Elise Ottaway Coaching

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Elise Ottaway Coaching

Fast-tracking wellness entrepreneurs on their journey to aligned success. Connect. Align. Succeed.

Balancing Bodies is here to educate and empower you to 𝐿𝑂𝑉𝐸, 𝑁𝑂𝑈𝑅𝐼𝑆𝐻 & 𝑁𝑈𝑅𝑇𝑈𝑅𝐸 yourself through yoga, food, movement and fulfilment. Feel safe, supported and empowered to create the healthiest version of you so you can feel your best now and for years to come.

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07/10/2026

I was having a conversation with one of my retreat guests this week and it really reminded me of something I’ve been learning too.

I’m not someone who puts all her eggs in one basket.

I love variety. I love having different things on the go, following a spark, creating, teaching, photographing, retreating… letting life be a little bit layered.

And when I finally stopped fighting that and surrendered to how I naturally work, things started to flow.

Not perfectly.
Not predictably.

Just… naturally.

So this is a little reminder to myself, and maybe to you too:

You don’t have to follow someone else’s blueprint.

Stay focused on what matters to you.
Leave room for what lights you up.
Trust what you feel.

And let the rest unfold.

27/09/2026

Especially when we’re creating images for their business.

I want you to see yourself in your photos and think:

“YES. That’s me.”

Not a version of you trying to look the part.

You… comfortable, confident and completely yourself.

To me, it feels like the best gift I can give someone.

21/09/2026

The retreat doesn’t start when everyone arrives.

It starts with the energy you bring into the space.

By this point, all the somewhat boring stuff is done.
The planning.
The prep.
The logistics.

Now I get to play.

Put some music on.
Move things around.
Make it feel good.
Have a little dance.

Because I’m not just setting up a room.

I’m arriving in the experience too.

And I want to arrive feeling exactly how I want our guests to feel:

present.
open.
excited.
connected.

This is my favourite part.

14/09/2026

Retreats have been such a big part of my life for so many years.

I’ve taught them, managed them, helped create them, looked after hundreds of guests, worked behind the scenes, solved the things that inevitably go wrong… and witnessed some pretty beautiful moments along the way.

Over 400 retreats, actually.

And somewhere along the way, I realised I’ve picked up a lot of little things you can’t necessarily learn from a retreat planning checklist.

Things about people.

About timing.

About energy.

About creating just the right amount of structure.

About knowing when to stick to the plan — and when to throw it out completely.

About the little details that make someone feel genuinely cared for.

So I thought I’d start sharing some of them.

Not because there’s one right way to run a retreat.

There absolutely isn’t.

But because if you’re dreaming up your own retreat, maybe something I’ve learnt along the way will help you bring yours to life with a little more clarity, ease and intention.

Here’s to the retreats that feel as good to create as they do to attend.

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07/08/2026

Retreats are where I feel most at home.

After facilitating 400+ retreats, I know that the most impactful experiences are not just about a beautiful location or a full itinerary. They’re about creating a space where people can slow down, feel supported, connect deeply, and leave with something that stays with them.

There are a few ways we can work together in the retreat space:

✦ Come on retreat with meI host intentional retreats designed to help you step away from the everyday and reconnect with yourself. Visit my website to explore upcoming experiences.

✦ Create your own retreat with my supportIf you have a retreat vision, I offer consultation to help you bring it to life—from clarifying your intention and ideal guest, to shaping the flow, experiences, and overall guest journey.

✦ Have me by your side to co-facilitateHolding a retreat can be incredibly rewarding, but you don’t have to hold every moving piece alone. I can join you in person to support your guests, co-facilitate sessions, and help create an intentional, beautifully held experience.

✦ Integrate and refine after the retreatI also offer post-retreat support to debrief, review guest feedback, support integration, and refine your next experience.

If you feel a gentle yes around joining a retreat, or creating one of your own, I’d love to chat.

Feel free to follow the link in my bio, or reach out and we can see what support might feel most aligned.

02/08/2026

A little reintroduction feels overdue...

I’ve been quietly taking some time behind the scenes; not to disappear, but to practise what I preach.

I’ve been slowing down, listening more deeply, clearing old patterns, working with my nervous system, and making space to come back home to myself. I’ve been getting honest about what feels aligned, what I’m here to offer, and the kind of business I want to build from this next chapter.

If I’m honest, slowing down does not come naturally to me. I have a million ideas and a tendency to dive in head first. But this time, I wanted to be intentional. I wanted to let things settle, to trust the timing, and to create from a place that feels true and not rushed.

And now, it feels like it’s time.

There have been so many beautiful things blooming quietly in the background, and I’m so excited to begin sharing them with you.

Thank you for being here. I’m really happy to be back.

18/07/2026

These are the shoots I love most.

When someone brings so much heart, wisdom and joy to what they do, my job is simply to capture that in a way that feels real.

This ‘All You Need’ shoot with the beautiful Jacqui Edgerly | Business & Mindset Coach was an absolute delight! It was equal parts laughter, playfulness and powerful conversations. I can’t wait to see these images help share the incredible work she offers with the world.

Here’s to women owning their voice, their gifts, and being seen.

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10/07/2026

Here’s a peek at what we’ve been quietly building.

We’ve been keeping this one close… shared only by invitation, with those we felt it was meant for.

But with just two spaces left, it felt like time to pull back the curtain a little.

This is the Reconnect Retreat. Two nights in the Byron Bay Hinterland with Sharon from Mental Health Mojo and I — and everything you’re seeing in this reel is exactly what’s waiting for you.

Arrive as you are. Leave more you than you’ve felt in a long time.

29–31 July. Just two spaces remain.

If this is calling to you, send me a DM. We’d love to have you with us.

29/05/2026

I had so much fun on this shoot with Rich from

He came in a little unsure, never having done a brand shoot before, so we regulated, connected with nature, and uncovered his dream vision and brought it to life.

And this is why I love what I do… because pictures really do tell a thousand words, and these ones capture Rich’s essence so perfectly - grounded, real, and full of heart.

We laughed a lot, flowed through the shoot, and let it all unfold naturally.

And a special shout out to Chuck + Banjo 🐾 who very much ran the show (and stole the spotlight as they should).

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