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SUMMARY:Into The Green - A Herbal Medicine Retreat with Clio Meyer
DESCRIPTION:  \nInto the Green Fabric of the World\nA Herbal Medicine Retreat\n  \nA bit of a green thumb? Or some herbal interest for the healing properties of plants? Here is a retreat to give it a go and dive into Herbal Medicine by doing it. \nWhat if all this time you knew that magic was real? Now is the time to unleash your wildest witch’s dreams and experience them in real life. Yes\, we will be brewing some remedies\, gathering in circles\, harvesting herbs\, and tasting edible wild plants. It will be so refreshing that our bodies will feel renewed\, vibrant\, and full of life! You will learn in a playful way to heal yourself and your loved ones with plants growing around you! \nWhat’s more\, my particularity is to facilitate everyone’s communication with the plants\, for you to actually know what you are creating. This isn’t your usual edible weed walk weekend – even though we will go in the garden and make green smoothies. We will go further than that\, with invitations to shift perception and meet the plants in a different way than by the book. This is to allow your natural herbal intuition to kick in\, and unleash your talents with plants. To literally enter and immerse yourself in the green fabric of the world. We will do drum journeys\, meditation and kinesiology with the plants. I will guide you & give you tools to (re)discover your own language with the green world and how to use it to make incredible herbal medicine. And this in a very simple and playful way! \nWhat if you could both have a playful and a restful time? On the majestic land of Mana Retreat Center\, we will be pampered by the beautiful staff and the luxurious facilities – featuring an outdoor bath\, a wooden sauna\, an octogon\, a sacred sanctuary\, and 160 hectares of pristine native bush. Let go of any stress\, and let yourself relax & be nourished\, the green way. \nWelcome to this luxurious Herbal Medicine Retreat! Welcome to the Green Fabric of the World! A playful and simple way to healing yourself and your loved ones with plants growing around you \n\nThis retreat will include:\n  \n– Wild edible & medicinal plant walks\n– Drum journeys\n– Crafting herbal medicine: tinctures\, infused oils\, herbal extracts and resins\, herbal exfoliant\, natural detergents\, and more\n– Shift perception to acquire new knowledge and strong herbal intuition\n– Plant communication\, kinesiology\, and herbal dietas\n– Sauna and herbal scrub\n– Harvesting wild plants for the kitchen\n– Healing sounds and ceremony\n– Rest\, recalibrate\, relax\, and enjoy nourishing food & the natural tranquility of the place\n– Connect amongst a group of like-minded souls\n– Laugh\, play\, alone time\, sleep… \n\nTestimonials:\n“Beautiful offering. After having attended two retreats with Clio myself\, I can highly recommend signing up for one and bathing in the wealth of knowledge and connection she brings to her workshops and retreats. In particular the retreat space offers a immersion you can’t really achieve otherwise.” D.P.\, Coromandel \n“Thank you so much for organising this retreat for us. I had such a lovely time away from the noise of my world\, I wish it had been longer is my only complaint! I’ve also been using the two oils I purchased from you\, my gosh they are SO potent! Magic in a bottle! The moonlight oil just does SOMETHING to me\, its amazing.” S.D.\, Auckland \n“Thank you Clio!\nI was blown away how seamlessly and with ease you held each one of us\, while imparting your incredible knowledge and enthusiasm. It was perfectly paced and just oh so delicious!!! Long drive home\, but I was buzzing all the way\, and reflected on gratitude that the timing was perfect to join this retreat. I will continue to incorporate some of your gems of wisdom into my routine. Much love and light” S.H.\, Auckland \n“What a glorious weekend it was – thank you so much. It was such a gift and at a perfect time for me . . . now I need to carve out a bit more space to practice\, and play with treasures that you shared.” A.G.\, Raglan \n“I want to thank you so much for running your beautiful retreat\, and sharing your amazing plant knowledge. Really special to be on your first one.\nYou held the space in perfect balance and allowed things to unfold (felt like how flower opens its petals – nature does not rush it). Admired your delicate approach. Felt very comfortable and so enjoyed the nourishing food\, and treats\, and felt spoilt with everything we got to take home. Most of all I got to learn a more respectful way to be with plants. Back home Sunday night\, was so still – I took notice of a pittosporum tree – (which I never paid much attention to)\, and felt like it’s leaves tickled my face.” L.M.\, Waihi \n\nMore about your host:\nClio loves to create spaces for people to meet plants. She likes to empower people to create vibrant herbal remedies for themselves and their loved ones\, by deeply listening to the breathing forest’s harmony.\nWith her herbalist dad\, she learned early on how to observe Nature and how to heal with plants. She first completed a MS in Earth physics\, which gave her a solid scientific foundation.\nLater she completed two apprenticeships in shamanic herbalism with Amy McComb (Herbal Diploma in Biofield therapy from Plant Rhythms) in the lineage of Susun Weed\, and together went through dietas of over a hundred Native and European plants and trees.\nWith a second background in physical theatre (Ecole Internationale Jacques Lecoq)\, she now teaches her sensible approach to herbal medicine\, offering full immersion retreats\, ceremonies and workshops. \n\nA word from your host:\n  \nThis Herbal Medicine retreat at the end of summer is an opportunity for us to ground in our bodies\, to relax in the bountiful Nature and to fully embrace the harvesting season. \nOf course we will be exploring different ways to prepare herbal medicine\, that can honour and work on the many layers of the human body\, heart and soul. Plants have many ways to share their wisdom and medicines\, and it is up to us to allow them into our lives. For this purpose\, we will engage with plants in various forms\, from journeying with the drum to meet the plants spirits\, immerse in Nature\, harvesting playfully\, discovering herbal kinesiology\, dietas\, creating art & rituals\, slowly tuning into our herbal intuition\, getting confident in there\, and create highly potent medicines. My wish is to empower anyone who wants to connect with Plants and Trees. \nThis threshold between summer and autumn calls for strong medicines\, like tinctures\, resins\, scrubs\, oils. And a potent support of music. After all\, many traditions around the world sing the vibrations of the plants to activate the plant medicine in the human body. I am so excited to have Matt Pike\, a talented musician\, join us to amplify our medicine making. \nTo ice the picture\, we will be hosted in the most fabulous and magical place\, Mana Retreat Center\, featuring an outdoor bath\, sauna\, a chapel on top of the crystal mountain\, 160 acres of pristine bush\, lush garden and facilities\, and a delightful crew feeding us wholesome meals. \nAt the end of this journey\, you will bring home the medicines you crafted\, a beautiful manual with transmissions and recipes\, giggles with like-minded souls\, some old and new experiences with the green world\, and hopefully a lot of joy\, inspiration and more! \nI am bringing all the transmissions that have been passed down to me as a herbalist so far\, as I am being called back to my roots\, to travel back to France for a while. \nFor those who’ve been to my retreats before\, it will be reawakening your gifts and going deeper into your craft and healing with the plants. For beginners\, elders\, plant lovers\, I wish this journey to be a seeding and potent reunion of our souls\, around the big fire that ignites herbal medicine in all of us. \nUntil then\, may you see the beauty in you and surrounding you 🌿💚\nMany green blessings\,\nClio
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/a-herbal-medicine-retreat/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Self-care
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SUMMARY:Qi Gong Retreat with Hedwig
DESCRIPTION:3-Day Qi Gong Retreat with Hedwig\n13 March\, 4pm – 16 March\, 2pm\n\nQi Gong is the art of working with your internal energy: increasing\, improving and optimizing your aliveness\, the ‘inner spark’ within yourself. We want to unlock the power within ourselves\, and Qi Gong offers a variety of skilful ways to unlock this precious internal energy. Energy here refers to internal power and potential. The power and potential to have a healthy body full of energy\, to feel happy\, joyful\, connected\, fulfilled\, and the power of a calm\, clear and intuitive mind. \nThere are seven principles of practice\, seven ‘ingredients’’ that when applied in a certain order\, make your Qi Gong practice very efficient\, powerful\, dynamic\, rich and complete. The seven principles are: breathwork\, warm-up\, stretching\, activation\, flows\, standing postures and meditation. \nDuring the retreat we will take a deep dive into each of these principles so that you start to understand the why and the how behind every aspect of working with the life-giving energy you have within. \nWe will also explore how our practice relates to life itself. It is empowering to learn skills on how to transform stress into vitality\, how to stay connected in challenging situations\, how to move and live with effortless ease instead of ‘efforting’ our way through every day. And so\, Qi Gong can be seen and practiced as ‘a way of life’. \n\nWhat other people had to say:\nI love this truly awesome practice. Hedwig is a wonderful teacher and this practice is absolutely supreme\, it fills my cup every time I do it. \nMy gratitude and appreciation for all you shared. My heart feels open and my base feels stronger. I am ready to journey on. \nHedwig’s Qi Gong retreat was such a precious experience – held in the beautiful surrounds of Mana\, I could really sink into her teachings\, practise deeply and cultivate motivation and ideas for continuing the practise at home. I wholeheartedly recommend Mana and especially the Qi Gong retreat with Hedwig. \nHedwig’s Qigong Retreat was amazing! I loved everything about it. The way Hedwig teaches Qi Gong is so informative\, interesting and easy to understand and follow. Loved the meditations as well and the balance between the two. \nIncredible experience. Hedwig is compassionate\, fun and passionate. Amazing teacher\, privileged to be there. She soars in joy and flow of Qi Gong \n\nWhat to Expect:\n\nLearn practices that support your health\, vitality and well-being.\nPractice different styles of Qi Gong: Five Elements\, Breathwork\, Tao Yin (an early form of Qi Gong)\, Three Treasures and more.\nLearn how to design your own Qi Gong routines.\nLectures on meridian theory\, energy anatomy\, 5 Elements theory\, acupressure\, healing.\nEnjoy the beauty\, magic and nourishing environment of Mana Retreat centre with its stunning grounds\, expansive views\, gorgeous meals and supportive staff.\nPlease note that some parts of the retreat will be conducted in silence.\n\n\nDaily Schedule:\n  \n \n  \n\nYour Teacher\n \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.  \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. \n\nThis retreat is suitable for all skill levels: those new to Qi Gong as well as those with previous experience. \nFor an impression of the practice\, visit: \nhttps://www.youtube.com/@QiGongwithHedwig \nor https://www.facebook.com/qi.gong.with.hedwig \n 
