New Zealand's most unforgettable women's retreat

This life-changing experience is designed for women who are ready for more.

Our signature Flockhill retreat delivers an extraordinary experience on every level:

Luxury alpine accommodation
World-class culinary artistry
Internationally renowned facilitators
Dedicated wellness centre

Our proven Nourish & Bloom framework has been masterfully designed to create lasting transformation in your life.

Come and be fully immersed in New Zealand’s awe-inspiring Southern Alps - at one of the worlds most celebrated luxury lodges.

Created in devotion to you.

Our inaugural 2026 Flockhill retreat sold out.

Twenty women said yes to themselves - and returned to their lives feeling lighter, clearer and more empowered.

Nourish & Bloom returns to Flockhill in July 2027 for one extraordinary retreat experience.

This time, it could be you.

Nourish & Bloom

4 DAY RETREAT

4-7th July 2027

Four transformative days of powerful experiences, deep restoration and meaningful connection. Alongside our proven Nourish & Bloom retreat framework, there is spacious time to rest, immerse in nature, reconnect with yourself, unwind in the wellness centre, savour extraordinary food, and explore all that this world-renowned luxury estate has to offer you.

TRACEY - TEXAS - USA

“I gained a much greater awareness and understanding of the inner blocks, limiting belief and unresolved trauma that has been keeping me stuck. One of the best investments I have ever made.”

“I have never experienced anything like this in my life - I feel so blessed to have been a part of the whole experience. If you are considering attending Nourish & Bloom, I say go for it! You won’t regret your decision.”

SHARLENE - TAURANGA - NZ

Whether you’re navigating a deeply challenging season of life - loss, grief, separation, burnout or depletion - feeling stuck, weighed down by the past or struggling to move forward; longing to reconnect with yourself or your creativity; craving more meaningful experiences and connection with like-minded women; or simply ready to step into new possibilities and cultivate more peace, clarity, joy, inspiration and purpose in your life...

this is for you.

What’s possible for you here

Nourish & Bloom Flockhill offers a proven framework for personal growth and lasting change. 

Every layer has been intentionally and lovingly curated. You’ll experience profound shifts and insights while creating space for deep healing - through the daily practices and wisdom shared, truly exceptional cuisine, the beautiful and enriching connections formed with other women, restorative moments of stillness, luxury, and immersion in breathtaking alpine surroundings.

The landscape itself is an integral part of the experience. Surrounded by the vast, wild beauty of the Southern Alps, you’ll have space to reconnect deeply with nature - to slow down, ground and experience the profound sense of perspective and restoration that comes from being immersed in a place of such extraordinary natural beauty.

You don’t have to be ‘spiritual’ or familiar with personal development work to experience this retreat fully. You’ll be guided every step of the way. Women arrive here from all walks and stages of life.

At the heart of it is an unparalleled level of care and devotion to you.

This is personal growth experienced in an entirely different way - one that feels nourishing, supportive and expansive.

We can’t wait to walk this journey alongside you.

Luxury accommodation in harmony with nature

Flockhill is one of the world’s most prestigious luxury lodges. Built on a working sheep station of 36,000 acres, it’s a sanctuary of refined elegance set amidst the wild, rugged beauty of New Zealand’s Southern Alps. 

Just nearby lies Castle Hill (Kura Tāwhiti), known by many as the Stonehenge of the South - a globally recognised site the Dalai Lama once named a “spiritual centre of the universe.”

For the duration of your Nourish & Bloom experience, we will have exclusive use of the estate.

Each luxury villa has been meticulously designed for effortless ambience, warmth and tranquillity with every detail considered - from pure wool throws and curated natural textures to sweeping alpine views and cosy, glowing fireplaces.

The experience is one of quiet splendour: grounded in nature and attuned to restoration.

