BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Anahata Yoga Retreat - ECPv6.0.9//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Anahata Yoga Retreat 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 BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20240406T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20240928T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20250405T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20250927T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250314 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250318 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20241218T015209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T234052Z UID:12584-1741910400-1742255999@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Reconnect & Thrive: Yoga\, Meditation & Deep Ecology Retreat at Shambhala DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We warmly invite you to join us for Reconnect & Thrive: our Yoga\, Meditation & Deep Ecology Retreat\, a unique 4-day journey dedicated to nurturing your body\, mind and spirit. \nIn these times of busy lives\, ongoing change and many possibilities\, we gather to recharge and reconnect. This will support you to extend your competencies in resilient personal wellbeing\, relating\, creativity\, courage\, and inspired\, regenerative action\, so you can thrive and bring forth your unique gifts. \nYou will be guided by us as experienced facilitators\, Inna Alex and Swami Karma Karuna\, who offer a synergistic blend of deep ecology and traditional yogic practices\, including asana\, pranayama\, Yoga Nidra\, meditation\, nature connection\, poetry\, ritual\, and song. We have crafted a transformative journey to deepen your connection with yourself\, others\, and all life\, to go forth with renewed clarity and inspiration. \nOur retreat offers a balanced immersion into traditional yogic practices as well as gentle enquiry into the nature of being alive on Earth at this time. Set in a stunning natural environment\, this retreat promises to be a sanctuary for healing and growth. \nWe hope to share this enriching experience with you\, as we take part in the healing of our world.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nVenue\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Shambhala Eco Retreat – Onekaka\, Golden Bay \nShambhala is set on acres of stunning native bush\, with peaceful\, secluded gardens\, tea houses\, Buddha statues and walks around the property and down to the private beach. A great place to explore during your free time! The hall has windows the whole way along and looks out over the Bay – it is constructed of cedar\, Cyprus and pine that were grown on the property. Our kitchen is warm and welcoming and well stocked with yummy treats and drinks and there are plenty of spaces for reflection and connection. The rooms are simple and there’s a mixture of 3-/4-share\, double and twin rooms (rooms will be allocated on a 1st in basis and we will do our best to meet your preference). There’s plenty room for camping. \nShambhala is a real gem. - A perfect location for our retreat.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nInvestment\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]”Full ticket PLUS”\, including sponsorship for subsidized tickets: $690 \n“Full ticket”: $590 \n“Early Bird Full Ticket” (book by 15 Feb’25) $550 \n“Student/65+yrs/subsidized”: $490 \n“Early Bird Student/65+yrs/subsidized” (book by 15 Feb’25) $450 \nBOOKINGS require a $190 deposit (refundable until 10 days prior the event\, non-refundable if cancelled less then 10 days prior the event). Bring remainder in cash. \nYour ticket covers admin fee\, shared accommodation or camping\, all meals and the full retreat programme.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nAdditional Information\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]For more information about this retreat\, you can go email Inna directly or go to InnaEvolution’s website. \nAnd if you are ready to book in\, you can do so here.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nFacilitators\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInna Alex is a passionate community organizer\, environmental educator\, and yoga teacher with 15 years of experience facilitating Deep Ecology workshops across New Zealand. With a background in environmental management\, she brings her expertise in land-based and community living from the vibrant Tui Community in Golden Bay\, NZ.n to earth approach\, weaving together the ancient practices with a touch of psychology and brain science aimed at motivating people to live their yoga here and now. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSwami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an engaging\, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher\, inspirational speaker\, writer and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience in the yoga field including significant training in Nepal and India and ongoing training in the ashram with her teachers. \nShe is also certified by Yoga Alliance and is a senior teacher of Yoga Australia/New Zealand. A Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology determined an early interest in working with groups and individuals. Swami Karma Karuna specialises in a range or areas such as Yoga Nidra\, Restorative Yoga\, Prana\, Chakras\, Yoga Psychology and Women’s Health. She is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat\, New Zealand and travels throughout the world\, leading workshops\, training yoga teachers\, presenting at international events\, guiding spiritual sadhana retreats and offering therapeutic one to one yoga sessions. \nSwami Karma Karuna is passionate about sharing an authentic and down to earth approach\, weaving together the ancient practices with a touch of psychology and brain science aimed at motivating people to live their yoga here and now. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text]Private Sessions Available [/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/reconnect-thrive-yoga-meditation-deep-ecology-retreat-at-shambhala CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Anahata Retreats,Offsite Events,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Yoga-Deep-Ecology-Retreat-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250308 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250310 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20250128T072012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T000500Z UID:12742-1741392000-1741564799@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Nelson Yoga Festival DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nJoin Swami Karma Karuna at the Nelson Yoga Festival\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna and the Anahata team return to he Nelson Yoga Festival and will be offering 3 workshops. Private sessions with Swami Karma Karuna are also available.\n \n \nAnahata Stall at Nelson Yoga Festival \nCome visit the Anahata Stall to chat with Swami Karma Karuna and Anahata representatives \nEnrich and support your journey with yoga products including Books\, Shakti Mats\, Malas and more and you can find out about Swami Karma Karuna’s upcoming events. \nFor more info or to book tickets\, head to the Nelson Yoga Festival website.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nWorkshops\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nPower of Aum Mantra with Swami Karma Karuna \nSaturday 3:45-4:45 Yoga Space One\n \nDelve into the history\, science\, and spiritual capacity of the AUM Mantra. Experience different ways to chant this potent mantra and join in on a powerful collective sound meditation. Feel the change in your brain waves\, the flow of energy within your body and experience the benefits of using mantra to clear the mind\, support nervous system balance\, enhance healing and activate a state of meditation.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nAwaken Energy with Mudras and Pranayama with Swami Karma Karuna\n\nSunday 12:00—1:15 Yoga Space Three \nDiscover the therapeutic\, pranic\, and spiritual benefits of mudras- yogic gestures and breathwork. Learn to activate\, direct and conserve energy through mudras\, and explore the influence of different pranayama techniques to energise\, balance\, and calm the mind and nervous system. Enhance your brain function\, vitality\, and meditative states\, leaving you with practical tools to enrich your yoga practice and overall well-being. \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTake it Slow Restorative into Yoga Nidra with Mantradhara\n\nSunday 4:00—5:15 Yoga Space Two \nYoga Nidra is yogic sleep\, the state between wakefulness and sleep induced by guided meditation. Finding Divinity within\, calming nervous system\, mind and body; and deep self-healing. Please bring mat\, warm clothes\, blankets any props needed for under knees when lying down and a flat pillow if needed.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nPrivate Sessions\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Chakra Psychology and Yoga Therapy Sessions with Swami Karma Karuna \nSpecial Festival Prices available \n\nExplore yourself from the view of the Chakra System\, learn how the flow or block may influence your physical and mental health. Practices to support yourself with be given.\nReceive a carefully curated personal program\nTake the opportunity to ask questions about your health\, life\, spiritual path\nGet Yogic Health guidance and Lifestyle Coaching\nReceive Mentorship for Yoga and Meditation teachers\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Sign up at stall or pre-book: omsatyam@anahata-retreat.org.nz[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an engaging\, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher\, inspirational speaker\, writer and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience in the yoga field including significant training in Nepal and India and ongoing training in the ashram with her teachers. \nShe is also certified by Yoga Alliance and is a senior teacher of Yoga Australia/New Zealand. A Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology determined an early interest in working with groups and individuals. Swami Karma Karuna specialises in a range or areas such as Yoga Nidra\, Restorative Yoga\, Prana\, Chakras\, Yoga Psychology and Women’s Health. She is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat\, New Zealand and travels throughout the world\, leading workshops\, training yoga teachers\, presenting at international events\, guiding spiritual sadhana retreats and offering therapeutic one to one yoga sessions. \nSwami Karma Karuna is passionate about sharing an authentic and down to earth approach\, weaving together the ancient practices with a touch of psychology and brain science aimed at motivating people to live their yoga here and now.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/nelson-yoga-festival CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Offsite Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Nelson-Yoga-Festival.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250302 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250304 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20250122T074243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T084314Z UID:12664-1740873600-1741046399@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:HAWKES BAY Events with Swami Karma Karuna DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nJoin Swami Karma Karuna for a couple of days of events with her visit to Hawkes Bay…\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]She starts her visit to Hawkes Bay on Sunday morning with her workshop Unveiling Your Authentic Self – a Journey Through the Chakras & Elements followed by an Akhanda Kirtan with the Hawkes Bay Kirtan Collective\n \nOn Monday\, take the opportunity to book in for a private Yoga Therapy session and learn more about how develop or maintain balance in your life with the A Journey to Balance MASTERCLASS on Monday evening. \nFor more details on all offerings\, continue reading below.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nUnveiling Your Authentic Self – a Journey Through the Chakras & Elements\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Join Swami Karma Karuna for a deep exploration of self for a journey through the elements within and around us at The Yoga Space in Hastings.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Through the intricate tapestry of the chakras and elements\, you will engage in theory\, Hatha Yoga\, Yoga Nidra deep relaxation\, and a Yantra and Mantra Meditation. These practices are designed to not only deepen your self-awareness but also provide you with practical tools to enrich your daily life. \nTHE CHAKRAS \nDive into the world of chakras energy and the 5 elements\, unraveling the layers of your being and unveiling our authentic self. Through Hatha Yoga and Yoga Nidra\, you will harmonise your body and mind\, cultivating a sense of balance and vitality. Guided to connect with your inner wisdom and tap into the transformative power of stillness.\n\n \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTHE ELEMENTS [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nOur exploration the elements to recognise and harness the energies of earth\, water\, fire\, air\, and ether within yourself and in the natural world around you. Chanting to elevate your vibrations and open your heart\, with the introduction of yantra to introduce you to sacred geometric symbols that can enhance your spiritual growth.\n\n\n\n\nAllow yourself to be guided\, supported\, and inspired as you unveil the depths of your true nature and embrace the authentic self that resides within.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nWhen: Sunday\, 2nd of March \nTime: 10am-1pm\nWhere: The Yoga Space\, Hastings\n \nPrice: Early Bird $60 (pay in full by 20th of February)\, $75\nBOOK HERE: Rachel Chapman circleofyoganz@gmail.com\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nAkhanda Kirtan\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Hawke’s Bay Kirtan collective invites you to Yoga of Sound – Akhanda Kirtan hosted by the Hawke’s Bay Kirtan Collective and special guest Swami Karma Karuna.