Anahata Yoga Retreat

Anahata Yoga Retreat "Yoga will become a mighty world culture that will change the course of world events." - Satyananda

Anahata Yoga Retreat in New Zealand's South Island, provides an experience of yogic living in the midst of native bush and expansive ocean views of Golden Bay. It is a residential eco friendly, yoga retreat offering nightly to monthly stays, private yoga training, daily and weekly programs and ongoing retreats. The environment fosters personal growth and deep relaxation with individualized practices to create a balanced and inspired life. Offering a wide range of yoga retreats and wisdom and our own Yoga Solutions for Life, Anahata's influence stretches worldwide through international programs and seminars.

Read the message from Sw. Karuna, in which she recalls the beginnings of her yogic journey- the words awakened by a retu...
19/11/2025

Read the message from Sw. Karuna, in which she recalls the beginnings of her yogic journey- the words awakened by a return into the arms of Mother India with our India Retreat 2025. ๐Ÿงก

"From the ashram, a day on the road and in the airports to Kathmandu for a quick visa renewal. This is where I met my yoga path in 1995 and i did my first yoga class, full Shank prakshalan, amoroli, yoga nidra and we recorded a kirtan tape and i was a back up singer on my first ever day of kirtan ๐Ÿ˜‚ ! It was a 1 month yoga teachers training with Alakhshakti! My life path unfolded from hereโ€ฆBefore that i was exploring many diverse paths, Buddhism, Vipassna, Tai Chiโ€ฆ I feel like I am coming home being back in Nepal but wow has it changed in the last 30 years!"

๐Ÿ˜Ž PERFECT SUMMER STAY ๐Ÿ˜Ž- Private Straw-bale Studio at Yoga Retreat โ˜€๏ธAre you on the lookout for a perfect summer get-awa...
19/11/2025

๐Ÿ˜Ž PERFECT SUMMER STAY ๐Ÿ˜Ž
- Private Straw-bale Studio at Yoga Retreat โ˜€๏ธ

Are you on the lookout for a perfect summer get-away destination? ๐Ÿ‘€
Look no further and take a look at our accommodation tucked away in nature with panoramic views of Golden Bay ๐Ÿž

๐Ÿ›– CHAKRA ๐Ÿ›– - off-grid straw bale studio

๐Ÿ› Fully furnished
๐Ÿ” Fresh water from our mountain spring
๐Ÿž No light or noise pollution
๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐ŸŒพ Community garden space
๐ŸŒƒ 25min drive to Pohara
๐Ÿš— 35min drive to Takaka
๐ŸŒณ Walking access to Abel Tasman National Park
๐Ÿชต Wood fired sauna
๐Ÿง˜ Renters may also use the yoga shala for personal practice when available

๐Ÿ—“ Available from: 2nd of December 2025 - 24th of December 2025

Interested?
E-mail us at yoga@anahata-retreat.org.nz

๐ŸŒˆ HOW YOGA NIDRA WILL TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE? โœจ Welcome everyone to our fifth post about the life-changing effects of Yoga ...
18/11/2025

๐ŸŒˆ HOW YOGA NIDRA WILL TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE?

โœจ Welcome everyone to our fifth post about the life-changing effects of Yoga Nidra
โœจ Today, we invite you to read the last post in this series, but don't worry it's definitely not the last time sharing the wisdom of this special practice of yoga

5 โ€“ PRESENCE ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ

โ˜€๏ธ The most important journey is the one that leads inward. โ˜€๏ธ
โ€ข When practiced regularly, studies have shown that the Yoga Nidra practitioner can reach a threshold between sleep and wakefulness
โ€ข This is, where contact with the subconscious and unconscious dimensions occurs due to a detachment from external stimuli and the internalisation of awareness.

Benefits:
๐Ÿชท The ability to stay mindful and present increases, not only during the practice but also in daily life
๐Ÿงก Over time, we are able to expand our awareness externally yet stay in contact with the inner nature
๐Ÿ’™ The presence achieved through Yoga Nidra practice transforms each and every moment into opportunities for growth and expansion.

We hope that our series has inspired you to open up to the practice of Yoga Nidra, giving it a chance to transform your life! ๐Ÿ’œ

And if you would like to learn even more check out our upcoming Yoga Nidra Training:
https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/yoga-nidra-training

Did you know you can rent Anahata for your day events? ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธConsider Anahata Yoga Retreat as a venue for your private gat...
18/11/2025

Did you know you can rent Anahata for your day events? ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ

Consider Anahata Yoga Retreat as a venue for your private gathering.
Our eco-friendly retreat centre is in a stunning location, bordering on the Abel Tasman National Park, amidst native forest, and overlooking Golden Bay.

