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February 2026
20-22 Febuary 2026
NATURE IMMERSION WEEKEND
Developing a deeper connection with nature awakens us to our own true nature and our deep interconnectedness with all of life. Through explorative exercises, guided nature walks, meditation, sacred ritual and creative expression we will engage in authentic connection with Self, each other and Nature. There will also be time to rest & recharge within the beautiful natural surroundings of Piha and enjoy connecting with a like-minded community. Last year our ‘Nature Connection Weekend was very popular so please book ahead.
Facilitator: Qualified Naturopath and Herbalist Susan Eckert / Shoshana
28 February 2026 TE WAHI ORA is closed.
ANNUAL WEEKEND OF PREPARATION FOR CHECK UP LISTENERS
This is an ONBOARDING weekend of preparation, sharing ideas, planning and developing our 2026 metaphor for the popular monthly free CHECK UP Weekends. This is our focus weekend for our dedicated CHECK UP ‘LISTENERS’ who, for two years now, have come once a month to listen to us as we are learning to move into ‘our own levels of wisdom’.
March 2026
13-15 March 2026
MOVING ON – Pause, Reflect, Release, Reclaim
There are moments in a woman’s life when everything shifts. ‘Moving On’ is a gentle but powerful weekend retreat created for women standing at a threshold. It is not about rushing forward or pretending everything is fine. Honour what has been. Release what no longer serves you. Reconnect with your identity. Step forward with clarity and confidence.
Facilitator: Kelli-Ann Spears
28-29 March 2026
MARCH WOMEN’S CHECK UP WEEKEND
Join us on Saturday OR Sunday for our CHECK UP Weekend where women will have informal opportunities to grow deeper into their own Purpose, Meaning and Value. There is NO cost* for these weekends.
This months focus: AIR is our metaphor for 2026. Remembering our birthing stories of ‘how’ we took our first lungfuls of AIR.
Facilitators: The Listeners & Bev from Te Wahi Ora.
April 2026
17-19 April 2026
WOMEN’S WRITING WEEKEND
Writers block? Feeling daunted about writing? Writing in the company of others can be supportive and inspiring! Experienced facilitator Hilary Star has over a decade of experience in helping women find and nurture their creative voice. Te Wahi Ora Writing Weekends are popular so consider booking well in advance.
Facilitators: Hilary Star
25-26 April 2026
APRIL WOMEN’S CHECK UP WEEKEND
Join us on Saturday OR Sunday for our informal monthly CHECK UP Weekend for women. These days have NO cost*
This months focus: using AIR is our metaphor for 2026. Holding our Breath hoping to discern if something is ‘good or bad’.
Facilitators: The Listeners & Bev from Te Wahi Ora.
May 2026
2pm, 24 May 2026
TE WAHI ORA’S CELEBRATION DAY
A day of celebration! We will be celebrating birthdays, new beginnings and new levels of sisterhood. Celebrate your altruism by enjoying our annual auction! Our programme includes a splendid afternoon tea served by the Te Wahi Ora team. All women welcome. We look forward to seeing you there.
30-31 May 2026
MAY WOMEN’S CHECK UP WEEKEND
All women are welcome at our NO cost*, informal, monthly CHECK UP’s. Join us this weekend on Saturday OR Sunday.
This months focus: Deep Breathing into life’s Purpose, Meaning and Value
Facilitators: The Listeners & Bev from Te Wahi Ora
June 2026
12-14 June 2026
A WOMEN’S FINANCES
Ever wanted to improve your financial literacy and get control of your finances once and for all. Bring you questions and transform them into intentions. Financial literacy and confidence is recognised as key to financial independence and empowerment. And it can be learnt! Lets workshop this together!
Facilitated by Bev Holt with guest and Te Wahi Ora Trustee, Bridgette Arnold.
27-28 June 2026
June WOMEN’S CHECK UP Weekend
For our informal, NO charge* CHECK UPs using AIR is our insightful metaphor as we explore our levels of wisdom.
This months focus: The sun and moon come and go – AIR is our constant.
Facilitators: The Listeners & Bev from Te Wahi Ora.
July 2026
3-5 July 2026
WOMEN’S WRITING WEEKEND
Writers block? Feeling daunted about writing? Writing in the company of others can be supportive and inspiring! Experienced facilitator Hilary Star has over a decade of experience in helping women find and nurture their creative voice. Te Wahi Ora Writing Weekends are popular so consider booking well in advance.
