Sober Glow Up: A Sobriety & Self-Love Retreat for Women
Four days to show yourself love, pour back into you and step into your best self.
Next retreat: 28-31 January 2027
Ladies, imagine taking a break from everyday life and focusing completely on you.
Sobriety isn't about missing out. It's about everything you are gaining. It's an exciting opportunity to go all in on yourself: your self-love, your identity, your wellbeing and creating a life you genuinely love. It can also be an exciting experiment in becoming someone you've never been.
Self-love isn't just about accepting yourself as you are. A huge part of self-love is giving yourself permission to become the version of you that you know, deep down, you are capable of being. Not because who you are today isn't enough, but because you love yourself enough to find out what else is possible.
Created especially for sober and sober-curious women, this retreat combines self-love and identity work with breathwork and reiki, meditation and connection, plus plenty of time to simply enjoy Krishna Village.
What awaits you
Throughout the retreat, we will explore the relationship you have with yourself, your relationship with alcohol, the life you are creating and the woman you are becoming.
Through journaling, breathwork and self-love practices, we will explore gratitude, compassion and forgiveness. You will learn to become your own best friend, swap your inner mean girl for your inner hype girl, and celebrate how far you have already come.
Whether you have been sober for years, recently stopped drinking or are simply curious, there's space for you here. We will explore your relationship with alcohol without judgement or labels, and look at the bigger picture. What's working? What do you want more of? Where are you ready for change?
We will explore identity, beliefs, habits and standards, and get clear on the life you want to create. This isn't about becoming somebody else. It's about reconnecting with your best self and stepping into her now.
Our breathwork sessions are paired with reiki, helping you relax deeply, release what you no longer need and create space for reflection.
We will celebrate laughter, wholesome fun and genuine connection with like-minded women. Because an alcohol-free life isn't about making your world smaller. It's about discovering how much more you can put into it.
Rest is part of the experience. Swim in the lake, explore, journal, read, nap or do nothing at all. Krishna Village offers optional early-morning yoga, but if your body needs the extra sleep, take it. That's self-love too.
Ladies, this retreat is for you if you …
... are sober, alcohol-free, sober curious or questioning the role alcohol plays in your life
... want to prioritise yourself and build your confidence, self-worth and self-trust
... feel ready for a new chapter
... know you are meant for more
... want more fun, wholesome experiences and genuine sober connection
... are craving time away to reconnect, reflect and reset
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You don't need to have decided that you'll never drink again. All that's required is a willingness to get curious about yourself and what's possible.
Meet your teacher and guide
Faye Louise Hughes, the founder of Sober Glow Up, is a Sobriety and Self-Love Coach, certified Positive Psychology Coach, advanced Breathwork facilitator and Reiki practitioner.
After changing her own relationship with alcohol, Faye realised the biggest transformation wasn't learning how not to drink. It was discovering who she was without it.
What began with removing alcohol became a journey of self-love, confidence, higher standards, new experiences and wholesome fun.
Today she supports sober and sober-curious women to explore their relationship with alcohol, strengthen their relationship with themselves and become the women they want to be. She has hosted many transformational events across Sydney, including REBIRTH at OM House Bondi and REIGNITE YOUR GLOW at The Livingroom Coogee.
Your Sober Glow-Up Journey
Your days will balance guided experiences with rest, connection and plenty of time to enjoy everything Krishna Village has to offer.
Day 1: Reconnect
Appreciate the woman who got you here.
11am: Welcome & Opening Circle
12:30pm: Lunch, then free time to settle in, explore & enjoy nature
3:30pm: Reconnection & Self-Love Experience
5pm: Guided Breathwork & Reiki
6:15pm: Dinner (at Temple)
Evening: Rest, connect & unwind
Day 2: Reflect
Where are you now, and what do you want more of?
5am: Morning Yoga at Krishna Village Yoga Hall (optional)
7am: Morning Meditation & Intention
8:30am: Breakfast (at Temple)
10am: Sober Glow Up Workshop
12:30pm: Lunch (at Krishna Village Community kitchen)
1:30pm: Free time to enjoy the lake and nature, rest & reflect
3pm: Guided Workshop / Experience
6:15pm: Dinner (at Temple)
Evening: Rest, connect & unwind
Day 3: Become
Connect with your best self.
7am: Morning Meditation & Intention
8:30am: Breakfast (at Temple)
10am: Identity & Best-Self Workshop
12:30pm: Lunch
1:30pm: Extended free time to swim, explore or rest
4pm: Future-Self Breathwork & Reiki
6:15pm: Dinner (at Temple)
Evening: Your time to unwind
Day 4: Step into her
Take your Sober Glow Up home.
