A Destination for Well-being
Between ocean and fynbos, earth and open sky, between vision and action, thought and manifestation, lies The Space Between. An escape within a wild natural setting; a mini-retreat on the doorstep of central Plettenberg Bay; it is a place in which to pause, play, immerse yourself and take a deep breath.
Our concept was born from the need to create a dedicated home for various creative and wellness modalities. Here, each individual is supported to connect to your inner knowing— your deep self. It is a space that nurtures teachers, therapists and students alike, while igniting the sparks of connection between a growing community of people, and with the surrounding landscape.
Our Journey So Far
OUR SERVICES
Redefining Wellness
Delve deeper into new pathways of learning at our workshops, retreats and courses, hosted by local and visiting facilitators. Transform yourself through breathwork, dance as you create art, soak up the healing vibrations of sound or enter the liminal space of dreams…
Or melt into blissful serenity to ease aches and pains as you experience a therapy of your choice.
Meet the team
Jean More
MANAGING
Jean’s love of life and connection to people, places, nature and the magic of the world around us is what lead and inspired the creation of The Space Between.
Together with Tina, Eve and Janine, Jean loves interacting with all who visit TSB as well as collaborating with teachers and facilitators worldwide to bring fun, creative, inspiring classes, events and workshops to The Space Between for all to enjoy.
Tina Hopff
MANAGING, KUNDALINI YOGA & HOLISTIC THERAPIST
Tina Hopff also known under her spiritual name Sanjeet Prakash Kaur, is a yogi, a seeker of truth, a Kundalini Yoga teacher.
On her 2014 pilgrimage to Mount Kailash, under the wings of Yogi and mystic Sadhguru, Tina keenly felt her calling to become a Kundalini Yoga teacher.
This journey led her to the Mother Ashram of Yogi Bhajan in Española, New Mexico, where she trained to become a KRI qualified Kundalini Yoga Teacher. Among her mentors and teachers were Nirvair Singh Khalsa, Sat Purkh Kaur Khalsa, Sat Kaur Khalsa and Jai Dev Singh. Before Tina turned to Kundalini Yoga she was an avid Hatha Yoga practitioner with over 20 years of experience.
In 2018 Tina founded the BlissFest, which is an annual yoga festival in Plettenberg Bay on the farm of The Space Between.
Janine Richter
MANAGING
Janine’s influence at The Space Between is all about taste and attention to detail. She is a qualified executive chef with 30 years of hospitality experience and the mother of two boys. Her personal passion is learning about the spirituality the world teaches us, while supporting others to achieve the best that they can. She has worked for twelve years in the bush, eight in the city and now three at the coast. In 2020, Janine created the fi·ka health food brand, promoting a sustainable wellness lifestyle. Adventure and time with her family make Janine love each day, despite any challenges and obstacles that might come her way.
Eve Cunard
HATHA YOGA & AERIAL YOGA
Eve began attending yoga classes at age 19. While at university in Brighton, England, she was swept up by the inspirational yoga of Vanda Scaravelli.
This led Eve to complete her BTEC Yoga Teacher Training at Morley College in London in 2003. After returning to South Africa in 2005, Eve taught regular yoga classes in Storms River and then in Plettenberg Bay.
She has facilitated various workshops and retreats and has worked therapeutically one-on-one with students of all ages. In recent years Eve has been influenced by the Feldenkrais Method and her own anatomy studies, practice and experimentation.
In 2016 Eve completed her Aerial Yoga teacher training and continues to turn her students’ worlds upside-down with her new passion. She remains entranced by the harmony of science and creativity that is yoga and has now been teaching for almost 20 years.
Richi Lubner
SACRED SUNDAYS &Qi GONG
In 1994 Richi moved to Australia after pursuing a professional tennis career on the ATP World tour. As destiny would have it, in that same year he discovered his teacher Master Xie Shoude from the Academy of Chi Advancement. This was to become the beginning of an incredible journey of almost 20 years of extensive training and discovery in the ancient alchemy, energy and self-mastery of Tai Chi, Qigong and Ying Yang Bhaguazhan.
