Vital Energy Yoga | Movement
The home of of Slow Movement Fitness Training ™️ "SMFT"
Re-Mapping Movement Intelligence through your most precious operating system - your Nervous System
Welcome to Vital Energy Yoga Movement Studio - Auckland's first fully immersive SMFT [Slow Movement Fitness Training] studio. From group lifting to mobility, every one of our classes is grounded upon Slow Movement Fitness Training principles. Discover how SMFT methodologies can elevate strength building, flexibility, and mobility through enhanced breathing mechanics, proprioception, and interoceptive awareness. From yoga classes to weigh training classes, we offer a complete spectrum of training including Pilates reformer machines that is focused on building longevity and nervous system resilience
Find us at Level 7, 5 - 7 Kingdon St, Newmarket, right on the rooftop.
SMFT Reformer Foundations in full stride
Offering 4 class times weekly
Reformer training at VE is part of a broader approach to building a strong, capable and adaptable body. SMFT Reformer Foundations combines Reformer resistance with the principles underpinning SMFT — breathing mechanics, core pressure regulation, joint stability, mobility and progressive strength. Precisely instructed six-bed sessions allow close attention to technique and appropriate resistance, while our substantial Reformers provide a stable, supportive platform for a wide range of body types, with the loading capacity for progressive strength development. Within the SMFT system, Reformer is a multi-purpose training tool: a confident bridge into strength training; a way to rebuild strength and movement capacity after injury or time away; and a valuable complement for athletes seeking strong flexibility — usable range of motion supported by strength and control. For those looking beyond fast-paced, high-repetition “athletic Reformer” classes, our emphasis is instead on intelligent resistance, movement quality and progressive physical capacity.
September intake open for registration
September 18 -20
Understanding how the nervous system influences breathing, posture, movement, stress regulation and physical capacity is becoming increasingly relevant across health, movement and wellbeing. SMFT™ — Human Systems Coherence Training™ provides an integrated framework for understanding how these systems interact — and how breathing, sensory awareness, mobility and progressive strength can be used to support greater physiological adaptability and resilience. Rather than treating the body as a collection of separate parts, SMFT explores the relationship between the nervous system, respiratory system, musculoskeletal system and movement behaviour, giving practitioners a practical framework they can apply within the scope of their own work. The training is designed for movement professionals, health and allied health professionals, mental health professionals, wellness practitioners, coaches and educators who want to deepen their understanding of the body as an interconnected human system.
Yoga. But first….breathing, core and posture.
Why VE will be the most unique yoga……..
…experience that you will ever have encountered. People often step into our seventh floor sanctuary seeking flexibility and calm — the kind of outcomes typically associated with the practice of yoga. However what our members can all attest to is that they walk away with something completely unexpected. VE is a hybrid training centre with early roots in traditional yoga practice. However the studio is now renowned as the first SMFT™️ Human Systems Coherence Training centre that is focused on autonomic nervous system regulation first. The nervous system is the central coordinating system of the human body — from the cardiovascular system through to the hormonal system. Supporting autonomic nervous regulation is the first step to building a physiology that delivers longevity and better performance. Find out more by booking your first 15 min consultation with studio founder, SMFT™️ creator and educator, Ewa.
Vital Energy is the exercise studio I’ve been looking for! I’ve really enjoyed committing to the “trifecta” of core, strength and yoga classes the past three or four months. I’m feeling stronger and more able to do other exercise now I have that foundational strength (but I’m still working on it). The one on one at the outset to understand my development areas was also really useful. Highly recommend for anyone - this is the perfect staple in my exercise and well-being routine.
Petra Carey
Vital Energy is the place to be. Since becoming part of this community, my spark and motivation to exercise and to take time out for myself has been reignited. There is an excellent range of classes. In addition to yoga there are core, strength, mobility, stretch, and yoga nidra (my favourite). Something new and challenging or different is added to the program often.Embracing Vital Energy’s philosophy and laser focus on breath, technique, and a slower pace, I have quickly increased strength and mobility.
Lindsay Ng
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