The Wangapeka is a place to study the teachings of Wisdom, Compassion and Non-clinging Awareness. Owned and operated by the Wangapeka Educational Trust, it is located in the foothills of the Southern Alps of overlooking the Wangapeka River, about an hour and a half drive SW of Nelson, in the South Island of New Zealand.
Since 1975, the vision of engaged, non-sectarian, universal teachings has energised the Wangapeka and its activities, and we acknowledge the contribution and support of our seven guiding teachers and elders: Tarchin Hearn, Mary Jenkins, Bonni Ross, Matthew Eades, Keith Rowan, Mark Schrader and Shelley Szybowski.
They carry a vibrant, living vision of the teaching and dharma traditions of the Wangapeka, and though none are currently resident at the centre, they all visit and give regular retreats here, and are living reminders of what this great project is all about.
Our Centre is available for individual healing and meditation retreats. Group activities cover topics such as Meditation, Healing, Therapy, Art and Craft work and various types of Body work. Retreats range from weekends to several months in length.
Many visitors comment on the peaceful and healing atmosphere at the Centre. This is undoubtedly due to the natural beauty of the place and the great amount of meditation that has been done over the decades. Possibly even more important than this though, is the fact that so many people have given freely from the heart to build a place that would be of benefit to all beings.