As Nature Turns Unward
Winter invites us to rest, restore, and cultivate deep renewal. This is the season to nourish your roots and embrace quiet strength.
Join me Sunday, 9th November '25 to slow down and align with winter’s wisdom
Planning ahead? Bookings are already open for Embrace Winter's Stillness 2026 on this link.
Winter Nourishment - What's Included
Winter Retreat: Embrace Stillness & Renewal
Winter is the season of deep restoration and reflection—a
time to slow down, nourish your energy, and turn inward. In Chinese
medicine, this is the season of the Water element, encouraging
us to cultivate stillness and replenish our reserves.
Join me for a deeply nourishing winter retreat, where you’ll experience
seasonal acupuncture, Qi Gong, and soothing Chinese medicine
techniques to support rest, renewal, and inner balance.
Nestled in a peaceful retreat space in Steyning, Sussex, this day also
offers the chance to wild swim in the cool natural pond and warm
up in the bespoke sauna—a powerful contrast to awaken your
senses and deeply restore.
Sunday, 9th November 2025
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Private location, Steyning, Sussex
£149 (Includes acupuncture, Qi Gong, sauna & wild swimming, self-care tips for winter, a nourishing seasonal lunch, and healthy snacks.)
Take this time to rest, reflect, and realign with the season’s quiet strength.
Review Steyning, Spring 2025
Jo gently weaved her knowledge to create a truly special day of self care in a beautiful. rural setting. It was spot on in every way. From the learning to the experiencing and the glorious sauna and lake plunge overlooking the South Downs. So glad I took the day as we come to the end of a long winter.
Liz
Email Feb '25
What's Included In The Day?
Would you like a whole day to rest, restore and revitalise? To immerse yourself in nature and find your energetic flow?
Join me as I help ease your mind and body from Autumn to Winter. Connect with nature to rest deeply, restore your energy and revitalise your wellness.
This Immersive Day Retreat Allows You To:
- Fully submerge yourself in the energy of nature
- Enjoy the time and space to rest, away from the demands of everyday
life
- Leave behind what no longer serves you
- Restore your wellbeing with ancient healing treatments and activities
- Return home with renewed energy
Restore Your Energy Nestled In Nature:
- Move your body and calm your mind with easy to follow, simple self healing qi gong practice (suitable for all levels)
- Improve your energy flow, with seasonal Acupuncture in a group setting
- Nourish yourself with the most delicious, seasonally curated food made with love.
Limited Space - Book Your Spot
This is a small group day retreat due to limited space. The total cost for the day is £149, non refundable but you are able to transfer to another person.
Planning ahead? Bookings are already open for Embrace Winter's Stillness 2026 on this link.
Your Host Jo Darling
Jo has been helping people live happier, healthier
lives for almost 20 years. She has a degree in Acupuncture and years of extensive study and practice utilising the ancient wisdom of Chinese medicine.
Through her retreats and Acupuncture practice she
has witnessed the profound impact that self-knowledge coupled with bespoke, natural self-care practices can have on people’s lives. She has curated her retreats to give you the rare opportunity to do just that.
Testimonials
Jo is a great teacher, extremely talented and so much fun. She held the space for us all to be safe and open and flawlessly had the balance to be on the same level as everyone else.
Her healing talents are in her listening, understanding and communication as much as in her teaching and treatment sessions
Jayne
Molino Del Rey 2023
"The retreat at Tigmi with Jo was out of this world. If you want some time to refocus on yourself and nourish your soul then Jo’s expertise will surpass your expectations. I’ve come away having fuelled my mind and body in the most positive way, with wonderful people in stunning location"
Gina
Tigmi, Morocco 2025
I had never been on a retreat before so I didn’t really know what to expect - it was the most incredible experience! It was a week to step away from daily life into a bubble of self care and laughter with a wonderfully supportive group of ladies.
Jo’s knowledge, empathy and skill in leading the retreat gave us the
perfect balance of learning, guided practice and also time for ourselves.
