Navigating Together - A Family Constellation Retreat on Relationships

In this transformative retreat, you'll delve into the intricacies of relationships and gain valuable insights and tools to enhance your connections. With the support of Family Constellation Therapy and grounding movement, we’ll explore the hidden dynamics that shape how we relate—to ourselves, to others, and to those who came before us.

By addressing and healing these dynamics, you can create a ripple effect that frees your children from inherited patterns and fosters healthier relationships for future generations.
What we heal within ourselves can heal our children.
Relationships can be at the core of everything we do.

This retreat is ideal for:

• Individuals seeking to understand and improve their personal relationships
• Couples looking to strengthen their bond and navigate challenges together
• Families wanting to heal and enhance their familial connections
• Anyone thinking about having children or have children and wanting to break cycles
• People curious about how their past influences their present
• Those wanting tools and insights to foster healthier relationships in all areas of life

About Your Facilitators

Jo and John offer something truly unique—a couple working together in the healing space, grounded in lived experience, deep trust, and mutual growth. Their collaborative facilitation draws on both personal and professional experience, bringing together relational depth, systemic awareness, and a calm, steady presence that holds participants with care and confidence.

Jo brings a compassionate and holistic approach to healing. With a background in teaching, postgraduate studies in counselling and guidance, and training in Reiki and Yin Yoga, she creates a nurturing, intuitive space where participants feel deeply supported and seen. Her work is grounded in honouring each person’s unique path and capacity to transform.

John is a trained facilitator in Family Constellation Therapy, bringing a steady and grounded presence to every retreat. His background in carpentry reflects his values and deep connection to nature. A former BMX racer and keen mountain biker, John brings both practicality and lightness into the space. His love for sustainable living and mindful building complements the healing journey, offering a solid foundation for others to explore, release, and reconnect.

Together, Jo and John have been walking life’s path as partners for over 26 years. Their shared experience infuses each retreat with authenticity, integrity, and heartfelt care. This creates a retreat space that feels safe, real, and deeply held—where participants are invited not just to witness their own patterns, but to feel supported by a living example of relational resilience and connection.

Dynamic Movement with Lisa Boerner (Kriya-Inspired)

We’re honoured to be joined by Lisa Boerner, who will guide us through Dynamic Movement—a Kriya-inspired practice that supports the emotional integration and energetic alignment of the constellation work. Lisa’s sessions invite you to reconnect with your body, breath, and life force, offering a gentle yet powerful complement to the deeper inner work - Through movement, we ground - Through stillness, we integrate -
Through breath, we come home.    https://lisabsacredscience.com 

The Retreat Setting

Our retreat will be held at the stunning Kula in Muriwai – https://www.kulamuriwai.co.nz/ Immerse yourself in the fresh ocean air and breathtaking views of the Tasman Sea. It feels like you’re standing on the edge of the earth. You'll be nourished with Vegan, GF grounding, soulful meals provided by Family Balance NZ.

Please note: Tickets do not include accommodation. Onsite accommodation is available—please contact Kula directly to arrange.