Upekshā - (Oo-pek-sa)

“Upeksha” means equanimity — the steady, grounded presence that holds through life’s ups and downs. It’s the quiet strength that comes from mindfulness, emotional awareness, and self-mastery.

This isn’t just a retreat.

It’s a shift in how you relate to yourself and your life.

At Upeksha, you’ll learn to master your emotions, understand yourself with compassion, release old defences, and embrace vulnerability with strength.

Shannon Hsu, founder of Upeksha Wellness, smiling in vibrant fashion beside a plant

Are you ready for a revolution in how you relate to yourself and your life?

The Upekshā Retreat – A Sacred Invitation to Reset and Rise

Held in the lush heart of Sri Lanka, this transformational week offers the perfect blend of movement and stillness, science and soul, tradition and truth.

Welcome to Upekshā Retreats

Where healing becomes power, and connection becomes your superpower.

Guests smiling and sharing a joyful moment during a Upeksha retreat activity

Upekshā Retreats

MEDICINE FOR THE BODY, MIND & SOUL

Through a mix of fitness, yoga, somatic movement, breathwork, meditation, and psychoeducational workshops, you’ll be gently guided back into deeper connection—with yourself, with others, and with life.

Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Healing

Rooted in Ayurveda, your journey includes personalised treatments, 1:1 Ayurvedic consultation, and natural support for stress, sleep, and emotional balance.

More Than Yoga

You’ll explore sacred temples, vibrant markets, and the breathtaking natural beauty of Sri Lanka—all woven into a week designed to restore your clarity, strength, and joy.

This isn’t just a holiday.

It’s your sanctuary. Your return. Your transformation.

What You Will Experience

Colorful temple carvings featuring Hindu deities on a traditional South Asian shrine facad

Cultural Immersion

Two Upeksha retreat guests embracing in a warm hug during a heartfelt moment indoors
Peaceful waterfall flowing over rocky cliffs surrounded by greenery, captured during a Upeksha retreat

Physical Wellbeing

Gift of Nature + Community

What You Will Receive

Two Upeksha retreat guests embracing in a warm hug during a heartfelt moment indoors

Connection +

Emotional Mastery

Guest receiving a relaxing therapeutic massage during a Upeksha wellness retreat

Ayurvedic Medicine +

Healing

Psychotherapist Shannon Hsu gently guiding a healing session with a participant at Upeksha

Psychoeducation Tools +

Personal Growth

Choose Upekshā Retreats ✴︎

Accomodation Options

Two Sanctuaries

One Transformative Journey

First Stop: Sigiriya – Cultural Heartland

Stay in a Deluxe Villa at Amaya Lake Dambulla, nestled in lush greenery beside a serene lake. Wake to birdsong, unwind in nature’s embrace, and sink into cosy luxury after days of exploring the Cultural Triangle. Peace, privacy, and comfort—your perfect retreat base.

Second Stop: Coastal Sanctuary in Negombo

Your journey ends by the sea in one of Sri Lanka’s leading Ayurvedic retreats. Tucked in tropical gardens, each 200sqm private villa offers its own garden and healing space. Reconnect with yourself through personalised Ayurvedic care, ancient wisdom, and deep rest.

Breathe, restore, and come home to you.

Bright and spacious private room with a queen bed for solo travellers at Upeksha retreat

Solo Traveller Private Room

Private Villa - $4500

Outdoor view of a cozy shared courtyard room at Upeksha, ideal for friends or couples

Travelling with friend/partner

Shared Bed - 1 x King bed - Couple / Two Friends: $4000 per person

Peaceful shared room setup for solo travellers attending the Upeksha retreat

Solo Traveller In Shared Room

Shared Villa – 2 x King Single Beds - Two People: $4000 per person

Investment Inclusions

Prices Are Per Person & includes:

✔️ Luxury accommodation (shared or solo)

✔️ 2 Locations - Cultural heartland & beachside getaway

✔️ All meals 3 a day - breakfast, lunch & dinner when eaten as a group, as scheduled

(nourishing, locally sourced cuisine, - mainly vegetarian or vegan with fish or chicken as optional)

✔️ Daily movement, mindfulness, + psychoeducation and wellness workshops

✔️ Excursions & cultural experiences

✔️ Group excursions private car & driver

✔️ All entry fees for group scheuled excursions

✔️ Tour transport for all activities ie jeep tour/ boat transfer etc

✔️ Chef cooked meals, team of cleaning & kitchen staff

✔️ Ayurvedic treatments

✔️ Ayurvedic doctors appointments

✔️ Treatment and Diet Plan (Therapeutic Diet) prescribed after the consultation by our Ayurvedic Doctors according to your body constitution. Also, lifestyle prescriptions will be given by our Ayurvedic Doctors under close supervision.

✔️ Individual Diagnosis and Planning of Treatment

✔️ 1 X 40min Private Somatic Therapy session with Shannon

Does Not Include:

✘ Flights to/from

✘ Travel insurance (recommended)

✘ Airport transfer - can be organised via the hotel as per your flights

✘ Additional personal expenses including shopping +

personal spending at the hotel

✘ Visas (Please apply for your visa at your earliest convenience)

✘ Personal excursions / travel outside of group itinerary

✘ Food / drinks outside the group scheduled 3 meals

✘ Alcohol

✘ Add on activities

Payment Schedule:

Deposit:

$1000 to secure your spot - Non Refundable

Payment Plan:

Monthly Payments | $500 (min per month)

We are happy to work with you to figure out a plan that works for you!

We’ll be in touch after your deposit is paid, to ensure you’re fully prepared for this incredible journey.

Get in touch with all and any questions prior to making the despot!

Meet the Team

Shannon Hsu

Founder

Psychotherapist | Somatic expert

Trauma Informed | Yoga | Movement Breathwork | Reiki | Meditation Guide

Shannon Hsu, founder of Upeksha and somatic psychotherapist, smiling in a dynamic pose beside a plant

Maxwell Ennist

Facilitator

Embodied Healing Practitioner

Cognitive & Kinesthetic Therapist | Martial Arts Educator | Integrative Bodyworker

Maxwell Ennist, Upeksha facilitator and embodied healing practitioner, seated and smiling at an outdoor gathering

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Find Them Here: FAQ & Itinerary

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