Anahata Yoga Retreat

Prana, Pranayama & Prana Vidya - 10 Day Retreat NORWAY
2025-05-31 14:00 - 2025-06-09 12:00 (Europe/Oslo)
Join Swami Karma Karuna at the stunning Dharma Mountain Retreat in Norway
The Yogis say that the “quality of your breath reflect the quality of your life”. A fast breath equals a stressed mind, unfocused emotions and a sick body. A slow, deep breath equals a calm, balanced and focused mind, health & well-being.

The Retreat
This retreat will explore prana through Asana, Pranayama, Mudras, Bandhas, Chakras including Prana Vidya theory and practices. Prana (energy) Vidya (knowledge) is an ancient and powerful meditation that deals with the system of prana for healing and spiritual awakening. Knowledge of Prana is knowledge of the universe. Everything moves because of Prana, it is source, means and destination. Prana Vidya is both a final goal of total awakening and it is also a process, which focuses on activating, directing and enhancing the vital energy.
The key to the ‘knowledge of prana’ is it’s applications into daily life, learning to use our energy consciously, conserve and build it. Explore the science behind the breath, the importance of the relaxation response and its connection to our physical, mental and energetic experiences.
Mudra
Delve into Mudras, which are gestures and expressions of particular states of consciousness and energy. By using them consciously, the practitioner directly and indirectly influences mental and emotional states, health and well being. With the use of mudras, the practitioner can consciously awaken, balance and redirect Prana to influence the physical and subtle aspects of the body and mind.
Prana Practices
Experience Prana Nidra and other Prana Vidya meditations to learn how to enhance the flow of energy in your body as well as conserve and direct Prana for health and wellbeing, as this is an important key to healthy organs, optimal endocrine system, balanced weight, mental and emotional clarity and equanimity.

Additional Information
Food
Food is vegetarian with some egg and dairy, it is possible to cater for vegans and allergies. Three meals a day is included in the price and Dharma Mountain can cater for intolerances and allergies, just let us know what your need are when signing up.

How to get there?
Adress: Hedalsvegen 1220, 3528 Hedalen
GPS: 60.545579, 9.800173
By car:
Dharma Mountain is located in Hedalen (Valdres), 2 hours drive from Oslo. From Oslo, follow E16 towards Hønefoss, then pass Hønefoss, follow the directions towards Fagernes (still E16). Approximately one hour drive after Hønefoss, you come to Nes i Ådal. Here, turn left at the sign to Hedalen. Follow the road up the valley, about 11 km. Then you will see the sign of Dharma Mountain.
By bus or train:
From Oslo, you can travel with the bus “Valdresekspressen” to Nes i Ådal (2 hrs).
From Bergen you can travel by train to Hønefoss, and from there take the bus to Nes i Ådal.
From Oslo Airport Gardermoen, you can take the bus or train to Oslo, and from there go with “Valdresekspressen” from Oslo as described above. Or you can go by the bus to Hønefoss, and from there go with “Valdresekspressen” to Nes i Ådal.
For information about bus schedules and prices check here
For information about trains, check here

Teachers
Main Teacher
Main teacher for the retreat is Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati. She is an engaging, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher, inspirational speaker, writer and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience. She has been trained in the Bihar Yoga traditional system and visits India to spend time with her spiritual guides yearly.
Swami Karma Karuna is a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat, New Zealand, a Residential yoga retreat offering and integral yogic lifestyle.
She also travels throughout the world leading workshops, training yoga teachers, presenting at international events, guiding spiritual sadhana retreats and offering one to one yoga and lifestyle sessions. Private Sessions Available Assistant Teacher:
Silje Sridharana Indreeide runs Anahata Yoga and is the assistant teacher for the retreat. Since her teens she has been passionate about how to find inner peace. Yoga and meditation met that need and she has been practicing since she first went to India as a 20-year old. She has studied 1 year at Yogalærerskolen i Norge, 6 years apprenticeship with Yggdrasil Yogaskole and has her teacher training from Bihar School of Yoga, the Rikhia Ashram. Silje also studied medicine for 1 1/2 years. Silje has 20 years experience teaching yoga and meditation, the last 12 full time. Silje makes the podcast: Anahata -kortreist yoga

YOGA WEEKEND: Building Resilience (Weerbaarheid opbouwen - BELGIUM
2025-06-14 08:30 - 2025-06-15 18:30 (Pacific/Auckland)
Join Swami Karma Karuna for Yoga Weekend, workshop on Building Resilience in Beligum

In the serene and natural setting of EcoVilla, Swami Karma Karuna will guide us through a transformative weekend immersion into yoga and self-discovery.

