Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre

Sivananda Yoga Centre New Plymouth is an afiliated centre of the International SivanandaYoga Vedanta Organization with locations in over 30 countries. The style of yoga we share is mostly inspired by Swami Sivananda and Swami Vishnudevananda which have inspired many in the path of yoga and were instrumental in bringing yoga to the west. Teachers with various backgrounds bring their experience from different linages.

In 2007 Sivananda Yoga Centre New Plymouth opened its doors after Ram had finished his studies around different ashrams and it was time to settle back into his homeland. New Plymouth was the perfect setting after he had a great surf in Back Beach, he knew the search was over. Potti Swami, a priest from the organization, came from to bless the space and gave an official opening.

You can find a variety of styles to suit your purpose in our studio taught by a range of specialized techers. We offer mostly Hatha Yoga style, which is a traditional practice of yoga that uses asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing techniques) and relaxation to make the spine supple, promote circulation on all the organs, glands and tissues, and stretch and align the body promoting balance and flexibility.

Bhavani co-directs the centre and is a certified Sivananda Yoga Teacher and trained in Casa Shakti from Mexico in various yoga styles. She is also a Rainbow Yoga teacher for yoga for kids. As a former Achitect, her journey has unfolded into a more indepth study of Yoga becoming an integral aspect of her day to day life. She brings energy and nourturing presence to her classes.