This Saturday, 18th September 2021 I am joining Yoga Alliance International to meditate for world Peace. I feel it is such a beautiful concept, to connect with other likeminded people and channel our positive energy. This is the group I did my initial Yoga Teacher Training with so feels important to me. It was a … More Meditate for World Peace
Waiohine Gorge Road, Wairarapa “Why just survive when you can thrive!” Whether you are a returning guest or trying something new, this retreat is sure to please. The yoga is suitable for all levels of experience, from complete beginners to experienced yogis. Thrive retreat centre is nestled at the base of the Tararua Forest Park. … More Thrive Retreat
December 3rd-5th 2021 Near Martinborough Reserve your place now on this luxurious yoga retreat 3rd-5th December 2021. Places are strictly limited to a maximum of 14 guests. Yoga and meditation sessions are suitable for all levels of experience, including complete beginners right through to advanced yogis. Located in the rural paradise of Longbush, only a … More Luxury Yoga Retreat
Taking time to notice what’s going on, allowing for the pause between action and response can be beneficial both on and off the mat. In yoga asana practise, the rebound time between postures is a good place to pause and notice what is going on in the body. How often do we really pay attention … More Allow for the Pause
Yesterday evening I was fortunate enough to go to the workshop ‘Creating Balance and Resilience’ with Swami Karma Karuna in Masterton, Wairarapa. Swami Karuna, founder of the Anahata yoga retreat, had much knowledge to share, spending her life dedicated to the search of creating balance within. Everything Swami KK spoke of struck a chord within … More Creating balance by getting grateful
Today I started my day with a gratitude meditation. Woah, what a way to start the day. Meditate, feel great. It really works! I used a guided meditation from https://yogainternational.com/ this morning but really, if you want to get going just google ‘gratitude meditation’ and there’s plenty out there to choose from. A gratitude meditation … More Gratitude Meditation
Pencil the date 12th June in your diary for a Wairarapa day retreat. If you fancy spending a day immersed in; yin-yoga, relaxation, nourishing food and art therapy as a form of meditation then this is your perfect opportunity. Take the journey inward. Yoga suitable for all levels, from complete beginner to advanced. No art … More Save the date – 12th June 2021
It’s hard to believe this was four years ago. I just came across this photo, I can’t believe it’s been four years already! Time has flown by. I mean, just look at that photo of me! Hope you’ll forgive the hair, it was hot, humid and plenty of mosquitoes too (that explains the scarf). I … More Yoga Teacher Training and so much more
Yoga with Em 