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SUMMARY:Hatha Yoga Class & Havan - Every Saturday
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nEvent Overview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]\nEvery Saturday from 16th February at Anahata\nSummer Period (Oct to April) – 4:00pm – 7.30pm\nWinter Period (May to Sept) – 3:30pm – 7:00pm \nPlease RSVP before 1pm on the day of the event \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]\n“Fire allows for rapid transformation. It provides the avenue to let go of the old story and drama\, to transform\, to renew and to be reborn.”\n \n – Dr. Alberto Villoldo \n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3807″][vc_single_image image=”1904″][vc_column_text]Join us every Saturday for a Hatha Yoga Asana Class including Pranayama Breathing Practices. Suitable for all levels from Beginner to Advanced. The class will be followed by Havan\, a traditional fire ceremony to bring balance and healing to nature and to ourselves. \nEvery Saturday\, in the Satyananda Yoga Tradition all over the world\, 108 rounds of the Maha Mrityunjaya Healing Mantra is chanted during the practice of Havan\, an ancient Fire Ceremony\, using mantra and fire for means of transformation. \nThis particular mantra is chanted to offer healing to people in need and to assist those who are in transition after death. We read the names of all those we know in need of healing before making offerings to the fire with those names in our hearts. \nIf you would like to add somebody to the Healing Book\, which is read out before the practice\, contact us. \nCome experience this powerful practice of healing & transformation\, followed by uplifting vibrations at our heart-opening Kirtan. \nAfterwards\, connect with like-minded guests & residents over a delicious Vegetarian Dinner at 6.30pm to conclude the evening \nEmail or call us for car pool options – 03 525 9887.\n \n \n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”2175″][vc_column_text]\n\nMahamrityunjaya Mantra\nOm Tryambakam Yajamahe \nSugandhim Pushtivardhanam \nUrvarukamiva Bandhanan \nMrityor Mukshiya Maamritat \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nMeaning\nOM. We worship and adore you\, O three-eyed one\, O Shiva.\nYou are sweet gladness\, the fragrance of life\, who nourishes us\,\nrestores our health\, and causes us to thrive.\nAs\, in due time\, the stem of the cucumber weakens\,\nand the gourd if freed from the vine\, so free us\nfrom attachment and death\, and do not withhold immortality. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”2168″][vc_single_image image=”2166″][vc_single_image image=”2169″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nExplore Other Retreats & Events\n[/vc_column_text]6-week ONLINE Nervous System Reset CourseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatJanuary 15\, 2026 @ 10:00 am - February 26\, 2026 @ 11:30 amLovefest 2026 – Golden Bay with Swami Karma KarunaHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatFebruary 13\, 2026 - February 15\, 2026Embracing Menopause GB 3.0 … from pause to powerHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 1\, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pmView All Retreats and Events [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/havan-2
CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Anahata Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190318
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SUMMARY:Yogic Life Skills Extended Retreat - 4 weeks
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you looking to immerse yourself in a healthier\, more conscious environment while gaining valuable life skills? \nDo you need opportunities for reflection\, to connect with a simpler way of living and a break from the modern lifestyle? \nAre you looking for self-development and growth? \nThen this 4 week training program will help you immensely. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nRetreat Overview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]This retreat offers a 4 week easy-entry path in to a more conscious lifestyle. It begins with the Explore Your ‘Self’ Retreat and continues with a 3 week residential stay of yogic lifestyle learning and experience.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The first week offers an introduction to a yogic lifestyle through the Explore Your ‘Self’ Retreat. During this week you will experience bringing together different yoga and meditation practices for an enhanced level of understanding. Receive a broad range of tools to take away so you can start supporting yourself through the hustle and bustle of life. \nThe following 3 weeks of the Yogic Life Skills Retreat take you a bit deeper\, where you will cultivate these skills further. \nDuring your stay you will participate in our regular daily schedule. This extended retreat is an opportunity for self-discovery and development in a supportive environment\, surrounded by some of the most stunning nature New Zealand has to offer. \nNo previous yoga experience is necessary – everybody is welcome! \nFor more details about both retreats\, read our Explore Your Self Blog or Yogic Life Skills Blog . Learn to live a more conscious life while increasing your knowledge and participation in a yogic lifestyle.