Seasonal Shiatsu Retreats for
Connection, Stillness & Renewal
Gentle, immersive events to explore bodywork, rest deeply, and align with the rhythms of nature.
What’s a Shiatsu Retreat Like?
At Shiatsu Bodywork Academy, we offer seasonal retreats inspired by the ancient wisdom of Traditional East Asian Medicine.
Each retreat follows the flow of the seasons, inviting you to reconnect with your inner world, your physical body, and the natural cycles that shape our lives.
Whether you’re new to Shiatsu or a returning practitioner, these retreats are designed to nourish, inspire and restore.
What to Expect at a Shiatsu Retreat
Our retreats offer a gentle rhythm of activity and rest:
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Hands-on learning in a supportive group
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Shiatsu techniques rooted in seasonal theory
- Great balance of theory, activity, and rest
- Wholesome plant-based food to nourish body and soul
- Beautiful country setting and nature immersion
- Accommodation included
No prior experience needed – just an open heart and curiosity.
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Wood – Spring
Emerging energy, direction, vision. Time to stretch and grow.
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Fire – Summer
Joy, warmth, and expression. Cultivating connection and expansion.
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Earth – Late Summer
Nourishment, integration, centring. A time to reflect and receive.
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Metal – Autumn
Letting go, refinement, breath. Honouring what holds true.
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Water – Winter
Stillness, deep rest, inner wisdom. Replenishing from the roots.
What people are saying:
Shiatsu Bodywork Academy offers more than just retreats. We hold a vision for accessible, heart-led education in Shiatsu throughout Aotearoa.
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