Vanessa
Molino Del Rey, October 2024
Molino del Rey is a beautiful centre lovingly and sympathetically created in the stunning Andalusian mountains, the food was perfect, freshly homemade and nourishing and the massages were a real treat! Thank you Jo
Vanessa
Molino Del Rey October 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
Terms and Conditions
Jo Darling Day Retreats – Terms & Conditions
(For One-Day Local Retreats in the UK) Effective from 26 June 2025
1. Payment Terms
- Day retreats must be paid in full at the time of booking.
- You can choose to pay via Klarna on this website to spread the cost.
- If you'd like a payment plan, please contact me via the contact form and I’ll do my best to arrange something flexible.
- Payments are non-refundable, but your ticket is fully transferable to another person.
2. What’s Included
Your retreat fee includes:
- All sessions, activities, and teachings listed in the retreat description
- Meals and refreshments as stated
What’s not included:
- Transport to and from the venue
- Any additional treatments or sessions not listed as part of the retreat
3. Travel
- You are responsible for arranging your own travel to and from the retreat venue.
4. Health & Responsibility
- You are responsible for your own health and wellbeing during the retreat.
- By booking, you confirm you are physically and mentally fit to participate.
- Please let me know in advance about any medical conditions, allergies, or mental health concerns that may affect your participation.
- My retreats are not a substitute for medical care or therapy.
5. Liability
- I am not liable for any personal injury, loss, damage, or expenses incurred during the retreat, unless caused by proven negligence.
- You attend and participate in all activities at your own risk.
6. Changes & Cancellations by Me
- I reserve the right to cancel or reschedule the retreat due to unforeseen circumstances (such as illness or venue issues).
- In the unlikely event that I have to cancel, you’ll be offered:
- A full refund of what you’ve paid, or
- A transfer to another retreat of your choice (subject to availability).
7. Behaviour & Group Dynamics
- I aim to create a kind, inclusive, and respectful space.
- I reserve the right to ask a participant to leave (without refund) if their behaviour jeopardises the safety or wellbeing of the group.
8. Acceptance
By booking and completing your payment, you agree to these Terms & Conditions in full.
What is group acupuncture
Group acupuncture is acupuncture treatment in a group setting. Usually up to 6 people receive treatment simultaneously.
Before treatment Jo takes your full health history via an online form. On the day she'll ask about any current issues such as if you have your period.
Jo then treats you for relaxation and points to help your energy flow from one season to the next.
Treatment is of the same high standard as 1-2-1 sessions following heatlh and safety guidelines as set out by the British Acupuncture council.
I'm new to Qi Gong what does it entail?
Jo teaches very simple Dao Yin Qi gong. Slow meditative movements suitable for complete beginners to seasonal Qi Gongers.
Everyone will get something from the session no matter how experienced they are.
Dao Yin is self healing and non prescriptive with the breath. You can go at your pace and enjoy the gentle movement surrounded in nature.
What happens during the workshops?
As a self confessed Chinese medicine nerd Jo is passionate about sharing ancient wisdom for self care.
Too often medicine is about fixing when actually there's so much we can do to understand ourselves better and support our energy to optimise our wellbeing,
Jo shares Chinese medicine in a relatable, doable way so that everyone can find something to take away into every day life.
Payment
Payment terms
Payment Terms from the T&Cs
- Day retreats must be paid in full at the time of booking.
- You can choose to pay via Klarna on this website to spread the cost.
- If you'd like a payment plan, please contact me via the contact form and I’ll do my best to arrange something flexible.
- Payments are non-refundable, but your ticket is fully transferable to another person.
Do you offer payment in installments
Yes you can either pay in instalments via Klarna or facebook. If you would prefer to pay direct via installments message Jo directly hello@jodarling.co.uk
What payment methods do you take?
Shop pay, Google pay, Apple Pay. Visa, Mastercard and Amex