How can we strengthen and equip ourselves to thrive in a busy, sometimes overwhelming life?
How can we navigate intense emotions with wisdom?
How can ancient yoga techniques help us regulate our nervous system today?
Through a combination of accessible theory and practical exercises, you will be invited to reconnect with your strongest, most balanced self—developing exactly the qualities you need most in your life right now.
Saturday: Building Resilience and the Nervous System (Weerbaarheid en het zenuwstelsel)
Delve into the intricate connections between resilience and your nervous system. Through Hatha Yoga, Restorative Yoga, breathing techniques and Mindfulness Meditation, learn to read and regulate your body’s responses and achieve greater balance. Discover the profound impact of the Poly Vagal Theory and optimize your sleep hygiene for comprehensive health benefits.
Sunday: Building Resilience in the Mind and Emotions (Weerbaarheid opbouwen in gedachten en gevoelens)
Explore the intricate dance of the mind and emotions with practices that nurture mental clarity and emotional equilibrium. Experience Hatha Yoga to balance the mind and emotions, the deep rest of Yoga Nidra, and embrace mantra and breath meditation techniques that inspire living yoga in daily life with balance and inspiration. Discover positive ways to direct emotions as E-Motion—energy in motion—for greater harmony and personal empowerment.
This weekend is perfect for anyone seeking to cultivate resilience, hormonal balance, and overall harmony in life, whether you join for one or both days. Come, and embark on this journey of self-discovery and empowerment.
All sessions will be taught in English (live translation into Dutch is available if needed).
With a full two-day program, this is far more than just a workshop—it’s a unique opportunity to deepen your inner peace, layer by layer, and build lasting insights.
The peaceful, eco-conscious surroundings of EcoVilla in Essen, with its lush forest landscape and thoughtful design, provide the perfect backdrop for this journey inward.
The Schedule
Saturday: Building Resilience and the Nervous System (weerbaarheid en het zenuwstelsel)
07.30 Breakfast (those overnight from Mantra event)
08.30 Welcome
09.00 Start Programme
10.30 Morning tea
11.00 Programme (Yoga Nidra )
12.30 Plant-based lunch
13.30 Programme
15.30 Teatime
16.00 Programme
17.30 Closing Circle (Q & Q / Goodbyes)
18.30 Departure
Dinner / walk / mauna for those on site

Sunday: Building Resilience in the Mind and Emotions (weerbaarheid opbouwen in gedachten en gevoelens)
07.30 Breakfast for those on site
09.00 Start Programme
10.30 Morning tea
11.00 Programme (Yoga Nidra)
12.30 Plant-based lunch
13.30 Programme
15.30 Tea time
16.00 Programme
17.30 Closing Circle ( Q & A, goodbyes)
18.30 Departure
Dinner / Sauna / mauna for those on site
Additional Information
Booking & Information

Please email here for any information including Accommodation options.
Investment
Members: 140 euros weekend ticket / 75 euros day ticket (includes plant-based lunch and tea-times)
Non-members: 150 euros weekend ticket / 85 euros day ticket (includes plant-based lunch and tea-times)
Social Tariff (students or low-income-civilians): 125 euros weekend ticket / 65 euros day ticket (includes plant-based lunch and tea-times)
Find directions and more details at: https://www.ecovilla-essen.be/contact
Teacher

Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an engaging, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher, inspirational speaker, writer and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience in the yoga field including significant training in Nepal and India and ongoing training in the ashram with her teachers.
She is also certified by Yoga Alliance and is a senior teacher of Yoga Australia/New Zealand. A Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology determined an early interest in working with groups and individuals. Swami Karma Karuna specialises in a range or areas such as Yoga Nidra, Restorative Yoga, Prana, Chakras, Yoga Psychology and Women’s Health. She is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat, New Zealand and travels throughout the world, leading workshops, training yoga teachers, presenting at international events, guiding spiritual sadhana retreats and offering therapeutic one to one yoga sessions.
Swami Karma Karuna is passionate about sharing an authentic and down to earth approach, weaving together the ancient practices with a touch of psychology and brain science aimed at motivating people to live their yoga here and now.

Private Sessions Available

India Retreat Practice & Presentation Session 3 - June 18th
2025-06-18 19:00 - 20:30 (Pacific/Auckland)
Join Swami Karma Karuna to find out more about the upcoming journey to India with Hatha Yoga, Meditation, Slideshow Presentation with Q & A.
This FREE Hatha Yoga and Meditation Class will focus on the 5 Elements within the body and reflected in the external environment which we work with in depth during the Tattwa Shuddhi Retreat in India.

Feeling the call to journey to India? Come with your questions and curiosity.
Please register your interest here
ALL Session are ONLINE via Zoom and in NZT
Please arrive 5 mins early and be ready by creating space to be focused and undisturbed. Have props and hydration ready.
Session 3: Wed 18th June 7pm NZT, 5pm AEST, 9am CEST
For more info about the India Retreat 2025 please see the event listing here or please email: indiaretreat@anahata-retreat.org.nz

Summer Solstice ONLINE Workshop
2025-06-19 01:00 - 02:00 (Pacific/Auckland)
Join Swami Karma Karuna this Summer Solstice for a transformative online experience designed to honor both the external and internal sun. Our workshop, “”Balancing Your Inner Fire,” invites you to explore and harmonize your inner energy through the powerful Manipura Chakra, the center of prana and personal power.

Workshop Highlights
Understanding Manipura Chakra: Dive into the energy center that governs your personal power and vitality. Discover its connection to the adrenal glands and learn how to recognize signs of an overactive or underactive nervous system.
Overcoming Energy Imbalances: Gain insights into balancing depressive or anxious energies by increasing your awareness of prana, the life force energy.
Revitalize with Traditional Practices: Reawaken your inner light through a series of holistic practices, including:
Salute to the Sun: Engage in this invigorating sequence with accompanying mantras to honor the sun’s energy.
Pranayama: Experience breathwork techniques that enhance your prana flow and balance.
Mudra: Learn a yogic gesture that supports the Manipura Chakra.
Meditation: Conclude with a guided meditation focused on awakening and balancing your inner fire.
This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of energy balance and harness the power of the summer solstice to ignite their personal transformation.

Teacher

Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an engaging, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher, inspirational speaker, writer and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience in the yoga field including significant training in Nepal and India and ongoing training in the ashram with her teachers.
She is also certified by Yoga Alliance and is a senior teacher of Yoga Australia/New Zealand. A Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology determined an early interest in working with groups and individuals. Swami Karma Karuna specialises in a range or areas such as Yoga Nidra, Restorative Yoga, Prana, Chakras, Yoga Psychology and Women’s Health. She is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat, New Zealand and travels throughout the world, leading workshops, training yoga teachers, presenting at international events, guiding spiritual sadhana retreats and offering therapeutic one to one yoga sessions.
Swami Karma Karuna is passionate about sharing an authentic and down to earth approach, weaving together the ancient practices with a touch of psychology and brain science aimed at motivating people to live their yoga here and now.

