Empowering Journey: A Yoga Immersion in India 2024

Confirmed dates for this trip: Monday November 11th – Sunday November 24th

We will embark on a transformative journey to the heart of yoga, inviting a select group of students to join us on a two-week immersion in Northern India. Our mission is to inspire, connect, and empower individuals through the practice of the 8 limbs of yoga, fostering personal growth, cultural understanding, and a deeper sense of community.

Our commitment is to engage with sacred spaces for self-discovery, embracing the rich traditions of yoga in the land of its origin. We aim to guide our participants on a holistic path of physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

As we explore the diverse landscapes and absorb the energy of this ancient land, our mission is to cultivate a supportive community where every participant feels seen, heard, and uplifted. Through daily yoga practice, and shared experiences, we seek to create lasting connections that extend beyond the borders of our journey.

We are dedicated to fostering a deep appreciation for the local culture, respecting the traditions of the communities we encounter, and promoting sustainable and responsible travel. Our mission extends beyond the physical practice of yoga, aiming to instil a sense of mindfulness, compassion, and gratitude that participants can carry with them long after the journey concludes.

Join us on this transformative adventure as we embrace the spirit of yoga across Northern India. Together, let’s create memories, and embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment.

I am really looking forward to leading a new yoga trip to India at the end of 2024. My fellow yoga teacher Milan Magan and I are inviting a small group of intrepid yogis (5-8 people) from New Zealand to Northern India, the original heartland of yoga.

This trip will be a full immersion yoga experience, and it will be the sixth India yoga trip I have led, and the sixteenth time I’ve traveled through India. Milan has also visited India many times and completed his teacher training in Mysore, South India.

We will practice daily asana and meditation, visit sacred places for darshan (viewing sacred sites and entities), eat amazing vegetarian food, and visit some extraordinary places. India is a wild ride and going with a group of like-minded people can really make it a memorable experience.

What makes this trip special is that we incorporate the 8 limbs of yoga, which will help us to detox, reset, and deepen our practice.

• Yamas – The group will abstain from consuming meat and alcohol and will step out of Western mindsets of material and emotional attachments
• Niyamas – Personal observances include clean living, practicing contentment, self-discipline, self-study and spiritual immersion
• Asanas – Physical postures both as morning practice and stretches during and after long walks
• Pranayama– Control of the breath and mind, as well as learning mantras to suit specific locations
• Pratyahara – Plenty of personal down time for quiet rest and withdrawal of the senses
• Dharana – Deepened focus on a variety of beautiful sacred experiences
• Dhyana – Guided meditation throughout the trip
• Samadhi – Superconscious states that happen when we immerse ourselves fully in the present in divine locations

The five main locations of the trip are:

HARIDWAR & RISHIKESH

After leaving Delhi, our first stop is Haridwar, a famous holy town with hilltop views, sacred bathing sites and a bustling bazaar. We will be based in a beautiful peaceful ashram on the edge of the Ganga – the northern tributary of the river Ganges. We will also visit Maya Devi Temple – a spectacular wish-fulfilling temple.

We will then move on to a few nights in Rishikesh, the ‘Yoga Capital’ of the world. Rishikesh is not only naturally beautiful; it is also jam packed with shops filled with musical instruments, precious stone malas, health food products, yoga clothing, ayurvedic treatments and much more. We will trek to JhilMil and visit the amazing Kali Cave and immerse ourselves in the many wonders of the area.

We will then catch an overnight train to the breathtaking city of Varanasi and explore to the excitement of this ancient place.

Finally, we will head to Barsana, the rural resting place of Ali’s Guruji, Ravananad Saraswati where we will experience the simplicity of rural life. We will also visit in the holy town of Vrindavan and partake in a parikrama (circumambulation) of the town.

