SALLY NEEDLES | METHVEN ACUPUNCTURIST

Belly breaths & Earthy eats with Sal & Lauren

A morning workshop of Earth energy insights, rituals and yoga to help you settle into the end of summer.

9am - 12.30pm Saturday 14th Feb 2026
Mt Hutt Memorial Hall Methven

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A sweet, steady morning to gift yourself some aroha...

Join Sal & Lauren for a morning of gentle yoga, seasonal wisdom & gentle grounding.Through slow, spacious yoga, Earth energy insights and seasonal nourishment, we tend to what’s been stretched thin or quietly depleted.Together, we find simple, steady ways to feel nourished - inside and out - as the harvest season unfolds.

Join Sal & Lauren for a morning of gentle yoga, seasonal wisdom & gentle grounding.Through slow, spacious yoga, Earth energy insights and seasonal nourishment, we tend to what’s been stretched thin or quietly depleted.Together, we find simple, steady ways to feel nourished - inside and out - as the harvest season unfolds.

9am

WELCOME & SETTLE IN

Take off your shoes, take a breath, and take your time. We ease into our morning with grounded presence and simple rituals to help you land. See the What do I need to bring? FAQWe also take time to explore how Earth energy that anchors us through life’s busyness - and how we can use it to restore our own steadiness.

Take off your shoes, take a breath, and take your time. We ease into our morning with grounded presence and simple rituals to help you land. See the What do I need to bring? FAQWe also take time to explore how Earth energy that anchors us through life’s busyness - and how we can use it to restore our own steadiness.

9.30am

GENTLE STRETCHY YOGA

A slow, nourishing yoga session with Lauren & Sal that invites you to come home to your body.We’ll stretch, fold, and ground - supporting digestion, stability, and the deep steadiness of Earth energy.

A slow, nourishing yoga session with Lauren & Sal that invites you to come home to your body.We’ll stretch, fold, and ground - supporting digestion, stability, and the deep steadiness of Earth energy.

10.15am

MORNING TEA

We pause for a grounding sip and connect as a group to support your Earth energy. Warm, gently spiced and naturally soothing drinks to help you settle and reconnect.

We pause for a grounding sip to support your Earth energy. Warm, gently spiced and naturally soothing drinks to help you settle and reconnect.

10.30am

EARTH ENERGY INSIGHTS

Learn how Earth energy shapes your emotions, boundaries and sense of centre.This is where ancient Chinese medicine meets real life, with reflection prompts, acupressure tools and simple seasonal take home strategies.

Learn how Earth energy shapes your emotions, boundaries and sense of centre.This is where ancient Chinese medicine meets real life, with reflection prompts, acupressure tools and simple seasonal take home strategies.

11.45am

SIPS & EATS

A moment to ground and nourish - with warm, seasonal eats designed to support your Earth energy.Think warming golden pumpkin and gently spiced flavours that settle, soothe and bring you back to centre.

A moment to ground and nourish - with warm, seasonal eats designed to support your Earth energy.Think warming golden pumpkin and gently spiced flavours that settle, soothe and bring you back to centre.

12pm

CLOSING CIRCLE

We wrap up with a relaxed circle of sharing and reflection. You’re invited share one small way you’ll nourish yourself in the weeks ahead so you can stay steady and supported as the season shifts.

We wrap up with a relaxed circle of sharing and reflection. You’re invited share one small way you’ll nourish yourself in the weeks ahead - and how you can stay steady and supported as the season shifts.

SAL FLEWELLING | CHINESE MEDICINE PRACTITIONER & YIN YOGA TEACHER

Hey, I'm Sal

Some of you know me from my Sally Needles clinic, others from co-teaching with Lauren at her beautiful retreats.But if we haven’t met yet, I’m Sal and I'm super passionate about helping people ‘feel like themselves again’ through the wisdom of Chinese medicine.I love creating gentle, grounded spaces for those who are doing a lot, feeling a lot, and craving just a little more room to be.Through yoga, acupressure and soul-soothing seasonal rituals, this workshop gently reconnects you with your own energy and inner rhythm.Come exactly as you are. Let's begin there...

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SAL FLEWELLING | CHINESE MEDICINE PRACTITIONER & YIN YOGA TEACHER

Hey, I'm Sal

Some of you know me from my Sally Needles clinic, others from co-teaching with Lauren at her beautiful retreats.But if we haven’t met yet, I’m Sal and I'm super passionate about helping people ‘feel like themselves again’ through the wisdom of Chinese medicine.Through yoga, acupressure and soul-soothing seasonal rituals, this workshop gently reconnects you with your own energy and inner rhythm.

