Events
Welcome to the vibrant world of MANA, Mindfulness and Nature Association, where community, connection, and conscious living converge. At MANA, we curate a rich tapestry of both online and in-person events designed to nourish your mind, body, and soul.
Immerse yourself in our diverse array of offerings, ranging from serene meditations to hands-on permaculture and food cooking classes, as well as engaging mindfulness day events. Our meditation sessions encompass various topics and typically span 1-2 hours, while our other enriching activities extend over 4-6 hours, allowing ample time for deep exploration and learning.
What sets MANA apart is our passionate community of Mindfulness Industry Professionals and dedicated volunteers, who generously share their expertise and guidance to facilitate transformative experiences. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just beginning your journey toward mindfulness and sustainability whilst building a sense of community, you can be sure there's something here for everyone.
Join us as we cultivate mindfulness, foster connection with nature, and co-create a more conscious world, one event at a time.
Explore our upcoming gatherings and embark on a journey of self-discovery and collective empowerment with MANA Mindfulness and Nature Association.
Weekly Meditations
Monday
12:00PM - Melbourne AU (AEST)
5:00PM - Sunday (PST ad Day)
Where: Online
Facilitator/s: John and Joanna
Session Time: 1 hour
Thursday
12:00PM - Melbourne AU (AEST)
5:00PM - Wednesday (PST ad Day)
Where: Online
Facilitator/s: Volunteers
Session Time: 1 hour
Tuesday
12:00PM - Melbourne AU (AEST)
5:00PM - Sunday (PST ad Day)
Where: Online
Facilitator/s: Volunteers
Session Time: 1 hour
Wednesday
12:00PM - Melbourne AU (AEST)
5:00PM - Tuesday (PST ad Day)
Where: Online
Facilitator/s: John
Session Time: 1 hour
Wednesday
8:00PM - Melbourne AU (AEST)
1:00AM - Wednesday (PST ad Day)
Where: Online
Facilitator/s: John, Joanna or Paola
Session Time: 1 hour
Friday
12:00PM - Melbourne AU (AEST)
5:00PM - Thursday (PST ad Day)
Where: Online
Facilitator/s: John
Session Time: 1 hour
Saturday
12:00PM - Melbourne AU (AEST)
5:00PM - Friday (PST ad Day)
Where: Online
Facilitator/s: Volunteers
Session Time: 1 hour
Sunday
9:00AM - Melbourne AU (AEST)
4:00PM - Friday (PST ad Day)
Where: Online
Facilitator/s: John and Joanna
Session Time: 2 hours
Note: Daylight Saving will change these times in Australia on 10th March and 7th April, bringing the Australian times earlier one hour each time. This table will be adjusted each time.
Four-Day Cup Weekend
Mindfulness and Nature Retreat
Join us in a Four Day Practice Retreat where we will explore meditation, mindful movement/yoga/qigong, mindful walking, and more…
When: Friday 1st (or Saturday 2nd if you wish) – Tuesday 5th November
Start Time: 11am Friday Close Time: Monday 3pm
Where: Cape Paterson Community Hall
The hall is a short 6 minute walk to Cap Paterson Beach
Small Retreat: Maximum 8 people
Trainers: John and Joanna
Price: $600 pp (MANA Members $500) plus accommodation ($60 per night (MANA Members $50) or organize your own accommodation. The price includes training fees, daily lunch, morning and afternoon tea and dinner on Saturday night. It is proposed that we go out to dinner on Sunday or Monday night. The price excludes a fee for John, who no longer charges for these retreats.
During the Retreat our focus will be on nature, nature skills and mindfulness practice. Talks will be limited to 20 minutes for each session (am and pm sessions). Practices will include body scans, sitting meditations with breath instruction, qigong, nature observation and walking.
There will be times when we will engage in mindful (nature) walking activities. A question-and-answer session will be held each day, and interviews will be offered on each major day.
The retreat formally commences Saturday, 2nd, at 10 a.m. and includes an evening session (with time out during the day to organise/get settled into your accommodation). Saturday ends with a dinner so that everyone can get to know each other. It will close on Tuesday at 3 p.m., allowing everyone to get back to Melbourne in daylight hours.
For further information on all programs or to sign up and attend the Nature Retreat, contact MANA by email at committeemanainc@gmail.com or John by text on 0439 901 795.
Bi-Monthly
Events
Day of Mindfulness
Approx. 6 hours, including meal breaks
Where: In-person and Online
St. Stevens Anglican Church Café,
111 North Rd, Brighton, VIC, Australia, Victoria
Facilitators: John and Joanna
Day/ Time
Saturday 21st of September 2024
10AM (AEST)
3:00PM (PST Friday)
Location: St Stephens, North Brighton
Day/ Time
Day of Mindfulness, including general and Nature methods of mindfulness and meditation
Saturday 16th of November 2024
10AM (AEST)
3:00PM (PST Friday)
Location: St Stephens, North Brighton
Nature, Permaculture and Food
Where: In-person
898 Sheepways Road Krowera
(John’s place)
Includes at least two nature mediations and mindful walking
Facilitators: John contact 0439 901 795
Day/ Time
Saturday 17th of August
10AM (AEST) to 3:00PM (PST Friday)
Approx. 6hrs - Includes at least two nature meditations and mindful walking, gardening demonstrations, and tour and talk.
BYO food to share
Location: Krowera
(10km South of Loch in Gippsland)
Note: The August Permaculture Day will be the last to be held at Krowera, as John will put the property on the market around this time.
Day/ Time
A Restful and Mindful Day in Nature
Saturday 19th of October
10AM (AEST) to 3:00PM (PST Friday)
Approx. 5hrs - Includes at least two nature meditations and mindful walking, and tour and talk
BYO food to share
Location: Maroondah Reservoir Park, Maroondah Hwy, Healesville VIC 3777
Day/ Time
A Restful and Mindful Day in Nature - Proposed Day of Nature Mindfulness and MANA Christmas Party
Saturday 19th of October
10AM (AEST) to 3:00PM (PST Friday)
Approx. 5hrs - Includes at least two nature meditations and mindful walking, and tour and talk
BYO food to share
Location: Maroondah Reservoir Park, Maroondah Hwy, Healesville VIC 3777
Attend some of our live events FREE
All online events are in the MANA Zoom room: please email MANA for this link (Click here to email),
Most MANA events are FREE
When events do have a cost the $ amount and payment method will be included in the description.
If you would like to give a donation (Dana) this is welcome at any time.
DONATIONS TO MANA
There are two ways for you to donate (non-tax deductible) to MANA:
Bank transfer directly to MANA account (helpful to MANA as there are no %-based transaction fees):
Account Name: MANA Gift Fund Savings Account
BSB: 633000 Account Number: 212940506
Make an online payment via Square using a credit card or Google Pay by clicking on ‘MANA Donation’ at the end of this paragraph.
(The dollar amount is decided by the payee (i.e. you). This method is helpful for people located overseas): MANA Donation