These 14 days of yoga cost $2950 and includes:

• 15 nights accommodation (including the first night in Delhi)
• Morning yoga and guided meditation with two qualified yoga teachers
• Light breakfast, tasty beverages like chai and lassi and full sit-down vegetarian lunches or dinners daily
• Transport costs around India during itinerary (trains, taxis, auto rickshaws)
• Guided walks to exciting locations and sacred destinations, with plenty of interesting local knowledge along the way
• Liaising with and guiding yogis prior to and during the trip
• Gifts for each person that will enhance the adventure
• Donations to sadhus and selected local families

This trip does not include:

• Airfares (around $1700 return), online India visa ($50), immunizations (not compulsory), or travel insurance (optional)
• Hotels or expenses outside the set itinerary
• Personal spending money

For more information please contact Ali

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PH: 06 327 4108

ITINERARY OUTLINE

Confirmed dates for this trip: Monday November 11th – Sunday November 24th

Leave NZ on Saturday 9th and arrive in Delhi Sunday 10th. Fly out from Delhi Sunday evening November 24th or stay on and enjoy the wonderful sights of India and choose your own time to fly home.

Day 0 – arrive in New Delhi and settle into the hotel. We will get together as a group for shared discussion and getting to know each other.

Day 1– leave New Delhi for Haridwar on the morning train (5 hours train). Arrive at accommodation and settle in.

• Group lunch in Haridwar town 1 pm
• Your first afternoon between 2-5 pm is free to explore Haridwar
• Late afternoon yoga class overlooking the Ganga (Milan)
• Guided meditation – Ganga Darshan (Ali)
• Group bonding exercise – Circle of Trust (Ali & Milan)
• Evening meal together (optional)

Day 2 – Haridwar excursion

• Morning yoga (Milan)
• Breakfast
• Visit Maya Devi Mandir, Bhairav Mandir, and Bhairav Ghat
• Satsang and guided meditation (Ali)
• Explore and have lunch at the Main Bazaar
• Walk along the riverfront and ghats and visit the famous Hakipauri Ghat
• Afternoon is free for your own adventures

Day 3 – Manasa Devi excursion

• Ganga snan/ holy bath in the river to cleanse away all old karma (Ali) 
• Morning Yoga (Milan)
• Breakfast
• Manasa Devi walk (Ali & Milan)
• Group meditation at Manasa Devi Mandir (Ali)
• Lunch
• Group team building activity

Day 4 – Leave Haridwar and stay in Rishikesh

• Morning yoga (Milan)
• Morning meditation and group satsang (Ali)
• Breakfast
• Check out of accommodation and head to Rishkikesh
• Afternoon off to explore Rishikesh – you may book an Ayurvedic treatment, go shopping, or book a bungy jump.
• Meet up again as a group at 5 pm
• Evening river darshan and Gratitude Circle
• Evening dinner together as a group

Day 5 – Rishikesh

• Morning yoga (Collaborative/ Partner Yoga)
• Breakfast
• JhilMil excursion via Neelkantheshwar Mahadev Mandir (Ali)
• Stretch en route (Milan)
• Group lunch
• Evening group discussion (Milan and Ali)

Day 6 – Explore from Ram Jula to Luxman Jula as group

• Morning yoga (Milan)
• Breakfast
• Check out of accommodation, store bags and explore Rishikesh as a group
• Group lunch
• Leave Rishikesh by taxi and go to Haridwar early evening to catch the overnight train
• Everyone is free to journal and to rest on the 20-hour train journey.

Day 7– Arrive Varanasi evening, arrive at accommodation and settle in

• Milan and Ali back on duty to organise taxis to accommodation.
• Settle into our rooms, then meet again for a big evening meal
• Shared reflections on the trip (optional)

Day 8 – Explore Varanasi and evening aarti

• Morning yoga (Milan)
• Explore the Water Temple, winding back streets, Kali fort and enjoy a peaceful meditation (Ali)
• Group lunch and delicious lassi
• Evening meditation
• Attend aarti ceremony (Ali)

Day 9 – Boat trip and northern Varanasi

• Morning yoga (Milan)
• Morning meditation on the smashan (Ali)
• Breakfast
• Boat trip and group lunch
• Explore the northern parts of Varanasi
• Evening Yin Yoga (Kelley)

