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The Sala Gift Guide 2023

From boyfriends to Mothers, to Friends and Kids, the Sala gift guide is here

Sarah reviews

What's the point of knowledge, if its not shared?

Sala Studio, Fitness Studio in Ponsonby, Othernature

Meet Othernature | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Hope and Matt started building a brand that they hope will help redefine our relationship with nature. OtherNature, the market's most potent plant medicine.

 Fine & Dandy - Certified organic, ethically produced tea

Meet Sarah Munro | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Get to know Sarah, founder of our favourite tea brand Fine & Dandy. Certified organic, ethically produced tea, hand-selected, blended and packed by Sarah.

Sala Studio, Auckland Gift List

Sala Christmas Gift Guide | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

It’s the season of giving. Sala founder Sarah gives us her dream locally produced, Aotearoa gift list.

DIY Alchemy | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

DIY Alchemy | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

It’s become a running joke that you can’t as much as murmur an aliment in my home without my inner alchemist pushing pills and potions into you.

Meet Kirsty Van De Geer | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Kirsty Van De Geer | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet ray of sunshine Kirsty van de Geer when she’s teaching her sold-out Myofascial Release workshops, or gentle and resilient flow classes at Sala.

Meet Amber Lyon | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Amber Lyon | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Get to know Amber Lyon, the face behind the Instagram Modern Mind, a platform full of aesthetically pleasing graphics with lessons to cultivate ease and flow.

Skin Cycling With Sarah | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Skin Cycling With Sarah | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

The basic premise of skin cycling is rotating between active and hydrating products on a four-day loop. Can skincare counter being in your mid 30s?

Meet Morgan Maw | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Morgan Maw | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Boring Oat Milk founder, Morgan Maw, chats to us about how and why Boring was born, and why she’s relieved that hustle culture is on the decline.

Meet Amy Atkinson | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Amy Atkinson | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Amy is the latest teacher to join us here at Sala on the reg. Get to know Amy below, with how she became a yoga teacher and what inspires her keep motivated.

September Playlist Virgo Season | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

September Playlist Virgo Season | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Inspired by Virgo season, these soft yet vibrant sounds by Roberto Musci, Jean du Voyage and Santori will help create inner focus.

Meet Jess Pearson | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Jess Pearson | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Deeply devoted to holding space for others, Jess uses the power of sound baths to facilitate healing. Jess shares how through her own healing she found sound.

Meet Yayoi Matches | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Yayoi Matches | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

An avid dancer and nature lover, Yayoi is all about mindfulness in her classes and continues this throughout her everyday life, she shares her tips and tricks.

Sala x The Curve | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sala x The Curve | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

SALA founder, Sarah, shares her financial woes and highs of owning a business with The Curve, a space to get investment-savvy, without the noise and confusion.

Meet Tamsin Kaufman | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Re-establishing vital health and well-being naturally, Tamsin is renowned for hosting cacao ceremonies and natural medicine workshops across Aotearoa.

Coffee Supreme 15 Mins With Sarah | Sala Studio, Auckland NZ

Sarah Lindsay sat down with Coffee Supreme to discuss how Sala was born, and the desire to create impactful experiences, community and healthy habits.

Meet Patty Lagera | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Multi-talented Sala alum, Patty Lagera, explains how important movement is to her daily routine and her newfound love for our Barre and HIIT Pilates classes.

June Playlist Rumination | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

I invite you to join me on the dance floor of my mind with some of my all time favourite tracks by Massive Attack, Bob Moses, and Trentmøller.

Sala x Triumph Disaster | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sala founder Sarah Lindsay spoke to Triumph & Disaster on slowing down, connecting to nature and ritual, and why it’s important.

Nature Baby: Movement Nutrition | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

To celebrate Mother’s Day we present you with a series of free videos to help you navigate all things parenthood, from movement to nutrition.

Sala x Tailor Mother's Day | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Tailor caught up with Sarah Lindsay to discuss her wellness secrets, how being a mum has changed her perspective on life, and her philosophy towards skincare.

Sala x Ruby: The Best is Yet to Come

Sala founder, Sarah Lindsay, speaks to Ruby on the complexities of time in the modern world, and how our attitude towards times and busyness is shifting in a post-pandemic world.