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/qi-gong-with-hedwig/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Meditation,QiGong, Bodylight & Pilates
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SUMMARY:Open Floor Community Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join a fabulous Open Floor Dance community\, sharing the joy of embodied movement most Tuesdays at Mana.  \nWhen: \nMost Tuesday Mornings at Mana. \nTime: 10:00–11:45AM / COST: $25-$20 Sliding Scale \nFeel free to arrive from 9:45am. T he music will be on if you’d like a longer warmup\, or if you’re new come early so we can welcome you. \nWhat is Open Floor Conscious Dance? \nOpen Floor is a lively dance and movement practice that energises the body and opens the mind. \nThere are no moves to learn. We simply show up and move with whatever is present: our creative minds\, our tender hearts\, our joys and excitements\, our aches and pains. And in the process we discover our own unique dance. \nClasses include guided inquiry as well as time to follow your own dance. The teachers select diverse music to inspire creative expression\, wild abandon and quiet awareness. Sometimes we experience insights and healing\, and sometimes we simply have a great dance. \nThe open dance floor becomes a playground for exploring the relational nature of being human: our ever-changing needs for solitude\, connection and a sense of community. We learn life skills that serve us on and off the dance floor\, helping us to develop a flexibility and resilience that enables us to respond creatively to life. \nNo experience is required. \nThe invitation is to come just as you are. \nFOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OPEN FLOOR DANCE LOCATIONS CONTACT PIPPA OR LISA \nPippa: 02102963632 or visit Prana Dance \nInstagram: @pranadance_nz / www.facebook\,com/pranadance \nLisa: 0211754741 or visit www.wildbonesopenfloor.co.nz \nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildbonesopenfloor \nEmail: wildbonesopenfloor@gmail.com
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/open-floor-community-dance-2/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Conscious Dance
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SUMMARY:Point of Balance - An Autumn Equinox Dance of Light & Dark with Geordie Jahner\, Ph.D. & Sacha Paddy
DESCRIPTION:POINT OF BALANCE\nAn Autumn Equinox Dance of Light & Dark\nAN OPEN FLOOR DANCE RETREAT\n  \nGeordie Jahner Ph.D. and Sacha Paddy are thrilled to extend a heartfelt invitation to all keen movers. Join us for an invigorating 4-day conscious dance retreat over the Autumn Equinox\, at stunning Mana Retreat Centre. \nIn the spirit of an extended Pure Practice\, this is a juicy opportunity to undertake both individual and collective soul work as we navigate the dance of being alive on Earth at this time. As we embrace the transformative power of conscious dance\, art and ritual\, prepare to embark on a soulful equinox journey filled with unique experiences that will ignite your curiosity and creativity\, while connecting with others who share a passion for movement and community. \nWe warmly welcome you to immerse yourself in this enriching retreat\, celebrating the Autumn Equinox and your life! \nJoin us as we dance\, share\, and grow together! \nDuring our time together we will: \n\nMove\nDraw\nWrite\nShare\nCreate ritual\n\nWith intentions to: \n\nundertake individual and collective soul work\nembody resources for finding pathways through light and dark times\nfind balance together in the midst of uncertainty\nhonour the joy and abundance of harvest & seed collecting at equinox time\nreflect on where you are standing now in the spiritual pilgrimage of your life\nalign with fresh new directions\n\n\nHOURS\nBegins Friday March 20 \n\ncheck in @ Mana 2pm\nfirst session in octagon 3pm\n\nEnds Tuesday March 24 \n\nfinal session ends 1pm\nlunch 1-2pm\n\nPRICING\nTUITION: \nFull price $400\nLower income $280\nPlease pay for tuition generously in alignment with your means. \nPlease ensure that you book both Tuition AND Accommodation tickets. \n\nIntroducing\nYour Teachers\nGeordie Jahner\, Ph.D. is a Founding Member of Open Floor International. She is a teacher\, trainer and member of the Open Floor curriculum keepers circle. \nBorn in Aotearoa\, Geordie lives in Coromandel with her beloved. She has danced her whole life and studied a multitude of different dance forms\, embodiment practices & somatic psychology. \nGeordie is passionate about exploring \n\ndance as a performing art\ndance as a healing art\ndance as spiritual practice & meditation\n\nShe is deeply curious about the intersection of embodiment practice\, psychology and spirituality. She is trained to teach: 5Rhythms\, Tamalpa Life/Art Process\, Authentic Movement\, Open Floor Movement Practice \nGeordie has completed Masters and Ph.D. in Psychology\, with emphasis in movement-based expressive arts therapy. \n\nSacha Paddy – I grew up in England\, moved to Aotearoa at 13 and am now blessed to live on Waiheke Island with my partner and daughter. \nI’ve always loved movement\, and discovering conscious dance through 5Rhythms and then Open Floor was a revelation to find practices that supported such depth of exploration and transformation whilst still being dynamic\, light and fun. \nI have now been teaching dance for nearly 20 years\, and have witnessed the power of movement in community to grow\, connect and heal us\, and also how much this goodness is needed in the world. \nI’m a lover of nature\, trees\, birds and ocean swims\, and seeking ways through movement practice to remind us of our rightful relationship with earth and with each other. \nTrainings include: \n\nCertified teacher of Open Floor and 5Rhythms Dance\nDiploma in Holistic bodywork\nYoga teaching\nCertificate in Somatic Embodiment & Regulation Strategies
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/open-floor-equinox/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Conscious Dance
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SUMMARY:Pause | Rest | Renew with Jo Monaghan
DESCRIPTION:Pause | Rest | Renew\nAutumn Wellness Retreat\nWith Jo Monaghan\n  \nJoin Jo Monaghan for a relaxed retreat where you can slow down\, centre yourself\, and simply be. Enjoy both energising and relaxing yoga sessions\, along with breathwork and guided meditation to help you unwind and reset.\nNo experience is necessary; just bring a willingness to move\, breathe\, and be – in rhythm with your body and nature.\nThe programme is simple and is designed to help you feel balanced\, reconnected and centred.\nMany people leave feeling calmer\, lighter and more grounded—and I’d love for you to experience that too.\nEverything is optional and all you need to do is decide the flow of the days that works for you.\nThe classes are for all levels\, people new to retreats and yoga are welcome. Please be mindful that if you are an experienced yogi wanting a challenge then this may not be the retreat for you. \n\nYour retreat includes\n• Daily Vinyasa Flow and Yin Style Relaxing Yoga\n• Guided Meditation and Breathwork\n• Delicious healthy meals (and great desserts!)\n• Nature walks and mountain hikes\n• Sauna and bush bath\n• Time to unwind and relax \nMassages can be booked directly with Mana for an extra cost. \nHead over to https://www.jomonaghan.com/mana2026 to check out the video of previous retreats. \nSchedule\nNote that it may change slightly…we will go with the flow!\nMassages can be booked directly with Mana to fit in with session times and sauna will be on to suit our schedule \nFRIDAY MARCH 27 TH\nYou are welcome to arrive after 11am to settle in.\n1.00pm: Lunch\n3.00-5.00pm: Yin/Yang Flow Yoga / Welcome Circle\n6.00pm: Dinner\n7.30-8.30pm: Yin/relaxing yoga practice \nSATURDAY MARCH 28 TH\n7.30am: Morning practice (Breathwork/ meditation/gentle movement)\n8.30am: Breakfast\n11.30-12.45pm Vinyasa Flow yoga practice\n1.00pm: Lunch\nFree afternoon\n6.00pm: Dinner\n7.30-8.30pm: Yin/relaxing yoga practice \nSUNDAY MARCH 29 TH\n7.30am: Morning practice (Breathwork/ meditation/gentle movement)\n8.30am: Breakfast\n10.30am: Vinyasa Flow yoga practice and Closing Circle (possibly at the Sanctuary!)\n1.00pm: Lunch\nFarewells! \n\nTestimonials\n“The yoga retreat was epic. Jo is a fantastic yoga instructor and guided me with ease to find my level of ability. No pressure\, my pace and a fun retreat. I highly recommend you put Jo on your bucket list !!” \n“What a wonderful experience at the Mana retreat. This was my second time attending Jo’s retreat with three friends\, and we could not fault her retreat. Jo is extremely intuitive and naturally understands what we want: a mixture of yoga and breathwork it’s like a big hug and pure bliss. It is just what the doctor ordered\, and we will most certainly be back.” \n“This retreat was just what I needed – it was the perfect length\, in the perfect location. Jo’s teaching style is so inclusive and non-confrontational. She brings yoga back to what it should be\, which is enjoyable and what is comfortable for you. I would definitely come again!” \n\nThe Teacher – Jo Monaghan\nHaving spent decades in the corporate world\, I understand how stress impacts us and the benefits of yoga\, meditation and breathwork to create a balanced life.\nI also understand how hard it is sometimes to switch off and just “be”\, and my retreats are designed to help you do that\, in a relaxed\, inclusive and positive way.\nI believe that Yoga is all about connection\, to oneself and to others. Yoga has always uplifted me and enabled me to thrive and become more in flow with life\, able to meet its challenges with greater ease.\nI am a 500Hr RYT certified yoga teacher\, the style I primarily teach is Vinyasa Flow\, which connects breath with movement to calm the nervous system\, create body awareness and improve energy flow.\nI love teaching yoga and have expanded this to creating wellbeing retreats in epic locations that are intended to help you ‘disconnect to reconnect’ with Nature\, yourselves and each other. \nFeel free to contact me directly\, or for more information\, check out my website: www.jomonaghan.com/wellbeing \n\nFor more information\nWebsite contact info:\nwww.jomonaghan.com\nemail: jo@jomonaghan.com\ntel: 021 547 245 \n 
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/pause-rest-renew/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Yoga
