Ellen Blackman Yoga

Ellen Blackman and Ede Strong's retreat at King Lake was an amazing experience on so many levels. The beautiful surroundings, lovely accommodation, restorative yoga sessions and practices, warm friendly participants and beyond amazing plant based food made the whole experience truly wonderful. I am feeling very grateful, relaxed, nourished with a down regulated nervous system - much thanks to all. Maree xx

I recently attended Ellen's yoga retreat in Kinglake and it was truly one of the most relaxing, nurturing, and restorative experiences I’ve ever had. The environment was incredibly inclusive and healing, with a fantastic group of women - all of whom I had never met before – but everyone was so easy to connect with. The energy throughout the entire weekend was perfect. The retreat was really well-paced, offering just the right amount of down time alongside beautifully led yoga sessions that focused on deep restoration and calm. Ellen’s approach is so attuned to the nervous system – particularly the vagus nerve – and her guidance and support made every class feel deeply healing. As many others have said, the food deserves its own review! Ede’s plant-based meals were outstanding – you could feel the care and passion he puts into every dish. Each meal was a nourishing, delicious feast. All in all, this was a pretty much perfect weekend away – exactly what I needed. I’ll definitely be signing up for any future retreats Ellen runs. If you’re looking for a yoga retreat that’s thoughtful, supportive, and truly restorative, this is it. Ellen's classes are also fantastic. Thank you so much, Ellen!

I've just returned from a wonderfully restorative yoga retreat in Kinglake with Ellen and Ede. The location was beautiful and the accommodation cosy. The view from the yoga studio had me feeling like I was practising on a mountain top (which I kind of was!). Ellen's classes were so healing and Ede's food deliciously healthy. Highly recommend!

My first-ever yoga retreat experience at Kinglake, Victoria, exceeded all expectations thanks to the exceptional guidance of Ellen and her partner Ede. As a retreat newcomer, I was immediately put at ease by Ellen's ability to create a nurturing and peaceful environment. Ellen's expertise shone through her thoughtfully crafted sessions, masterfully blending yoga, sound healing, breath work and visualisation. Ede created remarkable plant-based cuisine that nourished both body and soul. I left the retreat feeling deeply rested, relaxed, and grounded – exactly what I needed to reset from daily life. For anyone considering a retreat or class with Ellen (yes, I'm talking to you!), don't hesitate. This experience was truly invaluable.

Ellen is an amazing yoga teacher. So mindful and present, creating deep connection. The yoga retreat in France was an absolutely delight-filled experience. What a healing time on so many levels. Forever grateful for your guidance and experience in sharing your knowledge and gifts.