Muriwai Rounding Retreat

4 - 7 September 2025

Picture this…

You wake up in your own private cabin or room and take in the expansive view of Muriwai beach while listening to the morning birdsong. All you have to do today is rest and relax.

After a cup of tea and a warm breakfast, you dive into rounding and experience some of the deepest meditations you’ve ever had. You have a delicious lunch and settle into the sofa to listen to some Vedic knowledge. Then some more rounding, followed by some free time to read, chat, or take a walk.

After an epic sunset, dinner and treats, you relax by the fire and ask questions, share your experiences, or simply take it all in before drifting off to sleep to the sound of the waves.

You’re invited

Join us in beautiful Muriwai for a long weekend of deep rest and rejuvenation.

Through the gentle process of rounding, we drop into a deep state of rest. This allows us to release deeply held stress and fatigue, equivalent to what you’d release in six months of twice-daily Vedic Meditation.

You’ll leave feeling like you’ve had a long, relaxing holiday—a shiny, vibrant version of yourself. And you’ll continue to feel the effect in the months to come.

This retreat is for you if…

  • You want to advance your meditation practice or get back on track

  • You are craving some rest and relaxation, away from your usual responsibilities

  • You want to rapidly release accumulated stress and fatigue

  • You want to experience enhanced creativity, clarity of mind and inner bliss

The rounding programme will be tailored to each person, so whether you’re a brand-new meditator or more advanced, you’ll get the best out of the experience.

The retreat experience

The retreat will run from 4pm on Thursday 4 September to 12pm on Sunday 7 September, 2025.

We’ll be staying in a beautiful clifftop home in Muriwai, an easy 45-minute drive from central Auckland. You’ll have a private cabin or room with a double or queen-sized bed, and share a bathroom with one or two others.

There’s plenty of space to complete our rounding programme and relax indoors or outdoors, whether you’re looking for a quiet spot to read or to connect with the group.

Everything will be taken care of, so all you need to do is relax and enjoy!

For many people, this is a rare chance to take time for themselves away from their usual responsibilities, so my aim is to create an experience where you can feel at ease and supported throughout the weekend.

You’ll enjoy fresh, delicious vegetarian cuisine that is nourishing and easy to digest, supporting what the body needs while rounding. Meals will be plentiful, and treats won’t be forgotten!

There will also be plenty of free time to read, soak in the bath, take a walk, or chat with other like-minded meditators.

What to expect each day

On Thursday afternoon, we’ll start with learning to round and completing our first round together, followed by dinner and a welcome session by the fire.

You’ll complete multiple rounds each day before and after lunch. We’ll round together as a group for an even deeper experience.

After lunch and dinner each day, we’ll take time to check in, and I’ll answer any questions that arise and share some inspirational Vedic wisdom.

What is rounding?

Rounding is known as ‘industrial strength’ meditation, but it’s not difficult to do.

A ‘round’ is a specific sequence of gentle yoga asanas (stretches that anyone can do), pranayama (a simple breathing technique), 20 minutes of Vedic meditation, and a 10-minute lie-down.

By adding the yoga asanas and pranayama, you’re primed for a deeper meditation experience. This allows you to release more accumulated stress and fatigue than in your usual Vedic Meditation practice. 

It’s a powerful technique which you can incorporate into your daily routine when time allows.

Retreat investment

This will be an intimate retreat, and spaces are limited to the following options:

  • Queen bedroom in the main house - $1500 sole occupancy (one available)

  • Queen or double bed cabin - both booked

  • Small double bedroom in the main house - $1250 sole occupancy (one available)

Note:

  • If you’re booking a cabin, please be aware that the shared bathrooms are in the main house.

  • If you’d like to share your room with a friend or partner who meditates, please enquire about pricing and availability.

The retreat fee includes:

  • Three nights of accommodation

  • Rounding instruction and support

  • A rounding programme tailored to your needs

  • Delicious vegetarian meals and treats

  • Daily Vedic knowledge sessions

  • A 20-minute private session on a topic of your choice

  • Personalised going home programme

The retreat fee does not include transport to and from the retreat. If needed, I will help arrange carpooling to make travel easier.

Payment of a non-refundable, non-transferable deposit of $500 will secure your spot, and the remaining balance will be due by 15 August 2025. If you need to cancel, refunds will only be available if your place can be filled.

Join us

I’d love for you to join us and experience the profound benefits of a rounding retreat!

To register to attend, or ask any questions, please complete the form or email info@sheryncanter.com.

See below for answers to frequently asked questions.

FAQs

  • Rounding retreats are open to all Vedic meditators. You don’t have to be an experienced meditator to attend.

  • Yes. Rounding is easy to do and is a relaxing experience. I’ll make sure your rounding programme is perfect for you, so you get the most out of your retreat experience.

  • Rounding retreats enable you to release deeply held stress and fatigue at an accelerated rate. Most experiences on retreat will be enjoyable and blissful, however you may experience temporary fatigue or emotional release at times. I’ll be there to support you and guide you through this experience.

  • Let me know as soon as possible if you may not be able to attend. If your spot can be filled, you’ll receive a full refund. If I can’t fill your spot, no refunds will be available. 

  • Yes. To secure your spot on the retreat, you’ll need to pay a $500 deposit. The remaining balance can be paid by instalment if you prefer. The final payment will be due by 15 August 2025.

  • Yes, I will help arrange carpooling so it’s easy for everyone to get to the retreat.

  • Please let me know your dietary requirements when registering to attend so these can be catered for.