Retreats
Take a pause from the busy pace of life and give yourself the gift of time to reset, recharge, and reconnect.
My retreats are designed to nourish both body and mind with practical tools, delicious food, and uplifting connection.
Whether it’s exploring the powerful link between gut health and mental wellbeing, discovering daily practices that build resilience, or simply sharing space with like-minded people, you’ll leave with fresh energy and strategies you can use straight away.
Join me for a retreat that’s all about filling your cup — so you can return to everyday life feeling clearer, calmer, and more grounded.
Part of Mental Health Awareness Week 2025
Discover how simple daily choices can transform your mental well-being. Join us at the stunning Ārete Retreat Centre in Levin for a day of connection, learning, and hands-on experience in the kitchen.
What to Expect
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Morning tea & connection - Start your day with a nourishing spread and meet like-minded people.
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Gut health & mental health with Tara O’Malley - Explore the latest science on how your gut influences your mood, energy, and resilience. Tara is a PreKure-trained Mental Health Coach who makes the complex simple and practical.
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Nutritious shared lunch - A wholesome meal to fuel both body and mind.
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Cacao & mental health with Rosenda Upton - Discover the surprising ways dark chocolate supports brain health and mood. Rosenda, a PreKure-trained Mental Health Coach and cacao facilitator, will guide you through an engaging hands-on workshop. Create your own cacao blend, experiment with flavours, and learn why this ancient superfood is making a comeback.
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Take-home tools - Leave with practical strategies, recipes, and insights you can use straight away.
Why It Matters
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The gut is often called the “second brain.” A healthy gut microbiome can reduce stress, improve focus, and boost mood.
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Dark chocolate and cacao are packed with bioactive compounds that support mental clarity, energy, and well-being.
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With the right tools, science-backed strategies, and simple daily shifts, you can take charge of your mental health and thrive.
Your Hosts
Tara O’Malley – Mental Health Coach, Gut Health Advocate
Rosenda Upton – Mental Health Coach, Cacao Facilitator
Together, Tara and Rosenda are passionate about making health accessible, practical, and deeply enjoyable. They cannot wait to share the latest science with you in this beautiful relaxing location of Arete.
Details
Ārete Retreat Centre, 251 Makahika Road, Levin
Saturday 11 October 2025
10:00am – 4:00pm
$185 per person
Early-bird pricing available until 1 October of $169
Spaces are limited to keep the experience personal.
Reserve your spot today and join us in celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week.
We're planning a weekend retreat packed with nourishing workshops, connection, share twin accommodation and plenty of time to recharge.
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