PRIVATE SESSIONS

Nervous System Reset: An Evening with Yoga & AUM Chanting - POLAND
2025-06-19 18:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Auckland)
Practices to build resilience and inner balance
You’re warmly invited to a 3-hour gathering in Gdynia with International Yoga Yeacher Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati who is visiting Poland for the first time.
She specializes in Yoga Nidra, Hatha Yoga, pranayama, and yogic psychology.
Her approach blends ancient tradition with modern science, including Polyvagal Theory, offering unique tools for stress regulation and inner balance.
In an intimate setting, we’ll focus on calming the nervous system and building resilience through practical yogic tools and the power of sound.
The Program includes:
Hatha Yoga, Pranayama, and Yoga Nidra (approx. 1.5 hours)
AUM Chanting Workshop: introduction + guided practice
Satsang & discussion: how yoga supports physical and mental resilience
The workshop will be translated into Polish. Open to all – no prior yoga experience required
Additional Information
When: Wednesday 18th June
Time: 18:00–21:00
Where: Starogard Gdański/Trójmiasto (exact location will be provided soon)
Price: 100 PLN (payable in cash at the event or by bank transfer – details will be sent after registration)
Registration & Contact: Please email a.pastuszka89@gmail.com or call or WhatsApp: +48 790 354 036
To register please complete the form here
The workshop will be translated into Polish.
Open to all – no prior yoga experience required
Swami Karma Karuna will also be holding a 3-day Retreat in Poland, check out all the info on our retreat listing.
Teacher

Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an engaging, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher, inspirational speaker, writer and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience in the yoga field including significant training in Nepal and India and ongoing training in the ashram with her teachers.
She is also certified by Yoga Alliance and is a senior teacher of Yoga Australia/New Zealand. A Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology determined an early interest in working with groups and individuals. Swami Karma Karuna specialises in a range or areas such as Yoga Nidra, Restorative Yoga, Prana, Chakras, Yoga Psychology and Women’s Health. She is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat, New Zealand and travels throughout the world, leading workshops, training yoga teachers, presenting at international events, guiding spiritual sadhana retreats and offering therapeutic one to one yoga sessions.
Swami Karma Karuna is passionate about sharing an authentic and down to earth approach, weaving together the ancient practices with a touch of psychology and brain science aimed at motivating people to live their yoga here and now.

Private Sessions Available

Soothing the Nervous System Retreat - POLAND
2025-06-19 20:00 - 2025-06-21 20:30 (Pacific/Auckland)
Join Swami Karma Karuna for 3-day Yoga Building Resilience Retreat in Poland

Join Swami Karuna & Anna Pastuszka for a unique yoga gathering in a forest yurt, nestled in the heart of the Tuchola Forest. During this event, we will immerse ourselves in classical yoga from the Satyananda tradition (Bihar School of Yoga), focusing on soothing the nervous system, strengthening resilience, and working with the mind, body, and emotions.

The retreat includes:

Yoga practices: Hatha Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Pranayama, Meditation and emotional regulation techniques
Theory & practice: Understand how yoga supports the nervous system and mental resilience — and how to apply it in daily life
Nature immersion: Practice in a cozy forest yurt with a fireplace, surrounded by forests, meadows, streams, and lakes
Deep rest: Space for meditation, relaxation, and free time during the long weekend

The Schedule

Thursday 19th June
10:00 – 11:00 Arrival and welcome
11:00 – 12:00 Theory session
12:00 – 12:15 Tea break
12:15 – 14:00 Practice: Hatha Yoga & Yoga Nidra
14:00 – 15:30 Vegetarian meal / free time
15:30 – 16:30 Theory session
16:30 – 16:45 Tea break
16:45 – 18:00 Practice: Meditation & pranayama
18:00 – 18:30 Closing circle

Friday 20th June
08:00 – 09:30 Morning practice (for overnight guests)
09:30 – 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 – 11:00 Arrival and welcome
11:00 – 12:00 Theory session
12:00 – 12:15 Tea break
12:15 – 14:00 Practice: Hatha Yoga & Yoga Nidra
14:00 – 15:30 Vegetarian meal / free time
15:30 – 16:30 Theory session
16:30 – 16:45 Tea break
16:45 – 18:00 Practice: Meditation & pranayama
18:00 – 18:30 Closing circle

Saturday 21st June (Summer Solstice)
07:00 – 08:30 Havan: Ancient Vedic fire ceremony for inner purification, transformation, and awakening of inner fire.
09:00 – 10:30 Hatha Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation: Practices to center the body, calm the mind, and embody solar vitality.
*The program may slightly change depending on the group’s needs and higher guidance.

Additional Information
The workshop will be translated into Polish.

When:

Thursday 19th June – Building resilience and the nervous system support
Friday 20th June – Building resilience in the mind and emotions
Saturday 21st June – Summer Solstice with Yoga and a Vedic Fire ceremony Ignite your inner fire

There is an option to extend your stay at the yurt until Sunday 22nd June.
On Saturday evening 21st June, we’re planning a bonfire gathering with live sounds, mantras or storytelling by the firelight.
It will be a time to celebrate the longest night of the year – in circle and shared presence.
Swami Karma Karuna will also be holding 3-hour Nervous System Reset: An evening with Yoga & Aum Chanting before the retreat. Location to be confirmed.

