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SUMMARY:Yogic Life Skills Extended Retreat - 4 weeks
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nRetreat Overview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]\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[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n [/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. \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]\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\n\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 21st Jan Dec 5.45pm Golden Bay Visitor Centre\nComplimentary drop off: Sunday 17th Feb 11am back to Golden Bay Visitor Centre \n\n Special 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 Lovefest 2026 - Golden Bay with Swami Karma Karuna\n\n \n February 13\, 2026 - February 15\, 2026 \n\n \n \n Book Now\n \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-jan19
CATEGORIES:Anahata Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190207
DTSTAMP:20251216T073134
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SUMMARY:Anahata at Luminate
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2787″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\n\nOverview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text color=”#ff9900″]\nWe’re very happy to announce that we will be returning to Luminate Festival from\n30th January – 6th February 2019\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Luminate is a vibrant New Zealand summer festival of cutting-edge live & electronic music\, visual & performing arts\, inspirational workshops\, pioneering innovations and environmental initiatives. \nOur stall will be based in the Village Market – providing a wide choice of healthy food & refreshments\, arts & crafts\, music and entertainment. \nWe will be bringing along a small crew from Anahata to teach traditional yogic practices to help bring your festival experience into balance. Practices include Asana\, Pranayama\, Yoga Nidra\, Havan\, Chanting\, Kirtan (devotional call and response chanting) and Meditation. \nOur sessions at Luminate are designed to give you a taster of these essential tools to help you see / fulfil your greatest potential and uncover your true nature. We hope to leave you feeling inspired to imbibe them into your everyday daily rythmn. This\, we’re confident will aid you to feel intuitively into the flow of life\, enabling you to enjoy a content and fulfilled life.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text color=”#ff9900″]\nAnahata Schedule of Events:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3793″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text color=”#ff9900″]\nFor full details of each event\, click here > \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text color=”#ff9900″]\nWe look forward to seeing you there!\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”2785″ alignment=”center”][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=”3549″ 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]\nFeaturing Special Guest\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”1947″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Prosad\, the ‘Jimi Hendrix of electric sitar’ is an international\, spiritual musician full of good vibrations. He’s a multi-instrumentalist and singer who has travelled the world sharing his unique blend of sitar\, guitar\, reggae and world music. Inspired by legends like George Harrison\, Prosad seeks to create a spiritual vibration in the mainstream music of his generation by blending Indian instruments with the western influences of rock\, reggae\, folk and blues. Find out more information about him here >[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][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]
URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/luminate
CATEGORIES:Anahata Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190211
DTSTAMP:20251216T073134
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SUMMARY:3 Day Sound Yoga Retreat & Bhakti Celebration
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nRetreat Overview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]Treat yourself this summer with three uplifting days of yoga\, sound meditation\, music\, creativity and percussion workshops along with kirtan chanting in beautiful Golden Bay. \n\n3 day Sound Yoga Retreat – Fri 8th – Sun 10th February \nIncluding our 1 day Bhakti Celebration – Saturday 9th February [/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”1953″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Our special guest Prosad alongside Swami Karma Karuna alongside other special guests\, present a 3 day journey into the heart of the devotional traditions. Sound\, rhythm and creativity workshops will feature throughout the weekend to soothe the soul and heal the body. Practices include yogic sound meditation\, Nada Yoga\, Hatha Yoga sound journey\, ancient devotional chanting and Kirtan. Set on a crystal mountain top 640m above sea level at the beautiful Anahata Yoga Retreat in Golden Bay\, New Zealand.\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”2031″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\nThe Retreat Programme Includes\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]2 nights\, shared accommodation (unless camping)\, all meals and the full retreat programme. \n\nSelection of music\, voice and sound workshops\nUnlocking your Artistic Creativity\nMusic Mantra & Self-transformation\nNada Yoga\nPercussion Workshop\nHatha Yoga Sound Classes\nYoga Nidra Deep Relaxation\nLots of Kirtan!\n\nThis fully catered 3 day retreat will feature a 1 day Bhakti Celebration on the Saturday. Workshops\, yoga\, music and beautiful food will fill the day and there will be an epic heart-opening 6 hour Ahkanda Kirtan chanting in the evening featuring International guest musicians. \nJoin us for the full three day program for an uplifting weekend of music and sound\, or just come for the Bhakti Celebration on Saturday singing powerful Kirtan into the night. \nFor more information on the Bhakti Celebration click here >[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nAdditional Information\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Start Time: from 10am Friday 8th Feb – arrival/registration\nFinish Time: 11am Sunday 10th Feb \nComplimentary pick up: 5.45pm Thursday 7th Feb Golden Bay Visitor Centre\nComplimentary drop off: 11am Sunday 10th Feb 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$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 NZ$30. Add this to your booking at checkout.