Finally. You.
Return to Yourself Retreat, South Africa
11-20 Dec. 2026 | 12-21 Feb. 2027
If you're a woman who has spent years building a life around everyone else, yet somewhere along the way lost touch with yourself, this retreat is for you. From the outside everything may look fine, but inside you're emotionally & physically exhausted, disconnected, or standing at a crossroads, longing for clarity and space to breathe. Join us for the Return to Yourself Retreat in South Africa and give yourself ten transformative days to restore and reconnect with yourself again.
Imagine thisβ¦
You wake each morning to the gentle wash of the Indian Ocean, the warm South African sun on your skin, and a deep peace that spreads slowly into your soul. There is something uniquely alive about this place β an energy that awakens your own vibrancy, reminding you of the joy, connection, and aliveness that already live within you.
You begin to feel like yourself again.
WHY YOU'RE HERE
You've spent so long taking care of everyone else that you've lost touch with what you need or who you are.
From the outside, your life looks fine. On the inside, you're running on fumes.
Your body aches and feels like you are constantly carrying tension and stress.
You find you have lost your joy and feel down.
You feel stuck in the same repetitive cycles.
You are seeking your purpose in life.
You feel emotionally and physically exhausted.
You are in a transition in your life and need clarity or direction.
THE VENUE / VILLA - Where you will be staying
The house offers a beautiful distant view of the ocean and is just an eight-minute walk from one of Plettenberg Bay's most beautiful, unspoiled sandy beaches. The outdoor area features a spacious, shaded veranda as well as a swimming pool with an expansive pool deck, sun loungers and garden.
The villa accommodates up to 11 guests and consists of a main house with four bedrooms, a large open-plan kitchen, and a combined dining and living area. There's also a separate self-contained apartment that sleeps a further three people. The villa is three years old and stands out for its high-quality, modern finishes and generous sense of space.
All bedrooms have their own en-suite bathroom with shower. Beds can be arranged as single or double, offering maximum flexibility for guests. A place that makes ease and well-being palpable.
THE CUISINE - What will nourish you
This is your time to let go of cooking, planning, and caring for everyone else. Simply sit down, exhale, and enjoy beautiful, high-quality meals lovingly prepared for you β food that doesn't just taste incredible, but leaves you feeling lighter, clearer, and energised from within.
Using fresh, seasonal ingredients from local producers, we prepare a rich, thoughtfully curated buffet for you each day β fine muesli, fresh fruit, hearty specialties, freshly baked goods, and nourishing dishes. You'll enjoy daily brunch buffets and six dinners, plus snacks β mostly vegetarian and vegan, with gluten-free options. Coffee, tea, fresh fruit, and little treats are available throughout the day.
THE JOURNEY - Your days in South Africa
Discover the schedule of the LifeFlow360 Method used.
This retreat takes place in a beautiful, luxurious beach house on the Garden Route, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa β nestled in stunning natural surroundings, with plenty of space to arrive, let go, and recharge. Mornings begin with invigorating yoga and breathwork; afternoons invite deep relaxation and quiet moments with yourself.
Welcome to Plett!
After your arrival, you'll be brought to the villa together with the group from George Airport. Once you've settled in, you'll take a walk to the beach to arrive and ground yourselves, accompanied by a welcome glass of sparkling wine and getting to know each other. The evening rounds off with a relaxed dinner.
You'll start your day with an invigorating yoga session and breathwork in the garden, followed by a fresh, seasonal brunch. The afternoon is entirely yours β enjoy an Ayurvedic Marma massage or a full-body massage, relax by the pool, swim in the sea, read a book, or take a small shopping trip into town. Before dinner, a guided meditation awaits you, before the day closes with a shared dinner under the stars.
After your morning Yogalates session and a relaxed brunch, you'll head out on an optional excursion to Birds of Eden and Jukani, where South Africa's fascinating birdlife and impressive encounters with wild cats await you in a unique natural setting. In the evening, you'll enjoy dinner at a beautiful restaurant, savouring the flavours of traditional South African cuisine with a good glass of wine.
