The beginning of the rest of your life…
Congrats on completing your course! As we often say at the end of our 8-week courses – this is the end of your course and the beginning of the rest of your life!
This journey to know yourself better is an adventure that never ends. What you practice often, becomes the habit of your mind. Hopefully you now have many new practices to develop a happy, relaxed, and dare we say it – peaceful mind.
Still, we know from experience that from time to time we get distracted by other less important but urgent things, become confused or unmotivated and our practice drops away – despite best intentions.
So we’re offering plenty of chances to help you keep practicing, keep discovering and keep opening to the mystery and joy of being alive!
You could think of us like a gentle prodding stick – reminding you of what’s important, of what you got out of your initial course, and perhaps what still lies before you…
Take a look below to see what’s on offer! (And don’t be shy about getting in touch if something isn’t here that you’d really like!)
Please note, the below is for our previous mindfulness course graduates only! If you’re interested in joining a course, or learning more, please visit our MBSR section.
Rest, refresh, renew.
Join us for a Day of Mindfulness
“Thank you so much for Saturday, I really enjoyed the day and it was just what I needed to reset. I loved your teaching/facilitation style and the permission in our life to stop, make time for necessary self care and how to sit kindly with ourselves. I will definitely be keeping my morning practices and focus on wellbeing going forward. I hope to engage in another one of your courses.”
Mindfulness Silent Retreat Days for 2025:
Sat 29th Nov, 2025
9.30am-4.30pm
With Jan Haworth
The day will be in silence, and you will be lead through a range of mindfulness practices.
Cost: $65.00 (limited spaces available)
Location: Mary MacKillop Centre, Kohimarama
Morning and afternoon tea provided.
It’s easy to get caught up in the responsibilities and stress of the day-to-day and forget to take time for yourself.
Join this wonderfully nourishing and restorative day of mindfulness to care for yourself. A chance to refresh, renew, and recalibrate your mind and body.
Join us in the beautiful setting of the Mary MacKillop Centre in Kohimarama.
The day will be in silence and you will be led through a range of mindfulness practices.
Please bring your own lunch and clothing appropriate for the weather (we’ll be spending some time outside).
Register here for our next Day of Mindfulness
Thank you for filling out this form. We realize the personal nature of these questions; therefore, please be assured that the completed forms are kept in strict confidence and only seen by the teachers. All information you provide will be deleted after the retreat day.
Once you’ve completed the form you’ll be taken to a secure page to make payment. Then keep a look out in your inbox for your confirmation email with further details on the day. Please check your junk folder if it does not arrive!
Any questions or queries just get in contact!
Day of Mindfulness – Cancellation policy:
We understand that life can be unpredictable, and we aim to be as flexible as possible while also ensuring the smooth running of the day.
More than 30 days notice: You’re eligible for a refund (less a $5 administration fee) or you can transfer to our next available date.
14-30 days’ notice: You’re welcome to transfer to our next available date. If we’re able to fill your spot, we’ll offer a refund (less a $5 administration fee).
Less than 14 days’ notice: Unfortunately, refunds can’t be provided for cancellations within 14 days of the retreat date.
We appreciate your understanding of this policy, which enables us to maintain the quality of our retreat days and support all participants effectively.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Mindfulness Practice Sessions
With Eve Rudkin
Our lovely colleague Eve is offering regular mindfulness sessions – both online and in person from her space in Meadowbank, Auckland.
Each session includes:
- A short talk to introduce the theme
- Gentle, mindful movement
- Guided mindfulness meditation
- Optional group reflection and discussion
These are friendly, relaxed sessions for those who have completed an MBSR course.
To join, contact Eve at everudkin@gmail.com.
4th Tuesday of the month
7pm-8.30pm
3rd Monday of the month
1.30pm-2.45pm
Cost: Koha – a guide of $15, or as you can afford.
Silent Retreat with Bob Stahl and Jan Landry
11 – 17 May, 2026
Mana Retreat Centre, Coromandel
We’re delighted to share that Bob Stahl and Jan Landry, two highly respected mindfulness teachers from the United States, will be leading a week-long silent mindfulness retreat here in Aotearoa in May 2026.
The retreat, The Elemental Nature of All Things, will be held at Mana Retreat Centre in the Coromandel – a stunning, peaceful setting overlooking native forest and sea.
Bob and Jan are deeply experienced MBSR teachers, known for their warmth, clarity, and genuine care. Their retreat weaves together the foundations of mindfulness as taught in MBSR with insights from Buddhist practice, offered in a way that’s down-to-earth and accessible for everyone.
It’s a rare opportunity to practise with teachers of this calibre in New Zealand. If you’ve ever thought about attending a residential retreat, this would be a wonderful first one – beautifully held, spacious, and rooted in the spirit of mindful awareness.
For those interested in mindfulness teacher training, this retreat also meets some of the retreat requirements for MBSR and other training pathways.
Find full details and registration on the Mana Retreat website.
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