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
The second intake of SMFT Certification weekend of training is taking place next on the weekend starting 21st of November - Link for booking shared below
WE ARE OPEN SAT and SUN OCT 25 and 26 LABOUR WEEKEND
CLOSED MONDAY 27
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 that is focused on building longevity and nervous system resilience
Find us at Level 7, 5 - 7 Kingdon St, Newmarket, right on the rooftop.

Members Get Science - Led Flexibility Training
A premium members-only class designed for those who’ve already built a foundation of breath awareness, strength, and joint stability. This training moves beyond passive stretching to restore freedom of movement, reduce chronic muscular tightness, and improve overall physical comfort. By releasing habitual tension and restoring healthy tissue elasticity, flexibility training supports better posture, circulation, and recovery — enhancing breathing, sitting and standing posture. Each session applies evidence-based methods such as reciprocal inhibition, the body’s natural tension-release reflexes, and fascial rehydration through long, supported holds to safely expand range and control. Every class begins and ends with SMFT’s breath-led techniques to regulate nervous system, cultivating relaxation and sensory balance. Flexibility + Breath 45 offers an intelligent, approach to becoming more flexible, resilient, and body-aware — for VE Members

2nd SMFT Certification intake on November 21st
Continue to benefit from the 2025 pricing of $199
Join in the 2nd intake and benefit from 2025 low pricing! Slow Movement Fitness Training (SMFT) is next-generation education for building sustainable strength, mobility, and flexibility through a nervous system-led methodology. Designed for movement instructors, this certification offers a system that’s structured, teachable, and proven. You’ll gain a clear framework for training longevity and musculoskeletal health by working through the body's deepest operating system — all grounded in science. SMFT supports the convergence of wellbeing and performance, giving you the tools to lead the movement shift that’s already here. Get certified. Be future-fit. All registered 2025 applicants will receive a low cost - high value price reduction as part of our long term strategic decision to scale SMFT going forward.

Enquire about our upcoming YTT200
Second Intake YTT200 coming up
Our first YTT200 intake course has ended. This is more than a teacher training; it’s a deep dive into the heart of modern yoga, where tradition meets intelligent movement and embodied teaching. With standout workshops like muscle vs fascia and key implications for interoception, scaffolded sequencing labs, evolution of yoga history studies, and the art of cueing, you’ll gain the tools to teach with confidence and authenticity. Rooted in clarity, connection, and real-world relevance with exposure to both Hatha and Vinyasa disciplines, this course is your foundation for a lifelong path in yoga. Want in on the next round? Join the waitlist now by emailing ewa@vitalenergyyoga.com and be the first to know when applications open, early bird deals and limited scholarship opportunities for those who qualify. An online YTT200 version will be launched also, dates to be announced soon.
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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