We offer you wellbeing classes, workshops, retreats, and addiction and trauma recovery in Nelson NZ. Through steady, supported action you will learn to connect to your raw, authentic, beautiful self.
“Tuia i runga, tuia i raro, tuia i waho, tuia i roto, tuia te here tangata.”
“That it be woven above, as it is below, woven without, as it is within, interwoven within the threads of humanity.”
Dr Te Huirangi Waikerepuru
Ruby Retreat will support your physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing, allowing deep relationships between self and whānau. Our wellness retreat in Nelson NZ is holistic by nature. Our intention is to create a safe, nurturing environment. We do this by using wrap-around therapies where you can find ways to reconnect to yourself and others, creating a set of life tools that can be used in the future to maintain wellness.
Who can benefit from our wellness retreats?
What is addiction and what role does trauma play in its manifestation?
Nā wai tēnei kaupapa?
Who is Ruby Retreat for?
Ruby Retreat is for those wanting to discover and recreate well-being in their lives, and for those who seek freedom from addiction. Our programmes vary and are suitable for most families, workplaces, those that are in early recovery and those that are already on their recovery journey.
It is our belief that everyone has varying forms of strategies/habits/addictions which can range in severity and the substance itself. Our programmes are broadly therapeutic, and we think beneficial, to all that may attend.
It is our understanding that most addictive patterns stem from trauma. Acknowledging this, we aim to create a safe space to uncover blocks that could impede recovery.
“Not why the addiction but why the pain.”
Dr Gabor Maté
Ko ngā uara
Our core values
All-inclusive
We are culturally and therapeutically diverse. Allowing the possibility of change in all areas of your life, such as nutrition, personal growth, communication, relationships, etc.
Short programmes
We offer you different programmes to cater for all. Our 3-day programmes are a short sharp boost to wellbeing/recovery journey.
Holistic approach
We provide you with a variety of therapies and tools acknowledging your need to recover physically, emotionally/mentally, spiritually and as part of a community. This is in accordance with Te whare tapa whā.
Comparatively affordable
We keep our costs as low as possible so we can be accessible and inclusive to as many people as possible.
Well qualified facilitators
Our team is qualified and experienced to care for and support your recovery journey.
Integral
We aspire to be honest, kind and integral in all our affairs. We use clear communication and boundaries with you to keep everyone safe and respected.
Personalised
Realising that your journey is unique we tailor our programme around your specific needs.
Beautiful location
We are located in Te Mamaku/Ruby Bay, in sunny Nelson with the beach across the road and beautiful bush surrounding us.
Ko te rātaka e haere ara
Our 3-day programmes
These 3-day intensives will be a short, sharp boost to your wellness; letting go of the old so the new can come, by offering you our diverse wrap-around therapies. Here we include compassionate communication, counselling/psychotherapy, nutrition, meditation, massage, adventure therapy, breathwork, acupuncture, etc.
Pānga tahi & hunga
One-on-one sessions & group therapy
We offer you a wide range of therapies such as counselling, compassionate communication, art therapy, etc. Choose from our accomplished team to find the right therapy that best benefits you now, and moves forward into a new way of being.
Ngā karaehe & ngā mahi aweawe
Classes & workshops
Our workshops, regular classes and retreats, are as diverse as our many facilitators. Each class offers care and support, be-it yoga, compassionate communication, counselling/psychotherapy, nutrition, meditation, massage, adventure therapy, breathwork, acupuncture, Qi gong etc.
Discuss our 3-day addiction & trauma programme
and how it could benefit you
What our programmes offer
RR is located in Te Mamaku/Ruby Bay, Nelson, NZ
The centre is opposite the beach and is run out of a quaint, rustic cottage. The property is home to an animal sanctuary which contributes to the grounding and healing aspect of the land.
What our participants experienced at Ruby Retreat
Whakapā mai