Location:
Przysiółek Cegielnia, Tuchola Forest (85 km from Gdańsk)
A unique place far from civilization, immersed in nature.
Our sessions will take place in a beautiful forest yurt with a fireplace and panoramic forest views.
Train access:
Nearby stations: Kamienna Karczma (3 km) or Kaliska (7 km) — pickup assistance available.

Price:
Includes: classes, vegetarian meal, access to a fully equipped kitchen and the experience of a beautiful venue.
Accommodation on-site is available for an additional fee — more details in the Event Info Pack.
1 day – 400 PLN
2 days – 750 PLN (additional morning practice for overnight guests)
Extend for Saturday 21.06: 100 PLN
All 3 days: 800 PLN
*If the price is a challenge for you, reach out to us. We are open and flexible. It’s important to us that these practices reach those who need them the most.
Deposit: 100 PLN per day — secures your spot
Payment details provided after registration
Remaining amount payable in cash on-site
Info Pack:
Click here to view:
Registration & Contact:
Contact Anna by email or phone call or WhatsApp +48 790 354 036To register please complete our form here
Teachers
Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati is a captivating and insightful yoga and meditation teacher, inspirational speaker, and writer, as well as an IAYT-certified Yoga Therapist with over 30 years of dedicated experience.
She is trained in the esteemed Bihar School of Yoga lineage across Nepal, India, and Australia and returns annually to deepen her practice under the mentorship of Swami Niranjanananda and Swami Satyasangananda including the great honour of leading Sadhana courses at Rikhia Peeth.
Swami Karma Karuna is also certified by Yoga Alliance, holds a certificate in Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy and is a senior teacher and council member of Yoga New Zealand.
Possessing a Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications and a minor in Psychology, Swami Karma Karuna’s early passion for working with groups and individuals has profoundly influenced her journey. Her specialties include stress and emotion management, restorative practices, yoga psychology, women’s health, and the chakras. She offers personalized one-to-one sessions that blend time-honored yogic techniques with modern therapeutic insights.
As a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat in New Zealand, Swami Karma Karuna travels the globe to conduct workshops, train yoga teachers, and lead transformative retreats. Her unique approach combines authenticity and practicality, merging traditional practices with insights drawn from psychology and brain science. Discover her array of guided Yoga, Pranayama, Yoga Nidra, and Meditation MP3s, along with her insightful articles, at www.anahata-retreat.org.nz. Anna Patuszka (Organiser & Co-Facilitator)
Teaches yoga in the Bihar School of Yoga tradition, studied under the guidance of Swami Karma Karuna in New Zealand. Since 2020, she has been exploring holistic methods of working with the body and mind, blending yoga with meditation, art, and intuitive movement.

Yogatag - Yoga day for Women - Leipzig GERMANY
2025-06-22 10:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Berlin)
Join Swami Karma Karuna for this special Women’s Day workshop in Leipzig, Germany….

Yoga especially for the woman’s body

For health, power & well-being in all stages of life
Delve into the theory and practices designed for women to balance and optimise the physical, mental and emotional aspects of their unique bodies at different stages of life. Learn self-nurturing and energising techniques, explore a women’s natural cycles and hormones and gain ability to apply this inspiration to your own life.
In this workshop, we look at some yogic management techniques related to health and wellbeing issues for women including areas such as menopause, menstrual irregularities, blocked emotion and other angles depending on students in the class.

Asanas (postures for the female anatomy and emotions)
Bandhas (pelvic floor and core exercises)
Mudras (gestures to conserve and raise energy)
Pranayama (breath techniques to balance and calm the mind)
Meditation (tools for coping during life’s challenges)

Additional Information

Where: Alte Handelsschule, Gießer Str. 75, Leipzig
When: 10 am to 5 pm 22nd June

Price: 85 €
Bookings & enquiries: ankedieter@yahoo.com or +49 176 39658022

Teacher
Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an experienced yoga and meditation teacher, inspirational speaker, and IAYT-certified Yoga Therapist with over 30 years of experience. Trained in the Bihar School of Yoga lineage across Nepal, India, and Australia, she continues to deepen her practice annually under Swami Niranjanananda and Swami Satyasangananda at Rikhia Peeth.
Certified by Yoga Alliance and holding a certificate in Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy, she is a senior teacher and council member of Yoga New Zealand. With a BA in Interpersonal Communications and a minor in Psychology, her work is influenced by her early passion for group and individual dynamics. She specializes in stress management, restorative practices, yoga psychology, women’s health, and the chakras, offering personalized sessions that integrate yogic and modern therapeutic techniques. Private Sessions Available

Yoga, Meditation & Nature Connection Retreat - Omberg SWEDEN
2025-06-26 15:00 - 2025-06-29 15:00 (Europe/Stockholm)
Join Swami Karma Karuna in the stunning natural setting of Omberg Sweden for a Yoga, Meditation & Nature Connection Retreat
Step into a world of tranquility and self-discovery with Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati at our Yoga, Meditation & Nature Connection Retreat. Nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Omberg, where lush forests meet Sweden’s second largest lake, this retreat offers a unique opportunity to explore the harmonious interplay between nature and yogic practices. Over the course of four enchanting days, you will journey through the elements—Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether—each day dedicated to deepening your connection with these natural forces. Engage in grounding asanas and pranayama, meditate on the calming essence of water and fire, and immerse yourself in the expansive energy of air and ether. These practices are designed to cultivate balance, enhance mindfulness, and foster a profound sense of inner peace.
In addition to traditional yogic techniques such as yoga nidra and meditation, this retreat emphasizes nature connection and ritual. Participate in tree puja rituals, embrace the revitalizing effects of a cold dip in the lake, and enjoy guided nature outings that encourage you to connect deeply with the natural world.
Leave behind the hustle and bustle of daily life and reconnect with your inner self amidst Omberg’s legendary mountain setting, rich in myth and history. This is a journey of transformation, reflection, and renewal—a chance to nurture your spirit and awaken your senses in an environment of unparalleled beauty.
Secure your place in this transformative experience and embark on a path to personal growth and ecological harmony.
The Schedule

