Workshops & retreats

WEEKLY! Monday nights hatha class starts from 7.30 Spring and Summer until the clocks fall back again. Gentle Hatha and Yin yoga available for all abilities and experience.

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Serenity On Sunday

Sunday 2nd February. Will be repeated regularly.

This is your regular SOS for body, mind and soul. Dive into a transformative evening of relaxation, healing, and renewal.

This special session features:
 Breathwork: Awaken the power of your breath to:
*Regulate the nervous system
*Release stored tension and emotions
*Cultivate mindfulness and presence

 Extended Sound Healing: Immerse yourself in the soothing vibrations of crystal and Tibetan bowls, shakers, a healing drum, gong, chimes, and voice.

Sound healing promotes:
*Stress relief and relaxation
*Energy balancing and alignment
*Emotional release and clarity
*Physical and emotional pain relief

 Theta Brain Wave Activation: Guided meditation, yoga nidra and sound healing help you access theta brain waves, unlocking:
*Deep relaxation and inner peace
*Enhanced creativity and intuition
*Profound healing on a subconscious level
*Physical and metaphysical body awareness

 When: Sunday, December 29th
 Time: 7:30 PM – 8:45 PM
 Where: EVOLve Studio, Greenstone Retreat
 Cost: $15 per person (cash preferred on the night)
 Bring: blanket, mat, eye mask/scarf, water bottle/cacao, comfortable clothing with extra layer, crystals and journal if you can.
An empty tummy allows for a deeper meditation and relaxation.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL: message, text 02108113396 or email greenstoneretreat@outlook.com

Led by Kate an experienced Yoga teacher, this nurturing experience is ideal for anyone feeling stressed, unbalanced, or seeking clarity and harmony. Open to locals and visitors alike, no prior experience is needed.

 Reserve your place today and gift yourself the serenity you deserve. 

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MINDFUL MORNING

Feb date coming soon. 10am-12noon

… followed by optional lunch at Empire Cafe or Junction Cafe in Kumara

Let us connect and build community and find time to create healing and self care.
* Time Out
* Relaxation
* Conversation and community
* Create a support network of likeminded people.
* Learn something new about yourself
* Stretch, tone, release and rebalance the body
* Connect to your guides and inner wisdom
* Heal your body through energy work, breathwork, sound healing and meditation journeys.
* Become filled with self awareness, gratitude and inner wisdom.
* Reduce stress, sleep better and be happier.
The Mindful Morning is a regular offering and will evolve over time. Each session will include a mixture of gentle yoga, breathwork and mindfulness work and can be tailored the the groups needs.
Come and join Kate who is the owner of Greenstone Retreat, and a qualified and experienced yoga teacher and group facilitator who is looking forward to guiding and sharing with you.
Comfortable clothing, water bottle and a journal will be needed. If you have a blanket, yoga mat and any other healing or comfort tools you need, please bring them. There are some yoga mats, eye pillows and blankets to use as needed.
$33 per session or Koha.
Koha should be an expression of how much importance you put on the event offered in a way that is affordable to you such as money, gift or energy exchange.
All welcome, no yoga experience needed.
Bookings directly to Kate 02108113396, or through messenger or email: greenstoneretreat@outlook.com

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Reiki 1

1st and 2nd February with Claire of Light Academy

This is a 2 day workshop for Reiki 1. Set to the standards required by Reiki NZ Inc, this comprehensive course gives you all you need to enable you to give Reiki to yourself, your food, water, friends, pets, loved ones and anything else you can think of. Certificate and manual included.

Reiki is the healing power of the Universal Life Force, it is energy and it is all around us. Imagine having the power to heal with your hands! Reiki 1 will give you just that. You will receive 4 attunements during the course, which will enable you to become a channel for Reiki energy. 

The course will take place from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday. You will need to bring a light lunch and warm clothes. Herbal teas and biscuits will be provided for breaktimes. There are cooking facilities available on site.

Course cost is $250, which includes instruction, certificate, manual and access to Reiki 1 messenger chat for all questions after the course ends 

Suitable for anyone aged 12 and over, no prior knowledge or experience required. Please pm West Coast Reiki and Massage for any questions or more details. Please book your place on the course by text or calling 02102447907. Places are limited, so book soon 

Also visit www.reiki.org.nz for more information about Reiki

To book accommodation in addition to this course, please go to www.greenstoneretreat.nz.

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Shamanic Breathwork with Jane Anthony

Taster session.

Date: 21 Feb 2025
Time: 7-9pm

*Tickets* $45 NZ
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL 20% off, ends 1st Feb
To register please complete the form at this link
https://tinyurl.com/greenstonetaster

This 2-hour session is a chance to try out this powerful modality in a quick and accessible format. The session will include an opening circle and instructions, a Shamanic Breathwork Journey (approx. 1 hr), grounding and integration exercises and a closing circle.

Full day:

Date: 23 Feb 2025
Time: 10am-6pm

*Tickets*
$150 NZ.
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL 20% off, ends 1st Feb
To register please complete the form at this link
https://tinyurl.com/greenstonetaster

This full day emersion is a deep dive with extended breathwork journeys and supporting each other. A transformational experience into healing and integration.