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Join us for Hawkes Bay’s first Akhanda Kirtan\, a journey into the power of sound and mantra. Experience peace and uplifting joy through this ancient practice of Bhakti yoga. \n\nCalm the mind\nRelease stress and worries\n4hrs of continuous group mantra chanting\nDiscover the positive influence of Kirtan on the whole personality\n\nDo I need to come for the whole 4 hours? It’s possible to attend part of the afternoon; However\, full participation is a key component of Akhanda Kirtan\, as it allows one to deepen their experience of the practice. \nRefreshments: Chai will be available throughout the afternoon\, please bring a plate for the table to share with others in the group.\nDo I need to be able to sing? Kirtan is an important aspect of yoga. Just as rasgula [an Indian sweet] is incomplete without sugar\, so yoga is also incomplete without kirtan. Kirtan is not religious chanting\, nor is it just singing one word many times. It is a part of nada yoga\, the yoga of sound\, in which you produce sound waves and follow them with your awareness. By singing kirtan you are able to withdraw yourself from the body and your external environment. You are travelling by the jet of emotions\, therefore\, you do not confront the mind at all.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n“In raja yoga you have to fight the mind\, but in kirtan you bypass the mind” Swami Satyananda Saraswati\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]When : March 2nd Time: 4-8pm \nWhere: Keirunga Garden Homestead\, Havelock North \nPrice: $25 \nFor more info or to book: Rachel Chapman circleofyoganz@gmail.com[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nPrivate Yoga Therapy Sessions\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Private Sessions\, One to One Yoga Therapy\, Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy with Swami Karma Karuna[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna utilises wisdom and techniques drawn from an integral Yogic Therapy approach as well as Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy Training Program\, alongside years of experience\, to guide you through a transformative personal process. She draws on the experience of teaching and mentoring people from around the world\, including yoga and meditation teachers and has expertise in Chakra Psychology\, Women’s Health and working with the Nervous System. \nSession may take the form of: \n\nA carefully curated personal program\nAn opportunity to ask questions about your health\, life\, spiritual path\nA Somatic Trauma Therapy Session to explore and shift past traumas stored in the body and nervous system\nYogic Health and Lifestyle Coaching\nMentorship for Yoga and Meditation teachers\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n\nWhen : March 3rd Time: 11am-4pm \nWhere: At The Yoga Space\, Hastings \nPrice: 60 mins $120\, 90 mins $155 \nEmail omsatyam@anahata-retreat.org.nz for a booking \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nA Journey to Balance MASTERCLASS \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Embark on a transformative 2 -hour Master Class to harmonise your inner equilibrium\, designed for those seeking serenity and stability in today’s fast-paced world. Led by the esteemed Swami Karma Karuna\, this session delves into the art of balancing yoga postures\, the science and art of harmonising your nervous system\, and nurturing resilience with gentle restorative practices.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Explore this topic both from the modern view of working with the parasympathetic (rest and recharge) and sympathetic (activate) arms of your nervous system as well as from the ancient wisdom of yoga\, by delving into the interplay of Ida and Pingala\, or the moon and sun energies within. \nDiscover the synergy between activation and relaxation\, using the rebound effect to cultivate a profound inner balance. Experience the power of Nadi Shodhana Balancing Pranayama\, a calming Yoga Nidra\, and a short meditation that will leave you rejuvenated and centered. \nLearn to navigate life’s challenges with resilience by understanding when to push your limits and when to find solace in rest. Join us to unlock the synergy of your inner sun and moon\, and leave feeling recharged and ready to embrace life with renewed balance and harmony. Enroll today and begin your transformative journey[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Monday 3rd of March \nTime: 6-8:00pm \nWhere: The Yoga Space\, Hastings \nPrice: Early Bird $40 (pay in full by 20th of February)\, $50 \nBOOK HERE: Rachel Chapman circleofyoganz@gmail.com[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTeacher\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an engaging\, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher\, inspirational speaker\, writer and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience in the yoga field including significant training in Nepal and India and ongoing training in the ashram with her teachers. \nShe is also certified by Yoga Alliance and is a senior teacher of Yoga Australia/New Zealand. A Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology determined an early interest in working with groups and individuals. Swami Karma Karuna specialises in a range or areas such as Yoga Nidra\, Restorative Yoga\, Prana\, Chakras\, Yoga Psychology and Women’s Health. She is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat\, New Zealand and travels throughout the world\, leading workshops\, training yoga teachers\, presenting at international events\, guiding spiritual sadhana retreats and offering therapeutic one to one yoga sessions. \nSwami Karma Karuna is passionate about sharing an authentic and down to earth approach\, weaving together the ancient practices with a touch of psychology and brain science aimed at motivating people to live their yoga here and now.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/hawkes-bay-events-with-swami-karma-karuna CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Offsite Events,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Hawkes-Bay-Events.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250228 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250304 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20241209T221916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T055952Z UID:12545-1740700800-1741046399@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Swami Karma Karuna at Yatra Festival DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\n\nSwami Karma Karuna will return to Yatra Festival this Summer.\n \nYatra Opening Ceremony- A Havan for Healing and Transformation / guided by Swami Karma Karuna \nFriday 4:45pm \nJoin in a Havan Fire Ceremony\, based on Yajna\, an ancient Vedic ritual\, involving the offering of various substances into a consecrated fire while reciting specific mantras. Each offering symbolizes an intention or prayer for healing and well-being. The smoke that arises from the fire is believed to carry these intentions to the Divine realm. \nThe Maha Mritunjaya mantra is a revered chant invoking the qualities of Shiva\, the first Yogi; It supports the practitioner to elevate consciousness\, develop non-attachment and encourages transformation and healing. This mantra enlivens the power to overcome physical\, mental\, and spiritual ailments as well as aims to purify the environment and promote positive energy. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text text_align=”center”]\n\n\nॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम् उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान् मृत्योर्मुक्षीय माऽमृतात् ॥ \nOm Tryambakam Yajamahe\nSugandhim Pushti-Vardhanam\nUrvarukamiva Bandhanan\nMrityor Mukshiya Maamritat \n \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n\nInner Resilience Yoga and Mindfulness Workshop / with Swami Karma Karuna \nSaturday 10:15-11:45 am\n \nDiscover your innate resilience in this empowering workshop. In these challenging times\, our ability to adapt and thrive is essential. Learn how yogic tools and mindfulness can equip you with ways to navigate stress and bounce back from adversity. This session combines engaging theory\, practices\, and self-reflection exercises to help you cultivate resilience. You’ll explore how to harness the relaxation response and strengthen your body\, mind\, and nervous system. Gain insights into returning to your center and responding creatively to life’s challenges. Join us on this journey to unlock your resilience and find new pathways to balance and harmony. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n\nYatra is a collaborative community of creative and expressive souls\, that together manifest a yearly festival in the infamous Golden Bay\, New Zealand. A tribe of humans gathering together for deep connections to our earth through art\, adventure\, music\, dance and spiritual experiences working together to create a beautiful shared existence. \nFor more details about the festival & to book your tickets go to the Yatra website here \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTeacher\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSwami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an engaging\, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher\, inspirational speaker\, writer and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience in the yoga field including significant training in Nepal and India and ongoing training in the ashram with her teachers. \nShe is also certified by Yoga Alliance and is a senior teacher of Yoga Australia/New Zealand. A Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology determined an early interest in working with groups and individuals. Swami Karma Karuna specialises in a range or areas such as Yoga Nidra\, Restorative Yoga\, Prana\, Chakras\, Yoga Psychology and Women’s Health. She is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat\, New Zealand and travels throughout the world\, leading workshops\, training yoga teachers\, presenting at international events\, guiding spiritual sadhana retreats and offering therapeutic one to one yoga sessions. \nSwami Karma Karuna is passionate about sharing an authentic and down to earth approach\, weaving together the ancient practices with a touch of psychology and brain science aimed at motivating people to live their yoga here and now. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/swami-karma-karuna-at-yatra-festival CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Offsite Events,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Yatra_Workshop_PP_SwamiKarmaKaruna2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250221 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250224 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20241204T060636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T074412Z UID:12426-1740096000-1740355199@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Kapiti Coast Events with Swami Karma Karuna DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nJoin Swami Karma Karuna for a weekend of events…\nShe starts her visit to Kapiti on Friday evening with Kirtan Chai & Satsang together with the Kapiti Kirtan Collective. On Saturday\, take the opportunity to book in for a private Yoga Therapy session and later on in the day you can join the Practice of Havan Workshop. On Sunday afternoon\, learn more at the Developing Resilience workshop. \nFor more details on all offerings\, continue reading below.\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nDeveloping Resilience Workshop\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]A Sunday afternoon focused on practical ways to develop resilience and manage daily life through yoga practices. Held at The Lotus Yoga Centre\, in Paraparaumu.\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This will include: \n\nrestorative practices\nmantra\ntraditional tantra (attitude of embracing everything for our spiritual growth).\n\n\nYou will learn when to up regulate or down regulate your nervous system as well as discovering how to better integrate your spiritual life into your everyday activities.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nBookings\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nWorkshop $75 or $55 Early Bird (ends 30th January)\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nFor all bookings & enquiries please contact Adhyatma on adhyatma108@gmail.com or 021 0548 756.\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nKirtan\, Chai & Satsang\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna will also be at The Treehouse in Raumati South with the Kapiti Kirtan Collective on Friday 21st February 7-9pm for Kirtan\, Chai & Satsang. \nShe has recently returned from the Ashram in India feeling inspired and ready to share the wisdom of her lineage. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]All welcome\, no experience necessary. $25[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nThe Practice of Havan Workshop\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Saturday 22nd Feb\, 1-5PM | The Treehouse\, 21 Clunie Avenue\, Raumati South\n\nIn this 3 hour workshop-space we will co-create our own havan from scratch and it is an opportunity to deepen your existing practice of havan. \n\nTogether we will … \n\nlearn about the protocols and wisdom underpinning the practice\ndelve into the science of ritual\, how and why it works\nlearn about the sacred herbs for the fire\nwork together\, taking responsibility for a key role for the Havan\, such as chopping wood for the fire\, creating the ghee for the fire\, making the prasad (sweet offering)\, setting up the havan space\, flowers\, incense\, and sacred water\, honouring the directions\nuse the tikka/tilak/kumkum practice (the third eye red dot)\nlearn the Ganapati Stotram\, Agni Mantra and the Poorna hurti mantra that is used for all Havans\nand finally\, experience the Havan\, chanting 108 rounds of a simple mantra\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nThere will be space afterwards to sit quietly and reflect on your experience and to ask any questions that may arise from this practice. \nWe will provide recordings of the mantras for you to take away and learn. \nThis workshop is perfect for beginner and experienced havan participants alike. You will get exactly what you need to receive. \nSuggested koha $15-$45 (please don’t let finances deter you from coming; pay what you can afford. If you can reach further up the scale\, this will support others to attend and make future offerings sustainable for us to host). \nRSVP by emailing wellingtonkirtan@gmail.com to book in. Pre-bookings appreciated so that we know numbers in advance. \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nPrivate Sessions with Swami Karma Karuna\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Take the opportunity to have a tailored private Yoga Therapy session with Swami Karma Karuna on Saturday 22nd February. \nFor more info on private sessions click here[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]For all bookings & enquiries please contact Adhyatma on adhyatma108@gmail.com or 021 0548 756.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTeacher\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n\n\n\n\nSwami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an engaging\, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher\, inspirational speaker\, writer and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience in the yoga field including significant training in Nepal and India and ongoing training in the ashram with her teachers. \nShe is also certified by Yoga Alliance and is a senior teacher of Yoga Australia/New Zealand. A Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology determined an early interest in working with groups and individuals. Swami Karma Karuna specialises in a range or areas such as Yoga Nidra\, Restorative Yoga\, Prana\, Chakras\, Yoga Psychology and Women’s Health. She is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat\, New Zealand and travels throughout the world\, leading workshops\, training yoga teachers\, presenting at international events\, guiding spiritual sadhana retreats and offering therapeutic one to one yoga sessions. \nSwami Karma Karuna is passionate about sharing an authentic and down to earth approach\, weaving together the ancient practices with a touch of psychology and brain science aimed at motivating people to live their yoga here and now. \n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/developing-resilience-workshop-kapiti-coast LOCATION:The Lotus Centre\, Paraparaumu\, Kapiti Coast CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Offsite Events,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ANAHATA-Social-Media-Posts.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250111T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250111T210000 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20241209T220339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T221202Z UID:12535-1736586000-1736629200@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Anahata at EVOLVE in a DAY - Nelson DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Anahata Team is excited to be joining in on the EVOLVE in a DAY festival on 11th January 2025. \nSiddheswhari & Mantradhara will both be in attendance offering you a variety of yoga practices\, sessions & we will also have our stall onsite. Come chat to the team\, purchase some books\, MP3’s / CD’s from our shop or maybe even sing some kirtan and enjoy some chai & blissballs. \nMore details to come soon on our sessions. \nFor more details about the festival itself & to book your tickets go to the Evolve website here[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna will also be at Yatra Festival this Summer from 28th Feb – 3rd March 2025. \nMore details to come soon on her sessions & offerings \nFor more details about the festival itself & to book your tickets go to the Yatra website here[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/anahata-at-evolve-in-a-day-nelson CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Offsite Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Evolve.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241029T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241207T170000 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20240304T053913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T220356Z UID:11389-1730188800-1733590800@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:India Retreat 2024 DESCRIPTION:Tattwa Shuddhi Sadhana: A Journey of Elemental Purification\n\nRikhiapeeth Ashram\, India \nThe Tattwa Shuddhi course will be led by Swami Karma Karuna under the direct guidance of Swami Satyasangananda Saraswati\, the Peethadhishwari of Rikhiapeeth Ashram. \nTattwa Shuddhi is a dynamic meditation rooted in the Tantric Tradition. It is designed to cleanse and harmonize the tattwas or elements within the practitioner’s body. The process involves asanas (postures)\, pranayama (breathing exercises)\, the chakras (energy centres)\, mantras (sacred sounds)\, yantras (geometrical forms) and meditations. The course will also include theory and offer a well-balanced approach with practical applications for your daily life. \nThe word tattwa denotes the different principles or factors which comprise our embodied personality. Tattwa also signifies ‘that-ness’ and refers to the Reality which underlies our embodiment. The five fundamental elements that constitute the human body and the universe are Earth (Prithvi)\, Water (Apas)\, Fire (Agni)\, Air (Vayu)\, and Ether/Space (Akasha). \nThe word shuddhi literally means ‘purification’\, but in the context of the practice we can understand the word to mean ‘exploration’. Therefore\, Tattwa Shuddhi can be translated as a practice or exploration of the different dimensions of our existence to reveal what we are in Essence. \nRetreat participants will be introduced\, step by step\, to the different facets and stages of Tattwa Shuddhi. It is a process of exploring\, refining and expanding the idea of who we are by dissolving the imbalanced facets of the mind and unconscious conditioning which keep us locked in unhealthy patterns of being. The practice leads one to the stillness within\, bringing clarity of mind\, and receptivity; opening the practitioner up to the fullest potential. \nThe course is held in a traditional ashram environment offering integration into ashram life programs such as special rituals\, chanting and seva (selfless service). \n\nOption 1: Diwali: Festival of Lights Celebration & Tattwa Shuddhi Sadhana ~18 nights\n29th October – 15th November\n\nIncludes: Hotel in Kolkata\, Travel to the Ashram\, Diwali Celebration & Tattwa Shuddhi Program at Rikhiapeeth Ashram \nNZ $2\,995*\n\n\n\n Option 2 : Diwali\, Tattwa Shuddhi\, Ashram Immersion & Sat Chandi Mahayajna ~ 39 nights\n29th October – 7th December\n\n\nIncludes: Hotel in Kolkata\, Travel to the Ashram\, Diwali Celebration\, Tattwa Shuddhi Program\, Sat Chandi Maha Yajna & Ashram Lifestyle Stay at Rikhiapeeth Ashram \nNZ $3\,495*\n\n\nAbout Diwali – The Festival of Light\n\n\n\n\nThis auspicious time of year\, considered to be the Hindu New Year\, symbolizes the spiritual victory of light over darkness\, good over evil\, and knowledge over ignorance. Associated with Lakshmi\, the Goddess of Abundance & Prosperity\, Diwali is a time for sharing\, giving\,and savoring the sweetness of life. Havan and Pooja are performed to open our energy to the universal grace of giving and receiving with equanimity\, to become selfless in our actions\, and to dedicate our lives to the benefit of all. On the eve of Diwali the Ashram becomes radiant with the light of thousands of candles representing how our own inner light becomes magnified when in the company of other luminous souls.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Sat Chandi Mahayajna – Celebrating God as the Mother \n\nGoddess Chandi\, a form of Durga\, is said to be the remover of negativity from the world. She represents the universe itself. This energy is invokedto dispel the negative forces that limit and contract us so that we may be fully open to the experience of abundance. This 5 day yajna celebration is dedicated to the Cosmic energy\, Shakti\, and holds the greatest significance in terms of the history and tradition of Rikhiapeeth. Started in 1995\, the Sat Chandi Mahayajna became a means of reaching out to countless families from the surrounding villages; to spread the blessings of peace\, plenty and prosperity in each home and family. Participating in the distribution prasad to thousands of villagers over the 5 days is the highlight of this festival. \n\n\n\n“Yajnas confer peace\, plenty and prosperity through the medium of divine energy that is invoked by mantra and ritual… It is not asana or pranayama or Dhyana…this is yajna\, where the mind\, intellect and intelligence have no role to play. In this situation child-like innocence and spontaneity pay higher dividends than intellect.” Swami Satsangi \n\n\n\n\n\n About Ashram Life\n\n\n\nIntegrate the experience of Tattwa Shuddhi by immersing yourself in the daily activities of the ashram\, by practicing Karma Yoga / Seva alongside the ashram residents. The basis of ashram life is selfless service. The ashram lifestyle reveals to us how to become free from the dictates of the mind and regain control over our life. In today’s day and age this has become most relevant\, as the ashram lifestyle makes us aware of our immense potential and enables us to give that a constructive direction. We learn to direct and expand the mind by adopting the spirit of selfless service\, which in turn blossoms in our life as creativity and excellence in thought\, word\, and deed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nWe are offering 4 online Q & A & practice sessions & about our India Retreat\, check out sessions here [ONLINE] India Q&A\, [ONLINE] Chakras & Tattwas: Hatha Yoga and Meditation Masterclass\, [ONLINE] Practice\, Presentation & India Q&A and [ONLINE] Purification through the Chakras & Tattwas \n$950 NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT is due at the time of booking in order to secure your space.\nEARLY BIRD: 10% Discount: Ends 25th July 2024 use code INDIA10\n\n \n\nBookings Close & Payment in Full due: 31st August 2024\n \nFrom 1st October ALL PAYMENTS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE\nCancellations received after 31st August and before 1st October 2024 are refunded 50%\nof full payment minus the deposit.\n \nA limited number of Scholarships are available. Please contact us for more information and an application.\n\n\nView the Itinerary Options and Inclusions HERE \n\nSound like an adventure for you? Please register your interest via email: indiaretreat@anahata-retreat.org.nz \n\n\n\n*All participants are responsible for international flights to/from India\, any solo travel while in India\, and return travel plans upon exiting the Ashram. URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/india-retreat-2024 CATEGORIES:Anahata Retreats,Offsite Events,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/India-Retreat-new.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240825T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240825T140000 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20240804T231356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240804T232338Z UID:11865-1724580000-1724594400@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Unveiling Your Authentic Self - a Journey Through the Chakras and Elements - Middle Pocket Yoga Shala DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n \nJoin Swami Karma Karuna for a deep exploration of self for a journey through the elements within and around us at the Middle Pocket Yoga Shala in Northern NSW. \nThrough the intricate tapestry of the chakras and elements\, you will engage in theory\, Hatha Yoga\, Yoga Nidra deep relaxation\, and a Yantra and Mantra Meditation. These practices are designed to not only deepen your self-awareness but also provide you with practical tools to enrich your daily life. \nTHE CHAKRAS \nDive into the world of chakras energy and the 5 elements\, unraveling the layers of your being and unveiling our authentic self. Through Hatha Yoga and Yoga Nidra\, you will harmonise your body and mind\, cultivating a sense of balance and vitality. Guided to connect with your inner wisdom and tap into the transformative power of stillness. \nTHE ELEMENTS \nOur exploration the elements to recognise and harness the energies of earth\, water\, fire\, air\, and ether within yourself and in the natural world around you. Chanting to elevate your vibrations and open your heart\, with the introduction of yantra to introduce you to sacred geometric symbols that can enhance your spiritual growth. \nAllow yourself to be guided\, supported\, and inspired as you unveil the depths of your true nature and embrace the authentic self that resides within. \n \nInvestment: AU $120[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text text_align=”center”]\nTeacher\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an engaging\, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher\, inspirational speaker\, writer and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience in the yoga field including significant training in Nepal and India and ongoing training in the ashram with her teachers. She is also certified by Yoga Alliance and is a senior teacher of Yoga Australia/New Zealand. A Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology determined an early interest in working with groups and individuals. Swami Karma Karuna specialises in a range or areas such as Yoga Nidra\, Restorative Yoga\, Prana\, Chakras\, Yoga Psychology and Women’s Health. She is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat\, New Zealand and travels throughout the world\, leading workshops\, training yoga teachers\, presenting at international events\, guiding spiritual sadhana retreats and offering therapeutic one to one yoga sessions. Swami Karma Karuna is passionate about sharing an authentic and down to earth approach\, weaving together the ancient practices with a touch of psychology and brain science aimed at motivating people to live their yoga here and now.