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SUMMARY:Open Floor Community Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join a fabulous Open Floor Dance community\, sharing the joy of embodied movement most Tuesdays at Mana.  \nWhen: \nMost Tuesday Mornings at Mana. \nTime: 10:00–11:45AM / COST: $25-$20 Sliding Scale \nFeel free to arrive from 9:45am. T he music will be on if you’d like a longer warmup\, or if you’re new come early so we can welcome you. \nWhat is Open Floor Conscious Dance? \nOpen Floor is a lively dance and movement practice that energises the body and opens the mind. \nThere are no moves to learn. We simply show up and move with whatever is present: our creative minds\, our tender hearts\, our joys and excitements\, our aches and pains. And in the process we discover our own unique dance. \nClasses include guided inquiry as well as time to follow your own dance. The teachers select diverse music to inspire creative expression\, wild abandon and quiet awareness. Sometimes we experience insights and healing\, and sometimes we simply have a great dance. \nThe open dance floor becomes a playground for exploring the relational nature of being human: our ever-changing needs for solitude\, connection and a sense of community. We learn life skills that serve us on and off the dance floor\, helping us to develop a flexibility and resilience that enables us to respond creatively to life. \nNo experience is required. \nThe invitation is to come just as you are. \nFOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OPEN FLOOR DANCE LOCATIONS CONTACT PIPPA OR LISA \nPippa: 02102963632 or visit Prana Dance \nInstagram: @pranadance_nz / www.facebook\,com/pranadance \nLisa: 0211754741 or visit www.wildbonesopenfloor.co.nz \nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildbonesopenfloor \nEmail: wildbonesopenfloor@gmail.com
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/open-floor-community-dance-2/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Conscious Dance
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SUMMARY:Easter Coming Home to Yourself Retreat at Mana
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 massage appointments are an additional charge and require booking in advance). \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/easter-coming-home-to-yourself-retreat-at-mana/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260407T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260407T234500
DTSTAMP:20260404T083852
CREATED:20260201T235448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T210043Z
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SUMMARY:Open Floor Community Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join a fabulous Open Floor Dance community\, sharing the joy of embodied movement most Tuesdays at Mana.  \nWhen: \nMost Tuesday Mornings at Mana. \nTime: 10:00–11:45AM / COST: $25-$20 Sliding Scale \nFeel free to arrive from 9:45am. T he music will be on if you’d like a longer warmup\, or if you’re new come early so we can welcome you. \nWhat is Open Floor Conscious Dance? \nOpen Floor is a lively dance and movement practice that energises the body and opens the mind. \nThere are no moves to learn. We simply show up and move with whatever is present: our creative minds\, our tender hearts\, our joys and excitements\, our aches and pains. And in the process we discover our own unique dance. \nClasses include guided inquiry as well as time to follow your own dance. The teachers select diverse music to inspire creative expression\, wild abandon and quiet awareness. Sometimes we experience insights and healing\, and sometimes we simply have a great dance. \nThe open dance floor becomes a playground for exploring the relational nature of being human: our ever-changing needs for solitude\, connection and a sense of community. We learn life skills that serve us on and off the dance floor\, helping us to develop a flexibility and resilience that enables us to respond creatively to life. \nNo experience is required. \nThe invitation is to come just as you are. \nFOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OPEN FLOOR DANCE LOCATIONS CONTACT PIPPA OR LISA \nPippa: 02102963632 or visit Prana Dance \nInstagram: @pranadance_nz / www.facebook\,com/pranadance \nLisa: 0211754741 or visit www.wildbonesopenfloor.co.nz \nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildbonesopenfloor \nEmail: wildbonesopenfloor@gmail.com
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/open-floor-community-dance-2/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Conscious Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260410T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260415T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083852
CREATED:20251022T040140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T030634Z
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SUMMARY:5 Day Silent Meditation Retreat with Amrit Saraswati\, Yogamurti Saraswati and Scott Connor
DESCRIPTION:Join Amrit\, Yogamurti and Scott for an inner journey to discover the beauty of silence and explore the Self through various yogic techniques and meditation practices. \nThe retreat will be held at the stunning Mana Retreat Centre\, which is nestled in the luxuriant bush covered hills of the Coromandel with views out over the sea and islands. The warm\, welcoming\, natural atmosphere supports individual learning and renewal. \n\nThe Yogic Way of Meditation \nContrary to what many people think\, meditation is not passive nor is it about having an empty mind. Instead\, it is about self-exploration and allowing our innermost being to express itself. \nIn this yogic tradition\, we utilise breath awareness\, mantras (sacred sounds)\, charkas (energy centres)\, and energy pathways to develop subtle awareness and penetrate the deeper layers of our mind. \nRather than viewing our thoughts and emotions as distractions\, we work with what is and embrace the total spectrum of our inner experience with self-compassion and kindness. This eventually leads us to discover our true nature – the treasure within. \n\nThe Programme \nWe offer a well-structured programme. Each day is woven together by: \n– Sitting and Walking Meditation\n– Hatha Yoga (asana\, pranayama\, mudra\, and bandha)\n– Yoga Nidra (guided relaxation)\n– Chanting\n– Group Discussions\n– Use of Sauna and Bush Bath\n– Free Time to Rest and Connect with Nature \nA day will look like this:  \n6.30am Yoga – Asana & Pranayama\n8.00-9.30am Breakfast & Free Time\n9.30am Meditation\n10.30am Break\n11.00am Meditation\n12.15pm Yoga Nidra\n1.00-4.00pm Lunch & Free Time\n4.00pm Yoga – Asana & Pranayama\n5.00pm Meditation\n6.30pm Dinner\n7.30pm Evening Session \nThis retreat offers a deep dive into the self. Although it accommodates all experience levels\, a genuine willingness and openness for self-exploration will help you get the most from the experience. Throughout the retreat\, you will be guided with compassion and respect. We create a safe and nurturing space for you to go deep. \n\nSilence \nSilence\, a spiritual practice in itself\, enables us to internalise and supports a deeper kind of nourishment. In a silent and meditative environment\, the body relaxes\, awareness sharpens\, and space opens for hidden impressions to release and insights to develop. Silence allows us to slow down and be truly present with our senses and the world around us. \nSilence will be observed from Friday until the end of the retreat. You will have opportunities to ask questions and share your experience during group discussions. \n\nWhat others say about this retreat: \n“Every person I met at the retreat had some need for tender care. And the land\, the staff\, the teachers and the teaching shared\, do just that. They create the conditions for you to open up to healing.” – Francesca Bacci \n“The structure of the meditation retreat was a well thought out balance between movement and stillness which allowed for a smooth transition from daily life into peacefulness and relaxation.” – Fay \n“Silent Meditation Retreats have been more healing and revealing than any other ‘personal growth initiative’ I have undertaken…Each retreat has strengthened the relationship with myself.” – Sarah \n\nIntroducing\nThe Teaching Team \nAmrit Saraswati \n \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 offering Silent Meditations Retreats 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\nFor any enquiries\, please get in touch with Amrit at 108hariaum@gmail.com \n \n 
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/5-day-silent-retreat/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Silent Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260417T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260419T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083852
CREATED:20251022T040930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T230824Z
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SUMMARY:April Relax and Wellness Weekend with The Mana Team
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/april-relax-and-wellness/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Relax Weekend
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260421T140000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260428T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083852
CREATED:20250803T035230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T231811Z
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SUMMARY:Yogamind with Glenn Ceresoli
DESCRIPTION:Seven-day Residential Yoga Retreat\nA retreat at Mana is such a special experience\, from the pristine environment\, the inspiring outlook over the hills and waterways\, to the yoga hall\, the lovingly prepared food and the staff who go out of their way to accommodate our every need. \nMargaret and I are very much looking forward to returning this year and we would like to invite you to join us. If you are interested\, either as a returning participant or a first time experience to a residential yoga retreat\, we are inviting you to register an expression of interest so we can keep you updated on the latest developments for this unique yoga retreat experience. \n\nRetreat Details\nRetreat Starts — Tuesday 21 April at 4:30pm (Restorative Class)\nFinishes — Tuesday 28 April\, 10:30am (after Brunch) \n\nRetreat Schedule\n06:45—10:00 Pranayama/Asana\n10:15 Breakfast\n13:15 Lunch\n16:30—18:30 Asana\n19:00 Dinner \n\nIntroducing\nThe Teaching Team\nMargaret & Glenn Ceresoli Margaret & Glenn have an innate and deep understanding of the practice of Yoga stemming from years of learning and practising. Both certified Iyengar Yoga Teachers; Glenn & Margaret owned and ran the Action School of Yoga—the first Iyengar Yoga School in Melbourne—for over 20 years. While they both conduct classes and workshops individually—locally and internationally—they also run Iyengar Yoga Teacher Training courses and international Yoga Retreats together.\nA yoga class\, workshop or retreat with Glenn or Margaret is a unique opportunity to experience and imbibe their 35 years of insight on how to transform the unconscious habits and conditions of the body/mind. Welcome to Yogamind—we look forward to working with you and to accompanying you on your path of yoga and constant\, integrated awareness. \n\nFor more information or registration\, please Contact Eira Kramer via email eirapunt@outlook.com
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/yogamind-with-glenn-ceresoli/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260501T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260503T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083852
CREATED:20251022T041157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T231945Z
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SUMMARY:Movement & Meditation with Geordie Jahner & Lauren Henry
