Escape to a rejuvenating weekend at our Whole-Food, Plant-Based (WFPB) Retreat, nestled in the charming seaside country town of Queenscliff, Victoria. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of plant-based living with hands-on cooking classes that make healthy eating delicious and fun. Discover the myriad benefits of a WFPB lifestyle through expert-led sessions and inspiring talks. Reconnect with your body and mind through daily mindset practices and serene beach walks that offer stunning coastal views. Bond with like-minded individuals who share your passion for wellness and healthy plant-based cuisine. Explore the quaint local shops, savouring the unique character of this picturesque town. Join us for an unforgettable experience where health, relaxation, and community come together in perfect harmony.

Total cost: $1,100

A $200 deposit is collected on registration. Once registered, you will be sent an invoice for the balance due no later than 14 days prior.

What's included:

2 nights accommodation in a room of your own (share bathroom)
Delicious plant-based meals from Friday evening to Sunday lunch (special dietary needs can be catered for)
Cooking demonstrations and workshops with an expert in plant-based nutrition
Plant-based nutrition education sessions with a nutritionist and lifestyle medicine doctor
Optional brief medical appointment (follow-up telehealth available)
Walks, yoga, lifestyle medicine workshops and much more.

About your facilitators

Anita Rickey is a Food Coach, plant based nutritionist, cafe owner and plant based chef. Anita is qualified in Lifestyle Medicine and facilitates on line coaching sessions with clients around Australia. Anita runs cooking classes and information sessions for various community groups and out of her cafe. Anita specialises in making healthy food taste delicious without spending hours in the kitchen. People have busy lives and most people want to eat healthy but want it to fit into their time schedule. Anita makes it accessible for anyone to be a plant based chef and live their healthiest life. Anita's website: surfcoastlifestylehealth.com.au

Dr Malcolm Mackay is a GP and lifestyle medicine practitioner with a special interest in helping people to get well with whole food, plant-based nutrition, and other lifestyle changes. Malcolm is a Board Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician and a fellow of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine and has a Graduate Diploma in Human Nutrition. After 40 years in general clinical practice, he is now focusing solely on using lifestyle medicine for the prevention, treatment and reversal of chronic disease. Malcolm provides telehealth video consultations to patients throughout Australia (see drmalcolmmackay.com.au). Malcolm is a member of the Advisory Council of the health charity Doctors For Nutrition. Malcolm and his partner, Jenny, provide nutrition and lifestyle education through their websites, social media, webinars, community talks, and 7-day immersion retreats in Victoria. Together, they have developed a nutrition website, wholefoodsplantbasedhealth.com.au and a lifestyle medicine website, melbournelifestylemedicine.com.au

Jenny Cameron is a nutritionist, wellness coach and research librarian. Jenny runs seminars, webinars, retreats and immersion programs focussing on plant-based nutrition and lifestyle medicine and provides nutrition consultations and coaching for clients looking to improve their health through optimising their diet and making other healthy lifestyle changes. Jenny has a Graduate Certificate in Human Nutrition, a Plant Based Nutrition Certificate (eCornell University), a level 2 Certificate in Wellness Coaching and is a Certified WellStart Health Coach. Jenny is a member of the Advisory Council of the health charity Doctors For Nutrition. Prior to her nutrition career, Jenny worked as a librarian in the university sector for more than 20 years.

Betty Chetcuti is a psychologist and Author of the amazing book, "My Vegan Cookbook." As a mum of three Betty loves cooking and believes in increasing and inspiring good health with plant based recipes to satisfy, nourish, heal and nurture. As a psychologist, Betty uses key principals to help take small steps and provide easy access to information and these small and simple changes can increase physiological and psychological health.

Program

Friday 18th October 2024

3pm Check-in
5.15pm Meet and greet and pre-dinner snacks
6pm Dinner
7-8:30pm Introduction to Nourish and Flourish weekend

Saturday 19th October

6:30am Morning activity: Sunrise walk and breath work
8:15am Breakfast
9-9:30am Cooking workshop. Muffins for morning tea.
9:30-12:30 Morning talks/discussion/workshop
12:30 Cooking workshop
1:00 Lunch
2:30-4:00 Afternoon talks/discussion
5:30 Cooking workshop
6:30 Dinner
7:15 Movie night

Sunday 21st October

7am Morning Activity
8:15am Breakfast
9:15-12noon Morning talks/discussion/workshop
12noon Cooking demonstration: Mexican
1pm Lunch
1-2:30pm Farewell chat and wrap up
3pm Checkout

FAQs

Can we get a discount if we have our own accommodation?
We pay a daily fee for the whole venue, so there’s no reduction in our costs if you stay/live elsewhere. We can only offer a token discount if you don’t use the accommodation at Whitehall. We strongly encourage everyone to stay overnight with us as we think this will lead to a better experience!

Terms and conditions

The $200 deposit is not refundable except in exceptional circumstances.

After you register, Jenny Cameron will send additional information and a form to fill out, which asks for special dietary requirements, accessibility needs and other relevant information. You will also be sent an invoice for the balance owed ($900), due by Friday 4th October.

If you have any questions, please contact Anita ph. 0425742005 or email: anita@surfcoastlifestylehealth.com.au