The path, journey - Te Ara - of the child from the spiritual world to the earthly world in the arms of the mother who holds, carries, guides the child on this path, through/with spiritual knowledge; divine wisdom - Sophia.
The Te Ara Sophia centre offers an environment to foster and support all aspects of a creative approach to conscious parenting in the modern times alongside therapies, services, community groups and endeavours.
The centre is situated across the school field at 275 Fifield Terrace. Formerly the Novalis House/Helios health centre building, it houses resident practitioners and therapists, and a variety of community activities.
- Alison Hunter - Clinical Psychologist
- Red Tent Aotearoa
- Courageous Conversations
- Conscious Creators
- Community Art Group
- Eurythmy sessions
If you would like to know more about the centre and if you are interested in hiring a space contact:
Rachel Conway - email
M: 022 091 1270 P: 03 337 0514 ext 254
Anthroposophical Society
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Sparkling Crystals Playgroup
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Brothers Club
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Shambhala Hair Design
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Hilary Tapper & Kuva Zakheim
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Shona Stronach
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Rita Noetzel
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Rata midwives
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Holistic Health & Wellness
Our Registered Naturopath, Stephen Roigard, has been working in the health and fitness industry for over 20 years. Stephen is also a qualified Clinical Nutritionist, Medical Herbalist, Personal Trainer and Massage Therapist. In addition to this he is certified as an instructor in yoga, dance and martial arts. He has...