EmailContemplating Illusion through Loving all Life: 1-13 May 2012 (Tue-Sun)
With Lama Mark Webber What hinders unfoldment in meditation? It is a peculiar, incomplete view of the reason to meditate that hinders depth movement. No matter how hard you try to settle the mind with mind, mind will keep leaping around like a puppet on a string. Mind is already unperturbed, lucid and spacious, has been, is and will be. For even the roving thoughts, when seen, are in essence waves of clarity and manifestation – they are only made turbulent by one’s views. May 1st to...
read moreLama Mark Webber Meditations and Teachings: May 1-4 (Tue-Fri)
Cutting through to the Root Meditations and Teachings on the Illusions that Cause Suffering States: Instructions on practicing loving-kindness and compassion as a foundation for this retreat and all meditations. Introduction to the essence of Insight Meditation. Some Insight meditations from the Twelve Examples of Illusion as taught in the Indian-Tibetan Tantric Tradition. Lama Mark Webber will be guiding us to understand the nature of Suffering, Emptiness and Compassion through explanatory teachings and introducing us to profound...
read moreLama Mark Webber Meditations and Teachings: May 5-11 (Sat-Fri)
Wongkur of Guru Rinpoche and Teachings for Unifying Compassion and Pristine Awareness Saturday May 5th: Introduction to Generation and Completion Stage Yogas of the Tantric Tradition. What these Yogas accomplish and how they work. The importance of developing Bodhicitta (enlightenment mind of compassion). Why the Empowerment (Wongkur) of Guru Rinpoche? How Empowerments ripen the ‘seeds’ of Compassion and Wisdom in all beings and quickly assists in unbinding the stuck habitual patterns. Two classes. 9am (This one is open for people...
read moreThe Fundamentals of Osteopathy in the Cranial Field: 7-11 May 2012 (Mon-Fri)
With the Sutherland Cranial Teaching Foundation of Australia and New Zealand. This course is an intensive five-day program during which students are introduced to the concept of Osteopathy in the Cranial Field.The Sutherland Cranial Teaching Foundation of Australia and New Zealand (SCTF of ANZ) was first established in 1990 with the objective of advancing the education of osteopathic practitioners. The SCTF of ANZ is a registered not for profit organisation administered by a Board of Trustees selected from the teaching faculty. Its aims are...
read moreNia White Belt Intensive: 25-31 May 2012 (Fri-Thur)
Would you like more JOY in your life? Step into Self-Awareness through your body. The Nia White Belt is the first step into the movement, music and magic of a somatic education that inspires, motivates and educates through the health and well-being of your body·mind·emotion·spirit. Experience incredible personal growth and fitness in this lifestyle training! During the Intensive, 50+ hours will be devoted to exploring Nia’s: 13 Principles ~ The White Belt Principles, incorporating movement, music, anatomy, science and philosophy 52...
read moreNia Workshop: Friday 25 May 6pm to 9pm
The Joy of Form and Freedom – The Body’s Way Everyone is welcome to experience the energy, the Fun and the JOY of Dancing with the Nia White Belt Trainees. $35 pre-registered / $40 at the door Friday 25 May 6 to 9 pm Venue: Kawai Purapura Education and Retreat Centre, 14 Mills Lane, Albany, Auckland To register phone Sally Cook 09 424 1424 or email sallycook@paradise.net.nz For more information visit www.nianz.co.nz or www.nianow.com Social Sharing Made Easy - tell us if you need more options :) ...
read moreDiscovering Creativity: Saturday 26th May
Taking Creativity in a New Direction A unique and exciting workshop “Discovering Creativity” will be held at Kawai Purapura on Saturday 26th May. This one day workshop is brought to Kawai Purapura by Figjam Workshops Charitable Trust, whose two facilitators, Deb Brock and Patti Clark, have 25 years combined experience, delivering inspiring and motivational workshops. Both women are experienced artists and workshop facilitators, who passionately believe that creativity is something which all individuals are born with, and which is...
read moreNia Classes – every day! Sat 26 May to Thurs 31 May
Everyone is welcome to experience the energy, the Fun and the JOY of Dancing with the Nia White Belt Trainees. Make sure you get to as many as you can – you will not be disappointed! Saturday 26 May 12.30 pm Sunday 27 May 12.30 pm Monday 28 May 7 pm Tuesday 29 May 12.30 pm Wednesday 30 May 7 pm Thursday 31 May 12.30 pm Venue: Kawai Purapura Education and Retreat Centre, 14 Mills Lane, Albany, Auckland To register phone Sally Cook 09 424 1424 or email sallycook@paradise.net.nz For more information visit www.nianz.co.nz or...
read moreImago Relationship Therapy Training: 31 May – 1 June 2012 (Thur-Fri)
With Brenda Rawlings and Peter McMillan. The Imago Institute for Relationships offers Professional Training Programmes in Imago Relationship Therapy in New Zealand and Australia. The Basic Clinical Training is twelve days and is offered in two and four day modules scheduled approximately three months apart. This training will assist clinicians to become skilled in applying this therapy when working with couples. It will focus on Imago clinical procedures, clinical demonstrations and review of participants’ cases. It is open to Counsellors,...
read moreA Moving Meditation: Thursday 31 May
A Guided Moving Meditation to celebrate the JOY and Pleasure of being in your body. We will move from personal centered stillness into movement of self into community. Thursday 31 May 6 to 7:30 pm – a gift to the community ~ no charge. Venue: Kawai Purapura Education and Retreat Centre, 14 Mills Lane, Albany, Auckland To register phone Sally Cook 09 424 1424 or email sallycook@paradise.net.nz For more information visit www.nianz.co.nz or www.nianow.com Social Sharing Made Easy - tell us if you need more options :) ...
read moreArt of Living: 1-4 June (Fri-Mon)
with Sharad The degree to which stress unduly influences our lives is generally underestimated. Often the mind clings onto anger, guilt, regrets about the past, or anxiety about the future. This oscillation of the mind is the determining factor for tension and stress, both for us and for the people around us. The Part 1 course incorporates simple yet powerful techniques, including breathing exercises and meditation, to help relieve people of physical and emotional stress and improve clarity of thought. The programme seeks to blossom an...
read moreDiamond Approach: 7-10 June 2012 (Thu-Sun)
With Christine Dveirin The Diamond Approach is the unique modern inner work school developed by A.H.Almaas. The aim of the Diamond Approach is self-realisation in a gradual, systematic way that is always governed by the individual’s unique personal history, capabilities and needs. Individual and group work progresses through levels of development over several years. This involves a dynamic form of teaching which supports the unfoldment of the soul through the process of open-ended inquiry into personal experience. This process naturally...
read moreFunctional Yoga and the Bio-Mechanics of Posture: June-August 2012
3 month advanced yoga training over 6 weekends with Vincent Bolletta A practical and theoretical study of body mechanics, where Vincent de-mystifies classical terms, into practical and relevant enquiry. What are the different benefits of a headstand and dog down? Both are inversions. Before advising a student on how to use an asana and what modifications to make, it is necessary to see clearly the precise way the asana affects the musculature of each body. This is a post-graduate teacher training course. Students need to have completed a...
