ONE HEART
TANTRA FESTIVAL
AOTEAROA, NEW ZEALAND - DECEMBER 11-13, 2026
“An intimate three-day Tantra festival ROOTED in sacred intimacy, conscious connection, and the transformative principles of Tantra”
One Heart Tantra Festival
An Intimate Festival of Connection, Community & Transformation
Join 144 like-hearted souls for three days of Tantra, conscious relating, embodiment, music,
movement, and heartfelt celebration.
Set in nature and guided by experienced facilitators, One Heart is a boutique festival designed to foster authentic connection, personal growth, and meaningful community.
A space where intimacy becomes meditation, connection becomes practice, and community becomes family.
Imagine waking surrounded by nature.
Sharing nourishing meals with friends.
Exploring workshops that deepen presence, authenticity, and connection.
Swimming in the lake, meeting the horses, resting beneath the trees, dancing under the stars, and
celebrating life in community.
One Heart is an invitation to slow down, open your heart, and remember what becomes possible when we
gather with intention.
A Boutique Gathering of Conscious Intimacy
One Heart Tantra Festival is a curated three-day immersion into the principles of Tantra, conscious intimacy, embodiment, and authentic relating.
Limited to 144 participants, this intimate gathering is designed to create the safety, trust, and connection that allow meaningful transformation to unfold.
Through workshops, experiential practices, music, movement, meditation, and community experiences, participants are invited into a deeper relationship with themselves, others, and life itself.
WHAT IS ONE HEART ?
Why We Created One Heart ?
After years of facilitating retreats, trainings, and festivals around the world, we felt called to create something different.
A gathering large enough to offer diversity and inspiration,
yet intimate enough for connection to unfold naturally.
A space where people are not simply attendees, but become part of a
living community.
A space where personal growth, conscious relating, celebration, music,
movement, and meditation can coexist in an organic and embodied way.
One Heart was born from the vision of bringing together incredible teachers, facilitators, and participants within a container rooted in integrity, presence, and love.
Our intention is simple:
To create a festival where people leave not only inspired,
but deeply connected to themselves, to others, and to life itself.
Amandeep & Valeska
The Container
Why only 144 participants?
One Heart is intentionally limited to 144 participants.
By limiting the space to 144 participants, we create a container where depth becomes possible.
Rather than being one among many, each person is seen, felt, and able to fully participate in the unfolding field.
A smaller group allows for a higher level of safety, where trust, consent, and emotional presence can naturally develop. This is essential when exploring the subtleties of relationships, energy, and connection.
It also fosters genuine intimacy. Over three days, faces become familiar, connections deepen, and a sense of community emerges, as a lived experience.
With fewer participants, the quality of interaction is elevated. Workshops are more engaging, guidance more personal, and the overall experience more integrated and meaningful.
This is not a festival of scale.
It is a container for transformation.
Why “One Heart”?
In our Tantra lineage, we work with seven energy centres known as the chakras. Each chakra is associated with an element and represents different aspects of our human experience and growth. When energy flows freely through these centres, we experience greater vitality, joy, and connection.
The heart chakra sits at the centre of this system. It is the bridge between earth and sky, body and spirit, self and other. It is the home of love, compassion, and acceptance - a doorway to a deeper relationship with ourselves, others, and life itself.
At the Heart of Tantra lies a simple yet profound understanding: separation is an illusion.
Beneath our stories, identities, and differences, we are deeply interconnected.
One Heart is an invitation to remember this.
Through meditation, movement, breathwork, sacred touch, music, and authentic connection, we create opportunities not only to understand this truth intellectually, but to experience it directly.
For a moment, we come together as One field, One community, One heart.
Who Comes to One Heart?
One Heart welcomes people from all walks of life who feel called toward authentic connection,
personal growth, and conscious living.
Participants range from complete beginners to experienced practitioners.
What matters most is not prior experience, but openness, curiosity, and a willingness to explore life through the lens of Tantra, embodiment, and conscious relating.