DESCRIPTION:In this weekend retreat\, we will explore a fluid interplay of dance\, yoga\, and meditation. This fusion of movement and meditation can be a powerful tool for individuals seeking to connect with their body\, enhance focus\, and cultivate a sense of inner peace. \nWe will explore multi-faceted movement explorations\, deepen through breathwork and breath aligned asana\, and settle with systematic relaxation and meditation. \nWe use the movement practices of Open Floor\, Yoga\, Vishoka Meditation and breath awareness to help us: \n\nMove freely\nUnite mind\, body and breath\nCultivate healthy breathing & pranic sensitivity\nDraw the senses inward\nCome to rest in the source of joy & tranquility\n\nGeordie & Lauren will invite you to listen and rest into a flow of awareness that is smooth\, even\, full\, deep\, silent and continuous. \nNo prior experience needed. All welcome! \n\nIntroducing\nYour Teachers\n  \nGeordie Jahner\, Ph.D is deeply curious about the intersection of embodiment practice\, psychology and spirituality. She has been teaching conscious movement for 40+ years\, including Open Floor\, 5Rhythms Dance and Tamalpa Life/Art Process. Geordie is a founding member of Open Floor International and has completed a Ph.D. in Psychology\, with emphasis in movement-based expressive arts therapy. \n  \n  \n  \nLauren Henry has an extensive background in studies of yoga\, meditation\, tai chi\, qi gong and music from teachers around the world. His approach to teaching Yoga and Meditation is firmly rooted in the eight limbs of Yoga as codified by the sage Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras. He will also offer a sound bath with Native American flute\, Tibetan sound bowls\, and various percussion instruments. \n 
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/movement-meditation/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Movement and Sound
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260508T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260510T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083852
CREATED:20251007T220118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T023153Z
UID:10001116-1778256000-1778421600@manaretreat.com
SUMMARY:Mother's Day Relax and Wellness weekend with the Mana Team
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/mothers-day-relax-and-wellness-weekend-with-the-mana-team/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Relax Weekend
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260511T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260517T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083852
CREATED:20250802T035013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T211546Z
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SUMMARY:The Elemental Nature of All Things - A Mindfulness Meditation Retreat on the 4 Primary Elements
DESCRIPTION:The meditation on the four primary elements helps see through or penetrate beyond the normal level of conceptual labels and categories. One begins to understand and experience that the elements of solidity (earth)\, liquidity (water)\, motion (air)\, and temperature (fire) are within all material phenomena including ourselves. This practice helps us discover the impermanent and insubstantial nature of all things and dissolves the notion of separateness. It reveals that we live in a shared and interconnected universe. \nEach day there will be a talk and systematic meditation instructions on the 4 primary elements found within the foundation of the Body from the four foundations of mindfulness. These teachings and practices will emphasize quieting the mind\, opening the heart\, and developing clarity\, wisdom\, and compassion; and foster the depth of practice. This retreat is suitable for both new and experienced meditation students as well as for anyone teaching mindfulness or aspiring to teach mindfulness in healthcare\, psychology\, education\, science\, government\, or in the business and corporate sectors. \nPlease note: \n\nThis retreat fulfills some of the retreat requirements for MBSR and other mindfulness teacher trainings.\nIt is a silent retreat.\nThe tuition fee covers only the teacher’s travel expenses and accommodation. Dana (a donation) for the teachings is warmly welcomed.\n\n\nIntroducing \nYour Teachers:\nBob Stahl\, PhD\, founded 8 Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction programs in medical centers in the SF Bay Area. He serves as an Assistant Professor of the Practice at Brown University Mindfulness Center and formerly at the Center for Mindfulness at the UMass. Medical School. Bob teaches mindfulness meditation retreats worldwide and is the former guiding teacher at Insight Santa Cruz and a visiting teacher at Spirit Rock. Insight Meditation Society\, and Insight Retreat Center. He is coauthor of 5 books: A Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Workbook\n(1 st & 2 nd editions)\, Living With Your Heart Wide Open\, Calming the Rush of Panic\, A Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Workbook for Anxiety\, and MBSR Everyday. \nJan Landry\, BSN MA\, has worked in the field of hospice care both as a nurse and as a chaplain\, for over 30 years. Her work in the field of death and dying\, serves as an ongoing reminder of how precious each and every moment of life is\, and informs her meditation practice which has developed and deepened over many years. She is a yoga practitioner\, a student of the Ridhwan School and of life. As a teacher of mindfulness meditation\, she hopes to support others in cultivating a practice of mindfulness that fosters awareness and deep listening to the inner wisdom of one’s own heart. \n  \nFor more information visit: \nhttps://www.mindfulnessprograms.com
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/mindfulness-retreat/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260519T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260519T104500
DTSTAMP:20260404T083852
CREATED:20260201T235448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T210043Z
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SUMMARY:Open Floor Community Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join a fabulous Open Floor Dance community\, sharing the joy of embodied movement most Tuesdays at Mana.  \nWhen: \nMost Tuesday Mornings at Mana. \nTime: 10:00–11:45AM / COST: $25-$20 Sliding Scale \nFeel free to arrive from 9:45am. T he music will be on if you’d like a longer warmup\, or if you’re new come early so we can welcome you. \nWhat is Open Floor Conscious Dance? \nOpen Floor is a lively dance and movement practice that energises the body and opens the mind. \nThere are no moves to learn. We simply show up and move with whatever is present: our creative minds\, our tender hearts\, our joys and excitements\, our aches and pains. And in the process we discover our own unique dance. \nClasses include guided inquiry as well as time to follow your own dance. The teachers select diverse music to inspire creative expression\, wild abandon and quiet awareness. Sometimes we experience insights and healing\, and sometimes we simply have a great dance. \nThe open dance floor becomes a playground for exploring the relational nature of being human: our ever-changing needs for solitude\, connection and a sense of community. We learn life skills that serve us on and off the dance floor\, helping us to develop a flexibility and resilience that enables us to respond creatively to life. \nNo experience is required. \nThe invitation is to come just as you are. \nFOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OPEN FLOOR DANCE LOCATIONS CONTACT PIPPA OR LISA \nPippa: 02102963632 or visit Prana Dance \nInstagram: @pranadance_nz / www.facebook\,com/pranadance \nLisa: 0211754741 or visit www.wildbonesopenfloor.co.nz \nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildbonesopenfloor \nEmail: wildbonesopenfloor@gmail.com
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/open-floor-community-dance-2/2026-05-19/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Conscious Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260522T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260524T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083852
CREATED:20251022T043145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T043221Z
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SUMMARY:Bodylight Retreat
DESCRIPTION:For more information and bookings please visit: \nhttps://bodylight.co.nz/yoga-pilates-qi-gong-retreat/ \n 
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/bodylight-retreat/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260526T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260526T104500
DTSTAMP:20260404T083852
CREATED:20260201T235448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T210043Z
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SUMMARY:Open Floor Community Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join a fabulous Open Floor Dance community\, sharing the joy of embodied movement most Tuesdays at Mana.  \nWhen: \nMost Tuesday Mornings at Mana. \nTime: 10:00–11:45AM / COST: $25-$20 Sliding Scale \nFeel free to arrive from 9:45am. T he music will be on if you’d like a longer warmup\, or if you’re new come early so we can welcome you. \nWhat is Open Floor Conscious Dance? \nOpen Floor is a lively dance and movement practice that energises the body and opens the mind. \nThere are no moves to learn. We simply show up and move with whatever is present: our creative minds\, our tender hearts\, our joys and excitements\, our aches and pains. And in the process we discover our own unique dance. \nClasses include guided inquiry as well as time to follow your own dance. The teachers select diverse music to inspire creative expression\, wild abandon and quiet awareness. Sometimes we experience insights and healing\, and sometimes we simply have a great dance. \nThe open dance floor becomes a playground for exploring the relational nature of being human: our ever-changing needs for solitude\, connection and a sense of community. We learn life skills that serve us on and off the dance floor\, helping us to develop a flexibility and resilience that enables us to respond creatively to life. \nNo experience is required. \nThe invitation is to come just as you are. \nFOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OPEN FLOOR DANCE LOCATIONS CONTACT PIPPA OR LISA \nPippa: 02102963632 or visit Prana Dance \nInstagram: @pranadance_nz / www.facebook\,com/pranadance \nLisa: 0211754741 or visit www.wildbonesopenfloor.co.nz \nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildbonesopenfloor \nEmail: wildbonesopenfloor@gmail.com
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/open-floor-community-dance-2/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Conscious Dance
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SUMMARY:A Mind at Ease - Buddhist meditation for modern life