See what the world has to say about Flockhill here.
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A culinary journey like nothing else on earth

Every meal at Nourish & Bloom is an experience in itself - created with meticulous care and artistry by Flockhill’s award-winning Executive Chef, Taylor Cullen of the acclaimed Sugarloaf restaurant.

Taylor’s approach is deeply connected to the land and the seasons. Much of what arrives on your plate begins at Flockhill - grown in the regenerative gardens, gathered and foraged from the surrounding landscape, or sourced with great discernment from neighbouring farms and local producers.

Nothing is ordinary. Organic wheat grown on a nearby property is freshly milled into flour daily, and transformed into handmade sourdough and bagels using a years-old starter. Harvested pinecones become fragrant syrups for their signature french toast. At the height of each season, vegetables, fruits and botanicals are preserved, pickled and fermented.

Behind the scenes is an abundant, curated pantry of house-made misos, kimchis, ferments, pickles, preserves, broths and deeply layered flavourings - the result of months, and sometimes years, of preparation and intention. These become the building blocks for food that is nourishing and generous, yet elevated through exceptional technique and culinary artistry.

Throughout the retreat, expect food cooked over open fire, wild and organic meats, seasonal vegetables, handmade breads and pastries, deeply restorative broths, bountiful breakfasts and heavenly desserts - alongside ceremonial cacao, restorative herbal teas, matcha, elixirs and other offerings designed to delight and surprise.

This is more than beautiful food. It is a true seed-to-plate expression of Flockhill - the land, the seasons and the remarkable ingredients found within them - transformed through extraordinary craftsmanship into something you simply won’t experience anywhere else.

The Nourish & Bloom experience

There’s a reason Nourish & Bloom creates the results it does. It’s the layering of everything working together: the retreat framework, surrounding land, food, women, facilitators, and the restorative luxury. Woven together, these elements allow profound healing and transformation to happen at a depth and pace that’s difficult to access in everyday life - all within a safe and supported space.

This is what makes Nourish & Bloom unlike anything else.

  • Daily ceremonies

    Woven throughout the retreat are beautiful cacao ceremonies, where we work intentionally with this revered master teacher plant to cultivate deeper states of presence and inner awareness.

    These ceremonies are a sacred offering throughout the retreat, gently supporting the deeper work of each day.

  • Immersive sound healings

    Weaving together immersive, multi-instrumental sound healing journeys, Taylor creates a space where sound becomes a bridge between worlds. These powerful sessions support the release of stored emotions and gently re-attune the body's natural frequency to greater harmony and vitality. Often deeply activating, they bring to the surface what the body is ready to acknowledge, process, and release - all within a safe, grounded, and supportive space.

  • Luxury at Flockhill

    Nestled in the heart of New Zealand's Southern Alps, Flockhill spans 36,000 acres of breathtaking alpine wilderness, where towering mountains and expansive landscape exist in perfect harmony. Renowned for its world-class hospitality and accommodation, award-winning cuisine, exceptional wellness facilities and pure spring water, every detail has been thoughtfully curated to create an experience of exceptional luxury.

    Your villa suite and lounge are sanctuaries designed to hold you in warmth, comfort, beauty, and stillness. Every moment here is an invitation to slow down and reconnect with both yourself and the remarkable natural world around you.

  • Ancient wisdom for modern women

    Through immersive teachings with Sarsha and Heliena, you'll reconnect with the wisdom that has guided women for millennia - honouring your cyclical body, intuition, innate power, and the profound intelligence that exists within.

    Together, we'll explore the patriarchal narratives and protective adaptations that continue to shape the lives of many women today.

    Heliena will guide you through our signature Four Pillars Workshop - the foundation of Nourish & Bloom. Together, these four pillars shape how we relate to ourselves and others, direct our energy, influence our choices, and ultimately create our lives. Through guided reflection and self-inquiry, you'll begin to recognise patterns such as people-pleasing, self-abandonment, difficulty setting and honouring boundaries, over-responsibility, codependency, and seeking external validation .

