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SUMMARY:Spring Coming Home To Yourself with the Mana Team
DESCRIPTION:Time to Pause\nAre you ready to stop the clock\, pause\, take a deep breath and find your inner peace? \nTime to Explore\nExplore and experience a variety of different practices and classes throughout the weekend. \nTime to Replenish\nLet go of your list of things-to-do\, and restore balance to your mind\, body and soul. \n\nComing Home to Yourself\nComing Home is about coming home to yourself\, meeting yourself just as you are\, with kindness\, pausing\, exhaling\, and resting. This organic\, home-grown retreat is hosted and held by the team here at Mana. We provide a caring environment and a daily schedule with a variety of sessions available for all levels of experience from gentle yoga\, conscious dance movement to sound healing\, encouraging you to deepen your own personal practice or try something new. \nMana is the most beautiful tranquil place to visit that allows you to step away from life for a bit. The staff are so warm & welcoming\, the food so nourishing & delicious! Thank you so so much for sharing it with so many of us. I’ve been a number of times now & will continue to return! \nA stunning\, beautifully nourished environment\, thanks to all the hard work of those that tended to the land\, food\, and practices that created such a safe\, nurturing\, healing space for me to be free to attend to myself. The facilitators were wise and present and really supported connection. \nA beautiful\, transformational and restful weekend spent at mana. The food\, people and schedule were all so great\, thank you! \n\nWhat’s included?\n\nThree nights accommodation.\nBreakfast\, lunch and dinner – wholesome vegetarian cuisine.\nA daily schedule to restore balance to your mind\, body and soul.\n\n(please note that the schedule is subject to change and massage appointments are an additional charge and require booking in advance). \n \n\nIntroducing \nThe Teaching Team\n \nAmrit Saraswati  is a dedicated student and teacher of yoga and meditation. She completed her first yoga teacher training in 2012 and has been learning\, deepening and sharing traditional yoga practices in various retreat centres around New Zealand for the last decade. She teaches with compassion\, authenticity and humility. Her calm and concise teaching allows people to go deep within themselves and have their own unique experience. \nHedwig Bakker grew up in the Netherlands\, was trained as a teacher physical education and worked  as an outdoor instructor for 15 years until she left the Netherlands in 2000. Initially she travelled overseas\, then lived in India and Nepal for nine years where she engaged in Buddhist teachings & retreats and several charity projects. \nHedwig has been practicing meditation for over two decades and has been leading meditation classes\, courses and retreats since 2004. She is also a certified Holden Qi Gong teacher and leads all kinds of Qi Gong events.  These many years of personal practice and leading retreats & courses have resulted in a richness of experience and a genuine joy in sharing and guiding others in meditation & movement practice. Hedwig’s courses & classes are universal and suitable for people from all walks of life. Her approach is joyful\, gentle\, practical\, and with a sense of lightness and humour. \n\nBookings are now available. \nJoin us with friends\, family or just yourself for a rejuvenating and nourishing weekend\, giving back to yourself. \n \n 
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/spring-coming-home-to-yourself-with-the-mana-team/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Personal Retreats
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SUMMARY:September Relax and Wellness Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Relax and Wellness Weekend Retreat at Mana\n2 nights accommodation & delicious vegetarian meals  \nAre you looking for an affordable getaway to unwind from the pace of life? Catch your breath at a Mana Relaxation Weekend\, where you can experience recreation in a way that supports your wellness and well-being. An opportunity to rest and replenish with an optional daily schedule designed to cultivate relaxation.  \nMana is the most beautiful tranquil place to visit that allows you to step away from life for a bit. The staff are so warm & welcoming\, the food so nourishing & delicious! Thank you so so much for sharing it with so many of us. I’ve been a number of times now & will continue to return! \nDriving in Mana Retreat Centre you really do feel like you’re leaving the hustle and bustle behind to be enveloped by the earth. They make you feel looked after\, well-fed\, relaxed and supported. \nNon-judgmental\, quiet and contemplative sanctuary\, in the most beautiful location. \n\nWhat is included?