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nThe Retreat Programme Includes\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n\n27 nights\, shared accommodation (unless camping) with vegetarian meals and full retreat programme. \n\n\n\n\n The 4-week programme offers: \n\nThe introductory Explore Your Self Retreat makes up the first week\nThe following 3 weeks allow you to immerse yourself in an inspiring yogic lifestyle\nBeing part of a community\, living a life of simplicity\, mindfulness and service to support the growth and well-being of all\nSupported introduction to new areas of growth\, responsibility and learning in a supported and accepting environment\n3 healthy vegetarian meals per day\, with brunch and dinner on Sundays\n\nMentorship & life skills development in areas such as: \n\nHealthy cooking and kitchen management\nOrganic gardening and landscape design\nMaintenance and eco building\nAdmin and office assistance\nCaring for a small retreat centre\n\nRegular weekly schedule including: \n\nHatha yoga classes\nSmall group discussions\nGuided meditation\nDaily chanting\nKirtan (singing mantras to music)\nDaily Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation)\nKarma Yoga (action with meditative awareness)\nFire Ceremony (Havan) and Chanting (healing sound vibration)\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nAdditional Information\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Start Time: 5pm onwards Monday – arrival/registration\nFinish Time: 11am Sunday \nComplimentary pick up: Monday 18th Feb 5.45pm Golden Bay Visitor Centre\nComplimentary drop off: Sunday 17th Mar 11am back to Golden Bay Visitor Centre \n\nSpecial Dietary Requirements: All meals provided are vegetarian. Vegan\, Dairy Free & Gluten Free can be provided for an additional NZ$10 per week. Please advise us at time of booking.\nPrivate Sessions: Private yoga and Therapeutic Consultations\, Bodywork and Nutritional Guidance are available by appointment. Click here to find out more.\nPrivate rooms: Limited options are available on request\, subject to availability.\nCamping: Tent hire is available for an additional cost of NZ$30. Add this to your booking at checkout.\n\nFor more information or to request any extras\, please email us.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTeachers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”100″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna\, founding member and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat\, NZ\, is an engaging\, intuitive yoga teacher with more than 25 years of training and experience. She specialises in therapeutic applications of yoga\, yoga nidra relaxation and pranic practices and shares in a simple and practical way\, inspiring people to access and apply yogic practices in their own lives.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”1822″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]With experience in Hatha Yoga and traditional yogic cleansing techniques\, Swami Gurubhakta brings 20 years of experience with him to Anahata. Having trained for his Diploma in Australia\, he has spent most of his time throughout the years serving in ashrams between Australia and India\, sharing his knowledge of traditional Yoga teachings and practices. He more recently focuses on Pranayama\, Meditation and Yoga Nidra with experience in working in disability support. Member of SYTA.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n \n Yoga Buffet - A Celebration of Abundance\n\n \n September 27 @ 3:30 pm - 8:30 pm \n\n \n\n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nExplore Other Retreats & Events\n[/vc_column_text]6-week ONLINE Nervous System Reset CourseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatJanuary 15\, 2026 @ 10:00 am - February 26\, 2026 @ 11:30 amLovefest 2026 – Golden Bay with Swami Karma KarunaHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatFebruary 13\, 2026 - February 15\, 2026Embracing Menopause GB 3.0 … from pause to powerHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 1\, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pmView All Retreats and Events [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/yogic-life-skills-feb19
CATEGORIES:Anahata Retreats
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190303
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SUMMARY:Evolving through the Chakras at Manly Yoga Studio\, Sydney
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nRetreat Overview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]Swami Karma Karuna will be a visiting teacher at Australia’s Manly Yoga Studio this March! Join her there for this ‘Evolving through the Chakras’ Workshop to explore your health\, relationships\, energy states\, mind and emotions – delving into your chakra energy centres for deep transformation.\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Embark on a journey through the chakras\, the subtle energy centres within your body\, which influence every aspect of your life from your daily experiences to the spiritual realm. They are a framework to understand your physical health and challenges\, energy levels\, mental well-being\, emotional states\, relationships and more subtle layers of existence. The flow or block within your chakras determine many aspects of your life. \nExplore yogic techniques such as asana\, pranayama\, mudra\, bandha\, yoga nidra\, meditation and mantra to transform\, stimulate and cleanse the subtle energy centres. \nDelve into the traditional symbology\, chakra physiology\, corresponding glands and the psychology of the chakras. Gain tools to improve your health\, awaken creative abilities\, enhance your strengths and overcome challenges. \nThose newer to yoga\, will receive an overview and practices to begin to look at life from a new perspective. Yoga Teachers and experienced practitioners can deepen their experience and gain new insights for personal practice or to share with their yoga students. \nTo book and to see the full event listing click here >[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nThis Workshop Includes\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Start Time: from 12:30 pm \nFinish Time: 4:00 pm \nHavan and Kirtan will follow this workshop – feel free to stick around and join us!