  • Potent healing sessions

    Immersive sound healings, somatic breathwork, EFT, guided meditation, transformational energy healing and a powerful fire ceremony support the release of stored tension, unprocessed emotions, old stories, weight of the past, limiting beliefs, and stagnant energy held within the body and subconscious. Women feel significantly lighter, more grounded, and connected to themselves, cultivating greater safety within their body and nervous system, deeper self-trust, and a profound sense of peace, clarity, and inner freedom.

  • World-class cuisine

    Every meal at Nourish & Bloom is intentionally created by Flockhill's award-winning Executive Chef, Taylor Cullen of the acclaimed Sugarloaf restaurant. More than exceptional cuisine, each dish is carefully curated to nourish your body, support your energy, and honour your unfolding throughout the retreat.

    You'll also enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes kitchen tour, offering a rare glimpse into the artistry, passion, and craftsmanship behind one of New Zealand's most celebrated dining experiences.

  • Soil to plate

    Experience an exclusive behind-the-scenes garden tour, exploring Flockhill's extraordinary gardens where thriving crops have been cultivated by hand, against the backdrop of the Southern Alps' harsh alpine conditions. Discover the living intelligence beneath every harvest as you learn about regenerative growing practices, healthy soil, biodiversity, and the deep respect for nature that has created an abundant ecosystem of over 30 varieties of fruit, heirloom vegetables, edible flowers, and herbs. Witness the care, patience, and intention behind every seed sown and every harvest gathered, gaining a profound appreciation for the journey from soil to plate.

  • Every detail supports you

    From the moment you arrive, every detail has been intentionally considered to help you feel supported, nurtured, and deeply cared for. Throughout your stay, thoughtful touches - from wellness rituals and nourishing immune tonics to luxurious self-care essentials - invite you to slow down, reconnect, and honour both your physical and emotional wellbeing. Intentional evening touches create space for wind-down and inner reflection, allowing the day's experiences to be fully integrated.

  • Connection to nature

    Reconnect with nature and the elements. This land does more than inspire - it supports your recalibration, amplifying everything this retreat is here to awaken. Held within in the crisp embrace of New Zealand's Southern Alps, you'll be invited to disconnect from the busyness of everyday life and reconnect with yourself. Surrounded by ancient limestone formations, forested valleys, hiking paths, and the profound beauty of the natural world that surrounds you.

  • Exquisite wellness facilities

    Enjoy Flockhill's new state-of-the-art spa facilities, including a panoramic hot spa, cold plunge, alpine sauna, yoga studio, and gym. Between the beautiful meals, breath-taking views and profound inner work, you'll be invited to immerse yourself in these restorative spaces - supporting integration, continued energetic release, nervous system regulation, and the restoration of your physical body. A daily invitation to honour your health and your wellbeing in the very best way.

  • The sisterhood

    The courage, laughter, and vulnerability of the women alongside you become part of your journey, just as yours becomes part of theirs. Every woman arrives carrying a unique story, and within that story is often the exact lesson, reflection, or permission another woman has been waiting for. As you witness one another with compassion and without judgement, something profound unfolds - a sisterhood where each woman becomes a catalyst for another's healing and growth.

  • Bespoke luxury gift bag

    Take home our signature luxury gift bag, generously filled with a collection of our most loved and personally used wellness products, thoughtfully curated to continue supporting your integration, self-care, and wellbeing long after the retreat has ended. Inside, you'll find your very own handmade Nourish & Bloom ceramic mug, personalised essential oil blend, signed book, natural skincare and personal care products, nourishing beverages, heavenly treats, and so much more.

Hear what women are saying about Nourish & Bloom

Behind the scenes - from seed to plate

Step behind the scenes at Flockhill to discover where its extraordinary culinary journey begins.

Meet Seth, the gardener behind Flockhill’s remarkable regenerative gardens, and explore the thriving alpine ecosystem he has cultivated by hand - gaining a deeper appreciation for the patience and skill behind every harvest.