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/unveiling-your-authentic-self-a-journey-through-the-chakras-and-elements-middle-pocket-yoga-shala LOCATION:Middle Pocket Yoga Shala\, 128 Middle Pocket Road\, Middle Pocket\, NSW\, 2483\, Australia CATEGORIES:Anahata Retreats,Offsite Events,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Unveiling-your-Authentic-Self-Australia.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240824T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240824T160000 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20240722T223046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240804T223754Z UID:11822-1724500800-1724515200@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:A Journey Through The Chakras & Elements - Brisbane DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\n\nJoin Swami Karma Karuna for a deep exploration of self as we journey through the elements within and around us at the Mukti Yoga Centre in Brisbane\, Australia \nThrough the intricate tapestry of the chakras and elements\, you will engage in theory\, Hatha Yoga\, Yoga Nidra deep relaxation\, and a Yantra and Mantra Meditation. These practices are designed to not only deepen your self-awareness but also provide you with practical tools to enrich your daily life. \nBy delving into the chakras and elements\, you will gain valuable insights into your own personality and how you interact with the world. This workshop will empower you to recognise and harmonise the energies of earth\, water\, fire\, air\, and ether within yourself\, leading you on a profound journey of self-discovery and transformation. \nJoin us on this enlightening exploration as we unlock the secrets of the chakras and elements\, paving the way for personal growth and inner harmony. \n \n\nInvestment: \n\nEarly Bird Price: $65 (until 17th Aug) \nStandard Price: $80 (18th Aug onward)\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text text_align=”center”]\nTeacher\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an engaging\, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher\, inspirational speaker\, writer and IAYT certified Yoga Therapist with 30 years of experience in the yoga field including significant training in Nepal and India and ongoing training in the ashram with her teachers. She is also certified by Yoga Alliance and is a senior teacher of Yoga Australia/New Zealand. A Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology determined an early interest in working with groups and individuals. Swami Karma Karuna specialises in a range or areas such as Yoga Nidra\, Restorative Yoga\, Prana\, Chakras\, Yoga Psychology and Women’s Health. She is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat\, New Zealand and travels throughout the world\, leading workshops\, training yoga teachers\, presenting at international events\, guiding spiritual sadhana retreats and offering therapeutic one to one yoga sessions. Swami Karma Karuna is passionate about sharing an authentic and down to earth approach\, weaving together the ancient practices with a touch of psychology and brain science aimed at motivating people to live their yoga here and now.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/a-journey-through-the-chakras-elements-brisbane LOCATION:Mukti Yoga Centre\, 164 Cavendish Rd\, Coorparoo\, QLD\, 4151\, Australia CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Offsite Events,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ANAHATA-Social-Media-Posts.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240721T103000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240721T120000 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20240624T050942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T034147Z UID:11727-1721557800-1721563200@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Practice\, Presentation & India Q&A DESCRIPTION:Join Swami Karma Karuna for a morning practice plus opportunity to find out more about the upcoming journey to India. \nFeeling the call to journey to India? Come with your questions and curiosity. \nDetails of our Tattwa Shuddhi Retreat beginning 29 Oct can be found here. \nThe session will included Hatha Yoga\, Meditation and a presentation on our India trip including Q and A \nSunday 21st July\n10:30-12:00pm \nBOOK HERE \nALL Session are ONLINE via Zoom and in NZT\nPlease arrive 5 mins early and be ready by creating space to be focused and undisturbed. Have props and hydration ready. \nWe have in 3 online sessions about our India Retreat\, check out the other two sessions here [ONLINE] Chakras & Tattwas: Hatha Yoga and Meditation Masterclass and [ONLINE] India Q&A \nDetails of our Tattwa Shuddhi India Retreat beginning 29 Oct can be found here. \nFor more information about our India Retreat\, please email: indiaretreat@anahata-retreat.org.nz \n \n URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/online-practice-presentation-india-qa CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Offsite Events,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Online-QA-21-JULY.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240714T123000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240714T160000 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20240619T105633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240706T030440Z UID:11706-1720960200-1720972800@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Meditations From The Tantras: Breath and Mantra Meditations DESCRIPTION:Explore traditional Tantric theory\, the relationship with modern science and simple yet profound practices to awaken your energy field through use of breath and mantra meditation techniques. \n· Traditional Tantra and the tool of Mantra Meditation \n· The Breath\, Brain Science and Meditation \n· AUM Meditation Theory and Practice \n· Ajapajapa Theory and Practice \n· A breath and mantra focused Hatha Yoga practice to prepare for meditation \nDate: Sunday 14th July 2024\nTime: 12:30-4PM\nLocation: Kindred Yoga Studio\, Nelson\nCost: $60pp (Kindred members $55) \nYour teacher: Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati is an engaging\, intuitive yoga and meditation teacher\, inspirational speaker\, and writer. With over 30 years of experience in the yoga field\, she is an IAYT certified Yoga Therapist and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications with a minor in Psychology. Specializing in stress and emotion management\, Restorative Therapeutic Practices\, Yoga Psychology\, Women’s Health\, Chakras\, and Prana\, Swami Karma Karuna is also a co-founder and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat\, New Zealand. She travels worldwide\, leading workshops\, training yoga teachers\, presenting at international events\, guiding retreats\, and offering therapeutic one-to-one yoga sessions. URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/meditations-from-the-tantras-breath-and-mantra-meditations LOCATION:Kindred Studio\, 1 Kinzett Tce\, Nelson\, Nelson\, 7010\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Offsite Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/8.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240316 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240318 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20240125T024818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T045853Z UID:11322-1710547200-1710719999@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Nelson Yoga Festival 2024 DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \n \nSwami Karma Karuna will be teaching at this year’s Nelson Yoga Festival! \nThe Art and Science of Mindful Breathing: Unlock the Power Within \nSunday 17th March\n\nYoga Space 4 2-3pm \n\nSwami Karma Karuna will guide you through the profound connection between the breath and our overall well-being. Discover the transformative potential of conscious breathing techniques to optimize oxygen intake\, enhancing vitality and rejuvenation.\nExplore the powerful impact of the breath on relaxation response\, enhanced immunity\, regulation of emotions\, improved focus\, and the cultivation of self-awareness.\nThrough ancient wisdom and modern research\, Swami Karma Karuna will support you to use your breath to transcend unconscious boundaries and limiting beliefs. Embrace the art and science of mindful breathing and unlock the power within to cultivate presence and a life of profound fulfillment. Take away a treasure trove of simple practical techniques to enhance for conscious living\, empowering you to embrace a life of mindfulness and vitality. \nChakra Element Yoga Journey \nSunday 17th March\n11.30-12.30pm \nEmbark on a yogic journey towards your true nature\, guided by the wisdom of the chakras\, your energy centres and the elements of earth water\, fire\, air and space. Experience yoga postures\, breath techniques and a meditation practice moving from the grounding of the earth\, through the flow of the water\, activating the inspiration and energy of the fire element\, tuning into the lightness of air and opening to the expansiveness of the space element. Learn to recognize and harness the energies of earth\, water\, fire\, air\, and ether within yourself to create a sense of balance in yourself and in connection to the natural world around you. \nDate: 16th/17th March\nLocation: Founders Park\, Nelson\, NZ \nFind out more details and buy tickets here: https://yogafestival.co.nz/nelson/ \nView the whole programme here: https://yogafestival.co.nz/nelson-program/ \n \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/nelson-yoga-festival-2024 CATEGORIES:Offsite Events,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Nelson-Yoga-Festival-crop-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240308T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240310T170000 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20240210T092249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T051342Z UID:11343-1709884800-1710090000@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Beyond The Boundaries Conference 2024 DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Boundaries Conference invites you to reassess your boundaries\, remove those that are ready to fall and seek understanding. \nSwami Karma Karuna will be guest speaker offering insights across the weekend on: \nThe Art and Science of Mindful Breathing: Unlock the Power Within\nFriday 8 March 4:00 – 5:30pm \nSwami Karma Karuna will guide you through the profound connection between the breath and our overall well-being. Discover the transformative potential of conscious breathing techniques to optimize oxygen intake\, enhancing vitality and rejuvenation. \nExplore the powerful impact of the breath on relaxation response\, enhanced immunity\, regulation of emotions\, improved focus\, and the cultivation of self-awareness. \nThrough ancient wisdom and modern research\, Swami Karma Karuna will support you to use your breath to transcend unconscious boundaries and limiting beliefs. Embrace the art and science of mindful breathing and unlock the power within to cultivate presence and a life of profound fulfillment. Take away a treasure trove of simple practical techniques to enhance for conscious living\, empowering you to embrace a life of mindfulness and vitality. \n \nYoga Nidra: Release Old Patterns & Build New Brain Pathways\nSaturday 9th March 4:00 – 5:30pm \nJoin Swami Karma Karuna for an enlightening presentation on the transformative power of Yoga Nidra Relaxation\, as we explore its profound impact on releasing old patterns and building new brain pathways. Embrace the opportunity to create optimal mental\, physical\, and emotional health\, and unlock your true potential. \nDiscover how the unconscious programming we acquire as children influences our perception\, relationships\, life focus\, health\, and overall well-being. Delve into the science and art of Yoga Nidra and learn how it can help us access the subconscious mind\, where old patterns reside. Through guided relaxation and visualisation\, we can rewire our brain\, creating new neural pathways that align with our desired outcomes. \nExplore the power of Sankalpa\, a powerful tool within Yoga Nidra\, to support manifestation and the creation of new habits and perspectives. Discover how setting a clear and positive intention can amplify the transformative effects of the practice. \n \nThe Art and Science of Gratitude\nSunday 10th March 2:30 – 3:30pm \nJoin Swami Karma Karuna for an enlightening presentation on the transformative power of gratitude. Delve into the science behind gratitude and its profound impact on our overall well-being. Discover how practicing gratitude can enhance our physical and mental health\, improve optimism\, and release feel-good hormones\, leading to increased happiness and a stronger sense of self-control. \nExplore the art of gratitude as we uncover its ability to deepen relationships and foster a greater sense of connection with others. Learn practical techniques to cultivate gratitude in your daily life\, allowing you to experience the profound benefits it brings. \nThrough this presentation\, you will gain a deeper understanding of the art and science of gratitude\, empowering you to embrace a more fulfilling and joyful life. Discover how gratitude can transform your perspective\, enhance your well-being\, and create a ripple effect of positivity in your relationships and the world around you. \n \n8th – 10th March 2024\nThe Plymouth International Hotel\, New Plymouth\nTickets: https://events.artesia.co.nz/buy-tickets/ \n \n URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/beyond-the-boundaries-conference-2024 CATEGORIES:Offsite Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Beyond-Boundaries-Conference2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240227 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20240124T230206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T073932Z UID:11318-1708646400-1708991999@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Yatra Festival 2024 DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Swami Karma Karuna and Anahata teachers will be offering at Yatra Festival 2024. \nYatra Opening Ceremony- A Havan for Healing and Transformation / guided by Swami Karma Karuna \nFriday 4:45pm \nJoin in a Havan Fire Ceremony\, based on Yajna\, an ancient Vedic ritual\, involving the offering of various substances into a consecrated fire while reciting specific mantras. Each offering symbolizes an intention or prayer for healing and well-being. The smoke that arises from the fire is believed to carry these intentions to the Divine realm. The Maha Mritunjaya mantra is a revered chant invoking the qualities of Shiva\, the first Yogi; It supports the practitioner to elevate consciousness\, develop non-attachment and encourages transformation and healing. This mantra enlivens the power to overcome physical\, mental\, and spiritual ailments as well as aims to purify the environment and promote positive energy. \nॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम् उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान् मृत्योर्मुक्षीय माऽमृतात् ॥ \nOm Tryambakam Yajamahe\nSugandhim Pushti-Vardhanam\nUrvarukamiva Bandhanan\nMrityor Mukshiya Maamritat \nHatha Yoga Class / with Amba from Anahata\nSat 7:30-9am\nWake up with a gentle and restorative yoga class suitable for all levels of experience\, intending to nurture and nourish the body\, mind and spirit. \nTransform Beliefs for Empowered Living / with Swami Karma Karuna\nSaturday 2:45-4:15\nDelve into yogic methods; breath\, movement\, mantra and mindset tools aimed at releasing old patterns and building new brain pathways to unlock your true potential. Explore the influence of unconscious programming acquired in childhood\, on perceptions\, relationships\, health\, and overall well-being. Take away simple potent practices to rewire your brain to create a life of empowerment and fulfillment. \nPLUS Join us for Kirtan with Amba and the Anahata Sangha early evening in the Tribal area \nYatra is a collaborative community of creative and expressive souls\, that together manifest a yearly festival in the infamous Golden Bay\, New Zealand. A tribe of humans gathering together for deep connections to our earth through art\, adventure\, music\, dance and spiritual experiences working together to create a beautiful shared existence. \nStay tuned for schedule release and buy tickets here: https://yatrafestival.co.nz/ \nDate: Friday 23rd of February 9am – Gates close at 7pm Monday\, 26th of February 2024.\nLocation: Cobb Valley Road\, Nelson/Tasman\, Aotearoa/New Zealand.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/yatra-festival-2024 CATEGORIES:Offsite Events,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Yatra-Festival.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230811 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230814 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20230709T210458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230709T210713Z UID:10696-1691712000-1691971199@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:NMHNZ Conference 2023 Guest Speaker DESCRIPTION:Swami Karma Karuna has been invited to speak at the Naturopaths and Medical Herbalists of New Zealand Annual Conference taking place this August.\nSharing the wisdom of Yoga Nidra in the below offering: \nTherapeutic Applications of Yoga Nidra for Graceful Ageing\n11:15 Saturday 12th August \nExplore Yoga Nidra Deep Relaxation\, a simple and powerful technique accessible to all bodies of all ages. Studies indicate that Yoga Nidra is a powerful preventative and curative tool to counteract health issues related to stress\, trauma and modern life. The ripple effect of long-term stress contributes to early ageing\, cognitive decline\, insomnia\, anxiety and more. Delve into the science behind each stage of Yoga Nidra Relaxation and the therapeutic benefits of regular practice. Leave deeply nourished with a practical experience of this transformational practice. \nIf you’re attending the conference\, be sure to come along.\nThe event is open to both NMHNZ members and non-members – get tickets here. URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/nmhnz-conference-2023-guest-speaker LOCATION:Ellerslie Events Centre\, Auckland\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Offsite Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/NMHNZ-CONFERENCE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231001 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20230530T140712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T115342Z UID:10601-1690848000-1696118399@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Europe Tour 2023 DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]\nSwami Karma Karuna will be touring Europe hosting a number of events AUGUST – OCTOBER. \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]See the schedule below for upcoming events and booking details – note these are subject to change and will be updated regularly.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nNorway \n26thAugust-1st September \nYoga Nidra Immersion \nExplore tools to systematically address the tensions in the body\, mind and emotions to induce a deep state of relaxation. Yoga Nidra and Basic Breathing Methods are key practices to equip yoga aspirants with yogic skills and techniques for self support. These methods will assist in the release of deep muscular\, mental and emotional tension\, inducing calmness and clarity for a range of life and health situations. \nFIND OUT MORE: https://www.anahatayoga.no/yogaferie/yoganidra \nLOCATION: Lille Lotus Yoga\, 2 Wergelands gateViken\, 2080\, Norway[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nNorway \n1-17th September \nYoga\, Meditation & the Nature Connection \nThis is a rare and unique opportunity to get to know your ‘self’ more deeply while exploring the application of traditional yoga and meditation techniques to enhance your energy and experience more mastery of mind and emotions. Are you ready to ditch the digital devices\, escape the hustle and give yourself the time you need to tend to the inner life during this nature immersion? \nFIND OUT MORE: https://www.anahatayoga.no/yogaferie/karma-karuna-norway-retreat \nLOCATION: Melkevoll Bretun\, 2167 Oldedalsvegen\, Oldedalen\, Vestland\, 6791\, Norway \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nNorway \n9th September 2023 / 9-3PM \nEVOLVING THROUGH THE CHAKRAS\nwith Swami Karma Karuna Saraswati and Silje Sridharana Indreeide \nThis six hour chakra workshop will focus on the Ajna chakra\, where we dive deeper into our intuition\, presence and focus. We will explore this energy centre through workshops and theory\, hatha yoga and meditation. \nFIND OUT MORE: https://www.deltager.no/register/EvolvingthroughthechakraswithKarmaKarunaSaraswatiandSiljeSridharanaIndreeide_1688470283#/\nCONTACT: Marthe Holien Bø at marthe.holien.bo@gmail.com \nLOCATION: Stryn\, Norway \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nSweden \n22-24th September \nThis weekend Swami Karma Karuna gives a workshop with focus on the hormonal system and restoration. Saturday evening we celebrate with singing kirtan together. \nFriday: 17.30-20.30 Chakra and Hormonal system 600 kr. \nSaturday 10.00-13.00 & 14.30 – 17\,30 Yoga balancing the Hormonal system for women 1200 kr \nSaturday Kirtan start 19.00 150 kr (open to everyone including non-workshop participants) \nSunday morning 9.00-12.00 More in depth yoga for the women’s hormonal system focus for advanced practice and yogateachers 600 kr \nSunday 13.30-16.30 Yoga Nidra and Sankapa 600 kr \nSIGN UP: Email ulrika.satyanandayogacenter@gmail.com\nFIND OUT MORE:https://www.yogaivasastan.se/aktuellt-37003298 \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nGreece \n30th September-7th October\n\nEXPLORE YOUR SELF IN GREECE\nwith Swami Karma Karuna & Mudita \nCourse Includes: Hatha Yoga\, Lectures & Satsangs\, Yoga Nidra\, Meditation\, Kirtan\nBreakfast included\, accommodation not included \nExchange: 540€ \nLocation: House Amayana. Set on the hillside above Agios Nikolaos\, West-Mani\, by the majestic\, pyramid shaped Taygetos Mountain.\nGetting there:\nFlying to Kalamata = then rental car\, bus or taxi\, 1h 20min.\nFlying to Athens = 316km drive by rental car\, taxi or bus \nFOR BOOKING AND ACCOMMODATION CONTACT: elke.mudita@gmail.com \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTeachers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”10200″ 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]\n \n Yoga\, Meditation & Nature Connection Retreat - Omberg SWEDEN\n\n \n June 26 @ 3:00 pm - June 29 @ 3:00 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]Havan (Sacred Fire Ceremony) – Every SaturdayHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatNovember 12\, 2022 - April 26\, 2025Yoga BuffetHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 15 @ 3:30 pm - April 26 @ 8:30 pm[ONLINE] Nervous System Reset March/April – 6 week courseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 23 @ 11:00 am - April 27 @ 12:30 pmView All Retreats and Events [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/europe-tour-2023 CATEGORIES:Anahata Retreats,Offsite Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Europe-Tour-Header-Post.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230611T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230611T160000 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20230512T034744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T034744Z UID:10525-1686477600-1686499200@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Meditations From the Tantras: Brisbane Workshop DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]\nA one day immersive workshop into the science and practice of tantric meditation. \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Join Swami Karma Karuna at Mukti Yoga Centre\, Coorparoo for an immersive advanced meditation workshop. \nBALANCING THE MIND AND EMOTIONS \nExplore traditional Tantric theory\, modern science and simple yet profound practices. Learn to become the observer of your physical\, mental and emotional layers. Discover the gifts of life that lay in your inner depths. Learn the practices of Kaya Sthariam (Body Stillness)\, Antar Mouna (Inner Silence) and Antar Darshan (Inner Darshan)\, which are yogic meditations rooted in the Tantric traditions. The day will include a balance of preparatory Hatha Yoga practices\, Meditation experience and Theory. \n\nTraditional Tantric approach\, tools and theory\nBrain science and meditation\nSamskara and Karma\nMindfulness techniques to explore body\, mind and emotions\nMindfulness based Hatha Yoga practice to prepare for Meditation technique\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nAdditional Information\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Date: Sunday 11 June 2023\nTime: 10AM – 4PM\nInvestment: $175\nLocation: Mukti Yoga Centre\, 164 Cavendish Rd\, Coorparoo. Qld. 4151 \nEnquiries: Please email: padmaroopa108@gmail.com or book ONLINE[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTeachers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”10200″ 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]Havan (Sacred Fire Ceremony) – Every SaturdayHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatNovember 12\, 2022 - April 26\, 2025Yoga BuffetHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 15 @ 3:30 pm - April 26 @ 8:30 pm[ONLINE] Nervous System Reset March/April – 6 week courseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 23 @ 11:00 am - April 27 @ 12:30 pmView All Retreats and Events [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/meditations-from-the-tantras-brisabne LOCATION:Mukti Yoga Centre\, 164 Cavendish Rd\, Coorparoo\, QLD\, 4151\, Australia CATEGORIES:Anahata Retreats,Offsite Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/ANAHATA-Meditations-from-the-Tantras_Plain.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230520T140000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230520T170000 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20230512T053622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T105703Z UID:10527-1684591200-1684602000@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:VEDA Festival 2023 DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]\nSwami Karma Karuna will be a guest speaker at this year’s VEDA Festival 2023. \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This year’s VEDA Conference theme is: Nirvana.\nAll Eastern spiritual traditions unanimously declare the end goal of all human pursuits as ‘Nirvāna’ – the state of liberation. In fact\, Nirvāṇa is a term found in the texts of all major Eastern religions – Hindu\, Buddhist\, Sikh\, and Jain traditions. ‘Nirvāna’ is the highest spiritual state of being that the festival will help the audience unpack and gain clarity on. \nSwami Karma Karuna will be on the opening panel discussing Why Nirvana Matters: A Yogic Perspective and holding a workshop on The Power of Om. \nShe will be accompanied by other speakers including Professor Paul Morris\, Lharampa Geshe Wangchen\, Sara Janvekar and Bramachari Ishaan Chaitanya. \nWant to join? Find out more and get tickets here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nAdditional Information\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nAbout the ‘VEDA Festival’\nThe name of the knowledge festival is ‘VEDA Festival\, as ‘VEDA’ in the Sanskrit language comes from the root word which means ‘‘to know’. With the VEDA Festival\, we provide an opportunity for the community to know about Eastern spiritual wisdom which shares profound intrinsic benefits for everyone. Auckland has already witnessed three successful VEDA festivals in 2018\, 2019\, and 2020 with the following themes\nThe VEDA or knowledge festival is dedicated to people who like to think about living\, its purpose\, and many issues related to life. The festival endeavors to bring together experts\, thinkers\, intellectuals\, and practitioners to share deeper truths about life and its mysteries. This festival is being organized on a not-for-profit basis to spread awareness of the benefits of the wisdom of the East which has been the science of life for centuries across many generations and civilizations. The festival aims to provide a platform to share\, research\, and gain more clarity on popular life concepts like reincarnation. To decode such concepts\, we are inviting experts from the field of Yoga\, Vedanta\, Buddhism\, psychology\, and philosophy. Leading practitioners of Eastern spirituality will also conduct workshops on practices that offer a holistic roadmap to journey through our karmic lives. \nFestival highlights\n– Featuring distinguished speakers from Australia\, New Zealand\, and India who will share their expertise on the wisdom from the Hindu and Buddhist perspectives\n– Round up panel discussions with Q & A\n– Breakout workshops on life knowledge that could transform our living\n– Covering a broad range of topics with a focus on ‘Nirvāna’\, the choices we need to make to attain this perfect state.