DESCRIPTION: A Mind at Ease\nBuddhist meditation for modern life\nA meditation retreat with yoga hosted by Susan Allen\n  \nDeepen and refine your meditation practice with this retreat led by one of NZ’s most experienced meditation teachers\, Susan Allen. All levels welcome including complete beginners. \nThis retreat offers 6 days of meditation practice and discussion\, both indoors and in the beautiful open spaces that Mana offers. An opportunity to begin a daily practice for life or to deepen an existing practice with fresh strategies and insights. There will be optional yoga classes also offered.\nMeditation develops a calmness of mind\, a poise of character. It provides a foundation for flourishing and the fulfilment of your highest potential. These will be practices from the timeless Indo-Tibetan Buddhist tradition. \nThere will be three main areas of practice:\n1. Concentration and tranquility practices to calm the mind\n2. Insight practices – cultivating freedom by developing an understanding of how we identify with thought\, self and emotions\n3. Creating a new way of operating in this world – resting in a non-reactive\, open and spacious awareness. \n\nOur program \n– Morning and afternoon meditation practice with supporting discussion \n– Q & A where you can get personalised suggestions for your meditation practice \n– Morning and afternoon optional yoga sessions \n– Free time for bush walking\, resting\, reading\, sauna and nature nourishment \n– Full set of meditation audio practices to take home \n \n\nYour teacher \nThe retreat is hosted by one of NZ’s most experienced yoga and meditation teachers\, Susan Allen. Susan has been teaching meditation for over 20 years and has an authentic passion for sharing this transformative practice with other. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nThe Meditation Path \n1. Refining concentration\, increasing cognition of when the mind wanders. Almost all meditation techniques have a concentration component. When we become skilful in paying attention\, then the tendency to get lost in thought reduces and the mind begins to quieten. These are often called tranquility practices. Concentration objects include the breath\, mindfulness of body sensations and sound. On this retreat you will learn refinement techniques to improve the stability of your concentration or mindfulness. Stability of mind means peace of mind\, we are more able to focus in our daily life\, we indulge less in negative thought patterns\, our stress levels decrease\, and we feel more at ease. These include intensifying practices which are used to bring greater awareness to background thoughts as well as to the dullness that can develop in the mind when meditating. If your meditation progress is stagnating then this improvement in looking more closely at the object of your concentration will enable you to start progressing again. It is through this increased focus that we experience a stilling of the busyness of the mind; a tranquility and clarity arise. \n2. Insight practices; moving beyond identification with self\, thoughts and emotions. Emptiness practices are a central component of Buddhist meditation. Emptiness means ‘a construction of mind.’ In our meditation\, and of course in our daily lives as well\, we get caught up in\, and strongly identified with our thoughts and emotions. The more identified we are\, the more reactive we will be.\nOn this retreat we will introduce emptiness of self\, emptiness of thought and emptiness of emotion practices. This does not mean having no self\, thoughts or emotions but rather realising experientially how our thoughts and emotions are things that the mind is constructing. When we learn this\, we become less emotionally reactive in our relationships and with ourselves\, we tend to be more open and less rigidly entrenched in our views and opinions. These practices are liberating and freeing\, and most importantly they bring ease and joy. \n3. Resting in awareness; a new basis of operation\nMuch of our daily life we tend to be busy thinking\, we operate a lot out of thought\, and for some of us many of these thoughts are repetitive and negative. However when we learn to still the fluctuations of thought we are able to shift to spending more time in awareness\, an awareness that is beyond the busyness of thinking. When we operate out of awareness there is no reactivity and we feel less self-centred and more connected to others; We will investigate and examine the characteristics of operating out of awareness as opposed to thought – exploring qualities such as spaciousness\, connectedness\, and the tendency to fabricate experience. On this retreat we will then practice taking this off the cushion as we interact with others and the nature around us. \n4. Receive personal guidance around your meditation habits so you keep progressing Each of us have habits that we develop in our practice\, some serve our meditation and others don’t. On this retreat Susan will encourage you to be observant and disciplined in the habits that support your practice and bring more awareness to those that don’t\, both on and off the cushion. Personal suggestions will be given to each student so that you can be inspired to develop this life changing and abundant practice. \n\nInvestment:\nSingle private room – $2\,150\nTwin share room – $1\,740 per person \nREGISTER NOW \n\nWhat others have to say\n“Mana is a hidden gem\, one of those retreats you feel so incredibly lucky you stubbled across. Susan Allen and her 6 day Meditation Retreat has set me up on a beautiful trajectory towards a very ancient practice. Meditation for me now is as important as taking your first breath\, it’s revitalising and life changing and who better to introduce you…Susan. Her ability to teach such a complex mind blowing tradition – it’s an incredible gift. Thank you so very much\, I highly recommend trying it – you wont regret it!” (Lucy R.) \n\nFor more info contact Susan Allen\nhttps://retreats.nz/coromandel-meditation-and-yoga-retreat\nph: +64-21-222-6550\nemail: susan@retreats.nz \n\nTerms and conditions from Susan Allen\n1. Full payment is required to register a place. This policy is necessary so we can secure the venue and meet prepaid expenses.\n2. If you cancel your booking before 15th April 2026 your payment minus a non-refundable $500 deposit will be refunded.\n3. If you cancel your booking after 15th April 2026 no refund will be given but you are able to transfer it to someone else of your finding.\n4. If topheavy Government regulations cause the retreat to be cancelled\, or you personally not be able to travel due to Govt. imposed travel restrictions such as lockdowns\, then full refund will be given. If you are unwell and not able to travel then the cancellation terms outlined in points 2-3 apply. \n  \n 
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/a-mind-at-ease/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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SUMMARY:The Soul Voice® Practitioners' Certification Program with Founder Karina Schelde\, module 2 at Mana Retreat
DESCRIPTION:June 1st -10 th \, 2026\nFebruary 1 st – 9 th \, 2027\nSeptember 27 th – October 6 th 2027 \nPCP is an educational program leading to certification as a Professional Soul Voice® practitioner; therapist. \nPrerequisite are the introductory workshops including compensation for level 1 PCP. \n\nSoul Voice® is a comprehensive sound healing modality to free your voice and transform your limitations in order to become a vibrational instrument\, to feel the joys of free of expression. The human voice is a shape-shifter to your inner universe of freedom\, authentic expression; communication! \nIt is an effective and proven modality that focuses on the use of vibrational frequencies through the power of the voice\, to reduce stress\, enhance well-being\, clear blocks\, trauma\, negative beliefs and patterns\, alter consciousness\, liberate creative expression and create a deep sense of peace and a better overall health through various exercises\, techniques and practices unique to the Soul Voice® method. \n“I believe sound medicine will play a tremendous role in the near future\, helping to change the structure and transformation of society by breaking down the inner and outer walls\, which no longer serve our evolution towards planetary balance\, spiritual truth; optimal freedom.” \n“Humans are resonant beings; our voice will remember what we have forgotten. It reveals richness\, aliveness and power\, our light and dark sides. It carries any suppressed or painful memories and indicates our spiritual path; ~ it is our vibrational blueprint and a living testimonial of who we are in soul essence.” \n“Our Voice has a Soul Print that we may have been yearning to unravel since birth; a code that signifies our story\, our ‘make-up’ and our ancestral roots & wisdom.” KARINA SCHELDE \n  \n\nMeet your \nTeacher\nKarina Schelde is a powerful mentor and a masterful facilitator. With her strong determination and awakened\, compassionate nature she is able to take us beyond what we think is possible and to push the boundaries of what we believe to be true. Karina has worked with alternative therapies the last four decades and has a background as a professional bodyworker\, breath-worker\, coach\, shamanic healer; actor. She is an internationally acclaimed pioneer in her field with an indomitable spirit\, showcasing the human voice as the ultimate instrument for personal development. Karina has taught Soul Voice® in North and South America\, Australasia\, South Africa\, Indonesia and in 13 countries in Europe. \n  \n  \n\nFor Booking and more information:  \nPlease contact Aurora Frances\, for further information \nEmail: aurora@essehealing.com \nwww.soulvoice.net \nwww.karinaschelde.com \n 
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/soul-voice/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260612T120000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260614T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083852
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SUMMARY:The Nature of Rest - A Restorative Yoga Retreat with Neal Ghoshal and Karla Brodie
DESCRIPTION:A Restorative Yoga Retreat with Karla Brodie and Neal Ghoshal\nIn the deepest days of winter this heart-centred retreat gifts space to rest\, nourish and revitalise. Join us for ease-full practices of restorative and gentle Yoga as well as iRest® Yoga Nidra – complemented by the seasonal offerings of Mana: wood fires\, delicious food and forest wanders. \nAccommodation options start at $685\nPrices include yoga and all meals. \n\nMeet your Teachers\nAbout Karla\nIntuitive\, honest\, attentive\, creative\, joyful and full of expression – there’s something about Karla that speaks directly to your insides\, and suddenly you realise you have a newfound conversation with your inner world. Karla is an experienced Yoga and movement teacher and teacher trainer who has taught throughout Auckland since 2000\, specialising in Restorative Yoga. She is inspired to share the practice of Yoga to enhance awareness of breath\, movement and conscious rest in everyday life. \nAbout Neal\nNeal has been practicing Yoga for over twenty years and teaching since 2003. He sees Yoga as a guide to restoring our place and understanding of who we are and how we can live peacefully\, happily and fulfilled. Neal’s teaching focuses on exploring and refining natural movement and alignment principles – learning to embody these principles in a way that takes our spiritual practice into our everyday lives. \n“My aim in teaching is to create a safe and inviting space in which to learn and discover Yoga as a balance between effort and effortlessness\, structural alignment and organic fluidity\, mindfulness and spontaneity. Ultimately\, the practice of Yoga leads us to a place where we may respond to life’s challenges with ease in our breath and body\, with wise choices\, and with heartful kindness. \nBookings available now. \n\nCancellation Policy for the TUITION FEE for The Nature of Rest\nIf you wish to cancel your retreat booking more than 21 days from the start of the retreat\, you will receive a full refund of the tuition fee. If the cancellation is 21 days or less\, there will only be a refund if we can fill your place from a waitlist (refunds will be offered in exceptional circumstances).