From garden to kitchen, you’ll then join Executive Chef Taylor Cullen for an exclusive look inside his world - discovering how ingredients grown, gathered and preserved throughout the seasons become the foundations of Flockhill’s exceptional cuisine.

A rare opportunity to experience the complete journey from soil to plate, and gain a deeper understanding of the importance of this remarkable, symbiotic approach to growing and creating food - one that honours the land, the seasons and every ingredient along the way.

A world of natural opulence

“Every part, person, morsel, scent and service felt like it had been considered and decided upon.
The food was absolutely incredible, I felt so looked after and nurtured.

The beautiful loving welcomes in the morning from Chelsea and Heliena was a gift, and going to bed with a thoughtful note and curated music to integrate with was just such a loving finishing touch. Everything was highly considered from start to finish, it felt like a story unfolding that was crafted and handled with care and devotion. Every layer felt intuitive to my progress. Every woman on the planet needs to attend Nourish and Bloom at some point in their lives!

- ANDREA (AUCKLAND - NZ)

The Four Pillars Workshop


We have all found ourselves in patterns of people-pleasing, self-doubt, giving our power away, feeling creatively blocked, uninspired, or living on autopilot, struggling with boundaries, seeking approval, or feeling disconnected from ourselves. The Four Pillars are foundational to Nourish & Bloom. Together, they shape how we relate to ourselves and others, direct our energy, influence our choices, and ultimately shape our lives.

Through self-inquiry & guided journaling you'll gain deeper awareness into how our belief systems, protective patterns, and early life experiences influence the way we relate to ourselves and the world around us.

This immersive workshop is designed to cultivate deeper self-awareness, expand your perspective, and empower you to lead your life with greater clarity, authenticity, leadership, and self-trust.

Truth: authenticity, voice, clarity, inner knowing

Power: boundaries, strength, energy, self-trust

Sovereignty: discernment, self-respect, inner authority

Creation: expression, vitality, inspiration, desire 

Daily ceremony

Incorporated throughout our retreats are intentional cacao ceremonies - to support inner awareness, self-connection and expanded perspective.

At Nourish & Bloom, we work with three exceptional ceremonial cacaos from Seleno Health, chosen for their extraordinary purity, quality, and unique medicinal properties. Together, they provide a complete ceremonial journey through the three realms. (The Inner/Underworld, the Middle World, and the Upper World). Each honouring the ancient wisdom of the Andean cosmovision.

The different cacao carry its own unique physiological, emotional and energetic qualities, supporting different stages of our inner journey and complementing the teachings, healing modalities, and ceremonies woven throughout our transformative retreat. Beyond its ceremonial significance, cacao is one of nature's most nutrient-dense plant medicines.

The journey

Cacao becomes an important thread woven throughout our retreat. From the grounding wisdom of Amaru, to the courageous heart of Uturunku, and the soaring vision of Kuntur, we move through a living journey of release, embodiment, and expansion.

As we begin to release what no longer serves, we can then reconnect with the strength to stand fully in the present before opening to greater wisdom, guidance, and connection.

It is a journey that reunites body, heart, mind, and spirit.

Uku Pacha - Amaru - Guardian of the Underworld

Representing ancestral wisdom, the subconscious, our past, our fears, and the transformational journey of death, rebirth, and renewal.

Symbolised by Amaru, the sacred serpent, honouring the 5,500-year-old Spiral Cacao Temple of Montegrande.

This cacao is traditionally fermented to balance flavour with medicinal potency.

Supporting: energy • vitality • heartfelt release • creativity
• emotional expression • movement • detoxification

Kay Pacha - Uturunku - Guardian of the Middle World

Representing the here and now. A journey into courage, strength, presence, embodiment and connection with the human experience and our natural world.

Embodied by Uturunku, the Jaguar - protector, harmoniser and fluid mover between realms. Honouring the ancient temple of Chavín de Huántar.