\n– Opportunity to mingle with speakers\, researchers\, and practitioners of Eastern spirituality informally \nDate: Saturday 20 May 2023\nTime: 2 pm to 5.00 pm\nVenue: CHINMAYA Wellbeing & Events Centre\, 63 McKenzie Road\, Mangere Bridge\, Auckland\nExchange: $10 \n\nBook ONLINE HERE.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTeachers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”10200″ 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]Havan (Sacred Fire Ceremony) – Every SaturdayHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatNovember 12\, 2022 - April 26\, 2025Yoga BuffetHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 15 @ 3:30 pm - April 26 @ 8:30 pm[ONLINE] Nervous System Reset March/April – 6 week courseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 23 @ 11:00 am - April 27 @ 12:30 pmView All Retreats and Events [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/vedafestival2023 LOCATION:chinmaya mission community centre\, 63 McKenzie Road\, Auckland\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Anahata Retreats,Offsite Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Veda-Festival_Imagenotext.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230121T123000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230121T160000 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20230104T091857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T092015Z UID:10223-1674304200-1674316800@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Nourish\, Restore and Recharge Yoga Masterclass DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nOverview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]Join us for an afternoon of nourishing tools and practices to support nervous system balance\, activate your vital energy system and recharge your batteries.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nNourish\, Restore and Recharge Yoga Masterclass\nwith Sw. Karma Karuna and Sn. Atmavidya\nAt Tara Yoga Studio\, CHRISTCHURCH \nDate: Saturday 21st January\nTime: 12:30-4pm \nLearn about the nervous system\, resilience and the yogic methods that can be utilised in every day life for well-being and balance. Slow down with a restorative yoga class\, calm the mind and body with breathing practices and experience the profound benefits of a Yoga Nidra deep relaxation meditation. Leave feeling recharged and inspired for your daily life. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”10230″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\nYou will need\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]If available\, please bring:\n– a yoga mat\,\n– 2x blankets or bolster\n– a covering \nSome props available \n [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nAdditional Information\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Nourish\, Restore and Recharge Yoga Masterclass\nwith Sw. Karma Karuna and Sn. Atmavidya \nDate: Saturday 21st January\nTime: 12:30-4pm \nInvestment: $65 (student/pensioner or low income $45) \nLIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE – please register early \nTo book now\, please email us.[/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_single_image image=”8254″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\n\n\nSn Atmavidya honours the great wisdom traditions\, sharing ancient practices of Yoga and Meditation that continue to help unfold the natural inherent goodness\, wisdom\, beauty\, harmony\, kindness and delight in our lives. She facilitates easeful discovery of the different ways that practices can be experienced\, to liberate energy for well-being of body\, mind and spirit. Atmavidya has depth of experience in the teaching of yoga and meditation in yoga centres\, ashrams\, retreats\, primary\, secondary schools\, tertiary institutions\, businesses\, Not For Profit and rehabilitation organisations\, mainly in New Zealand. Atmavidya has been a student of yoga and meditation for the last 27 years. \n\n\n[/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]Havan (Sacred Fire Ceremony) – Every SaturdayHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatNovember 12\, 2022 - April 26\, 2025Yoga BuffetHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 15 @ 3:30 pm - April 26 @ 8:30 pm[ONLINE] Nervous System Reset March/April – 6 week courseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 23 @ 11:00 am - April 27 @ 12:30 pmView All Retreats and Events [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/nourish-restore-recharge-yoga-masterclass-2023 LOCATION:Tara Yoga Studio\, Christchurch\, 19 BUNYAN STREET\, CHRISTCHURCH\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Offsite Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230331 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 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]Havan (Sacred Fire Ceremony) – Every SaturdayHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatNovember 12\, 2022 - April 26\, 2025Yoga BuffetHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 15 @ 3:30 pm - April 26 @ 8:30 pm[ONLINE] Nervous System Reset March/April – 6 week courseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 23 @ 11:00 am - April 27 @ 12:30 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:20220618 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220619 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20220614T211020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220614T211020Z UID:9686-1655510400-1655596799@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Anahata Family Yogic Journey Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”9687″ lightbox_custom_img=”9687″][vc_column_text]\n\nCome and join us on a Yogic journey on Saturday the 18th of June 2022 at The Sandcastle\, 32 Haile Lane\, Pohara\, Takaka.\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nAnahata family leaves the cave on a day out in town.\nWith the full moon guiding us into a new realm of integration.\nCome and join us on a Yogic journey on Saturday the 18th of June 2022 at the Sandcastle\, 32 Haile Lane\, Pohara\, Takaka.\nThe schedule is intended to deliver the most potent experience with you as a co-creator.\nTime and Space has been interacting and manifesting in various forms.\nEnergy is eternally flowing and Now is the best time to come together and collectively make the small steps which are the most needed in this present reality.\nAn offering from the heart.\nFrom Anahata\,\nTo all.\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nSpaces are limited so PLEASE make sure you click ‘going’ on the Facebook event page to confirm numbers.\nWhere: The Sandcastle\, 32 Haile Lane\, Pohara\, Takaka.\nWhen: Saturday 18th June 2022 \nStart Time: 10:30am \nSchedule:\nHatha Yoga 11am – 12:30pm\nPotluck 12:30- 2:00 Pm\nSatsang with Swami Karma Karuna 2:00 – 2:45 pm\nYin Yoga 3:00 – 4:30 pm\nYoga Nidra 4:30- 5:00 pm\nHavan 5:15 – 6:15 pm\nKirtan 6:15 – 7:30 Pm\n( Schedule is a guide ) \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nWhat to bring: \n– Your own mat & props\n– Warm clothes & blanket\n– Water bottle & Plate + cup\n– A dish to share\n– Special item for Altar \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nAnahata Yoga retreat runs on the generosity of the receivers of these potent practices.\nKoha is much appreciated to contribute to the continuity of this space of learning and remembrance\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nSwami Karma Karuna\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”8325″][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_text]\n\nAnahata Specialist Teachers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”7577″][vc_column_text]\nAnahata 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. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/anahata-family-yogic-journey-fundraiser LOCATION:The Sandcastle\, 32 Haile Lane\, Pohara\, Takaka CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Anahata Retreats,Anahata Teacher Trainings,Offsite Events,Online Courses,Past Events,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/IMG_7633-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220401 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230402 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20220213T005141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220705T005231Z UID:9461-1648771200-1680393599@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Integral Yoga & Mindfulness Programme for PTSD DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nA trauma-informed community programme for women experiencing Post Traumatic Stress Disorder which offers a wide repertoire of somatic techniques that can complement ongoing trauma therapy and play a supportive role in promoting trauma healing\, self-regulation\, and physical and mental wellbeing.\n \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Discover embodied practices that can assist you to: \n\nCultivate resilience\nNourish physical and mental health\nCalm and balance the nervous system\nSelf-generate a feeling of safety\, agency and choice\nExpand the window of tolerance and capacity for presence\nSelf-regulate physical and emotional responses to stress and trauma\nReturn to wholeness\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”9444″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\n\nAdditional Information\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nA free year-long programme starting in April 2022\nLimited spaces available\nRegistration closes 11 April\nIn-person sessions based in Golden Bay\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]For more details get in touch with Priyadhara at: hello@creatingbalance.co.nz[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”9643″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]This year’s women’s Integral Yoga & Mindfulness Programme for women with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is brought to our community through a close collaboration between Creating Balance\, Te Whare Mahana and AYHET. Advice and support has been provided by Mohua Social Services\, Manawhenua Ki Mohua’s Whanau Ora Navigator and health professionals in the community. \nThe PTSD programme aims to assist rurally isolated\, vulnerable and at-risk women with PTSD in their efforts to manage their healing and wellbeing. This programme also aims to address the need for more complementary pathways of physical and mental health support available to women with PTSD in Golden Bay by offering an integrated and somatic system of integral yoga and mindfulness tools\, that are trauma-informed\, holistic in nature\, have been clinically studied internationally and are known to help relieve PTSD symptoms \nAYHET has received grants from Lottery Community Fund and Golden Bay Community Trust\, and is welcoming donations to further financially assist this promising community initiative. If you wish to make a donation\, please enter the amount below and click Donate. \nProcessing ... DonateStripe Payments requires Javascript to be supported by the browser in order to operate.\nOnce you have made a donation\, you will receive an automatic email that includes a free download of Swami Karma Karuna’s guided Health Yoga Nidra. Enjoy 25 minutes of deep relaxation\, to heal and nurture your body.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nTeachers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”9027″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSannyasi Priyadhara specialises in yogic science education. Her experience in exploring the scientific\, transformational and holistic quality of yoga as well as her extensive and continuous training at the internationally renown Bihar School of Yoga in India and in yoga education centres in New Zealand and Australia has inspired her to integrate yoga into daily life and enables her to assist individuals of different backgrounds\, cultures and mental/physical health needs on their journey towards positive change. \nPriyadhara’s practical understanding of yogic science and yogic lifestyle allows her to offer knowledge and personal insight on a variety of topics in accessible ways. Her work places emphasis on community resilience\, integral health and wellbeing and involves the development and facilitation of initiatives that aim to address a specific need in the Golden Bay community through collaboration with key local and regional organisations. \nShe has worked with Red Cross Belgium\, to deliver yoga for refugee youth\, and developed integral yoga and mindfulness programmes for teenagers and individuals with PTSD in Golden Bay\, in collaboration with AYHET\, Golden Bay High School\, Te Whare Mahana and community funding organisations. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/integral-yoga-retreat CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Offsite Events,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/web-template.