Facilitators: Hilary Star
25-26 July 2025
July WOMEN’S CHECK UP Weekend
Women’s NO cost* CHECK UP Weekend. Join us on either the Saturday OR Sunday.
This months focus: Winter enforces hibernation but never without AIR.
Facilitators: The Listeners & Bev from Te Wahi Ora.
August 2026
14-16 August 2026
SUPPORTING GRIEF
Grieving alone seems natural. Yet to have alone times AND times of listening and sharing our grief brings a new perspective, new resources, new insights and that can make all the difference. Uncover the resources that miraculously comes with the Pain of Loss, enabling us to become more than we have ever been before.
Facilitator: Kelli-Ann Spears
29-30 August 2026
August WOMEN’S CHECK UP Weekend
Where women have informal opportunities to see how their Purpose, Meaning and Value are growing. There is NO cost* for these weekends.
This months focus: How do we respond when the gentle breeze of AIR becomes a howling wind.
Facilitators: The Listeners & Bev from Te Wahi Ora.
September 2026
26-27 September 2026
September WOMEN’S CHECK UP Weekend
For an informal day of noticing the actions of AIR and likening it to what we have noticed happening in our own lives. It is the daily practice of this ‘noticing’ and honouring it’s significance that brings the shift.
This months focus: The unique gifts of the warm AIR of spring.
Facilitators: The Listeners & Bev from Te Wahi Ora.
October 2026
16-18 October 2026
WOMEN’S WRITING WEEKEND
Writers block? Feeling daunted about writing? Writing in the company of others can be supportive and inspiring! Experienced facilitator Hilary Star has over a decade of experience in helping women find and nurture their creative voice. Te Wahi Ora Writing Weekends are popular so consider booking well in advance.
Facilitators: Hilary Star
24-25 October 2026 (Labour Weekend)
October WOMEN’S CHECK UP Weekend
Women’s NO Cost, informal CHECK UPs where we share experiences of how AIR as our 2026 metaphor has revealed new levels of wisdom gifted into our lives.
This months focus: AIR is our most life-giving gift. We don’t earn it. We don’t labour (work) for it. AIR is a free gift.
Facilitators: The Listeners & Bev from Te Wahi Ora.
November 2026
6-8 November 2026
NATURE IMMERSION WEEKEND
Developing a deeper connection with nature awakens us to our own true nature and our deep interconnectedness with all of life. Through explorative exercises, guided nature walks, meditation, sacred ritual and creative expression we will engage in authentic connection with Self, each other and Nature. There will also be time to rest & recharge within the beautiful natural surroundings of Piha and enjoy connecting with a like-minded community. Last year our ‘Nature Connection Weekend was very popular so please book ahead.
Facilitator: Qualified Naturopath and Herbalist Susan Eckert / Shoshana
20-22 November 2026
FINDING OUR CREATIVE VOICE – A WOMEN’S ART THERAPY WEEKEND.
A restorative weekend, focusing on exploring the wisdom of our inner voice through a variety of expressive arts – art, craft or writing. During our weekend together, nestled alongside the black sands of Piha, we will support you to use creativity to explore the landscape of your life experiences in ways that promote personal growth and change.
Facilitators:
Renee Barker, Registered Clinical Arts Therapist.
Kim Walker, experienced Arts Therapist and facilitator and art practitioner.
“Our approach is gentle, non-judgmental, supportive and professional.”
28-29 November 2025
November WOMEN’S CHECK UP Weekend
All women are welcome to join in our final, NO cost, informal exploration of AIR as our 2026 metaphor. AIR, not only gives us life but supports, strengthens and comforts us in every aspect of life.
This months focus: AIRing our insights and the new resources that are enriching us as we move into our future.
Facilitators: The Listeners & Bev from Te Wahi Ora.
This is the final CHECK UP Weekend for 2026. Thank you for helping make them so special.
*CHECK UP WEEKEND attendance is free of charge if you are coming as a day visitor. Please RSVP for the complimentary light lunch to help our catering team with numbers..
CHECK UP Weekend Accommodation:
Accommodation during these weekends is available at our usual rates and subsidies. If you would like to book accommodation for the CHECK UP Weekend use the booking button below.
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Our weekend themed retreats are capped at 6-8 for residential participants. As places are limited booking is recommended
