Aio Wira Retreat Centre

Aio Wira Retreat Centre "Āio Wīra" meaning "peace wheel" in Māori. A symbol for honouring the centre of peace within.

Aio Wira was founded in 1970, by a group of yoga students who gave their time, energy, and money to create the Centre. It is not based on any specific spiritual philosophy but exists to support all who wish to develop their body, mind, and spirit. The Centre is governed by a Trust Board and operated by a small staff. Aio Wira is set on four hectares of native bush in the Waitakere Ranges on the western outskirts of Auckland City. Bordered by the Waitakere Stream on one side and bush reserves on the other, there are some delightful bush walks at the Centre and Cascade Kauri Park. Other nearby recreational activities include Te Henga/Bethells Beach and the Waitakere Golf Club. This beautiful, quiet setting is still very accessible to Auckland City - 40 minutes by car or one hour by train from the downtown area. Groups who share our vision use the Centre on most weekends and often for longer periods. Individuals use the Centre for personal retreats, while others work in exchange for their food and keep whenever there is a need.

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As a Charity it's important to the Aio Wira board that the center is moving in the right direction to serve our community, If you have any suggestions or would like to share your experience with Aio Wira, please send through your messages to aiowirachairperson@gmail.com

13/02/2026

When Auckland humidity hits 92% and all you’re craving is the cool embrace of fresh river water…

At Āio Wīra, our sanctuary in the Waitākere Ranges offers just that, a peaceful oasis surrounded by native bush, with river swimming right at your doorstep. Bethalls Beach is only a 10-minute drive away for those who love wild west coast swims.

Join us for a 3-Day Wellness Retreat or a Juice Fast, and be supported by our experienced facilitators as you reset, refresh and reconnect with your wellbeing.

We’d love to welcome you.
www.aiowira.org.nz/coming-up

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13/02/2026

When Auckland humidity hits 92% and all you’re craving is the cool embrace of fresh river water…

At Āio Wīra, our sanctuary in the Waitākere Ranges offers just that, a peaceful oasis surrounded by native bush, with river swimming right at your doorstep. Bethalls Beach is only a 10-minute drive away for those who love wild west coast swims.

Join us for a 3-Day Wellness Retreat or a Juice Fast, and be supported by our experienced facilitators as you reset, refresh and reconnect with your wellbeing.

We’d love to welcome you.
www.aiowira.org.nz/coming-up

Thank you lovely people, for choosing an Āio Wīra Juice Fast to be part of your health journey. 🍋As always, plenty of la...
10/02/2026

Thank you lovely people, for choosing an Āio Wīra Juice Fast to be part of your health journey. 🍋

As always, plenty of laughs, stories, swims, spa soaks and deep relaxation in the native ngahere. Regular retreaters to Āio Wīra always speak of the weight that drops off their shoulders as soon as they turn up our driveway. Nestled at the end of a gravel road in the Waitakere Ranges, we love holding space for you to really peel back some layers and have time for inwards reflection.

Appreciation to Di for her experience and knowledge in creating such a safe space for everyone, and also to our amazing body therapists working their magic for our guests.

See you next time!

A Weekend of Being - Rest, Reconnect, Recharge - March Fri 13th - Sun 15th⚡🌟 This weekend brought to you by Jo from Fusi...
09/02/2026

A Weekend of Being - Rest, Reconnect, Recharge - March Fri 13th - Sun 15th

⚡🌟 This weekend brought to you by Jo from Fusion Body Therapies⚡🌟

Escape to a weekend where inspiration meets tranquility, nestled in the embrace of nature.

Join us for a fun-filled weekend of creativity and learning.

Your weekend includes:
- Constructive Rest position, bring your nervous system back into rest, digest and heal.
Mohala Bodywork Sequence, you will learn a blend of Thai shiatsu and gentle pressure to help the meridian flow in the body.
- Flax harvesting and weaving, this simple but creative craft is a meditation on it's own.
- Gentle exercise to wake up and stimulate movement and flow.
- Create your essential oil fragrance, with our AromaTouch guru Nicky Mann.
- Sauna & spa
- Comfortable accommodation
- Nature walks, swimming, beach

Your investment $650pp with a $100 Non-refundable deposit

For more details and itinerary, Contact Jo 0210506346, info@fusionbody.co.nz

Single rooms are still available for Āio Wīra's annual 10 Day Fast.Have you fasted before and want to take it further in...
01/02/2026

Single rooms are still available for Āio Wīra's annual 10 Day Fast.

Have you fasted before and want to take it further in a safe and supportive environment? This extended fasting opportunity gives you ample time to reset and renew for the year ahead. You will have the full support and guidance from Barry our experienced facilitator. Organic fruit and vegetable juices will sustain you, plus a potassium broth at night provides a satisfying mineral boost.