You will have access to:
๐ŸŒป Atma Mandir: Sadhana/practice space equipped with yoga mats, blankets, cushions, bolsters, blocks & shakti mats
๐ŸŒป Surya: Community (main) building with full kitchen facilities, and showers/composting toilets
๐ŸŒป Massage/treatment space
๐ŸŒป Sauna
๐ŸŒป Extensive grounds in beautiful bush
๐ŸŒป Abel Tasman National Park on our doorstep

Interested?
Just email us!
yoga@anahata-retreat.org.nz

And also check out our website for more detailed information ๐Ÿ™
https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/venue-hire

โ€œThe culmination of yoga is the realisation of a higher dimension of yourself and the experience of unity. You reach a p...
16/11/2025

โ€œThe culmination of yoga is the realisation of a higher dimension of yourself and the experience of unity. You reach a place in yourself where your inner strength cannot be lost, where your joy, happiness and confidence does not vacillate and where you are content, satisfied and fulfilled.โ€
~ Swami Satyasangananda Saraswati

Join Swami Karma Karuna for her next intake ofโ€ฆ๐ŸŒ€100 hour - Yoga Nidra Training Course ๐ŸŒ€This 10 day residential training ...
16/11/2025

Join Swami Karma Karuna for her next intake ofโ€ฆ

๐ŸŒ€100 hour - Yoga Nidra Training Course ๐ŸŒ€

This 10 day residential training offers a comprehensive exploration of Yoga Nidra, the science of conscious relaxation and expanded awareness.

During this immersion, weโ€™ll explore the theory, guided practice and teaching methodology of Yoga Nidra, integrating both classical wisdom and modern scientific understanding.

The course will include:
๐Ÿก Accomodation
๐Ÿฅ— All meals
๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Training materials
โœจ Full participation in the course + online components, assessments and accreditation

Book now as spots are limited!
https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/yoga-nidra-training

๐Ÿฅฌ Watercress & Asparagus Soup ๐Ÿฅฌ๐ŸŒป With the arrival of spring, our bodies release the dense weight of winter to step into ...
14/11/2025

๐Ÿฅฌ Watercress & Asparagus Soup ๐Ÿฅฌ

๐ŸŒป With the arrival of spring, our bodies release the dense weight of winter to step into the blossoming lightness of spring.
๐Ÿœ Today's soup is full of light spring energy bursting from asparagus and watercress, seasoned with agni-boosting spices.
โœจ The perfect lunch that will leave you refreshed and revitalised

Serves 3โ€“4

Ingredients:
โ€ข 2 tablespoons coconut oil
โ€ข 1 bunch asparagus, chopped (save some of the tops for garnishing)
โ€ข 1 bunch watercress
โ€ข 1 avocado (save some for garnishing)
โ€ข ยฝ cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped
โ€ข 2 cups hot water
โ€ข 2 tablespoons lemon juice
โ€ข 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
โ€ข ยฝ teaspoon coriander powder
โ€ข Pinch of asafoetida
โ€ข Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
1. Heat the coconut oil in a medium soup pot. Add the ginger, coriander, and asafoetida, and sautรฉ for 1โ€“2 minutes or until the fragrance is released, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
2. Add the asparagus and continue to cook for 3โ€“4 minutes until tender.
3. Reduce heat to low, add the watercress, and cook for 2โ€“3 more minutes.
4. Transfer mix to a high-speed blender, add the avocado, fresh parsley, lemon juice, and water. Purรฉe until creamy. Taste and season with salt and pepper.

Enjoy with a garnish of chopped avocado and asparagus on top! ๐Ÿ˜‹

The recipe and the photo come from the website Banya Botanicals:
https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/blogs/wellness/seasonal-recipe-sattvic-green-soup-for-spring?srsltid=AfmBOooSmQWWXaR7loNudaBL91HCy0gxNoZE9p2FB15aGyxMfeB1XfLC

๐Ÿชท Nervous System balance is a NEED not a luxury ๐Ÿชท2am Wakeup? Feeling tired in the morning? Immediately jumping into a st...
14/11/2025

๐Ÿชท Nervous System balance is a NEED not a luxury ๐Ÿชท

2am Wakeup? Feeling tired in the morning? Immediately jumping into a stressful list of to doโ€™s? ๐Ÿ˜–

If you resonate with any of this check out our:
โœจ NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET - 6 week ONLINE course โœจ

What will you gain:
๐Ÿ’ค Important science behind why good sleep is a NEED
๐Ÿ˜ด Practices and knowledge to support nourishing sleep
โญ๏ธ How to regulate your nervous system for balance, health, weight loss, less inflammation, resilience and immune strength

๐Ÿ—“ First Live Call: 18th of January 2026

Sign up today!

Welcome to Nervous System Reset โ€” a 6-week, transformational learning experience, for anyone who is ready to explore techniques and theory for better sleep, less stress and the release of trauma. Includes Restorative Yoga, Breathing Practices, Yoga Nidra, Self Reflection, Poly Vagal Theory and Vag...

