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SUMMARY:Sing Your Heart Out with Tony Backhouse
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Gospel Singing Weekend with Tony Backhouse \n\nIntroducing Your Teacher \nTony Backhouse\, BA\, B.Mus\, is one of the leaders in the Australasian a cappella movement.Tony Backhouse founded Australia’s foremost a cappella gospel choir Café of the Gate of Salvation in 1986 and directed it for 21 years. He arranged and composed the bulk of their repertoire and still writes music regularly for them. He founded a cappella choir the Honeybees and has directed and sung with the reclusive male a cappella group the Heavenly Light Quartet since 1996. In demand for his inspiring teaching style\, Tony has run more than 2000 vocal workshops throughout the world for the public\, for festivals\, schools\, universities\, churches\, organisation’s and corporate training events. \n  \n  \n\nWhat others have said about Tony \n“He is quite simply the finest vocal arranger he knows and Sam Neill reckons he’s a national treasure” – Tim Finn\nTony Backhouse has been\, and continues to be\, a major influence on music in Sydney and beyond. The a cappella revival is almost entirely due to him – Roi Colbert\, New Zealand Listener \nTony Backhouse’s voice can be heard several times on The Cafe of the Gate of Salvation and each time he manages to cleverly shape otherwise simple melodic lines. He’s very effective at blending into the ensemble and then appearing again\, wrapping around notes\, gliding above the sopranos\, growling between the tenors and baritones. Few ensemble leaders have as clear an understanding of their group’s sonic spectrum\, and how their voice fits within as a soloist – Martin Wesley-Smith\, composer\, Australia \nFor more information about Tony Backhouse\, please visit https://www.tonybackhouse.com/ \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/sing-your-heart-out-with-tony-backhouse-2/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Singing and Chanting
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SUMMARY:The Samadhi Sessions – A Meditation Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Samadhi Sessions\nA 3-day meditation retreat with Frank Arjava Petter\nThis is a rare opportunity to spend three immersive days learning directly from one of the world’s most respected meditation and Reiki teachers. \nHeld at Mana Retreat Centre\, this retreat is an invitation to step out of the noise of everyday life and into a space of presence\, awareness\, and reconnection. \nFrank Arjava Petter brings decades of experience\, drawing from both Eastern and Western traditions to guide participants into meditation in a way that is grounded\, accessible\, and deeply personal. \nThere are many meditation techniques\, and part of this journey is discovering which one truly resonates with you. \nBecause meditation is not something to force. Which technique you practice is not important. What matters is that it feels right for you. \nThere are many meditation retreats\, but very few opportunities to explore meditation under the guidance of a teacher with this level of depth\, lineage\, and global experience. \nArjava has spent decades teaching internationally\, working with thousands of students across Europe\, Asia\, and beyond\, and has played a significant role in preserving and sharing the authentic roots of Reiki and meditation. \nRather than following a single method\, this retreat offers a direct experience of multiple meditation approaches\, allowing each participant to explore\, feel\, and discover what works for them. \nThis is what makes the practice sustainable. Not discipline alone\, but connection. \n\nAbout this Retreat\nThis retreat is designed to help you discover a meditation practice that feels natural\, supportive\, and deeply nourishing. \nYou will be guided through a range of techniques drawn from different traditions\, including breath awareness and grounding practices\, Vipassana (insight meditation)\, Zazen (Zen sitting meditation)\, Taoist inner practices\, techniques from the Vigyan Bhairav Tantra\, self-enquiry (Ramana Maharshi method)\, Osho active meditations\, and body awareness practices. \nEach session is experiential\, allowing you to move beyond theory and into direct understanding. \nAcross the three days\, you will explore different layers of awareness. \nDay One focuses on the body\, arriving into the body and developing awareness of inner sensation\, releasing tension and establishing a grounded presence. \nDay Two focuses on the breath and energy body\, exploring breath as a bridge between body and mind\, developing calm\, clarity\, and an embodied sense of awareness. \nDay Three focuses on the mind and inner awareness\, exploring the nature of thought and deeper consciousness\, and moving beyond habitual thinking into stillness. \nThis retreat is open to anyone who feels called. \nWhether you are new to meditation or have an existing practice\, this space is designed to meet you where you are. \n\nWhat will the retreat cost?\nTuition Pricing:\nEarly Bird: $550 (available until 30 September\, or until allocation is filled)\nStandard: $650 (1 October – 15 October)\nFinal: $700 (from 16 October until retreat start) \nMana Accommodation & All Meals:\nCommuting: $325\nCamping: $385\nShared Room: $565 – $610\nSingle Room: $655 – $715 \nTotal Participant Cost (all inclusive): \nEntry Level (most accessible)\nCommuting: $875 – $1\,025\nCamping: $935 – $1\,085 \nShared Rooms (most common option)\n$1\,115 – $1\,310 \nPrivate Rooms\n$1\,205 – $1\,415 \n\nIntroducing \nYour Teacher\nFrank Arjava Petter is an internationally renowned Reiki Master\, meditation teacher\, and author whose work has influenced the global understanding of Reiki and spiritual practice. \nHe has taught thousands of students worldwide\, lived and trained extensively in Japan\, and has spent decades researching and preserving the authentic roots of Reiki. \nHis teaching style is grounded\, direct\, and deeply experiential\, guiding participants beyond theory into lived awareness. \n\nHosted by Catherine Parr. \nSpaces are limited and this retreat is expected to fill. Early booking is recommended. \n 
