WHANGAMATA LABOUR WEEKEND 2026 YOGA KIRTAN RETREAT

7pm Friday 23th Oct - 12pm Monday 26th Oct 2026

Whangamata War Memorial Hall, 328 Port Road, Whangamata 3620

All are welcome to participate in another of our popular Yoga Kirtan retreats, an inspirational non-profit event, in the beautiful beachside township of Whangamata over Labour Weekend!

Begin your mornings with japa mala meditation, yoga for all levels, short inspirational Yoga Wisdom talks by Jagad Guru, mellow kirtan music meditation, and refreshments. International Yoga Wisdom teacher Acharya das will be running two Q & A sessions on Saturday and Sunday late afternoons.

Your afternoons are free to enjoy bush walks, nature hikes to waterfalls, beaches, by yourself, or join a group of us as we go on a walk to one of these places (weather dependent).

The late afternoon sessions on the weekend include a 'Bring Your Own Instrument' Kirtan & Music Drumming Circle, Deep Peace relaxation and nourishing plant-based meals.

The evenings offer the experience of blissful, mellow music and the fun of upbeat kirtan music meditation - a chance to dance the night away, concluding with refreshments and an opportunity to connect with others.

Relax, rejuvenate and have fun! Bring friends / make friends, or recharge yourself. Please note: All dinners & refreshments provided at the retreat are vegetarian, plant-based & egg-free (with vegan and GF options available whenever possible).

RETREAT SCHEDULE BELOW

(Please note that the schedule may be subject to changes)

TICKETS:

WEEKEND PASSES:

$80 - Early bird Ticket (until 20th August)

$90 - Full Retreat Pass - Tickets purchased online before the retreat

$100 - Full Retreat Pass - on the door cash or EFTPOS

$40 - Full Retreat Pass Children's ticket ages 13 - 18

Children under 12 are free!

DAY PASSES:

$35 - Full day pass

Casual drop in (i.e. one morning / evening session) - by donation / koha

You can book online for the days you are attending or pay at the door.

Please text to advise if you are coming for dinner (mobile numbers below).

Donations for this not-for-profit event are greatly appreciated.

If financial hardship is preventing you from attending, please contact us.

Please note:

Accommodation is NOT included in this ticket price. A range of local accommodation options are available for visitors to the area, including camping and Airbnb. There is Marae style accommodation for women available at around $15 a night, please contact us to book. If financial hardship is preventing you from attending, please contact us.

If you are feeling unwell, please do not attend. Thank you for your kind consideration of others.

In the case of sickness, tickets can be refunded.

About Meditation New Zealand:

Meditation New Zealand has been offering these programs and events to the community for over 40 years in NZ.

It is not something you join or sign up for. We are non-sectarian; anyone can incorporate these wonderful ancient meditation methods into their daily life. Everyone is welcome, regardless of your spiritual journey or affiliation.

WHANGAMATA YOGA KIRTAN RETREAT LABOUR WEEKEND 2026

FRIDAY 23th OCTOBER

Evening Program

7.00pm Welcome

7.15pm Yoga Breathing

7.30pm Kirtan Evening

9.00pm Light Supper, Tea and Snacks

SATURDAY 24th October

8.30am Japa Mala Meditation

9.00am Inspire Yoga with Carrie Burns

10.00am Kirtan & Yoga Wisdom with Jagad Guru

11.00am Tea and Snacks

Free Time

Optional group beach or bush walk weather permitting.

Afternoon Program

4.00pm Acharya das Q & A

5.00pm Kirtan and Music Drumming Circle (bring an instrument if you have one!)

6.00pm Dinner at Hall

7.00pm Gauranga Breathing / Mellow kirtan

7.30pm Kirtan Evening

9.00pm Tea and Cookies

SUNDAY 25th October

8.30am Japa Meditation Class

9.00am Inspire Yoga w/ Carrie Burns

10.00am Kirtan & Yoga Wisdom with Jagad Guru

11.00am Tea and Snacks

Free time

Group beach or bush walk (weather permitting)

Afternoon Program

4.00pm Acharya das Q & A

5.00pm Deep Peace Relaxation - Yoga Nidra

6.00pm Dinner at Hall

7.00pm Gauranga Breathing / Mellow Kirtan

7.30pm Kirtan Evening

9.00pm Tea and Cookies

MONDAY 26th October

8.30am Japa Meditation Class

9.00am Inspire Yoga w/ Carrie Burns

10.00am Retreat Wrap up and Closing Kirtan

11.00am Tea & Snacks + Pack up

Dress code:

Just a reminder that this is a family-oriented event

Meditation New Zealand runs this retreat in association with Mount Maunganui Meditation and Waikato Meditation.

Inquires:

Please text / call Inger on 0210504866

We are looking forward to seeing you there!

Contact the host of Whangamata Labour Weekend 2026 Yoga Kirtan Retreat