What's on at Hillwood Meditation Centre
Details of activities
Open Tutorial with Steph - Saturdays 9:45-10:45am, $10
You are welcome to drop in for a cuppa and ask anything about meditation or ask for an impromptu meditation lesson. The session will adapt to the needs of those who turn up. No bookings required.
Meditation Meetings with Steph – Every Sunday, Tuesday & Thursday 10:30-11:45am, $10 or $5
We are a strong friendly group and we love receiving newcomers! We start with a chat and a discussion topic, then we have a 20-25 minute silent meditation with tips for beginners. No bookings required. Meetings are usually held as normal on Public Holidays except Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Saturday Early Express Meditation with Steph - Saturdays 8:45-9:45am, $10 or $5
A longer meditation (30 minutes silent meditation) with a short warm-up and debriefing afterwards. A great start to the weekend.
Yoga with Ruth Murphy - Mondays 5:45-7:00pm, $25/$20/$15
This is a meditative, slow-paced yoga class suited to a wide range of abilities. If you have any concerns about your mobility you are very welcome to talk to Ruth before the class starts. You will need to arrive about 15 minutes early to set up for the class and bring a water bottle and a yoga mat if possible (a few are available if you don’t have one). The cheapest option is to book 10 sessions for $200 (or $150 concession). Alternatively you can book 5 sessions for $110 (or $85 concession) or try a single class for $25 ($20 concession). Contact Steph to book your place.
STARTS 30 APRIL:
Zumba with Heather Ferguson - Sundays 8:00-9:00am, Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm, $10
Heather, a member of the Zumba Instructor Network, will be holding three Zumba classes per week at the Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre from 30 April. The cost is $10 (or 10 sessions for $85) and you don't need to book ahead. For updates about classes and any inquiries, see Heather’s Hillwood Zumba Facebook page.
Ladies Group
The Hillwood Ladies Group meets at the Hillwood Meditation Centre on Wednesday mornings for most of the year. This is a peaceful, supportive group of women who get together to chat, laugh and share a cuppa. Knitting, jigsaws and colouring books welcome. Members pay $4 per visit and are expected to come weekly if possible. Please get in touch if you are interested in becoming part of this group.
RESUMES 5 MAY
Not-Church with Steph - Sundays 9:30-10:15am, $5
With similar ingredients to a church service but with no beliefs assumed, this session includes songs (you are welcome to listen without singing), moments of gratitude and appreciation of nature through a slideshow, plus a few deep thoughts. If you want to stay on for the Sunday Meditation Meeting at 10.30am there is time to grab a cuppa between the sessions. Please let Steph know if you are coming.
Counselling or One-to-one Tuition, Flexible times, $70 per hour
Consultations are available with Steph at her premises in Hillwood for counselling, goals coaching or meditation tuition. Please contact Steph to arrange a time that suits you. There is more information about Steph's qualifications here.
Accommodation or Retreats for Individuals or Groups
Accommodation is available at the Farmhouse Retreat beside the Hillwood Meditation Centre or at the guest wing at Steph's home (affectionately known as the Goldilocks Retreat) 3km away on the same road. Accommodation starts at $65 per person per night at the Goldilocks Retreat. Minimum stays and group sizes apply for the Farmhouse Retreat. Please contact Steph to discuss dates and fees. There is more information about retreats here.
MONTHLY ACTIVITIES
Retreats - Recommended weekends: 1-2 June, 29-30 June, 27-28 July, 24-25 August, 21-22 September
On these weekends there is both a Mental Health Care session on Saturday afternoon and a Soul Searching Session on Sunday afternoon in addition to the normal morning timetable, so these are ideal weekends to book a couple of nights in the Goldilocks Retreat (for individuals or pairs) or Farmhouse Retreat (for your group).
Mental Health Care with Steph- 3:00-5:00pm on Saturdays 1 Jun, 29 Jun, 27 Jul, 24 Aug, 21 Sept, $25
A two-hour group session including Mindfulness meditation and Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy techniques. Please contact Steph to book your place. Accommodation available.
Soul Searching with Steph - 2:00-4:00pm on Sundays 2 Jun, 30 Jun, 28 Jul, 25 Aug, 22 Sept. $25
A two-hour group session including a longer meditation (45 minutes of silent meditation with warm-up - it's easier than you think!) and time to reflect on your deepest questions. Please contact Steph to book your place. Accommodation available.