Thursday 26th June – Earth Element

15:00 Arrival and Check in
16:00-16:45 Grounding Asana and Pranayama
16:45-17:15 Yoga Nidra (Earth focus)
17:30-18:30 Opening Circle
18:30-19:00 Earth Meditation
19:00 Dinner
20:00 Tree Puja Ritual

Friday 27th June – Water & Fire Elements

06:30 Cold dip in the lake.
07:00-08:50 Morning practise (Water and Fire Focus)
09:00-10:15 Breakfast
10:15-11:15 Yoga Ecology Theory
11:25-12.20 Meditation on water and fire
12:30-15:30 Lunch and free time
15:30-18:00 Afternoon theory and practice (fire element)
18:00 Dinner

Saturday 28th June – Air & Ether Elements

07:00 – 08:50 Morning Practice (Air Focus)
09:00 -10:15 Breakfast and free time
10:30 – 14:30 Nature outing and practice (Including packed lunch)
14.30 – 16:00 Free time.
16:00 – 18:00 Afternoon Theory and Practise
18:00-19:00 Dinner
19:00 Evening Program

Sunday 29th June – Beyond Elements

07:00 – 08:50 Morning Practice
09:00 – 10:15 Breakfast and Free Time
10:15 – 12:20 Theory and Practical
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch and free time.
13:00- 15:00 Closing session and yoga nidra.

Additional Information
The retreat program includes full room and board.
Price: 6000 SEK in shared room or 7000 SEK in single room
For bookings & enquiries please email info@stocklyckeomberg.se or send a message @stocklyckeomberg.se
Teacher

Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an engaging, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher, inspirational speaker, writer and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience in the yoga field including significant training in Nepal and India and ongoing training in the ashram with her teachers.
She is also certified by Yoga Alliance and is a senior teacher of Yoga Australia/New Zealand. A Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology determined an early interest in working with groups and individuals. Swami Karma Karuna specialises in a range or areas such as Yoga Nidra, Restorative Yoga, Prana, Chakras, Yoga Psychology and Women’s Health. She is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat, New Zealand and travels throughout the world, leading workshops, training yoga teachers, presenting at international events, guiding spiritual sadhana retreats and offering therapeutic one to one yoga sessions.
Swami Karma Karuna is passionate about sharing an authentic and down to earth approach, weaving together the ancient practices with a touch of psychology and brain science aimed at motivating people to live their yoga here and now.

Private Sessions Available

India Retreat Practice & Presentation Session 4 – July 12th
2025-07-12 12:00 - 13:30 (Pacific/Auckland)
Join Swami Karma Karuna to find out more about the upcoming journey to India with Hatha Yoga, Meditation, Slideshow Presentation with Q & A.

This Hatha Yoga and Meditation class will focus on the Ajna Chakra-the Third Eye Centre of intuition and wisdom which is an important energy centre that we will explore during the India retreat. We will use this focus to connect into the energy of Guru Poornima, the Full Moon the energy of light and inspiration on the spiritual path.

Feeling the call to journey to India? Come with your questions and curiosity.
Please register your interest here
ALL Session are ONLINE via Zoom and in NZT
Please arrive 5 mins early and be ready by creating space to be focused and undisturbed. Have props and hydration ready.
Session 4: Sat 12th July 12pm NZT, 10am AEST, 5pm Fri PDT, 8pm EDT
For more info about the India Retreat 2025 please see the event listing here or please email: indiaretreat@anahata-retreat.org.nz

Guru Poornima Full Moon Community Gathering
2025-07-12 15:00 - 20:30 (Pacific/Auckland)
Come join the community up at Anahata Yoga Retreat to celebrate Guru Poornima.
Come join the community up at Anahata Yoga Retreat to celebrate Guru Poornima.
Guru Poornima is the time of the full moon representing the highest point of realisation when the inner light shines in absolute darkness. This is the time to re-connect to our spiritual heritage, those who have inspired us on the path of self-understanding, and link with the higher forces that shine a light on the path and guide our evolution.
All welcome for some or part of the schedule
3 – 4pm Restorative Yoga
4 – 4.30pm Yoga Nidra
5- 6pm Havan & Kirtan
7pm Pot luck dinner
Please let us know you are coming at yoga@anahata-retreat.org.nz

Krishna Janmashtami Celebrations & Community Working Bee
2025-08-16 09:00 - 20:30 (Pacific/Auckland)
An invitation to our local Sangha to join us in celebrating Krishna’s birthday and come together for a community working bee to support Anahata Yoga Retreat before Swami Karma Karuna goes to India
Janmashtami celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna. Ashtami is a day of divine connection & personal transformation. It is significant day in India as it indicates a perfect balance between the seen and the unseen aspects of reality – the visible material world and the invisible spiritual realm.
Krishna’s birth on Ashtami signifies his mastery of both the spiritual and material worlds. He is a great teacher and a spiritual inspiration as well as the consummate politician. On one hand, he is Yogeshwara (the Lord of Yoga – the state which every yogi aspires), while on the other, he is a mischievous thief. The most authentic way to celebrate Janmashtami is to know that you have to play a dual role – of being a responsible human being on the planet, and at the same time to realize that you are above all events.
Come join us for a day of seva, selfless service to tidy up the grounds of Anahata to prepare for Spring, followed by a gentle Hatha Yoga Class, Yoga Nidra, Havan & Kirtan and shared potluck dinner. Optional wood-fired sauna available after dinner.
If you are unable to join us physically, there is an option to join us ONLINE for Hatha Yoga Class, Yoga Nidra & Havan by donation.

