Miss Donna’s Twisted Balloon Retreat

Miss Donna’s Twisted Balloon Retreat 2025

BRIBIE ISLAND, Queensland 27th May - 29th May 2025

Retreat Dates :
27th May - 29th May 2025
3 days - 2 nights

Venue:
BRIBIE ISLAND RETREAT AND RECREATION CENTRE
2 - 12 Third Ave, Woorim, Bribie Island Queensland

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, Miss Donna's Twisted Balloon Retreat offers something for everyone.

With expert instructors and a wide range of skill levels, you will learn new techniques and enhance your creativity in balloon twisting.

Whether you're looking to add flair to your event decorations or take your balloon artistry to the next level, this retreat is the perfect opportunity to expand your skills.

OUR INSTRUCTORS

Head Instructor & Retreat Host
DONNA COCHRANE

Miss Donna, international award winning balloon artist has been performing with balloons since 1993 and loves sharing the art of balloons with others. She has taught and performed around the world and was also a finalist on the Australian TV show Blow Up.

Dan Staples - Boston USA

Dan Staples, an award-winning balloon artist from Boston, Massachusetts has gained recognition for his extraordinary balloon sculptures and unique imagination. His work has been featured in commercials and has brought joy to many.

Balloon art is often underestimated, but Dan has mastered this craft, creating sculptures that go beyond conventional expectations. He is grateful to Miss Donna for the opportunity to inspire and be inspired, which further fuels his passion for pushing the boundaries of balloon artistry.

PIP MILFORD-HUGHES

Pip otherwise known as Pippity-Pop! – Balloonologist Extraordinaire from Dunedin, New Zealand. The winner of the TV show Blow Up New Zealand has travelled and taught Balloon Art in New Zealand, Australia, The United States of America, England, The Netherlands, Germany and Japan. She has also hosted Balloon Taskmaster, twisted for Zoo Moo TV as Ninja Gorilla!

Pip started twisting balloons 17 years and has not been able to put them down! She’s very excited and honoured to be our star instructor at Twisted Balloon Retreat and she has some super new fun designs to share with us all.

SONIA BOCHOW

Sonia has been twisting balloons since 2008, she has honed her skills and built a career filled with exciting milestones, including performing on Australia’s Got Talent in 2019 and teaching balloon classes across Australia and internationally in the USA.

With 17 years of experience, Sonia brings a fun and informative approach to balloon artistry, sharing the tips and tricks she’s gathered along the way. Sonia also shares her creativity through her YouTube channel, Learn Balloon Art with Sonia. She is passionate about creating beautiful and functional balloon art, she is excited to be a part of Miss Donna’s Twisted Balloon Retreat and looks forward to inspiring creativity through balloons!

RAI MOLKI

Rai from HooRai Balloons, Coffs Harbour, New South Wales. She picked up her passion for balloons at the age of 16, training with industry experts to refine her skills. And in 2019 she transformed her passion into a business, offering a range of services including balloon twisting, decor, sculptures, and deliveries.
Rai continues to bring joy and creativity to the Coffs Harbour region and beyond, offering unique balloon art that reflects her passion and dedication.

PROGRAMME

Tuesday 27th May
12pm - 1.15pm Arrival & registration open
12pm - 1pm Group balloon wall build - participation is optional
1pm Welcome to Retreat
1.30pm - 3pm Classs
3pm - 3.30pm Afternoon Tea
3.30pm - 5pm Classs
6.30pm Dinner
8pm - 11pm Pyjama Jam Party - jam time, fun games, music with international DJ & great prizes

Wednesday 28th May
7.30am - 8.30am Breakfast
9am - 10.30am Classes
10.30am - 11am Morning Tea
11am - 12.30pm Classes
12.30pm - 1.30pm Lunch
1.30pm - 3pm Classes
3pm - 3.30pm Afternoon Tea
3.30pm - 5.30pm Balloon Jam - Hang out time with instructors
3.30pm - 4.30pm Buy Swap Sell - Bring along any unwanted or unused balloon equipment, costumes etc
6.30pm Dinner
7.30pm - 11pm Official Competitions, Entertainment/show, music, fun and more games
10pm - 10.30pm Adults Only - naughty balloons class

Thursday 29th May
7.30am - 8.30am Breakfast
9am - 10.30am Classes
10.30am - 11am Morning Tea
11am - 12.30pm Classes
12.30pm - 2pm Lunch, Official Awards and Raffel
2pm - 3.30pm Classes
3.30pm Twisted Balloon Retreat Ends

REGISTRATIION

Registration Fee: $595
One Day Pass: $295

Strictly limited places available. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Register Now!

Your registration Fee includes:

Three days of fun!
Two Nights of shared cabin accommodation.
All meals.
Access to all classes, basic through to advanced.
Access to Pyjama Jam Party Tuesday evening.
Access Wednesday's twisted night - after dinner fun and timed competitions. * Offical Competitions : 3 minute sculpture, 12 minute sculpture & 12 minute wearable sculpture
Entertainment, competitions and activities.
Gift bag.

Alternative accommodation options are available nearby at your own cost if you do not want to share cabin accommodation.

‘Come bunk with your balloon friends in fun cabins in a stylish modern facility camp ground’

To begin registration CLICK HERE.