KUALA TERENGGANU, MALAYSIA, 8 MAY 2026– In an era defined by constant connectivity and a relentless pace, the art of true restoration has never been more precious. This October, Tanjong Jara Resort extends an invitation to step fully into stillness with the Sucimurni Retreat, the resort’s signature annual event, taking place from 16 to 18 October 2026. This intimate three-day, two-night immersion is designed to restore the body, quiet the mind, and reconnect guests with their deepest sense of self.
Set on the shores of the South China Sea, the resort is styled after a 17th-century Malay palace and cradled by ancient rainforest, an environment where the pace of life slows naturally and the journey inward begins. Rooted in the timeless Malay concept of the Sucimurni Lifestyle, which celebrates the dedicated pursuit of
purity, health and inner harmony, this is a holistic return to balance. Guests will enjoy three days of carefully guided Pilates sessions, where meditation and breathwork are woven into each practice, along with all meals crafted with nourishing local wisdom and a must-do treasured food experience, Taste of Terengganu.
Whether new to wellness practices or a dedicated practitioner, each day offers both depth and ease. Mornings may unfold with mindful Pilates as the sun rises over the sea; afternoons offer quiet reflection or a restorative stroll along the shore. The result is not a fleeting sense of calm but a lasting shift, a chance to carry the grace of the retreat back into everyday life.
Guiding this journey with quiet expertise and profound intuition is Joyce Shih, a STOTT-certified Pilates instructor and Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. Based in Kuala Lumpur, Joyce is sought after for her highly personalised approach, drawing clients to her private, referral-only studio for her rare ability to nurture both
body and spirit.
Her philosophy elevates movement beyond the purely physical. She frames mindful practice as an essential dialogue with the self, a conversation that builds resilient strength, sharpens mental clarity, and nurtures emotional wellbeing. With extensive experience across all Pilates apparatus and as a pre- and post-natal
specialist, she empowers guests to move with confidence and grace, laying the foundation for lasting vitality.
“I believe that true wellness begins the moment we grant ourselves permission to pause and listen,” says Joyce Shih. “To guide this practice at Tanjong Jara Resort, surrounded by such elemental beauty, is an honour. This retreat is a chance to step away from noise and distraction, and to immerse fully in the restorative
power of now.”
For reservations and enquiries, please contact YTL Travel Centre at +60 3 2783 1000, email travelcentre@ytlhotels.com or visit www.tanjongjararesort.com
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