The Narrows Retreat

26/08/2025

No experience necessary. Relax and renew with a full day retreat in Hamilton Meditate, good company, inspiration, and beautiful setting. Sunday 21 September, 10am- 3.15pm

https://thenarrowsretreat.co.nz/meditation/meditation-retreat/

10/08/2025

Become your own chakra healer: A one-day retreat in Palmerston North
Saturday 23 August 10am - 3.15pm
Experience deep healing and inner harmony
Learn to increase the flow of life force through your body. Life force heals!
Purify the chakras with guided meditations and energy exercises.
Practise dynamic meditation methods to purify and energise your chakras.
Take home simple yet powerful techniques that fit seamlessly into your routine.
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Become your own chakra healer: A one-day retreat Saturday 24 May 2025 10.00AM – 3.15PM in Maketu at the Maketu Community Centre Sunday 3 August 2025 10.00AM – 3.15PM in Hamilton at the Narrows Retreat Experience deep healing and inner harmony Chakra healing is experiencing a resurgence as people...

10/08/2025

Meditation Retreat in Taupo 3-5 Oct 2025
A Supportive Weekend to Start—or Strengthen—Your Meditation Journey
Teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi.
Venue: Tauhara Centre, 60 Acacia Heights Dr, Acacia Bay, Taupo

With our resident teacher Kavita and the team at Ananda New Zealand and the Narrows Retreat
Full Immersion Into Practices for the Body Mind and Soul
Guided Meditation | Chanting and Music | Inspiring Talks & Stories | Delicious Food | Like-minded Company
For more information or to register go to:
https://thenarrowsretreat.co.nz/yogananda-retreats/

Bernie KrippnerShellee MischewskiJulz Dean Sacha Dowling-Mitchell Alexandra Hart

28/07/2025

Become Your Own Healer: A One-Day Chakra Healing Retreat
A day of deep relaxation and healing in Palmerston North
Saturday 23 August, from 10am to 3:15pm. Learn to purify your energy centres, release blockages, and cultivate inner harmony.
No experience necessary
$125 for a full day retreat or bring a friend and pay just $200 for two people.
https://thenarrowsretreat.co.nz/chakra-healing-a-one-day-retreat/

Become your own chakra healer: A one-day retreat Saturday 24 May 2025 10.00AM – 3.15PM in Maketu at the Maketu Community Centre Sunday 3 August 2025 10.00AM – 3.15PM in Hamilton at the Narrows Retreat Experience deep healing and inner harmony Chakra healing is experiencing a resurgence as people...

13/06/2025

No experience necessary. Relax and renew with a full day retreat at Paradise Valley Lodge in Rotorua. Meditate, good company, inspiration, and beautiful setting. Saturday 28 June, 10am- 3.15pm

No experience necessary. Relax and rejuvenate with a full day retreat. Meditate, good company, yummy food, beautiful setting

28/05/2025

✨ New Series: Music to Heal Your Emotions ✨

Starting tonight and continuing for the next several Wednesdays, we'll explore the beautiful and often undiscovered music of Swami Kriyananda, discovering how these profound melodies can heal our hearts and emotions. 🎶💖

Each session includes:
Chanting
Meditation
Swami's Music
An Inspirational Talk

Join us tonight at 6:30 PM!

Our featured piece for this evening is " Desdemona’s Song ," one of Swami Kriyananda's poignant early compositions from the 1960s.

We look forward to sharing this special evening with you!
ALL WELCOME 🙏🏻

21/05/2025

Become Your Own Healer: A One-Day Chakra Healing Retreat
A day of deep relaxation and healing in Maketu
Saturday 24 May, from 10am to 3:15pm. Learn to purify your energy centres, release blockages, and cultivate inner harmony.
https://thenarrowsretreat.co.nz/chakra-healing-a-one-day-retreat/

14/05/2025

Life is full—sometimes overwhelmingly so. Even when things seem fine on the outside, something inside can still feel restless, like we’re missing a deeper rhythm beneath the noise.
If your heart has been calling for more balance, clarity, or moments of true stillness, this 4-week meditation course may be just what you need.
Based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, this course offers simple, time-tested techniques to help you find calm and presence—right in the middle of daily life.
✨ Weekly group sessions
✨ One-on-one support
✨ Resources to guide you long after the course is over
✨ Small classes
Classes in Hamilton and Rotorua with experienced teachers. Several dates to choose from

Kriya Yoga is a highly effective meditation technique that transforms habitual thought patterns, transmutes negative emotions and nourishes the soul

07/05/2025

Join us this Sunday for a special 3-hour meditation for Mother's Day from 6.30 - 9.30am. Includes devotional chanting. Stay for breakfast afterwards and enjoy spiritual friendships. All are welcome.

07/05/2025

Become Your Own Healer: A One-Day Chakra Healing Retreat
A day of deep relaxation and healing in Maketu
Saturday 24 May, from 10am to 3:15pm. Learn to purify your energy centres, release blockages, and cultivate inner harmony.

Join our one-day retreat and experience deep healing & inner harmony. Practical techniques to improve your wellbeing.

01/05/2025

Meditation for Busy People – A Half-Day Course.
Tried meditation apps but feel like something’s missing? Or maybe life’s just gotten too full and your practice has slipped away?

Join us for a half-day course designed especially for busy people like you. Whether you’re new to meditation or looking to reconnect, you’ll learn simple, powerful tools based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda.

🧘‍♂️ Learn how to calm the mind, uplift your energy, and build a practice you’ll actually look forward to.

✨ Not just for stress relief—but to draw from a deeper well of clarity, vitality, and inner joy.

Still your mind and enjoy inner peace, health and happiness - techniques of Kriya Yoga

23/04/2025

Become Your Own Healer: A One-Day Chakra Healing Retreat
A day of deep relaxation and healing in a beautiful setting in HAMILTON
Sunday 4 May, from 10am to 3:15pm. Learn to purify your energy centres, release blockages, and cultivate inner harmony.

Join our one-day retreat and experience deep healing & inner harmony. Practical techniques to improve your wellbeing.