All welcome for some or part of the schedule.

The Schedule
Working Bee

09:00am – 12:30pm Working bee projects (gardening, wood stacking, cleaning, wastewater system tasks, etc.)
12:30pm – 1:30pm Shared lunch (potluck style or bring your own)
1:30pm – 3:30pm Working bee projects continue

Yoga Buffet

3:30pm – 5:00pm Gentle Hatha Yoga Class & Yoga Nidra (ONLINE option available)
5:00pm – 7:00pm Havan Fire Ceremony & Kirtan (ONLINE option available)
7:00pm – 8:30pm Shared Dinner followed by Sauna

Additional Information

Energy Exchange

Full Yoga Buffet $25
Havan & Kirtan by Donation
Please email us at yoga@anahata-retreat.org.nz to let us know you are coming. Or to join us ONLINE please register here:
You can donate below to The Heart Chakra Fund or you can make your cash donations & payment on the day.

For more info about our Yoga Buffet, see event listing here
Accommodation
A few huts may be available if anyone needs/wants to stay Saturday night (please enquire if needed).

The Heart Chakra Fund

If you are unable to contribute to the Community Working Bee, you can also support Anahata Yoga Retreat during this transitional phase by making a donation to The Heart Chakra Fund.

Donate here

RESILIENCE & RESET - A day of events - BRISBANE
2025-09-06 09:00 - 19:00 (Pacific/Auckland)
Join Swami Karma Karuna for a full day of events at Yoga in Daily Life in BRISBANE.
With Express & Balance – Navigating the Nervous System you will discover the power of resilience and learn how to reset your nervous system in this transformative morning session. In Relax & Nourish – Cultivating the Relaxation Response, give yourself the gift of deep rest & rejuvenation in this nourishing afternoon session. And come together with Sacred Connection for an evening of Satsang, Havan & Kirtan
Welcome to one workshop, both or all events.
And, learn more about our FREE ONLINE Resilience & Balance taster Class here
Express & Balance
In Express & Balance, you’ll dive into understanding the nervous system, with a focus on expression and equilibrium. Explore the polyvagal theory, learn practices to stimulate the vagus nerve (including AUM chanting, movement, and sound), and experience Hatha Yoga and Pranayama to harmonize your mind and emotions. What You’ll Gain:

Deeper awareness of how your nervous system shapes emotional and mental well-being
Tools to balance and reset through movement, sound, and breath
Practical techniques to integrate into everyday life

This morning session is ideal for anyone seeking self-awareness, emotional balance, and resilience.
Reserve your place and begin your day with empowerment and clarity.
The Workshop includes a tea break and is followed by a light lunch and community connection.
Relax & Nourish
In Relax & Nourish, you’ll explore calming breathing techniques, Yoga Nidra, and Restorative Yoga practices designed to activate your parasympathetic nervous system and invite profound inner peace. What You’ll Gain:

Techniques to calm and nourish the nervous system
A deeper sense of peace, rest, and emotional renewal
Simple practices to support ongoing stress relief

This session is perfect for anyone seeking to unwind, replenish, and reconnect with stillness.
Join us and experience a deep exhale from the demands of daily life.
The Workshop includes a tea break and is followed by a light dinner and community connection.
Sacred Connection

Conclude your day with Sacred Connection and a heart-centered, soul-nourishing experience. The evening program offers a sacred space to come together in community and deepen your inner journey through powerful spiritual practices.

Including Satsang, a time for reflection, discussion, and spiritual inspiration rooted in yogic wisdom. Participate in a Havan, a traditional Vedic fire ceremony that purifies and uplifts, creating a sense of renewal and intention. Open your heart through Kirtan, the joyful and meditative chanting of mantras that invites inner stillness and collective unity.
This evening gathering is an opportunity to integrate the day’s practices, reconnect with your true self, and share in the uplifting energy of group connection and devotion. All are welcome—no prior experience needed.
The event is free, donations welcome.

Additional Information
Welcome to one, both or all events!
Resilience & Reset: A Nervous System Wellness Retreat

9am-12pm | Express & Balance – Navigating the Nervous System
Lunch
1:30-4:30 | Relax & Nourish – Cultivating the Relaxation Response
Dinner
5:30-7pm | Sacred Connection – Satsang, Havan, and Kirtan – by donation

Discover the power of resilience and learn how to reset your nervous system in our transformative urban retreat. Whether you choose to attend the full day or individual sessions, you’ll walk away with practical tools and insights to enhance your well-being.
Prices:

One Workshop – $69 / $55 conc. (includes tea break and light lunch/dinner)
Two Workshops – $120 (includes tea breaks and light lunch & dinner)
Evening Satsang – by donation

Teacher

Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an engaging, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher, inspirational speaker, writer and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience in the yoga field including significant training in Nepal and India and ongoing training in the ashram with her teachers.
She is also certified by Yoga Alliance and is a senior teacher of Yoga Australia/New Zealand. A Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology determined an early interest in working with groups and individuals. Swami Karma Karuna specialises in a range or areas such as Yoga Nidra, Restorative Yoga, Prana, Chakras, Yoga Psychology and Women’s Health. She is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat, New Zealand and travels throughout the world, leading workshops, training yoga teachers, presenting at international events, guiding spiritual sadhana retreats and offering therapeutic one to one yoga sessions.
Swami Karma Karuna is passionate about sharing an authentic and down to earth approach, weaving together the ancient practices with a touch of psychology and brain science aimed at motivating people to live their yoga here and now.

