Aio Wira Centre


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Welcome to our website and our Autumn/Winter programme! Many exciting NEW events and workshops are happening over the next few months. We will keep updating this site to let you know what is going on.  Why not click on a few of the topics at the bottom of this page, look around the site and maybe send us an email to tell us what you are interested in.
See also our regular weekly evening events below.

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Individual Retreats.

The Centre is open for individual and small group retreats whenever accommodation is available. Enjoy wholefood vegetarian meals and the facilities that Aio Wira has to offer. These include a sanctuary, book and tape library and a sauna. There are bush walks at Aio Wira as well as more extensive ones close by. Bethells Beach is only a short drive away. Massages are available. The cost of $85 per day includes accommodation, meals and use of the facilities, or $80 per day midweek.


Programme of Events

 

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FASTS -- Five Day Fasts

SEPTEMBER 20th - 24th 2013
OCTOBER 4th - 8th
NOVEMBER 15th - 19th
JANUARY 17th - 21st 2014

A fast using organic vegetable and fruit juices, herb teas and broths. Includes exercise, talks on health-related topics and general interest; relaxation techniques, yoga, Tai Chi, sauna and spa. Shiatsu, facials, Hellerwork, lymphatic drainage, naturopathic consultations, spiritual readings, seaweed or herbal body wraps and massage are available at an additional cost.
Cost $395. Deposit $100 to Aio Wira.


MAY 3rd - 5th -- RATU BAGUS BIO-ENERGY SHAKING MEDITATION WEEKEND

Shaking is one of the world's ancient healing traditions and by working with energy we transform our lives. With Ratu's unique shaking training our vibration increases, awakening our internal sacred fire. This inner illumination experiences blocks where the energy cannot circulate freely, these blocks react and manifests itself in experiences of physical, mental and emotional release allowing us to heal ourselves. Facilitated by experienced students of the practice.
Cost: $200 including food/accommodation/shaking practice.
For bookings or further information, please contact newzealand@ratubagus.com or call 021-0703922 Jenny, or Dana 0275-345398 - www.ratubagus.com


MAY 17th - 19th -- Aroha Healing Sacred Feminine series presents... Sacred Tantra & Bellydance - a workshop for women

Tantra facilitates enhancement of personal relationships, a greater understanding of sexual energy flow, assistance for women, discovering sensuality, enhancement & movement techniques to become an amazing lover & drawing in of all aspects of love. Tantra & Bellydance teachings through Aroha Healing will assist you to elevate your life on a much deeper level as you become more aware of your sensuality, sexuality and feminine energy flow. Aroha healing is dedicated to ensuring your time with us is one of enlightened learning, and an energising yet deeply relaxing & rewarding experience.
Our weekend workshops have been designed to empower women & share sacred knowledge. Experience sacred tantric ritual, sensuality, femininity, Mudra, Bellydance & sacred sexuality, then implement this knowledge into your everyday lives and benefit in a more permanent way. Awaiting you is a clear pathway to bliss. Bring organic feminine juiciness into your life!
"Belly dance is an ecstatic celebration of feminine powers, creativity and sexual energy....sensual, snaky actions mimic orgasm and the breath as a powerful force moving through the body, with the muscular movements grounding to the earth, and the spinning hands reaching to the sky, connecting earth and sky. Also the pelvic motions mimic the birthing process, connecting you to the source of all life". ~~ Dr. Judy Kuriansky, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Tantric Sex
The amazing workshop is over a weekend - Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday and will cover all of the above as well as Tantric Bellydance modules. This workshop is non-sexual in the 'touch element'; however discussions over the weekend involve in-depth sexuality discussion.
For more information please contact the facilitator: Rosanna Marks info@arohahealing.co.nz visit www.arohahealing.co.nz or www.sacredtantra.co.nz or call 0800mindbody


JUNE 1st - 3rd -- Sacred Feminine - Yoga for Women, Queen's Birthday weekend retreat with Swami Karma Karuna

In this special retreat honouring the divine feminine energy, experience the special bond shared between women and join together to reignite our connection with Mother Earth and one another. Through nurturing sessions of yoga, creativity and music learn to awaken and channel the feminine force (shakti) to its creative potential.
Join us in this safe and supported environment to share from the heart and nourish the soul. Experience the power of an all women's gathering and open yourself to the nurturing and compassionate feminine energies.
Includes:
    •   Daily yoga classes focused on specific women's needs
    •   Meditations for expanding the heart
    •   Yantra & mantra for focusing and stilling the mind
    •   Deep relaxation and massage techniques
    •   Discussion on the needs, joys and challenges for women in modern society
    •   Ceremonies and more...
This workshop is set in the deeply beautiful and serene environment of the Waitakere, north of Auckland at Aio Wira Centre. (Off Te Henga Rd, off Scenic Drive North) Aio Wira Centre.
Swami Karma Karuna specialises in women's health. By blending yogic lifestyle and Sannyasa tradition with motherhood, she brings a unique and practical approach, inspiring the integration of yogic principles into everyday activities.
Private sessions available by appointment:
A unique opportunity to receive practices and insights to suit your personality, body type, health challenges and get direction or a personal program, therapeutic applications and health consultations according to your needs.
Retreat starts: Sat 1 Jun 2013 at 09:00 am, finishes: Mon 3 Jun 2013 at 11:00 am.
Investment:
Full residential (2 night/day retreat): Full price (residential) $395
Full Off-site (2 night/day retreat): Full price (off-site) $350
Day prices:
Saturday only (9am - 6pm) $108, Sat & Sun (9am - 6pm) $195
Check in and registration is at 9:00am and the retreat begins officially at 10:00am.
FOR BOOKINGS & INFORMATION:
PH: +64 (3) 525 9887
ADDRESS: Takaka, Golden Bay, New Zealand
EMAIL: yoga@anahata-retreat.org.nz
FB: www.facebook.com/anahata.yoga.retreat


