Pure Yoga
Helping Humans to find Health, Happiness & Harmony through Yoga
Welcome to Pure Yoga - A thriving community yoga space based on the North Shore in Auckland.
Our classes and courses are grounded in time-tested yogic principles and tailored for modern bodies and minds.
Held in our peaceful Torbay home studio, offerings are intentionally small and personal. Whether you're starting fresh, easing back into practice, or seeking to go deeper, you'll find clear guidance, systematic progression, and a steady rhythm that honours the natural world.
Auckland Yoga classes & courses
At Pure Yoga, we offer thoughtfully curated classes and short courses that blend traditional yogic wisdom with practical tools.
Alongside our weekly classes, we offer a rich tapestry of community events, immersive workshops, specialty courses, and teacher trainings for those ready to deepen their journey. Our annual Bali retreats and visits to the source of Yoga at the Bihar School of Yoga in India invite you to explore yoga as a lifestyle and a spiritual path to reconnect with something timeless.
Meditation for Modern Minds
Restorative & Yoga Nidra
Foundations of Hatha
Mantra & Hatha
Expand self awareness & thrive in life
At Pure Yoga, our classes include a holistic blend of classical practices complete with asana, pranayama, meditation & lifestyle integration.
Explore & embody the best fit Yoga tools that work for you.
By building a community of practitioners we become co-travellers on the path, accessing the richness of the Yoga tradition.
Sannyasi Pragyadhara
Director Pure Yoga NZ
Reawaken your body, calm your mind, nourish your spirit
Come home to yourself through the wisdom of authentic Yoga
Frequently asked questions
What if I have already trained as a Yoga Teacher under a different style or emphasis?
No problem if you are prepared to bridge yourself into the Bihar Yoga methods & techniques and would like to deepen into more of the energetics of practice & lifestyle integration tools.
Joining a block of Pure Yoga courses either online or in person over a 6 - 12 mth period would prepare you for the training.
What if I'm new to Yoga can I still do this training?
Yes, if you are sincere in your approach to learning Yoga & building towards personal practice integration then you can apply. Joining a Pure Yoga online or in person course over a period of 6 - 12 mths would be a good preparation.
What kind of background would I need to undertake this training?
Ideally you are familiar with the main methods and techniques of the Bihar Yoga Tradition. A classical yoga based system with an emphasis on cultivating a meditative awareness in practice and extending practice into sadhana & yogic lifestyle applications.
Joining a block of Pure Yoga courses either online or in person over a 6 - 12 mth period would prepare you for the training.
I've been practicing different styles of Yoga can I sign up for this training?
Yes, you can if you are able to bridge across to the Bihar Yoga methods & techniques for grounding into them. After completing 6 - 12 mths of courses & training with Pure Yoga you will be well prepared to join us.
What will I take away from the Yoga Nidra training with Pure Yoga?
At Pure Yoga, our Yoga Nidra training goes beyond just teaching the practice; you will take away a deep understanding of the philosophy and science behind Yoga Nidra, as well as the ability to guide others through the practice with confidence and skill.
You will learn how to create and hold a safe space for your clients, offering them a practice that facilitates deep relaxation, healing & meditation.
Our training focuses on practical applications of this versatile technique & trains you in how to deliver it to foster a meditative state in your students.
Additionally, you will receive ongoing support and resources from our community, enabling you to continue growing and refining your practice long after the training is over.
What is involved in the home practice component of the Yoga Nidra Teachers' Training?
The home practice component of the Yoga Nidra Teachers' Training with Pure Yoga is designed to deepen your understanding and experience of Yoga Nidra first and foremost.
You will be provided with guided recordings before you begin the training and after the immersion. Integration is an essential component of your learning. Instructing others in Yoga Nidra & receiving personalized feedback from our experienced teachers.
You will develop a strong foundation for personal and professional growth in Yoga Nidra.
How is the class Restorative?
This class uses gentle Hatha poses both in a supported way for deeper release and as stand alone asanas.
A series of practices are selected & sequenced for you. The sequences target tight shoulders & neck, weak areas in the body & focus on spinal health & integrated breathing.
Close attention & guidance for using the breath in different ways is taught progressively.
Guided Relaxation is included at the end, sometimes Yoga Nidra for a longer experience. This class is particularly good for busy people who need to let go and find a nurturing space for themselves. Beginners, recovering from injuries, pregnancy, getting back to the mat - this is the one for you.
Are the restorative classes suitable for beginners?
Yes, for entry level students or newbies this course is recommended.
