Jana Sojka - Massage & Movement Therapist

Updated schedule starting this week, please join and feel free to share with your loved ones 🙏

~Wednesdays - new space and time!*:
Bodylight® - a fusion of Yoga, Pilates, and Qigong + Yoga Nidra/Guided relaxation
New Time: 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm
Place and address: Connect Centre Pilates, 121 Trafalgar Street, Nelson 7010

~Thursdays:
Bodylight® -a fusion of Yoga, Pilates and Qigong + short relaxation
Usual Time: 7am - 8am
Place and address: Koru Centre, Level One/243 Trafalgar Street, Nelson 7010

~Fridays - new space!*:
Yogic Practice (Asana, Pranayama, Mudra Meditation/Guided relaxation)
Usual Time: 7 am - 8 am
Place and address: Connect Centre Pilates, 121 Trafalgar Street, Nelson 7010

* Connect Centre Pilates - we are on the first floor, with lots of free parking on the main street/square nearby, bring your blanket/extra clothing for Yoga Nidra, mats provided however if you have your own and would prefer that, you can bring it with you and put on the top of the studio one.

Dear souls,

My holiday is coming to an end. It was blisfull, amazing time to spend in nature and another culture. I'm deeply humbled by this experience and all people I met along the way. I am back at work on 9th September and ready to dive into movement and massage sessions.

I'll give an update about mat classes soon - stay tuned, but we will start on Wed 11th!

For private sessions/massages, message me to book in. For all regular private clients, sessions are as confirmed.

So looking forward to connect with you all! 🙏

~Last 3 mat group sessions this week before we pause due to my travel ~
*Wed 5:30pm at Bodylight® Uplift Float Centre
*Thursday 7am at Morning Bodylight® at Koru Centre
*Friday 7am at Yoga at Uplift Float Centre
Anybody is welcome to join us. We will resume in September!

Dear people, I would like to let you know that I will be away from 23rd July to 7th September (6 weeks) for a little trip to Europe (visiting my family) and some traveling in Indonesia. All the group classes will be on hold, unfortunately. When I come back, we'll resume!

Before I go, I am taking the last bookings for a massage or movement session. For those, who haven't tried my offerings yet and wish to book in, I offer a 20% discount on the first session.

Thank you for understanding.

Namaste🙏
Jana

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~ Recharge in Wilderness ~ The first overnight hike to private Kea Hut in Nelson Lakes NP ~ nature elements, yoga/Qigong sessions, Yoga Nidra, mindfulness activity, and human connection with so much laughter... Gratitude and appreciation to all who joined and Mother Nature for a divine weather timing. Recharged indeed! Looking forward to the next one already!

Dear people, just a kind reminder, there are NO GROUP sessions this week 18th - 22nd March! I am away. See you next week 🙏

There's a Yoga Festival in Nelson this coming weekend and lots of delicious offerings. Let's immerse in the unknown and experience something new... saying that, with humbleness and gratitude, I also offer a session on Saturday 16th at 3:30pm.. See you there?

Jana Sojka | Hawke's Bay & Nelson Yoga Festivals In 2016, Bodylight® studio in Auckland stepped into my life and I deeply connected to my teacher, mentor, and friend Edna Levy – the founder of the Bodylight® method. Edna educated me on every aspect of being an intuitive, loving, always-listening, and caring yet professional instructor and guid...

Nelson Yoga Festival 17th-18th March 2024! I am honored to be a part of this two-day festival introducing different instructors/practices and approaches to body-mind connection. If you've been thinking of trying my offering and never got a chance to join the class, this is another opportunity. I teach a Bodylight® session on Saturday 17th at 3:30pm. Come and join. Looking forward to stepping into the unknown and trusting deeply 🙏

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GROUP SESSIONS WEEKLY ~ RESUMING FROM 7th Feb 2024!

~ Wednesdays 5:30 pm (outdoor) ~
Fusion of Yoga, Pilates, Qigong & Relaxation~ At Black Hole, Maitai Valley (in case of bad weather- Float Centre - Uplift Studio,15 Vanguard Street)

~ Thursdays 7 am ~
Fusion of Yoga, Pilates, Qigong ~ at Koru Centre - Koru studio (243 Trafalgar Street, upstairs)

~ Fridays 7 am (outdoor) ~
Yogic Practice ~ Fairfield House (garden/meadow) -
(in case of bad weather - Uplift Studio 15 Vanguard Street)

Anyone is welcome to join! For more info about prices PM me or check my website www.janasojka.co.nz
For the outdoor sessions ~ bring your own mat, props, and mats provided for indoor sessions.

Jana Sojka My teachings support movement therapy that incorporates a whole-body holistic practice through Yoga, Pilates, and Massage.

I am very excited to be a part of NZ Spirit Festival South Island again this year! If you feel the calling for this amazing wellness event offering music, workshops, yoga, and much more (including my massage stall), grab a ticket at www.nzspirit.com and use the promo code that was offered to share: 20OFFSPIRIT
We are creators, let's co-create the magic 🙏✨

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"See how nature - trees, flowers, grass- grows in silence; see the stars, the moon and the sun, how they move in silence... We need silence to be able to touch souls." ~ Mother Teresa

Back to regular offering and practice. Massage/manual treatment/movement sessions, if you feel the call for self-practice and care, contact me for booking.
Stay tuned, a pop-up outdoor session is planned soon.🧘‍♀️🤸‍♀️

..if you're still looking for a meaningful Christmas gift in the form of an experience for your close family members or friends, this is a wonderful way to show your care and love for others. Reach out if you feel a calling for this special gift.🙏

~ GROUP SESSIONS WEEKLY ~ SUMMER UPDATE ~
~ "In the park" Wednesdays 5:30 pm ~ Fusion of Yoga, Pilates, Qigong + Relaxation~ At Black Hole, Maitai Valley (in case of bad weather we will be at Float Centre - Uplift Studio,15 Vanguard Street)
~ Thursdays 7 am~ Fusion of Yoga, Pilates, Qigong ~ at Koru Centre - Koru studio (243 Trafalgar Street, upstairs)
~ Fridays 7am ~ Yogic Practice~ at Float Centre - Uplift Studio (15 Vanguard Street)

Anyone is welcome to join!
For the outdoor sessions ~ bring your own mat, for indoor sessions ~ mats are provided.

~ The weather has been just so stunning these days that I am longing to have a Bodylight® session IN THE PARK if the weather permits. 🤞

We will start tomorrow ~ 22/11 at 5:30pm at Black Hole (Maitai Valley) ~ there is a small car park just by the main road and a big green area (toilets as well) next to it.

We will find the best spot to practice mindful movement and strengthen and stretch muscles with the natural elements and sunset around us...fresh air, gentle breeze, Maitai river running next to us..a bliss :)
Here is the Google map pinpoint: https://maps.app.goo.gl/XrzvphJpc91tsqMd7
I am not yet sure if we run it every week outdoors, just the first trial tomorrow.
Please bring: your mat, towel (it's better to have it under the mat for more comfort and protect the mat)blanket/pillow for relaxation at the end extra layers
Let's embrace it together and see what happens. :)
Looking forward to seeing you, let me know if you have any questions.

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Back to Nelson market offering massage ~ if you're around, please, come and say hi :)

Gift Certificates ~ always available with my offerings (electronic or a paper copy) ~ for massage/treatment/private sessions ~ make someone curious to try something different. A meaningful gift where hopefully the mind slows down, breath deepens and the body rejuvenates. Message me for more info.

~ GROUP SESSIONS WEEKLY~

~ Wednesdays 5:30 pm ~ Fusion of Yoga, Pilates, Qigong + Yoga Nidra~ at Float Centre - Uplift Studio (15 Vanguard Street)
~ Thursdays 7 am~ Fusion of Yoga, Pilates, Qigong ~ at Koru Centre - Koru studio (243 Trafalgar Street, upstairs)
~ Fridays 7am ~ Yogic Practice~ at Float Centre - Uplift Studio (15 Vanguard Street) ~ Grab a morning treat La planta cafe after we finish!