May Playlist Serendipity | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

May Playlist Serendipity | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

This month’s Sauce playlist is the invitation to break free and make plans with friends, go dancing - even if it’s in your living room. Let’s live a little!

Meet Sophie Hallwright | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Sophie Hallwright | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sophie Hallwright co-Founder of The Curve, an educational platform for women to learn about finance and investing, tells us how she keeps motivated.

Meet Meg Williams | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meg Williams, tells us why movement is such a big part of her life and how SALA helped her feel settled back here at home after living overseas for years.

April Playlist Changing Seasons | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

April Playlist Changing Seasons | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

This month's Sauce x SALA playlist is inspired by the changing seasons, these moody melodies will transition you from the crisp air into the dark dark night.

Meet Olivia Thomas | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Olivia Thomas | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Get to know SALA alum Olivia Thomas, from her favourite SALA classes both online and in the studio to why it’s so important to rest our bodies and mind.

March Playlist Inner Solitude | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

In a world noisier than ever, this playlist is an invitation to enter the quiet solitude of self reflection.

Meet Ellie Ritchie | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Full of sage advice is our Ellie. From where to begin if you're new to yoga to what tune to blast when you're in a funk - trust us it’ll get you up and moving!

Meet Portia Prince | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Portia Prince | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

We may not be able to travel, but London’s calling! Take a stroll through Soho with a Bloody Mary in hand with model and mother Portia Prince.

Meet Sarah Baron | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Sarah Baron | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Lighting up the Barre studio with her radiant smile and fire workouts, Sarah burns even brighter than the sunset room glows.

February Playlist Valentine | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

February Playlist Valentine | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

If it's platonic love, always and forever loves or the nostalgic magic of past love, this Valentine’s Day playlist will give hopeless romantics all the feels

Meet Frances Shoemack | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Frances Shoemack | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Abel founder and former winemaker, Frances Shoemack, tells us the story behind everyone’s favourite natural parfumerie along with some life changing advice.

Meet Louise Graham | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Louise Graham | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Co-owner of dream workspace The Village, mama to Magnus and everyday fashion icon, to know Louise is to love her.

January Playlist Feeling Free | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

January Playlist Feeling Free | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

This month we are focusing on daydreaming in the summer sun. Wherever you are this new year, be transported to the dancefloor of Amnesia.

Meet Nathan Reynolds | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Nathan Reynolds | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet the man behind the zen; Nathan Reynolds. When he’s not on the construction site, he’s filling his cup up with some sort of movement.

Meet Nikki Crearer | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Nikki Crearer | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Not only was Nikki part of the OG teaching fam here at SALA, but she has started the most delicious food delivery service alternative, Assortment.

Christmas Choccy S Recipe | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Christmas Choccy S Recipe | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

If you're not already feeling festive, this recipe will get you in the mood. These little treats are so easy to throw together, making a yummy Christmas gift.

Meet Maria Munkowits | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Maria Munkowits | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Not only a part of the OG SALA crew, but a continuous muse, collaborator and friend. We get down and personal, and find out, how well do we really know, Maria?

December Playlist Summer Sounds | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

December Playlist Summer Sounds | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Wherever you are this new year, be transported to the dance floor of Amnesia. An epic mix of house, world and Balearic to get your night started.

Meet Sam Veitch | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Sam Veitch | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sam’s ability to transform any space into one of healing, is a gift carried through her from many generations of spiritual practice.

November Playlist Feeling Groovy | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

November Playlist Feeling Groovy | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Lean into the uplifting, feel-good sounds of disco as it collides with psychedelic house in this seventies-feeling mixtape, inspired by the summer's approach

Meet Kristine Crabb | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Kristine Crabb | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

You may see them so often in class you feel as though you already know them, but we want to know the person behind the pose. Today we meet Kristine Crabb.

Meet Krissy Derrick | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Krissy Derrick | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

You may see them so often in class you feel as though you already know them, but we want to know the person behind the pose.

October Playlist | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

October Playlist | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

This mix is a doorway into distant shores. Inspired by those perfect mid-season Ibizan nights, bookended by the chaos of opening and closing parties

Meet Abby Simons | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Abby Simons | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Whether it’s her playlists, her infectious laugh or her hair burning bright in the sun, everything about Abby is red hot.