Richi is not a self-proclaimed guru or master, but simply a fellow spiritual aspirant who loves to share his experiences and grow together with others, for their benefit.
Richi shares a holistic program (mind, body and spirit) that is focused around his personal journey, the challenges of learning to let go on many levels and yield to “what is”. This starts at body level and aims at empowering YOU to discover what may be blocking or inhibiting your natural flow. Then, through self-awareness and letting go, the release/relief can be found. The movements are purposefully gentle and slow, so as to invite you to go deep within, while at the same time increasing your vital force (chi) and energetic shield. Whilst this practice is a martial art, the focus is not on fighting skills but rather on leaning towards the cultivation of your inherent energy and life force.
“Learn to use the softness to overcome the firmness”.
Emma Brown
PILATES
Emma fell in love with movement in the form of ballet and modern dance from the age of 5. Throughout school and university she played a variety of sports, and discovered a passion for Pilates and yoga in her early twenties.
In 2019 Emma completed the Merrithew (STOTT) Pilates Intensive Mat and Total Barre Level 1 Foundation courses. She loves teaching much more than she expected to, and especially loves seeing positive changes in people.
Her classes alternate between athletic for strength and mobility, cardio- pilates – fusion for fitness and fun!
Anja Bock
MOVEMENT MEDICINE
Anja is a mother and a passionate lover of music, dance, and ceremony. With a background in the healing arts, she weaves her life experiences into heart-centered, grounded facilitation, sharing her magic through embodied practices.
Her deep reverence for the Earth and all beings inspires her to bring people together from diverse backgrounds. Anja is a qualified Movement Medicine apprentice teacher and a cacao kuchina, leveraging her expertise to guide others on their journey.
For over a decade, Anja has been facilitating conscious dance and co-creating transformative retreats at Holistic Horse Farm. She also organizes large outdoor events along the garden route and is frequently invited as a guest teacher at various retreats, workshops, and festivals.
Sarah Lock
SPORTS & THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
Sarah Lock graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic and Sports Massage in New Zealand in 2013. Her studies focused on finding the root cause of pain or dysfunction in the musculoskeletal system. This increases the chance of resolving the issue rather than continually treating symptoms.
Sarah enjoys helping anyone who is in any kind of discomfort, be it athletes in training or clients with stress-related tension. The session begins with an initial assessment, followed by a treatment combining trigger point therapy, Swedish and sports massage techniques. Stretching and strengthening exercises may also be given if required to aid the recovery process.
Lizl Pretorius
NIA DANCE
Having trained under the Royal Academy of Dance from the age of 5 and matriculating from the National School of Arts in Braamfontein, Johannesburg, Lizl still took to the stage as performing artist in her 40’s. However, at age 44, she hung up her ballet shoes, devastated by the thought that her body was no longer willing or able to dance due to pain.
Nevertheless, after Lizl was introduced to the Nia Technique in Cape Town, she blissfully took the leap over to training and completing her White Belt in 2021 under the founder of Studio Kairos, and 2nd Degree Black Belt teacher, Susan Sloan. Lizl has been facilitating Classic Nia classes collectively for two years in Hout Bay, Observatory and Knysna, and is excited to be teaching pop-up classes at The Space Between.
Lizl says, ‘Your reason for NOT moving might be a lack of confidence, energy, pain, trauma, age, weight —the list goes on, and on. I have learnt through Nia that our bodies want to move in uninhibited, holistic ways….one barefoot step at a time, with absolutely no previous experience required. Come as you are, co- ordinated or not; your entire being will thank you for it.’
Cecile Sasman
NIA DANCE
Cecile Sasman founded LeCielStudio (Pty) Ltd in her hometown, Stellenbosch, during April 2015. She is a wife, a mom of 2 boys and an enthusiastic entrepreneur, passionate about mindful health and movement. Cecile is passionate about NIA, Ballet, Pilates, being active, and social & cultural activities.
