Welcome to YOGA IN HORNSBY
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Term 2 starts on Mon 28 April 2025 and runs for 9 weeks until Thurs 26 June 2025.
During the break, there are no holiday classes as it is a short break. I will continue to be open for private bookings for yoga therapy & body work (RMT/MFR/CST/SER - see under Remedial massage tag for more info).
There is a casual 9:00am SATURDAY yoga class followed by a 10:00am SATURDAY yoga nidra deep relaxation class which you can book by the week. $25 for the asana 60mins, $15 for the yoga nidra or $35 for both. If there is space, it may be an extra opportunity to use this as a make-up session too but this depends on numbers.
I'm a small, local business rather than commercial and like to maintain a more personalized approach with one-on-one private classes or smaller, more intimate group classes.
Other options - If you live at a distance, I do private live online classes which you can record and keep to re-use so you could come once a week, fortnight, month or as suits you. I also have many recordings of meditations, relaxations etc available for purchase or can customise one for you. I offer birthday / Christmas vouchers too and a very special atm is to buy a 60min Craniosacral therapy voucher (these are worth $120) but you get one for a loved one for just $60 and one for yourself also for just $60) so in fact you save $120. This wont last and only one per person can be purchased. It is more an opportunity to try it out while I am not as busy as usual. It's very relaxing & helps with a range of issues such as chronic pain, stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, fatigue, rebalancing, headaches, TMJ etc. I studied CST1, CST2 and somato-emotional release 1 through Upledger which is fairly biomechanical but I also particularly love working more biodynamically and with the chakras and meridians balancing different areas of weakness, due to my extensive experience with yoga. I can share ways to strengthen these areas physically, mentally and emotionally and explore why there may be an imbalance or block if this is of interest to you. This is what I am hoping to develop more.
You can enrol for Term 2 group yoga classes 2025 (beginner or progressive) now by emailing or texting your interest and I will send you the enrolment form and payment details etc. Timetable is under the tab 'times and prices' and note that we have a new SATURDAY morning class this term which is the option of just yoga or just relaxation or both. Usually people book in by the term but you can also come as a casual if there is space in the class you wish to attend so you will need to text or email to check for spots beforehand. The classes are small and include breathwork which helps with emotional tensions and meditation which helps with mental tensions, postures for balance, strength, flexibility and endurance and deep meditative relaxation. I will guide you on how to practice according to your needs and abilities. You can move from class to class as available so if you need to miss a class, let me know asap so I can pencil you in for a make up on another day. New BEGINNERS may wish to try out either a private class or a general group class in the holidays before committing to the term to be sure it's a good fit and find a class that suits you as the classes do vary.
For those yogis that are familiar with the practices or are wanting a more physical class, there are classes that offer strong asana but you can also practice in a more subtle way if you are an advanced yogi who prefers a more meditative focus (how you practice will depend on what brings you back into balance and sometimes we need a stronger practice, sometimes we prefer it to be more slow and mindful). We will dive even deeper into the exploration of a variety of pranayama (breath work), mindfulness and meditation and theory as you learn how to integrate yoga into your life more fully. This style of yoga is classical. It will help develop strength, flexibility and balance of body, mind and spirit.
Follow the yogainhornsby facebook/insta page if you don't want to miss out on what's happening.
Our next visitors to the studio are the lovely Hannah who does bodywork like myself. She specialised in yin with MFR balls and her husband, Frank the amazing shamanic-type sound healer who will be delivering a 2 hour workshop for us on Sat 11 Jan 6-8pm. They are from Newcastle and also do private sessions as does our other Guest Soundhealer, Adrienne who lives just down the road. We have a number of amazing small businesses in this street including naturopaths, beauty therapists , reiki, etc, even other massage practitioners in case you want something different to what I offer as we all offer something a bit different and I'm always happy to share my favs with you and keep cards in the bathroom for you to take a pic. Some of them I haven't tried myself but most I have and they are amazing.