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220117 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20211120T204551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220104T233409Z UID:9259-1641772800-1642377599@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Power of Awareness Silent Meditation Gathering DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nOverview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]This 6-day meditation gathering with Swami Anandakumar & Swami Kailash provides an opportunity to travel to your own centre\, to find the stillness within\, discover that your own inner nature is unchanging and connect to your higher source. \nThe gathering offers the unique opportunity to explore tools that will help you to truly find peace\, happiness\, clarity\, perspective on the whole of life and spiritual transformation.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”8529″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]This silent meditation gathering 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. 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. Whilst Power of Awareness can be attended as a stand-alone gathering\, we highly recommend attending our Traditional Hatha Yoga Shuddhi Gathering to prepare the body\, mind and energy to go deeper into meditation. If you choose to book both the Traditional Hatha Yoga Shuddhi & Power of Awareness Gatherings as a package\, you will receive one free night of meals and accommodation in between the two gatherings \n\n\n\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 gathering 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 gathering is suitable for:\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. \nIf you are interested\, read our 5 Reasons to attend a Silent Meditation Gathering\, check out our interview with Swami Anandakumar or our Silent Meditation Gathering Reflections blogposts. [/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”8530″ alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nAdditional Information\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Start Time: Monday\, 10th Jan\, evening.\nFinish Time: Sunday\, 16th Jan\, 12pm drop off after Brunch \nComplimentary pick up: Monday\, 10th Jan 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\, 16th Jan 12pm back to Golden Bay Visitor Centre\, where the Golden Bay Coachlines bus will pick you up from if traveling from Takaka to Nelson. \n \nSuggested Donation\nStandard Suggested Donation: NZD $850 \nCamping Suggested Donation: NZD $790 \nIf you choose to book both the Traditional Hatha Yoga Shuddhi & Power of Awareness Gatherings as a package\, you will receive one free night of meals and accommodation in between the two gatherings. \nTo book now and make a donation\, please email us. \n\nSpecial Dietary Requirements: All meals provided are vegetarian. Vegan\, Dairy Free & Gluten Free can be provided for an additional donation of NZD $15.\nPrivate Sessions: Private yoga and Therapeutic Consultations 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 donation 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\nFor more information or to request any extras\, please email us. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n \nSwami Anandakumar\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 \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n \nSwami Kailash\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”1155″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\n\n\n\n\nSwami Kailash has studied and lived in yoga ashrams in New Zealand and India from an early age. From this background he brings a practical\, simple and joyful perspective to all aspects of yoga. He is a warm and engaging teacher and has been teaching yoga for twenty years\, most recently in Australasia\, India and Korea. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nExplore Other Gatherings\n[/vc_column_text]Havan (Sacred Fire Ceremony) – Every SaturdayHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatNovember 12\, 2022 - April 26\, 2025Yoga BuffetHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 15 @ 3:30 pm - April 26 @ 8:30 pm[ONLINE] Nervous System Reset March/April – 6 week courseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 23 @ 11:00 am - April 27 @ 12:30 pmView All Gatherings [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/power-of-awareness-silent-meditation-gathering-2022 CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Anahata Retreats,Anahata Teacher Trainings,Offsite Events,Online Courses,Past Events,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/web2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211229 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220103 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20211116T022736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T035452Z UID:9214-1640736000-1641167999@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:New Year’s Yoga & Sankalpa Gathering DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nGather together with like-minded people to bring in this new year with positivity\, plant seeds to carry forward into the New Year and nourish yourself with practical tools of Hatha Yoga\, Yin Yoga\, Relaxation\, Meditation\, Mantra Yoga\, Karma Yoga\, Fire Ceremony and Akhanda Kirtan. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nOverview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]\nWelcome the New Year in an inspiring community environment with traditional yogic lifestyle practices that will raise your spiritual vibration\, strengthen the immune system and allow you to reconnect to yourself\, the yogic community and your higher powers. Discover your heartfelt desires\, learn how to manifest them and create a positive direction for your life in 2022. Enjoy space to relax and honour the sacred in a stunning nature sanctuary. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”6937″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\n\nThe Programme Includes\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]4 nights\, shared accommodation (unless camping)\, all meals and the full programme. \n\nHatha and Yin Yoga classes\nGuided Meditations\nYoga Nidra (deep relaxation)\nGroup Discussions\nMantra Yoga\nPractical tools to support immunity\, resilience and balance \nExploring Sankalpa- Planting seeds for positive transformation\nSound Journey\nTime for reflection and connection\nSauna\nBring in the New Year with Akhanda Kirtan (chanting mantras to music) and Fire Ceremony (Havan)\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3230″ alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nAdditional Information\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n\nStart Time: Wednesday 29th December evening (Bus pick up and Dinner) or arrival from 5pm\nFinish Time: Sunday 2nd\, 12pm drop off after Brunch \nComplimentary pick up: 29th Dec 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\, 2nd Jan 12pm back to Golden Bay Visitor Centre\, where the Golden Bay Coachlines bus will pick you up from if traveling from Takaka to Nelson. \n\n\n \nSuggested Donation: \n\n\n4 nights accommodation\, transport to/from Takaka to retreat\, meals and practices all-inclusive \nStandard Suggested Donation: NZD $645\nCamping Suggested Donation: NZD $605 \nWe have limited spaces so pre-registration is essential to ensure your spot. To book now and make a donation\, please email us. \n \n\nSpecial Dietary Requirements: All meals provided are vegetarian. Vegan\, Dairy Free & Gluten Free can be provided for an additional donation of NZD $15.\nPrivate Sessions: Available by appointment. \nNO Private rooms\nCamping: Tent hire is available for an additional donation 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\n \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n \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=”8610″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Yin Culture. The mission of Yin Culture is to be a harmonizing force in the world. Many Souls are finding it difficult to maintain their centre in this time of rapid change. Many yearn to return to the harmony of nature. It is these Souls for which Yin Culture is medicine. Yin Culture is based on Taoist and Tantric philosophy applied to modern culture. The practices draw from two sources: The modern practice of Yin Yoga\, as taught by Paul Grilley and Sarah Powers. The ancient practices of Pranayama\, and Meditation from Tantric Hatha Yoga.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”1155″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\n\n\nSwami Kailash has studied and lived in yoga ashrams in New Zealand and India from an early age. From this background he brings a practical\, simple and joyful perspective to all aspects of yoga. He is a warm and engaging teacher and has been teaching yoga for twenty years\, most recently in Australasia\, India and Korea. \n\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]Havan (Sacred Fire Ceremony) – Every SaturdayHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatNovember 12\, 2022 - April 26\, 2025Yoga BuffetHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 15 @ 3:30 pm - April 26 @ 8:30 pm[ONLINE] Nervous System Reset March/April – 6 week courseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 23 @ 11:00 am - April 27 @ 12:30 pmView All Gatherings [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/new-years-yoga-and-sankalpa-gathering CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Anahata Retreats,Anahata Teacher Trainings,Offsite Events,Online Courses,Past Events,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/web5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211220 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20211120T192246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211202T223701Z UID:9241-1637280000-1639958399@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Anahata Yoga Retreat's 25th Anniversary AUCTION DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nFor the past 25 years\, Anahata’s mission has always been to uplift our community\, local and global; and to celebrate our silver anniversary\, our community has uplifted us through contributing their gifts to our auction. Join us in supporting Anahata so that we can keep spreading yoga for 25 more years\, and treat yourself or a loved one to one of the many holistic healing opportunities being offered by our community. The winners will be announced just before Christmas!\n \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nVIEW THE AUCTION HERE\n \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nPreview of Auction Items\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”9243″][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/anahata-yoga-retreats-25th-anniversary-auction CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Anahata Retreats,Anahata Teacher Trainings,Offsite Events,Online Courses,Past Events,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211122 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20211029T015601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211119T023919Z UID:9142-1637280000-1637539199@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Anahata Yoga Retreat's 25th Anniversary DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nJoin us at Anahata Yoga Retreat to celebrate our 25th Anniversary! Join us for either the full weekend or just on Saturday 20th November. We will also be offering an online programme if you are unable to make it in person.\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”8276″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\n\nWeekend Overview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]\nTo celebrate 25 years of Anahata Yoga Retreat’s journey and share our gratitude to the many head\, hearts and Hands who have contributed to Anahata and made it what it is\, we are inviting you to join us on our Crystal Mountain to reconnect or to experience yogic lifestyle and gain insights into traditional spiritual practice through Yoga\, Meditation\, Yoga Nidra\, Chanting\, connection with Sangha plus an opportunity to support Anahata to flourish for another 25 years. \n \n\nYoga\, Yoga Nidra & Meditation classes\nJoin our traditional Havan Fire ceremony and extended Kirtan celebration\nContribute to Karma Yoga projects and channel your energy into the space and community\nConnect with Anahata’s Founder Swami Karma Karuna\, past residents\, supporters\, sangha and current residents.\nUse of our on-site sauna\nBrowse our shop and market stall\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nSaturday Option Overview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]\nSaturday 20th November\nEnjoy a day in the life of Anahata. Please join at one of the below times so we can uphold government guidelines but you are welcome to stay on for the following programs.\n \n1. Morning Program Arrive by 9am:\n\nKarma Yoga Working Bee offering energy back to the land and buildings with love and presence\nYoga Nidra\nLunch\n\n\n2. Afternoon Program Arrive by 2pm:\n\nHistory and Stories of Anahata’s beginnings with a founder and past residents\nYoga Class\nMeditation\n\n\n3. Evening program Arrive by 5pm\n\nPotluck (Please bring a vegetarian dish to share)\nHavan\nAkhanda Kirtan\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nOnline Programme\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]\n\nOnline Programme for Saturday 20th November \n\nWe will be streaming from 12:30pm until about 7pm so join us for all or part of our online offerings.\n\n\n12:30pm (NZST) Yoga Nidra with Prabhavananda\n2:15pm (NZST) History & Stories of Anahata with Swami Karma Karuna & friends\n3-4:15pm (NZST) Hatha Yoga class with Swami Karma Karuna \n\n4:15-5:00pm (NZST) Meditation with Swami Anandakumar\n6:15pm (NZST) Havan\n\nDonations gratefully accepted here\nOnce you’ve made your donation\, head to the Facebook Live event here\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nAdditional Information\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nLimited residential spaces are available and bookings are essential.\nJoin for the whole weekend (limited accommodation/camping available) Minimum donation of $150 for accommodation and weekend expenses. Further donation gratefully accepted.