Private Sessions

Nervous System Reset: Building Resilience Weekend Retreat - PORT MACQUARIE, Australia
2025-09-13 09:00 - 2025-09-14 16:00 (Pacific/Auckland)
Join Swami Karma Karuna at the Sanctuary Sancrox for a transformative weekend retreat of yoga & self-discovery.
In the serene natural setting of Sanctuary Sancrox Farm, Swami Karma Karuna will guide us through a transformative weekend of yoga and self-discovery. This immersion will explore how ancient practices support the nervous system, helping us restore balance, release tension, and build resilience for the challenges of modern life.

Retreat Includes
A transformative weekend of yoga & self-discovery with practices to support the nervous system & build resilience:

Hatha Yoga
Meditation
Yoga Nidra
Satsang
Havan Ancient Fire Ceremony
Kirtan
Delicious Ayurvedic farm-to-plate lunch, dinner & snacks included

Additional Information
Sat. 9-8.30: Building Resilience & the Nervous System
Sun. 9-4: Building Resilience in the Mind & Emotions
Investment:
Both days: $200
Single day $120
(All inclusive retreat price includes Havan, meals & snacks)
Havan, Kirtan, Cacao & Dinner only $50
Camping option available.
For enquiries & bookings: phone 04135 83920 or 0478898990
Teacher

Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an engaging, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher, inspirational speaker, writer and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience in the yoga field including significant training in Nepal and India and ongoing training in the ashram with her teachers.
She is also certified by Yoga Alliance and is a senior teacher of Yoga Australia/New Zealand. A Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology determined an early interest in working with groups and individuals. Swami Karma Karuna specialises in a range or areas such as Yoga Nidra, Restorative Yoga, Prana, Chakras, Yoga Psychology and Women’s Health. She is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat, New Zealand and travels throughout the world, leading workshops, training yoga teachers, presenting at international events, guiding spiritual sadhana retreats and offering therapeutic one to one yoga sessions.
Swami Karma Karuna is passionate about sharing an authentic and down to earth approach, weaving together the ancient practices with a touch of psychology and brain science aimed at motivating people to live their yoga here and now.

Private Sessions

Yoga Buffet - A Celebration of Abundance
2025-09-27 15:30 - 20:30 (Pacific/Auckland)
All welcome to join the Anahata Team for a special Yoga Buffet to celebrate abundance during Navaratri.
Twice a year around the Equinoxes, a 9-day practice called Navaratri is held. To learn more about this auspicious time, visit our Blog here.
This yoga buffet will have a focus on honouring the divine form of abundance, Lakshmi and we will chant two malas during havan; our regular healing mantra and one to Lakshmi.
No previous experience is required, all are welcome!
The Schedule

3:30pm – 5:00pm Gentle Hatha Yoga Class & Yoga Nidra
5:00pm – 7:00pm Havan Fire Ceremony & Kirtan
7:00pm – 8:30pm Shared Dinner followed by Sauna

Welcome to join for some or all of the sessions.
Additional Information
Energy Exchange

Full Yoga Buffet $25
Havan & Kirtan by Donation
Please email us at yoga@anahata-retreat.org.nz to let us know you are coming.
You can donate below to The Heart Chakra Fund or you can make your cash donations & payment on the day.

For more info about our Yoga Buffet, see event listing here
The Heart Chakra Fund

If you are unable to contribute to the Community Working Bee, you can also support Anahata Yoga Retreat during this transitional phase by making a donation to The Heart Chakra Fund.

Donate Here

Spring Community Working Bee & Yoga Buffet
2025-11-08 09:00 - 20:30 (Pacific/Auckland)
An invitation to our local Sangha to join us for our next Yoga Buffet as well as support Anahata Yoga Retreat with some maintenance projects on the land.

This will be the last Yoga Buffet and community gathering until Swami Karma Karun’s return at end of January.
If you are unable to participate in the Community Working Bee but would still like to support Anahata, you could consider making a donation to our Heart Chakra Fund instead. We would be so grateful for any donation, large or small that helps us during this transition.

The Schedule

Working Bee
9:00am – 12:30pm Working bee projects (gardening, wood stacking, cleaning, wastewater system tasks, etc.)
12:30pm – 1:30pm Shared lunch (potluck style or bring your own)
1:30pm – 3:30pm Working bee projects continue
Yoga Buffet
3:30pm – 5:00pm Yoga Class & Yoga Nidra
From 5:00pm Fire Ceremony, Kirtan, Shared Dinner, and Sauna

Additional Information

Energy Exchange

Full Yoga Buffet $25
Havan & Kirtan by Donation
Please email us at yoga@anahata-retreat.org.nz to let us know you are coming.
You can donate below to The Heart Chakra Fund or you can make your cash donations & payment on the day.

For more info about our Yoga Buffet, see event listing here
Accommodation
A few huts may be available if anyone needs/wants to stay Saturday night (please enquire if needed).

