A perfect 5.0 average usually makes me suspicious. At Nu Yoga in central Dunedin, though, the reviews do something most five-star records don't: they explain, at length, exactly what earned the stars. So let's take the number seriously and then poke at it.
What this place is
Nu Yoga is a yoga studio, not a general gym, even though the listing carries tags like "fitness center" and "sports complex." Every review describes classes, teachers, and a physical space built for practice. If you're picturing free weights and treadmills, that's not what's here. The website in the record is nuyoga.nz, and the posted hours run seven days, opening as early as 8:00 on Wednesdays and as late as 11:30 on Tuesdays, so the schedule shifts by day. Check it before you turn up.
Where the voices agree
The through-line across every review is care. A member in December 2024 wrote that after taking a break from fitness following injuries, "all of the teachers were so accommodating and supportive," and praised the "variety of teachers and different types of yoga." A first-timer in August 2025 admitted being "a little anxious on first arrival. Absolutely no need to be," and credited a warm welcome for the ease. A November 2025 review told beginners to "get a trial pass and you too will be a convert," while noting it's "well suited to experienced practitioners" too.
The most striking one is from June 2022. That member arrived grieving, just after her mother passed, and wrote that after "thousands of wonderful yoga classes all over the world there is nothing I've ever done to compare to this beautiful yoga experience." That's not a line about equipment. It's about how the room made someone feel at a hard moment, and it repeats across reviews.
What that 5.0 measures
Here's the honest read. This is a small, self-selecting sample of 19 ratings from people who chose a boutique, teacher-led studio and came back. A perfect average across 19 isn't a fluke, but it isn't a thousand-person verdict either. One critical review would drop it noticeably. What you're buying, based on the words, is atmosphere and teaching quality, not variety of gym gear.
What's missing
No review states a price. There's mention of a trial pass, but no dollar figure for classes or memberships. Nobody counts how many people fit in a class or whether mats and props are provided. Those are the questions I'd ask before booking.
Who it's not for
If you want anonymous, self-paced training or a big equipment floor, look elsewhere. This is an intimate studio where being welcomed by name is part of the point, and some people find that too personal.
FAQ
Is Nu Yoga a gym?
No. It's a yoga studio in central Dunedin. Reviews describe classes and teaching, not weight-floor training.
Are beginners welcome?
Repeatedly, yes. Multiple newcomers described feeling anxious then reassured, and reviewers suggest starting with a trial pass.
How much does a class cost?
No review lists a price. A trial pass is mentioned but not priced, so contact the studio directly.