Yoga Buffet - A Celebration of Abundance

September 27 @ 3:30 pm - 8:30 pm
BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Anahata Yoga Retreat - ECPv6.0.9//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Anahata Yoga Retreat REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20200404T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20200926T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20210403T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20210925T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20220402T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20220924T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20230401T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20230923T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20201227T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231201T170000 DTSTAMP:20251216T004807 CREATED:20201217T062101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T014323Z UID:8126-1609056000-1701450000@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Koha/Donation Online Yoga Classes DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/koha-donation-online-yoga-classes CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Anahata Retreats,Offsite Events,Online Courses,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/groupbolster-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230331 DTSTAMP:20251216T004807 CREATED:20221230T081911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T005925Z UID:10219-1672531200-1680220799@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:2023 Anahata Festival Schedule DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”10251″][vc_column_text]\n\nAnahata’s Swami Karma Karuna will be hosting two workshops at Nelson’s Evolve Festival.\nThis celebration of old customs and new ways to transform the health and wellbeing of individuals\, the community and the earth. Feed your mind\, soul\, heart – and tummy! Share knowledge about sustainable living\, hear inspirational leaders and visionary pioneers – and dance\, laugh and play. With so much on offer\, there is something for everyone. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Friday 27th January 7PM \nOpening Ceremony & Havan \nWe will be holding a havan (sacred fire ceremony) as part of the Evolve Festival opening ceremony \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Saturday 28th January 4-6pm / The Theatre \nRelease Old Patterns & Build New Brain Pathways \n95% of life is driven by unconscious programming learned as a child which influences our perception\, relationships\, life focus\, health and well-being. Learn the science and art of simple Mindfulness Meditation techniques and experience practices to release old patterns\, build new brain pathways and generate optimal mental\, physical and emotional health.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Sunday 29th January 4-6pm / Harvest Land \nThe Art and Science of Mindful Breathing \nExplore the art and science of mindful breathing including preparation movements and simple techniques for health\, energy and nervous system balance. The breath is a pinnacle of an optimal life and plays a role in all major spiritual systems. Be Inspired with simple ways to transform your life and take away practical tools for a conscious life. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”10254″][vc_column_text]\n\nAnahata’s Swami Karma Karuna will be hosting several workshops at Lunasa 2023\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTHURSDAY 2nd FEB // 9AM  \nWake Up and Energise Yoga – Karma Karuna Saraswati \nWake up\, activate your energy and balance your mind and body with traditional Hatha Yoga and\nBreathing practices. All bodies welcome. There will be guidance for those who need modifications\nto suit their needs.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nSATURDAY 4th FEB // 2-4PM // HAUORA \nResilience and Self Nourishment – Karma Karuna Saraswati \nStress is a leading cause of mental and physical health imbalances\, emotional challenges\, family\nand societal tensions.  Learn tools to stay balanced and build resilience. Enjoy a practical and\ntheoretical session to understand more about stress and resilience\, learn the simple science behind\nit and take away tools for nourishment and well-being at all levels.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nSATURDAY 4th FEB // 7PM / HAUORA \nKirtan – Anahata Yoga Retreat \nOpen your heart and clear your head with “kirtan”\, an active sound meditation. Join Anahata Yoga\nRetreat for joyful singing and dancing in this uplifting yoga practice of singing of transformative\nmantras.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nSUNDAY 5th FEB // 4-6PM // HAUORA \nConscious Relationships — Karma Karuna Saraswati \nLife is full of relationships–professional\, romantic\, family\, community; They can be a source of\nhappiness or challenge. Past conditioning\, present experiences and our self-view influences how\nwe connect to and communicate with others. Explore yogic practices that assist in positive\ncommunication skills and the ability to remain more balanced in relationships.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTHERAPEUTIC YOGA & PSYCHOLOGY 1:1 SESSIONS \nSwami Karma Karuna will be available for 1:1 health and healing sessions throughout the festival with books and yoga support products also available for purchase.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”10253″][vc_column_text]\n\nAnahata’s Swami Karma Karuna will be hosting a workshop at Yatra Festival\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nSATURDAY 25th FEB // 9.45-11am \nThe Power of Aum \nExplore the power of the universal mantra of AUM with Swami Karma Karuna.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nTeachers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna is a founding member and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat\, New Zealand. She is an engaging\, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher\, international speaker and writer with more than 25 years of training and experience in a range or areas. She brings real life experience\, years of building knowledge\, humility\, humour and compassion together to inspire students and share the transformative journey of teaching yoga and growth on the spiritual path. \nSwami Karma Karuna is a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider (YACEP)\, a IAYT Yoga Therapist\, a Senior Teacher of Yoga Australia and New Zealand as well as a Swami of the Bihar Yoga lineage. Her wide range of teaching includes yoga teacher trainings\, Continuing Education courses for various organizations\, international events and spiritual sadhana retreats around the world.