HG Yoga

17/11/2025

I’ve been reflecting on the word I chose for 2025, despite struggling initially to remember what it was 😳. However during the night it popped into my head - reset!! And wow have I achieved that. I’ve done so much to reset and the biggest is being true to myself which we would think all yogi people do but we are all human and living within societal constraints and expectations. I’m feeling so energised heading into 2026.

I’ve booked a date for the last weekend in January to hold a workshop to do some visioning for 2026. Set your word, identify what you want from 2026. Let’s get energised for 2026.

Setting a word for the year is something i have been doing for a number od years now and something i know a lot of you do as well.

More details coming.

19/10/2025

Love this as during the week there was a focus on twisting and how to get deep into this.

https://www.facebook.com/share/17ZbqaeQ65/?mibextid=wwXIfr

16/10/2025

I am currently building my schedule for next year and have found some great venues for half-day retreats (Rest and Restore) and weekend retreats so watch this space.

"Save the dates" for a weekend retreat in May and September next year, possibly December this year if there is enough interest. I will also be running a "Goal setting/Vision boarding" half-day work in Jan/Feb.

"Save the date" for a trip to Sedona in 2027, dates tbc but likely a week in the period from July to October. I am taking indications of interest for this as I think this could be a really special trip - a week in the energy of Sedona is the best.

As I finalise dates over the next couple of weeks, and hopefully have my website up, they will all be on there.

Happy Alignment October.
Alignment in yoga is far more than following textbook instructions or striving for aesthetic perfection. It is a practice of self-care, awareness, and respect for the body’s unique structure.

04/10/2025

And another one. I saw this yesterday and prompts worked somewhat. I’m feeling the strong call for an alignment workshop.

04/10/2025

this popped up in my feed today and outlines the prompts I provided in my classes yesterday as we think more deeply about alignment; therefore, getting the most out of our poses / asana.

Resisting alignment distorts the benefits we can get from yoga. Learning to adapt and making more use of props to get into your alignment can really help deepen your practice.

30/09/2025

October is all about alignment and what better time to reflect on why alignment is important in yoga. Let's get aligned and transform. A few reminders of why it's important below.

Yoga, an ancient practice rooted in physical, mental, and spiritual disciplines, is celebrated for its transformative effects on the body and mind. Within the multitude of yoga traditions and styles, alignment stands out as a foundational principle. It refers to the precise way in which the body should be positioned in each pose (asana) to maximise benefits and minimise risks.

Alignment in yoga refers to the optimal placement of the body’s bones and joints in each pose. It is not about achieving a “perfect” shape, but about finding a version of the pose that is safe and accessible for each individual. Good alignment takes into account anatomical differences, flexibility, strength, and personal comfort, allowing practitioners to experience the full benefits of each asana.

Taking this approach we:
- prevent injury
- improve the effectiveness of the poses from the flow of energy to strength and flexibility
- build greater body awareness and cultivates a deeper connection between mind and body on and off the mat
- supports progression through establishing a really strong foundation.

for example starting with standing - take 10 minutes. :-)

03/09/2025

I’m starting to plan workshops and retreats over the next 18 months, including an overseas retreat (keeping the location quiet for now) but keen to know what people are interested in. Give me your thoughts and .. let’s see if they match mine 😁🙏

02/09/2025

Not that we do this version often in class these days but a confirmation that it is an asana 😁🙏. I often get the ‘you’re joking’ reaction 👍🏻. Nite that they zoomed in on the person able to get up into the pose / it’s not easy

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJ6OGt5yovB/?igsh=eXNsZGdrNWdtNjhu

10/08/2025

Here’s the truth. Have read this quote a few times in yoga classes.

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1192213949611224&id=100064678900582&mibextid=wwXIfr

So why not give it a go, now…

20/07/2025

Too funny

https://www.facebook.com/reel/948766730560967/?mibextid=wwXIfr

29/06/2025

It's a week of freedom ahead so dig deep. Sirius, our spiritual sun will be activated. just as the sun we know warms us, the sirius warms our soul. It's a time to release limitations and express our true selves - so let's go. Make a wish and spread it in the wind.

Yoga practice this week will be focused on activating this energy.

Monday - 7.15pm at Wild Wellbeing
Wednesday - 6.30am at Newlands CityFitness
Friday - 6.30am at Thorndon CityFitness
Saturday - 9.00am at Wild Wellbeing
Sunday - 8.15am and 9.30am at Kapiti CityFitness; and 4.00pm at Thorndon CityFitness

And very excited personally as we enter this week - my last week of my day job. woop, woop. a bit of dancing in the lounge this morning.

29/06/2025

Yoga retreat wrapped up and so thankful for the amazing people who I get to share this with and big thanks to my daughter Sophie stepping up and doing the sustenance.

A good mix of kundalini, breathwork and power and good humour.

Loved the eye masks - recommend 🥰. Beautiful aromatherapy pulse oils by Sara Williams.