MARLBOROUGH

YOGA RETREATS

Marlborough Yoga Retreats brings together yoga lovers for inspiring retreats in the beautiful region of Marlborough, New Zealand.

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  • Event Hosts

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Meet Previous Event Hosts

  • Leza Lowitz

    SUN & MOON YOGA-TOKYO

    Founder Sun & Moon Studio/Author/Teacher Trainer/Meditation Guide/Yogi

  • Hamish Kenworthy & Margo Perpick

    APOLLO POWER YOGA - CHRISTCHURCH

    Apollo Co-Founders/Teacher Trainers/Yogis

  • Carmena Su

    STRENGTH KARMA

    Personal Trainer/Private Yoga Teacher/Yogi/Strength Trainer/Athlete

  • Julie Stephens

    JULIE STEPHENS YOGA-NESLON

    Founder Julie Stephens Yoga/Yoga Teacher/Teacher Trainer/Yogi

  • James Wvinner

    ARTIST

    Yoga Teacher/Director/Cinematographer/Writer/Yogi

  • Daphne Tse

    ARTIST

    Singer/Songwriter/Artist/Yogi

  • Chaitanya Deva

    KINDRED STUDIO -NELSON

    Co-Founder Kindred Studio & Evolve Festival/ Teacher Trainer/Masseuse/Public Speaker/Yogi

  • Emily Hope

    HOPE NUTRITION

    Founder Hope Nutrition/Nutritionist/Wellness Seminars/Public Speaker

  • Megan Craig

    PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE

    Professional Athlete/Squash NZ/Public Speaker

  • Damian Oehlrich

    PRIVATE CHEF

    Chef/Plant-Based Cuisine Cooking Demonstrations

  • Lauren Parsons

    LAUREN PARSONS WELLBEING

    Keynote Speaker/Author/Host of the Thrive TV Show & Podcast/ Founder of the Snack on Exercise movement

  • Hui Crosby

    HUIA HOLISTIC HEALTH

    Naturopath/Yoga Teacher/Public Speaker/Reiki/Pilates/Zumba/Masseuse/Essential Oils Advocate

  • Maia Pono

    YURT YOGA/ESSENTIAL HEALING NZ

    Yoga Teacher/Founder of Essential Healing NZ/Public Speaker/Family Constellation Facilitator/Plant-Based Diet Facilitator

  • Nicky Hewett

    YOGA MARLBOROUGH

    Kundalini Yoga Teacher/Classical Ayurveda/Breathing Workshops/Public Speaker

  • Lindsey Ellison

    CHIRO CARE-NELSON

    Chiropractor/Public Speaker

  • Katyayani Heeramaneck

    CACAO AROHA-HEART MEDICINE JOURNEYS-TASMAN

    Crystal Sound Healing Bath & Cacao Ceremony Facilitator

  • Kathy Valler

    KUNDALINIKATH-NELSON

    Kundalini Yoga Teacher/Masseuse/Yogi

  • Shivani Ma

    BLISSIPLINED/SYAMA- SYDNEY

    Co-founder of SYAMA ( the Sunrise Yoga & Meditation Academy)/Massage Therapist/Teacher Trainer/Yogi

  • Diego Collado Di Leo

    HUMAN NATURE CONSERVATION - SYDNEY

    Self-enquiry facilitator/workshops

  • Rebecca Deva

    KINDRED STUDIO - NELSON

    Co-Founder of Kindred Studio and Evolve Festival/ Yogi

Relax, Move, Meditate

The Wisdom of Yoga Retreat

RAROTONGA

13-16 November 2025

Escape to the island of Rarotonga, for a transformative yoga retreat themed around 'The Eight Limbs of Yoga,', the staples of yogic philosophy.

Rarotonga is the heart of the Cook Islands, where crystal-clear lagoons, lush green mountains and pristine white-sand beaches create a true tropical paradise. Located in the South Pacific, halfway between New Zealand and Hawaii, Rarotonga offers relaxation to leave behind the rush of everyday life and immerse yourself in the island’s tranquil atmosphere. 

