Knowledge
Presence
Awakening
Integration
Heartfelt teachings on Consciousness shared with love and grace.
Meet Mark
Mark Pheely is one of Australia’s most loved and respected teachers of Yoga, Philosophy and Consciousness. Mark is known for his clear and direct insights into the nature of mind and living consciously. Using the platforms of Yoga, meditation and philosophy he guides his students to deep states of consciousness and connection. He has taught and led thousands of students through his classes, workshops, retreats, one-on-one mentoring and Yoga Teacher Training.
Rich teachings often come from a lifetime of experiences. Mark has traveled an incredible life journey. From School Teacher, to the highs and lows of highly successful corporate life, then as a health educator and ultimately a respected Yoga teacher and studio owner. Two decades of spiritual searching, reading, learning and traveling, with inspiring teachers from India, Sri Lanka, and Australia. This ultimately led to a two year private and remote sabbatical. Here in relative isolation, Mark put all the practices into deep meditation and embodied experiences. What ensued was clear, simple and direct interconnectivity to the truth of all the teachings. A pathway to an awake, conscious life emerged that Mark now willingly shares effortlessly and with grace with the world.
Mark now lives permanently on the beautiful Kangaroo Island spending a lot of his time in deep reflection and then sharing these teachings with love and grace.
Retreats and Trainings
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This is our signature offering. Combining all the elements of Yoga, stillness, meditation, personal exploration, philosophy, nature, holistic wellness held in stunning retreat locations. These breakthrough immersions are run over 2 - 9 nights (depending upon the retreat). This is one of the most powerful gifts you can give yourself on the path to inner peace and Living Consciously.
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Ever wanted to take an incredible deep dive into the heart of Yin Yoga? These highly sought after trainings will give you the skills, knowledge and confidence to teach Yin Yoga or simply take your personal practice to the next level.
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Coming in 2024! In conjunction with Westside Yoga (Melbourne), Mark Pheely and Jaymala Sharma will guide you to the very essence of Yoga itself. This 300hr incredibly rich and diverse course will is one of the most respected in Australia. History, Philosophy, Asana, The 8 Limbs of Yoga, Consciousness, Meditation, Anatomy, Teaching Skills and so much more is coming. Delivered with integrity, respect and incredible knowledge, this course will take you to the very heart of Yoga and the felt realization that we are all connected.
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These small curated and personally guided tours are something very special indeed. Here we have the opportunity to combine conscious travel to exotic locations, with deep insights into the land, its history, food and its people. We have time to breathe and experience a completely different culture and begin to look at life through a completely different lens. New horizons, unforgettable experiences and lifetime connections.
Yoga Classes
Mark is currently offering monthly Yin Yoga classes on Kangaroo Island.
Free Weekly Meditations - Wednesday
EVERY WEDNESDAY 6.45am (MELBOURNE TIME)
WEDNESDAY MEDITATION ZOOM LINK
Meeting ID: 812 5536 6463
Free Weekly Meditations - Saturday
EVERY SATURDAY 7.30am (MELBOURNE TIME)
Meeting ID: 889 1795 7729
Monthly Yin Yoga with Mark
SECOND SUNDAY OF THE MONTH 3.00pm - 5.00pm
Held at CWA Hall, Penneshaw, (Kangaroo Island).
No booking required. $35 at the door. No prior experience necessary, open to everyone.
Please bring a yoga mat, bolster/cushion, yoga block (or similar), and blanket/shawl.
Please arrive 10 mins early.
Questions? Contact Mark on 0423 066 203.
Free Monthly Satsangs - Sunday
FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH 7.30am - 8.45am
(MELBOURNE TIME)
Meeting ID: 858 3278 6004
Consciousness Mentoring
Consciousness mentoring can help guide your introspective practice, creating healthy mindsets and leading to a deeper understanding and realisation of your true self. Offered as one-on-one discussions via phone or video link.
Philosophical Foundations of the Teachings
At the absolute heart of the teachings is the jewel of Unconditional Loving Awareness. This pristine state of profound Heart Wisdom is available to us all at any time. We were born with it and somehow through the process of social engineering, we lost contact with it and therefore our higher selves...
“It is only the mind that obscures the vast well of limitless self love.”
— Ram Dass
15th - 18th OCTOBER 2026 (3 nights)
De-Tong Ling Retreat Centre KANGAROO ISLAND
Go beyond the mind and find yourself
Brought to you by Aaron Schultz and Mark Pheely
WHY THIS RETREAT?
Meditation is an ancient and revered practice throughout the world. Repeated scientific studies have proven its long lasting physical, mental and emotional benefits.
This signature retreat, led by Aaron Schultz & Mark Pheely, will take you on a journey to declutter the mind and find a place of calm strength, perspective and grounding. We will look at why, when and how to meditate. Simple, profound and accessible practices that can change the course of a life.
This Retreat will include daily movement practice, meditation techniques, time for contemplation & Satsangs (led group discussions). Held at the De-Toing Ling Retreat Centre, Kangaroo Island, this incredible tailored retreat offers a precious opportunity to go deeper into the real you. We invite you to go beyond the mind, and expand into freedom, spaciousness, strength & clarity.
BENEFITS OF MEDITATION FOR MEN
Reduces Stress & Anxiety
Improves Mental Clarity
Increases Alertness & Focus
Heightens Self Awareness allowing for better decision making
Encourages Healthier Sleep
Improved Breathing & Circulation
Provides a Safe Place to Process Emotions
Gives Insights & Perspective into Life Events
Encourages Personal Growth
DATES
Arriving 2.00pm Thursday 15th October 2026
Departing 2.00pm Sunday 18th October 2026
LOCATION
The De-Tong Ling Retreat Centre is situated on 1300 acres of wilderness at the western end of the island, 5kms from the north coast and elevated with long views across the scrub out to sea and the islands in Investigator Strait. The pure air and water of its pristine environment and the deep silence of its remote location provide ideal conditions for retreat. The address is 339 Snug Cove Rd Gosse, SA 5223.
INVESTMENT IN YOU
Your price depends upon the type of room you choose. There are two room types.
Option A: Own Room with shared bathroom. $990
Option B: Own Room with private bathroom. $1,155
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Your investment includes:
• All meals by our own on site personal chef
• All classes, lectures and on site events
• Your comfortable accommodation
• Full access to the on site facilities
SECURING YOUR PLACE
All bookings are directly through The Outback Mind.
A $350 non refundable deposit will secure your place. The balance of your investment is not due until 1st September 2026.
Bookings contact Aaron Schultz
outbackmind.org.au
support@outbackmind.org.au
0400 573 867
Bank details:
Outback Mind Foundation Ltd
BSB: 633000
Account: 195101563
CANCELLATIONS
In the unlikely event that you have to cancel at any time we will do our best to fill your place. If this can be done, then we are happy to refund your deposit less $80 admin. If we are unable to fill your place then unfortunately your deposit will be forfeited.
NOT INCLUDED
Your travel to and from the Venue.
OPEN TO EVERYONE
This retreat is open to absolutely everyone. No prior meditation experience necessary.
GETTING THERE
If you are coming from the mainland there are two choices; fly to Kingscote (KI) from Adelaide Airport, or alternatively catch the Ferry from Cape Jervis to Penneshaw. You can take your vehicle on the Ferry. It is about a 90 min drive to the venue from Penneshaw. If you plan to take the Ferry (Sealink) we suggest booking early.
All bookings are directly through The Outback Mind.
Bookings contact Aaron Schultz
outbackmind.org.au
support@outbackmind.org.au
0400 573 867