09/08/2026
In 1985 I travelled to India to find my guru.
I spent some months searching, got myself into all sorts of trouble, almost died, and eventually found the teacher I had been looking for.
When I finally met him, he didn’t say, “Ah Peter, I have been waiting for you for lifetimes. You have finally found me. Now I will teach you the secrets of the universe.”
He simply said:
“What are you doing here?”
Somewhat dumbstruck, I managed to blurt out, “Errr... I am looking for truth.”
He replied, “Why; is truth not found in your country?”
It was a moment of wonderful realisation. Truth is found wherever we are. Perhaps it was necessary for me to go on the journey, but that wisdom has stayed with me.
And it seems very relevant now.
Many of us are drawn to India, to Bali, to the Himalayas, and to all sorts of places that seem to hold something sacred. And sometimes those journeys are wonderful and necessary.
But sometimes we also miss what is right in front of us.
Forster is beautiful.
The lake, the ocean, the beaches, the light, the community, and the space we have created together at Forster Yoga Studio are all very special.
So this November, we are doing something very close to my heart.
The Forster Yoga Retreat
Wednesday 4 November to Sunday 8 November 2026
We are bringing Sachin Ji, a gifted yoga teacher from India, to Forster to help lead us through five days of yoga, meditation, philosophy, breathwork, Ayurveda, sound healing, good food, rest and community.
It is a chance to experience something of the depth of India, without having to travel across the world.
It is also a chance to see Forster again, not just as the place where we live, but as a retreat destination in its own right.
Many went to Bali and loved it. But we also live in one of the most beautiful places in the world. Early November should be a wonderful time to be here, with the ocean beside us, the lake close by, and enough space to stop, practise, walk, swim, rest and reconnect.
You may want to come yourself, or you may know someone outside Forster who would love this. Family, friends, old yoga companions, someone who has always wanted to visit, or someone who simply needs a few days away.
It would be lovely to bring people here and share with them the beauty of the place we call home.
The retreat includes daily yoga with Sachin Ji, meditation, pranayama, yoga philosophy, alignment workshops, an introduction to Ayurveda, sound healing, healthy meals, a sunset cruise and farewell dinner.
Accommodation is not included in the retreat price, so you are free to stay wherever suits you. We will also have accommodation options available, including the Dorsal Boutique Hotel, for those who would like to stay close to the ocean and the retreat activities.
Early Bird Retreat Price: $1,299
Book before 1 September
Full Retreat Price: $1,499
Places will be limited, and this is a very special event for the studio.
You can find out more, check availability, or ask us any questions here:
https://www.wetravel.com/trips/the-forster-yoga-retreat-locas-only-2610279387 -this-trip
Sign up here:
https://momence.com/l/ElhZoJXG
Best wishes,
Peter
