Iyengar Yoga Dunedin News

ANZAC weekend and more

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:34:50 GMT

ANZAC

ANZAC weekend

Saturday class as normal: The best way to start your weekend either in person on online. 9:30-11:00am
Monday - ANZAC observed: There will be no lunch class, however the women's class will run as usual 5:30 - 6:45pm.

Spotlight on a local Dunedin business

In2Learning

Local maths and reading tutors: Established in 2012 this team are qualified, trained & stay up to date with education research.
Individualised learning plans: Each child's needs are taken care of.
Learning disorders: The team have a strong interest in these and actively look for new methods & research to help your child more.

Dear IYD community

April brings many public holidays, which while is lovely also can be a disruption to your routine if the classes you attend are affected by this.

The Saturday morning and women's class on Monday will go ahead as normal this ANZAC weekend. There will be no lunch class however.

I have a spotlight on a local business above as you will see. It's hard being a small business in the world today, and as IYD is a supportive community I hope to highlight small local businesses and hopefully bring more customers to their doors. Small business owners like me do what we do because of our passion for it, and are often hit hardest when world events take over. Lisa is one of our weekday morning yogi's, she constantly inspires us with her commitment in class. She shows us how working when in constant pain not only takes courage but deep self compassion. She teaches us how inspite of pain movement is very important. She uses the props with skill to support her body and to keep working in the class - a beautiful example of the brilliance of Iyengar Yoga in action. If you have little ones that need help with their learning, get in touch with Lisa and see what she can do to help.

Enjoy the ANZAC weekend, if April has been hard on your routine I look forward to seeing

you back soon.

Demelza

Demelza Campbell is the only Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher in Dunedin.

Only certified teachers are entitled to use the Iyengar name after years of vigorous training, study and passing international level exams.

It is the mark of excellence and dedication.

Phone: 0274 500 567

Email: demelza@iyengaryogadunedin.co.nz

Website: https://www.iyengaryogadunedin.co.nz

Otago Anniv, Easter Offerings & more

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:57:31 GMT

Easter weekend offerings & more.

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Dear IYD community

The start of the year is well underway, Otago Anniversary has crept up on me, and then Easter will be here!

2026 has been busy! Opening our Moray Chambers studio. The Iyengar Yoga NZ convention with Abhijata Iyengar was a fantastic weekend of learning and connection. The Taupo weekend workshop is always a highlight in my calendar, having in person time with those of you who zoom in to class is always something I value and enjoy along with working with the Taupo community.

With the many unsettling changes in our world, having a commited practice of yoga is a stablising and grounding force and a choice we can make each and every day; which is empowering in times like these.

As you will notice this email is coming to you via mailerlite rather than mailchimp as I have changed provider for these.

See the upcoming information for Otago Anniversary weekend and Easter below.

Looking forward to seeing you in class soon.

Demelza

Otago Anniversary Weekend

Saturday 21st March 2026: 9:30am class as normal.
Monday 23rd March 2026: No lunchtime or Women's classes.

Easter Offerings - Hop on in!

3rd - 5th April 2026

Good Friday, Easter Saturday & Sunday: Join me in studio or online for these 3 sessions 9:00 - 10:15am and put a hop in your step for the long weekend.
Price for non members: $60.00 or 3 classes on your current pass.
Price for members : $35.00.
Sessions are suitable for all our Community: Connect with fellow practitioners and have some fun.

Art Exhibition

Inge & Marc Doesburg - Selected Works

Otepoti Dunedin Community Gallery: 20 - 26 Princess Street.
Friday 27th March - Monday 30 March 2026: 10:00am - 6:00pm.
Marc: Is one of the IYD men in the Men's class.

Demelza Campbell is the only Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher in Dunedin.

Only certified teachers are entitled to use the Iyengar name after years of vigorous training, study and passing international level exams.

It is the mark of excellence and dedication.