The day begins with Kundalini Yoga to stimulate the glandular system, followed by a generous brunch. The afternoon is yours β treat yourself to a massage or explore Plettenberg Bay with a relaxed walk, browsing the shops, or enjoying the best coffee and cake at one of our favourite cafΓ©s. Later, you'll join an Ayurveda workshop and learn how to bring more balance into your everyday life. The day closes with a shared Ayurvedic dinner.
You'll start the day with Yogalates and a relaxed brunch, followed by a kinesiology workshop where you'll learn how to test yourself β and others β for what truly supports you. In the afternoon, you'll visit a beautiful wine farm and enjoy a tasting of regional wines. The evening closes with an atmospheric sunset picnic on Robberg.
The day begins again with Kundalini Yoga, followed by a generous brunch. Afterwards, you'll take a trip to the local market and enjoy a leisurely walk in Nature's Valley. The evening is spent at sunset at Enrico's Restaurant, right on the sea.
The day begins with your usual practice. Afterwards, you'll have free time β to relax, book a massage, spend time at the beach, or browse the shops. In the afternoon, a breathwork workshop awaits you, followed by a soothing Yoga Nidra for the deepest regeneration of your nervous system. The evening closes with a lovingly prepared dinner around the fire.
After your morning practice and a beautiful brunch, you'll take a breathtaking hike on Robberg. The evening closes with a relaxed barbecue at home by the open fire, with shared stories and connection.
After your energising practice, you'll visit the Garden Route's best-known market β Wild Oats β known for its variety and enchanting atmosphere. You'll spend the rest of the day relaxing by the pool or the sea, before a beautiful meditation rounds off the day. Your farewell evening is spent in a stylish setting at the wonderful African restaurant Zinzi.
Refreshed and recharged, you'll begin your journey home β or extend your stay. We'll take you back to George and say goodbye with love and gratitude for the special time we got to share together.
WHAT YOU'LL LEAVE WITH
New clarity, fresh energy and a deeper connection to yourself.
A new perspective on your life, your decisions, and the situations you find yourself in.
Tools from yoga, psychology, nutrition and energetics that you can actually use once you're home.
A body that feels reconnected β through yoga, breathwork, massage and kinesiology.
Your joy back, and a sense of direction you can trust.
New connections and friendships with women who understand.
A mentor in Teresa, who continues the journey with you from anywhere in the world.
The clarity to shape your life consciously and powerfully.
The knowledge of the LifeFlow360 Method that works the whole you β not just one part.
"A truly wonderful and enriching experience β beautiful yoga, a breathtaking villa and the warmest host. If anything, it ended far too soon. I didn't hesitate to book again."
-Andrea
THE LOCATION - Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
Plettenberg Bay is one of South Africa's most beautiful coastal towns, known for its wide sandy beaches, stunning nature, clear waters, and its special blend of calm, beauty and vibrancy. Highlights of the region include Robberg Nature Reserve with its breathtaking views and hiking trails, the area's pristine beaches, and the Garden Route's diverse wildlife and plant life.
The combination of nature, space, relaxation and inspiring excursion options makes Plettenberg Bay a truly special retreat. Our villa sits in a quiet location β away from the bustle, yet close enough to fully enjoy the beach, nature and the special atmosphere of Plettenberg Bay.
Getting to Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
If you're travelling from Europe, the US, the UK, the Middle East, or elsewhere in the world, you'll first fly into one of South Africa's major international airports β usually Cape Town International or OR Tambo International in Johannesburg.
From there, you'll take a short domestic flight direct to George Airport, where we'll collect you and bring you to the villa along a beautiful scenic route along the Garden Route.
Domestic flights to George run daily with several airlines and are generally simple and affordable to book.
WHAT'S INCLUDED & WHAT'S NOT
10 days / 9 nights in a beach villa
15 meals (brunch & 6x dinner) + snacks
Complete yoga program & workshops
Transfer to/from George Airport
In-house chef
Local guide & on-site support
Entry to Birds of Eden & Jukani
Eating out
Massages
Flights
Alcohol, wine tasting & local specialties
Shopping, tips
RESERVATION & CANCELLATION
Your booking is confirmed with a deposit of β¬500 (non-refundable), with the balance due no later than 40 days before arrival.
Cancellation by you:
More than 90 days before the retreat: any payments made beyond the deposit will be refunded.
60β90 days before the retreat: 50% of the total retreat price will be refunded.
