Yoga is the perfect opportunity
to be curious about who you are.
– Jason Crandell
Current Retreats and Events
Special events, day retreats, weekend retreats and week long retreats
Life Unplugged Retreats
September 13-16 Martinborough - SOLD OUT
September 19-22 Martinborough
SOLD OUT
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Here’s what (just some) yogis say
Going to Ann-Maree’s yoga is like returning home after a hard days work. I feel welcomed, safe and supported every step of the way. No one is ever pushed beyond their capabilities, and yet, the challenges are all there to extend ourselves as much as we wish - Bronnie
Awesome knowledge and insightful tutor, Ann-Maree really brings yoga to life - Rob
Ann-Maree is such a beautiful person and an amazing yoga teacher. With such a caring nature, her yoga classes always seem to focus on the exact flows and poses my body and mind require on that day. She is welcoming and offers such a warm, happy and embracing persona to everyone who walks through her door. I find it such a privilege to be part of her yoga world - C
The yoga community you have created is so special; a great group of people and just what I needed to pause for the day - Kerry
Previous Events
Whakaora Yoga
Retreats & Events
Come be curious about who you are by joining Ann-Maree on a yoga adventure whether it be for a special event, a day, weekend or a week retreat.
Typical Booking Policy
(may vary on specific events)
A reservation requires full payment for day retreats, $600 for weekend retreats and $1,000 for week retreats.
The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled by you. Your deposit may be offered to another retreat event.
The rest of the payment to be paid 21 days before arrival.
Myofascial Release Workshop,
June 22nd 1-4pm, 2024
Myofascial release is a term broadly used to imply work on the muscles and fascia to eliminate pain and restore motion. We use sustained pressure into myofascial restrictions with or without movement to allow the connective tissue fibres to reorganise themselves in a more flexible, functional way. Fascia is very densely woven connective tissue that covers and connects every muscle, bone, nerve, artery and vein as well as all the internal organs. It’s one structure that connects from head to toe without interruption.
Your investment $60 with payments to 12-3430-0097133-50 Ref your name and “Myo”
Celebrate the Winter Solstice, with 108 Sun Salutations.
June 22nd 7-10am, 2024
Come and join me @ Ramaroa QE2 Park , we will begin saluting the sun with 108 Sun Salutations followed by breakfast.
You may choose to combine this with the Myofascia Release workshop on the same day from 1pm.
Your investment $50 with payments to 12-3430-0097133-50 Ref your name and “108”
Rarotonga May 2024
A week of yoga, relaxing and adventuring in the idyllic Cook Islands
Day Retreat @ Ramaroa
March 24th 9am - 5pm 2024. Celebrating Ngahuru.
Autumn, a period of transition, a time for self nourishment and reflection, it invites us to explore an inward and introspective energy, both on and off our mats.
We will welcome the earth element into our practice and think strength, stability and stillness, feeling grounded to the earth beneath you and putting roots down.
Come and join me at Ramaroa, our little piece of paradise on the Kapiti Coast.
Our day is fully catered - vegetarian.
With limited numbers Investment in self is $190.00. Payments to 03-1532-0414778-00 with your name please.
2023 Retreats
Day Retreat @ Ramaroa
9th December 2023 9am - 5.pm.
Kia ora e to whanau
We are planning our last day retreat for 2023, a day dedicated to you. Sometimes at this time of the year we have a tendency to burn the candle at both ends. Come and have some me-time, fill your kete with haauora practices, delicious food made with aroha and a setting to restore your mauri.
We will have blocks, blankets and straps available. Bring a bolster if you have one. Our day is fully catered - vegetarian.
Nau mai, haere mai.
Limited spaces so register by paying $190 to 03-1532-0414778-00 along with your name and email details to whakaorayoga@gmail.com.
A choice of two 3-night retreats at the Ministry of Yoga, Martinborough
27-30 October, 2-5th November 2023
We are delighted to be returning to this secluded and stunning purpose built yoga venue in the hills beyond Martinborough. Pick your three night weekend to celebrate jumping into Spring energy, embracing new growth, opportunities and abundance. A perfect way to grow your yoga practice while nourishing your spirit and realising your life's potential, adjusting our lifestyles as the wheel of our year, of your life turns.
Let's explore together MFR, immerse ourselves into our yoga practice and surrender to the symphony of a sound bath. You may experience profound insights, heightened intuition and a sense of rest. Revive yoga in the morning, Yin yoga in the evening , MFR classes, Sound bath.
Triple share, fully catered with nourishing vegetarian meals suited to your dietary requirements.
Celebrate the Winter Solstice, with 108 Sun Salutations. 2023
Come and join me @ Ramaroa QE2 Park on the 18th June gathering at 7am. We will begin saluting the sun at 7.44am with 108 Sun Salutations.
You may choose to combine this with the Myofascia Release workshop on the same day.
Myofascial Release Workshop 2023
Come and join me for 3 hours of myofascial release using rollers, blocks and blankets.