\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n• Hatha yoga classes focused on the Chakras\n• Group discussions\n• Guided chakra meditations\n• Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation)\n• Mantra Practice \n [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTeachers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”100″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna\, founding member and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat\, NZ\, is an engaging\, intuitive yoga teacher with more than 25 years of training and experience. She specialises in therapeutic applications of yoga\, yoga nidra relaxation and pranic practices and shares in a simple and practical way\, inspiring people to access and apply yogic practices in their own lives.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nExplore Other Retreats & Events\n[/vc_column_text]6-week ONLINE Nervous System Reset CourseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatJanuary 15\, 2026 @ 10:00 am - February 26\, 2026 @ 11:30 amLovefest 2026 – Golden Bay with Swami Karma KarunaHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatFebruary 13\, 2026 - February 15\, 2026Embracing Menopause GB 3.0 … from pause to powerHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 1\, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pmView All Retreats and Events [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/evolving-through-the-chakras
CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Anahata Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190304
DTSTAMP:20251216T123554
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SUMMARY:Prana and Mudra Workshop at Avalokita Yoga
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nWorkshop Overview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n\n\n\n“Join Swami Karma Karuna for this Prana and Mudra morning workshop at Avalokita Yoga\, where you will be introduced to practices for increasing\, conserving and directing vital energy in and around the body.”\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3897″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMudras are expressions of particular states of consciousness and energy. Whilst prana directly influences the mental and emotional states\, health and well being. \nWith 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. \nDuring the workshop you will be introduced to yoga practices that are used for increasing\, conserving and directing vital energy around the body. \nThis morning workshop will end with a nurturing Prana Nidra practice. Prana Nidra is based on the practice of Yoga Nirda with a prana focus\, to deeply relax and support the flow of vitality to each and every cell. Leaving you feeling nourished and energised. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nAdditional Information\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Location: Avalokita Yoga\, 17 McKell Ave.\, Watanobbi. NSW. 2259. \nRefreshments: Chai and sweets for morning tea will be provided. \nTime: Workshop 9.00am – 1.00pm with a 1/2 hour morning tea. \nCost: \nEarly bird until 15th of February………….$80 or $65 concession \nBookings after the 15th of February…………..$90 or $75 concession \nBookings and enquiries: \nPlease email Jacqui Fletcher (Atmavani) at the following address. \nEmail: jacquifletcheryoga@gmail.com[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nTeachers\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”100″ alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna\, founding member and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat\, NZ\, is an engaging\, intuitive yoga teacher with more than 25 years of training and experience. She specialises in therapeutic applications of yoga\, yoga nidra relaxation and pranic practices and shares in a simple and practical way\, inspiring people to access and apply yogic practices in their own lives.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nExplore other retreats and events\n[/vc_column_text]6-week ONLINE Nervous System Reset CourseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatJanuary 15\, 2026 @ 10:00 am - February 26\, 2026 @ 11:30 amWelcome to 'Nervous System Reset' — a 6-week online learning experience that encourages your mind-body-connection. Read moreLovefest 2026 – Golden Bay with Swami Karma KarunaHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatFebruary 13\, 2026 - February 15\, 2026Swami Karma Karuna will be presenting at Lovefest Golden Bay held at the Tui Events Park in Wainui Bay. Read moreEmbracing Menopause GB 3.0 … from pause to powerHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 1\, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pmJoin Inna Alex\, Rita Scholten & Swami Karma Karuna for this workshop. Read more[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]View All Retreats and Events [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/prana-and-mudra-workshop-2
LOCATION:Avalokita Yoga\, 17 McKell Ave.\,\, Watanobbi.\, NSW\, 2259\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Anahata Retreats