read moreDivine Clearing Workshop Kidz: Sunday 17 June
with Doctor Yvonne Murphy Following 25 years of study and practice in many disciplines, including as a Doctor of Chiropractic, Yvonne found many conventional modalities to be too narrow. Yvonne discovered her true role as a healer after studying both osteopathy and naturopathy, and the relevance of the teachings of Anandamayi Ma. “To be truly healthy we also have to feel our good health on the inside,” Yvonne says. “The sight of a happy and healthy child is a reminder of the purity of good feelings.” One focus is working with...
read moreAwakening the Illuminated Heart: 22-25 June (Fri-Mon)
In the new Awakening The Illuminated Heart workshop Ron LaPlace brings together all of the past and current work of his mentor, teacher and friend Drunvalo Melchizedek. The workshop in Auckland is a culmination of 12 years of work by Drunvalo Melchizedek. In a 4 day format each workshop participant will gain a clear and simple understanding of how to be in the sacred place of the heart. Our relationship with the MerKaBa has shifted and changed, just as the Earth is moving through her own shift and change. Drunvalo has now introduced the...
read moreChildren of the New Civilization: Monday 2nd July
In this evenings lecture, Chandra Easton from Australia, will touch upon many fascinating topics which affect us all in these early years of the 21st century including: the incoming Aquarian Age evolution towards the 6th root race; nature of angelic humans arrival of intergalactic & starry souls earth’s Divine Plan earth’s Divine timing the Great Change upon earth celebrating the New Dawn We will complete our evening with a Divine Mother White Tara Meditative Dance, led by Jewel Swan, into the gentle embrace of White Tara, for peace,...
read moreFull Moon Meditation: Tueday 3rd July 7:00-7:45pm
Join fellow spiritual seekers from Australia and participate in a heavenly Full Moon Meditation celebrating the Sun in Cancer’s opposition to the Moon in Capricorn. In the Maitreya Theosophical tradition, on the 4th July, the Sun conjuncts the Blue Star Sirius; and this time is celebrated as an important Spiritual Festival, honouring both the Master R, Regent of the Aquarius Age and Lady Isis, Rose of Ascension, whose angelic host are lifting earth towards her rebirth. Exact Full Moon occurs at 6:52 am tomorrow 4th July, local time. This...
read moreNotes on Nibiru: Tuesday 3rd July 8:00-9:30pm
Zachary Casper will be presenting a fascinating lecture on Nibiru/Planet X and the Pole Shift. There has been great speculation recently about the presence of a “foreign” planet in our solar system – fact or, as claimed by NASA, fantasy? This presentation will present evidence that Planet X / Nibiru does exist, and that NASA’s assertions to the contrary are part of a broader, international coverup/conspiracy aimed at disempowering people and maintaining ignorance of coming earth changes. The lecture is based upon Nancy Lieder’s work,...
read moreIgnite Your Spirit: 6-8 July 2012 (Fri-Sun)
Ignite Your Spirit 1 is the foundation seminar of the Path of Ease and Grace™ seminar series. Learn the tools and secrets to unlocking your potential and allowing your spirit to soar with ease and grace. Music and Introduction to Shanti Mission and the weekend (July 6th, 6:30pm) Ignite Your Spirit Seminar (Saturday July 7th & Sunday July 8th, 9:30am to 5pm) Music & Public Meditation (July 8th, Sunday morning) Learn: • About your energy anatomy and that of the world we inhabit • How to accurately perceive chakras and auras,...
read moreZhineng Qigong: 7-8 July (Sat-Sun)
Doorway to Health Two one-day Workshops with Zhineng Qigong Instructors Kim Knight and Angel Neshama • Awaken, build and transform your internal life force (Qi) • Enhance your physical, mental & emotional wellbeing • Learn the secrets to keeping your mind calm and relaxed Certified China’s pre-eminent energy-healing approach after a 19 year government survey, Zhineng Qigong demonstrated an incredible 95% healing effectiveness on over 450 serious and terminal diseases. Come and experience the amazing power of Qi Gong....
read moreInspirational Movies: Wednesday 18 July
Join hosts Diane and Fiona each month for Inspirational Movies “to inspire, uplift and inform” FIERCE LIGHT Where Spirit Meets Action Furled by the belief that ‘another world’ is possible.Wednesday 18 July 7:30pm Prema Lounge, Kawai Purapura Retreat Centre, Albany, Auckland Contribution $12 for venue, tea and coffee. (Residents $10) Bookings essential – contact Diane on 0275 38 3687 or diane@integratedevents.org Social Sharing Made Easy - tell us if you need more options :) ...
read morestONEhenge New Zealand THE GRAND AWAKENING: Sat 21 July
After a long sleep in the 3D reality we are waking up in the 5D. If you have ever wondered or complained why we have not been given an “instruction manual for life” at birth in 3D, now we can’t complain anymore. We are given all the templates we need at our re-birth and this time around we are consciously creating our 5D life. Be amongst the first ones to receive the templates of the activated STONEHENGE AOTEAROA. Date: 21 July 2012 Time: 9 30 – 5pm Facilitated by: Biljana Knaap and Greg Villers Value: $135 – Christalight Transformer...
read moreDivine Clearing Workshop Kidz: Sunday 22 July
with Doctor Yvonne Murphy Following 25 years of study and practice in many disciplines, including as a Doctor of Chiropractic, Yvonne found many conventional modalities to be too narrow. Yvonne discovered her true role as a healer after studying both osteopathy and naturopathy, and the relevance of the teachings of Anandamayi Ma. “To be truly healthy we also have to feel our good health on the inside,” Yvonne says. “The sight of a happy and healthy child is a reminder of the purity of good feelings.” One focus is working with...
read moreThe Power of Therapeutic Work with Children: Sunday 22 July
Workshop run by Jane Cawood, play therapist and supervisor for play and creative arts therapists. An experiential training day that will help anyone who works with children gain a personal understanding of how play therapy and therapeutic play works. Designed for: Childcare workers – foster carers – day care and early education staff – therapists – teachers – family support staff – project workers – social workers and others working with children. Participants will experience a range of play-based...
read moreMichael Roads Intensive: 28 July-1 August 2012 (Sat-Wed)
With Michael Roads Michael travels the world presenting seminars and his new 5-day Intensives on universal Love, attaining higher consciousness, and the meaning of life. He looks for ways to present these Intensives that are new and in the moment, so it is difficult to write of an actual process. Each group has its own dynamic, and it is to this dynamic in consciousness to which Michael responds. In 1986, after months of suffering from debilitating physical pain with no recovery in sight, Michael Roads experienced a profound transformation...
read moreA Gathering With Comptom Rom: Sunday 12 August
Scientist Compton Rom has studied indigenous healing and shares his unusual and profound understanding of the hidden consciousness of the body and its effects on our health. When: Sunday 12 August 2012 at 12pm Where: The Lotus Sanctuary, Kawai Purapura Duration: 4 hours (includes breaks) Admission: Koha (suggested donation $10) Compton Rom Bada, founder of Ascended Health has a M.S. in Microbiology from Michigan State University and a medical school education from the University of Michigan. For over 25 years he has researched how indigenous...
read moreWellpark College Graduate Certificate CST102 in Cranio Sacral Therapy: 4-5 August (Sat-Sun)
Cranio Sacral Workshops With Phillip Cottingham ND. BHSc. Grad Dip HSc. (Herbal Medicine) Dip. Hom. Dip. Mass. MNNZ and Karen White BSc (Hons) (Herbal Medicine), Dip. CST, PACT registered, NZAMH registered, previous CSTA UK council member. Craniosacral Therapy (CST) recognises the fundamental unity of all structural, physiological, psychological and energetic processes within the human being. By gentle touch, listening with the hands, perception on all levels and a willingness to open into stillness, the therapist can create the conditions to...
