What the day feels like
A day to slow down, release what you're carrying, and step into the new season with more ease.
By the end of the day, things often feel clearer. Lighter. More like yourself again.
I've created a very special day retreat to help you ease into Autumn. It will be an intimate gathering, with very limited spaces, and a full day designed around letting go, grounding and gently recalibrating your energy as the season begins to shift.
Our day will include all the elements you know and love from my retreats: transitional acupuncture, releasing Qi Gong, time to rest, nourishing food, treats and seasonal teas, with the option to enjoy the sauna and swim if it calls to you.
Saturday 26th September.
Ease Into Autumn- What's Included
A day designed to support the shift into autumn
As the season turns and the energy of the year begins to draw inward, this day gives you space to let go, reset and gather what truly nourishes you.
Set in Steyning against the backdrop of the South Downs, you'll step into a calm, supportive environment where everything is taken care of for you.
Throughout the day, you'll be guided through:
- Gentle Qi Gong in nature
- Seasonal acupuncture to support your energy as we move into autumn
- Simple, practical Chinese medicine self-care
- A long unhurried lunch, homemade, no washing up
- Time to rest, reflect and switch off
Everything is designed to be supportive, not overwhelming, so your body can settle and your energy can rebalance naturally.
Is this day for you?
This day is for you if:
- You've been doing a lot and feel slightly stretched
- Your energy feels off, wired, tired, or flat
- You want to feel more like yourself again
- You're navigating midlife changes and want natural support
- You want a day in beautiful countryside without organising a thing
You don't need to be "good at" anything to come. You just need to arrive.
Space, quiet, and an instant exhale
Steyning sits at the foot of the South Downs, one of the most peaceful corners of Sussex.
- Rolling countryside and open skies
- A natural pond for a wild swim
- A wood-fired sauna to warm you through
- A beautiful, intimate setting to rest and practice
This isn't somewhere you pass through. It's somewhere you land.
What's Included In The Day?
Everything is taken care of so you can fully switch off.
- Qi Gong (gentle, meditative movement, no experience needed)
- Seasonal acupuncture in a small group setting
- Simple, practical Chinese medicine self-care
- A nourishing seasonal lunch, homemade, no washing up
- Tea and sweet treats throughout the day
- Optional wild swim in the natural pond
- Wood-fired sauna, included
Day Retreat Review Steyning
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
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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
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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
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