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SUMMARY:Maha Shivaratri Celebration
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nEvent Overview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nJoin us at this auspicious time of Maha Shivaratri for a special evening of celebration.\n \nJoin us for:\n• 60 minute Hatha Yoga Class\n• Havan and Kirtan ( joyful chanting and singing)\n• Vegetarian Meal \nOnly $25 \nSee below for full details. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”4004″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Maha Shivaratri is one of the most celebrated and sacred festivals in India. Literally it means ‘the great night of Shiva\,’ a night in which we honour Lord Shiva. Considered in the Yogic tradition as the Adi Guru\, the first teacher from whom the yogic tradition originates. \nThere are many legends associated with this festival; it is said to be the day when Lord Shiva drank poison that came out of the ocean in order to protect the world. However\, the poison did not kill him\, it remained in his neck and turned his neck blue. \nMaha Shivaratri marks the union between Lord Shiva and the goddess Parvati\, the meeting of Shiva (consciousness) and Shakti (energy). \nCelebrated each year on the 4th night of the new moon\, during Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Phalgun\, which falls around the months of February or March. \nIt is a time when the planetary alignment and position are of the highest natural energy\, which makes this an auspicious time for spiritual practice.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The Maha Shivaratri celebration will start at 4pm with a 60-minute Hatha Yoga asana and Pranayama (breathing practices) class. The class is suitable for all levels of experience\, from complete beginners to advanced practitioners. \nThe class will be followed at 5.15pm by Havan and Kirtan. Havan is an ancient fire ceremony from the ancient Indian Vedic tradition where we use mantra and fire for means of transformation. \nKirtan is a joyful and uplifting mantra practice that originates from the Bhakti yoga tradition. In Kirtan we sing the mantra in call and response\, it is a practice that brings connection to our hearts and to the present moment through sound. \nAt 6.30pm\, the program will conclude with a delicious vegetarian meal. \n \nDon’t miss this opportunity to come together as a community on this special evening of Maha Shivaratri to uplift and raise the vibration within us and around us. \n \nPlease RSVP before 1pm on Monday 4th March\, 2019 \nPhone: +64(3)525-9887\nE-mail: yoga@anahata-retreat.org.nz[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nExplore other yoga retreats and events\n[/vc_column_text]Sankalpa & Creating Change – Finding & Manifesting Your Purpose By Swami Karma KarunaDecember 10\, 2025 “Sow a thought and reap an action Sow an action and reap a habit Sow a habit and reap… Read moreChristmas RecipeNovember 26\, 2025Traditional christmas recipes are often warming as most of them come from Europe. Perfect for winter but not ideal for… Read moreUpdate from Swami Karma KarunaNovember 3\, 2025Hari OM Anahata Sangha I have had the honour of a lot of travel over the last month’s sharing with… Read moreView All Retreats and Events [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/maha-shivaratri-celebration
CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Anahata Retreats
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SUMMARY:Mudras\, Bandhas\, Chakras at Kawai Purapura
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nRetreat Overview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]In this retreat\, explore mudras\, bandhas and chakras independently and integrated with other core Hatha Yoga practices – asana and pranayama. Discover techniques to conserve prana for more optimal brain functioning\, vitality\, health\, well-being and enhancement of meditative states. \n\nAsanas (with focus on the energy body)\nBandhas (looks to increase energy and health in areas of the body)\nMudras (gestures to direct\, conserve and raise energy)\nPranayama (breath techniques to activate\, balance and calm)\nPrana Nidra (Deep relaxation with energy focus)\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nThe Retreat Programme Includes\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Day 1: Check in at reception | Yoga Classes 2pm – 9:30pm (including dinner break)\nDay 2: Yoga classes 6:30am – 9:30pm (including meal breaks)\nDay 3: Yoga classes 6:30am – 1pm (including breakfast break)| Check-out[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nAdditional Information\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n3 Days Yoga Retreat: Workshop only $360\n3 Days Retreat + 2 Nights Accommodation in Twin Share Room $425\n3 Days Retreat + 2 Nights Accommodation in Private Room $450\n\nFor more information on the event\, and to book\, click here \nThis retreat can be taken separately for personal interest and experience\, or it can be used as professional development through Yoga Alliance. Take the option to join the full teacher’s training module. Click here to find out more. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTeachers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”100″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna\, founding member and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat\, NZ\, is an engaging\, intuitive yoga teacher with more than 25 years of training and experience. She specialises in therapeutic applications of yoga\, yoga nidra relaxation and pranic practices and shares in a simple and practical way\, inspiring people to access and apply yogic practices in their own lives.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nExplore Other Retreats & Events\n[/vc_column_text]6-week ONLINE Nervous System Reset CourseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatJanuary 15\, 2026 @ 10:00 am - February 26\, 2026 @ 11:30 amLovefest 2026 – Golden Bay with Swami Karma KarunaHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatFebruary 13\, 2026 - February 15\, 2026Embracing Menopause GB 3.0 … from pause to powerHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 1\, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pmView All Retreats and Events [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/mudras-bandhas-chakras