You may choose to combine this with the 108 Sun Salutations earlier on the same day.
We have now SOLD OUT our 2023 Yoga filled retreat in the beautiful Cook Islands.
We will be returning to the same stunning beachfront venue we used in 2022. The retreat we will include many yoga sessions as well as amazing activities tailored just for you.
So come by yourself, with friends, or with your non-yoga partner; to keep the retreat intimate, there will be no more than 14 spaces available.
Retreats and Events for 2022
Special events, day retreats, weekend retreats and week long retreats
Yoga Retreat, Margrain Vineyard, Martinborough
SOLD OUT 2-4th September
Our day will include
Yin and sound bath Friday
detox practice Sat/Sun
Evening yin practice Sat
Workshop Sunday Afternoon
Dinner @ Tirohana Estate
Wine Tasting @ Margrain
Brunch @ Margrain
Time to explore the outdoor
July Day Retreat @ Ramaroa
Winter is the season where all nature slows down, conserving energy as there is less in and around us to tap into. It’s a time to rest, to slow down, to let your yang energy settle and find nourishment in taking time out. So, lets take a day to rest and release the exhaustion of life surrounded by the changing landscape and the beauty of Mother Nature.
SOLD OUT
Myofascial Release Workshop
Come and join me for 3 hours of myofascial release using rollers, blocks and blankets.
We begin with brunch, porridge with a selection of dried fruits and nuts, a selection of yoghurt, selection of milk along with frittata and fresh bread, avocados, tomtoes will all be available.
SOLD OUT
Celebrate the Winter Solstice, International Yoga Day and Matariki with 108 Sun Salutations.
Come and join me @ Ramaroa QE2 Park on the 19th June gathering at 7.30am. We will begin saluting the sun at 7.44am with 108 Sun Salutations. SOLD OUT
Contact me to go on our wait list
Rarotonga Yoga Escape May 9th - 15th 2022
A perfect antidote to life, come escape to paradise in your own exclusive beachside villa on Muri Beach. Our days will be filled with movement, breath, discovering the joy that is Rarotonga and and immersing ourselves in the luxury of island life. This is an intimate location that we have taken over for the safety of our guests and we would love you to join us. SOLD OUT
April Day Retreat @ Ramaroa
Autumn - a period of transition in many ways. Not just amazing you but also the environment that we exist in. Lets take some time to pause, become grounded in this very special space surrounded by Mother Nature preparing for autumn together.
SOLD OUT
February Day Retreat @ Ramaroa
Beginning our 2022 year with a day to reconnect to our yoga practice, movement, breath, connection surrounded by nature.
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Retreats and Events for 2021
Special events, day retreats, weekend retreats and week long retreats
November 12th - 14th extra retreat weekend
@ The Ministry of Yoga
We have been offered another weekend @ The Ministry of Yoga which sold out in 24 hours. Keep watching for other dates.
Contact me to go on a wait list
November Spring Week Retreat
As nature moves from it’s winter dormancy into dynamic spring energy it brings with it hope for growth and new beginnings. The weather is warm and the sun shines, improving moods and the draw to being outdoors.
We are full of energy and we are nearing our peak, feeling alive and refreshed shaking off the cobwebs of our winter hibernation.
A perfect time to spend a week growing our yoga practice while nourishing our spirits and realizing our life’s potential.
SOLD OUT
October Spring Reset Retreat Weekend
@ The Ministry of Yoga
Spring - a time of nature’s rebirth bringing with it vibrant colors and long sun filled days. An exciting time of the year to reawaken our yoga practice after winter dormancy.
Contact me to go on the wait list
An extra retreat weekend
October Spring Reset Retreat Weekend
@ The Ministry of Yoga
Spring - a time of nature’s rebirth bringing with it vibrant colors and long sun filled days. An exciting time of the year to reawaken our yoga practice after winter dormancy.
September Spring Detox Retreat Weekend
@ The Ministry of Yoga
Spring is a time of expansive movement and growth, the time of the year when we can cleanse and detoxify body, mind and soul. Come join me for a weekend beginning our transition into Spring.
August Winter Retreat Weekend
@ The Ministry of Yoga
Winter represents the most Yin aspect and is associated with the kidneys which hold our body's most basic and fundamental energy. It is believed that by harmonizing oneself with the seasons you can stay healthier and prevent disease, so winter is a good time to strengthen the kidneys, to rest and release the exhaustion of life.
July Winter Retreat Weekend
@ The Ministry of Yoga
Winter is a time for rest, to slow down and reflect on your health. To replenish and conserve our strength for the coming months.
July Winter Day Retreat @ Ramaroa
Winter is a time for rest, to slow down and reflect on your health. To replenish and conserve our strength for the coming months.
Celebrate the Winter Solstice and International Yoga Day with 108 Sun Salutations
Come and join me @ Ramaroa QE2 Park on the 20th June 2021 gathering at 7.30am. We will begin saluting the sun at 7.44am with 108 Sun Salutations practiced in groups of 12.
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