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/the-nature-of-rest/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Yoga
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260621T140000
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SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Working Bee
DESCRIPTION:Our Solstice Working Bees are such a great part of our schedule. It is a lovely opportunity to come together as a community and share in our combined energy and skills to work on the land\, in the gardens and around the buildings. Most of the work is outdoors and there is always a need for a team in the kitchen. After all our hard work together we also have a wonderful celebration of the Solstice together.\nYour Working Bee includes.. \nThe weekend is a wonderful exchange of your love and energy for two nights shared accommodation\, three delicious vegetarian meals each day\, meet new friends\, be a part of a community and work on lots of fun projects. \n\nWeekend schedule:\nFriday\n4pm-6pm Arrive\, settle-in\, assign work\n6pm-7pm Dinner and connecting (6pm Blessing)\n7pm Welcome circle\nSaturday\n7am-7.30am Light stretch in Octagon\n7.30am-8.30am Breakfast\, clean-up\, be dressed and ready for work\n8.55am-9.30am Circle – listening to Bells (Octagon)\n9.30am-11.30am WORK\n11.30am-12pm Morning tea picnics (out on site)\n12pm-1.30pm WORK\n1.30pm-2.30pm Lunch\n2.30pm-4pm WORK\n5pm-6pm Dinner\n6pm Seasonal ritual – this may be outside (wrap up warm)\n9pm Quiet and rest\nSunday\n7am-7.30am Light stretch in Octagon\n7.30am-8.30am Breakfast\, clean-up\, be dressed\, pack up rooms and be ready for work\n8.55am-9.30am Circle for all – listening to Bells (Octagon)\n9.30am-12 noon WORK and clean-up\n12 noon Closing Gratitude Circle and finger food dining room
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/winter-solstice-working-bee/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Working Bee
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260803T140000
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SUMMARY:Mid Winter Rest and Renew with Jessica Dziwulska
DESCRIPTION:Sink into three nourishing winter days designed for deep rest\, gentle reconnection\, and spacious self‑care. \nThis retreat is an invitation to soften the pace\, exhale\, and come home to yourself in the beautiful\, nurturing environment of Mana. Together we’ll explore ways of listening to and tending to wholeness through movement\, reflection\, nature\, and connection. \n\nWhat to expect:\n\nA nourishing daily rhythm of active and restorative yoga\nGuided relaxation\, mindfulness\, and self‑inquiry\nTime to wander\, journal\, create\, or simply be\nSpace for solitude and space for shared reflection\nTime on the land\, with room to walk\, rest\, breathe\, and be\n\nMana Retreat Centre is a place of deep healing and welcome. The food is fresh\, seasonal\, and prepared with care\, and the team are dedicated to holding a peaceful\, heart‑centred space for all who come. \nIf you’re ready to gift future you a mid‑winter pause to rest\, restore\, and realign\, this weekend is a beautiful gift to yourself – the perfect reset for the months ahead. \n\nYour Retreat Includes:\n\n\n\n3 nights of accommodation\nDeliciously nourishing vegetarian meals\nDaily yoga and movement schedule\nAn experienced and dedicated facilitator to guide and support you throughout the weekend\nAccommodation in single\, twin share or quad share rooms available.\n\n\n\n\nBOOKINGS\nTo find out more or book your spot please contact Jessica on:  info@brighterlife.nz \nPRICES FROM $830-$1100 \nSingle rooms are available\, but limited and often fill quickly. Otherwise\, rooms are twin or quad share and prices reflect this. \n\nIntroducing\nYour Teacher\nJESSICA DZIWULSKA\nJessica is deeply passionate about yoga\, dance\, creativity\, and mindful movement as pathways to a richer\, more fulfilling experience of being human. With three decades of experience in health\, wellness\, and fitness\, she brings a wealth of knowledge\, warmth\, and authenticity to her work. Known for her inclusive\, compassionate facilitation and her ability to connect deeply and authentically\, Jessica creates spaces that are both joyful and profoundly supportive.\nHer extensive training spans yoga\, somatics\, conscious dance\, therapeutic movement\, and the expressive arts. Trauma sensitivity is at the heart of her approach\, ensuring that her offerings are grounded in care\, safety\, and understanding. \nJessica’s journey is one of navigating the complexities of modern life—parenting\, running a business\, our fast-paced ‘go\, go go’ culture\, and embracing the transitions of life. She understands that the path to wellness is deeply personal and unique for everyone. \n“As someone who has walked my own winding road\, I am passionate about supporting others on their journeys. Whether you’re seeking stillness\, strength\, or a deeper connection to yourself\, my goal is to provide tools\, guidance\, and encouragement as you discover and shape your own path to wellness.” \n \nJessica Dziwulska Booking Policy: Deposits on NZ based retreats are $200NZ and are non-refundable. If you cancel your place on one of our New Zealand based retreats 2 months or more beforehand\, you will be refunded in full LESS your deposit. This covers costs incurred due to bookings made on your behalf\, administration fees and potential loss of income. Cancellations made within 2 months of the retreat are non refundable UNLESS your spot can be filled by someone else. If your spot is filled you will receive back all payments you have made EXCEPT for your deposit.