The Heart Chakra Fund
If you are unable to contribute to the Community Working Bee, you can also support Anahata Yoga Retreat during this transitional phase by making a donation to The Heart Chakra Fund. Donate here

Summer Yoga Buffet Series - Nourish & Focus: A New Year Renewal
2026-01-17 14:30 - 19:00 (Pacific/Auckland)
Join Swami Karma Karuna for a series of Summer Yoga Buffets…

ONLINE OPTION ALSO AVAILABLE
The Yoga Buffet at Anahata Yoga Retreat offers a diverse range of workshops designed to enrich your yoga practice and personal growth journey. Each session includes a blend of theory, yoga, breathwork, and meditation tailored to an inspiring theme, along with tea, fruit, and evening rituals. Join into a healing fire ceremony, heart opening kirtan, and an optional sauna experience. This holistic approach provides an opportunity to explore different aspects of yoga, fostering nourishment, focus, emotional harmony, deep rest, and renewed energy.
Themes

January 17th: Nourish & Focus: A New Year Renewal
January 31st: Chakras: Unlock Your Inner Power
February 21st: Emotional Harmony & Bhakti Bliss
March 7th: Yoga Nidra: Deep Rest & Renewal
March 21st: Pranayama & Mudras: Energize with Breath

Nourish & Focus: A New Year Renewal

Workshop Description – Kickstart your year with a rejuvenating Yoga Buffet session designed to nourish your body, balance your nervous system, and sharpen your focus on your goals, featuring inspiring theory and nourishing yoga techniques like Yoga Nidra to support nervous system balance, resilience, and clarity.
The Schedule

Full Yoga Buffet 2:30-7pm $40
Theory, Yoga, Breathwork and Meditation Class related to the theme
Includes Tea, Fruit and Evening Rituals
Yoga Workshop Only 2:30-4:30pm $25
Theory, Yoga, Breathwork and Meditation Class related to the theme
Online Yoga Workshop 2:30-4:30pm $20
Theory, Yoga, Breathwork and Meditation Class related to the theme
Evening Rituals Only 5-7pm $20
Healing Fire Ceremony, Kirtan
BONUS: Optional Sauna If staying for a sauna, bring water bottle and a snack with you.
BOOK HERE
Please arrive 15 mins early as practices start on time.

Teacher

Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an engaging, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher, inspirational speaker, writer and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience in the yoga field including significant training in Nepal and India and ongoing training in the ashram with her teachers.
She is also certified by Yoga Alliance and is a senior teacher of Yoga Australia/New Zealand. A Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology determined an early interest in working with groups and individuals. Swami Karma Karuna specialises in a range or areas such as Yoga Nidra, Restorative Yoga, Prana, Chakras, Yoga Psychology and Women’s Health. She is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat, New Zealand and travels throughout the world, leading workshops, training yoga teachers, presenting at international events, guiding spiritual sadhana retreats and offering therapeutic one to one yoga sessions.
Swami Karma Karuna is passionate about sharing an authentic and down to earth approach, weaving together the ancient practices with a touch of psychology and brain science aimed at motivating people to live their yoga here and now.

Private Sessions

Summer Yoga Buffet Series – Chakras: Unlock Your Inner Power
2026-01-31 14:30 - 19:00 (Pacific/Auckland)
Join Swami Karma Karuna for a series of Summer Yoga Buffets…

ONLINE OPTION ALSO AVAILABLE
The Yoga Buffet at Anahata Yoga Retreat offers a diverse range of workshops designed to enrich your yoga practice and personal growth journey. Each session includes a blend of theory, yoga, breathwork, and meditation tailored to an inspiring theme, along with tea, fruit, and evening rituals. Join into a healing fire ceremony, heart opening kirtan, and an optional sauna experience. This holistic approach provides an opportunity to explore different aspects of yoga, fostering nourishment, focus, emotional harmony, deep rest, and renewed energy.
Themes

January 17th: Nourish & Focus: A New Year Renewal
January 31st: Chakras: Unlock Your Inner Power
February 21st: Emotional Harmony & Bhakti Bliss
March 7th: Yoga Nidra: Deep Rest & Renewal
March 21st: Pranayama & Mudras: Energize with Breath

Chakras: Unlock Your Inner Power
Workshop Description: Explore how chakras relate to your physical, mental, and emotional well-being, relationships, and life path in a workshop that delves into the psychology and traditional symbolism of chakras, featuring Hatha Yoga, Pranayama, and Meditation to enhance your connection to your energy centers, gain self-knowledge, achieve balance, and feel empowered.
The Schedule

Full Yoga Buffet 2:30-7pm $40
Theory, Yoga, Breathwork and Meditation Class related to the theme
Includes Tea, Fruit and Evening Rituals
Yoga Workshop Only 2:30-4:30pm $25
Theory, Yoga, Breathwork and Meditation Class related to the theme
Online Yoga Workshop 2:30-4:30pm $20
Theory, Yoga, Breathwork and Meditation Class related to the theme
Evening Rituals Only 5-7pm $20
Healing Fire Ceremony, Kirtan
BONUS: Optional Sauna – If staying for a sauna, bring water bottle and a snack with you.
BOOK HERE
Please arrive 15 mins early as practices start on time.

Teacher

Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an engaging, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher, inspirational speaker, writer and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience in the yoga field including significant training in Nepal and India and ongoing training in the ashram with her teachers.
She is also certified by Yoga Alliance and is a senior teacher of Yoga Australia/New Zealand. A Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology determined an early interest in working with groups and individuals. Swami Karma Karuna specialises in a range or areas such as Yoga Nidra, Restorative Yoga, Prana, Chakras, Yoga Psychology and Women’s Health. She is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat, New Zealand and travels throughout the world, leading workshops, training yoga teachers, presenting at international events, guiding spiritual sadhana retreats and offering therapeutic one to one yoga sessions.
Swami Karma Karuna is passionate about sharing an authentic and down to earth approach, weaving together the ancient practices with a touch of psychology and brain science aimed at motivating people to live their yoga here and now.

Private Sessions