Some come alone, some with partners, and others with friends.
Relationship status is not important, what unites participants is a shared interest in connection, awareness, and growth.
The community is made up of people who are generally open-hearted, respectful, and curious about life.
Many are drawn to depth, presence, playfulness, and meaningful connection,
while also valuing lightness, joy, and celebration.
All participants are 18+ and able to fully engage in the physical and experiential nature of the festival.
Whether you are at the beginning of your journey or have been on the path for years,
You are welcome here.
Is This Festival for You?
This festival may be a beautiful fit if you:
You are curious about Tantra and wish to explore it within a safe, grounded, and conscious environment.
You are a practitioner ready to deepen, refine, and stabilise your existing practice.
You long for greater emotional maturity, embodied confidence, and relational clarity.
You are ready to move beyond habitual ways of relating and step into more authentic, embodied connection.
You wish to cultivate greater joy, love, presence, and inner mastery in your daily life.
You value personal growth as a lived experience, not merely an intellectual pursuit.
You are interested in exploring intimacy, energy, and connection as pathways for awakening.
You appreciate spaces that honour consent, integrity, and mutual respect.
You are seeking meaningful community and authentic friendships with like-hearted people.
You feel called to be part of a gathering where transformation is supported through practice, presence, and connection.
Whether you are at the beginning of your journey or have walked this path for years, this festival meets you where you are. Age, relationship status, and prior experience matter less than your willingness to be present, open, and sincere in your exploration.
One Heart may not be the best fit if...
You are intending to attend primarily as an observer rather than actively engage in the experience.
You are expecting a sexually explicit environment or are seeking Tantra as a form of entertainment.
You are unwilling to honour boundaries, consent, and personal responsibility.
You rely on alcohol or recreational substances to access states of celebration, connection, or freedom.
You prefer large-scale festivals over intimate and intentional community experiences.
You are looking for quick fixes rather than a genuine commitment to self-awareness and growth.
What You Will Explore
Sacred Intimacy
Conscious Touch & Presence
Emotional Fluidity & Healing
Breath-work
Energy Circulation
Polarity & Sacred Union
Tantra Meditation
Psychodrama Therapy
What You’ll Leave With
Every journey through One Heart is unique, and there is no single outcome we can define for everyone.
And yet, many participants leave with:
A deeper sense of connection, to yourself, your body, and others
Greater confidence in authentic relating and conscious communication
Practical tools to navigate intimacy, boundaries, and emotional awareness
A more embodied sense of presence, aliveness, and openness in daily life
Meaningful connections and friendships with like-hearted people
A felt experience of belonging within a conscious and respectful community
Increased clarity around your patterns in relationship and connection
A softer, more open heart and a renewed sense of trust in life
A lived understanding of what becomes possible through presence, awareness, and connection
Guidelines
This festival is held as a conscious and intentional space, designed to support presence, safety, and authentic connection.
Respect for intimacy
While this space may explore connection, intimacy, and energy, there is no sexual activity in shared or group spaces. We honor intimacy as something personal, to be experienced in private and with clear mutual consent.
Sober environment
This is a substance-free space. Alcohol and drugs are not part of the container, as we invite connection and celebration to arise through presence and awareness.
18+ event
Participation is open to adults only.
Consent & Personal Responsibility
We invite all participants to take responsibility for their own boundaries, desires, and wellbeing. Consent is an ongoing conversation and may be withdrawn at any time. A clear "no" is to be respected, and we encourage participants to communicate honestly and respectfully.
Application & alignment
Access to the festival is subject to completing an application form.
We reserve the right to accept participants based on alignment with the intentions and values of the space, to ensure a coherent and supportive group dynamic.
Confidentiality & Privacy
We ask participants to respect the privacy of others. Personal stories, experiences, and vulnerable moments shared during the festival are to remain within the container. This helps create an environment of trust, safety, and authentic expression.
Respect for the Land
We are guests on this beautiful land. We invite participants to treat the environment, facilities, animals, and natural surroundings with care, respect, and gratitude.
