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A sanctuary for people, a sanctuary for nature.

Te Moata is a flourishing sanctuary where we celebrate life, nurture the human spirit and encourage personal responsibility through stewardship of the natural environment.

09/02/2026

🌿 Sangha at Te Moata – This Thursday 🌿

A gentle reminder that you’re warmly invited to join us for our evening meditation this Thursday, 12 February.

No registration needed - simply come along.
Arrive from 5:45 PM for a 6:00 PM start.
Dana to Te Moata is always welcome but never expected.

You’re very welcome to join us.

25/01/2026

Have You Tried Sangha at Te Moata?

If you haven’t been along to Sangha before, you’re very welcome to come along this week. Sangha is a quiet evening of shared meditation and reflection, open to everyone.

📅 Thursday, 29 January
🕕 Arrive from 5:45pm for a 6:00pm start
✨ No registration required

Dana to Te Moata is always welcome, but never expected.

21/01/2026

Sangha Cancelled Tonight 🌿

Due to severe weather and Paul Road being blocked, it’s not safe for people to travel to or be at Te Moata this evening.

For this reason, Sangha is unfortunately cancelled tonight.

We’re very sorry for the short notice. Your safety is our priority and we appreciate your understanding.

We look forward to gathering again soon 🌿

18/01/2026

🌿 Special Sangha Evening at Te Moata – All Welcome 🌿

🗓 Thursday 22 January
5:00–6:00pm - Theory & Introduction
6:00–7:00pm - Practice Session

We are delighted to welcome Henri and Kate Cloud Wanderers who will be offering a special open Sangha session this week as an introduction to their upcoming QiGong retreat at Te Moata.

This is a wonderful opportunity to meet the teachers, experience their approach and explore whether this path resonates with you - whether for this year or a future retreat.

There is no registration required - Dana to Te Moata is always appreciated, but never expected.

We warmly welcome you to join us.

12/01/2026

Happy New Year from Te Moata 🌿

Our Sangha evenings are starting up again and we warmly welcome you to join us as we begin our 2026 gatherings. Our first session is this Thursday, 15th January.

If you haven’t been before, you’re very welcome to come along and see what Sangha at Te Moata is like. No registration is required - simply arrive and take part in a way that feels right for you.

The 2026 Sangha Schedule is now available on our website:
👉 www.temoata.org/sangha-schedule

Dana to Te Moata is always welcome but never expected.

We hope to see you there.

11/01/2026

Immerse yourself for 3 nights of traditional QiGong training in the mountains, focusing on building and refining Qi (氣) and using that Qi as a bridge to journey deeper within ✨🙏🏼✨

🌿 Te Moata Retreat Centre is proud to welcome and host this immersive QiGong retreat, facilitated by the Cloud Wanderers, in our peaceful setting.

🏡 You’ll be staying at the magical Te Moata Retreat Centre
🍜 Enjoying delicious, nourishing meals prepared by our service team
📜 Receiving authentic teachings from the Cloud Wanderers

💰 $650 investment
👉🏼 Book your spot now: www.cloudwanderers.com/retreat

Learn more about the retreat & location:
www.temoata.org/retreats

10/12/2025

Quiet is closer than you think.

As we approach 2026, our Summer Mindfulness Retreat, 5–12 January, offers a peaceful week of silence, nature and guided presence with Stephen Archer, one of Aotearoa’s most respected and experienced mindfulness teachers.

Stephen’s work spans more than 30 years and includes supporting Olympic-level athletes and high-performance teams - yet his approach remains gentle, grounded and welcoming to both new and experienced meditators.

If you’re feeling the call to begin the new year with clarity and calm, you’re warmly invited to Te Moata.

👉 To learn more or book your place:
https://temoata.org/retreat/summer-mindfulness-retreat/

29/10/2025

✨ Could you use a quiet pause this week?
Join us for our weekly Sangha - Thursday 30th October, 5:45 PM at Te Moata. 🌿 All are welcome, no registration required.

www.temoata.org/sangha-schedule

20/10/2025

✨ The land is looking especially beautiful at the moment, a gentle reminder of the peace and stillness that Te Moata holds.

Check out our upcoming retreat calendar, there are many wonderful gatherings and retreats on our horizon.

🌿 www.temoata.org/retreats

If you haven’t been before (or it’s been a while), we warmly invite you to plan a visit and experience the calm and care of Te Moata in the coming months as we move toward the warmer summer season.

17/10/2025

✨ Diwali Celebration Sangha – 23rd October ✨

Let us all come together for the 23rd October's Special Diwali Celebration Sangha! 🌸

We welcome you to participate in our potluck dinner.
Our team at Te Moata is preparing a mild vegetarian curry dish with rice and Masala Chai, along with some freshly picked green salad.
We welcome small amounts of what you can bring as part of sharing.

🕠 Arrive at 5:30 PM to set up before we begin meditation at 5:45 PM.

After dinner, enjoy a sound healing session.
🍰 Desserts and small snacks are welcome — but please don't feel obliged to bring something if you cannot.

🌟 Be a part of a beautiful meditation gathering and a feast!
It would also be great if you could bring some “fairy battery-operated lights” as we celebrate the festival of lights. ✨
Costumes/attire are welcome for the occasion.

The event will end with sound healing and include a brief about the occasion and its relevance.

🙏 We always invite Dana for Te Moata per your wishes, though the event is free of charge.

📞 RSVP Te Moata Sangha
Contact Paavas – +64 273746281

18/08/2025

🌿 Sangha at Te Moata -2025 Schedule Now Online 🌿

👉 www.temoata.org/sangha-schedule

Our Thursday evening Sangha continues in 2025 - a welcoming space to pause, sit in stillness and reconnect. See the Sangha Schedule page for confirmed dates and add your email there to receive reminders and updates.

If you haven’t experienced Sangha before, we warmly encourage you to join us. 💚

20/05/2025

🌿 Winter Community Meditation at Te Moata

Thursdays from 22 May – 14 August 2025
5:45pm arrival for 6:00pm start | No registration needed

While our retreats take a winter pause, we warmly invite you to join us for a weekly community meditation — held every Thursday evening at Te Moata.

Come sit by the fire, chant, and meditate together in the peaceful embrace of the land. There will be time for quiet reflection, gentle connection, and a cup of tea afterwards if you wish to stay.

✨ All are welcome
🧘‍♀️ Group meditation (30–35 min)
💬 Sharing circle
🔥 Firelight, chants & stillness
🥣 Koha appreciated for firewood and tea

Feel free to arrive earlier to walk the land, the Labyrinth, or visit the Secret Garden — just let us know.

We look forward to seeing you.

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180 Paul Road
Tairua
3591

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 3pm
Tuesday	9am - 3pm
Wednesday	9am - 3pm
Thursday	9am - 3pm
Friday	9am - 3pm

Website

https://temoata.org/

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