You are welcome to drop in for a cuppa and ask anything about meditation or ask for an impromptu meditation lesson. The session will adapt to the needs of those who turn up. No bookings required.
Meditation Meetings with Steph – Every Sunday, Tuesday & Thursday 10:30-11:45am, $10 or $5
We are a strong friendly group and we love receiving newcomers! We start with a chat and a discussion topic, then we have a 20-25 minute silent meditation with tips for beginners. No bookings required. Meetings are usually held as normal on Public Holidays except Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Saturday Early Express Meditation with Steph - Saturdays 8:45-9:45am, $10 or $5
A longer meditation (30 minutes silent meditation) with a short warm-up and debriefing afterwards. A great start to the weekend.
Yoga with Ruth Murphy - Mondays 5:45-7:00pm, $25/$20/$15
This is a meditative, slow-paced yoga class suited to a wide range of abilities. If you have any concerns about your mobility you are very welcome to talk to Ruth before the class starts. You will need to arrive about 15 minutes early to set up for the class and bring a water bottle and a yoga mat if possible (a few are available if you don’t have one). The cheapest option is to book 10 sessions for $200 (or $150 concession). Alternatively you can book 5 sessions for $110 (or $85 concession) or try a single class for $25 ($20 concession). Contact Steph to book your place.
STARTS 30 APRIL:
Zumba with Heather Ferguson - Sundays 8:00-9:00am, Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm, $10
Heather, a member of the Zumba Instructor Network, will be holding three Zumba classes per week at the Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre from 30 April. The cost is $10 (or 10 sessions for $85) and you don't need to book ahead. For updates about classes and any inquiries, see Heather’s Hillwood Zumba Facebook page.
Ladies Group
The Hillwood Ladies Group meets at the Hillwood Meditation Centre on Wednesday mornings for most of the year. This is a peaceful, supportive group of women who get together to chat, laugh and share a cuppa. Knitting, jigsaws and colouring books welcome. Members pay $4 per visit and are expected to come weekly if possible. Please get in touch if you are interested in becoming part of this group.
RESUMES 5 MAY
Not-Church with Steph - Sundays 9:30-10:15am, $5
With similar ingredients to a church service but with no beliefs assumed, this session includes songs (you are welcome to listen without singing), moments of gratitude and appreciation of nature through a slideshow, plus a few deep thoughts. If you want to stay on for the Sunday Meditation Meeting at 10.30am there is time to grab a cuppa between the sessions. Please let Steph know if you are coming.
Counselling or One-to-one Tuition, Flexible times, $70 per hour
Consultations are available with Steph at her premises in Hillwood for counselling, goals coaching or meditation tuition. Please contact Steph to arrange a time that suits you. There is more information about Steph's qualifications here.
Accommodation or Retreats for Individuals or Groups
Accommodation is available at the Farmhouse Retreat beside the Hillwood Meditation Centre or at the guest wing at Steph's home (affectionately known as the Goldilocks Retreat) 3km away on the same road. Accommodation starts at $65 per person per night at the Goldilocks Retreat. Minimum stays and group sizes apply for the Farmhouse Retreat. Please contact Steph to discuss dates and fees. There is more information about retreats here.
MONTHLY ACTIVITIES
Retreats - Recommended weekends: 1-2 June, 29-30 June, 27-28 July, 24-25 August, 21-22 September
On these weekends there is both a Mental Health Care session on Saturday afternoon and a Soul Searching Session on Sunday afternoon in addition to the normal morning timetable, so these are ideal weekends to book a couple of nights in the Goldilocks Retreat (for individuals or pairs) or Farmhouse Retreat (for your group).
Mental Health Care with Steph- 3:00-5:00pm on Saturdays 1 Jun, 29 Jun, 27 Jul, 24 Aug, 21 Sept, $25
A two-hour group session including Mindfulness meditation and Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy techniques. Please contact Steph to book your place. Accommodation available.
Soul Searching with Steph - 2:00-4:00pm on Sundays 2 Jun, 30 Jun, 28 Jul, 25 Aug, 22 Sept. $25
A two-hour group session including a longer meditation (45 minutes of silent meditation with warm-up - it's easier than you think!) and time to reflect on your deepest questions. Please contact Steph to book your place. Accommodation available.