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@brianna.borrows

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Let your heart be your compass 🤍

Return to Heart is an amalgamation of practices that offer the opportunity to take a u-turn and step back into yourself.

~ Meditation to arrive in the luminous space of your heart and settle into the present moment.

~ Heart-opening yoga with chest openers and backbends to explore what it feels like to soften into life with an open heart.

~ Guided journaling to move beyond the logical mind and tune into the deeper truths that reside within.

~ Kirtan to chant mantras that invoke divine joy, deepen devotion and reconnect you with the sacred.

This is more than just a nice day of yoga. It’s a day to move past the conditioning of everyday life and listen to what’s true for you by letting your heart guide the way.

Return to Heart | One-day retreat
Sunday 8 November · Temple Retreat, Pullenvale

Tickets via the link in bio.

Use code RETURN for $50 off until 20 October 🤍

#retreat #yogaretreat #womensretreat taken in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia by @brianna.borrows

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3 days ago

✨ Meet Brianna! ✨

We’re so excited to introduce you all to Bri, who is joining the Stretch Pilates team from this Saturday! 🤍

A local Bayside gal, Bri brings a wealth of knowledge and experience across movement, dance, barre, yoga and Pilates. With her background as a dancer, she has a beautiful eye for technique and a real passion for helping people move with strength, intention and confidence.

You’ll find Brianna teaching fortnightly Saturdays at 9:30am Barre and 10:30am Full Body Flow, along with the occasional cover class when we’re lucky enough to have her!

Swipe across to learn a little more about Bri so you can get to know her before meeting her in class this Saturday…

We’re so excited to have Bri joining our team and can’t wait for you to meet her in class!

Welcome to Stretch team, Brianna! 🫶

Tell us a little about your movement background…

“I’m an ex-dancer and have been teaching barre since 2016, yoga since 2017, and Pilates (Mat + Reformer) since 2021!”

What do you love about Pilates?

“I love that Pilates has been a constant throughout my life and something I can return to in every season. It supported me throughout my dance career, during pregnancy, and through my postpartum rebuild.

It’s incredible to see the way Pilates can transform someone’s posture and mind-body connection. I love knowing that it’s not only making a difference physically, but mentally as well.”

What can members expect from your classes?

“I love teaching a really balanced class. We’ll always start with a few conscious breaths to land into the body, and from there, build strength and refine technique.

I believe in keeping things simple — but that doesn’t always mean easy! With my background as a dancer, I have a keen eye for technique and love helping people find opportunities to progress in their practice.”

And finally… a fun fact about you!

“I’m a new mum to my little girl, Stella! 🤍 When I’m not teaching or being mum, you’ll often find me outdoors somewhere — walking along the esplanade, surfing or hiking.” taken in Stretch Pilates & Barre by @brianna.borrows

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9 days ago

I used to dream about days like this,
now they are here.
Our own little family adventures of
early starts, picnic breakfasts, long walks and sleepy eyes. 🤍 taken in Purling Brook Falls by @brianna.borrows

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Return to Heart 🤍 One day Retreat

This theme for the retreat has been sitting with me for a while now, but it really struck me on an early morning walk, after a sleepless night with my darling girl, listening to the mantra Om Asatoma with tears in my eyes and joy in my heart.

In short, it translates to
Guide me from untruth to truth,
Guide me from darkness to light,
Guide me from death to immortality.

It had me reflecting on how often we move through life from what we think we should do and how different life can feel when we make a little more space to listen to the whispers of the heart and what we know, deep down is true for us.

We’ll use yoga, meditation, journaling + yin yoga as different pathways into that deeper listening. And to amplify this my beautiful friend @prudencerose will be travelling up from Sydney to lead us through the Kirtan with her harmonium where we will chant + sing Om Asatoma and other Mantras.

My hope is that you leave feeling deeply connected to yourself, and a little more empowered to live from that place.

Sunday 8 November | 9:30am–3:30pm
Temple Retreat, Pullenvale

Yoga • Meditation • Journaling • Yin • Kirtan • Nourishing Food

You can book and read more info via the link in my bio

$50 off with code RETURN

I’d really love to share this day with you. x taken in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia by @brianna.borrows

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17 days ago

If you’ve been thinking about retreat, this is what you need to know.

Not so much the scheduled activities, but the way the retreat makes you feel.

