Anahata Yoga Retreat

Yogic Life Skills Programme - 4 weeks
2019-10-28 - 2019-11-24
Are you looking to immerse yourself in a healthier,
more conscious environment while gaining valuable life skills?
Do you need opportunities for reflection, to connect with a simpler way of living and a break from the modern lifestyle?
Are you looking for self-development and growth?
Then this 4 week training programme will help you immensely.

This Yogic Life Skills Programme 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.

Retreat Overview
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.
The following 3 weeks of the Yogic Life Skills Programme take you a bit deeper, where you will cultivate these skills further.
During 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.
No previous yoga experience is necessary – everybody is welcome!
For 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.

These Yogic Life Skill Programmes are available throughout the year so check our calendar for more info.

The Retreat Programme Includes

27 nights, shared accommodation (unless camping) with vegetarian meals and full retreat programme.

The 4-week programme offers:

The introductory Explore Your Self Retreat makes up the first week
The following 3 weeks allow you to immerse yourself in an inspiring yogic lifestyle
Being part of a community, living a life of simplicity, mindfulness and service to support the growth and well-being of all
Supported introduction to new areas of growth, responsibility and learning in a supported and accepting environment
3 healthy vegetarian meals per day, with brunch and dinner on Sundays

Mentorship & life skills development in areas such as:

Healthy cooking and kitchen management
Organic gardening and landscape design
Maintenance and eco building
Admin and office assistance
Caring for a small retreat centre

Regular weekly schedule including:

Hatha yoga classes
Small group discussions
Guided meditation
Daily chanting
Kirtan (singing mantras to music)
Daily Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation)
Karma Yoga (action with meditative awareness)
Fire Ceremony (Havan) and Chanting (healing sound vibration)

Additional Information
Start Time: 5pm onwards Monday – arrival/registration
Finish Time: 11am Sunday
Complimentary pick up: Monday 28th Oct 6:10pm Golden Bay Visitor Centre, where the Golden Bay Coachlines bus will drop you off if traveling to Takaka from Nelson.
Complimentary drop off: Sunday 24th Nov 11am back to Golden Bay Visitor Centre, where the Golden Bay Coachlines bus will pick you up from if traveling from Takaka to Nelson.

Special Dietary Requirements: All meals provided are vegetarian. Vegan, Dairy Free & Gluten Free can be provided for an additional NZD $10 per week. Please add this to your booking at checkout.
Private Sessions: Private yoga and Therapeutic Consultations, Bodywork and Nutritional Guidance are available by appointment. Click here to find out more.
Private rooms: Limited options are available on request, subject to availability.
Camping: Tent hire is available for an additional cost of NZD $30. If interested in hiring a tent, please enquire with us at the time of booking as we have a limited amount available.

For more information or to request any extras, please email us.
Teachers
Anahata Teachers – we have an ever-changing group of visiting and resident teachers at Anahata. All are well trained and knowledgeable in their field, and they will lead you through this retreat in a respectful and gentle manner, inspiring you to go deeper and explore what you find.

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