After completing her studies at Stellenbosch University she lived in South Korea for 6 years, where she taught English. In 2014, she attended the BASI Mat Pilates Instructors course in Seoul and completed her exams in Cape Town in March 2015.(BASI is an International Pilates Company, priding itself in its various professional instructor courses.)
Cecile and her family relocated to Knysna in 2018 and she opened her boutique studio in Knysna in April 2019.
During 2022 Cecile qualified as a Face Yoga teacher, with the Danielle Collins Face Yoga School in the UK.
Cecile qualified as a NIA White Belt instructor, with the guidance of Mia Steyn in March 2023 at The Space Between. She is massively excited to share NIA with everyone in the Garden Route.
Cecile's mission is to add value, with a true and loving connection, to your healthy lifestyle path!
Odette Livni
ACUYOGA AND VINYASA
Having always enjoyed both dynamic and still practice, Odette has been following the yogic path for the past 25 years, continually learning through her own experience and that shared with others.
She completed her Vinyasa yoga teacher training at Ananda Sanga in Stellenbosch in 2004. Odette then expanded her skills to include Aerial Yoga, training as a teacher with the International Aerial Yoga Academy in 2017. Odette combines bodywork and Aerial Yoga by offering Aerial Yoga Massage.
Leandra Besters
HYPNO AND RELAXATION THERAPIST
Leandra Besters a certified Rapid Transformational Therapist (RTT), Clinical Hypnotherapist, Amen Clinics Brain Health Professional, Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Sound Bath Facilitator, and Scrum Master, Leandra combines her diverse expertise to guide individuals on their transformative journeys.
What sets Leandra apart is her unique ability to offer a tailored blend of techniques designed exclusively for you. Her approach harmoniously combines a well-honed skill set with intuitive guidance. Based in Muizenberg Cape Town, she offers both in-person and remote services.
Natalie Zeid
YIN AND HATHA YOGA
Natalie has been a practicing yogi since the late 1990s. She took the step to follow her passion for the practice by completing her first yoga teacher training in Rishikesh, India, in 2018. Since then, she has furthered her studies in the field of Yoga Therapy, Meditation, Breathwork Practitioner, and many other areas.
In 2019, she completed her advanced Breathwork practitioner training with Breathwork Africa. The in-depth training she has undertaken with Breathwork Africa has transformed her yoga practice and life in many ways. It is now her mission to bring this healing modality to those who are experiencing the stresses of living in the 21st century.
Polina Venter
FACE YOGA
Polina Poplavscaia Venter specialises in Face Yoga, offering her expertise to clients seeking natural methods for beauty, health, and well-being. Originally from an East Europe, she relocated to South Africa in 2007.
Driven by a passion for aesthetics and holistic wellness, Polina embarked on a journey to explore techniques that promote natural beauty. She completed a comprehensive course in Aesthetic Cosmetology at the International Academy of Aesthetic Cosmetology in Moscow. Additionally, she gained expertise in aesthetic Kinesio taping.
Taking her commitment to holistic beauty further, Polina pursued training as a Dakshesha Face Yoga Instructor. By integrating various methods and techniques into her practice, she helps clients maintain youthful, radiant appearances or address existing wrinkles and facial contours.
Lisa Came
PILATES
Lisa Came is a STOTT qualified Pilates instructor. Her passion is about guiding others toward their fitness aspirations. Her journey in fitness started with her own adolescent injuries, leading her to discover the healing power of correct movement and postural techniques through collaboration with a biokineticist. This experience sparked her love for movement and exercise, propelling her to become a certified instructor.
Lisa obtained her Stott Pilates Matwork certification in 2014 and expanded her expertise with qualifications in Stott Reformer, Personal Training through ETA, and Yoga Instruction. Grounded in functional movement principles and proper alignment, her approach prioritizes injury prevention and overall physical wellness.