read moreIgnite Your Spirit: 10-12th August 2012 (Fri-Sun)
Ignite Your Spirit 2 is the second seminar of the Path of Ease and Grace™ seminar series. Learn the tools and secrets to unlocking your potential and allowing your spirit to soar with ease and grace. NOTE: The Satsang on Friday and Sunday are open to anyone, but participants must have completed IYS 1 in order to do IYS2 in August. Music and Introduction to Shanti Mission and the weekend (Friday August 10th, 6:30pm) Ignite Your Spirit Seminar (Saturday August 11th & Sunday August 12th, 9:30am to 5pm) Music & Public Meditation (August...
read moreInspirational Movies: Wednesday 15 August
Join hosts Diane and Fiona each month for Inspirational Movies “to inspire, uplift and inform” WAKE UP – there is more to life than meets the eye! Prema Lounge, Kawai Purapura Retreat Centre, Albany, Auckland Contribution $12 for venue, tea and coffee. (Residents $10) Bookings essential – contact Diane on 0275 38 3687 or diane@integratedevents.org Social Sharing Made Easy - tell us if you need more options :) ...
read moreDivine Clearing Workshop Kidz: Sunday 19 August
with Doctor Yvonne Murphy Following 25 years of study and practice in many disciplines, including as a Doctor of Chiropractic, Yvonne found many conventional modalities to be too narrow. Yvonne discovered her true role as a healer after studying both osteopathy and naturopathy, and the relevance of the teachings of Anandamayi Ma. “To be truly healthy we also have to feel our good health on the inside,” Yvonne says. “The sight of a happy and healthy child is a reminder of the purity of good feelings.” One focus is working with...
read moreYoga of Sound & Stillness: Sunday 19 August
With Swami Muktidharma Enjoy a depth of practice for the body and mind to bring the unsettled river to a point of stillness. Join Swami Muktidharma, Yoga Acharaya (authority), inspiring international speaker and teacher with over 40 years of experience dedicated to uplifting humanity. Sun 19 Aug 2012 11:00am to 5:00pm “In the turbulent river, you cannot see… but in the still lake, the reflection of the full moon shines bright” Day workshop & Ceremony $75 Nada Yoga (yoga of sound) Yoga postures with mantras and...
read moreLife Force Dream Retreat: 24-26 August (Fri night to Sun afternoon)
The core training you need to have fun and be successful with Life Force. A great event to meet the community and the heart of who we are and what we are up to. Following our fantastic International Conference in Nelson in March, and the very well attended ‘corporate’ supported series of events around the country of recent, we have now organized the winter events. The Winter Event for the North Island will be taking place on 24, 25 and 26 August 2012 in Albany Auckland, and we have arranged a fantastic deal with Kawai Purapura for this...
read moreWater Template Activation: Saturday 25 August
STONEHENGE NEW ZEALAND “If you are experiencing stagnation in any area of your life, the next template that will be activated is about re-establishing the flow in your life.” Facilitated by Greg Villers and Biljana Knaap Date: Saturday 25 August Venue: Kawai Purapura Retreat Centre, 14 Mills Lane, Albany, North Shore, Auckland Time: 2:00pm-5:00pm Investment: $75 Benefits from attending this event include: boost your immunity, restore circulation and eliminate toxicity supercharge the blood and experience increased...
read moreLemurian Crystal Library, Uluru: Sunday 26 August
with Beverley Edwards, Shekina – Centre of Change Do you yearn to connect with Sacred Sites? Spend the day with the Sacred energy contained within Uluru, the base chakra of the planet. A library of information stored in the crystalline core by you at the time of Lemuria Now is the time to bring forth your gifts for you and humanity. To re-remember your divine role. Date: Sunday 26 August Time: 10:00am-4:00pm Venue: Shanti Yoga Room, Kawai Purapura, 14 Mills Lane, Albany, North Shore, Auckland Cost: $120. Please enquire or...
read moreVisceral Manipulation (Abdomen 1): 30 Aug-2 Sept (Thur-Sun)
The Upledger Institute (UI) and Barral Institute (BI) are recognised for their comprehensive training programmes in the light-touch modalities of CranioSacral Therapy (CST) and SomatoEmotional Release (SER), Visceral Manipulation (VM), and Neural Manipulation (NM). UI and BI offers these training courses in New Zealand and worldwide. If you want to know how to evaluate and treat the body for these visceral components, begin this journey with VM1 (Abdomen 1). Instructor: Peter Coppola PT Venue: Kawai Purapura Retreat Centre, Albany,...
read moreWellpark College Graduate Certificate CST102 in Cranio Sacral Therapy: 1-2 Sept 2012 (Sat-Sun)
Cranio Sacral Workshops With Phillip Cottingham ND. BHSc. Grad Dip HSc. (Herbal Medicine) Dip. Hom. Dip. Mass. MNNZ and Karen White BSc (Hons) (Herbal Medicine), Dip. CST, PACT registered, NZAMH registered, previous CSTA UK council member. Craniosacral Therapy (CST) recognises the fundamental unity of all structural, physiological, psychological and energetic processes within the human being. By gentle touch, listening with the hands, perception on all levels and a willingness to open into stillness, the therapist can create the conditions to...
read moreImago Relationship Therapy Training: 4-7 September 2012 (Tue-Fri)
With Brenda Rawlings and Peter McMillan The Imago Institute for Relationships offers Professional Training Programmes in Imago Relationship Therapy in New Zealand and Australia. The Basic Clinical Training is twelve days and is offered in two and four day modules scheduled approximately three months apart. This training will assist clinicians to become skilled in applying this therapy when working with couples. It will focus on Imago clinical procedures, clinical demonstrations and review of participants’ cases. It is open to Counsellors,...
read moreTaKeTiNa Rhythm Process Tasters: 7-8 Sept (Fri-Sat)
A series of 3 tasters of the TaKeTiNa Rhythm Process with Tania Bosak and Christina Giudici (Australia) Ta Ke Ti Na leads participants to their innate rhythmic knowledge and connects us to the forgotten power of rhythm in nature and within us. As a deeply relaxing and meditative process. No musical experience and invites participants to go at their own pace. Transformation – Meditation – Revitalisation – Rhythm Come to one or come to all as a progression. All sessions will be different and no music experience is necessary!...
read morePULSE Drumming: Sunday 9 September
PULSE Drumming for BEGINNERS 10.30am-12.00 also suitable for all levels as an introduction & a great warm up to the intermediate & advanced class PULSE Drumming for INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED 12.45-2.15pm with Tania Bosak (Aust) percussionist, vocalist, certified advanced TaKeTiNa Rhythm Teacher Cost: $25 conc / $35 full BYO drum, or hire available Location: Kawai Purapura, Mills Lane, Albany, Auckland Bookings & Enquiries: info@bosak.com.au 09 828 3104 Lunch also available for $15 from Kawai Purapura caterers • rhythm for...
read moreBalkan Singing Class: Sunday 9 September
Tania Bosak is one of Australia’s most diverse vocalists, percussionists and rhythm specialists. She currently teaches Balkan singing and her own work PULSE RHYTHM in the music degree at NMIT where she integrates her extensive skills and experience as a TaKeTiNa Teacher, combining the voice and body in a unique and accessible method for all levels and all instrumentalists. Tania has developed her own working methods in teaching singing, rhythm and drumming since 1992 and brings a rhythmic edge to her choir groups that are both challenging...
