Hanna Somatics
Yoga and Hanna Somatics Classes
Join me for yoga in our private Takapuna studio. Blending Yin Yoga and Hanna Somatics, these 60 minute sessions help release tension, quiet the mind, and reconnect with a deep sense of stillness. Private and two-person sessions are available, offering a gentle, mindful approach to movement and relaxation.
What is Hanna Somatics?
Hanna Somatics is a gentle, neuromuscular movement practice designed to retrain your brain and body. It helps release chronic muscular tension, improve mobility, and reduce pain by working with the nervous system rather than forcing the body into stretches or exercises. The practice is based on the concept of pandiculation, a natural movement that allows muscles to relax and regain their full range of motion.
How can Hanna Somatics help?
Over time, stress, habits, and repetitive movements cause our muscles to remain tight even when they’re not in use. This leads to stiffness, discomfort, and fatigue. Hanna Somatics teaches you to:
Recognise and release chronic muscular tension.
Calm the nervous system and move out of a constant "fight, flight, freeze" state.
Regain control of your muscles for easier, pain-free movement.
Through slow, mindful movements, you reawaken the connection between your brain and body, restoring natural movement patterns and improving overall well-being.
Why I Use Hanna Somatics in My Yoga Classes
My yoga practice has been deeply influenced by Hanna Somatics, which offers a unique way to explore movement with greater awareness. Instead of simply holding postures, my classes encourage curiosity—paying attention to how your body moves, sensing where tension is held, and learning how to let go. This approach isn’t about pushing or forcing; it’s about working with your body, so movement feels natural, comfortable, and sustainable throughout life.
“Your body hears everything you mind says.”
Benefits of Hanna Sommatics
Improved Mobility and Comfort
By retraining your muscles to fully relax after use, movement becomes more fluid and effortless.
Reduce Pain and Tension
Releasing chronic tightness helps alleviate aches, stiffness, and discomfort in everyday life.
Greater Body Awareness
Learning to sense and control your muscles brings a deeper sense of ease, reducing stress and fatigue.
