How We Help
Rest, Reset and Reconnect
Kailash Foundation delivers structured, place-based programs for those impacted by the unique demands of service, their families, and members of the broader community in need.
Our programs create the conditions for deep, lasting change and support individuals and families in reconnecting to life in a meaningful way.
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Programs
Our programs are built around simple but powerful conditions: time away from pressure, steady rhythm, practical activities, rest, reflection, community and nature.
Kailash Foundation offers eligible persons subsidised access to Kailash Ashram’s retreats as well as providing dedicated programs which are not available to the general public.
Listed below are our core programs.
Prospective participants are invited to complete an Expression of Interest which will give you the chance to talk directly with our facilitators about how we can support you.
Overview
Kailash Foundation currently offers 4 streams of subsidised programs summarised below. Expanded descriptions are available further down.
Retreat Access
Supported access to structured retreats at Kailash Ashram, including our public facing Soul Retreat, Four Yogas, and Elements of Life retreats.
These programs offer time away from daily pressure in a quiet natural environment, with practices that support steadiness, reflection, and reconnection.
Tree of Life
Our longer residential program for Veterans and Emergency Service personnel seeking a deep reset.
Tree of Life combines daily rhythm, simple living, practical work, guided reflection, and community to help participants regain direction and reconnect with life.
Family Stays
4 Night retreat stays for those who serve and their immediate family.
This program gives families space to rest, reconnect, and receive support whilst spending meaningful time together.
Community Shed
Hands-on programs centred around woodworking, permaculture, land-based skills, practical projects, and shared contribution.
The Community Shed supports capability, confidence, connection, and purpose through meaningful work.
SUBSIDISED
Retreat Access Program
Our retreat centre, Kailash Ashram, operates retreats that are open to the general public and veterans alike.
The programs support individuals in cultivating their own wellbeing through a traditional meditation and yoga practice.
Retreats are held in the Grampians, Western Victoria and run over 5 days and 4 nights, and are inclusive of meals, activities and accommodation.
The Retreat Access Program enables eligible people to have subsidised attendance at a Kailash Ashram retreat.
Retreats run at Kailash Ashram include;
The Soul Retreat
Our iconic journey of rediscovery
The Soul Retreat is suitable for those ready to reconnect to their deeper self and those who are interested in learning accessible wellbeing practices in a supportive environment.
The retreat is a great opportunity for service givers to let go of their work identity, to connect with a diverse group and to embrace their common humanity.
Elements of Yoga
Let go of the past, and imagine a brighter future
Our Elements of Yoga retreat uses a traditional framework to assist participants in understanding the relationship between mind, body and nature so that they can heal and grow.
This retreat has a self-development focus and supports participants in re-framing past experiences and designing a peaceful future
The Four Yogas
Give structure to your wellbeing
The Four Yogas retreat is a multi-faith friendly retreat suitable for participants interested in giving structure to their wellbeing practice.
During the retreat, participants learn a framework that focuses on meditation, philosophy, service and our connection beyond the self.
It is suitable for those interested in emphasising the spiritual dimension of life.
WOOD, WORK & WELLBEING
Tree of Life Program
Tree of Life is a one-month immersive retreat program for eligible persons, hosted in the Grampians, Victoria.
It is an intimate and supportive container of just 6 participants.
The program supports a reconnection with purpose, identity, and meaningful contribution through:
- practical, hands-on work
- structured daily rhythm
- connection to supportive community
- evidence-based wellbeing practices
The Tree of Life program is built around three pillars;
WOOD
Participants engage in sustainable forestry management and woodworking activities across a 100-acre bush property, including:
- land management
- timber harvesting
- milling and fabrication
- wood working
This process serves as both practical skill-building and a framework for personal reflection; from raw potential to refined outcome.
WORK
Through guided discussion and shared effort, participants explore:
- identity beyond service
- the meaning of work and contribution
- pathways to ongoing purpose through community service
The program reframes service as an ongoing mission, not something left behind.
WELLBEING
Participants are introduced to structured, evidence-based practices including:
- meditation
- yoga
- breathwork and nervous system regulation
These are embedded into daily routine, supporting:
- improved emotional regulation
- better sleep and energy
- increased resilience
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Family Stays Program
Our program gives eligible families subsidised access to a 5 day, 4 night private family retreat at our guest house in the Grampians.
The structured program helps families lay the foundations for a values centric household and includes wellbeing education, child minding, and personal guidance.
The Family Stays program includes;
- Private accommodation for up to 8 direct family members
- Nutritious home cooked meals
- Child minding
- Accessible wellbeing practices
- Distraction free time as a family
- Access to a beautiful natural setting adjacent to the Grampians National Park
- Introductions to Meditation and Yoga
- Opportunities to engage in practical work such as permaculture, gardening and light farm work
FAMILY WELLBEING PLAN
Families will leave the retreat with a tailored Family Wellbeing Plan, to enable all members of the household to support each other in achieving their goals across;
- Personal and Family Values
- Physical wellbeing
- Emotional regulation
- Sleep
- Diet
- Excersie
- Family activities
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Community Shed Program
The Community Shed is a practical, hands-on program centred around woodworking, land-based skills, practical projects, and shared contribution.
The Community Shed program gives eligible persons and supportive members of the public access to non-residential programs and workshops run at our retreat centre, Kailash Ashram, in the Grampians in Western Victoria.
WE ARE HERE TO HELP
What Program Should I Join?
If you are interested in joining one of our programs and are not sure which one is suitable for your current situation, we are here to help.
Please download our full program guide (coming soon) below as this contains a detailed description of each program.
Then, if you wish to discuss further, email us at info@kailash.co and we will arrange a call over zoom.
WITH THANKS TO OUR
Major Program Supporter
Support
Donated funds go to supporting Kailash Foundations programs for eligible persons and people who may otherwise not be able to attend.
Partner
We welcome partnerships with service organisations, emergency services groups, veteran organisations, community groups, philanthropic supporters, and aligned professionals.
Participate
If you are an eligible person interested in attending an upcoming program, we invite you to learn more and apply to join.