read moreSpirit Doctors: Tuesday 11 September
with Beverley Edwards, Shekina – Centre of Change The Spirit Doctors are here to assist us to heal depression, growths, bones or emotional issues. They also bring deep healing as clearing of your Astral Plane occurs. Experience personal growth and energy to support you on your path as you heal with their interaction and assistance. Date: Tuesday 11 September Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm Venue: Shanti Yoga Room, Kawai Purapura, 14 Mills Lane, Albany, North Shore, Auckland Cost: $35. Please enquire or register your interest with...
read moreRaw Living Foods Class: Sept 13, then 2nd & 4th Thursdays
Mary Garner announces the Raw Living Foods Class, running from September to December. Mary explains: ”Learn to make your own amazing Raw Food Creations that are delight-filled. Come to A Conscious Cafe where you will discover how to meld colors, favors, and textures bursting with life and flavor. “Join our 7 week course at Kawai Purpura, the only retreat of its kind in New Zealand. Our courses will inspire making positive choices about what food to fuel your body with at the deepest level possible. Follow a progressive series...
read moreAoraki Childbirth Education: 18-21 September (Tue-Fri)
Aoraki Diploma in Childbirth Education The tutors are Ruth Garvin for the 18th TOW and Pam Harding and Bronwyn Fleet for the 19-21st facilitation workshop. The participants of this workshop will have spent the previous 2-3 years studying and more recently facilitating/educating childbirth education courses to expectant mums and dads to be around the country. It is a compulsory component of their study and enables them to delve deeper into their self-awareness of facilitation and build up knowledge around the potential group dynamics of...
read moreInternational Movie Premiere: Thursday 20 September
“Freedom For Birth: The Mothers’ Revolution” A new documentary that reframes childbirth as the most pressing global Human Rights issue to-day is launching with hundreds of premieres all over the world on the same day, Thursday 20th September 2012. Freedom For Birth is a 60 minute documentary featuring a Who’s Who of international birth experts and Human Rights lawyers all calling for radical change to the world’s maternity systems. The filmmakers are aiming for 1,000 screenings all across the world, with countries...
read morePattern Removal with the Crystal Bowl: Saturday 22 September
with Beverley Edwards, Shekina – Centre of Change The day includes absorbing sound from the Crystal Bowl and the Ancient Elders of Inner Earth. Through their assistance transmute and trans-luminate old patterns and beliefs that no longer serve you. Date: Saturday 22 September Time: 10:00am-4:00pm Venue: Shanti Yoga Room, Kawai Purapura, 14 Mills Lane, Albany, North Shore, Auckland Cost: $120. Please enquire or register your interest with Bev: beverleyjean1@gmail.com or text/ph 021 082 52027 About Beverley Edwards and Shekina...
read moreAir Template Activations: Saturday 22 September
STONEHENGE NEW ZEALAND “Some events are ‘making history’ … this event is ‘making the future’ ….” Facilitated by Greg Villers and Biljana Knaap Date: Saturday 22 September Venue: Kawai Purapura Retreat Centre, 14 Mills Lane, Albany, North Shore, Auckland Time: 1:00pm-4:30pm Investment: $75 Benefits from attending this event include: boost your immunity, restore circulation and eliminate toxicity supercharge the blood and experience increased vitality emotional joy-toy – what is it? Come...
read moreBirth Matters Information Evenings: monthly on last Wednesday
Do You Want A Natural Birth And A Healthy Baby? Birth Matters Information Evenings, with internationally experienced Midwife and Lactation Consultant Denise Hynd, will begin at 7pm at Kawai Purapura on the last Wednesday each month from September 26th 2013. Who should attend? These evenings are for the yet-to-be pregnant, newly pregnant or anyone who wants to help themselves or others become informed about today’s pathway options for childbirth and early parenting. Participants are provided with a ‘Resource list’ for each session and...
read moreWellpark College Graduate Certificate CST102 in Cranio Sacral Therapy: 29-30 Sept 2012 (Sat-Sun)
Cranio Sacral Workshops With Phillip Cottingham ND. BHSc. Grad Dip HSc. (Herbal Medicine) Dip. Hom. Dip. Mass. MNNZ and Karen White BSc (Hons) (Herbal Medicine), Dip. CST, PACT registered, NZAMH registered, previous CSTA UK council member. Craniosacral Therapy (CST) recognises the fundamental unity of all structural, physiological, psychological and energetic processes within the human being. By gentle touch, listening with the hands, perception on all levels and a willingness to open into stillness, the therapist can create the conditions to...
read moreKriya Yoga Programme: 6th-7th October (Sat-Sun)
Brought to the West by spiritual teacher Paramahansa Yogananda (“Autobiography of a Yogi”), Kriya Yoga is an ancient, scientific system of meditation. Regular practice of Kriya Yoga leads to excellent health, peace of mind, the ability to live a stress-free life, and ultimately a movement towards and experience of oneness with God. In Kriya Yoga initiation, the correct technique is taught under the guidance of authorised teachers. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to be initiated by Swami Samarpanananda Giri. Dates: 5th-6th...
read moreShakti Workshop: Singing for the Divine Mother, Sunday 7 October
Popular kirtan band Shakti will lead an interactive 3 hour workshop of group singing and other meditative activities to connect us with our Divine Mother. Group singing has been an integral part of human society for thousands of years – be uplifted by joyful chanting and meditative melodies. Date: October 7, 2012 Time: 2:30pm-5:30pm Venue: Lotus Sanctuary, Kawai Purapura, 14 Mills Lane, Albany, North Shore, Auckland Prices: Door Sales only: $20 Waged/$15 Unwaged or KP residents More information: 021 189...
read moreTHRIVE Thursday 18th Oct 7pm
The full-length film, THRIVE is an unconventional documentary that lifts the veil on what’s REALLY going on in our world by following the money upstream — uncovering the global consolidation of power in nearly every aspect of our lives. Weaving together breakthroughs in science, consciousness and activism, THRIVE offers real solutions, empowering us with unprecedented and bold strategies for reclaiming our lives and our future. INTERVIEWS in THRIVE: Duane Elgin, Nassim Haramein, Steven Greer, Jack Kasher, Daniel Sheehan, Adam...
read moreFire Template Activation: Saturday 20 October 2012
STONEHENGE NEW ZEALAND “The Fire Element is all about taking action. The Divine spark in your heart becomes ablaze – igniting your Creativity and Relationships.” Facilitated by Greg Villers and Biljana Knaap Date: Saturday 20 October Venue: Kawai Purapura Retreat Centre, 14 Mills Lane, Albany, North Shore, Auckland Time: 1:00pm-4:30pm Investment: $75 Benefits from attending this event include: the Fire Element pertains to the metabolism, the ability of the body to convert and use energy increases – goodbye chronic...
read moreDivine Clearing Workshop Kidz: Sunday 21 October
with Doctor Yvonne Murphy Following 25 years of study and practice in many disciplines, including as a Doctor of Chiropractic, Yvonne found many conventional modalities to be too narrow. Yvonne discovered her true role as a healer after studying both osteopathy and naturopathy, and the relevance of the teachings of Anandamayi Ma. “To be truly healthy we also have to feel our good health on the inside,” Yvonne says. “The sight of a happy and healthy child is a reminder of the purity of good feelings.” One focus is working with...