Phone: 0274 500 567

Email: demelza@iyengaryogadunedin.co.nz

Website: https://www.iyengaryogadunedin.co.n z

Iyengar Yoga Dunedin

30 Moray Place, Dunedin
New Zealand

Class details while I am away & JBL winners have been drawn

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 05:12:48 GMT

While I am at the Iyengar NZ convention with Abhijata

Join Ruth in person on Saturday 14th February for a Lois recorded class, apologies online students she will not be able to zoom you in. Ruth has kindly offered to run this to keep you all practicing, and I thank you for supporting this and her. There will be no classes Monday 16th with normal timetable resuming Tuesday morning. I will look forward to sharing my learnings from this weekend with Abhijata Iyengar - the closest I can get to Pune without leaving NZ!

JBL speaker winners
Thank you to all of you who have left reviews, I appreciate them very much! Please continue to leave me Google reviews, as they are important for new students to see what you think about IYD.

Marc from the men's class and Christa from the weekday morning classes are the winners of the JBL speakers! They will be waiting for you when you are at class this week.

I, like you are enjoying our Moray Chambers space very much, the natural light, open windows and vibe of this part of town is so very lovely.

North Island events & a big thank you

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 20:25:41 GMT

North Island events & a big thank you!

Open Day Thank You!

Our Open Day was such a wonderful event! Busy and buzzy! Thank you to everyone who volunteered their time, brought their people along, made delicious snacks and to the feature students for sharing their stories. The feature student boards will stay up for a few weeks so you all can read them - they are an interesting read and great cross section of our community.

Taupo Workshop
North Island students I can't wait to see you in Taupo!! The Taupo workshop is a highlight in my year, reconnecting with you, having time to explore and delve deeper. Friday 13th - Sunday 15th March 2026, bookings to Heather at Yoga Tree by Thursday 12th February at hello@yogatreetaupo.co.nz

IYNZ Convention with Abhijata Iyengar
IYNZ is the NZ Iyengar Association, and this year's convention is with Abhijata, BKS Iyengar's grandaughter. I will be travelling to Auckland to be part of this weekend, learning from Abhi is always a joyful and nourishing experience. There will be no classes Saturday 14th & Monday 16th February due to this. The Monday session is for certified teachers and trainees, and is not something I can miss. I will look forward to sharing with you all the insights and learning from this weekend.
All can join the association for a minimal fee, be part of our wider Iyengar community and receive the member benefits that come with it. https://iyengar-yoga.org.nz/ Next time Abhi comes to Aotearoa, it would be amazing to have many IYD students there to learn directly from her.

Giveaway promotion
Go into the draw to win one of 2 JBL portable speakers. These little speakers are the best! To enter please leave me a positive Google review or refresh your existing one. After trialing a review company I learnt the Google ones are more impactful and therefore important. You can copy the REVU one you left into Google as well - they are all on the website on the reviews page.

Our new space in Moray Chambers really is wonderful, while the move was an enormous amount of work, which I couldn't have done on my own; I am loving being in this light filled warm space surrounded by good people.

Classes resume Saturday 17th January and a giveaway draw

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 03:21:40 GMT

Classes resume 2026

Back on the mat!

I can't wait to restart classes on Saturday at Moray Chambers, the new space is coming together nicely and I am looking forward to you all seeing it.

Open Day Saturday 24 January 11:30am - 1:30pm
Our Open Day is getting closer, please share the details with your friends, family and collegues and have them come along between 11:30am and 1:30pm to see what Iyengar Yoga is about and get a sense of our community.
There will be light refreshments, fun activities for those who want and feature student boards which tell the story of students across our community in relation to their experiences of yoga. This will interesting for everyone not just the visitors. It is a family friendly event so children are welcome to come with you. All visitors can sign up for a free class on the day and there is a prize draw (details below) that everyone can enter.
If you are available to help with a few small jobs on the day please let me know, this is things like welcoming people on arrival and helping them sign up for a free class etc.

Giveaway draw
Go into the draw to win one of 2 JBL speakers! These handy sized portable speakers are awesome!
There are 2 ways to go into the draw!
1: Leave a positive Google review
2: Already left one? You can refresh your current review (or add a picture to it)

The winners will be drawn Waitangi weekend.

