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senior wellness retreat
(生き甲斐) /ˌɪkiˈɡaɪ/ A reason to rise in the morning, a quiet sense of purpose that makes a life feel worth living.
Join us for serene 14-day all-inclusive holistic wellness experience. Designed specifically for active seniors, our upcoming retreat blends natural movement, artisanal nutrition, timeless learning, intentional stillness and deep social connection in a serene, sanctuary-like environment.
Duration
14 days
Intimacy
40 guests
from Tuas Link
~20 min
Confirmed dates soon
Q1 2027
The Rhythm
Move
Nourish
Daily movement built around strength, balance, and mobility; not performance.
Protein- and fibre-forward eating, taught as habits guests can keep at home.
Learn
Reset
New tools and crafts, from digital literacy to something made by hand.
Breath work, meditation, and sleep architecture; sharpening the tools that keep us regulated.
Belong
A cohort that arrives as guests and leaves as a community that stays in touch beyond the retreat.
14-Day Wellness Journey
Phase I: Arrive & Ground
Cross the strait, settle in, and set your intentions. The first days move gently, sunrise tai chi, breathwork, an easy pilates class, so the body wakes without being rushed, and the fortnight finds its rhythm.
Phase II: Explore & Restore
A little more play, then a deliberate pause. Sport and a day among Johor's heritage give way to the quiet centre of the stay: slow yoga, a sound bath, and an unhurried afternoon at the spa.
Phase III: Deepen & Connect
The warm heart of the retreat. Around cooking, nature, craft and long shared tables, a group of strangers becomes a circle of friends, the kind that stays in touch long after home.
Phase IV: Reflect & Carry Home
Look back at how far you have come. A gentle check-in against your first-day goals, a gathering of gratitude, a farewell on the water, and a quiet morning that sends you home lighter than you arrived.
An all-inclusive sanctuary
Your 14-day retreat is designed to be completely seamless. From the moment we collect you in Singapore, to gourmet longevity-focused dining to round-the-clock wellness support, every detail is curated for your comfort and vitality.
Artisanal Dining
Nutritionist-prepared meals and tea, at communal tables
Vitality Sessions
Daily Tai Chi, Qigong, guided meditation sessions and more, led by master practitioners in our serene garden courtyards.
Wellness Concierge
Onsite wellness check ups, spa treatments, and a vitality report, all tailored to your goals.
Creative & Social programme
Ikebana, calligraphy, ballroom dancing, and other programmes designed to explore your creative side and deepen connections.
Group Shuttles
From your Singapore pickup point, both ways.
Accommodation at the
Marina Hotel
Private suite with marina or garden views, spa-style bathroom.
Common Enquiries
Who is eligible for the Q1 2027 Wellness Retreat?
This retreat is specifically curated for independent seniors in or approaching retirement who are looking to enhance their longevity through natural movement, nutritional focus, and social engagement. While our community is designed for safety and ease, please note we are not a licensed medical care facility.
Where exactly is the retreat located?
The Aurén is situated just across the Johor Straits. It is conveniently located 20 minutes from the Singapore Tuas Link and 10 minutes from Johor Bahru City Centre, in The Forest City, offering a serene escape that remains close to family and medical infrastructure.
What facilities are available during the 14-day stay?
Participants will reside in the Marina Hotel with nature views. Facilities include communal dining spaces for plant-forward meals, dedicated areas for tai chi and qigong, creative pursuit studios, and social lounges designed for deep connection.
Is the retreat truly all-inclusive?
Yes. The Q1 2027 package covers your premium hotel residence, all meals and beverages, curated wellness and social programming, and local transfers from designated points in Singapore and The Forest City.
The Rhythm
The longest-lived among us are rarely the busiest: they move gently through the day, eat simply at a shared table, keep their hands and minds curious, rest without apology, and stay held within a circle of friends. Ikigai gathers these five rhythms, Move, Nourish, Learn, Reset and Belong, into one unhurried fortnight, and tends to all of them at once. We note where you begin on Day 1 and look again by Day 13, so whatever changes is quietly yours to keep.
Move
Daily movement built around strength, balance, and mobility; not performance.
Nourish
Protein- and fibre-forward eating, taught as habits guests can keep at home.
Learn
New tools and crafts, from digital literacy to something made by hand.
Reset
Breath work, meditation, and sleep architecture; sharpening the tools that keep us regulated.
Belong
A cohort that arrives as guests and leaves as a community that stays in touch beyond the retreat.