JUNE 6th - 10th -- AWAKENING INTO FLUID PRESENCE facilitated by Sarah Pidutti, RCST

Embodying the Practice of Continuum Movement

Using breath and sound, we explore our fluid bodies through subtle movement, wave motion, and the language of sensation. Through the model of Continuum, we access a deeper relationship to the forces that sustain and support our thriving health and well-being.
In this unique opportunity of delving into our cellular intelligence, we consciously turn inwards, held in the safe nest we co-create as a group. In the 5 days, we lessen external stimuli, allowing our organism to speak through us in an environment that is quiet and receptive. We choose together, when to begin deepening into silence for an "all-nighter" experience, where we breathe, move, and open ourselves within this darkened, 'womb-like' space. Offering the chance to nourish and receive, we explore our inner depths, guided by the richness of our fluid intelligence. The container, being the field that holds us in safety, privacy, and quiet, allows for us full permission to drop deeply into ourSelves, guided breath by breath. We give ourselves the time and space for remembering who we are, anchored within our core, without the distractions from the outside world and the fast-paced, modern-day speed. Indeed a gift to our most Primal Selves! We become 'baby-like', remembering our slower rhythms; listening to our unique pacing, and our innate, internal timing; grounding into our earth/cosmic connection, and in tune with our Bio-Intelligent-rich Selves - the truest depths of Being Human!
For contact details and registration please see the poster. (pdf file)


JUNE 21st - 26th -- SHAMANIC ECO RETREAT - JOURNEY INTO FREEDOM ~ Ancient Understanding for the New Earth ~

Join David de Warenne on this truly life changing and ultimate unique Shamanic experience, as he facilitates this retreat within the pristine and epic beauty of The Aio Wira Centre. This life transforming Shamanic experience will introduce the participant to a wide range of both ancient and leading-edge skills that with practice, will provide them with authentic self-empowerment, liberation, healing and continued spiritual unfolding that will enable the participant to reach out towards their highest potential.
Shamanism is a way of life that dates back to Palaeolithic times, showing us how to live our lives through the act of sacred relationship, that of living in harmony, respect and balance with the Spirit in all life forms. It is the world's oldest method of expanding consciousness in order to access healing, wisdom and knowledge, creativity and immediate spiritual experiences that ultimately bring us back to wholeness. This Shamanic retreat honours all heritages and the spirit of this land.
Total Investment NZ$1250 (Includes Seminar, Accommodation and Meals/Food)
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT - 12% Discount - NZ$1100.00 (No later than March 31, 2013)
NON REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of NZ$250.00 to confirm your place (Please pay promptly as only limited places are available) Note - Repayment plan available
For further details and registration please contact - 'The Academy of Quantum Education' at AQE@xtra.co.nz and visit our website at www.academyofquantumeducation.com


JUNE 28th - 30th -- YOGA RETREAT

A unique natural setting in the Waitakere Ranges, an oasis of peace and tranquillity.
We are thrilled to bring you a weekend of yoga; an opportunity to immerse yourself in this amazing ancient system. Enhance your practice of asanas (poses), pranayama (the breath), chakras (energy centres), dhyana (meditation), and relaxation.
This wonderful weekend will leave you with a deeper appreciation of yoga. .

Be kind to your self - practice yoga.

Hosted by The MaHa Team: Hanne Martin and Maggie Cuthers; yoga practitioners for over 10 years. Both qualified yoga instructors (IYAA), teaching in various community classes throughout West Auckland.
WHEN: Friday 28 June, 2 nights
WHERE: Aio Wira Centre, Waitakere Ranges, Auckland
COST: Only $235 per person - accommodation and meals included. $50 non-refundable deposit required upon registration.
To register, email or phone the Aio Wira centre.
For questions, email : hannehatha@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/hannehatha
Limited spaces, book early to secure yours.


AUGUST 9th - 11th -- "Timeout" Retreat

Relax, unwind enjoy yoga, Tai Chi, bodywork, spa, sauna, bush walks or simply do your own "thing".
Cost $180. $50 deposit and further information call Di @ Aio Wira


SEPTEMBER 2nd - 8th -- EMBODY with Graham Mead

A 6-day intensive guiding us gently through different phases of deep, unconscious resistance to feeling and being in our experience, moving us gracefully to freedom through responsibility for and integration of our emotional pain, mental confusion and physical discomfort.
This unique experience enables us to move like we have never moved, feel vibrantly alive, connected to our essence, aware and on-purpose.
More information about Embody here.
For further information contact Graham enigma@intuitivewellbeing.co.nz.


PERSONAL RETREAT

Aio Wira is available for individual retreat outwith scheduled events. More info at top of this page.
Contact Aio Wira for more details or to book in.


REGULAR EVENTS


~~ EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING 6:30 - 8pm - Yoga with Julie King. $12 per session. ~~





Aio Wira Centre
PO Box 95033
SWANSON
WAITAKERE 0653
Phone (09) 810 9396
Fax (09) 810 8269
E-mail: mail@aiowira.org.nz


Visitors to Aio Wira please note
there is no internet available
and no cellphone coverage!


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