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Adventures in Wellbeing Located in New Zealand’s ethereal Southern Alps, Aro Hā is a centre designed for the exploration of the human spirit.

Aro Hā is a first-of-it’s-kind wellness centre, fusing state of the art building techniques, permaculture based self-sufficiency, and world-class wellness retreats. Our innovative programs stimulate the mind & body by crafting each day with optimally tuned wellness programing. Although challenging, our programs will leave you with a glow that most of us have long forgotten. If life has brought you to a place of needing to rejuvenate, you’ve found the ideal elixir. Join us for a signature Wellness Adventure, or a special focus retreat hosted by a guest educator. Regardless of your choice, you will leave with the same renewed connection to self and mindful enthusiasm for life.

15/01/2026

A week at Aro Ha is about creating the conditions for your best year yet - not through force, but through alignment.

Your phone on Do Not Disturb. Your body moving with purpose. Days led by nature, not notifications. Food that restores. Hands-on care that supports deep renewal.

Space opens up to reflect on what matters, reset your nervous system, and set goals from a place of calm focus rather than urgency.

You don’t arrive to escape your life. You arrive to reconnect with it — clearer, steadier, and more intentional.

This is how momentum is built. This is how your best year begins.

Could one week here activate everything that follows?

12/01/2026

Cold plunges. Long hikes. Quiet minds.
Thank you Rowena Ryan for capturing the Aro Ha experience so beautifully in Escape Magazine.

01/01/2026

The Year of the Horse invites us to move with ease and trust. To jump in, feel alive, and let the path reveal itself. Join us at Aro Ha as 2026 unfolds ⭐️⭐️⭐️

24/12/2025

Happy holidays from Aro Ha 🤍 And an important note from our co-founder —

“Oooooh the holidays.

I’m with family and one thing I notice, among the hugs and the generosity, is we can disagree about nearly anything—from politics to how to clean up after a meal. And sometimes a part of me can get a bit attached to wanting others to think more like me. If they could just know what I know or value what I value… everything would be better.

Sounds silly when I say it, but that very tendency is at the root of all arguments.

If this happens to you, here is my invitation, trade agreement for curiosity.
Of the eight billion people on earth, no-two have all the same beliefs. In other words, you’re guaranteed to disagree, at some point, with every human you meet. It’s just a matter of time.
So, let go of the need to be right.
Instead, inquire. Be curious. Humans are fascinating—the better the questions you ask, the more wonder and amazement you’ll find.

A Simple Practice: “Tell Me More”

When someone shares a view that makes your heart tighten, pause. Breathe long, until curiosity comes back. Then offer three words: “Tell me more.”

And mean it.

Not so you can find the flaw. Not to prepare your rebuttal. But because you’re genuinely interested to know how another lives.

Notice what happens in your body. Notice what happens in the space between you.

Listening is so close to loving that most of us can’t tell the difference.

From our family to yours, may we all experience even more connection and peace this holiday season.

With love,
Damian”

16/12/2025

When tragedy strikes, the bonds between us become even more important. Our thoughts are with the Bondi community as we remind ourselves to offer support, stay present, and show compassion. Every small gesture spreads outward, helping us heal together and foster the peace we hope for.

To all of Sydney, we are with you x

12/11/2025

Did you know connection fuels wellbeing? Sharing a meal, a laugh, or a moment of presence with someone you care about can boost happiness, reduce stress, and even support a healthier heart.

At Aro Ha, we savour these moments knowing that nurturing relationships is as vital as nourishing the body.

This is your invitation to take a moment to check in with someone who makes you smile today 🤍

06/11/2025

Much of the Aro Ha program is about lacing up your hiking boots, stepping into nature, and diving into longevity practices that blend ancient wisdom with modern science.

But there’s another side to this place - a quiet, unhurried serenity. Moments for complete and utter rest. To soak up the rugged landscape. Where the only thing on your agenda is yourself 🤍

05/11/2025

Committing to a plant-based diet for 7 days can feel like a big challenge for some - but at Aro Ha, it’s less about restrictions and more about giving your body the space to thrive.

Our menu isn’t built around ideology - it’s built around longevity.

Each meal is designed to reduce stress on the body, support regeneration, and promote sustainable energy that lasts long after you leave.

Here are 5 reasons to give it a go!

1. To support gentle detoxification
Clean, nutrient-dense meals help the liver and digestive system process toxins naturally, giving your body a subtle reset that enhances the benefits of movement, breathwork, and rest.

2. To reduce the body’s load
Plant-based meals are naturally anti-inflammatory and easy to digest, giving your system space to repair and restore. Less energy spent on digestion means more energy for healing.

3. To nourish the microbiome
A diverse, fibre-rich diet feeds the gut’s good bacteria - the foundation of immunity, mood stability, and vitality. A healthy gut is key to graceful ageing and vibrant energy.

4. To stabilise energy and hormones
Whole plant foods help balance blood sugar, reduce oxidative stress, and support the body’s natural rhythms. This stability carries through sleep, focus, and emotional balance.

5. To align with the cycles of nature
Eating seasonally and locally grown produce keeps us in sync with the natural world - a rhythm that our biology understands and thrives on.

At Aro Ha, plant-based eating isn’t about rules or veganism - it’s about creating the conditions for your body to thrive today, tomorrow, and for years to come 🌾

26/10/2025

While Aotearoa slows for Labour Day, we invite you to do the same - even if only for 20 minutes.�
Open a window, stretch toward the sun, or take your tea outdoors. Let your senses catch up with your body.

Self-care doesn’t always require time away - just a moment of presence in the middle of your day ✨

22/10/2025

The Modern Pilgrimage: Where daily hikes transform exercise into opportunities for reflection, presence, and meaning-making. Each step becomes part of an intentional journey. This is mindfulness meets movement meets self discovery.

19/10/2025

Fun fact: What looks like a moment of play is, in fact, a powerful biological reset.

Cold water immersion activates brown fat, boosts dopamine levels by up to 250%, and strengthens your body’s ability to handle stress.

This mild shock trains the nervous system to recover faster, improving circulation, mood, and resilience over time.

So while it looks like a swim in crystal blue waters, it’s really a reset for every system in the body ✨

15/10/2025

As the days begin to offer some real heat, and the snow caps begin to rise, it’s time to say farewell to a breathtaking winter we’ve just has here in New Zealand - a season of bluebird skies, snow-dusted trails, and the kind of crisp air that reinvigorates you to the core.

To all the guests who joined us through the cool months, thank you for sharing in the magic.

Now, as the layers come off and Glenorchy stretches into long golden days, we turn our energy toward Revive & Thrive - our new 7-day program designed to meet this season of renewal.

If you’re hoping to join us here soon, we promise - there’s something special about each of the seasons here in the South.

🌞❄️🌞❄️🌞❄️🌞

Address

Aro Hā Wellness Retreat, 33 Station Valley Road
Glenorchy
9372

Telephone

+6434427011

Website

http://www.aro-ha.com/

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Aro Hā is a first-of-it’s-kind wellness centre, fusing state of the art building techniques, permaculture based self-sufficiency, and world-class wellness retreats. Located in New Zealand’s ethereal Southern Alps, Aro Hā is a centre designed for the exploration of the human spirit. Our innovative programs stimulate the mind & body by crafting each day with optimally tuned wellness programing. Although challenging, our programs will leave you with a glow that most of us have long forgotten. If life has brought you to a place of needing to rejuvenate, you’ve found the ideal elixir. Join us for a signature Wellness Adventure, or a special focus retreat hosted by a guest educator. Regardless of your choice, you will leave with the same renewed connection to self and mindful enthusiasm for life.