Wellness Programs

Introduction to the 5-Day Wellness Program

Join us for an immersive 5-day wellness journey at The Sanctuary, meticulously designed to promote healing, relaxation, mindfulness, and healthy living. Hosted by Alison and Hagen Zweers, each day of the wellness program is a step towards rejuvenation and self-discovery.

Activities

Guest check-in, orientation, personal consultations, intention setting, and relaxation sessions.

Activities

Morning walk, food/garden tour, water aerobics, yoga, and stress release sessions.

Activities

Mindful beach walk, meditation, emotional eating workshop, water aerobics, mandala meditation, and sound bowl healing.

Activities

Breathwork, Wim Hof method ice bath, yoga, and fermentation workshop.

Activities

Beach walk, gratitude gathering, optional ocean swim, health workshop, water aerobics.

Activities

Final Inbody Scan, health coaching session and check-out, feeling refreshed.

Holistic Activities and Workshops

Our program is enriched with a variety of activities including morning walks, yoga, meditation, water aerobics, and diverse workshops. Each activity is designed to harmonize with our holistic approach, integrating nature, movement, nutrition, and mindfulness practices.

Offerings

What Wellness Services “The Sanctuary” offers

Join us for an immersive wellness journey at The Sanctuary, meticulously designed to promote healing, relaxation, mindfulness, and healthy living. Hosted by Alison and Hagen Zweers, each day of the program is a step towards rejuvenation and self-discovery.

1. SCIENCE-BACKED WELLNESS PROGRAMS FOR OPTIMAL RESULTS

We believe in the power of science. We incorporate cutting-edge technologies such as our Inbody machine and DNA analysis to provide data-driven insights into body composition, metabolism, and genetic predispositions. This scientific approach allows us to tailor our clients’ programs specifically to their unique needs, ensuring maximum effectiveness and results once they return to their daily lives.

DNA Analysis plays a crucial role in supporting health and wellbeing by providing personalised insights into an individual’s genetic makeup. By understanding genetic predispositions, we are able to tailor nutrition, fitness plans, potential health risks and optimise lifestyle and preventative measures.

2. SPECIALISTS IN WEIGHT LOSS AND BODY OPTIMISATION

We are specialists in shedding unwanted weight, optimising the body and achieving long-lasting results. Our 5-day program is structured with personal curation. We take a glimpse at underlying or destructive behaviours which sabotage our relationship with food. We believe in a comprehensive and sustainable approach to weight loss, focusing on healthy nutrition, targeted exercises, lifestyle modifications and understanding of emotions that drive unhealthy eating.

3. DEALING WITH ANXIETY AND STRESS

Anxiety and stress can take a heavy toll on overall wellbeing. We specialise in helping overcome these challenges through a combination of techniques, mindfulness practices and personalized coaching.

4. HOLISTIC HEALTH COACHING AND NUTRITION

We believe that true well-being encompasses not only the mind and soul but also the body. We provide health coaching services to guide and support the adoption of healthier habits, improve nutrition and enhance overall physical vitality. Our fasting and plant-based vegan program focuses on resetting and nourishing the body with wholesome, nutritient-rich foods, claiming back energy and vitality.

5. TRAUMA AND GRIEF SUPPORT

Dealing with trauma and grief can be immensely challenging. We are dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment to heal, let go of past pain and embrace a brighter future. Childhood trauma can manifest physically and mentally, as the body may hold onto the lingering impacts of these experiences, potentially leading to long-term health challenges. Through various therapeutic approaches and individualised sessions, we help to release trauma, find closure and embark on a new path of healing and transformation.

6. DEALING WITH ANXIETY AND STRESS

Anxiety and stress can take a heavy toll on overall wellbeing. We specialise in helping overcome these challenges through a combination of techniques, mindfulness practices and personalized coaching. We aim to empower our clients to develop coping mechanisms, transform negative thought patters and cultivate a deep sense of inner peace.

7. NON-MEDICAL HYPNOSIS

We harness the healing power of non-medical hypnosis which has emerged as a powerful tool for addressing a variety of issues, which includes smoking cessation. The process involves a relaxing and transformative process that taps into the subconscious mind, facilitating positive behaviour changes and breaking free from certain vices and addictions.

8. SPIRITUAL HEALING

We recognise that true well-being for some clients goes beyond the physical and mental realms. We offer a range of spiritual services to nourish the soul and deepen connection to the divine and inner wisdom. We offer services and support in areas such as past-life regression, crystal healing, energy healing, chakra balancing, intuitive readings and meditation practices.

9. AESTHETIC TREATMENTS

We call on local therapists to offer luxurious, rejuvenating skin and beauty treatments to enhance natural radiance.

10. BODY TREATMENTS

We believe in the power of restoring balance and harmony in both body and mind. We call on local therapists who will combine the art of touch with soothing essential oils and elixirs to melt away tension, enhance circulation, target specific areas of discomfort and promote overall wellness.

11. WIM HOF BREATHWORK AND ICE IMMERSIONS

We are proud to offer Wim Hof’s renowned Breathwork techniques and invigorating ice immersions in our ice bath. We also encourage cool Atlantic Ocean dips which we offer as one of our optional activities.

12. SOUND JOURNEYS

We provide our guests with the experience of sound healing through our specialised sound bowl sessions. This is an ancient healing process which takes one through a harmonic resonance, using a variety of sound bowls to create soothing vibrations, gentle rhythms and tones. This practice has been known to aid the release of tension, reduce stress and restore harmony within the mind, body and spirit.