\n\nTwo nights of accommodation.\nBreakfast\, lunch and dinner – wholesome vegetarian cuisine\nBeginners Qi Gong\, Meditation and Yoga classes\nPlenty of time to relax\, read\, walk in nature\, have a sauna\, bush bath or massage\n\n(please note massage appointments are an additional charge and require booking in advance\, schedule may change). \n \nInspired to see more? Watch our Relax and Wellness Video here. \n\nIntroducing\nYour Teachers\nAmrit Saraswati \nAmrit is a dedicated student and teacher of yoga and meditation. She completed her first yoga teacher training with Ashram Yoga in 2012 and has been learning\, deepening and sharing traditional yoga practices in various retreat Centre’s around New Zealand for the last decade. \nShe has been involved with the Silent Meditations Retreat for the last 10 years and is passionate about the transformation and growth it inspires in people. She teaches with compassion\, authenticity and humility. Her calm and concise teaching allows people to go deep within themselves and have their own unique experience. \n \nHedwig Bakker \nHedwig grew up in the Netherlands\, was trained as a teacher physical education and worked  as an outdoor instructor for 15 years until she left the Netherlands in 2000. Initially she travelled overseas\, then lived in India and Nepal for nine years where she engaged in Buddhist teachings & retreats and several charity projects. Hedwig has been practicing meditation for over two decades and has been leading meditation classes\, courses and retreats since 2004. She is also a certified Holden Qi Gong teacher and leads all kinds of Qi Gong events.  These many years of personal practice and leading retreats & courses have resulted in a richness of experience and a genuine joy in sharing and guiding others in meditation & movement practice. \nHedwig’s courses & classes are universal and suitable for people from all walks of life. Her approach is joyful\, gentle\, practical\, and with a sense of lightness and humour. \n\nSecure your spot with us.
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/september-relax-and-wellness-weekend/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Personal Retreats,Relax Weekend
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self Compassion with Anna Friis and Mara Elwood
DESCRIPTION:5 day Mindful Self-Compassion Retreat. \nWith Anna Friis and Mara Elwood \nSeptember 15th – 20th\, 2025 \nMindful Self-Compassion (MSC) combines the skills of mindfulness and self-compassion to enhance emotional wellbeing. MSC\, developed by Drs Kristen Neff and Christopher Germer\, uses meditations\, exercises\, and experiential activities to help us become less critical of ourselves and more open to all that life has to offer. We learn to become our own best ally and friend. \nSelf-compassion can be learned by anyone. It’s a courageous mental attitude that stands up to harm\, including the tendency towards self-criticism\, isolation\, and rumination when things go wrong. Self-compassion provides emotional strength and resilience\, allowing us to admit our shortcomings\, forgive ourselves\, and respond to ourselves and others with care and respect. \nRapidly expanding research has demonstrated that self-compassion enhances emotional well-being\, reduces anxiety\, depression and stress\, increases motivation\, and improves personal relationships. \n\nThis retreat includes:\n\nThe full MSC Programme taught over 5 days(fulfilling the pre-requisite for MSC Teacher Training)\nDelicious meals\nExclusive use of Mana Retreat Center and facilities\, including spa treatments\nYoga and Qigong classes\nOptional evening activities with the creative arts to extend the learning of the day.\n\nTuition Cost: $800 early bird fee until May 30th\, 2025 and a $900 thereafter. Accommodation and meals additional.  \nBookings are now available below. \n\nWorking with you has changed the most important relationship in my life .. the relationship with myself. For that\, I am truly grateful. – Vanessa \nYou are both absolute gems … this is the most mind-blowingly wonderful\,  life-changing  investment I have ever been lucky enough to participate in.”