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Events
Sat, 14 DecPlettenberg Bay14 Dec 2024, 07:15 – 8:15Plettenberg Bay, Tanamoya Farm Airport, Loop Road, Roodentontein, Plettenberg Bay, 6600, South AfricaReturn to JOY
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Sat, 01 FebPlettenberg Bay01 Feb 2025, 10:00 – 12:30Plettenberg Bay, Tanamoya Farm Airport, Loop Road, Roodentontein, Plettenberg Bay, 6600, South AfricaJoin the Aerial fun.
Sat, 15 FebPlettenberg Bay15 Feb 2025, 14:00 – 16 Feb 2025, 16:00Plettenberg Bay, Tanamoya Farm Airport, Loop Road, Roodentontein, Plettenberg Bay, 6600, South AfricaAwakening the Power of Healing
Fri, 14 MarThe Space Between, Plettenberg Bay14 Mar 2025, 13:30 SAST – 20 Mar 2025, 18:30 SASTThe Space Between, Plettenberg Bay, Tanamoya Farm Airport, Loop Road, Roodefontein, Plettenberg Bay, 6600, South AfricaA journey of self-discovery, healing and pure joy! - Nia White Belt Training
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Are you open on the weekends?We are open on Saturday and Sundays when we have scheduled classes, workshops and events. Please check our schedule for further information. fi·ka is open on a Saturday from 8am to 1pm and on Sundays during the summer season (December to April) Outside season fi·ka is only open on weekends by pre-booking.
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Who do I contact if I would like to teach a class at The Space Between?On the website under Retreat Hosts please complete our “Host with us” ENQUIRY form - link
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Can I invite a friend to join a class?Yes. On our APP you will see an invite button, please click on that and send it to the friend you would like to invite. Or you can send the invite code - THESPACE for them to use when they have downloaded the app. Alternatively, you can direct your friend to the class schedule on our website.
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What time do you open?Please check our schedule for the starting times of our first classes of the day. Our fi•ka health food bar opens as follow: Open Monday - Friday 08:30am till 16:00pm. Open Saturdays by Prior Booking only. Sundays Closed.
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How do I cancel a class?Under your upcoming bookings you can view all your booked classes. Choose a class you would like to cancel and using the 3 dot menu use the cancel button to cancel your class. Please note our cancelation policy - if you cancel less than 12 hours prior to your class you will be charged for the class.
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How do I book a class?We suggest you install our App, create a login and password to set up your account. You will be able to book, pay and use the chat feature to ask questions on the app. All our classes, workshops and events can be booked on the app. All bookings are made by advance payment. Alternatively, you can book on our website, where you would create an account with a login and password as for the app. Bookings and payments can also be done when accessing your account through our website.
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What is The Space Between’s cancellation policy for classes?Drop-in bookings are class specific and are therefore non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled. We have a 12-hour cancellation policy for class bookings paid with class cards. Any cancellations made more than 12 hours before the scheduled class start time will automatically be credited back onto the relevant class card. All bookings for classes that are not cancelled 12 hours prior to the scheduled class start time will be charged in full. Class cards cannot be refunded. Please ensure you purchase the correct class card (Essential or Specialist). Please take note of your class card expiry date and attend classes before then. Therapies and private lessons not cancelled 24 hours before the booking time will be charged in full. Courses are paid for in full at the start of the course and are not refundable
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Where can I read more about your teachers, their qualifications and experience?On our app under the About us heading you can find more information about our team and teachers. On our website on the home page under Meet the team you can read more.
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How can I book for a workshop or event?Please visit the workshop tab on the APP or website to book for your workshop or event of choice, all booking is done via these portals and payments occur through our secure website using YOCO payment gateway
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How can I book and pay for more than one person, if I would like to book a class for myself, friends and family?If you wish to book and pay for others, please contact the relevant teacher using the chat box for assistance.
