AWHI Yoga & Wellbeing

09/11/2025

Did you know loneliness is linked to nearly 100 deaths per HOUR?

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), loneliness and social isolation are also linked to an increased risk of stroke, heart disease, diabetes, cognitive decline and other health issues. Conversely, social connection is known to protect and enhance our quality of life by reducing inflammation, anxiety and depression, fostering stronger mental health & strengthening the social fabric. Social connection makes communities healthier, safer and more resilient.

This upcoming season is all about connection — the medicine that can help keep us steady when the going gets tough. Lean on & into your AWHI whānau, especially if the holiday season is a time of struggle for you...we've got you!

Who in our yoga whānau has supported or inspired you this year? Tag them below and share the love 💚

09/11/2025

November's coming and going!

Save the date for our 4th Annual End-of-Year Celebration & Re-birthday party on Sunday, 7th December! We've also linked you to our Secret Santa sign-up, and details on our clothing & book exchange, too. Read on for all the details as we wrap up another year together at the whare! ❤

November | Whiringa-ā-rangi AWHI Monthly Newsletter Ka pū te ruha, ka hao te rangatahi. As the old net withers, a new one is made. Kia ora e te whānau, Hoping this newslet

04/11/2025

☔ NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS ☔
Busy season, we know! But that doesn't have to mean giving up on the practices that keep you balanced and fulfilled. We've got a few options this month for keeping you on track - nothing overwhelming here, but enough to incentivise a continued investment in your SELF! 💚

So what's on:

🍃 1-30th Nov: 30 DAY INTENTIONAL CHALLENGE - It's not too late to join! Complete 25+ classes & go in the draw to win a 3-month unlimited AWHI studio membership (value $414)! Complete 20+ to win a 1-month unlimited AWHI studio membership (value $180). Complete 16+ & go in the draw for a special prize pack! Earn double ticks for attending any of the special events listed in this post, as well! Special November Challenge Unlimited Monthly Pass for $150!

🍃 Fri, 6th Nov, 7-8:30pm: YOGA NIDRA w/ - The yoga of sleep returns on the first Friday of every month, delivered as a 90 min guided meditation done lying down. Pure bliss - the ultimate reset! Members Free or $25/$20 Casual Drop In

🍃 Sat, 15th Nov, 12-2pm: FOUNDATIONS TO VITALITY with .nz - This online webinar facilitated by AWHI kaiako and naturopath Mel Rivard supports our ongoing kaupapa this Spring: preventing end-of-year-burnout! This interactive, supportive online workshop is designed to help you nourish and build your vitality in and beyond the busy season ahead! The best part is you can participate from anywhere! $45 / 20% off AWHI members.

🍃 Sundays, 3-4pm: PILATES - Our Sunday afternoon Pilates rotation has been going well so keep turning up! 🔥🔥🔥

🍃 Sunday 10am Koha Class continues to support Mental Health Foundation

03/11/2025

30/10/2025

TIMETABLE CHANGES FOR SUNDAY, 2ND NOVEMBER

We have a reduced timetable on Sunday, as the studio will be hosting our 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Graduation Ceremony.

Classes running on Sunday:
8:30am Hot Yoga Flow
10am Koha Heated Flow

Classes cancelled:
3pm Pilates
4:30pm Yin
6:30pm Conscious Dance

Our normal timetable resumes Monday, 3rd November.

Ngā mihi nui for your understanding, which enables us to celebrate the monumental achievement undertaken by this year's rōpū 💚

29/10/2025

🏅He hauora te taonga — health is our wealth 🏅

If wellbeing is our taonga, how are you treasuring it this month?

Our upcoming 30 Day Intentional Challenge is a chance to recommit to your hauora, one practice at a time.

Are you in? What would you hope to gain or nurture over 30 days on the mat?

28/10/2025

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Creating an environment where people can both be challenged and deeply soothed is at the heart of what we do...so it means a lot to know that you feel guided, supported and encouraged to listen to your own needs at any given moment!

We love having you all in the space — thanks, as always, for the aroha and for being part of our community!

27/10/2025

Celebrate The Day of the Dead with us on Sat, 1st Nov, 7-9pm at 💀

Dias de los Mu***os is a time for honouring our ancestors and loved ones recently passed passed. Facilitated by , this special evening will feature storytelling, an ofrenda (altar), cacao ceremony, live music and connection

🗓 Saturday 1 November, 7pm -9pm
📍 AWHI Yoga & Wellbeing - Level 2, 15 Johnston Street, Wellington CBD.
💳 Adult - $55; Children under 16 years old - $35

Feel free to bring photos of your beloved ones that have passed away, fruits and flowers or anything that your beloved ones valued / loved when they were here with us to place on the ofrenda (altar).

Dress comfortably; all mats, props, blankets and herbal tea provided!

Haere mai, bienvenidos! Everyone is welcome!

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24/10/2025

REDUCED TIMETABLE!

We honour Labour Day by putting just one of us to work 💪 🤣

Monday, 27th October
10am-11:30am Heated Flow

Normal timetable resumes Tuesday!

24/10/2025

🎒 STUDENT PRICING 🎒

Did you know we offer special discounted pricing for Students? Full-time enrolled students receive 20% off our casual class passes and autopay memberships, which give you access to the nearly 40 yoga, Pilates & meditation classes we run each week!*

We offer the same 20% discounted pricing for Gold Card and Community Services Card holders, as well. These pricing options can't be purchased online, so either drop in with a valid ID prior to class or email kiaora@awhiyoga.co.nz to set it up!

See you on the mat!

*Discounted pricing excludes our prenatal yoga classes.

22/10/2025

💨 CLASSES CANCELLED AFTER 12:15PM FOR THURS, 23 OCT 💨

We probably don't need to explain why...

Our last class today is 12:15pm Align, which is also the final class for at AWHI! All remaining classes on the timetable have been cancelled... Stay home and safe, whānau!

What to do with the day?

AWHI co-owner has recommended you watch 'Ayurveda: The Art of Being (2001)' documentary, which you can stream for free on Youtube. Fellow co-owner recommends doing anything other than that, unless you want your eyeballs to fall out and/or spend the day over-analysing how badly the wind is affecting your vata imbalance. Although, she says, if you've got a nice bottle of red nearby to keep things lively it might not be such a bad choice. Elsewhere on the planet, AWHI co-owner .pascall is likely wind surfing at Lyall Bay and living his best day of the year, which none of us here at AWHI are recommending!

What will YOU do now that Wellington's been cancelled for the day? Would love to know in the comments below! 👇👇👇