 Day 10- Half day off to explore Varanasi

• Rest day from yoga and group activities so we can personally reflect on the journey
• Check out of rooms at noon and store luggage at hotel
• Gather together at hotel foyer for 1 pm lunch (buy provisions for train to Mathura)

Day 11 – Arrive Mathura/ Barsana morning

• Taxi from Mathura train station to Barsana 
• Check into accommodation in Barsana and have breakfast
• Visit ashram and participate in cultural immersion at Guruji’s ashram (Ali)
• Visit the local village and temple (Ali)
• Afternoon yoga at the ashram or temple (Milan)
• Evening meal in Barsana

Day 12 – Explore Lodhauli

• Morning yoga (Milan)
• Breakfast
• Village temple tour & sadhu darshan (Ali)
• Forest bathing meditation (Ali)
• Lunch at the ashram
• Evening walk up to Radha temple (Ali)

Day 13 – Vrindavan

• Morning yoga (Milan)
• Guided breath + meditation (Ali)
• Breakfast
• Travel to Vrindavan auto/taxis/bus + check into accommodation
• Day excursion parikrama (Milan)
• Look around and enjoy group lunch

Day 14- Explore the local area

• Radha kirtan (Ali)
• Breakfast
• Closing ceremony and group reflection session
• Final group lunch
• People who need to fly out will head back from Chhata to Delhi by taxi after lunch
• Evening meal with people remaining with the group

Day 15 – Leave Barsana & Return to Delhi or other destinations

Please note this itinerary may be subject to refinement and change.

Classes and Personal training prices 2023

We always try to offer a great service, great value for money, while keeping our prices as reasonable as possible. You might be surprised to know that our casual yoga class rate at our Marton centre is still $1 cheaper than the casual rate that we use to charge in Wellington 10 years ago. Moreover, casual rates for yoga classes in Wellington and Auckland are currently between $27 -$29 per class. Hopefully you can appreciate the value for money we offer our valued customers and attendees.

Class types and Prices

Casual class – $17 waged/ $15 seniors or unemployed
Drop in to any class. No need to book. Pay as you go, with no weekly or monthly commitments. Mats included.

3 classes in one month – $48 lump sum for 3 classes
Sometimes life throws curve balls and you are either busy or unwell or away. That means you may want to come to classes more regularly but can only make 3 classes in a particular month. No problem, you will still pay less than the casual rate and get to enjoy the classes by paying three classes in advanced for the month.

Weekly Automatic Payment – $15 / week uninterrupted
This is for regulars who come every week and want to pay online. Regulars often have their own place allocated and are a valued part of our yoga community. If you miss a class and your weekly payment still comes out then you can make up the missed class by coming to another class that week, or bringing a partner, friend or family member to another class.

Regular monthly upfront payment – $60 for 4 classes / $73 for 5 classes / or $14.50 for 6 or more classes
Regulars often have their own place allocated and are a valued part of our yoga community. This upfront lump sum payment is made at the beginning of each month, offering you a small discount for 5 or more classes in the month. If you miss a class in month you can come to any other classes to make up the missed class or bring a friend or family member instead. Missed classes cannot be carried over into the next month.

Private Yoga Session – $45 for 30 minutes/ $85 for 60 minutes and $15 for every 15 minutes thereafter If you would like to have a private session where you can focus on your form, technique or advancing into s deeper practice then booking a private session is highly recommended.

Koha or Karma Yoga
If finances are tight and you still want to come to yoga, or you love barter and exchange out we can discuss cheaper class options for you. For example 1 class = 30 minutes of work around the centre.