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/mid-winter-rest-and-renew/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Self-care,Yoga
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260809T140000
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SUMMARY:August Relax and Wellness weekend with the Mana Team
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/august-relax-and-wellness-weekend-with-the-mana-team-2/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Relax Weekend
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260816T140000
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SUMMARY:The Ultimate Light Language Retreat with Melly Rose & Samantha May
DESCRIPTION:Rise Up Alchemy Presents\nThe Ultimate Light Language Retreat\nwith Melly Rose & Samantha May \nA retreat devoted entirely to Light Language — the very foundation of Melly & Sammy’s work. \nCoinciding with the completion of their Light Language course\, The Sound of Creation\, this immersive retreat offers a rare opportunity to step fully into the frequency\, embodiment\, and living transmission of Light Language.\n(If you feel called to join both the course and the retreat\, please DM us for a bundled discount.) \nThis is a unique teaching and initiation experience — a deep opening into our most authentic expression of New Earth energies.\nTogether\, we will anchor what we wish to see in the world and explore how to bring your soul’s truest expression into form\, voice\, and lived reality. \nHave you been feeling…\nDrawn to Light Language now more than ever?\nA call to reconnect with your voice — not just as sound\, but as frequency?\nA knowing that something ancient is stirring within you\, ready to awaken?\nDo you feel drawn to the unseen realms — to light\, geometry\, vibration\, and the intelligence of Source itself?\nHave you sensed that your voice carries codes — and that it’s time to let them be heard?\nWith 3 x sold out retreats in under a year\, Sammy and Melly are heading back to where it all began – the sacred and activating grounds of Mana Retreat Centre in the Coromandel NZ.\nJoin Melly Rose and Samantha May as they hold a long-awaited retreat dedicated to the modality that is the foundation of their work and wove their paths together – Light Language. \nWHAT’S INCLUDED?\nOh\, just a little bit of EVERYTHING that will leave you transformed…\nExtraordinary Galactic Channeling + Discussions with Melly Rose & Samantha May\nBreaking through your fear workshops and exercises to develop your inner knowing and expand your belief in your abilities\nMultiple Light Language Workshops\nVocal Activation + Light Language Power Circles\nBreathwork\, Movement + Dance\nCeremonial Cacao and Blue Lotus Tea. Delicious Vege meals\n**All offerings optional – Opportunity during free time for nature immersions\, rest and reflection \nMore than just a retreat – It is an initiation into your most authentic expression and your role in anchoring New Earth frequencies.\nThe Sound of Creation arrives this August…\nAnd of course\, it will be held at Mana\, one of the most potent and sacred pieces of land in Aotearoa.\nRich with portals and magic\, there is no place more activating for this very special gathering. \nThe Sound of Creation is calling…\nWILL YOU JOIN US? \nAugust 13 – 16\, 2026 \nInvestment\nThe cost is split into two payments:\n1. Mana Fee – Accommodation & Meals (Non-refundable deposit)\nCost varies depending on which accommodation option you choose\n2. Tuition Fee – $900 Presale Rate. Increases to $1\,050 on May 31st.\n**Please ensure that your Tuition Fee is paid before July 31st. \n\nMeet Your Facilitators – a magical duo… \nMelly Rose\nSpiritual Counsellor\, Mentor\, Healer and Channel\nMelly Rose is a Spiritual Counsellor and Mentor\, a Healer and a Channel with decades of experience working both in the physical and etheric realms.\nShe ran a busy clinic in Auckland for 7 years and now lives in Sydney and works online with clients from all over the world.\nMelly has a degree in psychology and sociology\, is a Reiki master and teacher\, a Bowen practitioner\, has an ITEC diploma in Anatomy\, Physiology and Massage plus has run many workshops around the world and is passionate about empowering people.\nShe has also run a free meditation and support circle for several years\, offered free daily light language meditations 6 days a week over covid lockdowns and has spoken on main stage at NZ Spirit Festival on Sovereignty and Empowerment.\nhttps://atmellyrose.com/ \nSamantha May\nSacred Sound Ceremonialist\, Channel & Musician\nWith over 20 years of musical experience Samantha is a renowned facilitator in New Zealand and Globally.\nShe is passionate about creating spaces to share sounds that move the soul and help us to remember our intuitive gifts and divinity here on Earth.\nOver the past 5 years Samantha has held hundreds of Sound ceremonies and Vocal Activation events across New Zealand which has attracted thousands of participants.\nShe has run multiple online Courses for Light Language\, Sound Ceremony Facilitation and has presented at numerous festivals and retreats.\nHer spaces weave the magic of sacred sound from over 20 different instruments with channeled light language to invoke soul healing\, activation and remembrance.\nhttps://bysamanthamay.com/
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/the-ultimate-light-language-retreat-with-melly-rose-samantha-may/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Self-care,Singing and Chanting
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SUMMARY:Release Replenish Restore: A Fascia Release & Yoga Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join Fiona Liu and Kirsty Van De Deer for a 3-day transformational wellness retreat. \nThis Release Replenish Restore retreat is designed to release deep-seated tension\, replenish energy\, and restore fascia health. We combine myofascial release\, yin yoga\, and mindfulness to help you move freely and feel revitalised and rejuvenated. \nAll meals are prepared for you\, nurturing yoga and meditation sessions\, forests to explore and lots of relaxation time\, connect back into nature and back into you. \n\nWhat You’ll Experience\n\nSomatic Movement & Breathwork – Gentle movement focusing on fascial release and breath practices to improve mobility and reawaken your fascia’s natural elasticity.\nMyofascial Release – Gentle self-massage techniques using therapy balls and hands-on guidance to soften tight areas\, improve tissue hydration\, and ease discomfort.\nYin Yoga – Long-held\, supported postures to release tension and restore nervous system balance and invite deeper relaxation.\nMeditation & Stillness – Guided meditations to quiet the mind and cultivate inner awareness.\nNature & Deep Rest – Space to reconnect with yourself in a breathtaking natural setting\, allowing for full-body replenishment.\n\n\nIs This Retreat for You?\nThis retreat is for you if you want to feel more at ease in your body\, move with greater freedom\, and cultivate a deeper connection to self-care. \nIt’s especially beneficial if you: \n\nExperience stiffness\, body aches\, or reduced mobility\n Feel the effects of stress\, tension\, or burnout in your body\nWant to improve posture\, circulation\, and energy levels\nCrave time for deep rest and replenishment\n\n\nYour Retreat Facility Includes:\n\nSauna\nOptional massage\nWalks to waterfalls and expansive views\nHiking to Tara Sanctuary and labyrinth\nLibrary\n\nSet in the peaceful sanctuary of Mana Retreat Centre\, this retreat offers a gentle yet profound journey toward renewed vitality and well-being. \n\nPricing Options:\n($60 extra for ensuite)\nShared room: $995\nSingle room: $1\,095\n*Payment plans available \nClick here to reserve your spot for the Release Replenish Restore yoga retreat.\nEmail hello@mindfullyyin.com for enquiries.
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/release-replenish-restore/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260904T120000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260906T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083852
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SUMMARY:ReWild for Men with Jaime Howell
DESCRIPTION:ReWild – Composting Our Relationship with Power \nWe are living in times that call for a healthy\, life-affirming relationship with power. Many of us carry the legacy of patriarchy\, colonisation\, and generational wounding — patterns that can leave us living as if the world is a battlefield. Beneath much of our struggle sits one core question: how do we relate to power? \nThis three-day journey invites you to make friends with uncertainty and to open to a power greater than the individual self — the living force of Life\, Eros\, and Mystery. Together we will explore how “power-over” has shaped us\, and how it shows up in our habits of predicting\, defending\, and controlling. \nThrough Open Floor movement\, soul-craft practices\, and time in the more-than-human world\, we will gently loosen the armour we have learned to wear. The intention is not to fix or force change\, but to soften what has become rigid\, so that more honest connection — with ourselves\, with each other\, and with life — can emerge from the centre of who we are. \n\n  \nReWild is a new way of working with men. It is intergenerational in its form. We need both the fire of the younger men\, and the experience of the older men. This is how we create a village of growth and unfolding. The world is hungry for a strong\, aware and sacred masculinity that serves the ecological soul to serve wisdom. \n  \nThe aspirations of ReWILD for men is to give men an embodied experience of wholeness. In such an experience they will find their innate capacity for creativity\, they will feed the roots of wonder and deep imagination and most of all\, they will feel reconnected to the primal source of their life force. \n  \nWe are speaking to men who want to feel alive and creative. \nWho want to be connected to their unique gift and purpose. \nWho are interested in building communities of support for other men young and old. \nThis is a rites of passage event\, an opportunity to learn about life stages and the passageways that exist between them. \n  \n“No doubt you have noticed that we are living in turbulent times culturally and as a\nplanet. All pretences of immunity are collapsing as we realise how completely\nentangled our lives are with one another\, with kelp beds and carving glaciers\, with\nrefugees and the dreams of young people everywhere….. \nWe do not know what lies ahead\, but one thing is sure: this is a time for bold gestures.\nIt is time to wake up and humbly take our place on the stunning planet. The future is\nspeaking ruthlessly through us.” \nWords by Francis Weller\, this is the kind of well we are drinking from. \n\nMeet Your\nTeacher\n  \nJaime Howell \nJaime is moved to be a part of the continuing conversation to help humans reconnect with their belonging and the passion to live connected to their deepest purpose and gift. \nThe old maps no longer work\, and the new ones are not yet formed. Jaime is drawn toward older intelligences — in body\, psyche\, land\, and community — and toward what might be called an instinct for wholeness. \nJaime is the founder and director of the charitable trust\, the Centre for the Great Turning. The trust develops nature-based\, intergenerational residential immersions that support people in meeting grief\, change\, and transition with maturity and creativity. The work is shaped by descent\, initiation\, and the restoration of belonging\, and is informed by the work of Bill Plotkin\, Francis Weller\, Joanna Macy\, Open Floor\, non-dual contemplative traditions\, rites of passage\, shadow work\, and the creative arts\, as a way of asking better questions and widening our collective imagination. \n  \nWe are very fortunate to have Les Gray in support in the role of elder for this event. \nLes is an educational psychologist\, an artist. He has lived a wild and courageous life. He has worked with men for many many decades in his mahi with Essentially Men NZ \n  \n\nFOR BOOKINGS and more INFORMATION: \nContact: Jaime Howell – jaimeopeningminds@gmail.com