CATEGORIES:Anahata Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190311
DTSTAMP:20251216T123554
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SUMMARY:Deep Ecology Retreat
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader” color=”#ff9900″]\nJoin us for an extraordinary\, heart-felt journey into enhanced connection and empowerment through Deep Ecology & Yoga\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nWhy join this Deep Ecology retreat?\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]We are alive at an extraordinary moment in time. It is a time of growing uncertainty\, yet also time of great possibility when creativity\, courage and collective action can help cultivate change. This is a time when many of us are seeking ways to reconnect to one another and to the living Earth. \nDeep ecology is a holistic approach to facing the current challenges on Earth that brings together thinking\, feeling\, spirituality and action. It involves moving beyond the individualism of Western culture also seeing ourselves as part of the Earth. This leads to a deeper connection with life\, where Ecology is not just seen as something ‘out there’\, but something we are a part of and have a role to play in. \nIn this retreat\, we will draw on the work of Joanna Macy\, John Seed and Arne Naess. We will use theories and interactive practices from The Work That Reconnects to reconnect to out own true nature\, the web of life\, and to our human community. \nThis work supports us to experience first hand that we are larger\, stronger\, deeper\, and more creative than we have been brought up to believe. Opening our hearts and our minds to the love\, the grief we feel for our world\, empowers us to act on behalf of the Earth.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nRetreat Overview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This retreat combines the transformational journeys of Deep Ecology and Yoga under the guidance of experienced facilitators in a nurturing and safe environment. \nIn the Deep Ecology sessions\, you will be guided through the four stages of the spiral of the The Work That Reconnects in a journey of experiential practices\, poetry\, ritual\, song\, movement and silence. We explore and deepen our connections to Self\, each other\, and all Life\, in order to take part in the Healing of our World. \nYoga brings us into balance and harmony\, giving us the ability to enjoy life\, fulfil our potential and find our true identity. We will be practicing traditional yogic practices including Asana\, Pranayama\, Yoga Nidra\, Havan and Meditation. These yogic practices will encourage us to tune into both the universal nature alongside our own. \nWe hope that a combination of the two will empower you to act on behalf of Earth with clarity\, love and direction. \nNo previous experience in either Yoga or Deep Ecology necessary. \n \nTake a look at our blog titled – Deep Ecology – What’s it all about? Here we interview Inna Alex about her experiences of Deep Ecology and why the movement is important.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n Facilitator Training Optional Extra\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This add-on option is available for workshop participants wishing to step into facilitating The Work That Reconnects or those already facilitating who wish to join a community of facilitators for experiential sharing. \nTwo co-creative sessions (one pre- and one post-workshop) support your own transformational Deep Ecology journey as well as to gain confidence assisting others on the path to coming back to life. \nThe first session will offer theory about the four successive stages of the work\, group facilitation basics\, and pointers for observing and learning from workshop facilitation during the weekend. Following the workshop completion\, we will have an extensive de-brief\, involving both practical aspects of facilitation and workshop layout as well as reflections on our personal journeys. \nInvestment = + NZ $75 for both sessions – 7th March 9.30-11.30am & 10th March 1-4.30pm\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”2411″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\nThe Retreat Programme Includes\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]3 nights\, shared accommodation (unless camping) with meals and full retreat programme\, including:\n \n\nFour stages of the spiral of The Work That Reconnects: experiential practices\, poetry\, ritual\, song\, movement and silence.