:45-11:45am Mindfulness Workshop - Implementing Mindfulness in daily life with Hugh Lee

12:15- 1:15pm Nervous System Workshop and the Innate Healing potential of the Body 

with Peta de Burgh 

1:30 -3:00pm Connect & Explore: Wander the Social Connection Hub, meet local groups, (Ice Bergers, Heather Cunsolo) discover Port Melbourne walking tours, and step into the world of sailing with a warm Yacht Club Intro

1:30pm - 4pm Space to relax and connect

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 - 1pm Balance Replenish Restore - Supporting Hormonal Change Through Yoga with Justine Davis

1:30 - 2:30pm - Art of Deep Rest - Yin & Yoga Nidra with Hugh Lee

3-4pm Meditation (beginners welcome) with Danielle Joan Pollock

Downstairs - Art Gallery

10:30- 11:30am Curiosity Plays : A Mindful Nature Art Ritual with the Artist, Sheryl Cole (our Blue Mind T-Shirt artist )

12:00 - 1:00pm In Conversation with Bayside Photographer & Writer , Fifi Basile

1:30pm - 2:30pm In conversation with the Artist, Helen Williams

Beyond the class schedule, there's plenty to explore, connect with, enjoy throughout the day:

8:00am Meet the Icebergers at Port Melbourne beach left side of PMYC (dogs beach) for a community dip together (free to attend) and a dance session afterwards on the side deck

Discover Sailing Tour with PMYC

Market Lane with great food & Coffee by locals Tommy Pizza, CaneCoco, Jocks Ice Cream, Mother City Chai

Live podcast - have your say about yoga

Free 1:1 yoga therapy instruction

Ice Baths - 10am -12noon : Hot showers available !!

Raffle Prizes donated by our beautiful community with all proceeds going to Beyond Blue