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Join our new 30 Day YOGA & WELLBEING CHALLENGE 

Our next 30 Day challenge starts Sunday 15th November, and finishes Monday December 14th

Gain health, well being, energy, and get yourself ready for summer

Hello and welcome to the 2020 YOGA & WELL-BEING CHALLENGE.Ali Hale Tilley, director of the NZ Yoga Centre, will kick start the next challenge to inspire you to get the most of your pre-summer cleanse. You can join remotely from anywhere and get same the benefits as group practice. The overall challenge is FREE to participate. Scroll down for challenge updates and registration details.

https://sadhanayoganz.com/30-day-yoga-challenge/

CHALLENGE UPDATES

The 2020 Yoga Challenge includes 5 main parts: 

PART 1 –  Physical wellbeing cleanse  

1. 1. Practice minimum 3 yoga sessions per week
      • You can do 2 of the 3 classes as home, online, or at another studio. However, one class per week must be our Sunday class, with an option for you to do a make-up class at a different time slot if required. Regular yoga practice brings radiant health benefits and is the basis of a deep system cleanse.
   2. Clean and declutter parts of your home, car, garden, or office
      • Unless you are a neat freak, there is sure to be one or more areas that need sorting out. Use this de-cluttering process to create more clear spaces in your environment, so you can feel more mentally at ease. 
   3. Do a deep body scrub once a week  
      • Mix salt or sugar with natural oils like olive or coconut oil. Removing dead skin cells from all over your body helps your skin breath and renew itself. 
   4. Set up a place for regular yoga and meditation practice
      • Find a place where dogs, goats, and kids can’t disturb you. Face your mat east in the morning and north in the evening. Return to this place for each session to increase your vibrational imprint.
   5. Avoid using chemical cleaning and beauty products – use natural products
      • Avoid artificial deodorants, chemical hair products, mineral oil based skin creams and cosmetics. Go online to get inspired by natural product recipes.  You can buy basic low-cost ingredients like aluminium-free baking soda, coconut oil, white vinegar, tea tree oil locally.

PART 2 – Nutritional cleanse

1.   Eat a pure vege diet using Ali’s 85+10+5% rule (no meat or eggs)
   • A pure vege diet is outlined in the post below. The food really tastes amazing and this way of eating allows you to be super healthy before the big Xmas binge.  We will share recipes on out private chat page. We will also come together for potluck feasts that were so inspiring and were the highlight of last year’s challenge.  Going plant-based is the way forward for a healthy planet.
2. Avoid all processed and refined foods, and read labels
   •  No white sugar, white flour, no biscuits, cakes, and slices. No deep fried chips, takeaways, or plastic wrapped food with more than 1 or 2 chemical numbers (additives, colours, flavours). No gelatine, which means no standard cream cheese or cottage cheese, Read every label and purchase accordingly.
3. Research and use well-balanced vegetarian recipes
   • There are so many amazing vegetarian and vegan cookbooks and articles, both online and in the local library. Tag the recipes that make each meal a mini feast and impress the doubters in your family with delicious nutritious fare.
4. Limit alcohol intake to 3 units a week (i.e. 3 classes wine or 3 beers)
   • Time to hang up your party shoes and go sober. Look for ‘virgin’ cocktail recipes online or in cooking books and have a jug of healthy refreshments ready to quench your thirst. You skin and organs will love a break!
5. Stop food dependencies and avoid eating all unhealthy foods
   • How are you going to handle cravings that come as a stress response to work, family dramas? Perhaps buy some sulphur-free dried fruits, organic berries, or 85% dark chocolate. Try chewing cardamom, fennel or caraway seeds. Make a small platter filled with fresh healthy produce. Get creative and get to know when and why you seek out unhealthy options.

