/
Mindfulness Retreats in Australia/
Mindfulness Retreats in Lysterfield/
Rest, Relax & Reset
Rest, Relax & Reset
October 30 - November 3, 2026
Lysterfield, Australia
4 nights, 5 days
30 person retreat
Highlights
Relaxed, flexible schedule — no pre-dawn starts or demanding timetable.
Meditate your way — sit on a chair or cushion, lie down, or use a couch.
Plenty of free time — sleep, read, walk, spend time outdoors or simply do nothing.
Practical meditation instruction — explore different approaches and find what works for you.
Meditation + deep relaxation — alongside mindful movement, talks and group discussion.
Small-group personal support — opportunities to ask questions and get help with your own practice.
Chef-prepared vegetarian meals — with vegan, gluten-free and other dietary needs catered for.
Dandenong Ranges bushland setting — peaceful natural surroundings only around 40 minutes from Melbourne CBD.
Gentle approach to silence — quiet is encouraged without rigid “noble silence” rules.
Details
Imagine a quiet, nurturing few days where you can relax deeply, learn to meditate — or deepen your existing practice — and enjoy a simpler, slower pace of life. With everything taken care of, you’ll have space to step away from everyday demands, unwind and reconnect with yourself. Alongside meditation and mindful movement, there’ll be plenty of time to rest, read, walk, enjoy the natural surroundings or simply do nothing at all. Led by experienced teachers Matt Young and Deb Amos, the retreat is friendly, supportive and refreshingly laid-back. There are no pre-dawn starts, hours of enforced silence, long lectures or demanding schedules. Instead, you’ll be encouraged to find a way of practising that works for you. Throughout the retreat, Matt and Deb will introduce a range of practical approaches to meditation, share insights that can help you understand and deepen your practice, and create opportunities to ask questions and learn from the experiences of others. Whether you’re relatively new to meditation or have been practising for years, the intention is simple: to give you the time, space and guidance to slow down, practise well and return home feeling rested, refreshed and renewed.
Venue
Don Bosco Retreat Centre
4.3 ★ 11 Reviews
Don Bosco is the ideal venue for youth, school and adult groups to conduct their own retreats, staff seminars and workshops, personal development activities, training programmes, leadership courses, etc. - The Don Bosco Retreat Centre is nestled at the foothills of the picturesque Dandenong Ranges. - Surrounded by farmlands and offering stunning views of the Lysterfield Valley, we are the perfect venue for retreats, reflection days and continuing education programmes. -Conveniently located only 10 minutes from the Wellington Rd exit off Eastlink. Whether you are conducting a one-day or overnight programme, our facilities will suit groups of between 10 – 60 people, even more for single-day activities.
Garden
Towels
Kitchen
Free Parking
Shower
Bathroom
Accommodation
Single Room with Shared Bathroom
5 Rooms Left
Private room for 1
$1,095 USD total
1 / 1
You’ll stay at the peaceful Don Bosco Retreat Centre in Lysterfield, surrounded by beautiful bushland and open space. Accommodation is simple, comfortable and well suited to retreat life, with private and shared rooms available. The centre offers plenty of space to relax and unwind, both indoors and out. Accommodation is simple, comfortable and spread across three areas of the retreat centre. The main accommodation block offers single and twin-share rooms, with shared family-style bathroom facilities and a spacious living room overlooking the Lysterfield Valley. Edwards Cottage, a short walk from the main retreat centre, offers a smaller, more intimate setting with shared family-style bathrooms. For those wanting a little more privacy, four comfortable two-room flats are also available, each with its own ensuite and access to a shared living room.
Meals
Meals provided
Breakfast · Brunch · Lunch · Dinner
Diets catered
Vegan · Vegetarian · Gluten-free · Dairy-free · Nut Allergy Friendly
Vegetarian with capacity to cater for any dietary needs or preferences.
Testimonials
1 / 3
Hosts
Matthew Young (Melbourne Meditation Centre)
Melbourne VIC, Australia
"Refreshingly different." Matt Young creates down‑to‑earth, evidence-based practices for anxiety, sleep, and a broad range of common mental and emotional concerns. His friendly, light‑hearted guidanc...
1 language
English
Teaching for 9 years
Joined Insight Timer in Sep 2016
Deb Amos
Melbourne VIC, Australia
Deb is a qualified Meditation and Qigong instructor, a Spiritual Mentor, a Somatic Therapist, a Holistic Counsellor, and a Personal Development Coach. She has been deeply immersed in personal and spi...
1 language
English
Teaching for 5 years
Joined Insight Timer in Feb 2021
What's Included
Accommodation
Meals
Retreat program
Not Included
Flights
Transportation
FAQs
Cancellation policy
The remaining balance for the retreat is due 30 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 30 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 30 days before the retreat begins.
Silent Meditation Retreats
Silent Meditation Retreats in Lysterfield
Silent Meditation Retreats in Australia
Mindfulness Retreats
Mindfulness Retreats in Lysterfield
Mindfulness Retreats in Australia
Sleep and Rejuvenation Retreats
Sleep and Rejuvenation Retreats in Lysterfield
Sleep and Rejuvenation Retreats in Australia
