Our Misson
Magnetic Island Day Spa & Retreats Clinic puts the well-being of clients and respect for their needs as a central priority. We also aim to educate our clients and the broader community about alternative therapies available, working alongside modern medicine. We focus on all aspects of our clients – mind, body, spirit and emotions – to treat the whole person, not just a condition. We aim to work with each client to empower them by providing information, education and support in addition to providing individually tailored treatment plans
RELAX AND UNWIND AT MAGNETIC ISLAND DAY SPA & RETREATS
Meet Dominique
The founder, Spa Therapist, Yoga Teacher & Director - Magnetic Island Day Spa & Retreats
Dominique brings over 15 years of experience in the wellness and spa industry, offering a deeply nurturing and holistic approach to healing. She is a qualified massage therapist and yoga teacher with a rich background in both therapeutic and luxury spa services.
Before relocating to Magnetic Island in 2022, Dominique owned and operated a successful Day Spa and Yoga Studio in Melbourne, and facilitated retreats in Bali and North Queensland. Her first visit to the Island in late 2021 sparked an immediate connection, leading her and her family to make it their permanent home in May 2022.
Today, Dominique is honoured to share her knowledge and passion with others through Magnetic Island Day Spa & Retreats — a sanctuary for rest, renewal, and reconnection.
Our Story
"Restoration begins when we reconnect with the rhythm of nature."
Born from a deep love for Magnetic Island’s rugged beauty, MI Retreat & Spa was founded to offer a truly personal sanctuary. After years in the wellness industry, Dominique envisioned a boutique experience that moves away from the rushed pace of modern life, focusing instead on intimate treatments that heal the whole self.
Our philosophy is rooted in the island's natural tranquility. By integrating ancient healing traditions with the soothing energy of our tropical surroundings, we provide a space where you can let go of the outside world. Here, every treatment is an unhurried ritual, crafted to help you find your way back to a state of balance and peace.
Massage & Bodywork
- Relaxation & Therapeutic Full Body Massage
- Prenatal Massage
- Hot Stone Therapy
- Reflexology
- Cupping Therapy
- Ear Candling
- Foot Detox Therapy
Yoga & Meditation
- Diploma in Hatha & Vinyasa Yoga
- Prenatal & Fertility Yoga Teacher
- Restorative Yoga
- Yin Yoga & Myofascial Release (MFR)
- Yoga Nidra (Guided Yogic Sleep Meditation)
- Twin Hearts Meditation Instructor
Qualifications & Experience
Drawing on over 20 years in yoga, bodywork and holistic wellness, Dominique offers a deeply grounded, heart-led approach to every treatment and retreat.
Spa & Holistic Treatments
- Reiki (Level 1 & 2 Certified)
- Pranic Healing
- Luxury Spa Facials
- Body Scrub Treatments
- Sound Therapy
- Cacao Ceremony Facilitation
Experience & Credentials
- Internationally Recognised and Certified Pranic Healer
- Over 500 hours of yoga teacher training and 2,500+ hours of teaching experience across all ages and levels since 2014
- Owned and operated a Day Spa & Yoga Studio in Victoria (2010–2022)
- Owner and operator of Magnetic Island Day Spa (2022–present)
- Retreat organiser and host in Australia and Bali (2016–present)
- Dedicated yoga student since 2006
- Currently developing Magnetic Island’s first Adults-Only Stay Retreat — opening early 2027
The Deeper Journey to Wellness and Helping Others
Dominique's path has always been driven by a singular focus: the well-being of the human spirit. For over fifteen years, she has explored the intricate dance between physical release and emotional peace.
She believes that true wellness is not just the absence of tension, but the presence of a deep, resonant harmony within. Her treatments are designed to invite guests back into their own bodies with kindness and grace.
A Childhood of Quiet Wonder
Growing up, Dominique found her greatest peace in the stillness of the natural world. She was a child who noticed the subtle changes in the light and the way the wind moved through the trees.
This early sensitivity formed the foundation of her intuitive approach to healing. She learned that by listening closely to the quiet moments, one could hear the needs of the soul.
The Sanctuary of Singing
Before her hands-on work, Dominique's first expression of spirit was through song. Singing was her sanctuary—a way to vibrate with the frequency of life itself.
Through voice, she discovered how frequency and breath can shift an entire room's energy. This understanding of resonance eventually translated into her work with sound therapy and energy healing.
Yoga: The First Homecoming
Finding yoga in 2006 felt like coming home. It provided the structure she needed to channel her sensitivity into a disciplined practice of mindfulness and movement.
Over thousands of hours of training and teaching, yoga became her anchor. It taught her the power of presence and the importance of creating a sacred space for personal transformation.
Pranic Healing: Expanding the Path
The physical practice of yoga naturally led her to the subtle realms of energy. Pranic Healing opened new doors, allowing her to understand the threads of vitality that sustain us.
Becoming a certified healer gave her the tools to address the energetic shifts that bodywork alone could not reach. It added a layer of profound depth to every massage and ritual she performs.
Seeing the Threads
Dominique began to see how every experience—from the luxury spa to the quiet yoga mat—was connected. The threads of her journey started to weave a cohesive tapestry of care.
She realized that whether she was facilitating a retreat in Bali or performing a facial in Melbourne, the goal was always the same: to hold a mirror up to her client's own inner peace.
Creating Gentle Spaces for Others
Transitioning from owning a successful city spa to the tranquil shores of Magnetic Island was an intentional shift toward slow living. She wanted to create a space that breathed with the island.
Her vision for MI Retreat & Spa is rooted in gentleness. It is a boutique sanctuary where guests are never a number, but always a guest in a truly personal sense.
My Purpose Now
Today, Dominique guides others toward their own "homecoming." Her purpose is to provide the support and education needed for clients to empower their own wellness journeys.
She works holistically, treating the whole person rather than just a condition. Her goal is to ensure every visitor leaves feeling balanced, seen, and deeply restored.
Coming Full Circle
Moving to Magnetic Island in 2022 was the final piece of the puzzle. The island's energy mirrors her own commitment to rhythm and natural restoration.
Here, she has found the perfect canvas to share her life's work. Coming full circle, Dominique is honored to offer this sanctuary to those seeking a way back to themselves.
Chef Damian & Our Tea Journey
Every visit to MI Retreat & Spa is finished with a moment of stillness and a cup of one of our signature gourmet teas, lovingly crafted by Chef Damian.
During a visit to our day spa, you may have enjoyed one of his signature gourmet teas. Our tea journey began years ago when we opened our yoga studio in Victoria. Dominique was inspired to serve a simple, traditional tea that she first experienced in Morocco in 2004. Moroccan tea, typically made with fresh nana mint or spearmint, green tea leaves, and sugar, is a cultural staple and a symbol of hospitality. The experience stayed with her so strongly that she even carried home her first Moroccan blanket, which is still used today in our guest yoga retreats.
When Damian joined the studio — at the time a stay-at-home dad supporting Dominique with the busy yoga studio and day spa — he began creating new tea blends and flavour experiences. As parents, they also found these teas make wonderful homemade ice blocks for children, and with a little creativity, adults can enjoy them too by adding their preferred spirits such as gin or vodka for a refreshing twist.
Today, every client who visits our day spa is gifted Damian’s gourmet tea list at the end of their appointment, so the ritual of calm and connection can continue at home.