Explore what African rhythms give to us. Connect with your body, raise your energy level, feel the beat of mother earth, dance in community, be free and above all: celebrate life! We will explore the concepts of identity, creativity and authenticity through movement inspired by traditional West African rhythms.

Terra Soma Yoga exists at the confluence of hatha yoga, somatics and embodied nature connection. The intention of this practice is explore, embody and express movement from the experience of being in our physical bodies. It draws on inspiration from the wider body of the earth, and the undeniable universal truth that we are nature. This practice can, perhaps, provide a small antidote to the identity crisis yoga is having, and begin to build a sense of connection to something more. Leave your 'yoga pants' at the home, and come exactly as you are.

Giresh is an honorary Associate Professor at Auckland University. He is passionate about education to improve people’s health. He is the author of “Fix Your Back”, “Fix Your Neck Pain, Headache and Migraine”, “Brain Connections: How to sleep better, worry less and feel happier”.

He is currently writing a new book on sleep. He has presented in NZ, Australia, Asia, Tahiti, USA and Europe. During his PhD he was lead researcher for a clinical trial on sauna bathing for headache.

Giresh will present the latest medical research on the benefits of sauna bathing for conditions including the heart disease, colds and flu, depression, psychosis, dementia, headache and heart disease

There’s powerful impact of learning to regulate your nervous system from a non conscious novel. Heal, absorb, strengthen your mind body and nervous system to amplify your health & get to new levels of muscle control, strength & mobility instantly.

Connect deeper with your fellow festival go-er, learn & share stories with someone new! There's a certain type of joy when we hear someone's story, it allows for us to feel more connected, understood, less alone. It creates capacity for friendships, empathy & compassion. People often leave the workshop feeling, seen, heard, the warmth of connecting to our shared humanity.

History and uses today of essential oils, as well as practical tips on how to use them to enhance our health and wellbeing in everyday life.

**IMPORTANT WORKSHOP INFO

Create your own essential oil blend to take away - $10 per person

Limited spaces - please register via the registration form on the star stage board in the zone

Inspired by Daoist and Yogic practices, this workshop will focus on bringing all layers of the self to a state of balance. By cultivating both the Yin and the Yang via gentle movement, breathwork, self-massage and meditation. We will walk our own middle path to find that sweet spot of perfect balance called harmony. Martina Giusto supports and inspires people in developing a steady, healing practice. Yoga has been part of her life for over a decade now, specialising in many branches of yoga like Ashtanga, Yin, Vinyasa Flow, Restorative and has also undertaken complementary courses in Trauma Informed, Yoga and Daoist Energetics and SMFR (Self Myo-fascial Release). She loves teaching and being able to share her passion for this wonderful practice. Manami Komai is a highly qualified experienced Massage Therapist and also a Yoga Instructor, Medical Herbalist & Naturopath. Currently, she is practicing traditional massage therapies such as Shiatsu, Tok Sen and Chi nei tsang alongside herbal medicine in North Shore, Auckland. She is also passionate about teaching self-massage techniques to support the patient’s healing journey.

This interactive 60-minute workshop explores the profound connection between the nervous system and well-being. The session begins with 30 minutes of engaging education on the role of the nervous system, covering autonomic regulation, somatic awareness, and vagus nerve activation.

Hey guys, Paul here, I’ve got the sauna in Ōhope. I've been involved I'm men's mental health for the past 3 years, running groups, talking to men, workshops and wanaga. I will incorporate breathing techniques, nervous system reset techniques etc as part of it (qualified breathwork instructor).

An introduction to the art of freediving and mastering control over your breath. Learn the fundamentals of freediving physiology and the interplay between mind, body and performance. Explore the sensations of elevated CO2 within your body and push the limits of your breath hold ability.

Calling all women—daughters, maidens, mothers, crones and birth workers. Your voice is your medicine, deeply connected to your breath, body, and being. In this workshop, we’ll explore how breath and sound are free, powerful tools for healing and stepping into your creative power—especially in birth and throughout the many seasons of a woman’s life.

Pause. Breathe. Awaken.Pranayama, the ancient art and science of breath control, is a powerful practice that harmonises the mind, body, and energy within. Through intentional breathing techniques, you can unlock the natural flow of prana—your vital life force—bringing clarity, balance, and renewal. In this workshop, you’ll learn to guide your breath in a way that feels natural and nourishing to you. As you cultivate awareness and rhythm in your breathing, you’ll experience a deeper connection to yourself, unlocking energy and presence in every moment.Come breathe with us and discover the transformative power of pranayama.