*What to Expect*
Shamanic Breathwork is a profound ceremony that blends a conscious connected breathing technique, drum journey, body and energy work, and evocative chakra-attuned music. This powerful combination guides you on a safe and transformative journey into the deepest layers of your being, unlocking profound insights and healing. Your breath serves as a bridge to awaken your own inner guidance and healer, providing you an opportunity to uncover patterns or fears that have you stuck, find inspiration for your soul’s next step, release emotions, and move energy. This is an active session where you are invited to tap into the deepest layers of yourself and to feel, move and express all that arises in a safe space where all of you is welcome.

Experience Shamanic Breathwork as it was meant to be—in a transformative, day-long ceremony. This full day immersion offers a dive deep into healing and self-discovery through extended breathwork journeys and the unique opportunity to support one another, building community and connection. A guided meditation drum journey, live instruments and a unique artwork process all further enhance your journey and integration of the experience. Importantly, we will have ample space for grounding, integrating, and making meaning of your experience, insuring you anchor your journey and move forward with clarity and intention. It is my favourite thing to offer and truly can be life changing in just one day. Try it!

*About Jane*
Jane is typically based at the Yoga Barn in Bali and travels to New Zealand annually on a pilgrimage, offering her healing wisdom through workshops and festivals during the summer season. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to work with her.

Jane is deeply committed to helping others (re)discover their own inner guide and healer. With a grounded, embodied, and trauma-informed approach to spiritual practices, she creates safe spaces for deep self-discovery and transformation.

She is a Shamanic Breathwork Master Practitioner accredited through the Global Professional Breathwork Alliance and International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine. Jane is also a certified Advanced Trauma Specialist (TRTP), an Ordained Shamanic Minister and holds a Doctorate in Shamanic Psychospiritual Studies, Her expertise combines these formal qualifications with the wisdom from her own healing journey, creating a deeply embodied and empowering approach to transformation. See janeanthony.com for more.

*Contact*
For any questions please contact Jane at jane@janeanthony.com or speak to Kate at Greenstone Retreat locally.

*Accommodation*
Greenstone Retreat offers fabulous accommodation and camping options on-site. Consider joining us overnight or even staying for the full day Shamanic Breathwork offering on the Sunday and make a weekend of it.
Book Here: https://greenstoneretreat.nz/

*On the Day*
– Wear loose comfortable clothing you can move in, something you would wear to a yoga class would be perfect. Please bring a yoga mat, blanket or sarong, water bottle, journal, and an optional eye mask or covering. Most importantly, bring yourself exactly as you are, I look forward to welcoming all parts of you
– Bring a pack lunch for yourself or even better a sharing dish for a potluck meal together.
– Please arrive 15 minutes early to settle in for an on-time start.

*Venus Rising*
Shamanic Breathwork was created by Linda Star Wolf of Venus Rising Association for Transformation. “Venus Rising’s Soul Purpose is to co-create a worldwide tribe, dedicated to love, wisdom, transformation, and personal freedom. One Breath, One Tribe, One Love” www.shamanicbreathwork.org

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Seasons of Balance Yoga Retreat

Transition from Summer to Winter

Friday 25^th April from 4pm – Sunday 27^th April 5pm

Event Overview

Join us for a transformative weekend designed to honour the transition from summer’s vibrant energy to winter’s introspective calm. This retreat combines yoga, sound healing, creative activities, chanting, intermittent fasting, Breathwork, chakra rebalancing and a cacao ceremony to help you align with the changing seasons.

Schedule

Friday: Grounding and Intention Setting

Saturday: Creativity and Connection

Sunday: Reflection and Renewal

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What to Bring

Pricing and Booking

Facilitators

Kate
Owner and “fairy godmother” of Greenstone Retreat, Kate will be your main host for the weekend. As a Level 2 yoga teacher trainer with a wealth of experience and an open heart, Kate is dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing space for growth, reflection, and connection. She will hold space for participants throughout the retreat and guide them through yoga, meditation, and mindfulness practices that will leave you feeling rebalanced and recharged.

Steve Page
Steve is a compassionate and experienced mental health nurse with a deep understanding of the mind-body connection. After our cacao ceremony and breaking our fast Steve will lead a practice of chakra tune-up using your voice, helping you align and balance your energy centres. He will also facilitate a session on powerful Wim Hof-style breathwork, an invigorating and transformative experience designed to connect you with your inner strength and resilience.

Amy Cunningham

Amy is a talented musician and musical wellness coach who brings her passion for music and healing to the retreat. Her soulful presence and extensive experience as a singer-songwriter make her a unique guide for our celebration with sound, chanting and kirtan. Amy will lead a session on musical exploration and contribute to the harmonious, uplifting atmosphere of the weekend.

Together, this team of skilled facilitators will provide a weekend of transformation, connection, and inspiration as you transition from summer to winter with grace and balance.

To Book: Email greenstoneretreat@outlook.com or call 02108113396

Embrace the changing seasons and align your body, mind, and spirit during this soulful retreat!