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The Southern Lights Centre was born from a desire to allow all who wish to experience the tranquility and uniqueness of our teachings and school in Akaroa.

The school is part of a spiritual tradition known as mystery schools. Throughout human history schools have existed in every culture to prepare the most advanced members of that culture for greater responsibility in leadership of the community. These schools provided tests of proficiency and knowledge which were called initiations. The indigenous people's of New Zealand, Maori, spiritual teachings were contained within a system of mystery schools which flourished throughout the North and South Island. A major school, within their tradition, was located on the Banks Peninsula. Christ College is a modern expression of this tradition.

The Southern Lights Centre encompasses the Ageless wisdom teachings which at their core are a quest for understanding the purpose of the soul.

The school is run by the CCTHW Charitable Trust and offers:

• Diploma (1 year) and Advanced Diploma (2 year) programs

• Outreach courses and workshops for the larger community

• A five year residential education program

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Once a month we hold weekend meditation retreats a perfect place to unwind, relax and recharge the soul.

We have four warm and cosy cabins available for retreaters with shared facilities in the school hall. Our cabins are available for hire at other times, with one proviso - you take time to meditate.

Southern Lights Centre is a preparatory school for the coming Aquarian Age offering courses on meditation, esoteric psychology and esoteric astrology. We study the Ageless Wisdom teachings which are the accumulated wisdom from Humanity's quest for answers to the meaning of life.