CURRENT EVENTS

Saturday 25th July 2026 SOLD OUT

Sunday 26th July 2026 ON SALE NOW

3pm - 6pm

COBURG VIC

$75

A restorative afternoon of deep rest and seasonal nourishment.

A Yoga Nidra journey followed by a warming winter Ayurvedic meal. 

Join us for a Winter edition of Nidra & Nourish, with Vanessa Caruso (The Healing Promoter, Clontopia) and Phillipa Joy (Ayurveda Joy), bringing together deep rest and seasonal nourishment.

Begin with a guided Yoga Nidra journey, a deeply restful experience, practised lying down, designed to calm the nervous system and reset the body and mind. The session is gently supported with breath awareness, subtle sound frequencies, and somatic movement to help you settle into the experience.

From here, ease into a warming Ayurvedic meal, thoughtfully prepared to support digestion, energy, and overall wellbeing during the colder months.

A simple, supportive way to slow down and take care of yourself this Winter.

No experience needed. All welcome.

SUNDAY 21st JUNE 2026

Two sessions: 

2:00pm - 4:30pm SOLD OUT

6:30pm - 9:00pm ON SALE NOW

HEALING TREE HUB: WALLAN, VICTORIA

$55pp

MEDITATION  CACAO  SOUND  CONNECTION

Join Vanessa Caruso (Clontopia, The Healing Promoter) and Sarah Xanthos (Healing Tree Hub) for a deeply nourishing afternoon welcoming the Winter Solstice.

A chance to acknowledge the season and take a moment to check in with yourself.

Time to explore what this seasonal change brings, share ceremonial cacao, and move into guided meditation.

Followed by homemade sweet treats and time to connect.

Limited spots. All welcome

Saturday 15th August

11am - 3pm at Clontopia, Clonbinane VIC
In a world that often pulls us into speed, noise and disconnection, this workshop is an invitation to slow down and centre through the senses.

Sensing Place is a 4 hour immersive experience held in nature, designed to gently guide you into presence, creativity and meaningful connection.

We begin by arriving together over warm tea and light nourishment, before moving into a guided meditation to settle the body and awaken awareness. From there, you’ll be led on a slow, sensory bush walk. An opportunity to notice, feel and gather what calls to you from the natural environment.

As we return, the space opens into an afternoon of quiet, intentional making. Using the materials you’ve collected, alongside thoughtfully provided elements, you’ll create your own sound chime. A personal object shaped by your experience of the day.

This is not about making something perfect.
It’s about noticing what you’re drawn to, what you’re holding and what you might be ready to release.

We close in a shared circle, allowing space to reflect, listen and integrate. 

Homemade food and warming beverages included.

You’ll leave with:

• a handcrafted sound chime to take home
• a deeper connection to your senses and surroundings
• a moment of pause in an otherwise full life

This workshop is for anyone feeling the need to slow down, reconnect and engage with creativity in a way that feels grounding, intuitive and real.

No creative experience is needed, just a willingness to show up as you are. All welcome.

Your investment:

$140 +bf

Afterpay available at checkout. If you require a payment plan, do not hesitate to contact us at clontopia@gmail.com conditions apply.

Please note: We will be walking together on Clontopia land as part of this experience. The landscape is hilly and uneven, so a moderate level of fitness and comfort walking outdoors is recommended. We will move at a gentle, mindful pace, with space to pause along the way.

Optional overnight stay:

For those wishing to extend their experience, there is an opportunity to stay overnight at Clontopia for an additional fee. A casual dinner and breakfast will be included plus a morning meditation practice. Any questions email Vanessa clontopia@gmail.com

FACILITATED by

Carole ‘CeeCee’ Francis (Meraki Making) and Vanessa Caruso (Clontopia, The Healing Promoter)

Click the link below for more information and to buy tickets.

A Winter’s Afternoon at Clontopia

A nourishing and warming gathering.

THIS EVENT HAS NOW SOLD OUT

Saturday 13th June | 1pm – 4pm

Clontopia, Clonbinane, Victoria

$50+bf

Step into the warmth of Clontopia this Winter for a slow and nourishing afternoon.

During the cooler months, the body naturally begins to slow down. With shorter days and less sunlight, our nervous system often leans more towards rest, making this a powerful time to support regulation, reduce stress, and restore energy.

Together, we will move through a series of gentle, guided practices including a focus on the breath, mindful movement, and meditation, each designed to calm the nervous system and bring you into a more settled, grounded state. Your experience will be elevated with subtle sounds and frequencies woven throughout the session.

This is a safe space to unwind and settle at your own pace. Everything is gentle, guided, and accessible. Nothing strenuous or overwhelming.

We will close the afternoon with a warming homemade afternoon tea, giving you time to sit by the fire, chat, and enjoy the surrounding nature before heading hone.

OPTIONAL OVERNIGHT STAY

If you feel like lingering a little longer and experiencing what Clontopia has to offer, an overnight stay is available at an extra cost (limited spots available) More details on request.

ALL WELCOME

No experience needed. Everything is guided and designed to be gentle.

YOUR HOST

Vanessa Caruso (The Healing Promoter) Founder of Clontopia.

Vanessa is a Pranayama, Meditation & Yoga Nidra teacher, a SoulNar Sound and Energy Practitioner and a Wellness Retreat Leader & Facilitator. She creates small, intimate experiences designed to help you slow down, reset, and feel more grounded, through breath, meditation, gentle practices, sound frequencies and connection to our natural surroundings.