This wild ancestral cacao is naturally low in stimulants while exceptionally rich in mood-supportive compounds.

Supporting: Grounding • emotional balance • presence
• mindfulness • integration • harmony

Hanan Pacha - Kuntur - Guardian of the Upper World

Representing our connection to the spirit world. A journey into expanded consciousness, perspectives, divine connection, higher wisdom beyond the metaphysical.

Represented by Kuntur, the Condor.
This Cacao, Shansho is like no other.

Intentionally raw and unfermented to preserve more than 5x higher levels of bioactive compounds.

Supporting: Clarity • inspiration • spiritual bliss • divine connection • cognitive enhancement vision
• neuroplasticity • expanded awareness

Nourish & Bloom is about choosing yourself,
with the fullness, depth and love you’ve always deserved.

Meet your retreat guides & facilitators

  • Heliena Chapman

    Feminine Wisdom | Mentor | Multidimensional Healing | Nourish & Bloom Co-Founder

    Through life's deepest initiations, Heliena has walked the path of profound loss, surrender, and rebirth - experiences that became the catalyst for a lifelong devotion to understanding the body, nervous system, psyche, and the innate intelligence that guides healing.

    From a young age, Heliena experienced a deep sensitivity and connection to energy and the spirit realms that extended beyond our physical world. As her own healing journey unfolded, decades of lived experience, inner work, and embodied wisdom refined her innate gifts, shaping the unique way she now guides and supports women through inner healing, self-discovery, and personal transformation.

    Her work weaves together multidimensional healing, subconscious reprogramming, nervous system toning and regulation, guided journeys, and somatic practices that support women's health, vitality, and overall wellbeing. Heliena creates a space where women feel deeply safe, seen, and supported to explore the deepest parts of themselves, uncovering the subconscious patterns, protective responses, unprocessed emotions, and trauma that are often keeping them stuck in survival mode, chronically stressed, burnt out, and disconnected from themselves and others.

    As these layers are worked through, women find they are able to reconnect with themselves in ways they haven't experienced before, cultivate a deeper trust in their intuition, embody their feminine power, sovereignty and creativity and learn how to take aligned action in ways that creates meaningful and lasting change in their lives.

    Learn more about Heliena here.

  • Sarsha Hope

    Somatic Movement‍ ‍| ‍ ‍Feminine Wisdom | Teacher

    With over 25 years of facilitation and a lifetime immersed in embodied movement, Sarsha brings a rare depth of wisdom and presence to her work. She is the visionary founder of Somatic Dance International, a pioneering training program that weaves somatic facilitation, ritual, music, and eco-somatic practices into potent, trauma-informed spaces for transformation.

    Her offerings are an invitation to return home to the body - to awaken flow, release what is held, and reclaim the truth and power of the feminine essence. As founder and transmitter of The Temple of Living Codes, Sarsha has guided countless women through initiations of remembrance, reclaiming lost rites of passage, and embodying the full spectrum of the feminine through movement, ritual, and deep inner work.

    Known as a magnetic permission-giver and grounded priestess, she holds space with fierce love, clarity, and grace - creating sanctuary for the body to soften, emotions to flow, and the soul to remember its innate wisdom. In her presence, movement becomes medicine, expression becomes liberation, and the feminine is honoured in all her light and shadow.

  • Taylor Sol

    Sound | Energy | Alchemy

    Joining us from his home in Byron Bay, Taylor is a well-loved presence in healing spaces across Australasia. His music doesn’t just create a calming atmosphere - it plays an active role in your transformation.

    Deeply driven by love and a genuine passion to inspire, Taylor is a sound alchemist whose mission is to share therapeutic music that empowers you to uncover the innermost essence of love within yourself.

