Global Mala NZ 2010: You CAN do 108 sun salutations

Winter can be a dreary time down here in Dunedin – cold, wet, miserable, overcast, closed in… although to be fair, there seems to have been a decent amount of sun this year. But still, by about mid-August, the city is seriously yearning for the return of summer. Bring on long, almost-hot, clear sky, blue [...]

Yoga in Prisons Trust charity recipient for Global Mala NZ 2010

It’s been a power-packed day and a half in Wellington, catching up with friends – all of whom happen to be part of the local yoga community. There’s so much wisdom and presence out there, and just sitting down to spend time with heart-open, grounded, clear-sighted people is inspirational. In between coffees and teas and [...]

How yogis can have a critical impact on the world

Global Mala is happening this Sunday, September 20th, in Wellington – but it’s also happening right across the globe this weekend. Started by Shiva Rea, this is part of the yoga community’s contribution towards creating world peace. Ultimately peace is something we cultivate within, and then we witness it’s material manifestation without. It is not [...]

What’s it like to do 108 sun salutations in a row?

Mention doing 108 sun salutations in a row to most people, even regularly practicing yogis, and their eyes widen as their mind says “No way!” Yes way! Not only can your average yoga practitioner easily complete 108 sun salutations, but it’s such an energizing practice, that at the end of 108, some people actually feel [...]