Kalyan Yoga offers accessible, authentic and heart-opening yoga in Nelson, and meditation workshops and retreats throughout New Zealand.
Offerings
Drop-in Hatha Yoga
We offer Hridaya Hatha Yoga in Nelson. This is a form of classical hatha yoga practiced in a contemplative style. We often describe this style as meditation in motion.
In these Hatha Yoga classes we’ll practice different physical postures (āsana) to bring the body into alignment and energetic balance.
Silent Meditation Retreats
A Silent Meditation Retreat creates the ideal conditions for revealing and experiencing the peace of the Heart. This is an invitation to connect with the joy and simplicity of Being.
Kalyan Yoga: Module 1
Unfolding over 10 weeks, Module 1 is an artful blend of practice, theory, and philosophy that gives you a holistic experience of authentic yoga. It’s an invitation to meet yourself on a new level and explore your inner depths.
Fundamentals of Meditation
Join us for a full day workshop designed to teach you all the necessary tools to start your own meditation practice. Ideal for beginners and experienced meditators who want to expand and develop their practice.
Introduction to Self-inquiry
The Self-inquiry method of Ramana Maharshi is a very direct practice for Self-revelation. Join us for an Introduction to Self-inquiry where we hope to deepen your understanding of his teachings.
Follower: “Which way should I follow?”
Ramana Maharshi: “Go back the way you came.”
Our Philosophy
Defining ‘yoga’ in an all-encompassing way is not simple. There are many branches, overlapping aspects, philosophies, practices and nuances that fall under the umbrella of yoga.
The Sanskrit root of ‘yoga’ is ‘yuj’ meaning to ‘yoke’, ‘bind’ or ‘join together’, also indicating ‘oneness’ and/or ‘union’. At the deepest spiritual level, yoga is about revealing our essential nature.
Through Self-revelation we realise that there is no separation between anyone or anything – everything is One. This tenet of yoga is known as ‘advaita’, meaning ‘non-duality’.
The profundity of Oneness is not something that can be truly understood by the rational mind. The yogic path is principally based on direct knowledge and for most people this involves the regular practice of yogic techniques that purify the body and mind, such as meditation and hatha yoga.
This is very much the spirit in which we practice and share at Kalyan Yoga. We hope you feel inspired to learn meditation and yoga with us.
“What we are looking for, is what is looking.”
-St Francis of Assisi-
Testimonials
Adam and Sabina are wonderful, insightful teachers who share from the heart.
I attended one of their 2 day workshops on the fundamentals of meditation, where we were introduced to the wonders of this practice. They provided us with a friendly and nurturing space in which to learn and I hope to be a part of another workshop in the future. Thank you!
Elle, Manchester
They spoke from their heart and that is the most beautiful way and technique to learn from someone.
The way that Adam and Sabina explained each meditation technique was absolutely brilliant. It was clear and easy but with a very deep knowledge. The level between theoretical and practical matters was ideal to all of us (beginners and with experience). Adam and Sabina are so genuine and peaceful human beings, with so much light that they spread to all of us.
Cecilia, Macclesfield
Sabina and Adam are passionate, insightful teachers of meditation and yoga.
In their Fundamentals of Meditation workshop, they shared some of what they’ve learned from their vast experience, but remain humble and open to discussion and questions. I appreciated their grounded approach and ability create the right balance of meditation, sharing teachings, discussion and breaks. I left feeling uplifted and inspired and I look forward to attending more of their classes/workshops.
Holly, Totnes, Devon
Our Musings
Impermanence – A Gateway to Liberation
Anitya or impermanence is a very powerful and profound teaching of the Buddha….
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