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/rewild-mens-retreat/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Men's Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260911T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083852
CREATED:20260104T012416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T211346Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga Retreat with Juliet Forch
DESCRIPTION:Join Juliet Forch for a weekend that includes a variety of practices to nourish and rejuvenate.\nJuliet offers a Yoga practice that is suitable for beginners and those with many years of practice. You can find more information on Juliet and her studio\, Papakura Yoga\, on her website at the following link: www.papakurayoga.co.nz \n\nIntroducing\nThe Teaching Team\nJuliet Forch \nWith a Yoga Journey dating from 1990\, Juliet the founder of Papakura Yoga Centre exudes a passion for Yoga and continuous learning. She believes that Yoga teaches us about ourselves as it leads us to a deeper understanding of how to live with greater kindness and compassion. \nJuliet completed her initial Teacher training with the International Yoga Body in NZ. She later delved into advanced studies with Donna Farhi and Judith Lasater. Her curiosity about the Human Body / Movement in general and Yoga has led her down many different paths; infusing her teaching today with a blend of natural movement\, somatic awareness\, modern biomechanics along with the ancient wisdom of Yoga. She encourages each person to meet themselves with complete acceptance whilst at the same time opening the pathways for transformation. \nOff the Mat Juliet enjoys tramping / walking\, her 9 grandchildren \, gardening\, reading\, exploring Aoteoroa and most recently she has committed to strength training 2x per week; finding it to be a wonderful (and surprising) compliment to Yoga. \n 
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/juliet-forch-yoga-retreat/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260918T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083852
CREATED:20260223T041229Z
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SUMMARY:Relax and Rejuvenate with Stella Goetz
DESCRIPTION:Friday September 18th 2026  Sunday September 20th 2026\n  \nThis retreat is an invitation to rest\, soften and refuel Body and Soul in one of the most breath-taking places in Aotearoa — high above the Coromandel coastline\, surrounded by vast land\, ocean views and deep quiet. \nMana is my PERSONAL FAVORITE place to rejuvenate. There is space to be pampered with amazing cuisine\, walk the land\, enjoy the sauna\, take in the views — or simply sit in stillness and do very little. Alongside this spaciousness\, there will be gentle inward guidance. A must be! \n \n  \nFor Bookings and more information:\nPlease contact Stella Goetz – \nstellatreehouse@gmail.com\n+64 (0) 210 249 6390 \nVisit Stella’s Website: www.Stellayoga.co.nz
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/stella-yoga/
CATEGORIES:Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260921T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260926T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083852
CREATED:20260105T024724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T014847Z
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SUMMARY:5-Day Mindful Self-Compassion Intensive With Dr Anna Friis and Dr Robyn Charlton
DESCRIPTION:5-Day Mindful Self-Compassion Intensive\nWith Dr Anna Friis and Dr Robyn Charlton\nThis immersive five-day experience offers the complete Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) programme in a spacious\, restorative retreat setting.\nMindful Self-Compassion integrates the skills of mindfulness and compassion to support emotional resilience\, nervous-system regulation\, and a kinder relationship with ourselves. Developed by Dr Kristin Neff and Dr Christopher Germer\, MSC uses guided meditation\, experiential practices\, reflective exercises\, and gentle inquiry to help us meet difficulty with warmth rather than self-criticism. \nOver five days\, we step out of the busyness of everyday life and into a rhythm of practice\, rest\, and connection — learning how to become our own steady ally in\nmoments of stress\, uncertainty\, and change. Self-compassion is not self-indulgence or avoidance. It is a courageous inner stance that allows us to respond to struggle with clarity\, care\, and strength. \n\nWHAT THE RETREAT INCLUDES \n\nThe full Mindful Self-Compassion programme taught intensively over five days (fulfils the prerequisite for MSC Teacher Training)\nExclusive use of Mana Retreat Centre and grounds\nDelicious\, nourishing meals\nOptional yoga and Qigong classes\nCreative and reflective evening sessions\nTime for rest\, walking\, and integration\n\n\nTUITION\n$850 early bird (until 31 May 2026)\n$950 thereafter \nAccommodation and meals additional. \n\nTESTIMONIALS\n“Working with you has changed the most important relationship in my life — the relationship with myself.” — Vanessa\n“You 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\nTHE TEACHING TEAM \nAnna Friis PhD \nAnna is a health psychologist in private practice in Auckland\, with a deep commitment to mindfulness- and compassion-based approaches to wellbeing. After a high-paced corporate career\, she developed a particular interest in helping people find balance\, ease\, and meaning in both their personal and professional lives.\nAnna was one of the first people to be trained as a teacher of MSC by Drs Neff and Germer and continues to be closely involved with the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion’s (CMSC) mission to cultivate a kinder world (www.centerformsc.org). She is a senior teacher\, teacher trainer and mentor on the CMSC’s global training team. She is also a facilitator and teacher of the Self-Compassion in Psychotherapy (SCiP) training programme\, an initiative that trains mental health professionals from around the world in how to integrate the science and practise of self-compassion into their clinical work. Anna holds a PhD in Health Psychology from the University of Auckland\, where her research contributed new scientific knowledge on the mental and physical health effects of self-compassion among people living with diabetes. Her work has been published in leading international journals. She is a devoted yogini with three adult children\, and two utterly adorable small grandchildren. \nDr Robyn Charlton \nDr Robyn Charlton is a psychiatrist with nearly 20 years’ experience\, specialising in burnout\, ADHD\, trauma\, and perinatal mental health. Her work integrates lifestyle medicine\, mindfulness\, self-compassion\, and somatic approaches to support deep\, sustainable wellbeing. \nRobyn’s work spans three interconnected spaces: \n\nMindFitness Clinic — individual therapy and assessment for ADHD\, trauma\, and perinatal mental health\, drawing on EMDR\, MI-CBT\, Havening\, and compassion-based approaches\nMindFitness for Professionals — coaching\, retreats\, and burnout recovery for health and helping professionals\, grounded in nervous-system care and self-compassion\nMindFitness Education — training and CPD for clinicians in ADHD\, perinatal mental health\, and trauma-informed\, compassion-based care\n\nShe is the creator of the SOAR Self-Care Battery™\, a practical framework informed by polyvagal theory\, lifestyle medicine\, and positive neuroplasticity.\nThis model helps people recognise what drains their inner resources and choose intentional practices for restoration and resilience.\nRobyn is a certified Mindful Self-Compassion teacher\, has completed the Self-Compassion in Psychotherapy (SCIP) programme\, and is currently co-\ndeveloping Self-Compassion for ADHD with Dr Christopher Germer. She also teaches yin yoga\, offering an embodied\, gentle pathway into compassion and\nhealing.
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/5-day-mindfulness-self-compassion/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Anna Friis":MAILTO:anna@annafriis.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261009T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261012T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083852
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SUMMARY:Spring Qi Gong Retreat with Hedwig Bakker
DESCRIPTION:Spring Qi Gong Retreat\n9 October\, 4pm – 12 October\, 2pm\n\nInfuse yourself with more energy this spring\nThe essence of practicing Qi Gong is to optimize and improve your internal energy\, the inner force that keeps you alive through breathwork\, activation\, stretching\, flows\, standing postures and meditation. \nAnother aspect of Qi Gong is to create harmony\, balance\, connection\, flow between the internal and external. Internal is your innate intelligent energy system and external relates to seasons\, space\, people\, weather\, environment\, earth\, nature\, universe. \nWe want ways to integrate what’s going on around us with what’s happening inside of us and during this retreat we will be looking at working with the seasons.\nWorking with the seasonal energies will help your body follow the cycles and rhythms of the natural world\, feel supported and in tune with the energies of the natural world and will help you to transition from one season to the next full of vibrant\, youthful energy. \nIn this retreat we will work with and tune into the energy of spring. Every season has specific characteristics and relates to one of the Five elemental energies (metal\, water\, wood\, fire and earth) that we find in nature and within ourselves. Spring corresponds with the wood element with its internal qualities and characteristics like resilience (strength and flexibility)\, abundance\, generosity\, kindness\, creativity\, perception. \nIn winter everything slows down and there is the aspect of going within. Spring follows and is the season where nature wakes up from hibernation\, there is expansion\, growth\, a coming to life and this will be reflected in our Qi Gong practice. \n\nWhat other people had to say\nHedwig has perfected the delivery of her Qi Gong Retreat. I have the impression it’s equally rich and meaningful whether the participants are completely new to Qi Gong\, have been doing it for many years\, or at one of the many places in between. Thank you for an amazing retreat. \nIt was beautiful to see the transformation and healing that took place amongst everyone. \nMy gratitude and appreciation for all you shared. You soar in joy and flow of Qi Gong. My heart feels open and my base feels stronger. I am ready to journey on. \nHedwig’s Qi Gong retreat was such a precious experience – held in the beautiful surrounds of Mana\, I could really sink into her teachings\, practise deeply and cultivate motivation and ideas for continuing the practise at home. I wholeheartedly recommend Mana and especially the Qi Gong retreat with Hedwig. \n\nThis Spring Qi Gong Retreat includes\n-Breathwork combined with Qi Gong\n-Explore the wood element\n-Learn a Swimming Dragon Routine for strength and flexibility\n-Practice techniques to tap into your inner power\, awaken loving-kindness in your heart\, strengthen abundance and awaken healing energy within through sitting meditation\, walking meditation and Qi Gong practice\n-Experience the shared energy that you only get when practicing in a group.\n-Sessions will take place in beautiful indoor and outdoor settings\n-Enjoy three nights and four days of accommodation in a beautiful\, natural and peaceful setting\, delicious and nutritious organic meals and friendly staff. \nPlease note that parts of this retreat will be conducted in silence. \n  \n\nDaily Schedule\n \n\nYour Teacher\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. \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. \n  \n  \n\nThis retreat is suitable for all skill levels: those new to Qi Gong as well as those with previous experience. \nFor questions or more information\, contact Hedwig at qigonghedwig@gmail.com \nFor an impression of the practice\, visit: \nhttps://www.youtube.com/@QiGongwithHedwig or \nhttps://www.facebook.com/qi.gong.with.hedwig \n 
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/spring-qi-gong-retreat/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:QiGong, Bodylight & Pilates
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hedwig Bakker":MAILTO:hedwig@manaretreat.com
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