Looking for a way to recharge, reset and reconnect?

Our fast paced world and urban lifestyle can contribute to our rising stress levels. Stress can negatively impact our moods, emotions and our physical bodies. Forest therapy is a proven technique that helps reduce stress associated with our busy modern lives.

Forest Therapy comes from a Japanese public health practice called 'Shinrin-yoku'. Known in Japan as 'forest bathing'. Forest Therapy is an evidence based public health practice of guided immersion in nature. It supports our physical and mental wellbeing by taping into the healing benefits of the forest. As Dr Q Lee says, the practice of 'shinrin-yoku is like a bridge, it bridges the gap between us and the natural world'.

Forest Therapy supports our mental and physical wellbeing by reigniting our relationship with nature through sensory, creative and gentle physical activities. It provides an opportunity to just be in the moment, to feel calm, while restoring our connection to nature. Making time for Forest Therapy helps us to cope with the demands of our busy lives.

This is a 3.5 hour guided Forest Therapy experience. It is suitable to anyone over the age of 12 years. Participants should be able to walk at a slow pace, and mostly we go over gentle terrain. Moderate fitness levels are required. There is some sitting on the ground.

Things to bring on a walk

A small day pack with water, snacks, sunblock, sanitiser, insect repellent and personal medications with you is recommended, for the trail.

Dress appropriately for the weather, wearing a waterproof outer layer, and closed, sturdy shoes, trousers optional. Don’t forget to bring a hat.

If you want to sit on the ground feel free to bring something to sit on a light fold up stool, chair, waterproof barrier, or blanket. I suggest a small back pack as you will want your hands free to fully engage in nature.

The event will go ahead even in rainy weather. If we need to cancel due to inclement weather, or notifications from council or parks authorities, you will be notified either before or on the morning by 8:00 am. Please ensure mobile contact is provided to allow confirmation text to be sent.

Meeting place is The Forest Path, Sir Bertram Stevens Drive, GPS co-ordinates: Forest Path, Royal National Park, Sydney