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/the-samadhi-sessions-a-meditation-retreat/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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SUMMARY:Repotted Retreat with Lisa O'Neill
DESCRIPTION:A transformative three-day journey to restore your energy\, explore your potential\, and design your next chapter. \n\nFor more information and bookings visit: https://www.lisaoneill.co.nz/repotted-retreat \n 
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/repotted-retreat-2026/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:The Perceptual Journey - Soma to Wholeness
DESCRIPTION:We warmly invite you to our weekend course The Perceptual Journey; Soma to Wholeness with the blessing and guidance of Robyn and Manuela we are offering this course at Mana. This course has been developed to continue to support your development of the perceptual journey. \nOver the weekend we will explore topics of: Polyvagal theory\, and its role in inflammation and allostasis. Trauma and its impact on soma and the journey to Wholeness\, including the modified or adapted form\, autoimmune conditions and PTSD. The Neuroimmune axis\, lamina terminalis and The Bird\, thus deepening your understanding of mind\, body\, spirit connections\, how the subtleties of these connections of the bodies systems impact how our patients present and treat and the beauty of the bodies inherent ability to remember The River of Life and the Wisdom that flows and guides each one of us. \nOver the weekend there will also be time for reflection and rest. \n\nAbout the Course\nThe course will be worth 20 hours of CPD and take a similar approach as that which you have experienced in the past with both theory and practical elements. \nStart 12noon Friday 20th November\nFinish 1pm Monday 23rd November \n\nFacilitators\nThe Perceptual Studies Group NZ\nRoss Payn\, Debbie & Jerry Ryan\, Angela Procter\, Anne Bengsston and Anya Schumacher Knight.\nA little bit about us\, together we have over 135 years osteopathic experience in private practice\, we have all completed the IX Phases with Robyn and Manuela. We are dedicated to supporting osteopaths on their biodynamic journey\, preserving and growing the legacy left to us all by our elders. \nTo book your study place if you haven’t already please email perceptualstudiesnz@gmail.com
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/the-perceptual-studies-group-nz/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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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-2/2026-11-24/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Medical Mindfulness - Private Event
DESCRIPTION:Medical Mindfulness – A 3-day retreat exploring mindfulness for healthcare professionals.\nFor more information visit: http://www.bopdhb.govt.nz \nOr email: Kendall Crossen – Kendall.Crossen@bopdhb.govt.nz
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/medical-mindfulness-2026/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Private Event,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:The Blue Lotus Experience - A Kiss the Earth Blue Lotus Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Lotus Experience\nA Kiss the Earth Blue Lotus Retreat \nThe Blue Lotus Experience is a three-day\, two-night retreat created by Kiss The Earth\, inviting guests to explore the world of Blue Lotus through ritual\, meditation\, movement\, nature\, beauty\, sound\, dance and connection. At the heart of the retreat is Blue Lotus\, explored through its history\, traditions\, symbolism and contemporary rituals. Guests will experience the plant through Blue Lotus tea ceremonies\, meditation\, Yoga Nidra\, sensory rituals\, beauty practices\, mindful movement\, sound journeys and Blue Lotus Elixir. \nThe retreat is designed as a journey through learning\, experience\, movement\, rest and connection — creating space to slow down\, step away from everyday noise and reconnect with ourselves\, nature and each other. \nSurrounded by native bush\, mountains and expansive views\, we’ll spend three days slowing down\, drinking tea\, moving\, meditating and reconnecting — with ourselves\, with nature and with each other. You’ll learn the world of Blue Lotus and take home a lot of practical tools\, meditation techniques and rituals to incorporate into your everyday life. Join us to experience the magic of Blue Lotus. \nBlue Lotus has been revered for thousands of years across ancient Egypt\, Hinduism and Buddhism\, as the flower of rebirth\, intuition\, spiritual enlightenment. Blue Lotus helps quiet the mind and bring us into the present moment\, creating space to come back to our centre\, reconnect with our own purity and remember our own inner wisdom. \n\nSome of our Signature Workshops: \nTHE BLUE LOTUS WORKSHOP\nAn immersive exploration of Blue Lotus — its origins\, history\, ancient traditions and use \, symbolism\, preparation and modern day use.