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Where are you located?Just 7-minutes drive from central Plett, we are located a short distance south of Plettenberg Bay Airport on the coast. Directions to The Space Between: From the centre of Plettenberg Bay head along Robberg Road towards Plettenberg Bay Airport. Pass the Robberg Nature Reserve turnoff on your left, and approximately 500m after this, turn left at the airport/ Roodefontein turnoff, following the tar road. Continue downhill past the airport entrance turnoff, onto the gravel road. Approx. 200m on, as the road starts to curve right, you will find the entrance to The Space Between straight ahead of you. From Knysna, heading towards PE, turn right off the N2 towards Plettenberg Bay Airport. After passing the airport on your right, turn right at the airport/ Roodefontein turnoff, following the tar road. Continue downhill past the airport entrance turnoff, onto the gravel road. Approx. 200m on, as the road starts to curve right, you will find the entrance to The Space Between straight ahead of you.
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What should I wear to yoga and movement classes?Please wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move easily. For Aerial Yoga please wear fitted clothing in non-slip fabric that allows you to go upside-down with ease.
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Which styles of yoga do you offer?We offer Kundalini, Hatha, Aerial and Yin yoga.
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Do you offer Pilates classes?Yes, please see our class schedule for details.
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What is the difference between Essential and Specialist Classes?Our Essential Class category includes a variety of classes such as yoga, dance and Pilates. Essential classes are usually 60-90 minutes. Our Specialist Class category includes monthly classes or those involving specialised equipment, such as Aerial Yoga and Conscious Dance. Please see our Pricing for further details.
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Do you offer any dance classes?Yes, we currently offer Nia and Movement Medicine classes. Please see our schedule for more details.
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What are your monthly classes?We currently offer Alkhemikal Dreamwork, Trauma Release Exercise (TRE) and Movement Medicine once a month.
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Is Aerial Yoga open to beginners?Yes, unless the class name includes the words Intermediate, the class is open to beginners.
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Which classes are open to beginners?All our classes are open to beginners unless they are named as intermediate or advanced level on the class description.
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What should I wear for Aerial Yoga?Please wear fitted clothing in non-slip fabric, without zips that allows you to go upside-down with ease. Please remove any sharp jewellery or hair accessories that could damage the Aerial hammock.
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What therapies do you offer?On our app please look under appointments, click on All Services and select Therapies to view and book the full list on offer. On our website please visit our Therapies page for a full list of treatments, prices and to book.
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What is your cancellation policy for therapies?We have a 24-hour cancellation policy for all our therapies. If you cancel more than 24 hours before booking, your account will be credited.
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How can I book a treatment?On our app please look under appointments, click on All Services and select Therapies to view, read more and to book your treatment. On our website please visit our Therapies page, where you can read more about our treatments and make a booking.
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How can I contact a therapist?Please ask in our chat box for the therapist to contact you.
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Where can I see your workshop and event schedule?All current workshops will be on schedule. Under classes on the app scroll down to view the weekends offerings. On the website you will find this under class schedule.
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How do I enquire about hosting a workshop or event at The Space Between?Please complete our workshop hosting enquiry form on the website under Retreat Hosts.
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How do I book for a workshop?We suggest you install our Fit app, create a login and password to set up your account. You will be able to book, pay and use the chat feature to ask questions on the app. All our classes, workshops and events can be booked on the app. All bookings are made by advance payment. Alternatively, you can book on our website, where you would create an account with a login and password as for the app. Bookings and payments can also be done through your account on our website.
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Is plant-based food and drink available at fi·ka?Yes we offer a wide range of plant based dishes with a splash of sustainably sourced Animal proteins.
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Do you cater for children’s parties?For all special request please chat to us through the chat box.
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How do I book catering for an event or function?Please ask in our chat box for fi•ka to contact you.
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How can I pre-order food or drink for after class?On the website under fi•ka food you can order online. Alternatively you can chat with Janine through our chat box or order at The Space Between with the fika staff member before heading into your class.
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What are fi·ka’s opening times?Open Monday - Friday 08:30am till 16:00pm. Open Saturdays by Prior Booking only. Sundays Closed.
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Do you serve alcohol?No, The Space Between is a substance-free venue.
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Do you have gluten-free options on your menu?Yes we do have both breakfast & lunch gluten-free dishes available.