Hope for a Better World
Venue: Tauhara Centre, 60 Acacia Heights Dr, Acacia Bay, Taupo
With Guest teacher Asha Nayaswami and the team at Ananda New Zealand and the Narrows Retreat
Date: Friday 12 May – Sunday 14 May 2023
With warmth and wisdom, Asha weaves spiritual teaching into daily, ordinary life. She is a master teacher, considered by many to be one of the most nuanced and clear teachers of Yoga in the world today.
Asha is a lifelong disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda. She studied and worked closely with his direct disciple, Swami Kriyananda for 45 years.
Asha’s video talks on YouTube and audio recordings are a spiritual lifeline for people of all faiths around the world. Thousands of students have been immeasurably helped by her unusual insight and clarity.
Spend a full weekend in the company of Asha and other like minded friends. See below for a complete schedule
Morning exercises overlooking Lake Taupo
Full Immersion Into Practices for the Body Mind and Soul
Guided Meditation | Chanting and Music | Inspiring Talks & Stories | Delicious Food | Like-minded Company
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Here’s what’s included in the programme:
- 2 nights’ accommodation with all bedding and linen provided
- Delicious meals from the Tauhara Kitchen from dinner on Friday night through to lunch on Sunday
- Multiple programme sessions that includes meditation, joyful ceremonies, inspirational talks, uplifting music and like-minded company
You will enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Tauhara Centre with stunning views of Lake Taupo.
Simplicity, but not primitivism
World compassion, not world rejection
Practicality, not utopianism
Service, not self-indulgence
Love of God, not materialism
Kindness, respect, and an open heart to all”
– Swami Kriyananda
Retreat Schedule
Friday 12 May 2023
You may begin to arrive from 4.00pm onwards
- 6.00pm DINNER
- 7.30 – 9.00pm Opening Satsang – WELCOME and overview of the retreat. Introductions, Music and Inspirational talk by Asha Hope for a Better World
Saturday 13 May
Morning Programme
- 7.00am – 8.30am Morning sadhana (Energization Exercises, Chanting, Meditation)
- 8.30am – 9.30am BREAKFAST
- 10.00am – 12.30pm Inspirational Talk By Asha Nayaswami
- 12.30 – 1.30pm LUNCH
Afternoon programme
- 1.30-4.30pm FREE TIME
- 4.30-6.00pm Inspirational Talk by Asha Nayaswami
- 6.00pm DINNER
Evening programme
7.30pm Evening of Uplifting Music/Kirtan
Sunday 14 May
Morning Programme
- 7.00am – 8.30am Morning Sadhana (Energization Exercises, Chanting, Meditation)
- 8.30am – 9.30am BREAKFAST
- 10.00am – 12.00 Purification ceremony Inspiration from Asha, Questions & Answers, closing and farewell
- 12.00 – 1.00 LUNCH
Afternoon programme
- 1.00pm Pack up and depart
Meet the Host
Kavita is a serious meditator of nearly 30 years. She practices Kriya Yoga, an ancient meditation technique brought to the modern world by Paramhansa Yogananda. Kriya Yoga works with life force or the vital energy.
As a disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, Kavita has dedicated her life to sharing his teachings.
Here’s what others said about our previous retreats
Thank you Kavita and team for organising such a wonderful meditation retreat at the Tauhara Centre in Taupo. I loved every minute of it. From the well organised schedule to the beautiful surroundings and accommodation. It was great being around so many like minded souls. The energy from the group meditation and beautiful kirtan was so uplifting. I gained lots of life changing information and am feeling really motivated in my own practice. Kavita you are so so knowledgeable on these ancient teachings and very articulate on how to incorporate them into our everyday life – Leanne, Hamilton
Just wanted to say thank you Kavita and the rest of the crew. We had an absolutely wonderful weekend – Joanie
Thank you so much Kavita Parshotam and everyone else who helped make the retreat so special. I learnt so much and the meditation was amazing!! Being surrounded by so many like minded souls opened my heart up and sent me home with a glowing feeling inside. I made the vegetarian lasagne tonight for dinner and it was delicious!! Also I must add I miss my roommates late night spiritual convos – Molly
I’m enjoying the vibration I came home with….thank you everyone for being so welcoming and loving. I’m definitely coming back – Donna
A beautiful weekend thank you so much Kavita for sharing. So lovely to spend it with with like minded souls. I heard Tauhara is already booked for next year. Please book me in! – Michelle
Accommodation and Prices:
Available
- Shared Bunkroom $425 (available if we receive cancellations)
- Camping (Bring your own tent/Campervan and bedding) $365
- Staying Off-site (Price includes programme and all meals but doesn’t include accommodation)$335
Accommodation already allocated
- Bunkroom Solo $465 Taken
- Caravans $415 Taken
- The Flat $450pp – Taken
- Chalet – $560 Taken
- Cottage 1 – $550 Taken
- 2 bedroom Cottage – $450pp Taken
Gluten free/Vegan diets please add $30
Comfortable bunk rooms. We’ll let you know if your choice of accommodation is available.
Register for this Retreat Here
A 50% non refundable deposit is required to secure your place. Payment plans available – make your request in the Message box below. Or drop us a line with your questions or comments.
This retreat is marketed by the Narrows Retreat for Ananda New Zealand