Meet Grace Bader | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Grace Bader | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

You may already have a picture of Grace's artwork on your camera roll. When she’s not painting, you'll find her in her favourite spot of the SALA studio.

Healing Through Te Reo Maori | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Healing Through Te Reo Maori | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

We talk to the artist and activist Nikau Hindin about how decolonising our world can help both Māori and Pākehā thrive.

Meet Monica Cronin | Sala Studio, Auckland

Meet Monica Cronin | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sala Yoga teacher, Wonderment founder and Godmother to Baby O, the woman who inspires us, talks through the things which inspire her. Meet Monica Cronin.

Meet Sarah Lindsay | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Sarah Lindsay | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sala founder and Yoga teacher, Sarah Lindsay talks self care, motivation and motherhood, from the depths of lockdown.

September Playlist - Spring

September Playlist - Spring

From dance floors to studio mats, music has a magical way to transport you through your body, to anywhere you want to go. Welcome to our monthly playlists, available on the SALA Spotify or Sauce.

Eridani Talks Māori Language Week | Sala Studio, Auckland NZ

Eridani Talks Māori Language Week | Sala Studio, Auckland NZ

Māori language week is a chance to connect with the language of the land, but what does it mean to the generation who feel disconnected from their heritage?

August Playlist Fashion Week | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

August Playlist Fashion Week | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

From French electronic duo Télépopmusik to dance floor veterans Groove Armada, this SALA mixtape reflects the spirit of Fashion Week.

The Sala Gift Guide 2023

From boyfriends to Mothers, to Friends and Kids, the Sala gift guide is here

Sarah reviews

What's the point of knowledge, if its not shared?

Sala Studio, Fitness Studio in Ponsonby, Othernature

Meet Othernature | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Hope and Matt started building a brand that they hope will help redefine our relationship with nature. OtherNature, the market's most potent plant medicine.

 Fine & Dandy - Certified organic, ethically produced tea

Meet Sarah Munro | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Get to know Sarah, founder of our favourite tea brand Fine & Dandy. Certified organic, ethically produced tea, hand-selected, blended and packed by Sarah.

Sala Studio, Auckland Gift List

Sala Christmas Gift Guide | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

It’s the season of giving. Sala founder Sarah gives us her dream locally produced, Aotearoa gift list.

DIY Alchemy | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

DIY Alchemy | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

It’s become a running joke that you can’t as much as murmur an aliment in my home without my inner alchemist pushing pills and potions into you.

Meet Kirsty Van De Geer | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Kirsty Van De Geer | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet ray of sunshine Kirsty van de Geer when she’s teaching her sold-out Myofascial Release workshops, or gentle and resilient flow classes at Sala.

Meet Amber Lyon | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Amber Lyon | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Get to know Amber Lyon, the face behind the Instagram Modern Mind, a platform full of aesthetically pleasing graphics with lessons to cultivate ease and flow.

Skin Cycling With Sarah | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Skin Cycling With Sarah | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

The basic premise of skin cycling is rotating between active and hydrating products on a four-day loop. Can skincare counter being in your mid 30s?

Meet Morgan Maw | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Morgan Maw | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Boring Oat Milk founder, Morgan Maw, chats to us about how and why Boring was born, and why she’s relieved that hustle culture is on the decline.

Meet Amy Atkinson | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Amy Atkinson | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Amy is the latest teacher to join us here at Sala on the reg. Get to know Amy below, with how she became a yoga teacher and what inspires her keep motivated.

September Playlist Virgo Season | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

September Playlist Virgo Season | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Inspired by Virgo season, these soft yet vibrant sounds by Roberto Musci, Jean du Voyage and Santori will help create inner focus.

Meet Jess Pearson | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Jess Pearson | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Deeply devoted to holding space for others, Jess uses the power of sound baths to facilitate healing. Jess shares how through her own healing she found sound.

Meet Yayoi Matches | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Yayoi Matches | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

An avid dancer and nature lover, Yayoi is all about mindfulness in her classes and continues this throughout her everyday life, she shares her tips and tricks.

Sala x The Curve | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sala x The Curve | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

SALA founder, Sarah, shares her financial woes and highs of owning a business with The Curve, a space to get investment-savvy, without the noise and confusion.

Meet Tamsin Kaufman | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Re-establishing vital health and well-being naturally, Tamsin is renowned for hosting cacao ceremonies and natural medicine workshops across Aotearoa.