\n\nFor more information or to request any extras\, please email us. \nA reminder to percussionists attending to remember to bring your instruments along with you for the workshop \nThere will also be the opportunity to go to a very special screening of the movie Mantra – Sounds into Silence on Sunday 10th February following the Retreat at The Sandcastle\, Haile Lane\, Pohara. \nFor more information: Movie Screening of Mantra – Sounds into Silence or go to our website listing \n \n [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nSpecial Guests & Teachers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”1947″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Prosad\, the ‘Jimi Hendrix of electric sitar’ is an international\, spiritual musician full of good vibrations. He’s a multi-instrumentalist and singer who has travelled the world sharing his unique blend of sitar\, guitar\, reggae and world music. Inspired by legends like George Harrison\, Prosad seeks to create a spiritual vibration in the mainstream music of his generation by blending Indian instruments with the western influences of rock\, reggae\, folk and blues. Find out more information about him here >[/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 amWelcome to 'Nervous System Reset' — a 6-week online learning experience that encourages your mind-body-connection. Lovefest 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. Embracing 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. View All Retreats and Events [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/sound-yoga-feb19
CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Anahata Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190210
DTSTAMP:20251216T073134
CREATED:20180709T220036Z
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UID:1604-1549670400-1549756799@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz
SUMMARY:1 Day Bhakti Celebration & Sound Yoga
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nRetreat Overview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]Join us at Anahata for a day devoted to Mantra Meditation\, music\, creativity and percussion workshops along with Kirtan chanting in beautiful Golden Bay. \nProsad\, Swami Karma Karuna\, as well as visiting musicians will be leading the event – taking you on a journey through the use of sound. \nThe Bhakti Celebration is part of the bigger 3 Day Sound Yoga Retreat which we recommend should you wish to fully immerse yourself in the event. If you’re unable to allow the time for the 3 day retreat\, we recommend the options below:[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”2029″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\nThe Options\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nFull Day Bhakti Celebration\nArrive: 9:30am\nEvent Close: 12am midnight \nIncludes: \n– Lunch & Dinner\n– Selection of music\, voice and sound workshops including a Sound Session with Prosad and Hatha Yoga Sound Journey with Sw. Karma Karuna.\n– Unlocking your Artistic Creativity\n– Music Mantra & Self-transformation\n– Nada Yoga\n– Yoga Nidra Deep Relaxation\n– Havan Fire Ceremony\n– Lots of Kirtan including a 6 hour Akhanda Kirtan \n \nPrice: NZ$ 108\n(add to your booking in extras section at checkout)\n \n\nHalf Day Bhakti Celebration\nArrive: 2pm\nEvent Close: 12am midnight \nIncludes: \n– Dinner\n– Selection of music\, voice and sound workshops including a Sound Session with Prosad and Hatha Yoga Sound Journey with Sw. Karma Karuna.\n– Havan Fire Ceremony\n– Lots of Kirtan including a 6 hour Akhanda Kirtan \nPrice: NZ$ 75\n(add to your booking in extras section at checkout)\n \n\nEvening Bhakti Celebration\nArrive: 6pm\nEvent Close: 12am midnight \nIncludes: \n– Havan Fire Ceremony\n– Lots of Kirtan including a 6 hour Akhanda Kirtan\n– No meals included \nPrice: NZ$ 25\n \n\n \nOvernight Camping Add-On Option – NZ$ 75\nIncludes 1 night camping\, Sunday morning Hatha Yoga class and Brunch. Bring your own tent. Pre-erected tent hire available subject to availability on request at an additional fee of $30. \n \nThere will also be the opportunity to go to a very special screening of the movie Mantra – Sounds into Silence on Sunday 10th February following the Bhakti Celebration at The Sandcastle\, Haile Lane\, Pohara. \nFor more information: Movie Screening of Mantra – Sounds into Silence or go to our website listing \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nSpecial Guests\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”1947″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Prosad\, the ‘Jimi Hendrix of electric sitar’ is an international\, spiritual musician full of good vibrations. He’s a multi-instrumentalist and singer who has travelled the world sharing his unique blend of sitar\, guitar\, reggae and world music. Inspired by legends like George Harrison\, Prosad seeks to create a spiritual vibration in the mainstream music of his generation by blending Indian instruments with the western influences of rock\, reggae\, folk and blues. Find out more information about him here >[/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=”101″ alignment=”center”][/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/1-day-bhakti-fest-feb19
CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Anahata Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190210T150000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190210T183000
DTSTAMP:20251216T073134
CREATED:20190121T045205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190127T214723Z
UID:3673-1549810800-1549823400@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz
SUMMARY:Movie Screening of Mantra - Sounds into Silence