read moreGathering of the Guardians of Mother Earth: 27-28 October (Sat-Sun)
with Beverley Edwards, Shekina – Centre of Change A powerful interactive workshop. We are currently moving from crystalline energy to diamond energy, increasing our vibration. Activate your diamond energy in a smooth transition. Access your personal dragon energy, your akashic records and explore your own personal crystal cave. Enables you to gain understanding of your purpose here on earth. Learn to communicate and connect on deeper levels with nature and yourself. Be involved in Sacred Ceremony connecting you in with the Ancient...
read moreTrilogy of Exploring the Inner Couple: 27-28 Oct 2012 (Sat-Sun)
Shamballa Tantra brings couples together to focus on the inner process and practice of Sacred Union or the inner “Alchemical Marriage.” This new paradigm of relating brings trades and projections to an end as both people own and claim their “inner” lover as well as the power to birth their “whole and healed” Authentic Self. This third weekend of a Trilogy follows a Woman’s Weekend and a separate Men’s Weekend. Our experience is that we and the earth are at a point where left and right, spirit...
read moreAwakening The Illuminated Heart: 2-5 Nov (Fri-Mon)
This new workshop Awakening The Illuminated Heart, offered by The School of Remembering® and Drunvalo Melchizedek, is the culmination of his entire life’s work, research & teachings, combining previous material with new information on how to activate the living Merkaba – from the Heart instead of the mind, giving participants an extraordinary opportunity to experience Unity Consciousness. It is a return to the manner in which this information was taught in ancient times, for the first time in the modern world, at a time when our...
read moreWeekend Retreat for Women: Sat 3rd-Sun 4th Nov
The time tested Taoist female practices and meditations regulate the hormone production in the body, eliminating premenstrual symptoms such as feeling bloated, swelling of the breasts, mood swings etc. The practices also help women to release and transform deep seated negative feelings. Join us for a beautiful relaxing weekend, cultivating outer radiance and inner beauty. Learn how to balance your female energy and hormones through ancient methods including the Inner Smile Meditation, Six Healing Sounds, Microcosmic Orbit, Tai Chi -Chi Gung...
read moreAll Directions Connection: Wednesday 7 November
with Beverley Edwards, Shekina – Centre of Change Be part of this most wondrous evening linking in to the four directions. Feel more supported with whatever your dream may be. Bring your vision with you so that it may be held and nurtured to come into fruition. Date: Wednesday 7 November Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm Venue: Shanti Yoga Room, Kawai Purapura, 14 Mills Lane, Albany, North Shore, Auckland Cost: $35. Please enquire or register your interest with Bev: beverleyjean1@gmail.com or text/ph 021 082 52027 About Beverley Edwards and...
read moreQuantum Healing and Consciousness Transformation (Sun 11 Nov)
Do we have the capacity to heal ourselves? Doctors have long known that our state of mind influences how we recover from illness and injury, yet Western science has only just begun to accept that energy – mental, emotional and spiritual – is the key component to healing. The best news of all is that the basics of energetic healing are easy to learn – and even a few simple skills can make a huge difference in our health, vitality and quality of life. This workshop is not aiming at ‘fixing things’. Rather it is about...
read moreYoga for the Dogs: Sunday 11 November
108 Sun Salutations – Yoga for the Dogs - with Karla Brodie For the wellbeing of dogs in Bhutan, India, Nepal, and the South Pacific. Karla explains: My vision is to facilitate a joyful 108 Surya Namaskar, Sun salutation event to raise awareness and funds for street and temple dogs in Bhutan, India, Nepal and the South Pacific. To give friends the opportunity to contribute to some incredible work going on for the well-being of dogs and communities in these countries and to create partnerships for friends to visit and be actively...
read moreReiki 1st Degree Seminar: Sat 3 and Thur 15 Nov 2012
Enhance your vitality and well-being with Reiki. An ancient Tibetan energy science, Reiki helps release stress by balancing your energies at all levels. By using Reiki regularly you will experience an enhanced sense of well-being and become more aware of your own wisdom and potential. During this 1st Degree seminar you become attuned to the Reiki energy. This enables you to then access Reiki energy for the rest of your life. You will learn how to easily treat yourself, treat other people, treat animals and the many other uses for Reiki....
read moreMusical Nights launch with Dylan Wade: Fri 16 Nov 2012
Opening Night There’s a history of musical delights at Kawai Purapura and our new, monthly, Musical Nights will draw on that history – as well as introduce new performers to our Albany events. The new Musical Nights at Kawai Purapura will begin with a special concert by Dylan Wade, a popular performer at our 2012 Yoga Festival. Dylan has a new album out – LIFE – and will present his new music with a great backing band. There will also be sets by guest musicians on the night. That’s Friday 16 November. BOOK YOUR...
read moreWellpark Yoga Diploma Intensive: 16-18 November (Fri-Sun)
With Drs Sridhar and Pooja Maddela. This intensive is part of the one year full-time Yoga Dilpoma run by Wellpark College. Traditional Yoga is taught from the Indian classical texts and is based on Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. This ancient text encompasses the eight-fold path, including the means of achieving the social and moral conducts of life (Yamas and Niyamas). Wellpark College teaches yoga from the traditional prespective. The programme integrates the practices of physical postures (asana), breathing techniques (pranayama),...
read moreWellpark College Graduate Certificate CST103 in Cranio Sacral Therapy: 17-18 Nov 2012 (Sat-Sun)
Cranio Sacral Workshops With Phillip Cottingham ND. BHSc. Grad Dip HSc. (Herbal Medicine) Dip. Hom. Dip. Mass. MNNZ and Karen White BSc (Hons) (Herbal Medicine), Dip. CST, PACT registered, NZAMH registered, previous CSTA UK council member. Craniosacral Therapy (CST) recognises the fundamental unity of all structural, physiological, psychological and energetic processes within the human being. By gentle touch, listening with the hands, perception on all levels and a willingness to open into stillness, the therapist can create the conditions to...
read moreCrystal Bowl Healing Meditations: Sunday 18 November
with Beverley Edwards, Shekina – Centre of Change Relax and enjoy a day of meditations and healing activities with Bev Edwards and the sound of the Crystal Bowl. Bathe in the sounds of the Crystal Bowl and Mother Nature. Sound stills the mind and allows peace to flow through your body, allowing a deep healing to where it is needed most. Experience re-alignment as your chakra system clears and balances creating harmony within your life. Take the time and space to connect to your authentic self. Date: Sunday 18...
read moreEarth Link Meditation: Wednesday 21 November
with Beverley Edwards, Shekina – Centre of Change Is a specific and unique meditation designed through the Sacred Geometry Fulcrum Point Healing Programme to enable you to ground more fully. The more grounded and present you are in your life the more light you can carry in your cells and the more light you can bring to the planet to assist the planet and all who reside on her to heal. Link in to your personal crystalline cave allowing access to your gifts stored within. You will feel more anchored and safe to be present in your life. The...
read moreNLP Transformations: 24-25 November 2012 (Sat-Sun)
with Julia Kurusheva & Richard Bolstad Who is the workshop for? This workshop is open to those trained in NLP, and as a minimum have done the “Keys to Success” 2-day NLP training. The Shamanic Journey day and Osho’s Kundalini Meditation are part of the training “Integration – NLP, Chi Kung and Spirituality” run by Richard Bolstad and Julia Kurusheva in Thailand. This weekend is your opportunity to get immersed in some of the most profound experiences from “Integration” in New Zealand! On this...
