WHY YOGA?
I cannot do handstands and I cannot do the splits.
I have never been to an Ashram and I have never been to India.
Why do I practice Yoga?
The very ordinary answer to this question is that ‚practicing Yoga simply makes me feel good‘. My body feels toned, flexible and agile and my mind feels calm, steady and at ease, my energy is more balanced and my soul feels taken care of.
Yoga is a self care practice. When I take good care of myself, I can fill up my own love vessel and be a more loving presence in this world.
And what I also really like about Yoga is that the experience does not end on the mat. I can take those wonderful teachings into my daily life and they sometimes help me to navigate challenging situations more skilfully and gracefully. And I always find it fascinating when modern research and science nods to what those Indian dudes have been talking about for thousands of years.
My wish is that you get to experience the wonderful benefits of Yoga in your life, too.
The popular perception of yoga is that it is an exercise practice to develop physical strength and flexibility. In fact, it is a holistic collection of practices designed to bring your whole being, body, mind and spirit, into balance.
Yoga is not about creating beautiful poses, but the poses are just a setting for us to practice paying attention. In a world that is so focused on ‘looking good’ and ‘getting it right’, we use our yoga practice to focus on ‘what feels good’ and ‘what feels right’.
Yoga sculpt
Starting around 40, women can loose 1% muscle mass per year, which can lead up to 30% strength loss by the age of 50-70.
Strength training helps counteract this loss by building or maintaining muscle mass, improving strength and enhancing overall body composition.
Starting a strength training routine can feel intimidating.
In yoga sculpt we ease into this journey by adding (light) weights to familiar poses. We exercise in a small, non-judgemental group.
Please bring your own weights (0.5kg - 2kg) and a yoga mat.
When
5 classes on Fridays
Next course: 14/03 - 11/04/2025
7.00am - 8.00am
Where
St Heliers Community Centre, 100 St Heliers Bay Road
Investment and how to book
NZ$100
To register or ask questions, call or text me: 027 938 1030.
Free yoga sculpt class *****
Free yoga sculpt class *****
To get a feel for this journey,
I am inviting you to a free ‘yoga sculpt’ class
at St Heliers Community Centre
on Friday, 28th February 2025
from 7.00am - 8.00am
limited to 8 women
To book your free spot, simply reply to this email or send me a text at 027 9381030
Yoga
for those who want to get back on the mat
At some stage in your life, you have practiced yoga. Now, you would like to get back on the mat. Perhaps you don’t want to practice online or go into a studio environment. You would like to practice in a small group with like-minded women and a non-judgmental approach.
Please bring your own mat, a water bottle and a blanket.
When
8 classes on Tuesdays
Next course: 18/02 - 08/04/2025
7.30pm - 8.45pm
Where
St Heliers Community Centre, 100 St Heliers Bay Road
Investment and how to book
NZ$200
To register or ask questions, call or text me: 027 938 1030.
Yoga at Kohimarama School Hall - for every body
Join us for 60 minutes of strengthening Yang and relaxing Yin Yoga.
A Yin Yang class is ideal, if you are looking for that energising and toning element of your Yoga practice while still finding moments of quiet mindfulness.
Every BODY is welcome.
Please bring your own mat, a water bottle and a blanket.
When
8 classes on Wednesdays
Term 1: 19/02 - 09/04/2025
7.30 pm - 8.30 pm
Where
Kohimarama Primary School Hall, 112 Kohimarama Road
Investment and how to book
NZ$160
To register or ask questions, call or text me: 027 938 1030.
Yin Yang Yoga at Om
The Yang part of this class is designed to leave you feeling vitalised and invigorated while toning your body. The Yin part of your practice promotes a feeling of calm, connection and relaxation while supporting your connective tissue.
A Yin Yang class is ideal, if you are looking for that energising and strengthening element of your Yoga practice while still finding moments of quiet mindfulness.
When
Every Wednesday, 5.00 - 6.00 pm
Where
Om Yoga Studio, 40, Stonefields Avenue
Investment and how to book
Yoga helps your body feel more toned, agile and flexible and helps your mind feel more peaceful and at ease.
Yoga helps you manage stress. Yoga relaxes you, to help you sleep better. Yoga improves your posture. Yoga improves your energy and can mean brighter moods. Yoga can promote healthier eating habits.
YOGA SIMPLY MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD.
Looking forward to meeting you on the mat.
Testimonials
It exceeded my expectations - got more out of it than I expected and it became a highlight of my week. I still cant touch my toes (!) but realised that doesn't actually matter. Learning how to relax and switch off became more important - a benefit I didn't anticipate.
The yoga beginners class exceeded my expectations. There was no judgement to do expert poses, it was totally relaxing and a great stress reliever where I could focus on me, on my mental and physical health. Highly recommend this class.
Helen.
I love my tuesday evenings as I feel both invigorated & relaxed after the class... a fantastic way to enjoy"me time" & lower stress levels. Nicole has a wonderful, calm, gentle manner about her & leads the class with intelligence, interest & care.
Annabel