What can I say?? I attended the Betsy Hanson Nourish You Singing Retreat in July 2019. I didn't know anyone else who was going and it was just what I needed at that time. A precious week out of reality and a real treat. Time to reconnect with other beautiful women.

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I didn't have to make any decisions, make any beds, do any cooking.  

It was bliss. The rooms were lovely, the food was delicious and plentiful, the other woman were and still are amazing and the retreat programme was one of the best experiences I have had.

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I feel as though I have made 17 new friendships. We ate and played and sang and meditated and shared all things together. Had a ball. Found my singing voice, found my centre.

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First time to Bali and it and the people are just beautiful. Definitely going back for 2020.

Kim Chandler - Storey, KINGSTON BEACH TAS

I have participated in the Nourish You, Singing retreat in Ubud for the last 3 years in succession. Before my first year I had not tried to sing at all in a group. In fact, I was told to not give up my day job.

I had no idea where my voice was sitting and it soon became apparent that I felt most comfortable and happy singing in a low key. I've had a great time at all of the 3 retreats with the singing, the wonderful new friendships and so much fun.

Since I attended my very first retreat I have now joined the local choir and I have started playing and singing with a group of Ukulele players in our local area.

All of the wonderful changes in my life from my retreats have been surprising and I highly recommend the Nourish You Singing retreats. They really have changed my life.

Cathy Woodhams, MURRUMBATEMAN NSW

"The way I sing is now, is completely different - more free and emotive, and this is the way I live now too"....

On leaving the retreat I was frustrated by my inability to express the profound impact it had on my entire being, but one month on I have clear evidence of the effects of it on my life. Situations that would normally ignite panic are opportunities to present my calm, regulated self. The way I sing is now, is completely different - more free and emotive, and this is the way I live now too. Any blocks around creativity are miniscule and I have motivation and energy to apply myself to my music and other feats without self-criticism. My once persistent doubts and fears are only shadows in the background and the main event is hope and love and excitement.

I feel healed, transformed, and none of this would be possible if not for every activity on the retreat, and most of all, the wisdom of Betsy, Jan and Milinda

Nikola Martino, DIANELLA WA

I came to Bali looking for a better voice to give to the choir with whom I have been singing with for 10 years. In the truly nourishing space of this retreat, I found my feet, I found my heart, I found new friends to cherish and during the retreat I discovered t that the voice I already had was authentic and true for sweet harmonies, bold unison, chants and rounds.

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For the joy, love and laughter, Suksma Betsy, Jan, Milinda and Gillian. I hold you all dear in my heart.

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Nell Hilliard, SANDY BAY TAS

"This was the best week of my life".....

I enjoyed the pampering, the nurturing and the freedom from having to organise. I enjoyed knowing that this week, was just for me and that I got to reconnect with the Indonesian culture.

Debora Bryan, LENAH VALLEY TAS

"I Rediscovered the unadulterated passion I used to have for music, as well as my Love for Singing"...

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I previously trained as a vocalist at the WA Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA). Training under constant scrutiny in such a high pressure environment, I came to believe over time that I really had nothing of creative worth to offer others. Before attending 'Nourish You', my lack of self-belief had escalated to the point where I had significant performance anxiety that prevented me from singing in front of others. I honestly did not believe it was possible to undo years of fear and self-doubt in the space of a week, but Betsy and 'Nourish You' proved me wrong.

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Being in such a non-judgmental and positive environment gave me the supportive space I needed and for the first time since training, I felt safe enough to face my fears. I can honestly say without reservation that Betsy, Milinda and Jan changed my life. I rediscovered the unadulterated passion I used to have for music, as well as my love for singing - something that had left a void in my soul since it disappeared. I now feel complete, fulfilled and at peace, and could not have done it without the amazing women who fostered and nurtured such a magical environment for growth, creativity and genuine joy.

Keryn Keast, PERTH WA

I really enjoyed the Nourish You retreat. I found the combination of the program and the personal growth-promoting activities, the singing & free time for reflection and the pampering, to work well. The singing was great and I loved how the group came together in harmony so well.

The setting at the lovely Villa Gaia was perfect, a beautiful relaxing atmosphere, amazing food & lovely staff who looked after us so well. It provided a good mix of activity & space.

Some of my friends had been following my exploits on facebook and are keen to come to the next retreat.

Caro Field, NEWNHAM TAS

What I enjoyed most about the retreat was: The singing, morning reflections and sharing around the circle. The great space at Villa Gaia with amazing food, amazing hospitality, being so completely looked after, the circle of loving and accepting women, the support and care given to experiment and play with my voice.

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Incredible gratitude and thanks for creating a nourishing, gentle, supportive and inspirational space for us. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.

Suzanne Schulz, HOBART TAS