A retreat to awaken the soul...
High in the lush mountains of North Queensland lies a sanctuary where time slows, the air softens, and you can finally hear yourself breathe again. The LIVE AND BREATHE Yoga Retreat at Mt Jukes is your invitation to step away from the noise of everyday life and rediscover what truly matters: presence, peace, and purpose.
In 2026, join Allison Dearling, founder of Live and Breathe Yoga, for a rejuvenating retreat designed to restore balance in body, mind, and spirit. Set within the breathtaking Mt Jukes Eco Retreat, this experience blends the transformative depth of Ashtanga yoga with the grounding calm of nature.
It’s not about escaping your life; it’s about returning to it, renewed.
A place that brings you back to yourself...
Hidden among the green folds of Mt Jukes, surrounded by ancient trees and sweeping mountain views, this retreat offers more than just a few days away.
It’s an intentional pause, a chance to reconnect with your practice, your breath, and yourself.
Mornings begin with mist rolling through the valleys as the shala fills with soft light. Evenings end with candlelit meals, laughter, and stillness beneath a canopy of stars.
Guided by Allison Dearling, senior yoga teacher known for her warmth, experience, humour, and grounded wisdom, you’ll be held in a space that encourages curiosity, kindness, and transformation on and off the mat.
I loved the time to pause life a little. I came alone but left with new friends and a deeper love for my practice. I already can't wait for the next one!
The Rhythm of Your Days
Your days at Mt Jukes flow with ease, structured enough to guide you but spacious enough to breathe.
Morning Practice
Awaken with the sun for guided Ashtanga yoga, pranayama, and meditation in the open-air shala. The mountain breeze and birdsong will become part of your rhythm as you build strength, clarity, and calm.
Afternoon Renewal
After a nourishing lunch, the afternoons invite rest or exploration. Enjoy restorative workshops, journalling by the creek, gentle hikes, or simply floating in stillness beneath the trees.
Evening Connection
Gather for wholesome meals prepared with love, then unwind with meditation, mantra, or quiet conversation under the stars.
No rushing. No pressure. Just space to move, to breathe, and to be.
Nourishment from inside and out...
Food is an essential part of the retreat experience. Each meal is freshly prepared with local ingredients and an abundance of care: colourful, nourishing, and deeply satisfying.
Expect vibrant vegetarian dishes, fresh salads, herbal teas, and wholesome treats that keep your energy grounded and your heart full.
Meals are enjoyed together in a shared dining space overlooking the mountains, a time for connection, laughter, and gratitude.
I look forward to the retreat each year. It's a time for me to immerse myself in my practice and challenge myself in a safe space. I always love learning something new about my relationship with my yoga practice. It’s a time and opportunity to quietly reflect or simply some me time. One also has the opportunity to connect with and grow friendships with fellow yogis.
I have gained self-awareness, self-love and forgiveness, yoga skills and a new appreciation for the practice, and so much positive energy and support from Allison and the other participants. I was intensely mentally and emotionally scattered when I first arrived. What Allison and the community created on this retreat has reset my focus and my energy. I feel reconnected to myself, my power and my potential.
Your experience includes:
6 nights luxury accommodation
3 off the chart delicious meals per day
catered by our wonderful onsite yogi chef
2 inspiring yoga classes a day
Time to rest and enjoy the natural surroundings
Specially curated welcome gift bag on arrival
About Allison,
our retreat leader
I’ve been running retreats for over 10 years (teaching for 20 years), and they hold a special place in my heart. There’s something truly magical about stepping away from the noise of everyday life and immersing yourself in a space dedicated to growth, connection, and inner peace. I love creating retreats because I get to witness powerful transformations—guests arriving feeling stressed or disconnected and leaving grounded, revitalised, and inspired. Sharing practices like Ashtanga, pranayama, and deep relaxation in beautiful, tranquil settings is an absolute privilege
The retreat provided an opportunity to reset. Waking with the sun, moving in silence while listening to the ocean breath offered time to reflect, to connect and share in the practice of yoga. A supportive nurturing week led by Allison providing wisdom and inspiration. Sharing meals with others during the retreat is a wonderful way to continue new connections and enjoy delicious food while taking in the tropical restorative vibes.
Your typical day on retreat
Silence before breakfast
6:00 AM – Ashtanga yoga and pranayama session
9:00 AM – Delicious group breakfast
Time to swim, read, walk, explore local shopping, laze, sauna, have a massage
12:30 PM – Delicious group lunch
More free time to do or not do whatever you like
3:00 PM – Afternoon restorative session or workshop
6:00 PM – Delicious group dinner
Early bedtime if you want some quiet downtime
This retreat is one of most wholesome experiences of my life.