๐ŸŽ…๐Ÿฝ Christmas is slowly but surely approaching...Don't leave your gift shopping to the last minute! ๐ŸŽVisit our online sho...
13/11/2025

๐ŸŽ…๐Ÿฝ Christmas is slowly but surely approaching...

Don't leave your gift shopping to the last minute! ๐ŸŽ
Visit our online shop for Christmas inspiration ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ

Our recommendations for today:

๐Ÿ’ญ PRACTICAL YOGA PSYCHOLOGY ๐Ÿ’ญ
โ€ข A book that simply blends the teachings of yoga with those of psychology, psychiatry and other branches of Western science
โ€ข An interesting approach on an idea of where we are going, and guidelines to proceed on our journey.

๐Ÿ”ฎ CRYSTAL RUDRAKSHA MALA ๐Ÿ”ฎ
โ€ข Enhance your meditation practices with the use of heart opening Rudraksha
โ€ข The quartz crystal help to centre the mind, increase spiritual awareness and set connections with intentions and affirmations.
โ€ข It also promotes healing and energetic balance.

๐Ÿ’ž HEALTH BREATH RELAXATION ๐Ÿ’ž
with Swami Karma Karuna
โ€ข An MP3 file with a relaxing breath practice perfect for a holiday evening
โ€ข Paying close attention to the breath that is carried consciously through the body
โ€ข Deepening the breath to optimise health

Visit our shop here:
https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/shop

โ€ผ๏ธ 10% OFF FOR KIRTAN FEST โ€ผ๏ธAlthough Christmas is still more than a month away, this wonderful gift cannot wait!๐Ÿ”ฅGrab ๐Ÿ’ฅ...
12/11/2025

โ€ผ๏ธ 10% OFF FOR KIRTAN FEST โ€ผ๏ธ

Although Christmas is still more than a month away, this wonderful gift cannot wait!๐Ÿ”ฅ

Grab ๐Ÿ’ฅ 10% OFF ๐Ÿ’ฅ for any ticket for KIRTAN FEST AOTEAROA - 3-4 days of heart opening kirtan, community and connection! ๐Ÿ’œ

Many brilliant, beautiful kirtanists from around Aotearoa will be coming together for this sacred practice of kirtan to share the joy of singing together. ๐Ÿ’•

Use the code ANAHATA*26 at checkout for 10% off any ticket. ๐Ÿ‘€

More info and bookings:
https://events.humanitix.com/kirtan-fest

๐ŸŒˆ HOW YOGA NIDRA WILL TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE? ๐ŸŒˆ โœจ Welcome everyone to our forth post about life-changing effects of Yoga Ni...
11/11/2025

๐ŸŒˆ HOW YOGA NIDRA WILL TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE? ๐ŸŒˆ

โœจ Welcome everyone to our forth post about life-changing effects of Yoga Nidra
โœจ Stick with us to learn about the benefits of regular practice of this form of yoga

4 โ€“ CREATE YOUR DESTINY ๐ŸŒฑ

๐ŸŒผ Each of us has the power to shape our own lives.
๐ŸŒผ The practice of Yoga Nidra helps us to draw out this creative spark through the conscious repetition of a Sankalpa - a positive statement of intent.
๐ŸŒผ Used in a similar way to an affirmation, the Sankalpa is used to raise our level of vibration and actively manifest our reality.

How does it work? ๐ŸŒณ
๐Ÿชด The powerful tool of Sankalpa is like planting a positive seed in the subconscious mind
๐Ÿชด Such positive seed, paired with conviction, faith, and determination, is a powerful tool to focus the mind and give energy to that which we wish to create in our lives

Stay tuned for our next week post where we unveil another amazing effect of practicing Yoga Nidra! ๐Ÿ’œ

And if you would like to learn more about this healing yoga technique check out our Yoga Nidra Training:
https://www.anahata-retreat.org.nz/event/yoga-nidra-training

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โœจ FROM PAUSE TO POWER โœจ-Embracing menopause ๐ŸŒธDiscover new ways to relate to and navigate this chapter of your womanhood!...
11/11/2025

โœจ FROM PAUSE TO POWER โœจ
-Embracing menopause ๐ŸŒธ

Discover new ways to relate to and navigate this chapter of your womanhood! ๐ŸŒท

๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Yoga for supporting menopause
๐ŸŒ€ Nervous system and menopause
๐Ÿ’ญ Breathing, mindfulness and self care technique..and more! ๐Ÿ’•

Bookings:
https://events.humanitix.com/embracing-menopause-march26

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Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 8pm

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Anahata Yoga Retreat in New Zealand's South Island, provides an experience of yogic living in the midst of native bush and expansive ocean views of Golden Bay. It is a residential eco-friendly, yoga retreat offering nightly to monthly stays, private yoga training, daily and weekly programs and ongoing retreats. The environment fosters personal growth and deep relaxation with individualized practices to create a balanced and inspired life. Offering a wide range of yoga retreats and wisdom and our own Yoga Solutions for Life, Anahata's influence stretches worldwide through international programs and seminars.