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nMantra – Sounds into Silence\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]\n“Kirtan opens you up wider and your heart gets cracked open”\n– C C White\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3705″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]\nThe ONLY screening of the Movie Mantra – Sounds into Silence\, in Golden Bay this summer!\nIf you are devoted to Bhakti Yoga\, then we have an ENTIRE weekend dedicated to chanting\, kirtan & Sound Yoga in stunning Golden Bay including workshops\, classes & 6-hour Akhanda Kirtan and a Movie Screening. \nCheck out our other listings for more info on the 3-day Sound Yoga & Bhakti Celebration and 1-day Bhakti Celebration[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3830″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\nAlways been curious about the power of mantra\, meditation & chanting? Or perhaps you have already experienced the magic…?\nEither way\, you will enjoy this movie and hear from many people including Deva Premal\, Krishna Das\, MC Yogi\, Snatam Kaur & CC White on their journey through chanting. \nFollowing the movie screening\, there will be taste of Kirtan (mantra chanting) with special guests from Anahata Yoga Retreat & the Golden Bay Chanting Collective\, so bring your open hearts\, your singing voice and your dancing feet. \nThere will be Raffle Tickets for sale and the chance to win some amazing prizes. Many thanks to all the Golden Bay businesses that have generously donated to this fundraiser event for Katyayani\, one of our Marketing Goddesses to assist her with costs of ongoing healing treatment. The Raffle will be drawn at the end of the event.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3714″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nDetails\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n@ The Sandcastle Hall\, Haile Lane\, Pohara\nDoors Open: 2.45pm \nMovie Starts: 3pm \nRefreshments & Raffle Tickets: 4.30pm \nKirtan: 5pm \nRaffle drawn & Pizza 6pm \nThere will be delicious allergy friendly chai available & yummy bliss balls for sale both before the screening & after. All\, will be Gluten\, dairy\, sugar\, peanut\, soy & caffeine free. \nPlease bring something to sit on. There will be a few chairs & blankets available but if you can bring a chair\, beanbag\, yoga mat\, cushion or blanket to sit on and some extras if you have any spare. \nSteve has kindly offered to put the pizza oven on after the movie has screened especially for those travelling over the hill to be able to fuel up before their return journey home. BYO toppings and gluten free bases otherwise the rest will be provided.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTrailers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nInterested…? Check out the trailers below:\nhttps://vimeo.com/265043302 \nhttps://vimeo.com/265040915 \nhttps://vimeo.com/265042728 \n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]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/mantra-movie
CATEGORIES:Anahata Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190401
DTSTAMP:20251216T073134
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UID:3835-1550275200-1554076799@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz
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:20190225
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UID:2207-1550448000-1551052799@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz
SUMMARY:Explore Your 'Self' Yoga Retreat
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\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”]Begin your yogic journey and become immersed in the beauty and simplicity of a yogic lifestyle on our signature retreat. \nUse it as a stepping stone to our 4 week Yogic Life Skills Extended Retreat.[/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! \nThe Explore Your ‘Self’ retreats are also an easy-entry point for our longer\, 4 week Yogic Life Skills Extended Retreat. 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. \n [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader” color=”#dd9933″]\nThese Explore Your Self retreats are available most months throughout the year so check our calendar for more info.\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]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=”335″ 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 18th Feb 5.45pm Golden Bay Visitor Centre\nComplimentary drop off: Sunday 24th Feb 11am back to Golden Bay Visitor Centre \n\n Special 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: 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=”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][/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-feb19
CATEGORIES:Anahata Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190318
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UID:2244-1550448000-1552867199@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz
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][/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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190225
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UID:2809-1550707200-1551052799@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz
SUMMARY:Anahata at New Zealand's International Yoga Festival
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2815″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\n\nOverview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text color=”#ff9900″]\nJoin the evolution and enrich your self transformation at New Zealand’s International Yoga Festival from 21st – 24th February 2019\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTune in to Yoga\, Meditation\, Music\, Dance | Over 100 entertaining\, inspiring and thought provoking workshops & activities| Pop up Temple | Live music and performances on two great stages | Vegan food\n \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Rejuvenate yourself\, refine your practice and reset your clock for the year ahead in New Zealand’s most complete Yoga retreat in 20 acres of unspoiled native bush intriguingly hidden yet close to road and public transport on Auckland’s North Shore. \nExpand your wisdom\, experience authentic teachings\, embrace sacred rituals\, discover new mastery\, exciting range of entertaining\, inspiring and enlightening workshops and activities at next year’s event. \nWe’re excited to be involved again with this event. We will be bringing along a small crew from Anahata to teach you various ancient traditional yogic practices. These practices include Asana\, Pranayama\, Yoga Nidra and Meditation. \nCome and see us to connect in with your mind and body through breath and movement. All of our practices are centered around connecting in with yourself at a deeper level to help you uncover your true nature. We hope that this selection of ancient tools will help you deepen your daily sadhana to lift you into a higher state of being\, enabling you to feel intuitively into the flow of life – leaving you feeling content\, fulfilled and purposeful. \nOur schedule of workshops lead by Swami Karma Karuna is given below:[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3983″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\nFor full details of each event\, click here > \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text color=”#ff9900″]\nWe look forward to seeing you there!\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”2810″ alignment=”center”][vc_single_image image=”2811″ alignment=”center”][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][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][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_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/kpp-yoga-festival
