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Aio Wira Retreat Centre "Āio Wīra" meaning "peace wheel" in Māori. A symbol for honouring the centre of peace within.

Aio Wira was founded in 1970, by a group of yoga students who gave their time, energy, and money to create the Centre. It is not based on any specific spiritual philosophy but exists to support all who wish to develop their body, mind, and spirit. The Centre is governed by a Trust Board and operated by a small staff. Aio Wira is set on four hectares of native bush in the Waitakere Ranges on the we

stern outskirts of Auckland City. Bordered by the Waitakere Stream on one side and bush reserves on the other, there are some delightful bush walks at the Centre and Cascade Kauri Park. Other nearby recreational activities include Te Henga/Bethells Beach and the Waitakere Golf Club. This beautiful, quiet setting is still very accessible to Auckland City - 40 minutes by car or one hour by train from the downtown area. Groups who share our vision use the Centre on most weekends and often for longer periods. Individuals use the Centre for personal retreats, while others work in exchange for their food and keep whenever there is a need.

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As a Charity it's important to the Aio Wira board that the center is moving in the right direction to serve our community, If you have any suggestions or would like to share your experience with Aio Wira, please send through your messages to [email protected]

✨ Tuesday Treat Night ✨ Yoga plus Spa/Sauna ✨Weekly COMMUNITY YOGA classes with Carissa most Tuesday nights (except when...
07/08/2026

✨ Tuesday Treat Night ✨ Yoga plus Spa/Sauna ✨

Weekly COMMUNITY YOGA classes with Carissa most Tuesday nights
(except when the centre is booked by a group event).

Classes are suitable for all levels. Mats are provided.

6pm - 7pm Yoga session $18
Yoga session plus sauna/spa $35 (with sauna sessions before or after class)
Sauna/spa only - booking times 5 - 6pm or 6 - 7pm

Bookings are essential. Please BYO towels for sauna.

Book at https://events.humanitix.com/tuesday-yoga-at-aio-wira...

Limited spots available for our next 5 Day Fast in September. It's a great time to think about shaking off those winter ...
06/08/2026

Limited spots available for our next 5 Day Fast in September. It's a great time to think about shaking off those winter blues and giving your health priorities a boost, before summer is upon us.

New to fasting? No problem, we support you throughout the experience, and it is not as hard as you think. You will enjoy organic fruit and vegetable juices, dry body brushing, gentle exercise, sauna sessions, and optional body therapy.

Learn more about fasting on our website: www.aiowira.org.nz

Dates: Friday 10am, 8th September - Tuesday 1pm, 22nd September
Investment: $725
Contact us at [email protected] with any questions or to book your place.

Our founding member, Sylvia Mayne, died on 30 July with her son Tom by her side. We fondly remember Sylvia, who found th...
04/08/2026

Our founding member, Sylvia Mayne, died on 30 July with her son Tom by her side. We fondly remember Sylvia, who found this land for sale in 1969. She took out a mortgage with her husband Allan, with the vision to create Āio Wīra as a yoga centre with the blessing of her guru Swami Venkatesanada. Fifty-seven years later, we still aspire to continue providing a healing, natural environment for the wellbeing and upliftment of humanity.

Our thoughts go out to her family and friends. We will be hosting an afternoon tea and planting a tree to commemorate Sylvia on Sunday 30th August, 1pm. If you would like to attend, please email [email protected].

28/07/2026

Any local electrician available today, to check out some sensor lights?

3 Day Wellness Retreats at Āio Wīra. The perfect chance to slow right down and focus on your health for a few days. You...
27/07/2026

3 Day Wellness Retreats at Āio Wīra. The perfect chance to slow right down and focus on your health for a few days. You will be kept cosy and warm in our spa and sauna, or relaxing in the library or yoga hall with the toasty, wood-burning fires.

Our qualified naturopathic facilitators will guide and educate, providing nourishing plant-based meals, daily yoga and movement sessions, and plenty of time to rest. Your favourite body therapists will be available for optional bodywork treatments.

We still have spaces available on our next August Retreat!

🍋‍🟩 August 3 Day Winter Wellness Retreat: 10am Friday August 6th - 1pm Sunday August 8th with Shoshana facilitating.

🍋‍🟩 September 3 Day Wellness Retreat: 10am Friday 11th September - 1pm Sunday 13th September with Kiri.

🍋‍🟩 October 3 Day Wellness Retreat: 10am Friday 16th October - 1pm Sunday 18th October with Di Davies.

Contact us at [email protected] with any questions, or to book your place.
Investment: $495
www.aiowira.org.nz/wellnessretreats

Not all Board Roles are created equal. Some are about governance, some are about giving back. And some are about helpi...
23/07/2026

Not all Board Roles are created equal. Some are about governance, some are about giving back. And some are about helping hold a space that truly makes a difference in people's lives.

We are inviting expressions of interest for VOLUNTARY BOARD MEMBERS to help guide the future of Āio Wīra Retreat Centre. A space dedicated to providing a healing, natural environment for everyone for wellbeing and the upliftment of humanity.

We would especially value experience in:
- Accounting (Xero helpful)
- Secretarial Role

This role involves monthly board meetings (online or at the centre) and contributing to the sustainability and care of this special place.
You don't need to have visited Āio Wīra before, just have a genuine alignment in what we stand for.
Email us a short cv with your expression of interest to: [email protected]

www.aiowira.org.nz

When you need some time just for you. With no responsibilities and time to just deeply relax and recharge. Join Shoshana...
21/07/2026

When you need some time just for you. With no responsibilities and time to just deeply relax and recharge.

Join Shoshana and Jill for a Winter Wellness 3 Day Retreat. They have plenty of healthy tips and tricks to share. You will enjoy gentle yoga, sauna, spa plus optional body therapy work. Plenty of time to relax by the fire, finish your knitting, or read a book. Beautiful bush walks by our river or enjoy the moodiness of Bethell's beach just a ten-minute drive away.

Friday 7th August 10am - Sunday 9th August 1pm.
Investment: $495
Contact [email protected] to book your place.

No luxury spa tubs needed! 😊At Aio Wīra, we keep it simple with our humble buckets, but your feet won't know the differe...
17/07/2026

No luxury spa tubs needed! 😊

At Aio Wīra, we keep it simple with our humble buckets, but your feet won't know the difference. Soaking in warm water with Epsom salts, kawakawa, rosemary and mint is the perfect way to unwind, soothe tired muscles, and enjoy a little moment of calm.

A snapshot with some of our guests from day three on our recent 5 Day Juice Fast.

Next fast is September with Shoshana!
Contact: [email protected] to book your place

Such a great group on our recently finished ✨ 5 Day Matariki Juice Fast! ✨Thanks to Barry for the wonderful facilitatio...
15/07/2026

Such a great group on our recently finished ✨ 5 Day Matariki Juice Fast! ✨
Thanks to Barry for the wonderful facilitation and to Shoshana for assisting.

Plan for spring, and don't miss your spot at our next Juice Fast, 18th - 22nd September!

Contact us at [email protected] to book your place.

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8 Aio Wira Road, Waitakere,

0781

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