\nThe option is also available to join us for Saturday 20th November only. Your generous support to our charitable trust helps us continue to prosper in these challenging times.\n\n \nTo book now and make a donation\, please email us or donate through our website here \nUpon making a donation\, you will receive an automatic email that includes a free download to Swami Karma Karuna’s guided Health Yoga Nidra. Enjoy 25 minutes of deep relaxation\, to heal and nurture your body.\nOnline Program for our worldwide yoga family TBC. \nPlease do not attend this event if you have any COVID-19 Symptoms. \n \n\n\n\nSpecial Dietary Requirements: All meals provided are vegetarian. Vegan\, Dairy Free & Gluten Free can be provided for an additional NZD $15. Add this to your booking at checkout.\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 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\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nSwami Karma Karuna\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”8325″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Swami 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[/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]Havan (Sacred Fire Ceremony) – Every SaturdayHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatNovember 12\, 2022 - April 26\, 2025Yoga BuffetHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 15 @ 3:30 pm - April 26 @ 8:30 pm[ONLINE] Nervous System Reset March/April – 6 week courseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 23 @ 11:00 am - April 27 @ 12:30 pmView All Gatherings [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/anahata-yoga-retreats-25th-anniversary CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Anahata Retreats,Anahata Teacher Trainings,Offsite Events,Online Courses,Past Events,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211115 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20211008T024918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211104T011058Z UID:9084-1636502400-1636934399@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Power of Awareness Silent Meditation Retreat DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nJoin us either in-person at Anahata Yoga Retreat\, OR online – from the comfort of your own home!\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n\n\nThe in-person retreat option includes Karma Yoga\, Havan & Kirtan and daily Hatha Yoga\, Morning Chanting & Yoga Nidra led by Swami Karma Karuna + 3x daily Meditation sessions with Swami Anandakumar.\n\n\nThe online retreat only includes 3x Meditation sessions with Swami Anandakumar.\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nRetreat Overview\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”content-subheader”]This 4-day meditation retreat with Swami Anandakumar & Swami Karma Karuna 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=”8529″ 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. 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. \nIf 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 OR check out our interview with Swami Anandakumar. \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”8530″ alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nAdditional Information\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nSchedule:\nStart Time: Thursday morning 11th November\nFinish Time: 12pm on Sunday 14th November \nComplimentary pick up: Wednesday 10th November 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 14th 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.\n \n3x daily meditation sessions (thurs\, fri\, sat + a final session on the Sunday) \nDaily Session Times: \n\n9:30-11:00am NZ (8-9am NSW)\n11:30-12:30pm NZ (9:30-10:30 AEST)\n5:00-6:00pm NZ (3-4:00 AEST)\n\n \n\n\nInvestment: \nIn-Person Prices: \n\nRetreat with camping accommodation: NZ $655\nRetreat with in-house accommodation: NZ $695\nRetreat with in-house accommodation + bedding hire: NZ $725\nRetreat with in-house accommodation + transport: NZ $725\nRetreat with in-house accommodation + transport + bedding hire: NZ $755\nAdditional extra – Weds night accommodation with dinner and breakfast (Saturday morning): NZ $75\n\nOnline: \n\nOnline Retreat: NZ $250 (The online retreat will only include the 3x daily Meditation sessions + a final session on Sunday. The in-person retreat options include Hatha Yoga and Morning Chanting and Yoga Nidra each day\, as well as Karma Yoga\, Havan & Kirtan).\n\n\n\n \nTo book now\, please email us. \nIf joining us online\, it is recommended that you set up your space and schedule\, so you can have a home retreat and maintain silence as much as possible. Make sure you have a good internet connection. \n\nSpecial Dietary Requirements: All meals provided are vegetarian. Vegan\, Dairy Free & Gluten Free can be provided for an additional NZD $15. Add this to your booking at checkout.\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 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\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n \nSwami Anandakumar\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=”8325″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Swami 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[/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]Havan (Sacred Fire Ceremony) – Every SaturdayHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatNovember 12\, 2022 - April 26\, 2025Yoga BuffetHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 15 @ 3:30 pm - April 26 @ 8:30 pm[ONLINE] Nervous System Reset March/April – 6 week courseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 23 @ 11:00 am - April 27 @ 12:30 pmView All Retreats and Events [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/power-of-awareness-silent-meditation-retreat-2021-2-2-2 CATEGORIES:Anahata Events,Anahata Retreats,Anahata Teacher Trainings,Offsite Events,Online Courses,Past Events,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20201227T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231201T170000 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 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:20200828 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200831 DTSTAMP:20250412T213036 CREATED:20190503T024556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200709T080345Z UID:4506-1598572800-1598831999@www.anahata-retreat.org.nz SUMMARY:Build Resilience: Yoga & Meditation Retreat at Tauhara Retreat Centre DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nAre you wanting to improve your ability to withstand life’s challenges? Do you wish you had a greater capacity to cope and adapt to adversity? Are you wanting to intentionally respond to life rather than react? Luckily\, our inner resilience is a natural part of who we are and is a trait that we can strengthen\, cultivate and build upon. \n \n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”1340″ img_size=”600×400″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]\nResilience is our ability to come back to our centre\, to rebound from adversity and to respond to a challenge in a creative way. Resilience is vital; without it\, we wouldn’t survive the accumulated hardships\, transitions\, and stressful situations that are present in even the most privileged people’s lives. The change we are all facing on some level due to the Covid-19 pandemic can be difficult to navigate with grace. Join us for our annual Tauhara Retreat to strengthen your body\, mind\, energy and nervous system during this time of uncertainty and learn tools to take into your daily life. Our ability to adapt\, adjust\, accommodate and find a new way forward requires us to step into our inner source of resilience. \nThe weekend includes theory\, yoga\, breathing\, meditation and chanting practices as well as self- reflection exercises to help cultivate resilience. Yoga builds resilience in the body and mind by introducing small amounts of stress in a controlled scenario. This can then be mirrored off of the yoga mat\, in our everyday lives. For example\, the next time you’re experiencing frustration toward a family member or current situation\, you might find it easier to come back to the breath and respond rather than react. We will identify why resilience is important\, how the practices of yoga & meditation can help to create the relaxation response and why it’s important in this day and age. \nAll bodies and levels of experience are welcome. \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\nTechniques to train the body and mind to respond rather than react \nWays to calm the nervous system through yogic practices like yoga nidra and pranayama\nPractices to Create new neural pathways that favour equanimity and resilience\nSupport to Raise your vital energy so your batteries are charged enough to face whatever arises in life\nMindfulness Techniques to develop positive attitudes in front of life\nHatha Yoga and Breathing sequences to calm the system and simultaneously strengthen it\nDeep Relaxation with Yoga Nidra and Restorative practices\nConnect and share with a community of like-minded people\nSoak in the hot pools (optional extra)\n\n \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nThe Retreat Venue\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Tauhara Retreat & Conference Centre\, 60 Acacia Heights Drive\, Taupo \nCheck in and registration from 3pm Friday \n\n4.30pm Hatha Yoga Class\n6pm dinner\n\nFinish Time: 2pm Sunday \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nAdditional Information\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nINVESTMENT:\nStandard Price: NZ$475 per person shared indoor accommodation. Please pay the full amount of your fee to Tauhara Centre by direct banking or credit card as follows: Please enter your name and Anahata to the payment. The Kiwibank account details are 38-9009-0271000-02 Kiwibank no longer accepts cheques. If you are unable to do direct banking\, please ring the Centre as we can remotely accept credit card payment. (incurs a 3% additional bank fee). Limited self contained room options are available (see below)\, to find out more\, please Tauhara directly.\nBedding: $15 per person\, please request\, or bring your own\nSpecial Diets: Gluten Free\, Vegan extra $15 per person per stay\nPrice includes: 2 nights shared accommodation\, all meals and teachings. Bedding and hot pools visit are extra. \n\nDAY PASSES & OFFSITE RETREAT OPTIONS: \nSaturday – day with lunch $105\nSaturday – day and evening\, lunch and dinner $130\nFull retreat – offsite $320\nFull payment required to hold your place.\nPrivate Yoga Consultations: Receive a personal yoga program\, ask questions and get guidance on your health\, spiritual life etc. Available Fri\, 28th Aug after 12pm\, please pre-book with Swami Karma Karuna omsatyam@anahata-retreat.org.nz\nPricing: 30 Mins – $50 60 Mins – $95 90 Mins $120 \nWHAT TO BRING:\nBedding (unless you have pre-arranged bedding rental)\nJacket (and rain gear is useful)\nWarm\, comfortable clothes (bring clothes for all seasons – as the weather is very changeable)\nSlip-on shoes and walking shoes if required (gumboots are useful)\nTowel and toiletries\nWater bottle\nTorch & extra batteries\nAlarm clock\nSwimwear (for optional hot springs visit)\nYoga Mat\, pillow\, bolster\, meditation blanket\nInstruments for Kirtan (optional)\nIF REQUIRED:\nSpecial foods or snacks\nWriting material or notebooks\nAny pharmaceuticals/medications needed for your stay \nWHAT NOT TO BRING:\nAlcohol and recreational drugs.\nCell phones to be turned off unless making calls or checking messages.\nPlease abstain from smoking on the retreat grounds during your stay. \nCANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY:\nFull payment required on booking\nCancellation more than 30 days from retreat start date – a full refund minus $50 admin fee\nCancellation 7 – 30 days out – 50% refund of amount paid\nCancellation within 7 days – no refund\nPlease note No refunds are available for early departure or late commencement. \n \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nTO BOOK\, PHONE (07) 378 7507 OR EMAIL: tauhara@tauharacentre.org.nz\nOR CLICK HERE TO BOOK THROUGH THE TAUHARA RETREAT WEBSITE\n\n \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\nTeachers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”7653″ img_size=”medium” 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=”7657″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Sn Atmabhava came to yoga for the health benefits and the practical and scientific methods immediately made a strong impression on him. He spent 10 years living the yogic lifestyle and teaching yoga\, meditation and chanting at Anahata Yoga Retreat. Now back in NZ\, Chris works therapeutically in Rimutaka prison and mental health sectors and continues to share on a variety different topics in workshops and weekend retreats around New Zealand.[/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]Havan (Sacred Fire Ceremony) – Every SaturdayHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatNovember 12\, 2022 - April 26\, 2025Yoga BuffetHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 15 @ 3:30 pm - April 26 @ 8:30 pm[ONLINE] Nervous System Reset March/April – 6 week courseHosted by: Anahata Yoga RetreatMarch 23 @ 11:00 am - April 27 @ 12:30 pmView All Retreats and Events [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/build-resilience LOCATION:Tauhara Retreat & Conference Centre\, 60 Acacia Heights Drive\, Taupo\, 3385\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Offsite Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Tauhara-signature-pic-2.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR

Yoga, Meditation & Nature Connection Retreat - Omberg SWEDEN

Yoga, Meditation & Nature Connection Retreat - Omberg SWEDEN

Yoga, Meditation & Nature Connection Retreat - Omberg SWEDEN

Yoga, Meditation & Nature Connection Retreat - Omberg SWEDEN

Yoga, Meditation & Nature Connection Retreat - Omberg SWEDEN

Yoga, Meditation & Nature Connection Retreat - Omberg SWEDEN

Yoga, Meditation & Nature Connection Retreat - Omberg SWEDEN