Haere mai — Wellington, Aotearoa New Zealand
Move.
Breathe.
Belong.
Wellington's home for yoga, Pilates, and community wellbeing — rooted in te ao Māori, open to all.
AWHI ~ to embrace, hug, support, cherish
New to AWHI?
30 Day Intro Pass
Unlimited classes for 30 days — the perfect way to explore everything AWHI has to offer and find your practice.
A space where every body is welcome
At AWHI, we've built a studio where genuine connection, mindful movement, and community sit at the heart of everything we do.
Guided by Te Whare Tapa Whā, we honour the four dimensions of wellness: body, mind, spirit, and community a holistic approach to wellbeing.
Whatever brings you to the mat, you'll find your place here.
Four pillars of wellbeing
Everything starts with individual wellness. This leads to better relationships, a clearer purpose, and a deeper connection to the world around us.
Body
Through mindful movement we create physical health — building strength, flexibility, and a lasting relationship with our bodies.
Mind
Through mindfulness practices we develop emotional awareness and the capacity to navigate life with clarity and grace.
Spirit
Physical and mental practice can connect us to something beyond the individual — a sense of purpose and belonging.
Community
We grow together. A supportive environment where collective wellbeing is as important as individual progress.
Mauri ora!
Find your practice
Heated Flow
Our most popular class — a dynamic, heated vinyasa. Strong movement, steady breath.
Yin Yoga
Gentle floor-based practice with long passive holds — deeply nourishing for body and mind.
Pilates
Core stability and full-body control — functional strength built from the inside out.
Power Vinyasa
All-levels class with varied sequencing every session. Available heated and non-heated.
Guided Meditation
A group practice open to all — find space and clarity in the middle of your week.
Prenatal Yoga
Centred on birth physiology, mind-body connection, and functional movement for all stages of pregnancy.
More than a studio — a whare, a home
Located on Level 2, 15 Johnston Street in Wellington CBD, AWHI is designed to feel like a genuine refuge in the city.
Two purpose-built spaces — Whare Oho for our main classes, and Whare Wānanga for intimate sessions and teacher training — plus a community lounge where the kettle is always on.
Ready to share what you love?
Our teacher training programmes are designed for practitioners who are ready to go deeper — whether you're beginning your teaching journey or expanding your existing practice.
200hr Vinyasa Teacher Training →
Our flagship programme. A comprehensive foundation in teaching yoga.
300hr Vinyasa Teacher Training →
Coming soon — an advanced programme for 200hr graduates. Deepened anatomical understanding, teaching methodology, and philosophy. Register your interest to be notified first.
Yin Yoga Certification (50/100hr) →
Deepen your yin practice and learn to hold space with confidence.
Trauma-Informed Advanced Yin (50hr) →
For teachers who want to work skillfully with sensitive populations.
YTT Scholarships →
We believe training should be accessible. Find out about our scholarship programme.
Our community speaks
Give the gift of AWHI
Vouchers available in any amount — the perfect way to support the wellbeing of someone you love.