PART 3 – Mental cleanse

1. 1. Practice daily meditation (5 minutes minimum)
      • Sit in silence and watch your breath flow. Observe your thoughts and feelings without getting caught up in them. Check in and find a deep sense of inner peace. Focus your mind on one thing like the rising sun.
   2. Limit entertainment habits such as watching soaps and reading fiction (2 hours a night minimum)
      • Like junk food, junk entertainment is a distraction that pollutes the subconscious mind. If you need to be entertained to feel happy and preoccupied, put on instrumental music, read an autobiography, start a hobby like sewing or woodwork, or journal your inner feelings. Start s social group, join a book club… we are only limited by our imaginations.
   3. Observe your moods in relation to natural cycles
      • New moon, full moon, and planetary phases can impact how we feel. Check http://www.spaceweather.com to see what is happening with the sun’s cycles.  Check how you feel on a grey day as opposed to a clear day. Our moods are related to larger patterns of weather and plantary systems.
   4. Resolve negative mind-sets with self-reflection
      • Like meditation, self-reflection asks us to look in and experience our deep inner state. Does that idea scare you? Are you terrified of what is lurking in the mind’s shadows? Have a chat with the ‘universe’ or inner self and make friends with your shadow side. Ask yourself why do you feel a certain way? Document or mind map the outcome
   5. Establish  a weekly self-care ritual
      • Soak in a bath with essential oil, walk on the beach, light up your home shrine, dance naked in the moonlight, or sit by an outdoor fire. Create a ritual that nourishes you and allows you to feel more connected with the sacred energy that is all around.

PART 4 – Emotional cleanse

1. Rise just before sunset
   • In the Southern Hemisphere the sun rises around 6 am. Check sunrise times and be prepared to leap out of bed when the alarm goes off. Set your alarm a minute earlier each day as the longest day approaches. 
2. Write up a daily journal or a 100 word summary of the week
   • Keeping a journal helps keep you accountable and allows you to check in with how you are really feeling. Why not write a passage to read out at our potluck gatherings? Sharing our feelings in a safe space can help with our mental wellbeing. People do not have to read out what the write but you will be encouraged to share your experiences.
3. Cleanse your personal space with incense, sage, or blessed water
   • Sometimes negative energy builds up around our homes, workplaces or cars. To cleanse this energy try sprinkling salt on the doorstep, light a bay leaf to clear the air, ring a bell to dispel tension, fill a spray bottle with filtered water and essential oil to spritz your space. Become a shaman with your own domain. Chant, sing, act!
4. Avoid where possible toxic or emotionally draining people
   • If you are listening to someone for more than 3 minutes at a time without saying much, it is a monologue or a download, not a conversation.  If you find yourself in a place where someone is talking about themselves exclusively, about a situation that doesn’t really involve you, say something like ‘breaker, breaker’, or ‘can I jump in here’ … Try to invite conversation rather than be a vent for other people’s self-obsessions.
5. Cut emotional chords and reroute relationships through the higher self
   • This is a powerful visualisation exercise. During the challenge period, cut psychic ties with anyone who continually drains your time and energy. Reestablish a new relationship  through the plane of the higher self by sending them positive thoughts. 

PART 5 – Spiritual cleanse 

1. Practice two hours of silence once a week
   • If family members or your thoughts won’t leave you in peace, find a place out of range, without cell phone, or any artificial noise, where you can sit quietly and practice complete silence… not ear phones, no podcasts, no talk back … silence! Once you make a commitment to silence, it feels like a deep cleanse of the soul.
2. Practice forgiveness and acceptance 
   • People and problems can get under our skin. If we practice forgiveness and increase our compassion we can see ourselves and others in a different light. Accept that there are some things you cannot control. Rather than trying to control the actions of others, try controlling the flow or your breath instead.
3. Sit or walk in nature and silently observe colours, smells, sounds
   • Small children are enamored with nature. However, as adults, sometimes we lose that effervescent joy. Take your inner magical child on a play date. Find places where nature actively expresses itself and see how it lifts your spirit. Or go to an art gallery or museum and enjoy the experience of the senses
4. Do some devotional practices
   • If you are spiritual light a candle or incense and dedicate it to someone special. If you are atheist look up at the stars and try to find planets. If you are religious go to chapel, church or temple. If you are pagan create rituals that harmonise your world. How do you connect to that which is bigger than you? Make a ritual to celebrate the day.
5. Read spiritual or religious texts
   • Each day or even once a week, do a close reading of a spiritual chosen text and see what meaning it offers. These texts can spark inspiration for your own writing. Contemplate the power of the written word and dwell on the deeper meaning of what is said.