\nHatha yoga classes\nGuided meditation\nDaily Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation)\nDaily chanting\, Kirtan (singing mantras to music) and Fire Ceremony (Havan) and Chanting (healing sound vibration)\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nAdditional Info\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Start Time: 11:30am Thursday 7th March arrival / registration\nFinish Time: 12pm Sunday 10th March\n \nComplimentary pick up: Thursday 7th March 10.45am pick-up at Golden Bay Visitor Centre\nComplimentary drop off: Sunday 10th March 12pm back to Golden Bay Visitor Centre \nDeep Ecology retreat with Hui Option\nStart Time: 9:30am Thursday 7th March arrival / registration\nFinish Time: 4.30pm Sunday 10th March \nComplimentary pick up: Wednesday 6th March 5.45am pick-up at Golden Bay Visitor Centre\nComplimentary drop off: Sunday 10th March 4.30 pm back to Golden Bay Visitor Centre \n\nDiscounts: A discounted rate of NZ$75 applies for the night before the retreat begins (6th March).\nSpecial Dietary Requirements: All meals provided are vegetarian. Vegan\, Dairy Free & Gluten Free can be provided for an additional $15. Please advise us at time of booking.\nPrivate Sessions: Private yoga and Therapeutic Consultations\, Bodywork and Nutritional Guidance are available by appointment. Click here to find out more.\nPrivate rooms: Limited options are available on request\, subject to availability.\nCamping: Tent hire is available for an additional cost of $30. Add this to your booking at checkout.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTeachers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”954″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\nInna Alex is a passionate community organiser\, environmental educator\, deep ecology facilitator and yoga teacher. Living at Tui Community\, Golden Bay\, NZ\, she integrates her Permaculture knowledge by co-ordinating and co-teaching some of Earthcare’s Permaculture Education Programs\, coordinating women’s gathering and an annual educational community festival\, living actively in intentional community\, teaching yoga\, parenting her daughter Kiva and tending her garden. \nInna has been teaching Deep Ecology workshops around NZ for the past 10 years\, having studied both with Joanna Macy and John Seed. \n“For me\, Joanna’s ‘Work That Reconnects’ is the bridge between our spiritual journeys & how we act in the world. I’m amazed how powerful this work is in enabling us to experience ourselves as part of the Living Whole and recommit to wholeheartedly engage in its healing. I am very excited to be offering this work in conjunction with a supportive yogic practice at such a special location.”[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”100″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna\, founding member and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat\, NZ\, is an engaging\, intuitive yoga teacher with more than 25 years of training and experience. She specialises in therapeutic applications of yoga\, yoga nidra relaxation and pranic practices and shares in a simple and practical way\, inspiring people to access and apply yogic practices in their own lives.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTestimonials\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]“An essential experience to awaken ourselves to reconnect with our innate nature. Through creative and explorative exercises the workshop lead me to feel and be with myself and others authentically with a joint vision to be part of healing our world.” \n~ Jenni Robertson\, NZ\, 2018 \n“Inna was a wonderful facilitator of this important work. I am so grateful to her for passionately caring for this work and leading us through it in such a safe and supportive way. We were held so well. The work is powerful and I can recommend it and Inna’s beautiful approach to facilitating.” \n~ Amelia\, Australia\, 2018 \n“I am nourished and nurtured by the growth of my Ecological Self.” \n~ Ngarie Penne\, NZ\, 2017 \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner el_class=”two-column-lists”][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nExplore Other Retreats & Events\n[/vc_column_text]6-week ONLINE Nervous System Reset CourseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatJanuary 15\, 2026 @ 10:00 am - February 26\, 2026 @ 11:30 amLovefest 2026 – Golden Bay with Swami Karma KarunaHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatFebruary 13\, 2026 - February 15\, 2026Embracing Menopause GB 3.0 … from pause to powerHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 1\, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pmView All Retreats and Events [/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2411″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2411″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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SUMMARY:Power of Awareness Silent Meditation Retreat
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nRetreat Overview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]This 9 day meditation retreat with international meditation teacher\, Swami Anandakumar\, provides an opportunity to travel to your own centre\, to find the stillness within and discover that your own inner nature is unchanging. \nThe retreat offers the unique opportunity to explore tools that will help you to truly find peace\, happiness\, clarity and perspective on the whole of life.