Āio Wīra Retreat Centre
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Details on the differences between Āio Wīra Juice Fasts and 3 Day Wellness Retreats are below.
Juice Fasts
For centuries, fasting has been used as a way to heal the body, mind and spirit, restoring balance and clarity. A Juice Fast at Āio Wīra offers you the space to step away from everyday life and take time for deep rest, renewal and reconnection.
You will be nourished with organic fruit and vegetable juices, along with a warming vegetable potassium broth in the evening.
Our experienced facilitators will guide you through the process, sharing the principles and benefits of fasting in a supportive and caring environment. Daily yoga and meditation sessions are complemented by a variety of guest-led workshops, such as Qi Gong and Reflexology. Massages and bodywork therapy are available as an optional extra.
In your free time, enjoy the peace of our tranquil sanctuary, there are bushwalks to enjoy, spa and sauna, or a refreshing swim in the river. Famous Te Henga (Bethells) beach is a ten minute drive away.
Investment is $725 for 5 Days. Payment plans are available. See upcoming dates below.
3 Day Wellness Retreats (Fri 9am to Sun 1pm)
These 2-night, 3-day retreats offer a chance to step out of your routine and reset in a simple, supported way. You’ll be nourished with organic fruit and vegetable juices, balanced smoothies, and a warm blended soup each evening.
Each day includes gentle yoga, meditation, and time to enjoy the spa and sauna, along with practical workshops to support your wellbeing. There’s plenty of space to slow down, whether that’s walking, reading, or simply resting.
Led by experienced facilitators, the retreat is designed to feel supportive and unhurried. Set in the quiet surroundings of Āio Wīra, it’s a chance to reconnect with your health and return home feeling clearer and more grounded.
Investment is $495, payment plans are available.
O C T O B E R 2 0 2 6
Āio Wīra 3 Day Wellness Retreat with Barry
Oct 16th - 18th (Fri-Sun)
Barry is warm and caring, with many years of experience fasting and facilitating at Āio Wīra. Guests enjoy his relaxed and friendly approach. He has trained as a Naturopath and specialised in body therapies, having taught massage, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and Bowen technique for over 24 years.
“Āio Wīra is a spiritual home for me, and I’m always excited to bring my lifelong skills for the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual upliftment to attendees of retreat programs at Āio Wīira.”
Investment is $495, payment plans are available.
N O V E M B E R 2 0 2 6
Āio Wīra 5 Day Juice Fast with Kiri
Nov 20th - 24th (Fri-Tue)
Kiri is a qualified naturopath and medical herbalist, and also holds diplomas in therapeutic massage and body therapies. She has run her Kingsland, Auckland practice since 2004.
Within naturopathy, Kiri’s areas of focus include gut health, digestive concerns, and mental health, particularly anxiety and depression. Kiri focuses on wholefood diets and is generous in sharing both her knowledge and personal experience, including how meditation and fasting have supported her own wellbeing.
Investment is $725, payment plans are available.
D E C E M B E R 2 0 2 6
Āio Wīra 5 Day Juice Fast with Di
Dec 4th - 8th (Fri-Tue)
Di was the matriarch of Āio Wīra for many years. She lived at the cottage onsite and ran the centre for 31 years. Now living locally in a co-housing community, Di continues to run four retreats a year and is a popular choice with fasters. Qualified as a nurse and a naturapath, she has a loyal following who enjoy her lighthearted, practical and humorous approach. Many laughs and stories will be shared.
Investment is $725, payment plans are available.
J A N U A R Y 2 0 2 7
Āio Wīra 7 Day Juice Fast with Barry
Jan 4th -10th (Mon-Sun)
This is one of our two longer Juice Fasts each year — six nights of fresh juices, yoga, meditation, nature and plenty of time to rest and reset for the year ahead.
Barry is warm and caring, with many years of experience fasting and facilitating at Āio Wīra. Guests enjoy his relaxed and friendly approach. He has trained as a Naturopath and specialised in body therapies, having taught massage, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and Bowen technique for over 24 years.
“Āio Wīra is a spiritual home for me, and I’m always excited to bring my lifelong skills for the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual upliftment to attendees of retreat programs at Āio Wīira.”
Investment is $965, payment plans are available.
Āio Wīra 3 Day Wellness Retreat with Kiri
Feb 19th -21th (Fri-Sun)
A two night three day reset with light food and movement sessions.
Kiri is a qualified naturopath and medical herbalist, and also holds diplomas in therapeutic massage and body therapies. She has run her Kingsland, Auckland practice since 2004.
Within naturopathy, Kiri’s areas of focus include gut health, digestive concerns, and mental health, particularly anxiety and depression. Kiri focuses on wholefood diets and is generous in sharing both her knowledge and personal experience, including how meditation and fasting have supported her own wellbeing.
Investment is $495, payment plans are available.
Āio Wīra 10 Day Juice Fast with Jill and Barry
Feb 26th -7th March 2027 (Fri-Sun)
Our 10 Day Juice Fast is for those looking to take their fasting practice a little further. Ten days of fresh organic juices, daily yoga, meditation and time in nature, with plenty of space to rest, reflect and reset. A chance to step away from everyday routines and give yourself a proper break. With both Jill and Barry facilitating, you will be in excellent hands, well supported through the longest fast that we offer.
Investment is $1295, payment plans are available.