read moreEtheric Body Template: 24 Nov 2012 (Saturday)
STONEHENGE NEW ZEALAND “The Etheric Body Template – The human body is now shifting into its higher aspect and instead of being reduced to 7 major energy centres, our seven chakras, we are going to activate 33 new energy centres. The activated heart becomes our cosmic womb.” Facilitated by Greg Villers and Biljana Knaap Date: Saturday 24 November Venue: Kawai Purapura Retreat Centre, 14 Mills Lane, Albany, North Shore, Auckland Time: 10:00am-5:00pm Investment: $135 (includes a free gift to value of $33) Benefits from...
read moreCome have some fun . . . Nia
Join a community of like-minded people in a evolutionary fitness movement that gives your heart a real workout, keeps your mind calm, you body fluid – and is making thousands of people worldwide happier and healthier. Internationally acclaimed Nia Education Trainer and Black Belt Ken Gilbert from the USA is touring New Zealand with his Awakening Into Awareness workshops and class. Don’t miss out – space is limited. Date: Sunday 25th Nov 2012 Time: 10am-1pm Venue: Shanti Yoga Studio, Kawai Purapura Retreat Centre, Mills...
read moreImago Relationship Therapy Training: 27-30 November 2012 (Tue-Fri)
With Brenda Rawlings and Peter McMillan The Imago Institute for Relationships offers Professional Training Programmes in Imago Relationship Therapy in New Zealand and Australia. The Basic Clinical Training is twelve days and is offered in two and four day modules scheduled approximately three months apart. This training will assist clinicians to become skilled in applying this therapy when working with couples. It will focus on Imago clinical procedures, clinical demonstrations and review of participants’ cases. It is open to Counsellors,...
read moreWellpark College Graduate Certificate CST103 in Cranio Sacral Therapy: 1-2 Dec 2012 (Sat-Sun)
Cranio Sacral Workshops With Phillip Cottingham ND. BHSc. Grad Dip HSc. (Herbal Medicine) Dip. Hom. Dip. Mass. MNNZ and Karen White BSc (Hons) (Herbal Medicine), Dip. CST, PACT registered, NZAMH registered, previous CSTA UK council member. Craniosacral Therapy (CST) recognises the fundamental unity of all structural, physiological, psychological and energetic processes within the human being. By gentle touch, listening with the hands, perception on all levels and a willingness to open into stillness, the therapist can create the conditions to...
read moreHealing Seminar: Wednesday 5 Dec 2012
with Cherokee Medicine Man and Healer, Wolf Traditional Native American Energy, Herbal Healing, Knowledge and Wisdom in disease and health recovery. Learn how to effectively deal with bone/spinal and Joint displacement using traditional Cherokee Bone Movement Technique. Learn about Cancers of all types and how they form and how to treat them effectively and naturally. Learn about the root causes of Neurological disorders, Digestive disorders, Growth-Factor anomalies, Allergic reactions, Arthritis and how to effectively treat all forms, Skin...
read moreCooking for Diabetes: Thursday 6 Dec 2012
With Lara Baking and Foods for Diabetics and people suffering from Stomach Disorders, including Constipation and Food Sensitivities. Learn how to make delicious Yeast-Free breads with a variety of recipes for a range of breads with different textures and tastes that leave your taste buds reeling with pleasure, and with no bloating, gassing or constipation of the stomach. Learn the proper preparation methods of Nuts and Seeds for Baking, Eating, and Salads. And learn how to make salads and soups with ingredients that relieve sensitivities, and...
read moreYoga Picnic: Sunday 9 Dec 2012
Join us for an afternoon of relaxation and delight! 1.5 hr with Traditional Tantra Yoga facilitated by Gus and Siri. Followed by a potluck style picnic. Bring a plate, share… meet old friends, make new friends. Yoga will start at noon, and we`ll wrap up the picnic sometime when it feels like the right time. Payment by Koha – give what your heart desires Classes suitable for all levels. Please bring: loose comfortable clothing (stay warm, many of the poses are done lying down, large focus on relaxation and bliss ...
read moreSpirit 12:12 … Wednesday 12 December
Spirit has asked me to organize 2 events. And the dates are … 12:12 and 21:12. (No surprise and finally I know what I’m doing!!) I was asking spirit for a longer time and they kept saying: “You will be at the right time at the right place”. I’m excited to say the least. These events are a preparation for 2013 … that’s what we want, isn’t it. We will work on many different levels and with many different Beings, like: Mother Earth, Galactic Council, White Brotherhood, Mother Mary, Master Maitreya, Nature Beings etc...
read moreYoga Picnic: Sunday 13 January 2013
Join us for an afternoon of relaxation and delight! 1.5 hr with Traditional Tantra Yoga facilitated by Gus and Siri. Followed by a potluck style picnic. Bring a plate, share… meet old friends, make new friends. Yoga will start at noon, and we`ll wrap up the picnic sometime when it feels like the right time. Payment by Koha – give what your heart desires Classes suitable for all levels. Please bring: loose comfortable clothing (stay warm, many of the poses are done lying down, large focus on relaxation and bliss ...
read moreClown Culture Weekend Workshop: 19-20 Jan 2013
“Ira Seidenstein is one of the most naturally funny people I have ever met.” - David Pearce, Director, California. A perfect way to start the year and an exclusive opportunity to work with a world renown tutor with over 35 years of experience in performance, theatre, acting, clown, circus and commedia. master clown Ira Seidenstein PhD - 2012 Performer in Slava’s Snow Show – Europe; 2007 in Cirque du Soleil – USA. Ira’s unique method releases your creative nature through the body, clowning, and acting. His...
read moreClown Culture Week Workshop: 19-25 Jan 2013
“Ira Seidenstein is one of the most naturally funny people I have ever met.” - David Pearce, Director, California. A perfect way to start the year and an exclusive opportunity to work with a world renown tutor with over 35 years of experience in performance, theatre, acting, clown, circus and commedia. master clown Ira Seidenstein PhD - 2012 Performer in Slava’s Snow Show – Europe; 2007 in Cirque du Soleil – USA. The Weeklong Workshop is a continuation of the Weekend program, for people who want to deepen their...
read moreChildren Massaging Children: 23-24 Jan 2013 (Wed-Thur)
Course for Professional Massage Therapists and Holistic Health Professionals This course has an important role in bringing up a new generation of people who will be able to communicate with their fellow human beings with compassion and understanding. It is also an example of an effective touch programme providing education for peace, empathy and “Right Brain Learning” to balance computer-mania education. After completing a 12-hour course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion, a manual and a CD for your teaching. You will...
read moreAuckland Spiritual Interest Group: Falun Dafa: Wed 23 Jan 2013
The next two meetups are to acknowledge the upcoming Chinese New Year. We will celebrate it in our own unique way, by transforming ourselves and our surroundings. There have been many great cultures throughout the ages. Chinese culture is unique in that it is a continuous culture that was maintained and passed down its traditions and wisdom for over 5,000 years. This is a treasure the entire world can share. Taoism (emphasizes “Truth” ) Confucianism (speaks “loyalty and benevolence ”), and Buddhism (practices “Compassion”) form the...
