Mini Whananaki Beach, Northland, NZ

August 23-25

We are thrilled to announce some exciting news for Reso Retreat. Firstly, we are hosting a retreat in the beautiful Northland of New Zealand, amongst green rolling hills and right along the beach. Secondly, we are welcoming the lovely Nicola Easterby to the Reso team. She has spent the last six years travelling the world as a photographer, and is equally as passionate about seeing the Reso vision come to life. As our first Reso Retreat in Joshua Tree received such great feedback, we could not help but dream together a little more. This is how our Retreat in Northland has come to life.

In a society where the mind is often cluttered, emotions are put aside, relationships are rushed, and our bodies and surroundings are taken for granted, we offer a place of rest. Indulge your taste buds in our carefully-crafted, plant-based meals. Stretch the mind as you flow with your body in vinyasa and yin yoga sessions. Build resilience and compassion as you walk through nature’s forest. Express your creativity and let go of the idea of perfectionism in an empowering creative workshop. Whether you are new to the wellness world, or have been in it for years, this retreat is for you.

-Char, Em & Nic

The Space

Located in Mini Whananaki Beach, New Zealand, we will be staying at this lovely AirBnb with plenty of bedrooms, meeting spaces, & outdoor areas right near the water.

Friday

5-8pm guests arrival
vegan grazing platter + kombucha
gathering time of welcome + intention

Saturday

tea + sunrise (optional)
breakfast
vinyasa yoga
silent hour
lunch
free time
nature walk (optional)
creative workshop
dinner
candlelight restorative yoga

Sunday

tea + sunrise (optional)
breakfast
vinyasa yoga
closing gathering + intention reflection
light snacks
checkout of accommodation
hike or local cafe (optional)

Menu

We aim to provide food that maintains your current health choices, or provides a first step to a clean eating lifestyle. What we eat affects how we feel, and how we feel affects so many aspects of our lives. All our food is dairy free, gluten free, refined sugar free, and vegan options available. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions and we’ll be glad to accommodate.

Friday Evening

vegan grazing platter
assorted flavors of kombucha

Saturday

Breakfast:
gf cinnamon porridge with poached pear, coconut yogurt, nut butter & raspberry chia jelly
assortment of herbal tea or hot spiced cacao

Lunch:
Thai pumpkin soup with GF seeded loaf
Thai ginger kale salad with cashew dressing

Mid-day Refreshments:
raspberry-chia GF oat slice, hummus and veggies, homemade chocolate bark and roasted nut mix

Dinner:
lentil & mushroom ‘meatballs’ with homemade marinara sauce, served on zoodles with vegan parmesan
assorted flavors of Kombucha

Dessert:
white chocolate & lemon raw vegan cheesecake

Sunday

Breakfast:
banana buckwheat pancakes with caramelized banana, toasted walnuts, coconut yogurt and date-peanut butter drizzling sauce
assortment of herbal tea or hot spiced cacao

Snacks + Drinks Available throughout weekend

homemade nut mix
homemade chocolate bark
assortment of herbal tea and hot spiced cacao

Watercolor Workshop

“Art washes from the soul the dust of everyday life.”
-Pablo Picasso

This workshop is about making space for creativity & recovery. Whether you consider yourself creative or not, our session is more about the process than the final product, although both is possible. Studies indicate that creating art stimulates the release of dopamine. As this chemical is released it increases levels of this feel-good neurotransmitters that can increase your mood, self esteem, & productivity. In turn, decreasing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Together we will create a safe, restful space to create and replenish.

Transport Details:

Mini Whananaki Beach. Address will be given once registered. Mini Whananaki beach is located 2 hours 30 minute drive from Auckland city. Flights are not included in cost. We are happy to connect you to other retreat goers for carpooling, however the tickets do not include transport. 

ACCOMMODATION Details:

Each person will be sharing a room with 1-2 others. If this is an issue for you, please contact us and we can discuss alternative accommodation options at an additional cost. 

Early Registration: $395

Price increases to $450 on July 24th at 5:30pm NZDT