CATEGORIES:Anahata Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20190227T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20190227T200000
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CREATED:20190131T044120Z
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UID:3857-1551288600-1551297600@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz
SUMMARY:Yoga of Presence\, Focus and Intuition
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nWorkshop Overview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n“Join local Rishis\, Nityabodha and Yogadiwali and visiting teacher\, Swami Karma Karuna from New Zealand in a unique opportunity to uplift your yoga and bring simple yoga attitudes and practices into your daily life. “ \n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3886″ alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Explore Ajna Chakra\, the eyebrow energy centre\, representing presence\, focus and intuition. Delve into this theme through Hatha Yoga\, Om Chanting Meditation\, inspirational theory and Kirtan. \nWith regular practice\, these techniques help to enhance clarity and expand the witness awareness\, developing the ability to embrace life more fully and live it with greater conscious choice. The practices also help us develop the right conditions to receive inspiration and knowledge from deep within. Intuitive insights transcend all mental processes and are simply a feeling or a vision that we know is just right. The outcome is an ability to manifest our personal vision. \nDuring this workshop gain skills and perspectives that can support you to move through daily life with more ease and motivation to navigate the spiritual path. \nWe conclude the evening with Kirtan – singing mantra in the ancient language of Sanskrit. The practice of heart-opening Kirtan is truly called a “super highway” to higher states of experience.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nAdditional Information\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Refreshments: Delicious chai will be available half an hour before the workshop starts. \nSuitable: For everybody. No experience required. \nWhat to bring: Please bring your yoga mat and favourite cushion. \nPrice: $50 (Early Bird paid by 20 Feb 2019 and Concession $40) \nLocation: ShantiDwara Yoga Temple\, Middle Pocket\, ( Byron Bay area)\, 2483 NSW Australia \nBookings essential for this event: Please call or txt Matarishvan on +61 0404351252. (Please\, let Matarishvan know if you need a further discount due to life circumstance).[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTeachers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3874″ alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Rishi Nityabodhananda Saraswati \nRishi Nityabodhananda is a Yogacharya (Master of yoga)\, a versatile\, experienced teacher and speaker on the subject of yoga. In the late 1960’s Nityabodhananda left a professional career and for many years studied under his guru Swami Satyananda in India. Over the years he has taught yoga classes and run seminars in many parts of the world. With a vast knowledge of all aspects of Yoga he is well known for his ability to relate original Yoga texts and render abstruse philosophies in a language that enthuses and enlightens Yoga aspirants. He has acquired a deep understanding of his subject and his classes are informative and enlightening. It is his wish that every student of yoga embarks on his or her own path of spiritual investigation and endeavour\, striving to go beyond the everyday external humdrum existence. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3875″ alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Rishi Yoga Diwali Saraswati \nRishi Yoga Diwali is an experienced yoga teacher and has always been a devoted spiritual seeker and a talented exhibiting artist. She brings the light of Yoga through symbol yantra mantra and divine form. She introduced a fresh approach to Yoga through her original Yoga and Art courses helping others to pursue imagination and visualisation as tools for relating to the sacred and divine within. Most of the illustrations and book covers of Bihar School Of Yoga\, the largest Yoga Institution of India\, are by her. \nHer classes are bright and cheerful\, energetic yet deep. Diwali’s experience of her connection with the divine within emanates from her as she teaches. Her creative ability helps people to visualise\, especially those who find visualisation difficult. She also has a deep understanding of others and knows intuitively what people need.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”100″ alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati \nSwami Karma Karuna is an engaging\, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher\, international speaker and writer with more than 25 years of training and experience. A Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology determined an interest in working with groups and individuals early in life. She specialises in a range or areas such as Yoga Nidra\, Restorative Yoga\, Prana\, Chakras\, Yoga Psychology and Women’s Health. Yearly visits to India to practice selfess service\, guide sadhana courses and learn from her spiritual inspirer\, Swami Niranjanananda\, give her food for thought and the push to keep growing! \nAlso a founding member and director of Anahata Yoga Health and Education Trust\, New Zealand\, Swami Karma Karuna is passionate about sharing a yogic lifestyle with aspirants from around the world.[/vc_column_text][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 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 moreView All Retreats and Events [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/yoga-of-presence-focus-and-intuition
LOCATION:ShantiDwara Yoga Temple\, Middle Pocket\, 2483 (Byron Bay area)\, NSW\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Anahata Retreats
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