read moreDJ Chica Licorica – LIVE @ KP + Open Mic: Sat 26 Jan 2013
Fresh from playing Prana Festival, DJ CHICA LICORICA is going to fire up our dance floor at Kawai Purapura, Albany on 26th January. Take a bite of LICORICA’S colorful assortment of world beats. Licorica specialises in Tropical Bass genres. Introducing the taste buds to the unique flavour of Latin America and beyond, Licorica mixes fresh fusion Cumbia and Reggaeton beats from Argentina and Colombia building up to stonking Brazilian Baile Funk, African Kuduro, Gypsy Balkan and Electro Swing. Licorica is part of the Radio Rebelde...
read moreAuckland Spiritual Interest Group: Feng Shui: Wed 6 Feb 2013
“Kung Hai Fat Choy!” Best wishes and have a prosperous and good year.” Discover what in your environment is working for you and what’s not. Especially during 2013. The Chi or Pranic energy in our surroundings can affect different areas of our life. FENG SHUI shows us how to align our environment for: IMPROVED HEALTH REWARDING RELATIONSHIPS PROSPERITY and HAPPINESS I will be facilitating this meetup, explaining the principles of Feng Shui and sharing with you, how you can align the elements in your environment for optimum...
read moreAntion: A Man and His Music : : Friday 8 February : : Free Entry
One Man’s Journey through Five Musical Incarnations Antion Vikram Singh, born Vic Briggs, an internationally acclaimed UK-born ’60s rock star, guitarist and multicultural singer chanter, shares his extraordinary journey through his musical “incarnations” comprising five different genres of music. With heart and humor he presents his compelling musical and storytelling gifts in a spontaneously created rendition, juxtaposing favorites from blues and rock ‘n roll history with his beloved Indian music, sacred Kirtan, and...
read moreVoices from the Forest : : Friday 8 February : : Free Entry
Writer and explorer Gary Cook has spent many years searching and documenting sacred sites in New Zealand and the South Pacific as well as in the British Isles. His journey has been one of the heart, soul and the spirit, looking deeply into the sacred landscape of New Zealand. To honour the ancestors and acknowledge Mother Earth, Papatuanuku. And from these endeavours has emerged an understanding of the mystical faery realms that abound throughout Aotearoa. Realms, which at this time are becoming more apparent to hundreds of people...
read moreVoices of Sacred Earth Festival: Feb 9-10 2013
Voices of Sacred Earth Festival 2013 The inaugural Voices of Sacred Earth Conference and Festival is a weekend of seminars, instructional workshops and performances which will explore the many indigenous and cultural expressions and spiritualities that have evolved on our planet. Local and international experts will present the seminars and workshops, while performers in the concert timetable will showcase the full flowering of these sacred arts. The first Voices of Sacred Earth Conference and Festival is on the weekend of February 9th-10th,...
read moreVoices of Sacred Earth Festival: 9-10 Feb (Sat-Sun)
Success: Voices of Sacred Earth Eco-Festival 2013 Kaupapa – “the land within” “Having an amazing time here at Kawai Purapura. The kaupapa Is beautiful. Have met some lovely people. Lying here this morning, listening to the native birds singing. Looking forward to the workshops today ) ” – Mandi Brown, 9th February 2013 The above comment was written not long after the sun had risen on the first full day of the festival. The photo shows the sun starting to shine on the beautiful native bush backdrop, the teepee...
read moreHuichol Shamanism: 11-12 Feb 2013 (Mon-Tue)
Join traditional shaman and healer Brant Secunda for this two day retreat designed to develop and foster an appreciation for life. Return to wholeness through discovery of one’s inherent affinity with the healing properties of nature. These ancient teaching of the Huichol, one of the last indigenous cultures in North America to maintain their Pre-Columbian lifestyle, offer simple, grounded tools to bring balance to your life, reduce stress, release negative qualities such as fear and anger, and accept the positive values that each...
read moreMeeting in the Heart: Prajnaparamita: 16-17 Feb 2013 (Sat-Sun)
Dialogues with Prajnaparamita about love, truth, inner peace and freedom. Prajnaparamita is an awakened Master, tirelessly travelling the world giving satsang and retreats, inspiring all who are longing to awaken to their inherent Buddha nature. Her teachings are no teachings really. In the togetherness of the satsang, in her response to questions being asked about all aspects of life, there is a spontaneous expression of universal truth, as an ongoing encouragement to come to rest in natural peace. All are welcome to experience...
read moreSpiritual Retreat with Brahmachari Shraddhamrita Chaitanya: 16 Feb 2013 (Sat)
Br. Shraddhamrita is in Auckland to facilitate and be involved in a series of public programmes, supported and organised by Amma NZ. Br. Shraddhamrita has been living at Amma’s ashram since 1993 and received Brahmacharya initiation (the equivalent of becoming a monk) in 1997. Amma sent him to Europe to give Satsangs in her name in 2000 and he visited Germany, Switzerland, Italy, England, Belgium and France. His easy manner and instructive talks help to put Amma’s teachings into action and he specialises in guided meditations which further...
read moreApplications of Herbal Medicine: Open to Graduates
The following weekends are suited to naturopathy, nutrition and herbal medicine graduates and/or practitioners wishing to either up-skill or attend a refresher program: 23-24 February 9:30-4:30 23-24 March 9:30-4:30 31st August 9:30-4:30 12th October 9:30-4:30 Applications of Herbal Medicine HM102 is part of Wellpark College Diploma of Herbal Medicine. This course introduces the students to the methodology behind applications of herbal medicine, as well as practical methods related to the utilisation of herbs in growing and...
read moreOpening the Heart Workshop: Sun 3rd March 2013
This experiential workshop will help develop your ability to communicate from the heart and intensify your mental, emotional, and spiritual connection with yourself and others. We practice expressing our heart-felt thoughts and remain open and loving while acknowledging when anger, fear and other challenges arise. This dramatically increases our love hormones – serotonin and oxytocin. In this way we heal ourselves, our loved ones, and our planet – one heart at a time. We learn secrets about how to love people unconditionally...
read moreJuice Fasting Retreats: March 4th-8th (Mon-Fri)
Experience a unique program to enliven your Body, Mind and Spirit through the Power of Raw Juices and Detoxification. Learn simple techniques specifically designed to reconnect you with your body and the natural world. Melt away the stresses of everyday life in a relaxing five day experience and allow yourself to be guided gently along the path to wellness and wellbeing. Take tips home and enhance your wellbeing every day of your life. Retreats includes: A Delicious juicing program designed for rejuvenation, nourishment and...
read moreActivation of the MerKaBa through the Heart: Wed 6 March
LaPlace and Dorothy Wallis are coming from Canada, to conduct a workshop in Auckland, bringing together all of the past and current work of their mentor, teacher and friend… Drunvalo Melchizedek. This is an introduction to the workshop: Awakening The Illuminated Heart. Our relationship with the MerKaBa has shifted and changed, just as the Earth is moving through her own shift and change. Drunvalo has now introduced the next step… the activation of the MerKaBa through the HEART. It is time once again to connect to our light body in this...
read moreSustainable Health through Living Foods: Sat 9 March 2013
With Lara Spend an afternoon learning how to prepare gourmet raw food dishes for optimum health. You will sample juices, sprouts, salads, nut dressings, raw soup, fermented food, vegetable dishes, gluten free and seaweed breads, and dairy free cheesecake. Discover the benefits of living foods for transforming your life and restoring health. Explore the deeper layer of nourishment available through food – our connection to Mother Earth. Lara has been assisting those with food sensitivities, diabetes, stomach disorders, constipation and cancer...