13. FITNESS ACTIVITIES

We offer a range of fitness activities designed to invigorate the body. From Yoga and Pilates classes that cultivate strength, balance and flexibility, to walking on our beautiful estate or using the gym. After a rewarding workout, unwind and detoxify in our serene sauna or a dip in the heated pool.

14. INFORMATIVE TALKS AND FIRESIDE CHATS

We are passionate educators in health and wellness and offer regular insightful and informative talks on a variety of topics ranging from nutrition and mindfulness to holistic healing and self-care practices. Our fireside chats offer a truly African experience of a deep connection to nature and the surrounding environment. The flickering light of the fire creates a mesmerising ambiance, setting the stage for intimate and thought-provoking conversations that resonate with the spirit of the land.

15. PERSONALITY ASSESSMENTS

We offer the enriching opportunity for our guest to explore the profound insights of the Enneagram. Whether for individual self-discovery or deepening understanding within couples’ relationships, this will provide tailored exploration of personality dynamics, motivations and potential areas for growth. The report is based on an ancient personality typology system and has immense benefit for self-awareness and relational enrichment.

16. HOT AND COLD IMMERSIONS

We invite our guests to indulge in the heat of our sauna, allowing warmth to envelop senses and cleanse the body of impurities. Then, surrendering the body to the enlivening chill of our ice bath, awakening the spirit and invigorating the body with a rush of crisp, revitalising energy. Finally, the pristine waters of the Atlantic Ocean allows the rhythmic embrace of the waves to restore vitality and rejuvenate our being.

17. YOGA

We offer an array of yoga sessions for mind, body and spirit We tailor classes for all levels. We offer gentle, restorative sessions to more dynamic flows helping our guests to unwind, stretch and reconnect with the inner self.

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2. CORPORATE WELLNESS

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3. HEALTH COACHING

We offer coaching services to improve overall health and wellness. We empower our clients to take responsibility for their own health and support them in making sustainable health coaches. Our clients are benefiting in the following ways: we provide personalized advice taking into account an individuals specific health status, goals and challenges; help our clients set health goals which provides a level of accountability; change is hard and we are supportive and offer encouragement; our holistic approach typically looks at all aspects of a person’s life including diet, exercise, sleep, stress management and other lifestyle factors that can impact health; help our clients identify and overcome barriers, whether those barriers are physical, emotional, mental or environmental; people with chronic conditions often benefit from working with us to manage their conditions alongside conventional medical treatment; people interested in preventing future health problems.

4. INBODY ANALYSER

The Inbody 770 Body Composition and Body Water Analyser is high-end technology designed to measure and provide detailed information about an individual’s body composition. It is used by leading medical and fitness professionals around the world as a helpful tool for individuals who aspiring to optimal health and wellness. The test takes 1-minute and debriefing +-30 mins. Health Coaching packages are available to optimise results.

DNA Testing

There is a new paradigm in medicine which is seeing a shift away from the traditionally reactive, one-size-fits-all approach to a more personalised, predictive approach. We work in conjunction with one of South Africa’s premier genetic testing laboratories, in conjunction with Nordic Laboratories. Our DNA Code reveals everything about us, from the colour of our eyes to our levels of caffeine tolerance. Small variations in our DNA code can play a massive role in the functioning of genes. We help you decipher your genetic code, allowing you to use these insights to achieve optimal health outcomes.

We offer a range of tests

1. DNA Core test

This test is a 4-in-1 and tests the key ingredients required for optimal health: weight management, exercise strategies, diet and lifestyle interventions and nutraceutical supplements.

2. DNA Diet

Genetic test designed to guide the personalisation of diet and lifestyle recommendations in order to manage weight. It provides insight into which diet type would be most suitable for you.

3. DNA Health

Genetic test that provides unique insights into your health and your susceptibility to chronic diseases.

4. DNA Mind

Genetic test for those who are concerned about a family history of or are personally suffering from mental illness, specifically around addiction, cognitive decline or mood disorders.

5. DNA Sport

Genetic test for those looking to get maximum benefit from time spent training and better understand the risk for soft tissue injuries and optimal recovery times.

6. DNA Skin

Genetic test that offers insight into key areas that influence skin health, offering personalised topical, nutraceutical diet and lifestyle recommendations.

7. DNA Oestrogen

Suitable for women and men who suffer from oestrogen-dominant conditions. It is also suitable for people with a strong family history of breast, ovarian, colon or prostate cancer as well as women who are considering in vitro fertilisation.

8. DNA GrowBaby

Provides valuable insights into key biological pathways that influence maternal and fetal health.

9. DNA Smile

Provides insights into the state of your oral health and your predisposition for developing periodontal disease. There is growing evidence of a link between this and other chronic diseases.

10. DNA Resilience

Provides insights into a person’s ability to bounce back and mentally/emotionally coping under adverse conditions.

11. DNA Active

Provides insights in designing unique and effective training, as well as nutrition.

12. DNA Pain

Provide insights to individuals suffering from a chronic pain condition, who would like to take a personalised and holistic approach to pain management.

13. Ancestry Screening/DNA Origin

Help discover a person’s true origins with the most comprehensive ancestry test in Africa. We can take you back thousands of generations to determine where in the world your ancestors came from.

Wellness Programs

Wellness Programs

Daily nature walks

Beach walks

Yoga

Pilates

Swimming

Cycling

Kite surfing

Trip to the West Coast National Park Kraalbaai

Canoeing

Kayaking

Atlantic Ocean swims

What Wellness Services “The Sanctuary” offers