Coffee Supreme 15 Mins With Sarah | Sala Studio, Auckland NZ

Sarah Lindsay sat down with Coffee Supreme to discuss how Sala was born, and the desire to create impactful experiences, community and healthy habits.

Meet Patty Lagera | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Multi-talented Sala alum, Patty Lagera, explains how important movement is to her daily routine and her newfound love for our Barre and HIIT Pilates classes.

June Playlist Rumination | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

I invite you to join me on the dance floor of my mind with some of my all time favourite tracks by Massive Attack, Bob Moses, and Trentmøller.

Sala x Triumph Disaster | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sala founder Sarah Lindsay spoke to Triumph & Disaster on slowing down, connecting to nature and ritual, and why it’s important.

Nature Baby: Movement Nutrition | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

To celebrate Mother’s Day we present you with a series of free videos to help you navigate all things parenthood, from movement to nutrition.

Sala x Tailor Mother's Day | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Tailor caught up with Sarah Lindsay to discuss her wellness secrets, how being a mum has changed her perspective on life, and her philosophy towards skincare.

Sala x Ruby: The Best is Yet to Come

Sala founder, Sarah Lindsay, speaks to Ruby on the complexities of time in the modern world, and how our attitude towards times and busyness is shifting in a post-pandemic world.

May Playlist Serendipity | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

May Playlist Serendipity | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

This month’s Sauce playlist is the invitation to break free and make plans with friends, go dancing - even if it’s in your living room. Let’s live a little!

Meet Sophie Hallwright | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Sophie Hallwright | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sophie Hallwright co-Founder of The Curve, an educational platform for women to learn about finance and investing, tells us how she keeps motivated.

Meet Meg Williams | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meg Williams, tells us why movement is such a big part of her life and how SALA helped her feel settled back here at home after living overseas for years.

April Playlist Changing Seasons | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

April Playlist Changing Seasons | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

This month's Sauce x SALA playlist is inspired by the changing seasons, these moody melodies will transition you from the crisp air into the dark dark night.

Meet Olivia Thomas | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Olivia Thomas | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Get to know SALA alum Olivia Thomas, from her favourite SALA classes both online and in the studio to why it’s so important to rest our bodies and mind.

March Playlist Inner Solitude | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

In a world noisier than ever, this playlist is an invitation to enter the quiet solitude of self reflection.

Meet Ellie Ritchie | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Full of sage advice is our Ellie. From where to begin if you're new to yoga to what tune to blast when you're in a funk - trust us it’ll get you up and moving!

Meet Portia Prince | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Portia Prince | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

We may not be able to travel, but London’s calling! Take a stroll through Soho with a Bloody Mary in hand with model and mother Portia Prince.

Meet Sarah Baron | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Sarah Baron | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Lighting up the Barre studio with her radiant smile and fire workouts, Sarah burns even brighter than the sunset room glows.

February Playlist Valentine | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

February Playlist Valentine | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

If it's platonic love, always and forever loves or the nostalgic magic of past love, this Valentine’s Day playlist will give hopeless romantics all the feels

Meet Frances Shoemack | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Frances Shoemack | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Abel founder and former winemaker, Frances Shoemack, tells us the story behind everyone’s favourite natural parfumerie along with some life changing advice.

Meet Louise Graham | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Louise Graham | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Co-owner of dream workspace The Village, mama to Magnus and everyday fashion icon, to know Louise is to love her.

January Playlist Feeling Free | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

January Playlist Feeling Free | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

This month we are focusing on daydreaming in the summer sun. Wherever you are this new year, be transported to the dancefloor of Amnesia.

Meet Nathan Reynolds | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Nathan Reynolds | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet the man behind the zen; Nathan Reynolds. When he’s not on the construction site, he’s filling his cup up with some sort of movement.

Meet Nikki Crearer | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Nikki Crearer | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Not only was Nikki part of the OG teaching fam here at SALA, but she has started the most delicious food delivery service alternative, Assortment.

Christmas Choccy S Recipe | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Christmas Choccy S Recipe | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

If you're not already feeling festive, this recipe will get you in the mood. These little treats are so easy to throw together, making a yummy Christmas gift.

