Ashram Yoga

Making the Most of May

To get the most out of May we encourage you to find a quiet space, roll out your mat and do some serious yoga! Even ten to twenty minutes of yoga can make a big difference in how you feel, think and move over the whole day. And the more regularly you practice yoga, the more impact a few minutes of practice can have on your life.

Getting into the yoga-zone makes you feel centred, relaxed and vital. At Ashram Yoga we feel this is an essential life-skill – it is a safe-harbour when life is stormy.

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New Classes

We have two new classes starting at Ashram Yoga in Parnell:

Pilates – Monday 1:15pm. (Already started)
Open Class – Wednesday 9:00am. (Starting 16 May)

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Satsangs

Last month Prem Prayojan visited us twice and spoke about the great benefits of yoga. His presentations were fun, uplifting and informative. He also spoke at the Yoga Conference in Albany and Shantimurti said it was one of the best speeches he had ever heard in his whole life.

This month we are pleased to host two more high-calibre yogis:

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Satsang with Swami Padmanabhananda

Swami Padmanabhananda is from the Sivananda Ashram in Rishikesh, India, where he is the General Secretary of the Divine Life Society. He is highly respected for his wisdom and experience and we are honoured to host him. Watch a video of him speaking about happiness and read more about his visit.

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Satsang with Swami Govindananda

Swami Govindananda is returning to Ashram Yoga after last year’s very successful visit. Swamiji is gifted in many ways. He has deep wisdom and the ability to share his knowledge and experience in an entertaining and humourous way. Watch a video about last year’s visit to Ashram Yoga and read more about this year’s visit.

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Upcoming at the Ohui Retreat Centre

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Queens Birthday Retreat    4-6 June

Join us at the Ohui Retreat Centre over Queens Birthday Weekend for some yoga, relaxation, beautiful nature and good company. Read more
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Yoga Revival Weekend  23-24 June, 4-5 August

Come along for a weekend of rest and relaxation at the Ohui Retreat Centre including:

  • Morning yoga class
  • Guided relaxation (Yoga Nidra)
  • Yoga philosophy
  • Restorative yoga class
  • Yoga of sound (Nada Yoga)
  • Chanting and singing (Kirtan)
  • Meditation
  • Free time to enjoy the surroundings
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Silent Meditation Retreat   28 June – 1 July

Spend three days in silence and meditation. This retreat is suitable for beginners through to seasoned practitioners and includes full instruction and support. Read more
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Kriya Yoga Retreat   9-15 June

Kriya Yoga is a set of techniques for liberating energy in your mind and body. These techniques awaken Kriya Shakti – literally the power of action giving you the energy to transformation yourself and move beyond the limitations of mundane existence. Become attuned with the divine energy of life with these powerful practices. Read more

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Teacher Training Courses


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Level 2 & 3 Intensive – November 2012

You can become a Register Yoga Teacher (RYT-500) in one-month. This intensive retreat really is an intensive; it is an immersion into the world of yoga. You will eat, sleep and breathe yoga without the interruptions of your normal life. Taking time out and being a part of a focused group can be life transforming – and for many participants it is a peak experience that they will always remember. Read more

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PLAY Yoga Teacher Training     9-10 June
This course will provide a platform for you to learn how to teach yoga to children 5-11 years old, in a creative, open & imaginative manner. We will look at ways to design a Yoga ‘adventure’ class as well as areas of development & understanding. Read more

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Upcoming in Parnell

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Master Class: The Creative Power of Mandalas

Mandala means ‘circle’ in Sanskrit and is viewed as a sacred symbol representing wholeness. Mandalas are traditionally associated with healing, meditation and creativity. Mandala art has been used from ancient times within the yogic systems and throughout the world as a process of self-expression and in the service of personal growth and transformation. Read more

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Master Class: Chakras 1 & 2

Chakras are energy centres located in the subtle body. They are keys to spiritual development and the health of your mind, body and spirit. Learn about them with Gerald Lopez in these two master classes. Read more

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Non-Violent Communication   26-27 May

Anantadevi (Susie Spiller) is an Ashram Yoga trained yoga teacher having completed all three levels. She is also a trainer of Non-Violent Communication – also known as Compassionate Communication – which  teaches ahimsa (non-violence) one of the ethical pricinciples of yoga. Read more

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Friday Night Out

Join us on Friday 18 May for a fun evening including a vegatarian meal, a discussion on yoga philosophy and kirtan music. This evening also includes the Level 1 teacher training students – so come prepared to talk about yoga! Read more

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Kirtan on Thursday Nights

Kirtan is a lot of fun and a great way to spend an evening. We hold kirtan every Thursday night. All welcome – bring your friends along too. Some instruments are available, but you are welcome to bring your own. Read more

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White Stone Carillon Meditation

Join us for uplifting meditation classes with Dana Louise Stewart and her Carillon Bowl on Sunday evenings. Through the course of the session you will benefit from vibrational sound healing which has long been appreciated for its calming effect with new research also showing it may have the power to restore and keep us healthy and also perhaps help your yoga practice! Read more

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Tour of the South Island

Ashram Yoga’s senior instructor – Swami Shantimurti Saraswati – will be touring the South Island in the second half of June. Currently he will be visiting Christchurch, Queenstown and Hokitika. Read more

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Ashram Yoga eBook

Download Ashram Yoga’s free ebook. Simply subscribe to our newsletter. This ebook introduces the very simple Pawanmuktasana Part 1 series. These practices include ankle, wrist and hip rotations which are essential for both beginner and advanced yogis. These exercises are so simple that they are easy to overlook, yet their effect is profound.

Shantimurti has many remarkable stories of people who have healed themselves from serious afflictions with these basic exercises. A more comprehensive ebook with additional exercises will be for sale shortly.

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