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”2135″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]This silent meditation retreat offers a unique chance for you to go into a space of silence to begin or deepen your meditation practice depending on your previous experience. Held with long periods of silence over 9 days\, it will help you to let your mind rest and enjoy a different\, deeper kind of reflection and relaxation that will leave you wiser\, and more ready for the challenges of life. \nRenowned meditation teacher\, Swami Anandakumar\, takes a fresh and direct approach to meditation which is effective for both the beginner and advanced practitioner. The combination of ancient yoga techniques with well-timed\, intuitive guidance\, aimed at the modern mind\, helps each person to find their way to deeper levels of awareness through access to their own intuitive experience. \nThese meditation practices will be balanced with Hatha Yoga\, Yoga Nidra\, Karma Yoga\, Kirtan and Havan (fire ceremony) to actively encourage a self-explorative approach to meditation and provide a gentle way to balance the mind and realign the awareness toward your own inner nature. \nWith more than 35 years experience Sw. Anandakumar helps to bring harmony to meditation practice\, outlining a working ‘road map’ in order to harmonise any conflict with the body-mind and find your way forward. This allows your meditation practice to come from a place of inspiration rather than a feeling of obligation\, which is uplifting even as you begin to face up to yourself. It’s a jumping off point for a deeper self-discovery. \nThe focus of this inspiring retreat is on Awareness in Meditation. And it will help to answer some essential questions. \n\nWhat is meditation?\nWhat is its purpose?\nHow do we practise it properly?\nHow do we maintain our meditation practice\nWhat are the benefits that meditation can accrue for us in daily life?\n\nThis course is suitable:\n• For all sincere students\, seekers\, and spiritual adventurers.\n• To develop and extend your regular meditation practice of finding the answers within the self.\n• Each meditation experience is unique with the potential to go deeper each time. \nAnd if you are interested\, read our Blog 5 Reasons to attend a Silent Meditation Retreat written by Mahima who attended this retreat with Swami Anandakumar in India. \n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nThe Retreat Programme Includes\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]9 nights\, shared accommodation (unless camping)\, all meals and the full retreat programme. \n\n\n\nHatha Yoga classes\nGuided Meditation\nDaily Chanting\nKirtan (singing mantras to music)\nDaily Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation)\nKarma Yoga (action with meditative awareness\nFire Ceremony (Havan) and Chanting (healing sound vibration)\nPeriods of silence for reflection\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nAdditional Information\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Start Time: 10am onwards Friday 15th March – arrival/registration\nFinish Time: 11am Sunday 24th March \nComplimentary pick up: 5.45pm Thursday 14th March from Golden Bay Visitor Centre\nComplimentary drop off: 11am Sunday 24th March back to Golden Bay Visitor Centre\n \n\nDiscounts: A discounted rate of NZ$75 applies for the night before the retreat begins (14th March).\nSpecial Dietary Requirements: All meals provided are vegetarian. Vegan\, Dairy Free & Gluten Free can be provided for an additional NZ$15 Please advise us at time of booking.\nPrivate Sessions: Are unavailable for this event.\nPrivate rooms: Limited options are available on request\, subject to availability.\nCamping: Tent hire is available for an additional cost of NZ$30. Add this to your booking at checkout.\n\nFor more information or to request any extras\, please email us.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTeachers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”2122″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\nSwami Anandakumar teaches with a wisdom\, authenticity and generosity of spirit born out of over 35 years of practicing yoga and meditation. He encourages\, inspires and gently guides you. With his warm down-to-earth manner\, he makes the mystery of meditation clear and accessible. There comes a time when you realize that what you have been looking for doesn’t in fact lie in the places you’ve been looking. The mind can be tricky. It will present distractions and diversions along the way. With well-timed\, intuitive guidance Sw. Anandakumar can skillfully help you navigate these detours bringing you back to connection with awareness so your practice continues to deepen.\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”100″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna\, founding member and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat\, NZ\, is an engaging\, intuitive yoga teacher with more than 25 years of training and experience. She specialises in therapeutic applications of yoga\, yoga nidra relaxation and pranic practices and shares in a simple and practical way\, inspiring people to access and apply yogic practices in their own lives.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nExplore Other Retreats & Events\n[/vc_column_text]6-week ONLINE Nervous System Reset CourseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatJanuary 15\, 2026 @ 10:00 am - February 26\, 2026 @ 11:30 amLovefest 2026 – Golden Bay with Swami Karma KarunaHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatFebruary 13\, 2026 - February 15\, 2026Embracing Menopause GB 3.0 … from pause to powerHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 1\, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pmView All Retreats and Events [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/power-of-awareness-mar19
CATEGORIES:Anahata Retreats
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