Yoga in Hornsby
Discover the Healing Power of Yoga & Integrative Body Work
Yoga, yogic/ayurvedic life tools, yoga therapy, meditation, breathwork, relaxation, Massage (relaxation, remedial, myofascial release), Craniosacral Therapy, Reiki & Chakra balancing, Somato-emotional Release, mantra.
Overview
At Yoga in Hornsby, I offer a personalised approach to yoga, yoga therapy, and holistic healing. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner, these small, intimate classes and one-on-one sessions with me are designed to help you find balance and healing in both body and mind. I started my first teacher training diploma in 2003 which was 1440 hrs /2.5 yrs back to back and I’ve since continued over 20 years of professional development in other styles of yoga and integrative healing modalities. As an experienced teacher, I have a provider number for yoga as well as treatments (excluding reiki). I just love learning, sharing, teaching & holding space.
One of my points of interest is to help clients find a state of balance and know how this feels, learn to trust and listen to their body and intuition. I love to empower others to have the tools they need to do this. I like to show you how and when to use these ancient yogic tools so have the resources you need to hand to help you manage life with support rather than feeling alone or lost. We are in a constant state of flux and I believe most of us want to be the best version of our Self and are searching for purpose and meaning. We are not just a physical material body. We are layered - including mental, emotional, intuitive, energetic, spiritual and I believe it is much more fulfilling to integrate these layers and acknowledge them so you can live more fully, embodied and consciously. This is a journey I would be happy to share with you and I’m always open for a chat if you have any questions.
Small group classes of 8, focused on strength, flexibility, balance, breath work, meditation, and deep relaxation. Mornings or evenings. Video subscription available with the option of a zoom class from Term 4 if there is interest. Suitable for all levels, even complete beginners. I have been fine tuning getting back into the videos and improving the sound which has been a bit sketchy with the complimentary videos! It seems better when recorded through zoom. The videos are a bit newer and I am attempting to record some practices to upload for people to refer to from home and do between class so watch the website services on offer for updates and freebies through social media on occasion.
Yoga Classes
Both of these sessions are tailored to address your specific physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health goals & challenges. One on one private sessions are ideal for gaining confidence and learning how to modify practices for your needs before joining a group class or as part of rehabilitation or building strength, balance and flexibility or simply learning techniques to manage mental/emotional health as well as physical imbalances that come about through work / lifestyle or injury, relationships, etc. Some people like to come for an occasional session with friends or family members but obviously this will be less tailored for a group. I can record practices for you - just ask.
Yoga Therapy is more about finding a home plan tailored to your needs and modify/update and develop this over a few weeks. You generally need atleast 3 sessions to get on track as you come up against obstacles to practice and perhaps have questions about the practices and observations which may indicate tweaking is needed possibly. Saying this, children often respond really fast after one session. I feel that for children under 7yrs it is more a game and introduction to yoga!!
Private Yoga vs Yoga Therapy
A gentle, deeply relaxing hands-on therapy over clothing, that supports the nervous system and the body’s natural healing. Helpful for stress, anxiety, insomnia, headaches, pain, TMJ dysfunction, and overall regulation. This is perhaps my personal favorite as it is so nurturing and beautiful to be held in a safe cocoon, have a nervous system reset and allow your body’s intelligence to be listened to. Just, why would you not? I don’t think much of Hornsby and the surrounding areas has heard of this or experienced it yet which is why the price is so amazing - it is often double this in the city. Once people try it, they are often converted and every session can be very different. I tend to talk people through it a bit more the first time so they get an understanding of what is happening as it can be quite light touch. You can choose music or sounds of nature.
Craniosacral therapy
Including remedial, deep tissue, MFR techniques, and relaxation massage to release tension and restore balance. Relaxation massage can be full body and is more flowing and relaxing. Remedial is usually to focus on a problem area/s and can include deeper work such as trigger point therapy and stretches. If requested, yoga & lifestyle practices can be recommended to support recovery. If you have allergies, let me know and I’ll use my scent and nut free balm or you can bring your own.
Massage Therapy
This is a similar approach to massage using balm but the techniques are more specific and specialised for problem areas and movement is generally much slower & broader and reaches the deeper layers of connective tissue and fascia helping to release more chronic conditions and restrictions. It is extremely relaxing and often combined with massage or with craniosacral therapy. Like Craniosacral therapy, it can include mouth work as needed.
Myofascial release
A powerful technique used to release deep-seated emotional and physical tension stored in the body. Through gentle touch and mindful awareness, this therapy facilitates emotional healing and a greater sense of well-being and self awareness.
Somato Emotional Release (SER)
Tailored sessions to address specific physical, emotional, and mental health goals & challenges which can include a home practice and/or recordings. Comes with Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultation. This is 1:1. It is ideal to support recovery, injury or when wanting a more specific approach to address your needs.
Yoga Therapy
Reiki is a type of energetic healing derived from Japan. After teaching yoga for over 20 years and intense study of the chakra system, I find I am naturally sensitive to the more subtle layers of experience, including the energetic body. Using my hands gently on or off body I tune into your energetic field to sense imbalances. My intention is to hold space for you to open up to receiving the universal energy you need to find more energetic balance and that we all have the potential to tap in to. Sometimes we will use the breath, crystals or tuning forks or raise awareness over what we can do to support areas that are depleted which is usually the case or even over-active.
Reiki
Custom Packages & pricing
If you’re looking for ongoing support, consider one of our custom packages designed to help you achieve long-term balance and healing. Packages are available for Yoga Therapy, Massage Therapy, and combined services.
Yoga Therapy Bundle
5 private sessions at a discounted rate.
Massage Therapy Bundle
10 sessions at a reduced price.
Wellness Packages
Combine yoga, therapy, and bodywork for complete support.
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