Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a typical day?

• How much weight will I lose?

• What if I don’t want to do yoga?

• Some retreats do colonics every day, why don’t you?

• How Long Should I Do A Detox For?

• What If I Am On Medication?

• Why Do You Do Certain Treatments?

• How Should I Prepare for My Detox?

• When Do I Pay?

• What about extra therapies? 

• What should I bring

What is a typical day?

You will be given a timetable for the day listing your program therapies and additional therapies if requested, along with times of classes, talks and demonstrations.  There is then some structure to the day, but this also allows you to plan in some time for relaxation, walking, using our gym, or simply chilling out.

How much weight will I lose?

This question is asked very often, and we wish to reiterate again, that although you will lose weight, we are focusing here on building a more mindful relationship with food and with your body.  Once the body has received an intensive cleanse, it is actually quite difficult to go back to the way you were eating and drinking before hand.  However for those of you who want to know the facts, we find that if the client is over 11 stone then weight loss is around 7lbs upwards, under 10 stone could be around 4-7lbs.  We have had client who came in at 8 stone and did not loose a pound and we have had some clients who have lost nearly a stone doing our program.  If there is no excess fat on your body then your weight will remain the same.  We are fasting you, not starving you!  You will experience good nourishment, (without the calories) and feel better than you probably have done in a long time.

What if I don’t want to do yoga?

There is nothing, repeat nothing you “have” to do here.  If you simply want to read and lie in bed, then that is your program!  We do not make you join in with anything you do not wish to do.

Some retreats do colonics every day, why don’t you?

What we offer here at Hawaii Detox Retreat are colonic hydrotherapy treatments by a registered colon specialist.  We do not advocate self administered therapy such as colema boards or enemas.  Our treatments are carried out by qualified professionals to take away the stress, mess and embarrassment factor. 

How Long Should I Do A Detox For?

We offer a 7 day Detox, 14 Day, or our 28 Week Program.  We offer these as a way of fitting it with people's busy lifestyles and work commitments.

What If I Am On Medication?

If your medication is prescribed we do not wish to interfere with your health care practitioner. Carry on taking them during your stay.

Why Do You Do Certain Treatments?

All our treatments are specific to helping you detox.  On arrival you will be given a welcome meeting where all our therapies are explained in full.

How Should I Prepare for My Detox?

On booking we will send you out your confirmation letter and receipt with details on how to prepare. 

When Do I Pay?

Payment is taken at time of booking my debit/credit card.  Please view our cancellation policy before you make payment.

What about extra therapies? 

These can be booked on arrival, however no extra treatment is guaranteed and subject to availability.

What should I bring

We have found it helpful to give a listing for our clients to remember to bring with them.

1. Comfortable casual clothing (non revealing)

2. Indoor shoes, i.e. slippers, tennis shoes, etc 

3. Outdoor shoes, i.e. hiking boots, sturdy walking shoes

4. Bath robe

5. Toiletries, shave kit, hair dryer, your normal bathroom items.

6. Bathing suit, (non revealing) en

7. Gym wear & shoes (for cool and warm conditions)

8. Light jacket

9. Water proof jacket

10. Sun screen

11. Hiking clothes

12. Photo ID

13. Biking clothes (if you wish to mountain bike)

14. Shorts

If you forget something or need something while here we very likely can accommodate you, so not to worry.

Please note we are a very relaxed retreat, so don't worry about bringing too much stuff.