The Energy Body - A Journey to Health through Sound and Light (Gold Coast)

Join us for a transformative one-day wellness experience! A first of many health series presented by 'Ananda Rainforest Retreat'.

SIX incredible health professionals at ANANDA RAINFOREST RETREAT for a 10-hour, 1-day immersive well-being journey - a SOUND, BREATH & MOVEMENT sensory experience…the first experiential workshop of our "Ananda Wellbeing Series". - A holistic vegan & gluten-free Morning Tea, Lunch & Afternoon Tea is all-inclusive to complement your day.

Workshop 1: focuses on unlocking optimal well-being through sound, breath, and movement. Ready to embark on a vibrant journey of holistic healing? Look no further! Our upcoming seminar empowers you with knowledge and tools to revitalize mind, body, and spirit. Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionize your well-being!

🌿 Health Evaluations: Gain insights into your current health status through evaluations by a clinical naturopath and quantum energy expert. Understand strengths and areas for improvement to achieve wellness goals.

🥗 Healthy Lunch: Nourish your body with a nutrient-rich lunch curated to support well-being, satisfy taste buds, and fuel the body.

⚡ Energy Measurement: Explore the realm of energy, learning to harness and balance your vital life force. Discover techniques to optimize energy levels for vitality and overall wellness.

🔍 Iridology: Experience the art and science of iridology, analyzing intricate eye patterns for valuable information about physical and emotional well-being.

🧘‍♀️ Stress Reduction Breathwork: Learn practical techniques and breathing practices to regain inner peace, serenity, and vibrant health. Manage and alleviate stress, leading a more balanced life.

🎶 Sound Therapy: Immerse in the healing power of sound, using resonant frequencies and vibrations to restore balance, reduce anxiety, and promote well-being: experience Gong, Flute, Japanese Frequency plates, and the unique Armonica.

🌿 Forest Bathing and Negative Ions: Dive into nature's embrace, experiencing its profound healing powers. Forest bathing, merging nature and mindfulness, rejuvenates mind, body, and spirit—encounter epiphytes, plants that coexist symbiotically with trees, contributing to forest health. Breathe forest air rich in negative ions, scientifically linked to relaxation, stress reduction, and mood enhancement.

🧘‍♀️Explore Chinese Qigong: an ancient practice with extraordinary health benefits. Qigong cultivates vital energy through gentle movements, breathwork, and focused intention. This holistic system promotes optimal health and well-being by harmonizing and enhancing the flow of Qi (life force energy).

Schedule for the day:

8:00 am - 8:15 am: all facilitators, led by Kyra + Asmaa (MC)

Welcome and Check-in (intro round names + inner weather) Introduction of the day and agenda
Including Introduction to the Energy Body - Physical, Emotional and Spiritual (framing the purpose and intention of the day)

8:15 am - 9:30 am: Iridology + Bio Energy = Kyra & Gary

Health Check individually, free time to integrate, walk, drink tea arrive, when not your turn
Option 2:

- 2 groups split between Kyra and Gary

- To choose between Bio Energy or Iridology

9:30 am - 10:15 am: Adam Breathwork Workshop

10:15 am - 10:45 am: Morning Tea + talk on EMF 10:45 am - 12:00 pm: Leith

Sound Therapy- with the Gong Master

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm:

11:45 pm - 12:00 pm: Kyra introduces lunch and herbs as medicine Lunch break - Vegan, Gluten Free

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Alan

Forest Nature Walk led by Ananda owner Alan

2:00 pm - 2:30 pm: Sandy

QiGong - Increase your energy through movement

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm: Afternoon Tea and Questions and Answers

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Chiho Kagawa (Chitta)

High-Frequency Sound Therapy with Crystal Armonica

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm: Kyra and Gary

• -  Introduction / framing: Wholistic Health and Stress Reduction? (5 Gary 10 min)
• -  Then 2 groups to close and test results from the morning
  • -  Bio-Energy Kyra and
  • -  Heart/Brain Coherence follow-up tests

5:00 pm - 5:45 pm: Chiho Kagawa (Chitta)

Japanese Healing Bowls Healing Session

5:45 pm - 6:15 pm:

Check-out circle, what’s your main takeaway / what are you taking home with you?
Wrap-up and Conclusion

ANANDA is a meditation and wellness retreat centre nested in 19 acres of exotic rainforest and breathtaking views. At ANANDA you can immerse yourself in natural beauty, de-stress and gain vital knowledge for a healthy, prosperous and meaningful life. 