Less than 60 days before: no refund, but you may transfer your booking to another person or request to carry the amount forward to a future retreat.
Cancellation by us:
If the retreat is cancelled by the organiser due to unforeseen circumstances, all payments made will be fully refunded.
DATES
11-20 December 2026
12-21 February 2027
MAX. NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
Small - limited places - 11 people
PRICES
Single room β’ β¬3,000 p.p.
Double room β’ β¬2,400 p.p.
Adjoining apartment for 3 people β’ β¬2,000 p.p.
Your Host for This Retreat:
My yoga journey began in South Africa in 2004, and since 2007 it's been my life's work β teaching yoga, breathwork and meditation, and training the next generation of teachers. Over two decades I've guided countless people, and women in particular, through the moments in life that matter most.
My path has been anything but conventional. I'm a certified Rapid Transformation Therapy Practitioner (hypnotherapy), NLP practitioner, deeply trained in Hatha and Vinyasa yoga, Ayurveda, SOMA breathwork, somatic awareness, life coaching, and Founder of the LifeFlow360 Method. But woven through all of it is a lived experience no textbook can replicate β my own long walk back to myself, through yoga, breathwork, hypnotherapy and the kind of radical honesty that changes everything.
I don't work on one part of you β I work on all of you, because that's the only way real change holds. I connect the dots you cannot yet see, and hold the space you may never have had. I bring every bit of that to this retreat, so you leave not only rested, but genuinely, lastingly changed.
FAQ
No. The yoga here is designed for real people, not lifelong yogis. You don't need to be flexible or experienced β the movement is gentle, guided, and meets you exactly where your body is.
The group is deliberately kept small. Many women come alone and feel at home from the very first day. Teresa personally makes sure you feel welcome, surrounded by like-minded women going through the same thing.
LifeFlow360 is a method Teresa Summer created that works on the whole person together, using a variety of modalities and frameworks.
Most approaches focus on just one entry point. A therapist works on the mind. A nutritionist works on food. An energy practitioner works on the energetic level. But these aren't separate systems β they affect each other constantly. Real, lasting change happens when all of it is addressed together.
We try to accommodate everyone as best as possible. We offer payment plans and this can be discussed.
If you're truly looking for results, it's highly recommended that you do. That said, if you're not comfortable with something and want to skip it, you're free to do so.
Meals are mostly vegetarian and vegan with gluten-free options, made fresh from local, seasonal ingredients. If you have specific requirements, please let us know.
Bring general holiday clothing and comfortable gym wear. Swimming gear and sunscreen are recommended. We provide yoga mats, but you're welcome to bring your own. Please bring a journal or notebook.
Plettenberg Bay is considered one of the safest and most peaceful coastal towns in South Africa. Teresa has lived in South Africa for many years and knows the country and region very well β you're in experienced and caring hands. Throughout the retreat, everything is well organised, excursions are accompanied, and great care is taken to ensure everyone feels safe, comfortable and cared for.
No β the retreat does not take place in a malaria area or near a risk zone. No specific vaccinations are generally required to enter South Africa. If you have health concerns or specific pre-existing conditions, we recommend consulting your doctor before travelling.
You'll first fly into one of South Africa's major international airports β usually Cape Town or OR Tambo (Johannesburg). From there, you'll take a short domestic flight to George Airport, where we'll collect you and bring you to the villa.
We're happy to help with things like recommended flight routes, airport transfers, accommodation before or after the retreat, as well as general travel questions.
Yes, you have the option to extend your trip with a two-day safari, which we're happy to organise for you. You can also fly directly to Cape Town before the retreat and travel the Garden Route to Plettenberg Bay, or enjoy this stretch after the retreat on your way back to Cape Town. We're happy to help you plan your onward travel or stay.
"My life has never been the same since this retreat. I now have a much clearer understanding and perspective of my life."
-Gabi, (Switzerland)
"I can't believe I thought it was too expensive, considering everything I received. Other healing modalities have cost me far more, yet I never gained as much from them as I did from your retreat."
-Nina, (United Kingdom)
"Even after six years, I'm still reaping the benefits of this retreat. It has replaced therapy for me and has saved me a lot of money."
-Karin, (Austria)
Finally. You.
Return to Yourself Retreat
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