Rooted in Earth:
A Late Summer Shiatsu Retreat
A weekend of focused practice, genuine connection, and mindful learning.
February 28 – March 2, 2025
Pakiri, Auckland
Opportunity to learn and practice Shiatsu techniques
Guidance on grounding and focusing your mind and body
Meals and accommodations included
Interaction with a small group of participants
During the Late Summer Shiatsu Retreat, practitioners focus on harmonizing the Earth element by engaging in techniques that promote centering and grounding. This includes Hara (belly) work to support digestion and enhance overall stability. By aligning with the Earth’s nurturing energies, participants aim to transition from a state of overthinking to one of mental clarity and physical balance.
Retreat Schedule
Friday: 28th of February
- Arrive from 3 pm, set up camping & settle in, informal get-together
- Dinner at 6.30 pm
Saturday: 1st of March
- Breakfast from 8 am
- Morning Workshop session – 9 am til 12.30 pm, with a break for morning tea
- Lunch break at 12.30 pm
- Afternoon Workshop session – 1.30 til 6pm with a break for afternoon tea
- Dinner at 6.30 pm
- Evening to socialise, explore and rest
Sunday: 2nd of March
- Breakfast from 8 am
- Morning Workshop session – 9 am til 12.30 pm, with a break for morning tea
- Lunchbreak at 12.30 pm
- Afternoon Workshop session – 1.30 til 4pm
- Afternoon tea, pack down, home time
All meals are provided and are nutritious plant-based and hand-made with love! Gluten-free and other dietary needs can be catered for.
Instructor
Autumn Falk is a dedicated Medical Herbalist, Naturopath, and Shiatsu Practitioner with a deep passion for holistic health. She completed her training in Medical Herbalism and Naturopathy in 2007. During her studies, she was introduced to Shiatsu and quickly discovered its powerful ability to bring balance amidst the mental demands of academic life. Inspired by this transformative practice, she began a three-year Shiatsu training at the Shiatsu Schule Kreuzberg in Berlin, studying alongside her Naturopathy training.
In 2015, Autumn began teaching Shiatsu, sharing her knowledge and experience with others. Her commitment to the practice led her to establish the Shiatsu Bodywork Academy in 2020, creating a space for students to explore and deepen their understanding of Shiatsu.
Autumn is an active member of the Shiatsu Practitioners Association of Aotearoa (SPAA) NZ, continually contributing to the growth and recognition of Shiatsu in New Zealand.
Both of my primary Shiatsu teachers back in Germany, were strongly influenced by Master Ohashi and his Ohashiatsu method. I feel influenced by Ohashiatsu and Zen Shiatsu which were both part of my training. And I have been lucky enough to study with Ohashi on several occasions since.
I love the seasonal approach, which forces us to be present with what is… making time for whatever is present, without judgement.
Working with the energetic body feels natural to me. To me, learning to feel the subtleties of the body under my hands is where healing begins. The Shiatsu I teach has an emphasis on this… on perception, intuitive movement, and the quality of touch.
What Our Participants Say:
Regular Shiatsu treatments can improve self awareness, energy levels, reduce pain, and maintain a physically and emotionally balanced state.
In this Late Summer Shiatsu Retreat we will work with late summer element of earth – the element of stability, with it’s nourishing and grounding qualities, and the corresponding organs of spleen and stomach.
Your Investment
$530
What’s Included:
- Two nights of camping (Friday & Saturday)
- All meals (fresh, plant-based with gluten-free options)
- Full 2-day course tuition and materials
This all-inclusive price covers a weekend of dedicated practice, camping accommodation (bring your own tent), and nourishing meals. It’s designed to offer comprehensive support for your Shiatsu journey.
Accommodation upgrades are subject to availability and extra costs apply. Please contact us directly on 0274595898 to find the right option for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior knowledge of Shiatsu?
No prior Shiatu knowledge is needed. This Retreat is for complete beginners to Shiatsu, as well as those with Shiatsu experience.
Many of our students and seasoned Shiatsu Practioners return to retreats to deepen their knowledge and learn other aspects of Shiatsu and TCM, to renew and reset, or to enhance their personal practices.
We find that there is mostly a mixed group of new and returning friends, which contributes to the wonderful tapestry woven between participants for sharing, connecting and learning together.
What kind of accommodations are available besides camping?
There are optional accommodation upgrades*:
- Spend your Retreat Weekend in a spacious 7m yurt, where you can enjoy the serene location without needing to pitch your tent, or
- Enjoy the beautiful design of a rustic hand-crafted tiny house with a cosy window seat right in the bush and a sleeping loft, or
- Retreat in a long caravan with a central bed draped with a net canopy
*Accommodation upgrades are subject to availability and extra costs apply. Please contact us directly on 0274595898 to find the right option for you. Upgrades are billed separately.
How do I secure my spot and what payment methods do you accept?
To register your spot, the ‘register now’ button will take you to a secure checkout where you can pay by Paypal, credit card or choose direct bank transfer.
If you choose credit card or paypal options, you’ll complete the transaction immediately. If you choose to pay into our bank account, you will be complete the registration process and them be shown our bank details to deposit your retreat fees into.
Either way, we will confirm your registration when the funds appear in our account, and you will then be sent all the details you need for the weekend.
What do I need to bring?
All learning materials are provided. Please bring a pen and extra paper or notebook if you would like to take notes.
Wear comfortable clothes with long sleeves and long pants, and bring a spare pair of clean socks. We also as that you bring a towel, scarf or sarong to lie on.
Camping gear, a towel, and personal items as needed. We suggest bringing a natural insect repellent in case of mosquitos or sandflies, as the Retreat space is a beautiful open-air venue in the bush.
What food is provided?
All food will be made fresh on-site, from mostly organic ingredients, and is free of animal products. Gluten-free options are also available.
If you prefer gluten-free, or have any other dietary requirements or allergies, please let us know via your participant information form, which we will send you before the course.
If you are coeliac, please contact us on 0274595898 to discuss options.
Join us for the Late Summer Shiatsu Retreat, where you’ll reconnect with your center, restore balance, and deepen your understanding of the Earth element through guided Shiatsu practice. There are limited places available to guarantee and intimate and individualised Retreat experience.
Reserve your place today and experience the transformative power of seasonal bodywork.