Presence & Technology
Our venue has no Wi-Fi access and mobile phone reception.
We encourage participants to prepare accordingly and to let family, friends, or colleagues know that you may be less reachable during the festival.
While this may feel unfamiliar at first, many participants discover that stepping away from constant connectivity allows for a deeper sense of presence, connection, and immersion in the experience.
We invite you to embrace this opportunity to slow down, be fully here, and connect more deeply with yourself, others, and the natural surroundings.
Communication & Community
We invite participants to communicate with kindness, honesty, and respect. Differences of perspective are welcome, and we encourage curiosity, compassion, and open-hearted dialogue.
THE VENUE
Set in a secluded natural landscape, One Heart takes place in a space surrounded by land, water, and open sky, designed to support presence, rest, and connection with nature.
The environment itself is an integral part of the experience, offering space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what is essential.
More details about the land, accommodation, and natural features will be shared soon.
THE FACILITATORS
One Heart brings together experienced Tantra facilitators, space holders, and practitioners who are deeply committed to conscious growth, embodiment, and authentic connection.
Each facilitator contributes their own unique expression, guiding participants through practices that explore awareness, intimacy, and presence.
We will be introducing the full facilitator team and their offerings in the coming weeks.
A Typical Day
Each day at One Heart unfolds through a balanced rhythm of guided practices, shared meals, movement, rest, and authentic connection.
The schedule is intentionally designed to support both depth and spaciousness, allowing ample time for integration, reflection, and simply being. Throughout the festival, participants will also gather in small pods to share their experiences, connect more deeply, and support one another's journey.
Alongside workshops and facilitated experiences, there is space to rest, connect with nature and horses, enjoy meaningful conversations, and follow the natural unfolding of the festival.
A more detailed overview of the daily flow will be shared soon.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Both.
One Heart Tantra Festival welcomes individuals, couples, and friends. Many participants attend alone and quickly find themselves part of a warm and supportive community.
You do not need to come with a partner to fully participate and enjoy the experience.
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Not at all.
Whether you're completely new to Tantra or have years of experience, the festival is designed to meet you where you are.
All practices are guided with clarity, safety, and respect for individual boundaries.
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Absolutely.
Many participants are completely new to Tantra, embodiment practices, or personal development work.
Our workshops are designed to be accessible for beginners while still offering depth and value for those with previous experience.
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Participants are typically between 25 and 65 years old, although we welcome adults of all ages.
What unites our community is not age, but a shared interest in personal growth, conscious connection, and authentic relating.
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No.
You are welcome to participate in as much or as little as feels aligned for you.
While we encourage full engagement to receive the greatest benefit from the experience, we also recognize the importance of rest, integration, and listening to your own needs.
ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE
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One Heart Tantra Festival is a space for conscious connection, embodiment, and authentic relating.
While we explore intimacy, connection, polarity, and energy, this is not a sexual environment.
All activities are consent-based, and participants are always free to choose their level of participation.
There is no sexual activity permitted in workshops or shared spaces.
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No.
One Heart Tantra Festival is not a sexual event.
While we explore intimacy, embodiment, polarity and connection, all practices are guided within a consent-based framework.
Participants always choose their level of participation, and there is no sexual activity within workshops or shared spaces.
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Can I choose who I partner with during exercises?
Yes.
Some practices allow participants to choose their own partners, while others may invite what is sometimes called "natural selection" or facilitated pairing.
Within Tantra, there is an understanding that meaningful connection can arise in unexpected ways. Occasionally, participants are invited to be paired with someone they may not have naturally chosen themselves. These encounters can often offer valuable insights, growth, and connection that might otherwise be missed.
That said, your boundaries and comfort always come first.
You are never required to participate in any exercise that doesn't feel aligned for you, and you are always welcome to change your mind at any point.
If anything feels uncomfortable, simply let one of our facilitators know. Our team is there to support you, and we will ensure your needs, boundaries, and wellbeing are respected throughout the festival.