\nBLUE LOTUS TEA CEREMONIES\nA sensory journey through Blue Lotus\, tea\, ritual and meditation. Slow down\, gather to connect with the plant and yourself.\nSOUND JOURNEYS\nBeautiful voices and resonant instruments weave together\, carrying you into ethereal realms of stillness and deep relaxation.\nTHE RITUAL OF BEAUTY\nA sensory Celestial & Gua Sha beauty ritual through facial massage\, scent and self-care.\nTHE INNER WORLD\nExplore intention-setting\, the subconscious mind and how to reprogram it\, dream awareness through guided practices and meditation.\nDANCE OF THE LOTUS\nDance\, music and Blue Lotus Elixir — an afternoon to dance\, have fun and celebrate.\nTARA SANCTUARY\nMorning meditation\, stillness\, mantra and presence in Mana’s private sanctuary. \n\nYour Retreat Includes:\n✓ 2 nights at Mana Retreat Accommodation\n✓ All Retreat Experiences from 27th – 29th\n✓ Delicious Vegetarian breakfast\, lunch & dinner\n✓ Blue Lotus Tea ceremonies\n✓ Free flow of Blue Lotus through the weekend.\n✓ Blue Lotus education workshop\n✓ Sound Journey & Dance ( Dj Set )\n✓ Yoga\, Meditation & Yoga Nidra\n✓ Subconscious reprogramming techniques\n✓ Beauty rituals with Kiss The Earth products\n✓ Lucid dreaming tips\n✓ Visualization Meditations\n✓ Nature walking meditation\n✓ Sauna & quiet introspective spaces.\n✓ A serene Retreat Space\n✓ Expansive views & lush bush walks\n✓ Kiss The Earth Product Package valued at $500+ \n\nIntroducing\nYour Teachers\n \nNila Lleshaj\nFounder of Kiss The Earth \nHi\, I am Nila. I am the founder of Kiss The Earth\, a wellness and beauty brand inspired by the wisdom of Blue Lotus. I am a Blue Lotus Ceremony facilitator\, Yoga Nidra and PSYCH-K® instructor\, and designer\, with 13 years of study and personal practice in Yogic and Buddhist philosophy\, meditation and plant medicines. \nMy work integrates meditation\, Blue Lotus and subconscious reprogramming\, bridging mysticism and neuroscience through techniques that support nervous system balance and bring us back to presence. \nMy inner journey began in India in 2013\, where I studied Yoga\, Meditation\, Yoga Nidra and Ayurveda\, later deepening my studies in Buddhist art & philosophy\, and Meditation through retreats\, monastery practice and travels across India\, Nepal and Thailand. Living in Bali opened the door to plant medicines\, a path I continued exploring through New Zealand\, the Amazon and the Andes. I trained in PSYCH-K® subconscious reprogramming\, exploring techniques to change the subconscious mind. \nI was drawn to Blue Lotus through my own visionary experiences\, and the flower became a profound part of my life and journey. Through the wisdom of Blue Lotus and the pure consciousness it unfolds\, I was guided into creating Kiss The Earth\, sharing Blue Lotus through products\, ceremonies and everyday rituals designed to elevate our daily lives\, reset our nervous system and expand our consciousness. \nTsukasa \nI have been working for Kiss The Earth for about 3 years. I am also a Japanese Zen lifestyle guide and meditation practitioner. \nGrowing up in Japan\, Buddhism\, Japanese philosophy\, Shinto\, and a deep connection with nature were naturally woven into my everyday life. \nThrough Blue Lotus and meditation\, I’ve reconnected with a deeper part of myself and felt my Japanese spirit awaken in a new way.Inspired by my great-grandmother\, Zen\, whose name I carry\, I hold deep gratitude for my ancestors and the spiritual presence I feel in nature. Through my practice\, I share simple Japanese philosophies and rituals that invite us to slow down\, be present\, and reconnect with ourselves and the natural world. \nKaren Hunter – Musician \nKāren Hunter offers expansive openings for the heart and mind through her exquisite musical gifts. Her sound journeys are delightful\, tender and soothing and include medicine songs honed in a variety of ceremonial settings. \nKāren’s primary instruments are Voice\, Guitar\, Mandolin and Flute and these are complimented with handheld drums\, bowls and bells. \nAs a veteran of the New Zealand music community her lengthy musical history includes over 15 original albums\, New Zealand national tours and Festivals as well as international performances in Australia\, UK\, Europe\, South America and the U.S.A. \nKāren has a Masters of Music degree from the University of Auckland where she also held a senior tutor role for several years from 2007-2010. \nBegum – Yoga Instructor \nBegum is an ICF-accredited Mindset & Wellbeing Coach\, yoga and breathwork facilitator\, retreat host and long-time explorer of practices that help us slow down\, reconnect and come back to ourselves. With 500+ hours of training in Hatha\, Vinyasa\, Yin and Yoga Nidra\, she blends movement\, breath and mindfulness into retreats and workshops. \nHer relationship with Blue Lotus began when Nila and Matt introduced her to this beautiful and powerful plant. What started as curiosity quickly grew into a deep personal connection. She became fascinated by its ancient history and traditional use in ritual\, relaxation and altered states of consciousness\, and over time Blue Lotus became a meaningful part of her own rituals\, retreats and workshops. \n\nFor more information and bookings\, please visit:\nhttps://kisstheearth.nz/pages/kisstheearth-nz-pages-blue-lotus-retreat
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/blue-lotus-experience-2026/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Movement and Sound,Yoga
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