Yoga retreats
New Zealand based yoga retreats, brought to you by the team at Kanuka Yoga Space. Inspired by vinyasa, hatha, restorative and yin/yang styles of yoga.
We have practiced yoga with like minded souls from around the country, at iconic locations like Mt Ruapehu, Lake Tarawera, Waipu, Bethels Beach and Muriwai.
Yoga retreats provide you with a chance to try something different; change your perspective, learn something new and connect on a deeper, or different level than you normally would.
Take your time to connect with others, reflect, journal, listen to yourself, be nourished by delicious food and breath/move mindfully using the practice of Yoga.
FRI 27TH - SUN 29TH OCTOBER - SOLD OUT
WEEKEND YOGA RETREAT AT KULA, MURIWAI
Take a break from your regular weekend routine and enjoy time in nature, deepen your yoga practice, take moments to reflect, enjoy delicious vegan food, listen to the soothing sounds like live guitar and connect with beautiful, like-minded souls.
We are beyond excited to share this magical, full-moon weekend with you at the stunning Kula, Muriwai. A luxurious venue with a yoga studio, saunas, spa, ice bath and panoramic views of the ocean.
Meet your hosts, Megan, Tanija and Stu and check out some accommodation options in the link below.
MEMORIES FROM OUR DAY RETREAT - JULY 2023
We're always very grateful to spend time at Kula, Muriwai; this very special place, nestled on top of a hill with gorgeous views of the West Coast, a calming energy and well equipped to host Yoga Retreats.
Our latest one-day Yoga Retreat in July 2023 was as special as anything we've done before, and was a beautiful reminder that human connection, moving, breathing and being intentional has such an important place in our modern worlds.
recent retreats
MEMORIES FROM ETERNAL SUMMER - MARCH 2022
We returned to the stunning Kula, Muriwai homestead and yoga shala for our only weekend yoga retreat of 2022 - Eternal Summer.
Joined by our amazing chef, Debs, and hosted by Raquel, Tanija and Stu, we embarked on an unforgettable weekend of yoga, music, nourishing food, ice baths, sauna, nature walks and meditation.
Follow the link to see the memories we created at Eternal Summer Yoga Retreat.
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KULA, MURIWAI
MEMORIES FROM OUR DAY RETREAT - MAY 2021
Kanuka Yoga was created using inspiration from New Zealand's natural beauty. From the wild, West Coast beaches of Auckland, to the stunning Auckland harbour and Waitakere Ranges.
Take a peek at the memories from our Kula, Muriwai Day Retreat, overlooking Auckland's wild, West Coast.
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WILD SPIRIT - WAIPU
MEMORIES FROM NOV 2020
This year, we all decided to take a break from handing out pieces of fruit to our young neighbourhood friends dressed in scary costumes...
Instead, we gave ourselves a treat of time and space to relax, unwind, read, practice yoga asana and breathwork, swim, eat, play, learn, dance and connect!
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KULA, MURIWAI
MEMORIES - JUNE '21 - WEEKEND RETREAT
We're filled with gratitude to have shared this beautiful weekend away with like-minded souls at the stunning Kula, Muriwai.
The most tranquil of settings, with yoga inspired activities all weekend, hosted by Raquel, Stu & Tanija from Kanuka Yoga.
Follow the link to see the memories we created at Winter Woodlands.
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BETHELL'S BEACH
MEMORIES FROM OCTOBER 2020
Photos, words and a beautiful video of the Spring Soul day retreat now avaiable.
A day filled with sunshine, nature, yoga classes, music, guided philosophy chats, connection with others and amazing food!
We are blessed to have a strong community of people lifting each other up.
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PARADISE VIEW
MEMORIES FROM JUNE 2020
Hit the link below to read the full recap of our luxurious, Expand Your Light yoga retreat in the Brynderwyn Hills of Waipu, New Zealand.
A kind-hearted group of 16 joined Raquel, Stu and Isabelle from Kanuka Yoga on this memorable weekend getaway; yoga, cacao, full-moon dance party, kirtan and much more!
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WHAKAPAPA
MEMORIES FROM NOV 2019
The Find Your Balance yoga retreat at Whakapapa with Yogascend & Kanuka Yoga was a weekend full of exploration, expansion, and community.
17 yogis came together to enjoy time on the mountain, yoga, and amazing vegan food.
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LAKE TARAWERA
MEMORIES FROM JAN 2019
Check out the recap from our beautiful Lake Tarawera Retreat on Auckland Anniversary weekend of 2019.
Water activities on the lake, silent hikes through the forest, natural hot springs, boat rides, yoga and meditation and some lifelong connections made.
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TESTIMONIALS
"Raquel, Stu and Za did a great job at facilitating. They provided an enlightening, relaxing and inclusive experience, paying attention to various levels of the yoga experience. The accommodation was excellent, with awesome views all served up with delicious meals! I got to spend time forming new friendships and connecting with some amazing people. My first retreat and looking forward to the next one!"
Bron, NZ - expand your light, waipu retreat
"An exhilarating and revitalising experience hosted by the most wonderful people who introduced us to new experiences with curiosity and compassion. It was a pleasure to spend a weekend in such a beautiful setting with amazing and interesting people."
cait, NZ - expand your light, waipu retreat
"Loved everything.. wouldn't change it! Unless it could be made longer... 😁"
BECKY & RAVI, UK - expand your light, waipu retreat
"Awesome experience that gave opportunities for self development and a deepening passion for yoga and wellbeing. Kanuka Yoga went above and beyond and created something special and I cannot wait to be apart of their next retreat. Highly recommend!"
Akila, NZ - Lake tarawera Retreat
"An absolutely wonderful and uplifting yoga retreat at the stunning Lake Tarawera. It really was a heavenly way to spend a weekend. From the moment we arrived we were greeted with big warm smiles, amazing views and a beautiful, thoughtful goodie bag.
So positive and accepting of the whole group. The flow of the weekend was perfect, there was so many connections made, new experiences and lots of laughs. it certainly wont be a weekend I will forget."
Steph, UK - lake tarawera retreat
"Having never really done yoga before the retreat, I went not knowing what to expect. After this weekend I can tell everyone that I would gladly go again as it was an excellent experience and will recommend that everybody go try it.
Trevor, IReland - lake tarawera RETREAT