“Safe, nurtured, loved and valued”

“Refreshed and alive”

“Inspired”

All the finer details are in the link in bio.

@michellesmithhealth and I can’t wait to welcome you.

Xx taken in Byron Bay, New South Wales by @brianna.borrows

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6 months ago

An infinite love 🤍

This little piece holds so much of my world.

Every day, my capacity to love Stella expands in ways I never could have imagined. To watch her explore the world with her big blue eyes.

And time… already feels like sand slipping between my fingers.

So this necklace becomes something tangible
to hold onto, to remember just how lucky I am to know this kind of love.

Gifted ahead of my very first Mother’s Day.

@francescajewellery

If you’re looking for a piece of sentimental jewellery, you can use the discount code: BRIANNA15% for the next 7 days.

Cover Photo @luciademello

#gifted by @brianna.borrows

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6 months ago

Swipe to see what a slow morning on retreat actually looks like ✨

Our Women’s Wellness Retreat isn’t intended for you to escape your life, but to return to it more resourced.

We begin the day together at 7am with meditation, and over the three days you’ll experience different techniques that you can take home with you.

There is then a pause to refuel or reflect before your morning movement practice. Between us, Michelle and I have over 20 years of experience facilitating movement. We honour tradition while keeping it accessible and supportive for all walks of life.

Of course, we gather for a wholesome brunch, prepared with love using beautiful local produce by Burbury Whole Foods.

From there, the space is yours to choose. You’ll have access to the magnesium pool, sauna and ice bath, but the true intention is that you take time to fill your own cup—whether that’s reading, resting, or simply soaking in the picturesque surroundings.

If you’re craving more vitality, we would love to welcome you.

Byron Bay Hinterland
13 - 16 August 2026
LIMITED ROOMS AVAILABLE

Comment RETREAT below and I’ll personally send you all the details 🤍

#WomensWellnessRetreat
#AustraliaRetreats
#RetreatYourself taken in Byron Bay, New South Wales by @brianna.borrows

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6 months ago

3 whole months of Stella Roo 💫 by @brianna.borrows

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6 months ago

Swipe to spend a day with us on retreat ✨

While no two retreats days look the same, what remains constant is the intention: to nourish your whole being. Mind, body + spirit.

From slow, grounding mornings to nourishing meals, movement, rest, and connection, each moment is an invitation to come home to yourself.

@michellesmithhealth and I have consciously left space throughout the day for you to lean into what feels right, whether that’s joining a class, wandering the property, diving into a good book, or simply resting.

Women’s Wellness Retreat
Byron Hinterland
13th - 16th August

Limited spots available
Book via link in bio or send me a DM to chat some more 🤍

Beautiful photos by @luciademello taken in Byron Bay, New South Wales by @brianna.borrows

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7 months ago

What does a day at a women’s wellness retreat actually look like?

For three nights you will step away from the pace of everyday life and settle into a slower rhythm. One that allows space for you to reconnect with yourself, with nature, and with other women.

This is our third year hosting this retreat at @wybalenaorganicfarm, and each year we refine the flow a little more.

Our days look something like this:

• Morning meditation + Movement
• A long, nourishing brunch served by @burburywholefoods
• Free time to enjoy the pool, sauna, nature trails or ice bath
• Optional treatments such as Traditional Chinese Medicine consultations or bodywork
• A wholesome lunch shared together
• A workshop exploring and refining your personal relationship to wellness
• Dinner as the sun sets
• Community connection and meaningful conversation

Join us 13–16 August at @wybalenaorganicfarm.

If you feel the pull, you can learn more and secure your space via the link in our bio.

Your hosts:
@michellesmithhealth
@brianna.borrows
@ovaacupuncture taken in The Pocket, New South Wales, Australia by @brianna.borrows

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7 months ago

Our little girl is here ✨

Stella arrived earth-side at home last Friday, in the early hours of the quiet morning.

Our hearts are fuller than we knew was possible 🤍 by @brianna.borrows

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9 months ago

Sisterhood 🫶🏽

Endless thanks to @lauralushington_ for hosting the most beautiful mother’s blessing.

Our little babe, and myself, are so blessed to be surrounded by humans of such depth, wisdom, and warmth.

This experience has reminded me of the power of community support, and of birth as a meaningful rite of passage to be witnessed.

📸 @luciademello by @brianna.borrows

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