7am: Morning Meditation & Intention
8:30am: Breakfast (at Temple)
10am: Sober Glow Up Integration Workshop
12:30pm: Lunch
1:30pm: Closing Circle
3:30pm: Retreat finishes
Please note: Timings are approximate and activities and topics may change throughout your stay.
Your Sober Glow Up starts here
Appreciate the woman who got you here. Get honest about what you want from your next chapter. Then love yourself enough to go after it.
RECONNECT. REFLECT. BECOME. STEP INTO HER.
SOBRIETY + SELF-LOVE = SOBER GLOW UP
Testimonials - what Faye's participants are saying
"I attended Faye's Rebirth class, and to say it was powerful would be a complete understatement... We lay together, connected with our future selves, explored shifting our identities and let go of the versions of ourselves that no longer serve us. Combined with breathwork and the most beautiful Reiki energy healing, it created an experience that felt incredibly deep, safe and transformative... I left feeling lighter, connected, emotional and inspired." - Lizzie M, REBIRTH attendee
"I am new to Faye's group but can honestly say it's the best thing I've ever done for myself. From day 1 she makes you feel seen, heard and part of something special and the best thing is she has a gift to make you believe in yourself again... It really feels like I'm getting my life back. If you've been sober curious for a while please try this with her. I promise you won't regret it." - Nadia P, Sober Glow Up client
"Faye created such a warm, welcoming space from the very beginning and I instantly felt comfortable and at ease. The day was beautifully structured with breathwork, visualisations, journaling and mingling with alcohol free aperols! I walked away feeling more connected, grounded, grateful and also met a like-minded great group of people." - Jade C, Self-Love Valentine's event attendee
Accommodation options
Krishna Village is located on a beautiful organic farm in the scenic foothills of Mt. Warning, half way between Byron Bay and the Gold Coast. The closest town is Murwillumbah, and the nearest airport Coolangatta (the Gold Coast airport).
Our Retreat Center is spread out across a beautiful natural farm setting, which means that some of our facilities and accommodation require a bit of walking. We offer a range of accommodation options from camping spots to creatively renovated container rooms, private pine cabins set in the hills overlooking the valley and more.
Make your booking
Early Bird Discount: Save $200 if you book 4+ weeks prior to course start
The rates below include: tuition, 3 meals/day and the accommodation of your choice for 3 nights.
You are welcome to add further nights during the booking process, and include the weekend before and/or after the course.
Commuter: AU $1045 (meals included, but no room) ($845 Early Bird)
Camping (tent): AU $1114 ($914 Early Bird)
Camping (van): AU $1135 ($935 Early Bird)
Budget Room: AU $1225 or $1158 each (2 people) ($1025 or $958 Early Bird)
Cottages: AU $1285 ($1085 Early Bird)
Lotus Pod Rooms: AU $1285 or $1173 each (2 people) ($1085 or $973 Early Bird)
Bhakti Guesthouse Rooms (With Ensuite): AU $1447 or $1254 each (2 people) ($1247 or $1054 Early Bird)
Cabin (self-contained): AU $1447 or $1254 each (2 people) ($1247 or $1054 Early Bird)
Payments - We require a $600 deposit to hold your spot in the course. The full payment is due no later than your arrival day.
Before booking, please have a look at our Code of Conduct and our Terms and Conditions. If you are dealing with any physical or mental health issues, please also check our 'Are you ready' page.
Choose your date below to make your booking
Please note: On your arrival day, the retreat program begins at 11am. For an extra relaxed experience, you have the option to add a night before or after, so you can enjoy the farm atmosphere incl. classes and wellness centre for as long as you like. On the final day, we conclude at 3:30pm.
Delicious vegetarian food
At Krishna Village, we offer 3x delicious vegetarian meals per day. From vegan kitchari, porridge, and fresh fruits for breakfast, to vegetable curry with rice or flatbreads, and heartier dishes for lunch & dinner... If you're looking to incorporate more plant-based options into your diet, you'll be sure to enjoy our meals.
If you have any specific dietary needs, you are welcome to use the Krishna Village kitchen to prepare your meals.
The Krishna Farm
The Krishna Farm "New Govardhana" serves as an ashram to a community of yogis who aspire to live according to their deepest vows and commitments on their path of service, spiritual contentment and happiness (Bhakti Yoga). Their service and dedication make this location a beautiful place of growth, healing and spiritual awakening. The temple is the beating heart of the community at New Govardhana and we encourage all who visit the property to come along and experience the lifestyle and philosophy reflected by the practice of Krishna consciousness.