read moreEco-Awareness: Sat 9 March 2013
Soil, Water and Air and their importance in Human Health with Wolf, Cherokee Medicine Man In dealing with the health of the many people I see, one of the most important considerations for their on-going health is to make them aware of their home and surrounding environment, and the food they are eating. In our Native American cultures, clean water, clean air, and the health of the soil are as sacred to us as is life, for without these things, eventually, there would be no life. All life is dependent on these three things. A large part of my...
read moreThe Sacred Landscape of Aotearoa: Gary Cook, Sat 16 March 2013
Gary is an explorer of ancient sacred places and energy sites in the unique New Zealand landscape. This workshop offers a unique glimpse into the deeper value of our natural environment. Gary’s extensive journeys and experiences allows him to share much of the deeper nature of the forests, the waters and the mountains, enabling us all to connect with the natural order in a deeper and more meaningful way. Date: Saturday March 16th 3:00pm-5:00pm Venue: Kawai Purapura, 14 Mills Lane, Albany, North Shore, Auckland Contribution: $20 Phone...
read moreEarth Songs: Sat 16 March
A one night “off the grid” world music celebration. Featuring high energy percussive music from AKSamba, Tamashii Taiko Drummers, African Drummers and Dubtext – live electronica! For those of us who can’t make it down to WOMAD – we bring a slice of world music to the beautiful Kawai Purapura Retreat Centre in Albany – just 20 minutes drive from Auckland CBD. A fun, family-friendly, alcohol-free evening celebrating dance music from all over the world. There will also be a twilight eco market featuring food...
read moreEarth Songs: Sat 16 March
Earth Songs A one night “off the grid” world music celebration. Featuring high energy percussive music from AKSamba, Tamashii Taiko Drummers, African Drummers and Dubtext! Saturday March 16 7pm-11pm AKSamba is an innovative world percussion band playing a musical fusion of hot Brazilian rhythms (such as samba, samba-reggae, coco, baião) with drum & bass, hip-hop and other dance influences. They aim to create “an unusual, extraordinary, awesome musical experience!” “AKSamba got the crowd moving and grooving in no...
read moreShamballa Tantra Couples Retreat: March 18-22 2013 (Mon-Fri)
A 5 day Retreat for Couples who are seeking to radically deepen their relating as a vehicle for each other’s love and freedom and also for those who are teaching or interested in teaching tantra as a couple. Taught by Bruce and Shakara Lyon ( Shamballa Tantra www.shamballatantra.com ), assisted by Niten and Santoshi ( www.tantra-spirit.com ) Ohad and Dawn Ezrahi (http://eng.kabalove.org/) This is a unique opportunity for 12 invited couples to enter a truly transformative field and learn advanced practices for co-creating your...
read moreMaking of the New Adam Kadmon: 20-21 March 2013
Awakening the Angels of New Earth With Earth’s transition to the 5th dimensional envelope of Light on 21st December 2012, the Adam Kadmon angelic beings are NOW ready to awaken their nature as an effective energy bridge, supporting the harmonisation and stabilisation of Earth’s dimensional shift viz-a-viz the evolutionary path of the Milky Way Galaxy. This powerful workshop is intended to activate the genetic code, soul memories and abilities of our Earth Angels – the descendants of Adam Kadmon race – whose mission is to assist in...
read moreAwakening The Illuminated Heart: March 21-24 (Thur-Sun)
In the new Awakening The Illuminated Heart workshop Ron LaPlace and Dorothy Wallis bring together all of the past and current work of their mentor, teacher and friend… Drunvalo Melchizedek. Our relationship with the MerKaBa has shifted and changed, just as the Earth is moving through her own shift and change. Drunvalo has now introduced the next step… the activation of the MerKaBa through the HEART. It is time once again to connect to our light body in this way… a way that is natural and complete… a way that opens the door to the Unity...
read moreThe Work of Byron Katie Weekend Workshop: March 22–24 2013 (Fri-Sun)
Who would you be without your story? The Work of Byron Katie is a way of identifying and questioning the thoughts that cause all the anger, fear, depression, addiction, and violence in the world. Experience the happiness of undoing those thoughts through The Work, and allow your mind to return to its true, awakened, peaceful, creative nature. With Certified Facilitators: Valli Waugh and Gramya Alonso-Barth have been doing The Work for 12 years, and have run workshops and given sessions to clients from all over the world. Valli has been...
read moreAfrican Dance & Drum Celebration: Fri 22 March
M’Bongi (Healing Circle) One of the most ancient ZIMBABWEAN traditions is a community gathering that is focused on the healing rhythms of Earth, Water, Fire and Air. A celebration using Drums, Music and Dance. This is an opportunity to experience the music in it’s true cultural context & really experience the true power of N’jinji. Jimmy Dale invites you to come together and celebrate with each other -bring instruments and simple food to share! Date: Friday 22nd March 7.30 pm Cost: $10 Venue: Lotus Sanctuary, Kawaipurapura...
read moreStories of Wind, Earth, Water and Fire: Sat 23 March 2013
An interactive puppet session with Lyn Kreigler, for Children of all ages! A famous New Zealand children’s storyteller, illustrator, and author, Lynn Kreigler has been touring New Zealand schools since 1990, captivating the hearts of children wherever she goes. She is a passionate advocate for the preservation and protection of the environment. Lynn celebrates the natural environment and all the forces which shape it through her interactive puppet sessions, inspiring children to explore the magical and mysterious within nature. A...
read moreEarthing: Repolarise Yourself with the Earth’s Energies: Sat 23 March 2013
Reconnect to the Earth’s biochemical energy through walking barefoot in the forest. Emerging scientific research has revealed a surprisingly positive and environmental factor on health: direct physical contact with the vast supply of electrons on the surface of the Earth. Modern lifestyle separates us from this contact, making us vulnerable to stresses and illnesses. Take a moment to reconnection with the Earth’s electrons and promote your health and well-being. Date: Saturday 23rd March 2:00pm-2:45pm Venue: Kawai Purapura, 14 Mills...
read morePositive Balance: 23-24 March (Sat-Sun)
A 2 day wellbeing retreat Everyone LOVED the last retreat which we held in February 2012, but had just one complaint…it was TOO short….so this time, we are back, bigger and better than ever…and rocking your wellbeing over TWO days!! That’s 2 whole days 2 revitalise, 2 restore and 2 renew … 2 whole days to focus on YOU!! “Fantastic…. the content, the venue, food, people, workshops, massage! I expected to be worn out with Yoga, but in fact, wanted more of everything! I found it invigorating, soothing, and inspiring.” When: 23rd...
read moreInternational Yoga Festival & Conference: Easter 2013 (Fri-Mon)
We are delighted to welcome back Swami Durgananda – the Spiritual leader of Samata Yoga – a modern woman with an ancient job, plus Swami Muktidharma, NZ Acharya (spiritual guide) from Anahata Yoga Retreat in Takaka, Golden Bay. You will also see and hear Drs Pooja and Sridhar Maddela from Wellpark College, who gave highly successful seminars on Yoga Therapy. Neal Goshal and Karla Brodie, senior associate teachers with Donna Farhi, Mande White, a sought after fitness consultant, and Vincent Bolletta, leading exponent of Biomechanics, will...
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