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LAUREN STOKES | YOGA TEACHER & NATUROPATH

Hey, I'm Lauren

I'm a yoga teacher & naturopath and I love weaving movement, food, and lifestyle medicine together to help people feel more at home in themselves.In this workshop, I’ll guide a slow, grounding Earth-element flow to settle the mind, steady the body, and restore a sense of ease from the inside out. Expect to feel supported and replenished.

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LAUREN STOKES | YOGA TEACHER & NATUROPATH

Hey, I'm Lauren

I'm a yoga teacher & naturopath and I love weaving movement, food, and lifestyle medicine together to help people feel more at home in themselves.In this workshop, I’ll guide a slow, grounding Earth-element flow to settle the mind, steady the body, and restore a sense of ease from the inside out. Expect to feel supported and replenished.

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Belly breaths & Earthy eats workshop

Frequently asked questions

• What does it cost & how do I pay?

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• Can I get a refund if I change my mind?

Sorry, there are no refunds - so please double-check your commitments before you book.

• What if I feel unwell. Do I still come?

If you feel less than 70% of your usual self, the best thing you can do is stay home and rest. If you can, let Sal know so she knows you're not attending

• What do I need to bring?

Please bring your yoga mat, your water bottle, a blanket and your favourite cushion or bolster to sit on. If you prefer not to sit on the floor, the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall has chairs.

• What will the yoga be like?

Expect a slow, grounding Earth-element flow to settle the mind, steady the body, and restore a sense of ease from the inside out.

• How many people will there be?

Our maximum capacity is 22 people, plus Sal & Lauren.

• Where can I park?

Mt Hutt Memorial Hall has on-street parking - so pull up outside or park in Mt Hutt Memorial Hall car park (turn right after the Hall, then immediately right again).

• I have special dietary requirements. Will I be able to enjoy the sips and snacks?

All drinks and snacks are plant-based, nut-free, dairy-free and gluten-free. If you have any extra dietary requirements, simply let Sal know at least 72 hrs before the workshop begins, so she can cater for your needs.

• WHAT THE HECK IS EARTH ENERGY?!!?

Great question!!! In Chinese medicine, we each carry five elemental energies - Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water. Each energy shapes how we move, feel and respond to life.Earth energy helps us feel grounded, centred, and nourished - both emotionally and physically. When it’s out of balance, we can feel overwhelmed, depleted or caught in circles of worry.This workshop replenishes your Earth energy: helping you feel more nourished, connected and at home in yourself.

• What is acupressure?

Acupressure is like acupuncture - but without needles. It involves gentle to firm pressure on specific points of the body to help release tension, shift energy and support your natural balance.

• Do I need to take notes or bring a notebook?

No, not unless you want to!!! Sal gives you access to a digital take-home kit of resources at the end of workshop.

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Belly breaths & Earthy eats workshop 9am - 12.30pm Saturday 14th FebruaryMt Hutt Memorial Hall
160 Main Street Methven 7730^{Get Google Map directions}

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Costs & ways to pay

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Instructions:Pay for Just you ($75) or for You & a friend ($125) into Sal’s bank account using the reference ‘Belly breaths’ACCOUNT NAME: Sally Needles | coCreate with Sal
ACCOUNT #: 12-3192-0151316-37Once payment is received, Sal will get in touch to confirm your spot

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Earth yin-yang yoga | To find centre

In this practice, we explore the grounding energy of Earth - movement that centres, stabilises, and brings you back home to yourself.We begin by awakening core strength and inner steadiness, then rise into a flowing yang sequence to build stability before softening back into yin - long, supported holds that invite release and stillness.Expect a steady, centring rhythm that supports digestion, core strength, and emotional balance - the essence of Earth: rooted, calm, and quietly strong.You’ll need:
→ A yoga block (or cushion)

Earth yin yoga | For worrying times

This gentle yin session is designed to soothe worry, overthinking, and mental fatigue by reconnecting you to the stabilising energy of Earth.Through supported postures, mindful breath, and a nourishing mantra - I am enough - we create space for rest, grounding, and quiet reassurance. The practice offers a slow, restorative rhythm that helps you soften the edges of tension and return to your centre.You’ll need:
→ A bolster (or firm cushions)
→ Two blocks (or books/pillows)

Enjoy!