Welcome to Vida Yoga
Join a supportive yoga community. Inperson classes are located in Seacliff. Online classes are also available on demand at anytime in our video library. Join now to continue or begin your journey of slow mindful yoga.
Slow Mindful Yoga
Slow mindful yoga is a gentle yet very effective form of yoga. Each class begins preparing the mind and the body with simple breathing and centering exercises and gentle movements.
Then you will move onto the more dynamic part of the practice where you will enjoy a variety of poses and flowing movements. These include poses to build strength in the entire body, improve range of movement and release tension. Core strength is a focus in most classes. We learn to truly connect with our deep abdominals and then progressively strengthen the full range of core muscles.
At least one balancing pose is always included in the classes. Balances are challenging but are an essential life skill. You will finish your practice with a brief relaxation to absorb the benefits of the physical practice.
Kristy Manuel IYTA (Dip)
A life-long love for movement and encouraging others, teaching yoga for over 20 years with qualifications that are of the highest standard. Bringing to the classes experience as a dancer and group fitness leader, taking great delight in helping others reach your personal goals to live a happier and healthier life.
Initial Yoga Teaching Diploma was through the highly regarded International Yoga Teachers Association, completing a number of post graduate courses including further anatomy and physiology training and most recently slow mindful yoga teacher training and a certificate in Ayurveda. Also a member of Pelvic Health Professionals. Dedicated to continued learning in all aspects of yoga to be able to provide the safest, most effective and enjoyable classes possible, taking a fresh approach to the fundamental principles of this ancient science called yoga.
Mother of two lovely children and has experienced the calming and strengthening benefits of yoga for herself with over 25 years practicing yoga.
Testimonials
"Kristy works hard to ensure everyone can be accommodated at their own level, from the very beginner to the most experienced yogi, and has plenty of options to help you feel as comfortable as possible."
NICOLE
"If you’ve always wanted to try yoga or are looking for a new well presented online class, these are the most accessible, non threatening and downright lovely classes I’ve ever done."
GEMMA
"Regular yoga sessions at Vida Yoga have been incredibly beneficial to my mind, body and soul. I spend many hours a day in front of a computer and yoga has completely alleviated the back and neck problems."
JULIE