by Jase Te Patu, Awhi Yoga & M3 Mindfulness for Children They say that the practice of yoga is a return to self, our true nature, a return home! Almost four years ago, I packed up my life in Australia and returned to Aotearoa to share my personal love and practice of yoga with our people. Little did I know that that decision was going to be the biggest yoga practice I had ever undertaken. I had fallen in love with yoga, since being in Australia. Yoga was my preferred way as a … [Read more...]
Amy Ippoliti on Why 60-Minute Yoga Classes Might Be Watering Down Yoga
by Lucinda Staniland Meet Amy Ippoliti—yoga teacher, author, earth activist and founder of 90 Monkeys, an online professional development school for yoga teachers. One of the first things I noticed when I watched this video interview with Amy was her irrepressible enthusiasm for the practice of yoga. Yes, there's no doubt in my mind that this woman loves yoga, and loves sharing it with the world. And yet, while Amy is incredibly open hearted and enthusiastic, she also cultivates a sharp … [Read more...]
The Hottest Yoga & Consciousness Festivals in NZ & Australia
By Lucinda Staniland & Kara-Leah Grant The explosion of yoga in the last decade has also seen an explosion of yoga festivals. Of course, festivals focused on consciousness have been happening for much longer - Prana Festival here in New Zealand had a 25 year history. While it is sadly no more, there are many other festivals that you can attend where you have a high chance of engaging with more conscious folk. This is a list of some of the festivals coming up over the summer festival … [Read more...]
Official Announcement: Wanderlust Festival is coming to New Zealand and Australia
by guest author Jonnie Halstead, Picnic Events See bottom of articles for dates & line-up for One Day events in 2014. I have an announcement to make, just for you; the loyal Yoga Lunchbox reader. If you haven’t heard of Wanderlust Festival, read my previous articles on hitting Wanderlust in the States. What I didn’t say previously, or couldn’t say for legal reasons, was that I have been in cahoots with the NY-based Wanderlust team for sometime and in fact it was they who invited me … [Read more...]
July 27: Christchurch, Therapeutic Yoga for the Spine and Pelvic Floor
Therapeutic Yoga for the spine and pelvic floor with Marina Locke. In the morning we will explore the function and movement of the spine, common problems and resolutions through yoga techniques. In the afternoon an in-depth study and practice of pelvic floor function and strengthening - go beyond Kegels! Each may be taken separately. For more information contact Marina on 021 871 818 or visit her website. … [Read more...]
May 19 – August 3: Nationwide, fundraising events for the Yoga In Prisons Trust
The Yoga Education in Prisons Trust have a variety of fundraising events coming up around New Zealand in May and August: May 19th: Youthline House, Ponsonby, Auckland Join us for a yoga class followed by a movie screening of Dharma Brothers. Starting at 5:30pm May 21st: The Dunedin Yoga studio, 492 Moray Place The Dunedin Yoga Studio will be hosting a Dharma Brothers movie night followed by Chai and Cake. Runs from 7.30pm - 9pm. Suggested donation $15. May 26th: Raglan Community … [Read more...]
April: New Zealand tour, Forty Days of Yoga Book Launch with Kara-Leah Grant
The New Zealand Tour, Forty Days of Yoga Book Launch with Kara-Leah Grant ***** March 29: Auckland, Kawai Purapura Retreat Centre, 12:30pm April 6: Wellington, Powa Centre, 1 Marion Street 5:30 - 6:30pm Kirtan 6:30 - 7:30pm Book reading and Q & A 7:30pm - onwards Vegetarian Potluck Entry: Koha for Powa Centre Dates TBC: Nelson April 19: Christchurch, Flow Hot Yoga 5 - 6pm Vinyasa Flow Class taught by Kara-Leah 6pm - 7:30pm Book Reading and Q & A Entry: Usual class … [Read more...]
March 29 – April 1: Auckland, International Yoga Conference and Festival
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to meet an outstanding selection of international yoga teachers and spiritual masters, again all at one time, all in one place. Over the four day festival you will have the chance to: Meet over 40 outstanding international yoga teachers and spiritual masters. Including those featured on The Yoga Lunchbox like Swami Muktidharma, Melissa Billington and Katie Lane. Extend your practice, teaching skills and understanding of yoga. There's even Paddleboard … [Read more...]
February 26th – April 30th: Johnsonville, Vyasa Yoga for Body and Mind
The Vyasa Basic Plus Yoga Course begins on February 26th and will include: Physical Postures and Sun Salutations For injury prevention and total body workout plus stimulation Breathing techniques Learn to breath the right way leading naturally towards meditation. Cyclic Meditation Technique DEEP rest induced in 30 mins – equivalent to more than 6 hours of good sleep. Reduces the number of hours of sleep needed and improves quality of sleep, very beneficial for people with … [Read more...]
How I Completed 500 Hours of Teacher Training In 6 Months and Stayed Sane
by guest author Kate Southward, Yogi's Basket At the beginning of Peter Jackson’s 2005 remake of King Kong there’s a scene where the savage natives tie up damsel-in-distress Naomi Watts as an offering. Then they bash repeatedly on a 3-meter wide gong calling to the beast to come and take his fill. The reverberating gong is haunting, loud and penetrating, as the sprinting monster smashing through the forest gets closer and closer to collect his prize. Eighteen months ago, I was that savage … [Read more...]