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    A Legacy of Peace, A Lifetime of Service

    This May, we invite you to join a global wave of gratitude as we honour 70 years of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s life dedicated to selfless service, and 45 years of The Art of Living’s global mission to create a stress-free, violence-free world.

    What began as a small spark of inspiration has grown into a worldwide movement, touching hundreds of millions of lives through breath, meditation, and service. Through humanitarian projects, peace initiatives and personal transformation, the impact of these decades is felt in every corner of the globe and right here in Aotearoa.

    Join the Celebration in New Zealand 

    From 2 - 13 May 2026, the Art of Living New Zealand family is hosting a diverse range of events to mark this auspicious occasion. 

    Sattvic Beats

    Sattvic Beats

    2 May 2026

    Join us in Auckland for an electrifying evening of rhythm, devotion, and joy at the Bhajan Clubbing Event by The Art of Living New Zealand.

    Experience the powerful fusion of traditional bhajans with uplifting, high-energy beats that will have you singing, clapping, and dancing your heart out. This is not just a music event - it is a celebration of connection, community, and pure positive vibes.

    Dress Code: Indian or Indo-Western

    Indian snacks & chai available for sale + instant prizes to be won!

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    Tree Planting

    Tree Planting Day

    2 May 2026

    Join us in Wellington for a Planting Day at Belmont Regional Park, where we’ll be getting our hands dirty to restore the park’s natural ecosystem and give back to the land. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature and the local community while contributing to a greener future.

    For further information, contact Darshan on +6421 265 1676. 

    Sattvic Beats

    Community Service Day

    9 May 2026

    Join us for Restoration Ruatuna in Auckland, a community service (seva) day dedicated to protecting the natural beauty of the Waitākere Ranges. We are heading into the heart of the forest to clear invasive weeds that threaten our precious native flora and fauna, offering a hands-on way to give back to the environment and connect with the local community.

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    Sattvic Beats

    Maha Kriya

    10 May 2026

    Join us for Maha Kriya in Auckland, a powerful and restorative gathering centered around the profound practice of Sudarshan Kriya. 

    Note: this event is only open to Art of LIving Happiness Programme/Part 1 graduates. 

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    Sattvic Beats

    Yoga & Meditation

    11 May 2026

    Join us in Auckland for a special Yoga and Meditation evening.

    This session is an offering of gratitude, stillness, and collective joy to the community, allowing us to come together through gentle yoga, guided meditation, and mindful awareness.

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    Sattvic Beats

    World Peace Meditation

    12 May 2026

    Join us online for the World Peace Meditation, a powerful collective experience dedicated to fostering global harmony and inner tranquility. By coming together in stillness, we contribute our shared intention toward a more peaceful world while discovering a profound sense of serenity within ourselves.

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    Special Birthday Satsang

    13 May 2026

    Join us for a Special Birthday Satsang across various centres in Aotearoa, a joyous evening of music, meditation and celebration to mark this auspicious occasion.

    Auckland | 93 Lansford Crescent | 7pm | Contact: Aarti on 022 304 0950

    Hamilton | 17 Bellona Place, Flagstaff | 6pm | Contact Jigna on 027 886 6445

    Christchurch | 12 Zinnia Way, Wigram | 6.45pm | Contact Seema on 021 138 8864

    Wellington | Level 6, 104 The Terrace | 6pm | Contact Amit on 021 181 2829

     

    Food Drive Collection

    24 April - 29 May 2026

    As part of Gurudev’s birthday month, we are coming together for a community food drive to support local families in need. A collection box will be available at the Art of Living Centre in Avondale, Auckland from 24 April to 29 May, providing a wonderful opportunity to turn our gratitude into tangible service for those around us.

    We kindly request that only items listed on the poster are donated

    THE ART OF LIVING

    Our Reach in Numbers

    45 years

    of service

    180 countries

    in over 10,000 cities

    40,000+

    instructors

    1 billion

    people reached

    A Global Revolution

    For over four decades, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar has inspired millions to discover the power within; transforming individuals, communities, and nations. From ending wars and facilitating the surrender of militants to revolutionising education, and empowering farmers, Gurudev has brought about profound change. His efforts have transformed countless lives of prison inmates, rural women and have also helped build drug-free campuses for youth, foster corporate well-being, and promote global harmony, impacting millions in over 180 countries. 

    Gurudev in Action

    1981
    1981

    Gurudev establishes The Art of Living.

    2004
    2004

    Gurudev is invited to address the Scottish Parliament at Edinburgh, UK.

    2006
    2006

    Borders fade as over 2.5 million people from over 150 countries come together to meditate with Gurudev at The Art of Living's Silver Jubilee celebration in Bengaluru, India.

    2007
    2007

    Gurudev unveils the Declaration of Human-Values at the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts in Washington, DC.

    2011
    2011

    More than 70,000 people from 151 countries converge at the Olympic Stadium in Berlin, Germany, celebrating Art of Living’s accomplishments and diversity from every corner of the world. 

    2012
    2012

    1,50,000 people experienced a profound combination of lively music and silent meditation with Gurudev in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

    2013
    2013

    I Meditate Africa - launch of a very simple campaign promoting peace in Africa, encouraging the use of meditation as a mainstream peace building block eventually impacting millions in Africa.

    2015
    2015

    Gurudev visits Iraq including the riskiest war-torn areas to meet with the people and provide solace.

    2016
    2016

    World Culture Festival II
    Over 3.75 million meditate with Gurudev and are thrilled with cultural performances from over 100 countries on the world's largest floating stage.

    2016
    2016

    The FARC-Colombia Peace Treaty is made possible by Gurudev's efforts showcasing the power of meditation in ending a half-century old conflict.

    2016
    2016

    The Royal Albert Hall, typically a venue for diverse music and prestigious theater performances is steeped in pin-drop silence as Gurudev guides an audience of thousands in deep meditation.

    2019
    2019

    Gurudev is invited to address the European Parliament on "Meditation to Mediation"

    2020
    2020

    During the Covid pandemic, Gurudev leads live meditations twice a day for over two months to help millions find inner strength and solace in the most stressful period the world has faced in recent times. 

    2022
    2022

    "I Stand for Peace" - Gurudev tours countries in Europe and US leading meditations to help people find inner peace at a time of conflict and war in Europe.

    2023
    2023

    1.1 million gather at the National Mall in Washington DC for the World Culture Festival, with a unique mix of energetic performances by 17,000 global artists and serene meditations led by Gurudev.

    Contact us 

    Contact us to learn more about our mission and work, or find out about our Programmes best suited to you or your Community: 

    0508 278 635 

      info@artofliving.org.nz