Welcome to Yoga with Karla Brodie at The Contemporary Yoga Centre. Located in Remuera, Auckland, this studio and education centre offers a holistic approach to yoga, wellness, and personal growth. Karla Brodie, an experienced teacher with nearly three decades of practise, leads weekly classes and courses starting in January.
Yoga is a timeless art and science of being present in the moment with vivid aliveness. Through consistent practise, individuals can deepen their understanding of themselves, others, and the environment. The goal is to return to our original state of equilibrium and interconnectedness with all of life, experiencing ease and grace even during difficult times.
Karla Brodie's teaching approach is practical and intuitive, leading students to a deeper experiential understanding of breath, posture, and movement. She offers a range of classes, including Restorative Yoga, beginners courses, private lessons, workplace wellness programmes, residential yoga retreats, and yoga teacher trainings. Karla's teachings extend beyond Auckland, as she conducts trainings and retreats throughout New Zealand.
The Contemporary Yoga Centre was established in 2015 with a vision to offer a sustainable and comprehensive approach to weekly yoga practise. The centre aims to serve a diverse community, providing a welcoming environment for individuals of all backgrounds. Inclusivity is emphasised, and the centre even offers free weekly wellness classes for those living with cancer and chronic illness.
With a focus on fundamentals, the centre offers beginner-friendly classes that help students develop a subtle and refined approach to breathing, sitting, standing, and moving well. All teachers at the centre are qualified and skilled in understanding the body's form and function, and they can collaborate with healthcare providers to support individuals with specific health conditions.
Classes at the Contemporary Yoga Centre are personalised and intimate, with a maximum of 14 students per class or course to optimise learning. Participants in these classes develop agility, resilience, mindfulness, and a deeper understanding of easeful, functional, and graceful movements. The classes incorporate elements of deep rest and meditation to support individuals in their everyday lives.
One of Karla Brodie's specialisations is Restorative Yoga, which is a powerful practise for deep relaxation and restoration of the mind and body. In these classes, yoga postures are practised with complete support from blankets and bolsters. This practise serves as a positive antidote to high levels of stress and fatigue. Karla has been teaching Restorative Yoga for 24 years throughout Auckland and co-facilitates retreats and teacher trainings in this nourishing approach.
If you aspire to become a yoga teacher, the Contemporary Yoga Teacher Training is a comprehensive and internationally accredited programme. With the intention of providing an integrated approach to the art of teaching, the programme offers a 200-hour foundation course and specialist trainings. Karla Brodie is one of the founders of this training programme and brings her wealth of experience and innovation to the curriculum.
Whether you are new to yoga or an experienced practitioner, Yoga with Karla Brodie at The Contemporary Yoga Centre offers a welcoming space for personal growth, wellness, and community. Visit their website for the full centre schedule and take the first step towards deepening your yoga practise and enriching your life.