Over three full days, immerse yourself in yoga led by Leza Lowitz and Shivani O'Brien, both with over 20 years of teaching experience.

LEZA LOWITZ

Leza is a wise, passionate, fun and humble teacher who loves to share yoga asana, philosophy and meditation with everyone and anyone.  Her yoga classes are inspiring, invigorating and deeply nourishing. She has had a multifaceted career blending yoga, writing and mindfulness teaching. Her journey from running Sun and Moon Yoga in Tokyo to teaching at various international festivals, training hundreds of yoga teachers highlights her significant contributions to both the yoga and literary communities.

  • Yoga Studio Ownership: Leza Lowitz owned and operated Sun and Moon Yoga in Tokyo for over twenty years, establishing it as a popular venue for yoga practice and developing a yoga community.

  • Teaching Career: Beyond Tokyo, she has shared her expertise in writing, yoga and mindfulness globally, participating in numerous literary and yoga festivals. She is a certified yoga teacher in Hatha, Vinyasa Flow, Restorative, Yin Yoga, Thai Yoga Massage, Tibetan Yoga Heart and Mindfulness.

  • Educational Background: Studied at NYU followed by UC Berkeley. She completed an intensive seven-year program in Vajrayana Buddhism in 2013, showcasing her deep commitment to Buddhist practices.

  • Certifications: Leza is a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher through the Awareness Training Institute and the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley which underscores her formal training in mindfulness practices.

  • Studied with The Dalai Lama: Having been invited to study with His Holiness The Dalai Lama twice is a testament to her standing in the Buddhist and mindfulness community.

Leza's work not only bridges different cultures but also integrates various aspects of personal development through mindfulness, yoga and literature.

Shivani O’Brien

Retreat Masseuse and second Yoga Guide

Shivani is a highly qualified and versatile practitioner in the field of holistic health. Currently based in Australia, her extensive experience and specialized training in Japan, India and China and her personal journey with health challenges have enriched her approach to teaching and therapy. Shivani will be hosting a Kundalini session, assisting Leza  plus pampering each student with a 45 minute Lomi Lomi Kahuna massage.

Ikrungi Eco Resort

The Venue

Award winning Ikurangi Eco Retreat offers an intimate escape set amidst a lush tropical landscape. Ikurangi Eco Retreat is the Cook Islands first purpose-built eco accommodation and glamping hotel.

Activities

This is a comprehensive program that maximizes the use of the two experienced teachers. Free time is allocated between 10 and 12 noon each day. This time will either be a time allocated for your massage, or free time for you to enjoy the resort pool, use one of the resort bikes to explore the area, or walk 5 minutes to the beach. There will also be a 30 minute break  mid-afternoon.
One evening we will take a short drive to the stunning Tamarind restaurant overlooking the ocean for a two-course dinner.
Another evening we will casually explore the night market and it's fresh food. Lastly we will enjoy an evening buffet at a local hotel with fire dance.

All yoga sessions are optional. 

Retreat Inclusions

  • 3 x nights accommodation - twin share

  • 3 x breakfasts

  • 2 x lunches

  • 1 two-course dinner at Tamarind Restaurant

  • 1 buffet dinner and 30 minute Fire Show

  • Airport transfers

  • All Yoga sessions/workshops

  • 1 x 45 minute massage with Shivani

*Not included

  • one dinner at the night market

  • flights

Accommodation

Accommodation will be twin share and varies between Luxury Safari Tents, each with an outdoor ‘jungle’ ensuite, or traditional Tropical Are, which are Polynesian-style studios with private decks. Privacy is paramount here, as each room is strategically placed to overlook the resort's beautiful gardens, or mountain views. 

Important Information

Dates:   Thursday 13 - Sunday 16 November 2025
Venue:   Ikurangi Eco Resort,Titama Rd, Matavera District, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Price:     Early Bird before 30 April - NZ$ 1,475
              Price - NZ$ 1,599
Bookings: yogaretreatsnz@gmail.com
Time zones: Rarotonga is 23 hours BEHIND New Zealand