I can't wait to see you in Moray Place soon!
Demelza

Happy New Year

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 02:50:44 GMT

Happy New Year

I hope you have had a peaceful start to 2026. I can't wait to start the year in our new Moray Chambers location. Come along Saturday 17th January 9:30 - 11:00am Classical class for our auspicious beginning! Suitable for all students.

More details on our Open Day to come, but keep Saturday 24th January 11:30am - 1:30pm available to bring your friends, family, colleagues in to our new space.

The timetable and pricing updates are on the website . I appreciate you understanding the need for the price increase. There are some changes to the timetable , so please check it.
To simplify the classes there are 2 categories of class, Essentials and Classical and this is reflected in the class passes. The Essentials classes are shorter length classes while the Classical are traditional length classes.
There are some changes to The Practice Room Membership , again to simplify things. Membership remains the best value for money, so check it out and make 2026 the time to start your membership.

I am looking forward to seeing you all soon, in person and online!

Demelza

Farewell to George Street & Welcome to Moray Place

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 02:58:35 GMT

Moray Chambers is taking shape!

Farewell to George Street. As I prepare to farewell George Street I am leaving with a grateful heart. It has been a safe haven for nearly 6 years. The people who have walked in through the physical and virtual doors adding diversity and enriching our community.

The last class for 2025 at George Street is Tuesday 16th December at 5:30pm. All classes next Monday and Tuesday will be general level so you can all come along regardless of ability or gender and farewell our space before the doors close.

First class for 2026 will be Saturday 17th January 9:30am. This is a general level class so come along and be part of our auspicious beginnings for our first class at Moray Chambers.

Save the date - Our open day is 24th January 2026. Details to come, however save the date and bring your family, friends and colleagues to see what Iyengar Yoga is and our vibrant community. Children are welcome. There will be fun interactive activities as well as interesting things that will surprise you!

Changes - There will be some changes to the timetable and pricing. As soon as this has been confirmed I will share the details with you.

Summer break with Demelza

Join me over the break for a "sidecar summer' at home and across Aotearoa.
What is on offer:
Be supported when your routine is not as normal to keep yoga in your life. You will join me through short videos to see how I manage to do this, when I am at home and away; and while moving studio. This isn't about making a lot of time to practice, it's about learning how you can incorporate it daily or weekly when lots of other things are happening. Not only will this keep you physically with your yoga, it will help mentally with the challenges that can come at this time of year, essentially holding space for yourself. It will also make the start of 2026 easier as you have continued rather than stopped. You'll be amazed the difference this can make!

The format is similar to the popular Neck & Shoulders 3 Week Intensive, however given the firewall issues some people had it will be delivered through the You Tube channel. You must have a google email address to access it.
Along with practice tips and ideas you will also be the first to see our new studio emerge into life!
4 weeks of support, motivation, tips and fun! for $99.00. Email Demelza to get your access.
Members of The Practice Room receive this for free.

It has been an enormous year, with the last 8 months full to the brim. Thank you for your support, I look forward to our new chapter at Moray Chambers.
Demelza

Moray Chambers is taking shape!

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 20:08:02 GMT

Moray Chambers is taking shape!

Our last class for 2025 in our George Street space will be Tuesday 16th December, finishing with the level 1 class that evening.
Our first class for 2026 in our Moray Chambers space will be Saturday 17th January 0930am.

There will an open day in our new space on Saturday 24th January - watch this space for details for this fun event.

Yoga Nidra / Sleep Session:
Next Saturday 6th December 12:00 - 2pm online and in person. Come and learn how to improve your sleep and relax into the end of the year!
Members of The Practice Room $50.00, non members $55.00.
Sequences given.

Offerings over the summer break:
A collection of 8 class recordings are available for hire either the summer package. You can hire single classes at any time of year.
The summer package consists of short and full length classes with unlimited access for the entire summer break $60.00. Email Demelza to request your access.
Members of The Practice Room will soon receive an email with their special members summer offerings.