Daily yoga, meditation and mindfulness along with movement and wellness workshops, will occupy your days while leaving plenty of time to rest and reflect.

Contact us at: mail@aiowira.org.nz if you would like more details or to book your place.
Investment is: $1295

Option to make this a 5 Day Fast if you prefer. $725

22/01/2026

Are you ready for 2026? Need a health boost to get started? Or do you need to book a retreat to look forward to?

Check out our Fasting Retreats and 3 Day Wellness Retreats at www.aio.wira.org.nz

5 Day Juice Fast: $725
10 Day Juice Fast $1,295
3 Day Wellness Retreat $495

For more info contact: mail@aiowira.org.nz

Ready to take the next step in your fasting journey? Our annual 10 Day Fast is designed for those who have already exper...
21/01/2026

Ready to take the next step in your fasting journey?

Our annual 10 Day Fast is designed for those who have already experienced a 5 Day Retreat (or already have fasting experience) and feel ready to go deeper. This extended fast offers greater time and space for rest, reflection and renewal in the peaceful surroundings of Āio Wira.

For those wanting to step it up, this is an opportunity to challenge yourself, reset more fully and reconnect with what supports your wellbeing.

Contact: mail@aiowira.org.nz to book or for further enquiries.
Investment: 10 day fast $1295

Our first Fasting Retreat of 2026 has wrapped up! Led by Barry, the retreat brought together first-time participants and...
11/01/2026

Our first Fasting Retreat of 2026 has wrapped up! Led by Barry, the retreat brought together first-time participants and long-time regulars, including some who have been joining us for over 20 years. All united by a shared commitment to health, relaxation and wellbeing.

Ready to be part of it? Spaces are still available in February for our 5 Day Fast with Di and for the more experienced, there is a 10 Day Fast with Barry starting on the 27th Feb.

We also have a 3 Day Wellness Retreat facilitated by Kiri (a naturapath specialising in gut health) if you would prefer a shorter retreat with some clean living wholefoods instead of fasting.

Contact us at: mail@aiowira.org.nz or head to our website for more information.
www.aiowira.org.nz

Start the new year on the right foot. Our 5 Day Fasting Retreat offers the time, space and support to nurture healthy ha...
09/01/2026

Start the new year on the right foot. Our 5 Day Fasting Retreat offers the time, space and support to nurture healthy habits and cultivate mindfulness in a calm, natural setting. Stepping away from daily routines allows you to reset both body and mind, helping you reconnect with what truly supports your wellbeing.

February 5 Day Juice Fast : Friday 6th - Tuesday 10th February with Di
Investment: $725
To book, contact: mail@aiowira.org.nz

Enjoy our native bush, river swims, the sauna and the spa. We invite our friends and supporters to enjoy staying at our ...
16/12/2025

Enjoy our native bush, river swims, the sauna and the spa.

We invite our friends and supporters to enjoy staying at our wonderful centre this summer. There are selected nights and special rates available this January. Bookings must be made in advance.

Our centre is a peaceful, alcohol- and meat-free environment, so pack your 0% beers and vegetarian sausages and make the most of the river, spa, sauna and native bush.

Contact mail@aiowira.org.nz to arrange your stay.

Stuck for a gift idea this Christmas? Gift a voucher of any amount to be used toward an Āio Wīra–run retreat in 2026. Ch...
15/12/2025

Stuck for a gift idea this Christmas? Gift a voucher of any amount to be used toward an Āio Wīra–run retreat in 2026. Choose from a 3-day Wellness Retreat or a 5-day Juice Fast, with plenty of dates available throughout the year.

Give the gift of health, rest and renewal for 2026.

For a full list of retreat dates, visit our website: www.aiowira.org.nz

For details or to purchase a voucher, contact us at mail@aiowira.org.nz

Done with drinking alcohol? Had a hard year sticking to good food choices? Choose to reset and begin your new year with ...
15/12/2025

Done with drinking alcohol? Had a hard year sticking to good food choices? Choose to reset and begin your new year with a health boost. Book into a 7 day Juice Fast with the support of our experienced facilitator Barry to gently guide you through.

A selection of organic fruit and vegetable juices plus an end of day potassium broth will keep you feeling sustained, while your digestive system experiences a rejuvenating rest.

Gentle yoga and mindfulness each day will support mind, body and soul further supported by daily optional bodywork treatments to further relax and detoxify you.

You will leave glowing! 🌟

Contact mail@aiowira.org.nz to book.
Investment: $965

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8 Aio Wira Road
Waitakere
0781

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