Schedule

Start Up Class – Sunday 15th Nov. 9.30 am-11 am (doors open at 9.25 am)

We will kick off our 30 day Yoga Challenge with a systems cleansing yoga class, followed by an informal gathering strategizing how to get through the next 30 days following a strict yogic lifestyle.  Please note, remote attenders can join us by Zoom if required. This is a great opportunity to get to know your fellow challenge participants so that you can each offer encouragement along the way. 

• 2 Fortnightly potluck brunch gathering after Sunday classes from 11 am -12 pm: 22 Nov/6 Dec/
• 2 Fortnightly potluck dinners or vegetarian restaurant outing (optional) Sunday 6-7 pm: 29 Nov/13 Nov

Bring a plate of fresh fruit, or healthy home cooking sweet or savory, or raw juice, or a fresh beverage to share with challenge members. Also we will encourage you to share ideas, recipes, or your journal insights. Please note, in keeping with good karma yoga practices, everyone will be expected to help tidy up and do any dishes before leaving.

• Challenge will close Monday 14th December

Please contact Ali at NZyogacentre@gmail.com or phone 06 3274108 for more information

With uninterrupted views of National Park, and Mounts Ngāuruhoe and Ruapehu,

our Eco Lodge was the perfect setting for a yoga retreat.

This was 3 days and 3 nights of blissful yoga, with 9 stunning women.

2020 wahine yogis

The deck spanning the Eco Lodge faced due East, making it the perfect setting for morning and evening practice.

During morning practice, we watched sunrise in perfect silence, with bird song rising out of the surrounding bush and trees.

In the day there was free time to explore the natural beauty of the area.

In the later afternoons we settled in for 2 hours of silence, giving us a chance to be creative or rest as we wished.

At night people sat round the table for 3 course vegetarian meals. I was chef and got some amazing help when the pressure was on.

On night 2, we had a wild fancy dress to let off steam, with a in-house show, which had us all in fits of laughter and pure enjoyment.

On the final night, a deep red moon rose up into the expanse of the Milky Way, offering us majestic reverie and solidarity.

Nine women worked like a dream, participating in yoga, meditation, silence, and sharing of insights.

The next yoga retreat will be in April 2021, and then again in October 2021.

Don’t hesitate to contact me if you would like to join is for the next one.

Contact Ali at nzyogacentre@gmail.com or call 06 327 4108 to find out more about future retreats

The Guru full moon often takes place in July on any given year. The guru full moon is meaningful to me because it is one day on the moon calendar where I know enlightened teachers, gurus, dedicated students, and spiritual ancestors can come together for meaninful interaction and discussion.

Many religious traditions give meaning to this day. Yet, for many, this day is about remembering the wisdom, love, and teachings of your personal guru. It is also about checking in with members of your spiritual community and rekindling connections.

Whether our spiritual community is a community of yoga practitioners, meditators, satsang attendees, or tribal members, the rising of the guru full moon dispenses blessings and tranmits shared meaning so we can remain awakened and deeply reflective.

        Covid-19 Snakes & Ladders - April, 2020 - © Ali Hale Tilley

During Lockdown I designed and painted a new Snakes & Ladders board. Digital prints of the game are avaialble for $10. If you would like a full size digital copy, just email me at nzyogacentre@gmail .com or message me on https://www.facebook.com/NZYogaCentre/

The proceeds of digital sales go towards 3 families I support in India: Ravi’s extended family of 9 who live and work in their own Laundry business in Haridwar; Ratu’s extended family of 10 who live in a small villiage near Barsana; and, my guru bais, Sukanand, Ramdevanand, and Ravianand who have a humble ashram near Barasana.

Hi all, yes it is Day 1 and I’ve spent the morning getting some videos recorded for you. However, because both files were huge they were impossible to load onto this site.