And of course, if you come with your partner you can practice everything together.
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Many people arrive feeling exactly the same way.
Our facilitators are experienced in creating a welcoming and safe environment where everyone can participate at their own pace.
You will never be forced to do anything that doesn't feel right for you.
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Personal growth and deep connection can sometimes bring emotions to the surface.
Our experienced facilitation team is trained to create a safe, supportive environment where participants can move through emotional experiences with care and awareness.
Support will be available throughout the festival if needed.
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We aim to create a balanced and harmonious group dynamic.
While exact numbers cannot be guaranteed, we carefully monitor registrations and participant ratios to support a healthy and enjoyable experience for everyone.
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Yes.
This is a substance-free gathering.
We invite connection, celebration, and transformation to arise through presence, awareness, and authentic human connection rather than through alcohol or drugs.
INTIMACY, CONSENT & SAFETY
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Your ticket includes:
• Full access to all workshops and experiences
• Access to two dedicated teaching spaces
• 3 nourishing vegetarian/vegan lunches & 2 nourishing vegetarian/vegan dinners
• Access to the lake and beautiful natural surroundings
• Time with the therapeutic horses on the land
• Evening music, celebration, and community gatherings
• Tent camping (bring your own equipment)
• A sober, consent-based and emotionally safe environment designed to support authentic connection and transformationIf you wish to bring a caravan or campervan, an additional accommodation pass is required, as spaces are limited.
A small number of bedrooms are available as upgrades.
All vehicles entering the festival grounds require a Vehicle Pass, which is not included in the ticket price and must be purchased separately at checkout -
Tent camping is included, bring your own equipment.
Participants can also choose from campervan options, limited cabin and shared room available.
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One Heart Tantra Festival takes place at Dune Lakes Lodge, a beautiful nature-based venue located near South Head, approximately 1.5 hours from central Auckland by car.
By car
Driving is the easiest and most convenient way to reach the venue. Detailed directions will be sent to all registered participants prior to the festival.By public transport
Participants travelling from Auckland may take public transport towards the Helensville area and arrange a taxi, rideshare, or lift for the final part of the journey.Ridesharing
Before the festival, we will create a participant rideshare group where attendees can connect, share transport, reduce travel costs, and begin building community before arriving.Full arrival information, maps, and recommended travel options will be provided after registration.
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Yes.
As the festival takes place on private land, each vehicle entering the venue requires a vehicle pass.
This helps us manage parking, traffic flow, and maintain the integrity of the land.
Details will be provided after registration.
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Yes.
Participants are free to leave the venue if needed.
However, we encourage everyone to remain within the container as much as possible to support the depth of the experience, group cohesion, and personal immersion.
If you anticipate needing to leave during the festival, please let our team know upon arrival so we can allocate a parking space that allows easy access without disrupting the flow of the event.
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Yes.
Vegetarian and vegan meals are included throughout the festival.
We will do our best to accommodate common dietary requirements. Please include any dietary needs on your application form.
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Comfortable clothing that allows freedom of movement. Most participants wear relaxed, expressive, and comfortable attire. Some evening events may invite a themed dress code, which will be communicated beforehand. Above all, wear something that helps you feel comfortable, confident, and authentically yourself.
A detailed packing list will be provided before the festival.
LOGISTICS
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After purchasing your ticket, you will receive:
A confirmation email
A participant application form
Information about the festival
Venue and arrival details
Updates leading up to the festival
Your place is confirmed once your application has been reviewed and accepted.
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One Heart Tantra Festival is intentionally curated.
The application process helps us create a safe, coherent, and aligned community where all participants can feel supported throughout the experience.
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All ticket purchases are non-refundable.
If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to another person. Any ticket transfer must be communicated to the organising team so that the new participant can complete the application process.
Ticket transfers must be completed no later than 24 hours before the event begins.
Alternatively, your ticket value may be used as credit towards a future event with Waiheke Mystery School.
REGISTRATION & TICKETS
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