Forest Bathing- Nature Therapy at the Art Sanctuary
A guided yoga walk and sensory immersion on sacred ground
Forest bathing, or Shinrin-yoku, is the practice of consciously spending time in nature to restore balance to the body, mind, and nervous system. At the Art Sanctuary, this experience takes the form of a slow, guided yoga walk through the sanctuary grounds; an intentional journey that honours the land, its ancient trees, and places of long-held cultural significance.
This is not a hike or exercise class. It is a gentle, reverent immersion into the living landscape, guided with presence and care.
The Experience
Each session unfolds as a slow walking meditation, pausing at key locations across the Art Sanctuary.
You’ll be guided through:
A grounding arrival and land acknowledgement, inviting respect and awareness of place
Gentle breathwork and embodied movement woven into a yoga walk
Sensory invitations that deepen connection to the forest environment
Moments of stillness beneath ancient trees
Quiet reflection near areas of indigenous significance, held with care and respect
A closing integration circle and tea ceremony to ground the experience
The pace is unhurried, allowing time to listen, feel, and attune to the rhythms of the land.
Benefits of Forest Bathing
Time spent in nature and mindful movement can:
Calm the nervous system and reduce stress
Support emotional balance and mental clarity
Encourage embodied presence and gentle mobility
Deepen connection to nature, culture, and community
Reawaken creativity and intuitive awareness
Participants often leave feeling centred, softened, and quietly restored.
Who It’s For
This experience is open to all bodies and levels of experience. Movements are accessible, optional, and guided with inclusivity in mind. No prior yoga or meditation experience is needed.
Join Us
Forest bathing at the Art Sanctuary is an invitation to slow down, walk gently on the land, and reconnect—with nature, with self, and with the deeper story of place.