Meet Maria Munkowits | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Maria Munkowits | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Not only a part of the OG SALA crew, but a continuous muse, collaborator and friend. We get down and personal, and find out, how well do we really know, Maria?

December Playlist Summer Sounds | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

December Playlist Summer Sounds | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Wherever you are this new year, be transported to the dance floor of Amnesia. An epic mix of house, world and Balearic to get your night started.

Meet Sam Veitch | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Sam Veitch | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sam’s ability to transform any space into one of healing, is a gift carried through her from many generations of spiritual practice.

November Playlist Feeling Groovy | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

November Playlist Feeling Groovy | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Lean into the uplifting, feel-good sounds of disco as it collides with psychedelic house in this seventies-feeling mixtape, inspired by the summer's approach

Meet Kristine Crabb | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Kristine Crabb | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

You may see them so often in class you feel as though you already know them, but we want to know the person behind the pose. Today we meet Kristine Crabb.

Meet Krissy Derrick | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Krissy Derrick | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

You may see them so often in class you feel as though you already know them, but we want to know the person behind the pose.

October Playlist | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

October Playlist | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

This mix is a doorway into distant shores. Inspired by those perfect mid-season Ibizan nights, bookended by the chaos of opening and closing parties

Meet Abby Simons | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Abby Simons | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Whether it’s her playlists, her infectious laugh or her hair burning bright in the sun, everything about Abby is red hot.

Meet Grace Bader | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Grace Bader | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

You may already have a picture of Grace's artwork on your camera roll. When she’s not painting, you'll find her in her favourite spot of the SALA studio.

Healing Through Te Reo Maori | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Healing Through Te Reo Maori | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

We talk to the artist and activist Nikau Hindin about how decolonising our world can help both Māori and Pākehā thrive.

Meet Monica Cronin | Sala Studio, Auckland

Meet Monica Cronin | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sala Yoga teacher, Wonderment founder and Godmother to Baby O, the woman who inspires us, talks through the things which inspire her. Meet Monica Cronin.

Meet Sarah Lindsay | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Sarah Lindsay | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sala founder and Yoga teacher, Sarah Lindsay talks self care, motivation and motherhood, from the depths of lockdown.

September Playlist - Spring

September Playlist - Spring

From dance floors to studio mats, music has a magical way to transport you through your body, to anywhere you want to go. Welcome to our monthly playlists, available on the SALA Spotify or Sauce.

Eridani Talks Māori Language Week | Sala Studio, Auckland NZ

Eridani Talks Māori Language Week | Sala Studio, Auckland NZ

Māori language week is a chance to connect with the language of the land, but what does it mean to the generation who feel disconnected from their heritage?

August Playlist Fashion Week | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

August Playlist Fashion Week | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

From French electronic duo Télépopmusik to dance floor veterans Groove Armada, this SALA mixtape reflects the spirit of Fashion Week.

The Sala Gift Guide 2023

From boyfriends to Mothers, to Friends and Kids, the Sala gift guide is here

Sarah reviews

What's the point of knowledge, if its not shared?

Sala Studio, Fitness Studio in Ponsonby, Othernature

Meet Othernature | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Hope and Matt started building a brand that they hope will help redefine our relationship with nature. OtherNature, the market's most potent plant medicine.

 Fine & Dandy - Certified organic, ethically produced tea

Meet Sarah Munro | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Get to know Sarah, founder of our favourite tea brand Fine & Dandy. Certified organic, ethically produced tea, hand-selected, blended and packed by Sarah.

Sala Studio, Auckland Gift List

Sala Christmas Gift Guide | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

It’s the season of giving. Sala founder Sarah gives us her dream locally produced, Aotearoa gift list.

DIY Alchemy | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

DIY Alchemy | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

It’s become a running joke that you can’t as much as murmur an aliment in my home without my inner alchemist pushing pills and potions into you.

Meet Kirsty Van De Geer | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Kirsty Van De Geer | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet ray of sunshine Kirsty van de Geer when she’s teaching her sold-out Myofascial Release workshops, or gentle and resilient flow classes at Sala.

Meet Amber Lyon | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Amber Lyon | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Get to know Amber Lyon, the face behind the Instagram Modern Mind, a platform full of aesthetically pleasing graphics with lessons to cultivate ease and flow.

