SOMM Outdoors
There’s something about being outside that naturally brings us back into a relationship with ourselves, and nature offers a kind of quiet regulation. The rhythm of walking, the feeling of fresh air, the subtle awareness of sound, light, and movement all support us to come out of the mind and into the body. It becomes easier to notice what’s actually here, rather than what we’ve been carrying mentally and emotionally. Our brains naturally shift into a more relaxed, receptive state. When we’re in nature, the constant stimulation and demand of modern life drops away, and the brain begins to move more easily into alpha brainwave patterns - the state associated with calm focus, creativity, and presence.
We also gather outdoors because connections change in that environment. Conversations open, barriers soften, and there’s a shared sense of being part of something larger than ourselves. This is what we’re about: creating spaces where practice feels integrated, accessible, and alive, both within us and in the world around us.
From our monthly Walk, Breathe, Plunge sessions, retreats, hikes, and outdoor meditations - come join us outside.
MONTHLY EVENT
Walk, Breathe, Plunge
(Cheltenham Beach, Devonport, Auckland)
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We combine some of our favourite things: the ocean, breathwork and meditation for these once a month experiences that are an absolute delight for your nervous system.
An extension from our walking meditation we have timed these sessions with high tide at Cheltenham Beach so we can spend some time immersed in the cool water after a walking meditation and an energising breathwork session together. Walking meditation has been used in many different traditions as a way to cultivate mindfulness and access the presence always available to us in everyday activities.
The practice involves very deliberating contemplation about and doing a series of actions that you normally do automatically. Before the practice we will break down the components of each step and give the students clear instruction. After the walking meditation we will breathe together before slipping into the ocean for a contemplative immersion in the cool water.
We meet at the Bath Street Reserve at the North End of Cheltenham Beach at 8:00AM. Please be ready in your swimming attire for the walk and meditation to aid a seamless entry into the water. You may like to sit on a towel, and bring any beach accoutrements you may need.
OUTSIDE OF AUCKLAND
A Classic Kiwi Walk
May 30th - Pinnacles Walk
SOMM, House of Wellness (Mt. Maunganui), and Kanuka Yoga (Auckland) are coming together for a day hiking in the Coromandel!
Join us over King’s Birthday week for a Saturday day hike up the Pinnacles! We'll meet at 8:00am at the trail head. 3 hours to the Pinnacles hut where we'll share lunch and some downtime. 3 hours silent hike back to the carpark.
Please bring water, lunch/snack, rain jacket/layers, sunnies, and sunblock. Weather dependent. This is a challenging 7 hour return walk. You can learn more on the DOC site. We'll provide some snacks and treats for you, but please pack your own lunch & water. We’ll aim to connect attendees via Whatsapp for carpool.
Exchange: $30
June 21st - Walk, Breathe, Sauna
SOMM Outdoors: Walk, Breathe, Sauna
Sunday, June 21 | 8:00AM - 11:00AM
Exchange: $50
or 20% off with SOMM Membership
This Sunday Winter Solstice, join Claire Robbie at Kanuka West Harbour Marina for a social morning walk along the West Harbour coastal loop (1 hour), followed by some studio and sauna time. You'll be guided into seated practices to open your breathworkted practices to open your breathwork channels, preparing you for a 1 hour wood-fired mindful sauna session. You'll have time to cool down and shower before returning back to the studio for your final rest and integration.
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