Nonetheless they are both now on my Facebook page. One clip is an important reminder how to breath for mind mastery during the lockdown (7 minutes), the other is an active Hatha Flow session (10 minutes).

Don’t forget to include your positive feedback on my Fb page and let me know if you find this service helpful. This energy exchange will support more clips as the weeks unfold.

Sending you love and light during this extraordinary time — Ali

 

Join our 3 DAY ECO RETREAT in stunning National Park

AWARENESS     AUTHENTICITY     WHOLENESS     GRATITUDE

Highlights

Be in the best location to view the Lyrid meteorite shower (April 20th-25th)
Do yoga, contemplation & meditation in front of uninterrupted mountain views
Go for invigorating walks through the National Park Reserve
Eat fully catered vegetarian cuisine
Be inspired with evening discussion and celebration

How to book your 3 Day Eco Retreat

The Triple Peaks Eco Lodge has 5 rooms with occupancy suitable for eight people. To secure your place in this idyllic 3 Day Retreat, please notify Ali ASAP and pay your $300 deposit by 12 p.m. January 25th. Don’t miss out on your room preference. Room choices with individual retreat costings are outlined below.

Retreat Schedule: Check in Thursday 23rd April – Check out Sunday 26th

DAY 1 – Thursday 23rd April

12.00 pm: Leave Marton by 12 noon (Drive time to the Triple Peaks Eco Lodge is only 2 hours away along SH1.)
Check in time 3 pm at the Triple Peaks Eco Lodge– help carry in & unpack groceries
3.30 pm – 5.00 pm FREE TIME: People will settle into their rooms, make themselves a cup of tea or coffee (see menu), and relax into this amazing setting
5.00 pm – DINNER PREP: Ali will prepare a 3 course evening meal (see menu)
6.00 pm – YIN YOGA: Find you place outside on the deck and do a wonderful Yin Yoga session. We will also discuss the retreat’s themes of awareness, wholeness, authenticity & gratitude
7.30 pm – DINNER: Sit down for a delicious 3 course vegetarian meal (see menu).
8.30 pm – Everyone will help clear up and then we are all free to do some star gazing and meteor watching, or snuggle up and light a fire, or turn in and have an early night.

DAY 2 – Friday 24th April

6 am -7 am – QUIET TIME: Take in a quiet appreciation of this stunning location. This quiet time gives you a chance to be silent and contemplative. So you can peacefully gather your thoughts, minimum social interaction is recommended.
7.15 am – MORNING YOGA: Find your place outside on the deck and do a wonderful Mountain Yoga session with Ali
8.30 am – MORNING MEDITATION: Ali will guide you on an ‘Opening Up’ meditation
9.00 am – BREAKFAST PREP: Ali will set up breakfast (see menu)
9.30 am – BREAKFAST: Enjoy a self-service breakfast and discuss the day’s outing
10.15 am – LUNCH PREP: Ali will prepare sandwiches for people heading out (see menu)
10.30 am- 3.00 pm: FREE TIME: Everyone is free do their own thing from 10.30 am until 5 pm. You can go for a long walk, or visit a local attraction. Or, you may choose to sit quietly indoors. Ali is off-duty during this time
3.00 pm – 5.00 pm – SILENT TIME: If you are back at the Eco Lodge you may take a siesta or sit and read a book. During this silent time we each respect other people’s needs for rest, solitude, and quiet enjoyment.
5.00 pm – DINNER PREP: Ali will prepare a 3 course evening meal (see menu)
6.00 pm –RESTORATIVE YOGA Find you place outside on the deck and do a wonderful Restorative Yoga session with Ali (dress warmly)
7.30 pm – DINNER: Sit down for a delicious 3 course vegetarian meal (see menu). Over dinner we discuss insights from the day
8.30 pm – Everyone will help clear up, then you might like to engage in a shamanic energy rising session before heading outside to look for meteorites

