As stress is a major contributor to a compromised immune system, this Gentle Yoga class guides students on a path towards greater relaxation, as well as increased energy and strength, in a welcoming, inclusive, comfortable, and nourishing environment

Students will develop greater body awareness as they move through a carefully structured class, designed to take account of people’s differing levels of capability as well as their unique anatomical differences.

A variety of props are used to help students find their appropriate ‘edge’ in the pose, without unnecessary stress and strain, either physically or mentally.

Based on the yoga principle of using the breath to calm the mind and relax the muscles, this class will focus on poses that stretch, strengthen, and tone while releasing stress and tension from joints and muscles

Each class will include mindfulness and visualization techniques to enhance the mind/body connection, and focus and discipline the mind

The slower, gentler pace is easy enough for beginners, and great for everyone who wants (or needs!) to slow down a bit.

Email or call Tara: tara@mindfulnation.co.nz /  021 545 333

Intuitive Flow is based on classical Hatha Asanas. The flow is sequencing, it is to synchronize the movement with the breath.

My classes include pranayama breath work and Yin asanas at the end of the class to regulate flow and energy. They are open to all levels; it can be a gentle practice or a more dynamic practice. When we listen and tune into our intuition, we are having consideration for ourselves in each moment and are learning to adapt to the strength we apply to each practice.

In this class, I like to tune into each practitioner's energy in the moment and give different options of asanas, so each individual is able to find stillness, to be connected to the breath and to find his or her own level of strength required to be able to practice.

Please email meannadansell@gmail.com or call me on 021 275 0034 for any query you might have.

With continued focus on your breath you will move with ease and awareness between carefully selected poses in a creative and meditative practice.

"Here Now Yoga" is at times gentle and at times strong. Often quiet and still. You will be guided to practise with purpose, awareness, and heart. It is a therapeutic and healing practice leading you to your natural state of present moment awareness, vitality, and joy.

Yoga is a way of being; - being present to and accepting of what is and who you are at any given moment. Emphasis is placed on enjoying your own uniqueness.

"Here Now Yoga" is all about embracing and loving who you are.

As needs and wishes are organic we will work with your requirements on the day. You will be supported and nurtured as you practise as  you build strength, balance, flexibility, acceptance, and calm. All qualities we need and can carry into daily life.  Gentle and nurturing hands on support along with guidance for life are offered throughout this practice. “Here Now Yoga" will leave you feeling energised, at ease, present, and inspired.

This class requires a basic level of fitness.

I warmly welcome you to the mat!

Please email hellemorthomson@gmail.com or call Helle on 021 104 9366 for any query you might have.

Yin Yoga with its gentle long-held stretches is the perfect balance to other more energetic types of yoga, sport, or physical activity, and an oasis from the hustle and bustle of modern life.  Each 90 minute class is designed to release stress and calm the body and the mind.

Using props to remove muscle tension, Yin Yoga focuses on the deeper tissues of the body - strengthening, stretching and stimulating to encourage more flexibility and freedom of movement while simultaneously releasing deep tension in the body and relaxing the nervous system.  Yin Yoga reduces stress while stimulating regeneration and is especially beneficial for the whole spine, lower back, pelvis/hip area and knees.

A Yin Yoga practice can help us really tune in to the messages of our body, due to its calming and introspective nature. The practice reminds us that regular doses of stillness and relaxation are as important to our well-being as getting hot and sweaty walking up the Peak, or cycling, or running, or other forms of strenuous activity.

Yin Yoga helps us become well-acquainted with the body's capabilities and limitations as we continually observe the sensations that arise.  Developing a habit of mindful awareness and bringing that to our other physical and sporting activities, or indeed to our daily working lives, means we'll be better able to listen to our body and potentially prevent injury and over-exertion.

This beautiful, gentle but challenging, and incredibly effective style of yoga is suitable for beginners and more experienced yoga students of all levels of strength and flexibility.

Please email tara@mindfulnation.co.nz or call Tara on 021 545 333 for any query you might have.

Tai Chi, the ancient Chinese practice, combines slow, controlled movements, meditation, and breathing exercises to cultivate Qi, the internal life energy, to flow smoothly and powerfully through the body.

The Tai Chi classes aim to develop those fundamentals so that by the end, class participants will be able to practise them unaided at any time and place. With continual practice, the balance of Yin and Yang energy and harmony of the inner and outer self can be achieved.

There are six classes running over a six-week period with three movements being taught each week. Tai Chi is a low impact exercise with minimal stress on joints and muscles which will be taught at the beginner level so it is suitable for most ages and fitness levels.

Please email herbalplushealth@yahoo.com or call Ming on 021 055 5218 for any query you might have.