Skin Cycling With Sarah | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Skin Cycling With Sarah | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

The basic premise of skin cycling is rotating between active and hydrating products on a four-day loop. Can skincare counter being in your mid 30s?

Meet Morgan Maw | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Morgan Maw | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Boring Oat Milk founder, Morgan Maw, chats to us about how and why Boring was born, and why she’s relieved that hustle culture is on the decline.

Meet Amy Atkinson | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Amy Atkinson | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Amy is the latest teacher to join us here at Sala on the reg. Get to know Amy below, with how she became a yoga teacher and what inspires her keep motivated.

September Playlist Virgo Season | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

September Playlist Virgo Season | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Inspired by Virgo season, these soft yet vibrant sounds by Roberto Musci, Jean du Voyage and Santori will help create inner focus.

Meet Jess Pearson | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Jess Pearson | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Deeply devoted to holding space for others, Jess uses the power of sound baths to facilitate healing. Jess shares how through her own healing she found sound.

Meet Yayoi Matches | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Yayoi Matches | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

An avid dancer and nature lover, Yayoi is all about mindfulness in her classes and continues this throughout her everyday life, she shares her tips and tricks.

Sala x The Curve | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sala x The Curve | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

SALA founder, Sarah, shares her financial woes and highs of owning a business with The Curve, a space to get investment-savvy, without the noise and confusion.

Meet Tamsin Kaufman | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Re-establishing vital health and well-being naturally, Tamsin is renowned for hosting cacao ceremonies and natural medicine workshops across Aotearoa.

Coffee Supreme 15 Mins With Sarah | Sala Studio, Auckland NZ

Sarah Lindsay sat down with Coffee Supreme to discuss how Sala was born, and the desire to create impactful experiences, community and healthy habits.

Meet Patty Lagera | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Multi-talented Sala alum, Patty Lagera, explains how important movement is to her daily routine and her newfound love for our Barre and HIIT Pilates classes.

June Playlist Rumination | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

I invite you to join me on the dance floor of my mind with some of my all time favourite tracks by Massive Attack, Bob Moses, and Trentmøller.

Sala x Triumph Disaster | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sala founder Sarah Lindsay spoke to Triumph & Disaster on slowing down, connecting to nature and ritual, and why it’s important.

Nature Baby: Movement Nutrition | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

To celebrate Mother’s Day we present you with a series of free videos to help you navigate all things parenthood, from movement to nutrition.

Sala x Tailor Mother's Day | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Tailor caught up with Sarah Lindsay to discuss her wellness secrets, how being a mum has changed her perspective on life, and her philosophy towards skincare.

Sala x Ruby: The Best is Yet to Come

Sala founder, Sarah Lindsay, speaks to Ruby on the complexities of time in the modern world, and how our attitude towards times and busyness is shifting in a post-pandemic world.

May Playlist Serendipity | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

May Playlist Serendipity | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

This month’s Sauce playlist is the invitation to break free and make plans with friends, go dancing - even if it’s in your living room. Let’s live a little!

Meet Sophie Hallwright | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Sophie Hallwright | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sophie Hallwright co-Founder of The Curve, an educational platform for women to learn about finance and investing, tells us how she keeps motivated.

Meet Meg Williams | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meg Williams, tells us why movement is such a big part of her life and how SALA helped her feel settled back here at home after living overseas for years.

April Playlist Changing Seasons | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

April Playlist Changing Seasons | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

This month's Sauce x SALA playlist is inspired by the changing seasons, these moody melodies will transition you from the crisp air into the dark dark night.

Meet Olivia Thomas | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Olivia Thomas | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Get to know SALA alum Olivia Thomas, from her favourite SALA classes both online and in the studio to why it’s so important to rest our bodies and mind.

March Playlist Inner Solitude | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

In a world noisier than ever, this playlist is an invitation to enter the quiet solitude of self reflection.

Meet Ellie Ritchie | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Full of sage advice is our Ellie. From where to begin if you're new to yoga to what tune to blast when you're in a funk - trust us it’ll get you up and moving!

Meet Portia Prince | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Portia Prince | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

We may not be able to travel, but London’s calling! Take a stroll through Soho with a Bloody Mary in hand with model and mother Portia Prince.

Meet Sarah Baron | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Sarah Baron | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Lighting up the Barre studio with her radiant smile and fire workouts, Sarah burns even brighter than the sunset room glows.

