Wellness Retreat in Johannesburg: Start Fresh With This 1-day Sound Journey at Farmhouse58

Mathapelo Mabaso from Nyiko Wellness Refinery is hosting a transformative day wellness retreat in Johannesburg designed to help you reconnect with yourself and start the year strong.

This immersive experience is anchored in sound healing and runs from 9am to 4pm on Saturday, 27 January 2024 at Farmhouse58 in Krugersdorp. The experience is the perfect opportunity to help develop a deeper sense of self surrounded by a tranquil nature setting.

Where is the day retreat hosted?

Over in the Cradle of Humankind, a winding drive in the scenic and rural parts of Krugersdorp sits Farmhouse58. Bathed in golden sunlight and panoramic mountain views, the space is an incubation for a host of wellness retreats to help nourish the well-earned rest that your body and mind are calling out for.

What is a sound bath and sound healing?

Sound has been used as a calming tool for thousands of years. Sound Healing occurs when specific sound frequencies are created that have a soothing effect on the body and mind.

A sound bath is when these instruments are played for a group to create a therapeutic atmosphere that helps us rest deeply, rebalance our nervous system and release emotions.

All you need to know about this retreat in Johannesburg

Arrival and welcome drinks – from 9am to 10am

Building an altar – from 10am to 10:30am:
Uncover positive creative energy through a guided sacred practice of altar building and discover the healing potential of your own voice

Breath-work + Guided Meditation + Sound Bath – from 10:30am to 12pm:
Participants can look forward to expanding their consciousness through a breathwork session, guided meditation, an immersive sound bath hosted by Mathapelo

Sharing Circle – from 12pm to 12:30pm:
Immerse yourself in the supportive and embracing energy of a like-minded and like-hearted community

Round table light lunch – from 12:30pm to 1:30pm:
Join for a communal gathering where a light, healthy lunch is served with drinks. Most of the produce is harvested at the food garden at Farmhouse58

Breakout session (‘me’ time) – from 1:30pm to 3pm:
This timeslot is reserved for some time on your own as you take in the practices of the day and just be. Enjoy a slow stroll around the beautiful and quiet surroundings of the farm, walk along the meditative paths, or cool off in the natural dam. Reminder to take along your towel and bathing costume if you’ll try the swim

Journaling + sound meditation session – from 3pm to 3:30pm:
Mathapelo hosts guided journaling and a sound-driven meditation session to help transport you to a state of calmness. There’s also an emphasis on the journey of self-discovery through learning what drives your decisions and your behaviour, as you unveil your emotional compass

Reflections and closure – from 3:30pm to 4pm

Mathapelo Mabase from Nyiko Wellness Refinery practiving sound healing — Mathapelo Mabaso

More about Nyiko Wellness Refinery

Nyiko Wellness Refinery is a small wellness concept founded by Mathapelo Mabaso, a certified sound alchemist, and traditional healer (Shaman) by calling. Mathapelo is initiated within the institution of Ubungoma and also operates as a writer, brand and communications strategist by profession.

She studied sound therapy in Amsterdam under the mentorship of Shift Meditation. Upon her return to South Africa, she decided to share this wonderful gift with the world through the launch of Nyiko Wellness Refinery.

Mathapelo uses sound and frequencies together with her intuitive wisdom and Shamanic gifts to help seekers recognise their power and ability to heal themselves, helping to usher in an era of peace and harmony.

How to book tickets to Sound Journey with Mathapelo

Tickets cost R1500pp and must be booked in advance via Activitar. This wellness retreat in Johannesburg includes all the wellness experiences scheduled for the retreat, welcome drinks on arrival, a light lunch, and some downtime to explore the farm and swim in the dam. This is a day retreat running from 9am to 4pm on Saturday, 27 January 2024. Do pack some sturdy shoes for the walk, and a bathing costume and towel for your swim.

All cars must be parked at Nirox Sculpture Garden – guests enjoy a complimentary shuttle from the Nirox Sculpture Garden Gate 3 to Farmhouse58 and a return to Gate 3 when the retreat finishes.

Cost: R1500pp, book via Activitar. Includes full wellness experiences, welcome drinks on arrival, light lunch, walk around the farm and swim in the dam, and a shuttle to and from Nirox Sculpture Garden Gate 3 to Farmhouse58