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SUMMARY:Into Your Heart Retreat with Sacred Earth
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our 4-day Into Your Heart Retreat at Mana.\nJoin Jethro & Penny for four beautiful days at the breathtaking Mana Retreat Centre and be supported to dive deeply into yourself and explore the life and practices that have inspired the music of Sacred Earth. \n​Penny & Jethro have been playing the music of Sacred Earth for more than two decades and guided thousands of people into deep states of inner peace and attunement with the inner life through meditation\, mantra\, conscious movement practices and grounded real reflections on their life exploring the inner realm. \nExperience daily meditation\, mantra singing\, energising movement sessions\, dance\, fire ceremony and intention setting\, delicious vegetarian food\, daily practices & plenty of free time to receive bodywork\, take walks\, sauna and enjoy the spectacular location of Mana Retreat. \nRejuvenate\, relax and enjoy the beauty of being with yourself. \nStep away from everyday distractions and enjoy the beautiful benefits of becoming part of a rich\, unforgettable community with other like-minded souls as we share and journey together….. \n\nYour Teachers\nJethro and Penny \nExperience the magic of Sacred Earth\, Australia’s internationally acclaimed Mantra artists\, Penny and Jethro Williams. With Penny’s soaring vocals and ethereal keyboard melodies paired with Jethro’s harmonies and captivating instrumental performances\, including the shakuhachi (Japanese flute)\, Indian Bansuri\, Irish tin and low whistles\, and acoustic guitar. \nFor over two decades\, Jethro and Penny have been refining their unique contemporary expression of the ancient practice of chanting mantra and sharing songs of the heart. \nPrepare to be uplifted and transported to a place of deep inner peace through their expansive and heartfelt music. Sacred Earth weaves ancient mantras with melodious flutes and soothing harmonies\, inviting listeners to reconnect with their core purpose on this beautiful Earth. Penny and Jethro’s global journey brings them to share their transformative sound\, aiming to touch the hearts of each listener and providing a sanctuary where everyone can attune to their innate wisdom. \nThose who have attended a Sacred Earth live performance know it is a uniquely special experience. It transcends the ordinary music concert. A profoundly moving event that evokes tears\, ignites smiles\, and envelops participants in a deep sense of tranquility. \nIn the midst of today’s chaotic world\, such experiences are increasingly rare. This is why Sacred Earth’s concerts consistently sell out\, drawing people back time and again to reclaim that serene state of mind and to deepen their connection with the essence of life through their expansive sound. \nSacred Earth’s music is truly a healing balm for the spirit.
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/into-your-heart-retreat-with-sacred-earth/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Singing and Chanting
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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-2/2026-03-03/
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:March Relax and Wellness Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Relax and Wellness Weekend Retreat at Mana\n2 nights accommodation & delicious vegetarian meals  \nAre you looking for an affordable getaway to unwind from the pace of life? Catch your breath at a Mana Relaxation Weekend\, where you can experience recreation in a way that supports your wellness and well-being. An opportunity to rest and replenish with an optional daily schedule designed to cultivate relaxation.  \nMana is the most beautiful tranquil place to visit that allows you to step away from life for a bit. The staff are so warm & welcoming\, the food so nourishing & delicious! Thank you so so much for sharing it with so many of us. I’ve been a number of times now & will continue to return! \nDriving in Mana Retreat Centre you really do feel like you’re leaving the hustle and bustle behind to be enveloped by the earth. They make you feel looked after\, well-fed\, relaxed and supported. \nNon-judgmental\, quiet and contemplative sanctuary\, in the most beautiful location. \n\nWhat is included?\n\nTwo nights of accommodation.\nBreakfast\, lunch and dinner – wholesome vegetarian cuisine\nBeginners Qi Gong\, Meditation and Yoga classes\nPlenty of time to relax\, read\, walk in nature\, have a sauna\, bush bath or massage\n\n(please note massage appointments are an additional charge and require booking in advance\, schedule may change). \n \nInspired to see more? Watch our Relax and Wellness Video here. \n\nIntroducing\nYour Teachers\nAmrit Saraswati \nAmrit is a dedicated student and teacher of yoga and meditation. She completed her first yoga teacher training with Ashram Yoga in 2012 and has been learning\, deepening and sharing traditional yoga practices in various retreat Centre’s around New Zealand for the last decade. \nShe has been involved with the Silent Meditations Retreat for the last 10 years and is passionate about the transformation and growth it inspires in people. She teaches with compassion\, authenticity and humility. Her calm and concise teaching allows people to go deep within themselves and have their own unique experience. \n \nHedwig Bakker \nHedwig grew up in the Netherlands\, was trained as a teacher physical education and worked  as an outdoor instructor for 15 years until she left the Netherlands in 2000. Initially she travelled overseas\, then lived in India and Nepal for nine years where she engaged in Buddhist teachings & retreats and several charity projects. Hedwig has been practicing meditation for over two decades and has been leading meditation classes\, courses and retreats since 2004. She is also a certified Holden Qi Gong teacher and leads all kinds of Qi Gong events.  These many years of personal practice and leading retreats & courses have resulted in a richness of experience and a genuine joy in sharing and guiding others in meditation & movement practice. \nHedwig’s courses & classes are universal and suitable for people from all walks of life. Her approach is joyful\, gentle\, practical\, and with a sense of lightness and humour. \n\nSecure your spot with us.
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/march-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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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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