Welcome to
Raw Yoga & Wellbeing

Our classes are a fusion of evidence based movement, breath and mindfulness practices grounded in ancient yogic wisdom.

These practices help to support nervous system health, aid in long lasting neuroplastic changes and cultivate holistic wellbeing.

Yoga Classes (In-Person)

Our Milford Studio premises at 161D Kitchener Rd (Entrance via Omana Rd, or Service lane beside New World).

Private Yoga Therapy

1 on 1 therapy sessions based in yoga and other evidence based movement and mindfulness practices.

Yoga Teacher Training

Yoga Teacher Training Courses, Workshops and ongoing professional development + mentoring.

161D Kitchener Road, Milford
(Behind Vivo Hair Salon)
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Our Studio is OPEN 7 Days

“Awareness is the greatest agent for change”
Ekhart Tolle

Praise for our classes…


10 years of Raw Yoga

Raw Yoga was officially opened on the 20th of October 2014.

We are deeply grateful for all the teachers, students and community we have shared with over these past 10 years!

Yoga in your local community

For locals, by locals.

Raw Wellbeing offers a range of classes to suit different needs, ranging from very slow and grounded relaxation practices, to stronger and dynamic practices. All our classes move at a mindful pace so there is time to give things a go.

All our classes and private sessions are designed to be inclusive by offering different options and variations that can be adapted for individual needs. This way we can offer you the opportunity to understand your own body-mind connection in a more grounded and effective way. This is known as a ‘Mental Health Aware’ or ‘Trauma informed’ approach.

Over years of teaching and training others to teach, Nicole and John have an in-depth understanding of the body-mind connection. They understand the importance of mindfulness and embodiment practices to maintain great mental health, keep stress in balance, support illness and injury recovery as well as navigating the delicate process of getting older.

Sometimes it's best to get in touch with Nicole or John who can go over what will be the best place for you to get started. Feel free to email studio@rawyoga.co.nz, and if you would like to speak on the phone you can try your luck or schedule a time to chat via text 021 111 5825.

If you are looking at coming to group classes our space takes up to a max of 12 students at a time, so classes will always be small. There is fresh tea brewed if you want to arrive a few minutes early and settle in before your session.

Through hours of dedicated practice and training, both Nicole and John are highly qualified Yoga Instructors, Teacher Trainers and mental health professionals. Under the name Raw Yoga, Nicole and John have been sharing a love of mindful movement for the past 10 years. After a short hiatus, in February 2023 Nicole and John re-launched their new studio space back in Milford - Raw Wellbeing

About Us.

  • Who We Are.

    Our Story. Go here to find out how we came to create and combine the services we offer. Links to the Blog, Radical Awareness Podcast, Youtube content and more.

  • What We Do.

    Our Services and offerings. Go here to find info on our movement classes, yoga, holistic yoga coaching, events, trainings, gatherings etc.


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