Anyone is welcome to try, mats and small props provided.

A last-minute offer ~ I have a free slot for tomorrow Wed 27/9 (massage/movement session) due to cancellations. 12:30 or/and 2pm. Let me know if you feel a call to treat yourself 🙏💆‍♀️

Found this message in a shell at the Onekaka beach ~ a reminder~ we never know, what we'll find if we don't resist the flow of life, even though we feel we're lost sometimes. Let's stay with the feeling, observe it, sense it~ have you used the word of love today?

Group sessions resuming from tomorrow 23rd August! Come along to lift up the spirit together.💫

~ Wednesdays ~Fusion of Yoga, Pilates, Qigong + Yoga Nidra~ at 5:30pm at Float Centre - Uplift Studio (15 Vanguard Street)

~ Thursdays ~ Fusion of Yoga, Pilates, Qigong ~ at 7am at Koru Centre - Koru studio (243 Trafalgar Street, upstairs)

~ Fridays ~ Yogic Practice~ at 7am at Float Centre - Uplift Studio (15 Vanguard Street) ~ Grab a morning treat at La planta cafe after we finish!

Inspired by nature ~ Dwikonasana ~ Look, notice, observe.
I am leaving for 5 weeks from 15th July - 22nd August 2023 to reconnect with my roots, my family, my home country. Gratitude for the magical flow of connections with my clients, gratitude for their trust, and allowing me to become a part of their journeys. I am looking forward to coming back and continuing my offerings. 🙏

Join us for Ecstatic Bliss evening on 8th July ~ a magical blend of movement and stillness through Yoga/Dance/Yoga Nidra. Secure your spot online. Limited spaces due to the size of the venue.
https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/ecstatic-bliss-nelson-tickets-658081558657
https://janasojka.co.nz/ecstatic-bliss

Jana Sojka My teachings support movement therapy that incorporates a whole-body holistic practice through Yoga, Pilates, and Massage.

Thank you this beautiful community for your trust and support over the last 6 months! It has been an honor to offer my knowledge and service in a new town and I am dedicated to continuing with an open mind and heart. I will be connecting with my family for a month from mid-July to mid-August in Czechia - a little holiday! Therefore, I am taking bookings from mid-June till mid-July.
~Book in for a massage or private movement session ~ 20% discount for your first one = $64. Get in touch for any info and treat yourself with something meaningful.💆‍♀️🧘‍♀️

Jana Sojka My teachings support movement therapy that incorporates a whole-body holistic practice through Yoga, Pilates, and Massage.

Classes are organically and beautifully growing. Join us for any of the regular sessions:

~ Wednesdays ~Fusion of Yoga, Pilates, Qigong + Yoga Nidra~ at 5:30pm at Float Centre - Uplift Studio (15 Vanguard Street)

~ Thursdays ~ Fusion of Yoga, Pilates, Qigong) ~ at 7am at Koru Centre - Koru studio (243 Trafalgar Street, upstairs)

~ Fridays ~ Yogic Practice~ at 7am at Float Centre - Uplift Studio (15 Vanguard Street) ~ Grab a morning treat at La planta cafe after we finish!

One of the last market offerings, come and treat yourself or just say hi :) sunny spot ✨️☀️

Nature is a healer, and provides space for things/thoughts to shift. It removes our minds from usual day-to-day activities, and engagements so it can be filled with a vast admiration of "what is". We can apply this also in modern life, it takes patience and self-practice. Mindfulness~Awareness~Presence☀️

Massage&Movement - treat yourself to a session for a launching price of $75/hour with a 20% discount for the first session (till the end of May 23)! Individually tailored to your needs/conditions/requests with mindful and holistic guidance. Props/mat provided, cozy space in one of Nelson's old villas. Contact me for more info or check my website www.janasojka.co.nz

Rainbow colors - energy vibrating at a frequency that we are able to catch with the eye. The pure beauty in a glimpse of the moment as the rain and sun dance together in the sky in the exact moment. Rain and sun, warmth and cold, dark and light..~equilibrium~ How can we find it in day-to-day life?