This is a dental course with a difference; it aims to help you develop skills to fortify and restore mental and general wellbeing and provide “time-out” for rest and connection with a small group of like-minded people. The New Zealand Dental Association survey and subsequent publication in 2020 showed that we are a group who suffer from high levels of stress and burnout. We really need to work on our self-care. You don’t have to be a dentist to attend. All welcome!
Oturehua is a quiet, and non-touristy part of Central Otago, almost exactly on the half way point of the Otago Central Rail Trail (an old railway line converted into a 150km cycle track). The scenery is ruggedly beautiful, and peaceful. There is no light pollution, which makes the stars at night breath- taking.
Part of the philosophy of this course is to realise that there is no need for “luxury”, expensive, hotel- based facilities. Instead, having our basic needs met, and feeling safe in a grounded and homely environment will nurture our deeper needs. The crib is simple but comfortable, and has a fabulous wood burner to keep you cosy. Some teaching, catered meals, and evening drinks/nibbles will be at the crib. Accommodation will be at Braeside Farm Cottage, Inverlair Lodge, Wee Muddy (the 2 mudbrick creamery) and adjacent New Cottage in comfortable individual rooms/cabins. Oturehua village has a historic shop (Gilchrist’s Store), a pub/tavern, and there is a café at Hayes Engineering just a short walk away. Wifi is available at the tavern and at the crib. Some accommodation has wifi available too.
BOOKING
To book your place on the course please indicate that you will attend, and deposit the fee online by Friday 30th August 2024.
The fee is $850 NZ Dollars each for those staying at Braeside, Wee Muddy, and New Cottage, or $1255 each for those staying at Inverlair
Lodge.
Please deposit to Westpac bank account 03 0905 0259199 000 Please indicate your name in the reference section.
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