[/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/new-zealand-festival-schedule-2023 CATEGORIES:Anahata Retreats,Offsite Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Anahata-Festivals.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230109 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230116 DTSTAMP:20251216T004807 CREATED:20221202T083533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221206T042553Z UID:10095-1673222400-1673827199@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Explore Your 'Self' Yoga Retreat DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/332595484″ align=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nRetreat Overview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]\n“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom”\n– Aristotle \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]Delve in to your yogic journey and become immersed in the beauty and simplicity of a yogic lifestyle on our signature retreat. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Give yourself the space and time to learn more about yourself in this holistic and practical introduction into the Yogic Lifestyle. Experience bringing together different yoga and meditation practices for an enhanced level of understanding. Receive a broad range of tools to take away with you in order to start supporting yourself through the hustle and bustle of life. \nThis is an opportunity for self-discovery and development in a supportive environment surrounded by some of the most stunning nature NZ has to offer. No previous yoga experience necessary – everybody is welcome! \nRead all about our Explore Your ‘Self’ retreats on the blog here.  Learn to live a more conscious life while increasing your knowledge and participation in a yogic lifestyle.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”10097″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\nThe Retreat Programme Includes\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]6 nights\, shared accommodation (unless camping)\, all meals and the full retreat programme. \n\n\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  \n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”10096″ alignment=”center”][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 9th January 6:10pm Golden Bay Visitor Centre\, where the Golden Bay Coachlines bus will drop you off if traveling to Takaka from Nelson.\nComplimentary drop off: Sunday 15th January 11am back to Golden Bay Visitor Centre\, where the Golden Bay Coachlines bus will pick you up from if traveling from Takaka to Nelson. \nInvestment*  \nStandard Price: NZD $1008\nCamping Price: NZD $950 \nEarly-Bird Discounted Price: NZD $900 – if full payment is made by 12th December 2022.\nEarly-Bird Discounted Price + Camping: NZD $840 \n*Prices include Shared Accommodation (unless Camping)\, all meals and the full Retreat Programme. \nLocals Discount**: Golden Bay Residents are eligible to receive 20% off this retreat. \n** Terms & Conditions Apply – This cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount or special offer. \n\nSauna and healing treatments are available. Please contact us to book an appointment in advance.\nPrivate Sessions: Private yoga and Therapeutic Consultations\, Bodywork and Nutritional Guidance are available by appointment. Click here to find out more.\nCamping: 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.\n\nTo book now\, please email us.\nThis retreat will also be available to attend in March 2023. For more info\, click here\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nTeachers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”10127″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\n\n\nSwami Karma Karuna\, lead trainer\, is a senior teacher of Yoga NZ\, Yoga Australia\, IAYT Yoga Therapist\, Yoga Alliance E-RYT 500 and YACEP registered. She offers 30 years of expertise delivered in a multi-faceted way using lectures\, PowerPoints\, practical experience\, group exercises\, personal reflection\, teaching practice\, readings\, latest research\, case studies and guided practices to take away. \n\n\n[/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/explore-your-self-jan-2023 CATEGORIES:Anahata Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/SQUARE-GRAPHICS.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230111T190000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230111T210000 DTSTAMP:20251216T004807 CREATED:20230104T104618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T105020Z UID:10233-1673463600-1673470800@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Yoga Nidra Online Taster Session DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nAbout the Seminar\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n\nJoin Swami Karma Karuna to experience the power of Yoga Nidra plus further insight into our upcoming Yoga Nidra and Restorative Practices Teacher Training taking place at Anahata Yoga Retreat . \nInvestment:\nThis offering is FREE but i you wish to offer koha\, you can make a donation here. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n  \nAdditional Information\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nJan 11\, 2023 07:00 (pm) NZDT \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/3597707590 \nMeeting ID: 359 770 7590 \n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nSwami Karma Karuna\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”10127″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\nSwami Karma Karuna is a highly experienced yoga and meditation teacher\, inspirational speaker\, writer and IAYT Certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience. Karuna specializes in a range or areas including restorative and therapeutic practices\, breathing techniques\, yoga psychology and women’s health. She is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat\, New Zealand and leads workshops\, trains yoga teachers and health professionals\, presents at international events and offers therapeutic one-to-one yoga sessions in person or online. \n  \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nExplore Other Gatherings\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 Gatherings [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/yoga-nidra-online-taster-session CATEGORIES:Anahata Retreats,Online Courses,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SQUARE-GRAPHICS.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR