Gentle Forest Bathing Walks for Southland Women’s Club Members

Gentle Forest Bathing Walks with Hannah Gentle – Restorative Nature Sessions for Women

Discover the healing power of nature with Gentle Forest Bathing (Shinrin-yoku). A relaxing, slow-paced immersion in the beautiful native forest of Dolamore Park every Sunday afternoon in August. Led by internationally certified Forest Therapy Guide Hannah Gentle, these sessions offer a peaceful escape from daily demands, helping women reconnect with themselves and the natural world.

Benefits of Forest Bathing include reduced stress and anxiety, boosted mood and mental clarity, improved sense of wellbeing, and natural immune support through phytoncides released by trees.

No strenuous hiking is involved. These sessions are gentle and adaptable for all fitness levels, making them ideal for relaxation, burnout recovery, and overall restoration.

Upcoming Group Sessions

• Every Sunday in August, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm at Dolamore Park (near Gore)
• Small groups of maximum 6 participants
• $50 per person per session

Private sessions are also available for a more personalised restorative experience ($220 for 3 hours, works well with two friends, a couple, or two family members).

We are also gauging interest in a special Otatara forest bathing experience in August or October. If you’d like to join or express interest, please email Hannah at hlgentle@icloud.com.

These nurturing sessions provide a wonderful opportunity to slow down, breathe deeply, and leave feeling grounded, lighter, and refreshed. Spaces are limited, email Hannah today to secure your spot for Dolamore Park or to let her know about your interest in Otatara walks.