Be Well CPD Retreat Bowral
A Wellbeing & CPD retreat designed by physicians for physicians
Come join us for an intimate, relaxing & fun retreat in Bowral NSW. You will leave having completed 12 hours of CPD hours including your mandatory Annual Conversation & Professional Development Plan, and a Self-Care Audit. Attendance to all CPD group sessions makes completion of your Minimum Annual CPD requirement easy, PLUS you’ll learn new methods of self-care for continued wellness.
CPD Retreat Information
Learn leadership, self-care & CPD skills to optimise your wellbeing, & personal & professional growth.
Enjoy optional gentle beginner yoga, hikes, relaxation sessions, self-care skills practice, mindfulness, wine tasting, down-time & more.
Connect, make mates & enjoy learning from each other.
Tickets on sale now for 2025:
15th-18th May 2025 – SOLD OUT
Email your interest: hello@ataraxiacollective.com.au
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- Education & training on 2024 CPD requirements: leadership, self-care, self-reflection & goal setting
- Expertly facilitated group work designed to make CPD effective and empowering
- Complete your:
- Mandatory annual conversation & professional development plan (4 hours, Category 2)
- Self-care audit (3.5 hours, Category 3)
- Achieve near-completion of Category 3 or 2 requirements
- RACP templates provided for easy CPD upload
- Optional nurturing activities:
- Gentle yoga & meditation
- Guided relaxation
- Self-care & stress-coping workshops
- Hikes
- Onsite wine tasting
- All meals and drinks included:
- Nutritious, whole food meals made with love
- Hot & continental breakfasts
- Afternoon teas
- 24/7 coffee, tea & fruit station
Venue:
Sage Manor, Bowral NSW — a boutique 8-bedroom homestead designed for rest and reflection. Nestled in a private leafy enclave at the base of Mount Gibraltar, the property features:
- Elegant lounge spaces, sun-drenched conservatory, indoor fireplace & outdoor firepit
- Central heating and plush interiors for a cozy winter retreat
- Beautiful formal gardens, mature deciduous trees, and access to Mt Gibraltar walking trails
- Walking distance to Bowral town centre, boutique shopping, public pool, and cafés
- A true sanctuary — intimate, warm, and ideal for unwinding
Your Hosts
Dr Susannah Ward is a Rehabilitation Medicine Physician based in Newcastle, NSW. She is Chair of the RACP Member Health & Wellbeing Committee and a passionate advocate for the wellbeing of doctors. Susannah has served on the RACP Board as a trainee director and held leadership roles in both the College Trainee Committee and the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine.
With a strong interest in holistic health, behavioural rehabilitation, and evidence-based lifestyle medicine, Susannah integrates mindfulness, nutrition, movement, and psychological tools into her clinical care. She is a qualified yoga and mindfulness teacher and founder of Ataraxia Collective, a project dedicated to doctor wellbeing and sustainable CPD. She also sits on the board of Mood Active, supporting exercise-based interventions for mental health.
Dr Sarah Dalton is a senior Paediatric Emergency Physician at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead and the immediate past President of the Paediatrics and Child Health Division of the RACP. With over 25 years’ experience in clinical and executive leadership roles across NSW Health — including rural, regional, and tertiary settings — Sarah brings a deep understanding of systems, teams, and the challenges facing medical professionals.
A Fulbright Scholar in Clinical Leadership, Sarah is an INSEAD-certified executive coach. She offers performance, leadership and wellbeing coaching to healthcare professionals, with a particular focus on enabling individuals to unlock their own solutions through reflective practice. Sarah is a sought-after mentor and facilitator known for her clarity, compassion and ability to guide deep professional insight.
Together, Susannah and Sarah bring a wealth of clinical, academic and leadership experience — alongside a shared commitment to creating safe, nurturing spaces for personal and professional growth. You will be in expert hands.
- Offsite Day Pass: $1850pp (all-inclusive, no accommodation)
- Onsite Shared Rooms: $1990–$2190pp
- Onsite Private Rooms: $2235–$2650pp
- Prices vary by room type — limited onsite places available
To book or enquire:
📧 hello@ataraxiacollective.com.au
View the BE WELL CPD TERMS & CONDITIONS here!
- An open, non-judgmental, and self-compassionate mind
- Loose, comfy clothes & yoga mat (if planning to flow)
- Walking shoes (for hiking or climbing Mt Gibraltar)
- Everything else will be lovingly provided
- A tranquil, nourishing CPD experience in nature
- Warm hospitality in a luxurious, cozy setting
- Rest, reflection, connection & gentle structure
- Optional activities — judgment-free, flexible participation
- Nearby pool, hikes, boutique shopping & cafés
CPD Accreditation:
– 3 hours Category 1
– 4 hours Category 2 (includes annual conversation & development plan)
– 3.5 hours Category 3
* Everything is optional and without judgment.
* Program & content subject to change.
What past attendees have said:
“Great concept beautifully facilitated & planned. It was nice to meet other doctors from around Australia. Thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you!”
“It was valuable to share discussions about performance & self-care in a group of people from outside my work.”
“The retreat made something tricky, that I was avoiding & dreading, into something worthwhile & fun”
“Probably the most valuable thing was to share ideas & strategies with colleagues”
“I’m planning to come next year because this is perfect!”
“I would definitely come again; it provided an opportunity to breathe & focus on me”
