Rendezvous Party Retreat
Find your fun.
January 4 - 6, Bellingen, NSW
Ignite your new year in an enchanted castle, with a weekend of music, magic, and merrymaking
in the mystical mountains of Bellingen.
We believe fun is an essential part of wellness, we love to delight your senses,
and we don't adhere to "regular" retreat rules like no caffeine or even a cheeky cocktail.
We understand some of you prefer sleeping under the stars, and others an opulent castle suite,
so we cater to both these tastes, and most things in between.
Rendezvous party retreat helps you find your fun, ignite your inspiration,
and remember the beauty of being human. We bring wellness to the party.
Our Theme: Joyful Pilgrims
This edition of Rendezvous is inspired by the theme Joyful Pilgrims, because we are not tourists but TRAVELLERS journeying through life, seeking to live a rich existence, taking the road less travelled, connecting with locals, and always finding adventure, love, and music. Our weekend will encourage and empower you to step into the new year as travellers feeling inspired, clear, and ready for the journey ahead.
MUSIC
The first pillar of Rendezvous is Music; the invisible force that unites us in dance, song, rhythm and harmony.
MAGIC
Our second pillar is Magic; the practice of personal transformation, through contemporary rituals and sacred ceremony.
MERRY MAKING
Our third pillar is Merry Making; the art of creating joy, celebrating life, and experiencing meaningful moments together.
Your Hosts, Rache and Andre
Ceremonialist and Breathwork guide Rache Moore and DJ/Yogi Andre Meyer welcome you to their home for an unforgettable weekend of joy, connection and revelry. They have traveled the globe sharing their uplifting, mystical, and ecstatic experiences, and it's their great pleasure to unite like minded community in paradise at Rendezvous Party Retreat.
Andre facilitates his enlivening yoga class in the morning, and carries us through the night with his global beats and enigmatic rhythms.
Rache will guide her signature Cacao Love Ritual and guided breath experience for restoring harmony and inner radiance.
They are dedicated to honouring the sacred and celebrating the cycles of life with music, movement and magic. They reside at Evermoore in Bellingen, where they nurture heart-centred, high vibe community through events, retreats, rituals and soulful experiences.
Ceremony with Gumbaynggirr Elder Uncle Micklo
Celebrating and respecting Indigenous culture is a foundation of our experience, and we are honoured to welcome Gumbaynggirr elder Uncle Micklo to open the retreat with a smoking ceremony and welcome to country.
Contemporary Ritual is woven throughout the retreat, adding an enchanting layer of spiritual connection and exploration, deepening our relationship to the sacred within life.
Nurturing these aspects of ourselves is an essential ingredient to intrinsic happiness and a sense of wholeness.
GOYANU Live in Concert
Brazil born, Leandro Cunha is an artist attached to nature and its energy, inspired by the Divine and ancient sounds. Goyanu refers to the name Goyaz which comes from an indigenous community in the heart of Brazil. The term "gew ya" means "same people" or "as one".
Frequently playing and participating in the electronic music festival scene since 2005, Goyanu’s performances have been remarked to “dancing with smile on the face”. Since release of his first album Origens 2018, Goyanu’s music has gained great acclaim around the globe with concerts and festivals in Indonesia, Brazil, Portugal, Spain, Germany and UK.
Poetry of a Pilgrim ~ Ellen Patterson
Expect the unexpected as exotic tales from far off places are shared by the fire, around the table, or by the babbling river bed.
A fine curator or moods and atmospheres, Ellen is a creative being sprinkling whimsicality and joy with every breath. Propelled by insatiable curiosity she has travelled to, as well as lived in, obscure corners of the world, deepening her connection with humanity. She truly lives for art, surrealism and to uncover deeper meaning within. She wrote her first poem 10 years ago in Cuba, and has been exploring and enjoying this art form ever since. “To be able to encapsulate what I observe: emotions, complex thoughts, metaphors, irony & injustice - so many things - all within a delightful poem, is truly a cathartic gift.
Song Circle with Hayley and Sal
Singing together is one of the most profound yet simple ways to release endorphins, serotonin and dopamine. Local vocal artist Hayley Egan will lead us in a liberating vocal workshop to create inner and outer harmony together as the sun sets on Friday.
