A Labyrinth Weekend:
an ancient path for a new way
Join hosts Max & Dr Bronwyn Greive and Elizabeth Schiemer*, to learn more about this ancient meditative practice at an experiential weekend.
March 27th -29th, 2026
You're too late for this one BUT stay tuned for the next one.
Experience ways to integrate this ancient meditative practice into your life while being a part of something bigger than yourself in this labyrinth experience from Friday to Sunday afternoon. There will be time to walk & talk labyrinths & learn more skills as you become familiar with this great ancient tool.
A full weekend centred on reflection, insight and growth using the labyrinth in various ways. There are 4 walking labyrinths on the property, each with distinct patterns to follow. There are also numerous handheld labyrinths of different designs.
Begin the experience Friday night 7pm with meet and greet, laying the foundations for a weekend of deep diving and connection.
This is followed by reflecting at supper under the stars.
Saturday starts at 9am, with 3 sessions, each with a different focus using a labyrinth, followed by quiet time for deeper contemplation.
Sessions are:
"Labyrinths are not mazes but they are amazing:The labyrinth in context"
Max Greive, Labyrinth enthusiast, builder, facilitator, counsellor and Spiritual Director.
"Ariadne's Thread: The Labyrinth of our Body Mind"
A swallow dive into anatomy, physiology and the physiological effect of the labyrinth walk with Elizabeth Schiemer. RN. AdvDipArt. Dip.Clinical Hypnotherapy. chair ALN 2021- 2022
"Craft your own 'Golden Thread' journey" Bronwyn Greive BNHI, PhD, artist, Spiritual Director.
There is also time in the day for your choice of mindful activity.
Dinner in Dungog (to keep costs low choose your budget, venue and
pay your own way).
Finish the night under the stars.
Sunday has a morning session
Followed by a Q&A
Rounded off with lunch to meaningfully close the time together.
What is included for full participants:
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Input from labyrinth facilitators and enthusiasts,
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Experience 4 walking labyrinths,
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Guidance on your own labyrinth walks,
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Use of handheld labyrinths,
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Assisted reflection time,
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Art therapy exercises,
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2 breakfasts.
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2 lunches,
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2 morning & afternoon teas,
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Supper under the stars (supper will happen, the stars are no guaranteed-weather permitting),
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Nature connection on 100 acres overlooking the Barrington Tops,
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Sharing with other people willing to go deeper,
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Swimming pool,
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Sunset reflection (of course viewing sunset is dependent on the weather).
Price for the full experience: $500 + accommodation (see options below).
Remember to read the T&Cs before proceeding.
Need more flexibility? Contact us to discuss options: email fostertonretreat@outlook.com or our contact form.
A sunset view at Fosterton Retreat.
Accommodation Options
Well appointed cabins:
Valley View -2 people, Queen bed, 1 bath, $ 170 p/night
Mountain View -2 people, Queen bed, 1 bath, $ 170 p/night
In Mountain View bring 2 more friends to stay in a single bed at only $70 p/night
Happy to keep costs down with have some shared space?
Look at the options in the comfortable, quirky, Fosterton House:
5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.
King room- 2 people, King bed, $ 140 p/ night
Queen room- 2 people, Queen bed, $130 p/ night
Double room- 2 people, Double bed, $120 p/ night
Shared bedroom- with 2 people in single beds, or 3 people in single beds, $70 p/person p/night.
Note: This is a retreat with information & hands on experience so, if you want to bring a non-participating partner, you’ll need to book a cabin where they can enjoy their break.
Labyrinths are good for everyone and so many things....
Learn more about the research behind using a labyrinth.
We have numerous research articles listed on our website for your perusal.
The Australian Labyrinth Network has other research including from Elizabeth Schiemer.
Discover different ideas for using a labyrinth.
Through our blog
Read Max's article "Labyrinths are not mazes but they are amazing"
Have a reflective labyrinth experience at home, through Day 4 of our "Stay at Home Retreat".
The labyrinth was great & I had a fabulous time talking to you both- just not long enough. S & J
Here's what others have said:
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*A little about Elizabeth Schiemer....
Now a retired nurse Elizabeth’s main interest has been mind body health and wellbeing, starting when she noticed the predominance of pharmacology when treating epilepsy. Then when her son was diagnosed with a tectal tumor she learnt about the roles of meditation, diet and emotional healing.
As the secretary of Port Stephens Suicide Prevention she was asked "what is a labyrinth?" and soon found they dovetailed with her interest in positive psychology and connecting with others developed her interest in labyrinths for health and wellbeing.
This led her ever-enquiring mind to learning about the Sacred ratio in the construction of the Universe, golden ratio designs, the energy of the labyrinth, music for healing, Hermetic spiritual philosophy, aromatherapy, QiGong and much more.
The more I know, the more I know, I know nothing
"If I am the wisest man alive, it is for I know one thing, and that is that I know nothing". Socrates