    Throughout the retreat, Taylor’s live sound journeys and ambient soundscapes are woven into key moments to support deep emotional release, energetic clearing, and nervous system regulation. His music helps recalibrate your inner landscape - clearing old residue, softening mental noise, and restoring natural resonance in the body. Every note is finely tuned to the healing frequency of 432 Hertz; the essence of love and the earth resonates through his harmonious melodies, played on the handpan, Native American flute and Shamanic drum.

    Taylor brings a steady, grounding presence that gently supports each woman’s personal journey. Through sound, he helps create an environment where you can feel more connected, more spacious, and more in tune with yourself - long after the last note fades.

  • Chelsea Winter

    Nourish & Bloom Co-Founder | Retreat Host

    Chelsea is one of New Zealand’s most loved and trusted public figures, with a connection to women built over more than a decade through food, humour, and down-to-earth way of being.

    But behind the public life, she’s lived through many of the things women are navigating every day - operating from survival mode, dissociation, stress and overwhelm, people-pleasing, divorce, challenging relationships, addiction and new motherhood.

    Those experiences took Chelsea on a journey of healing, awareness and personal growth. She learned what practices genuinely helped - and, over time, found her way back to clarity, joy and empowerment.

    Nourish & Bloom grew naturally from that journey. Together with Heliena, Chelsea wanted to bring the practices, insights and experiences that had made the greatest difference in their own lives into a powerful experience for other women - making it easier to access the support, tools and space that can create meaningful change.

    After 14 years of nourishing people through food, Nourish & Bloom is another expression of the same thing: helping women move closer to the life they truly want.

  • Amy Webber

    Somatic Breath Journeys

    Amy is devoted to creating spaces where others can soften, be witnessed, and come home to themselves. A certified Somatic Breathwork™ practitioner and trained massage therapist, her work is rooted in presence, curiosity, and care. At her core, Amy is a lover of authentic connection - called to gather with others in intentional ways that allow for witnessing, softening, and transformation. She is deeply inspired by the relationship between body, mind, and heart - and the wisdom that reveals itself when we take the time to truly listen. Nature is her lifelong muse and medicine, offering quiet teachings on stillness, wildness, and becoming.

    Amy is currently immersed in deep studies that explore the terrain of emotional, energetic, and subconscious blocks. She is curious about what keeps us from our dreams, our wholeness, and the life that longs to move through us. Her offerings are shaped by this ongoing inquiry, and by a deep trust in each person’s innate capacity to remember and return to the truth of who they are.

  • Jenny McKinnon

    Guest Experience Coordinator

    Jenny is the golden thread that helps everything flow seamlessly. With her innate attention to detail, deep care, and highly attuned communication, she ensures each day unfolds with ease - for both guests and guides. Her presence is both soft and sensitive, and deeply compassionate, yet also practical, efficient, and unwavering. Whether she’s adjusting the schedule, answering a quiet question, or tending to a need before it’s spoken, Jenny brings a sense of grounded calm and care to everyone she encounters.

    Originally from Scotland, she carries a natural warmth and grace - and a melodic Scottish lilt you could listen to all day. With her grounded spirit and gentle kindness, Jenny makes it easy for others to feel safe and at home.

Hear from our Nourish & Bloom women

"One of the things I loved most about Nourish & Bloom was that I truly felt I received incredible value for money, and that every moment of the retreat was utilised in the very best possible way. The workshops were so insightful, the breathwork was incredibly powerful for me, the energy healing with Heliena was deeply transformative, and the food and beautiful surroundings of Flockhill were phenomenal.

What became really clear for me was just how much I had suppressed my voice and my truth over the years, and how little I had valued myself compared to what I truly deserved. Throughout the retreat, I gained a much greater awareness of the inner blocks, limiting beliefs, and unresolved trauma that had been keeping me stuck.

One of the greatest gifts I am taking home is the commitment to speaking my truth with greater confidence and authenticity.

If you're considering attending Nourish & Bloom, my advice is simple: say yes. It will be a pivotal and life-changing experience."

- ROSEMARY (AUCKLAND - NZ)

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