DAY 3 – Saturday 25th April

6 am -7 am – QUIET TIME: Take in a quiet appreciation of this stunning location. This quiet time gives you a chance to be silent and contemplative. So you can peacefully gather your thoughts, minimum social interaction is recommended.
7.15 am – MORNING YOGA: Find your place outside on the deck and do a wonderful Mountain Warrior Yoga session with Ali
8.30 am – MORNING MEDITATION: Ali will guide you on an ‘Finding Wholeness’ meditation
9.00 am – BREAKFAST PREP: Ali will set up breakfast (see menu)
9.30 am – BREAKFAST: Enjoy a self-service breakfast and discuss the day’s outing
10.15 am – LUNCH PREP: Ali will prepare sandwiches for people heading out (see menu)
10.30 am- 3.00 pm: FREE TIME: Everyone is free do their own thing from 10.30 am until 5 pm. You can go for a long walk, or visit a local attraction. Or, you may choose to sit quietly indoors. Ali is off-duty during this time
3.00 pm – 5.00 pm – SILENT TIME: If you are at the Eco Lodge you may take a siesta or sit and read a book. During this silent time we each respect other people’s needs for rest, solitude, and quiet enjoyment.
5.00 pm – DINNER PREP: Ali will prepare another 3 course evening meal (see menu)
6.00 pm – EVENING RESTORATIVE YOGA: Find you place outside on the deck and do a wonderful Restorative Yoga session with Ali (dress warmly)
7.30 pm – DINNER: Sit down for a delicious 3 course vegetarian meal (see menu). Over dinner we discuss the retreat’s themes of awareness, wholeness, authenticity & gratitude
8.30 pm – Everyone will help clear up and then you are free to do some star gazing and meteor watching, or light a fire, or turn in and have an early night.

DAY 4 – Sunday 26th April

6 am -7 am – QUIET TIME: So you can peacefully gather your thoughts on the final day, minimum social interaction is recommended.
7.15 am – take time to do your own yoga practice
8.00 am – MORNING MEDITATION: Ali will guide you on an ‘gratitude’ meditation & closing ritual
9.00 am – BREAKFAST PREP: Everyone will sort out their own breakfast
10.00 am – check out of accommodation

Vegetarian Menu

Please give Ali plenty of advanced notice of any dietary preference and intolerances.
Tea, herbal tea, plunger coffee will be available for people to make during the stay.
Please bring any extra food, beverages, nutrition, or snacks to supplement the menu provided. Alcohol will not be supplied so please bring your own if desired.

Day 1 –
On arrival: help yourself to light refreshments. Tea with organic mill, honey, herbal tea, plunger coffee, crackers and vegetarian cheddar

Dinner: Zucchini Pesto soup, Artichoke Risoni and green salad, roasted spiced pairs

Day 2 –
Breakfast: Energy fruit soy smoothie, muesli & milk (cow/soy milk)
Lunch: Wrapped cheese & mustard sandwiches, cherry tomatoes, muesli bar, an apple
Dinner: Potato & sweetcorn chowder, Fennel, tomato and white bean stew, Plum crumble
Day 3 –
Breakfast: Banana soy smoothie, muesli & milk (cow/soy milk)
Lunch: Wrapped apple, walnut & cheese sandwiches, muesli bar, an Up&Go drink
Dinner: Bruschetta with mushroom & parsley topping, conchiglie with ricotta and green salad, red fruit salad with berries

Room choices with retreat costings

Choice 1: Bourgeois Budget – 3 day retreat package, Full menu, & bunk bed – $120/night

Choice 2: Standard luxury – 3 day retreat package, Full menu, & private queen room – $185/night

Choice 3: Elite Luxury – -3 day retreat package, Full menu, & queen room with mountain views & private ensuite bathroom, – $255/night single occupancy or $335/night for a couple

This retreat is all about having a breathtaking 3 Day Retreat in one of the most beautiful settings in the world

Pay your $300 deposit today

All balances payable by April 17th

Bank Account 01-0504-0163452-00

Contact Ali on NZyogacentre@gmail.com to confirm your payment

There will be no cancellation refunds if you withdraw after February 15th.