Where rejuvenation begins...

The Monastery is the only wellness retreat of its kind in New Zealand. Removed from our busy world, our retreats give you the opportunity to rest, relax – and even transform your life.

Taking a back to basics approach, retreats are structured around the strong foundations of restful sleep, nutritious food, counselling, relaxation activity and fun! Guests enjoy beautiful accommodation, delicious cuisine, physical therapies such as massage and reflexology, workshops and activities including walks and yoga classes.

Waikato opens its heart to Canterbury

Thousands of people have been affected by the devastating 2011 Canterbury earthquakes. Many people have been traumatised, many have lost loved ones, homes and businesses and many have gone to extraordinary lengths to help and support others.

We care and we want to help. The Monastery is now offering free five-night wellness retreats to people directly affected by the September 2010 and February 2011 earthquakes in Canterbury.

For more information call 0800 MONASTERY (0800 66 62 78) or spend time browsing this site.

Thank you to our supporters

We would not be able to offer free five-night retreats to people affected by the Canterbury earthquake without the generous support of other organisations, individuals and businesses.

Please visit our supporters page to meet those who have partnered with us to make this initiative possible. We thank them all for their kind and generous support.