Spotlight on the Women's class:
This class offers so much. While focusing on pelvic health, it covers the hips, lower abdominal region and low back support. The Iyengar method takes care of women's health at all stages of life from menstruation, pregnancy, peri menopause to menopause. While in studio is women only, the recordings are available to rent by any student of IYD. If you need help with low back, gastrointestinal conditions, lower abdominal conditions, hips and pelvic floor get in touch with Demelza.

Kowhai Personalised Programme changes and introducing the Growth Package:
We have made some improvements to the Personalised programme s on offer and introduce the Growth Package, which has grown out of the original Kowhai programmes. Have a look on the website to see what the offerings are and book your sessions today.

Reviews:
Thank you for the reviews, please keep leaving them for me both via Revu and Google reviews. While I am working with Revu currently, the Google reviews are really important for potential new students to read.

New Location. Check us out in 2026!

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 22:17:31 GMT

Our new space is located in Moray Chambers, 30 Moray Place, Dunedin!

It was fun playing 'pin the tail on the donkey' to see the locations you guessed. Liz was the closest to it and will receive her prize at her next class.
Wonderful things about our new space besides the landlord are
- An elevator, for those times your mobility needs assistance
- More natural light
- Double glazed and a heat pump making it warmer

Lois got to see the space while it was under construction, and has had input into the layout etc. This is a special blessing on our new space.

While details are still being finalised we will be in our George Street space for the rest of this year.

Special Sleep Session : Yoga Nidra
Timed for the end of the year when sleep and rest may be more needed and harder to get. Learn sleep sequences and sleep breathing to help your sleep improve.
Saturday 6th December 12:00 - 2:00pm
Sequence & breathing technique included
$55.00 for non members $50.00 for members of The Practice Room
Bookings to Demelza by November 20th.

Reviews
Thank you to those of you who have left reviews, I have been blown away by the things you have said. Please continue to leave me reviews, they do make a difference. There are QR codes at the studio & the link below. When you leave your review please also copy it to the Google review as both are important.
https://app.revu.cloud/f-160226

Summer is coming! Make the most of it!

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 22:17:31 GMT

Summer is coming!

Book in for the Yoga Nidra / sleep session Saturday December 6th. 12-2pm with both online and in studio available. $55.00 non members, $50.00 for members of The Practice Room.

Support our local yogis with the 2 events below:

Ba den French: In Blue

- a beautiful collection of paintings by Baden, on at Moray Gallery until the end of the month.

Passport to Ghana: This Saturday at The Pearl Diver on St Andrew Street. Jamie Lee will perform both with her African drumming band and the Rainmakers. Jamie Lee is a talented muscian and this event is to help her go to Ghana over summer with her drumming teacher. Koha entry 7:30pm start.

Please keep leaving me reviews, as I have signed up for 3 months with Revu and they make a big difference. If your review is done on both Revu and Google, even more impactful. Thank you again to those of you who have left reviews, I appreciate it. https://app.revu.cloud/f-160226

End of year dates for George Street will be sent soon, along with when we will start the new year in Moray Chambers.

Iyengar Yoga Dunedin News

ANZAC weekend and more

ANZAC

Otago Anniv, Easter Offerings & more

Easter weekend offerings & more.

Class details while I am away & JBL winners have been drawn

While I am at the Iyengar NZ convention with Abhijata

North Island events & a big thank you

North Island events & a big thank you!

Open Day Thank You!

Classes resume Saturday 17th January and a giveaway draw

Classes resume 2026

Back on the mat!

Happy New Year

Happy New Year

Farewell to George Street & Welcome to Moray Place

Summer break with Demelza

Moray Chambers is taking shape!

New Location. Check us out in 2026!

Our new space is located in Moray Chambers, 30 Moray Place, Dunedin!

Summer is coming! Make the most of it!

Summer is coming! ﻿

Summer is coming!