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OUR VIBe
A neighbourly space to breath and move mindfully in the community of others.
Culture of Care
We are guided by the principle of non-harming (ahimsa) and orient towards community (kula)
We approach each member of this community with a spirit of dignity and mutual humanity.
We honor an individual’s agency and promote their empowerment through the offerings we share.
We welcome authenticity and presence.
Accessible & Inclusive
We celebrate the complexities of the human condition and aim to provide offerings to meet a spectrum of needs.
Studio is wheelchair accessible, specialised classes for ACC sensitive claims, pregnancy and postnatal, access to low-cost options, equipment to support variation, online library, and venue hire.
Diversity
We honor wellbeing frameworks and traditions from around the world including Yoga, Eastern philosophy, Indigenous nature-based perspectives and modern Western systems.
Our teachers blend their lived experiences and learned traditions to share integrated offerings (traditional and modern) which we hope will resonate with our community.
Meet the team
Raquel Minh - Studio Director
Stu Larsen - Studio Manager
Learn more about each of our teachers at Kanuka Yoga Space. Each of our team members offer their own unique guidance for each of our class styles.
Acknowledgement
to South Asians
We want to send deep gratitude to our many amazing South Asian Kanuka Yoga Space community members. We acknowledge South Asians are the original wisdom keepers of the yogic tradition and the embodied knowledge which resides deep within you is celebrated here. It’s an honour to hold space for you, witnessing your practice, and learning so much from your presence on the mat.
There’s a reclamation of indigenous and ancient traditions. And we’re honoured to walk alongside you as you remember your roots.
In a modern and digital society - we are craving truly holistic systems that nourish our bodies, minds, and spirits. Yoga is one of the most accessible paths to address our wellbeing. A system which integrates movement and sound, breath, gratitude, and most importantly, community.
Yoga is a great practice to begin your own inquiry into what stirs your soul. Perhaps tapping into this ancient system, will remind you of the ancient wisdom that resides within you.
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Good to Know!
Please arrive 10 / 15 minutes early to your class.
Please remove your shoes before walking around the studio hard wood floors.
Once we flip the sign to read, 'Class In Session', please consider joining the next class.
Turn your phone off, or you can leave it in the car - digital detox!
Please check out our full Studio Etiquette guide to be best prepared for classes.
Our guidelines on Hands-On Adjustments - ask teacher first.
Teachers may decide to use: scent (palo santo or offer essential oil), sound (singing bowl, chime, music, chant/singing) Please reach out before class if you'd like us to consider accomodating your needs around scent or sound.
Online Classes
We have a Premium On-Demand Video Library of Yoga Classes - click here.
We have a free YouTube Channel with free, on-demand yoga classes - click here.
Location:
We are conveniently located for residents of West Auckland all the way to the North Shore; close motorway access via Brigham Creek Road. Opposite Hobsonville Primary School, and you'll notice MidPoint Cafe on the corner.
You can find Kanuka Yoga towards the back of the complex; ground-floor, corner-end unit. Our parking options.
How To Book:
Please book on our website (view our schedule) or on the Momence App (Apple or Android) We suggest searching for Kanuka Yoga Space and adding us to your Favourites ❤️ for easy access to our schedule. Walk-ins are always welcome, but we do encourage you to book ahead of time. Sign-in is easy! Class sign-in opens 15 minutes before classes start.
All passes are non-refundable and non-transferrable and cannot be put on hold (exception for overseas leave and injury leave).
Pass Expiration Guidelines:
All passes have an expiry on them.
Our casual classes will expire 28 days from purchase, and our 10 Class Packs will expire 4 months after your first class using that pass. We are happy to talk about an extension to your pass, and our guidelines are that if you're willing to pick up another pass with us, then we can extend your previous pass.
During regular business working hours (Mon-Fri - 9am-5pm) please use the street parking options available; Hobsonville Road, Dowdens Lane and Workspace Drive. Kanuka Yoga has 3x designated parking spots - limited availability.
Outside of regular business hours (i.e. before 9am, after 5pm and weekends) there's more options for parking - including most pre-designated spots within the car park. To learn more, click here.
Momence Fees:
Online purchases through Momence will incur a 2.9% charge + $0.30 per successful card charge transaction fee.
Email hello@kanukayoga.co.nz for more information on payment and to arrange a bank transfer.
Cancellations:
Please cancel your booking at least two hours before class if you can't make it. Or, only pre-book when you are 100% you can make it. Class may not be returned onto pass with late notice.
Receive 20% off our normal prices when you auto-pay month-to-month for an unlimited pass, or you can auto-pay every three months for an even better price. You can start anytime, with zero lock-in contracts. Chat to us in the studio, call or email hello@kanukayoga.co.nz for more details and to sign-up.
New Students:
Check out more information for new students here.
What To Bring:
Something comfortable to wear, and some water.
You are likely to raise your internal heat in our power flows.
For slow flow and restorative/yin, you may want to bring something warm to wear.
We do encourage you to bring your own mat, however studio mats, bolsters, blocks and straps are available for all our yogis.
Can I Bring My Kid Along To Class?
Our regular weekly yoga classes are kid-free. Please reach out first if you'd like your teenager to join. Please click here to learn more.
Facilities:
There is one bathroom with a toilet.
We recommend coming along ready to flow, however you will have privacy if you need it.
Water and tea will always be provided.
Studio Hire:
Our space is available during the day when classes are not scheduled and mostly Saturday and Sunday afternoon and evenings. Please send us an email if you’re interested in using our studio for your event.
Teaching:
We love meeting new teachers and are happy to consider you for our regular classes, substitute, or specialty workshops. Please reach out and connect with us.