February Playlist Valentine | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

February Playlist Valentine | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

If it's platonic love, always and forever loves or the nostalgic magic of past love, this Valentine’s Day playlist will give hopeless romantics all the feels

Meet Frances Shoemack | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Frances Shoemack | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Abel founder and former winemaker, Frances Shoemack, tells us the story behind everyone’s favourite natural parfumerie along with some life changing advice.

Meet Louise Graham | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Louise Graham | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Co-owner of dream workspace The Village, mama to Magnus and everyday fashion icon, to know Louise is to love her.

January Playlist Feeling Free | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

January Playlist Feeling Free | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

This month we are focusing on daydreaming in the summer sun. Wherever you are this new year, be transported to the dancefloor of Amnesia.

Meet Nathan Reynolds | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Nathan Reynolds | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet the man behind the zen; Nathan Reynolds. When he’s not on the construction site, he’s filling his cup up with some sort of movement.

Meet Nikki Crearer | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Nikki Crearer | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Not only was Nikki part of the OG teaching fam here at SALA, but she has started the most delicious food delivery service alternative, Assortment.

Christmas Choccy S Recipe | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Christmas Choccy S Recipe | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

If you're not already feeling festive, this recipe will get you in the mood. These little treats are so easy to throw together, making a yummy Christmas gift.

Meet Maria Munkowits | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Maria Munkowits | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Not only a part of the OG SALA crew, but a continuous muse, collaborator and friend. We get down and personal, and find out, how well do we really know, Maria?

December Playlist Summer Sounds | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

December Playlist Summer Sounds | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Wherever you are this new year, be transported to the dance floor of Amnesia. An epic mix of house, world and Balearic to get your night started.

Meet Sam Veitch | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Sam Veitch | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sam’s ability to transform any space into one of healing, is a gift carried through her from many generations of spiritual practice.

November Playlist Feeling Groovy | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

November Playlist Feeling Groovy | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Lean into the uplifting, feel-good sounds of disco as it collides with psychedelic house in this seventies-feeling mixtape, inspired by the summer's approach

Meet Kristine Crabb | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Kristine Crabb | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

You may see them so often in class you feel as though you already know them, but we want to know the person behind the pose. Today we meet Kristine Crabb.

Meet Krissy Derrick | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Krissy Derrick | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

You may see them so often in class you feel as though you already know them, but we want to know the person behind the pose.

October Playlist | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

October Playlist | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

This mix is a doorway into distant shores. Inspired by those perfect mid-season Ibizan nights, bookended by the chaos of opening and closing parties

Meet Abby Simons | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Abby Simons | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Whether it’s her playlists, her infectious laugh or her hair burning bright in the sun, everything about Abby is red hot.

Meet Grace Bader | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Grace Bader | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

You may already have a picture of Grace's artwork on your camera roll. When she’s not painting, you'll find her in her favourite spot of the SALA studio.

Healing Through Te Reo Maori | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Healing Through Te Reo Maori | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

We talk to the artist and activist Nikau Hindin about how decolonising our world can help both Māori and Pākehā thrive.

Meet Monica Cronin | Sala Studio, Auckland

Meet Monica Cronin | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sala Yoga teacher, Wonderment founder and Godmother to Baby O, the woman who inspires us, talks through the things which inspire her. Meet Monica Cronin.

Meet Sarah Lindsay | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Meet Sarah Lindsay | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

Sala founder and Yoga teacher, Sarah Lindsay talks self care, motivation and motherhood, from the depths of lockdown.

September Playlist - Spring

September Playlist - Spring

From dance floors to studio mats, music has a magical way to transport you through your body, to anywhere you want to go. Welcome to our monthly playlists, available on the SALA Spotify or Sauce.

Eridani Talks Māori Language Week | Sala Studio, Auckland NZ

Eridani Talks Māori Language Week | Sala Studio, Auckland NZ

Māori language week is a chance to connect with the language of the land, but what does it mean to the generation who feel disconnected from their heritage?

August Playlist Fashion Week | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

August Playlist Fashion Week | Sala Studio, Auckland, NZ

From French electronic duo Télépopmusik to dance floor veterans Groove Armada, this SALA mixtape reflects the spirit of Fashion Week.

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