Live in Concert
Enjoy being serenaded by Hayley and Sal's Italian folk music and enchanting gypsy vibes during dinner on Friday night. Whether it’s singing up a storm, running a multicultural festival, or serving the best pizza in town – Hayley Egan and Salvatore Rossano are partners in music, art and life. They are prominent creative figures in our creative town of Bellingen, with their wonderful annual Taranta Festival, plus Sal feeding the township with his weekly woodfired Italian pizzas, and Hayley sharing community choir and vocal workshops. They have toured their music around the world and we are incredible excited to welcome them to Rendezvous Party Retreat.
Afro-Brazilian Magic and Movement
with Beatriz De Moraes Pinto
Beatriz is a dancer, performer and conduit of magic through movement. We're so excited to welcome her to Redezvous Party Retreat to lead us in a workshop of liberation, joy and self expression.
We will learn about the cultural symbolism of Afro Brazilian dance and devotion to Oshun, the Orixa (Goddess) of the rivers who brings beuaty, destiny, sensuality and love.
Originally from Brazil, Beatriz was born with the rhythm and grace of dance in her veins. She's incredibly passionate about Afro Brazilian culture and dance, where the connection between body and spirit is the drum beat. Get ready to get loosen yourself, connect with the beat of your heart, the song of the spirits and DANCE.
What is a Party Retreat?
We are not another wellness retreat.
We are not another festival.
We are not another party.
We are all the above, woven into a joyful rendezvous for your heart, mind and body.
We believe retreats exist to inspire and refine ourselves so that we can return to our lives changed in some way.
We want everyone to enjoy themselves whilst remaining clear and present. So, if you choose to enjoy a cocktail or two, moderation is appreciated, and we encourage you to please save substances for another occasion, Rendezvous is not the place for pills and powder.
Example Daily Schedule
8am Yoga with Andre
9am Breakfast
10am Freetime / Swimming / Massage
11.30am Breathwork & Cacao with Rache
1pm Lunch
2pm Freetime / Swimming / Massage
3.30pm Dreamtime stories with Uncle Micklo
5pm Crafternoon
7pm Sunset Cocktails and Dinner
8pm Castle Costume Party
Private Treatments
We carefully plan your experience with the perfect blend of rest and play, with six "free time" sessions so you can relax, connect, explore, and soak up the healing beauty of simply spending time in nature. You can also choose to book a private treatment with one of our trained therapists. Please text them directly to book your treatment.
$120 for 75 minutes, please enquire and book directly:
Energy Healing
with Sabia Vardy
0405 002 864
Sabia uses sacred geometry which is ingrained in our DNA, to tap into your energetic system, giving you a deep cleanse. Followed by psychic channelled downloads.
Reiki and Massage
with Shane Blythe
O428 306 403
Shane is a Reiki Master Teacher, Intuitive Masseur, Sound/Energy Healer and trained Trauma Awareness Practitioner. Shane combines modalities to offer a personalised guided healing experience.
Swedish Massage
with Lucie Sramkova
0435 956 859
Through intuitive touch, you're invited to let go and unfurl into the bliss of being to feel nourished, deeply relaxed and more grounded within yourself. Lucie's craft is listening to your body and crafting a journey to melt your walls and open you back into the flow of life.
Earth Grounding Bliss Massage
with Ash Divine
0411 288 759
Full body massage of fluidity, right pressure & flow where you’re taken into deep pleasure & relaxation. Ending with a light sound bath to leave you in a state of absolute bliss.
The Venue
Evermoore Castle is a beautiful three-level chateau located on a lush 12-acre property just ten minutes from Bellingen town. It was designed and built by Rache's Aunt Barbara.
During your stay you can explore the river, forest, and even make a trip into Bellingen to look around.
The Disco Studio and Homestead are located 100 metres away, overlooking the mountain range with a huge wrap around verandah and indoor fireplace.
We have space for several tents and campervans on the land for those who prefer to sleep closer to the earth.
Here's what past Rendezvous guests have said...
"100 out of 5 stars. I feel I lived my very own fairytale. From start to finish Rendezvous was a whimsical, nourishing, playful, thoughtful & welcoming experience." - Ellen P
"Rendezvous creates magical, non-judgemental play spaces anchored in authentic lightness and kindness that support connection, community building, and healthy self-acceptance." - Brett E. Sense
"One of the most beautiful experiences of my life." - Dave Beeman
"There are certain memories you look back on and will never forget. Rachel and Andre have dedicated their professional lives to cultivating the magic of these moments, weaving heart and soul into gathering like-minded humans to share the spoils of conscious partying. Arrive with 1 friend, leave with 30 new ones. The weekend is joyful, relaxing and uplifting. I loved every moment." - Peta Cooke