ANANDA means bliss in Sanskrit, and it is a sacred natural space dedicated to helping you:​

Reconnect with yourself & nature  

Meditate & Heal 

Live with Wisdom, Joy and Purpose.

Presenters:

Kyra Roberton

Clinical Nutritionist | Herbalist | Energetic Healer

Kyra holds 15+ years of professional experience in clinical practice, with a more recent alignment towards the healing arts and naturopathic care at wellness retreats and rehabilitation centres Australia-wide.

Kyra’s passion lies in educating, assisting and improving the levels at which we can all heal by feeling the rhythms of nature to help like-minded spirits achieve a thriving sense of wellness and longevity in areas surrounding nervous system regulation, mental health, psycho-neuroembryology, natural fertility and more.

Gary Donin

EMF Radiation Consultant | Quantum Health Engineer | Geobiologist | Biomedical Engineer | Biohacker

Gary's approach to health is through the transformative methods of biohacking, quantum physics and technology.

Guided by the mantra, "If we can't measure it, we can't improve it," Gary brings a unique perspective to the realm of health and well-being. Holding degrees in Electronics, Electrical, and Biomedical Engineering, he skillfully merges the principles of natural medicine, healing, and cutting-edge technology. His expertise primarily centres around the intricate realms of the body's electric and energetic systems.

With an unwavering dedication to empowering individuals, Gary envisions a future where the realms of technology, quantum physics, nature and spirituality seamlessly converge. He believes in harnessing the innate healing abilities of each individual and combining them with the potential of technological advancements. 

A groundbreaking paradigm of comprehensive well-being and holistic health can be attained by harmoniously integrating these elements.

Leith James

International Gong Master & Sound Therapist

Completing his Gong Master Training (levels 1 & 2) with Grand Gong Master Don Conreaux at Yoga of Holistic Resonance & Sound Therapy training at the Brittish Academy of Sound Healing, as well as certified SomaEnergetics Practitioner.

Leith draws on 15 years of extensive experience facilitating personal sound healing, group meditations, live events & sound immersion sessions as well as corporate wellness programs, gong training and workshops locally and internationally.

Passionate about sharing the joy and wisdom of this powerful and ancient art form and healing modality with others, he now teaches through his training programs and courses and is a strong advocate for the benefits and research of gong and sound healing to support mental health and holistic wellbeing.

Adam Kaoulloas

Breathwork Expert and Wim Hof Method Instructor

Former professional boxer Adam Kaoullas has been in the health industry for 12 years. 

In his first degree, he majored in applied Kinesiology and worked for a USA rehabilitation centre, helping people regain their motor skills and even walk again. 

In studying for his second degree in Chinese Medicine, he fell in love with the practices of Yin + biochemistry which he now applies to his love of Breathwork. ​

Outside of Breathwork, Adam is an experienced Anatomy + Physiology Teacher with Yoga Alliance International and teaches 200HR, 300HR + 500HR Yoga Teacher training.

Chiho Kagawa (Chitta)

Sound Healing

Chiho, a qualified sound healer, channels the group's energy into an improvised piece using the Crystal Armonica, crystal bowls, her voice, and other instruments. 

Her primary goal in sound meditation is to achieve healing frequencies that yield tangible results. Participants have experienced various forms of healing, including trauma release, as a result of Chiho's captivating sound movements, particularly when the Armonica and her voice stimulate their pineal glands.

Chiho has received training in sound healing under the guidance of Jonathan Goldman, a highly renowned sound healer. Additionally, she holds a Graduate Diploma in Music in Secondary Educationand and was also  invited to present the Armonica and her experiences at the "Healing Power of Music" forum hosted by Griffith University's Conservatorium.

For over two decades, she has brought her sound healing and chanting/kirtan expertise to international venues such as yoga studios, events, schools, and festivals. 

Hsiao-Ying Tung (Sandy)

QiGong Instructor.

Sandy is a seasoned meridian massage therapist with a wealth of experience spanning over two decades. With a deep belief in the power of universal energy, Sandy combines ancient practices with modern techniques to promote overall well-being. 

Drawing from over 15 years of Qigong expertise, Sandy guides individuals through a series of key exercises that trace their roots back to the Bhuddisatwa Era, a remarkable 5000-year-old tradition. These specially tailored exercises have been thoughtfully crafted to help maintain a youthful body and enhance vitality.