- Margot \n\nIntroducing\nThe Teaching Team\nDr Anna Friis PhD  Anna is a health psychologist working in private practice in Auckland New Zealand\, with a particular focus on mindfulness and compassion-oriented therapy. Following a high-paced corporate career\, she has a particular interest in helping people find balance\, ease and joy within their lives and workplaces. Anna has a PhD in  Health Psychology from the University of Auckland\, during which she created new scientific knowledge of the mental and physical health effects of self-compassion among diabetes patients. Her work has been published in several leading endocrinology journals. She is a certified teacher of Mindful Self-Compassion and speaks regularly on this topic at conferences and workshops throughout New Zealand.  Anna’s Website >>> \nMara Elwood\, MA CAT\, AThR is a creative arts therapist with a private practice in Island bay\, Wellington. She has been a mindfulness practitioner for over 20 years and has taught and worked with all ages.  She is a certified teacher of Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) and leads courses and intensive retreats.  Mara has experience with Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)\, Transcendental Meditation\, Non-Violent Communication (NVC)\, Focusing-Oriented Arts Therapy (FOAT)\, Nature-Based Expressive Arts\, Soul Collage\, Open Studio Process (OSP) and Mandala Assessment Research Instrument (MARI). Mara calls herself an insatiable creative and loves to upcycle in the art she produces. \nMara offers regular creative practice sessions online for wellbeing and for exploring aspects of Mindfulness and Self-Compassion with creativity.  She also brings her MSC and creative arts practice and training together for deepening the MSC learning during the retreats she leads. No artistic skill or training is required\, and all materials are supplied. \nMara’s Website>> \nMara’s Instagram>> \n\nSpecial note: We  wish to offer two subsidised scholarship places each retreat. Please enquire for more information.
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/mindful-self-compassion-with-anna-friis-and-mara-elwood/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Personal Retreats
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SUMMARY:Hormonal Harmony Retreat: Understanding\, Empowering\, and Celebrating Change
DESCRIPTION:Hormonal Harmony Retreat: Understanding\, Empowering\, and Celebrating Change \nWith Marie Tamatea \nAugust 12-14\, 2025 \n“Let’s honour and celebrate the hormonal changes we experience\, embracing the wisdom they bring”\n \n\nWhat to expect\nDaily yoga\, workshops including breath-work\, essential oils\, as well as a women’s health workshop run by registered nurse and registered naturopath who has been involved in healthcare for nearly 30 years. Diving into the science to gain a deeper understanding of our hormones\, we can release fear and negativity surrounding this life transition. \nTogether\, we’ll learn how to embrace these changes with confidence\, balance\, and vitality as we step into the next chapter of life. \n\nDaily Schedule \nTuesday 12th August \n2pm: Arrive \n2.30pm Vinyasa Yoga Flow \n3.30pm Welcome Circle \n6.00pm Dinner \n7.30pm Yin Yoga \n8.30-11pm Sauna Available \nWednesday 13th August \n07.30am Yoga Flow \n08.30am Breakfast \n10.30am Women’s Health & Hormones workshop \n1.00pm Lunch \n3.30pm Osho Meditation in the Sanctuary \n6.00pm Dinner \n7.30pm Essential Oils Workshop \n8.30-11pm Sauna available \nThursday 14th August \n07.30 Yoga Flow \n08.30am Breakfast \n10.30am Somatic Breathwork \n12.30pm Lunch \n1.30pm Closing Circle \n2.00pm Depart \n\nCosts:\nPrices Starting from: \n$600 per person including Tuition\, all meals and use of facilities \n\nIntroducing \nYour Teacher\nMarie Tamatea  \nAs a registered nurse for 28 years with a focus on natural medicine for the past 16 years\, I am passionate about health. \nMy aim is to empower you to bring balance back into your life. As a registered naturopath\, I am passionate about getting to the root cause of imbalance and safely guiding you on your path to wellness. \nMarie’s Facebook: https://finebalancenaturop.wixsite.com/yogaadventures? \n\nBookings:\n  \nFor bookings please visit this link: \nhttps://events.humanitix.com/hormone-harmony-retreat \nFor more information please contact Marie at finebalancenaturopath@gmail.com \n \n\n 
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/hormonal-harmony-retreat-understanding-empowering-and-celebrating-change/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Personal Retreats,Yoga
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