Restorative classes typically include an internalisation sequence that develops the skill of being able to consciously relax & let go. The sequence can be learned & eventually embodied through direct experience. The class also includes supported Hatha poses which are held longer creating space for the breath to work its way through tight muscles & tissues.
Breath awareness is an essential component of these classes and various techniques are included designed for effects such as tranquilizing, altering brain wave activity and building alertness whilst relaxed. A perfect wind down after a busy day setting you up for the best sleep ever!
What type of relaxation do you teach?
Yoga Nidra is an ancient & profound form of relaxation derived from the body of Tantra (The parent science of Yoga). Yoga Nidra is a systematic progressive technique that is safe and highly effective at inducing deep relaxation. The deeper stages of the practice are designed to bring out the root causes of tension and build a specific skillset that helps to release & eventually let go of them.
How can I best prepare for the Yoga Nidra Teachers Training?
Once you enrol in the training you will be provided with audio recordings for the practice to use on a daily basis. This will embed the practice at an experiential level which is a critical factor when it comes to conveying the practice to others.
It is highly recommended that you join an existing Yoga Nidra course being taught by Pure Yoga building up practice experience and keeping a journal of your insights & learning.
Recommended readings will be provided in the info booklet.
Is the Yoga Studio near me?
Pure Yoga is based on the North Shore in Auckland & teaches local and online classes via zoom, with access to recordings for registered students.
If I am a registered Yoga Teacher can I claim Professional Development points
Yes, this course is registered with Yoga Alliance under my YCEP profile
Are the classes suitable for Beginners?
Yes, Pure Yoga offers local and online beginner yoga courses for those new to Yoga. Courses focus on building foundational skills in alignment and conscious breathing. Courses are designed for newcomers over a series of weeks which allows for individual attention and practices that build confidence, flexibility, mobility and strength. These courses will set you up to progress further into the Hatha system and to be able to continue at home if that is your goal. For entry level students the Restorative yoga and Yoga Nidra courses are the best fit.
What is included in the Yoga Classes?
Each class is holistic in nature including physical postures (Asana), guided breathing (Pranayama) & Meditation components. Pure Yoga is passionate about supporting people to integrate Yoga into daily life so shares tips and resources to help you build sustainable tools.
Does Pure Yoga offer Teachers Training?
Yes, Pure Yoga has been training teachers for the last 10 years in the classical based Hatha, Raja, Mantra, Bhakti Yoga systems, mentoring students and is currently the Program Advisor for Kawai Purapura Yoga School (RYS), 200 Hr & 500 Hr Programs.
Do you run Yoga classes outside of Auckland?
Yes, Pure Yoga travels to locations around NZ bringing speciality workshops, masterclasses & yogic lifestyle events to communities, Yoga studios & corporate settings.
What type of meditation do you teach?
Pure Yoga is grounded in years of meditation practice and training in the classical forms of meditation that are aimed at building the specific skills of meditation and extending these into everyday life so that transformation occurs in a gradual yet lasting way.
The techniques include both dynamic and static forms of meditation that prepare the body and mind for inner work. Specific techniques that help to embody relaxation, stillness, witnessing the mind, utilizing breath and energy include; Yoga Nidra, Body stillness, Steady Gazing (Trataka), Inner silence (Antar Mouna). How to use a mala for meditation and gaining a clear understanding of different energy systems and its influence on mental patterns (Vrittis, Samskaras).
What format does the meditation class take?
The classes begin & end with centering in the present moment. Yoga Nidra a deep relaxation practice and one that embeds the essential skills of meditation is used to release tension. A seated meditation practice follows which builds and hones awareness from the gross (body) to more subtle layers of your being (mind, prana & subtle bodies).
What aspects of Meditation are included?
The essential skills of meditation are highlighted in these courses, working to build up from simple to more complex. These skills are broken down each week and linked with lifestyle integration.
The techniques are the building blocks of these skills and vary from Yoga Nidra to body based meditation. Some techniques include breath & energy as the main focus. More advanced practices work more directly with the mind & psychic bodies.
Where is your studio located?
Pure Yoga Home studio is located in Torbay, Long Bay on the North Shore of Auckland.
It is a fully equipped studio space next to the ocean with high quality Manduka Yoga Mats, custom hand-made bolsters, blankets & meditation cushions. Pure Yoga strives to source eco friendly, natural based products and support local businesses.
Do you offer one to one yoga guidance?
Yes, Pure Yoga has experience working with clients with health challenges, psycho-somatic based imbalances, anxiety, depression, common injuries, beginners through to advanced practitioners. I have trained Yoga teachers since 2009. I combine my vast yogic knowledge and experience plus 20 years of dedicated practice and yogic living to create a session that works for you.
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