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5. Origins of Bikram Yoga

About Bikram hot yoga

Launched in 2009, Achel Bikram Yoga Auckland now has four experienced Bikram Yoga instructors on staff, with 3-6 classes running a day between Saturday and Thursday.

Our modern, comfortable facilities include a lounge area with couches, magazines and a water cooler - ideal for relaxing before and after class. You’re welcome to make use of our spacious separate men’s and women’s bathroom and shower facilities, then spend some time chatting and socialising with your fellow classmates.

Meet Ellen Adoko – founder of Achel Bikram Yoga, Auckland.

“I wanted to create a yoga studio where people can feel at ease.”

Born in Uganda, Ellen Adoko grew up in London before moving to New Zealand in 1999 in pursuit of her passion for sports and the outdoors. Having practiced yoga from a young age, she always had an affinity with the practice and a keen interest in health and wellbeing, but spread this enthusiasm across a wide range of sports including rugby, netball, soccer, swimming, running and cricket. Then in 2006, after realising that it gave her the ideal combination of challenge, fitness and health benefits she was seeking, Ellen decided that bikram yoga was what she wanted to do for the rest of her life.

She pursued her passion by training with Bikram Choudhury himself in LA for nine weeks to become a fully qualified bikram yoga instructor. Upon completing the course she worked as a yoga teacher in Boston, Melbourne and Auckland before fulfilling a dream and opening her very own studio; Achel Bikram Yoga in Botany, Auckland.

Supported by her partner Simon, Ellen now runs the studio full time. Achel feels like home to her, and she wants her students to feel the same. She fosters a nurturing and supportive environment where the students enjoy socialising and encouraging one another. Come along to a class to find out for yourself!

Discover the benefits of hot yoga and inferno hot pilates.

No matter your age, background or ability level, you’re always welcome at Achel Bikram Yoga, Auckland. If you’re a newcomer, read our tips for yoga beginners, check out our FAQ, read about the origins and benefits of bikram yoga, or simply come along to one of our classes. We look forward to seeing you!

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