Half Day Retreat
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Half Day Retreat

Step back from the busyness of life—enjoy a day of meditation, music, and sound healing to refresh your mind and uplift your spirit.

By Sri Chinmoy Centre

Date and time

Location

363 St Asaph St

363 Saint Asaph Street Christchurch, Canterbury 8011 New Zealand

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 2 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 5 hours
  • Free venue parking

Take a step back from the busyness of life and immerse yourself in a day of peace, reflection, and inspiration. This retreat is designed to help you reconnect with your inner self through meditation, music, and sound healing. Whether you're new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice, this retreat offers a welcoming and supportive environment for all.

Morning Session (10:00 AM–12:00 PM): Introduction to MeditationThe retreat begins with an introduction to meditation, followed by a series of guided practices:

  • Guided Meditations: Learn simple yet powerful techniques to quiet the mind and connect with your inner peace
  • Heart Meditation: Focus on the heart centre to cultivate inner joy, love, and compassion
  • Mantra Meditation: Discover the power of sacred sounds and learn how to use mantras to calm the mind and uplift the spirit

Lunch Break (12:00–1:00 PM): Nourish Your Body and ExploreAs part of the retreat, we will take a break to enjoy a delicious vegetarian lunch at The Lotus-Heart, a serene and inspiring space designed to nourish both body and soul. Lunch is $25 per person and will be lovingly prepared to energise you for the afternoon session. After lunch, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the adjoining gift shop and health store, offering a range of unique items, books, and wellness products to inspire your spiritual journey.

Afternoon Session (1:00 PM–3:00 PM): Deepening Your Inner ConnectionThe afternoon session offers opportunities to deepen your inner connection through music and sound:

  • Sound Healing Experience: Immerse yourself in the soothing vibrations of crystal bowls, gongs, and other instruments, designed to promote relaxation, balance, and healing
  • Inspirational Music: Experience the uplifting power of devotional songs and instrumental pieces that inspire inner peace and joy
  • Closing Meditation: Conclude the retreat with a final guided meditation to integrate your experiences and carry the peace and inspiration into your daily life

Cost: Free (Lunch at The Lotus-Heart is $25 per person)

Frequently asked questions

Seating and Comfort

Participants will be seated. There are tatami seats, cushions, and chairs to choose from. The room will be cosy and warm, so please dress comfortably.

Organized by

Bringing the benefits of meditation, music, and self-discovery to the Christchurch community. Find out more at meditationchristchurch.org.

NZ$25Sep 21 · 10:00 AM GMT+12