The Art of Slowing Down | Wellness Escapes To Hit Reset
Slowing down is a skill yet here in the Riverina, it comes naturally. Shaped by wide skies, working landscapes and a quieter pace of life, the region offers space to pause, breathe and reset without distraction.
From mineral-rich pools and mindful movement to float therapy, holistic healing and gentle walks in nature, these wellness experiences invite you to switch off and tune back in. Whether you’re planning a dedicated escape or simply seeking moments of calm along the way, swap the packed schedules for restorative experiences that help you feel grounded, refreshed, and re-energised.
Sweat it Out At the Haus of Vitality
A modern wellness sanctuary with studios in Griffith, Leeton & West Wyalong designed for full-body reset. Haus of Vitality offers infrared saunas, ice baths and contrast therapy to help regulate the nervous system, boost circulation and leave you feeling clear-headed and restored — ideal after long drives or active summer days.
Float & Soak at The Barmedman Mineral Pools
A true Riverina summer classic, the Barmedman Mineral Pools are rich in naturally occurring minerals and known for their therapeutic benefits. Floating beneath big skies, surrounded by open country, this historic pool offers a refreshing and deeply relaxing way to slow down and soak up the season.
Move Gently at Peach Studio
A bright, welcoming studio in Coolamon offering yoga and pilates with a strong focus on mindful movement and community. Peach Studio is perfect for gentle summer sessions that leave you feeling open, energised and connected, rather than depleted.
Feel Weightless At The Float Centre
When the heat calls for complete stillness, float therapy provides one of the most effective resets available. In a temperature-controlled, zero-gravity environment, the Weightless Float Centre in Temora allows both mind and body to fully switch off and recharge.
Strength, stretch & Unwind at Empowr Health
Blending pilates with infrared sauna sessions, Empowr Health in Narrandera offers a balanced approach to movement, recovery and relaxation. It’s an ideal stop for maintaining strength while also giving your body space to unwind during summer.
Restore balance and unwind at The Revive Wellness Centre
Home to a range of holistic health practitioners, Revive Wellness Centre offers a calm, nurturing space for deep restoration. From yoga at Zen Shala, massage and bodywork to Reiki and energy healing through ImraLife, the centre brings together multiple health modalities designed to support emotional clarity, energetic balance and inner calm. These gentle, restorative practices offer a reset that goes beyond the physical.
Flow, breathe and ground yourself at Riverina Yoga Studio
A welcoming studio offering yoga classes for all levels. With a focus on calm, mindful practice, Riverina Yoga Studio in Griffith provides a cooling, grounding space that works beautifully for early-morning or evening sessions during the warmer months.
Stretch out and find space at Saltbush Stretch Yoga & Pilates
Set against the vast openness of the Hay Plains, Saltbush Stretch brings mindful movement to one of the Riverina’s most striking landscapes. The combination of gentle practice and endless horizons makes this a uniquely grounding summer experience.
Walk it out and reconnect with nature on the Yerong Walking Track
Wellness in the Riverina isn’t limited to studios and treatment rooms. An early hike along the Yerong Walking Track near The Rock, offers fresh air, expansive views and a quiet connection to nature — a simple but powerful way to reset before the day heats up.