Our Yoga style
Yoga classes at Kia Kaha Studios are about taking what you need and leaving what you do not. We embrace the heat and guide you through a unique and holistic practice with world-class instructors that are diverse, welcoming and open.
We are different from most and create a yoga experience that has evolved and is inspired from traditional practices without prescribing to any specific style.
Our contemporary studio offers natural light through surrounding windows, complimentary mats and blocks, sweat and shower towels to ensure you can travel as light as possible and have a real boutique experience.
Our classes will always be different even though there is a common framework. We like to let our instructors use their knowledge and creativity to mix things up and make your practice different, every time.
Our styles are based on the principles of breath – pranayama, movement – asana and awareness – meditation. These are the foundation blocks of our 4 styles which welcome from beginners through to experienced yogis.
The benefits of a warm practice
Our room is set at a warm temperature ranging from 23˚C to 30˚C.
We like the summer temperatures as they provoke sweating, helping the body flush toxins from the skin and improving your lymphatic system.
The heat will also allow you to go a little bit more deeply and safely into your posture while elevating your heart rate, increasing your metabolism, allowing your blood vessels to become more flexible and making your body work harder. It is a great way to develop strength, flexibility and tone as well as improving breathing, circulation and increasing blood flow to the limbs. You will feel that amazing endorphin rush after completing a sweat session and you will leave your session feeling like you can take over the world!
PRE AND POST YOGA TIPS
Stay Hydrated
It is very important that you drink plenty of water before, during and after your yoga practice with us. The room is kept at a warm temperature, so you will sweat more than in other classes and it can become very easy to dehydrate. Bring your own water bottle to have easy access to water throughout your practice.
Avoid eating too much or too little prior to practice
Light snacks are where it`s at. While you need to properly fuel your body before practice, heavy foods like dairy are not recommended. Foods with high water content such as watermelon or sodium content like bananas, are great pre-yoga foods.
Listen to your body
Be mindful of your own body limitations. The heat can make you feel a little bit more flexible and looser than usual, so ensure you listen to your body and avoid any extreme trials. Time and practice will give you the opportunity to experiment safely.
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