I have completed my myofascial release professional certificate and CST studies over the past couple of years and am really enjoying sharing these techniques which help to rebalance, release tension patterns, chronic pain, etc and also include intra-oral techniques useful for headaches, TMJ, etc. Ask more if interested :) I rarely post on social media but I will attempt to keep it up to date with events etc. There will be holiday classes in January 2025 during the break so you have the option to keep going if preferred. I can make up gift vouchers for Christmas or birthdays for any of the modalities/classes so if you'd like to try any other modalities, you could ask for a Christmas voucher and use it towards yoga or massage or CST/MFR! Oh and Hannah (The best yin and mfr coach) and Frank (her hubbie / sound guru), are planning on coming in the Jan hols and offering an MFR movement with sound workshop that I am so excited about and as she's in Newcastle, I hope to pick up some tips that I may attempt to incorporate at some point in the odd class! Let me know if interested in this too and I will make sure to contact you when I have the details!
MASSAGE
Did you know many healthfunds offer a number of massage sessions through practitioners who hold a provider number depending on what level of cover you have? The body I am with, AMT, covers most healthfunds so you might want to check if you are eligible. Usually people claim back but I'm finally looking into getting a HICAPS machine and upgrading my website to make it even more simple.
Massage sessions are 60 or 90minutes and you can choose a mixed session to also include myofascial release and ayurvedic lifestyle advice as well as yogic practices such as postures, breathing and meditation to support your recovery. Sometimes I include MFR or Craniosacral techniques if I think it will add to the effectiveness so if you are interested, always feel free to ask. The craniosacral sessions are extremely comforting and relaxing for the nervous system and many people report relief from pain, anxiety and other issues afterwards. MFR I usually combine with the massage if requested. It gets into scar tissue more effectively or areas where the tissue is hardened. It is usually at a slower pace and may feel quite soothing as you sink in gradually and wait getting into the deeper layers.
You wouldn't believe how much tension we hold in our arms so if you only have 30mins this is a good option and a 5 min facial massage can relieve sinus congestion, tension headaches etc. There are abdominal massages for digestive complaints and lower back, leg, shoulder and neck massages or a combination of all of these which can be decided prior to the massage. You may come for weekly, fortnightly, monthly or occasional session to simply help maintain wellbeing as part of a self care plan, relax or to keep on top of or support your current treatment plan.
I have completed my MFR professional certificate and Craniosacral 1 and 2 plus somatic energy release with Upledger. I charge the same for my time rather than the modality & these modalities like remedial can be claimed back using my provider number if you have a healthfund that massage is claimed under. They are all complimentary therapies that work well together and alongside other treatment at keeping you in balance or getting you back to balance which is a constant juggling act for some people more, than others depending on what you are dealing with whether ongoing struggles and health challenges or temporary stress.
Another option for some is chair massage, particularly good for office workers or anyone who prefers a quick neck and shoulder massage in their lunch break. It can be a comfortable way to have a relaxation pregnancy massage as my chair allows space for the belly and comes with chest support. Relaxation massage with oil or balm is great for anxiety or stress and relaxation. I usually prefer not to do home visits but understand that clients can temporarily be unable to come in which case I will come to you which has an additional home visit fee.
I most often use Tui balm which has the most wonderful ingredients for the skin and smells divine and it comes without scent too. I prefer it to oil as you can leave it on to nourish the skin rather than feeling the need to wash off oil straight off afterwards. I also offer remedial to help release trigger points or get a little deeper to release tension patterns or deep tissue and even sports massage. Feel free to call to discuss the difference if you are new to massage or unsure of which would suit you or you can ask before the session.
PRIVATE YOGA / YOGA THERAPY
Private yoga or yoga therapy for individuals, couples, families, friend or work groups are also available on request. Yoga therapy is for 1:1 (even groups with the same condition may have a different root cause and so may need a different practice to another person. Yoga therapy addresses specific physical, mental and emotional health goals and concerns and supports you in working through specific health challenges (physical, emotional or/and mental). A realistic home practice can be made up for you with pictures and instructions. A private class can be for one or more and can be used to increase confidence to join a group class and learn how to modify practices, which ones suit you and what to do instead. You can ask to record any of the practices, tools/techniques/relaxations/meditations to take home. It can be used as part of a self care day with loved ones or on your own where a group class isn't suitable or as preferred as it will be tailored to your specific needs. It can be either online via zoom or in studio. Once learned, if you feel the situation does change, you may feel in a position to try a group class. Or you may like to continue with the private class working to your specific needs.
Term 2 2025 (Mon 28 Apr-Thurs 26 Jun 2025)
You can book a trial session at any time before considering whether to enrol for the rest of the term or you can come casually. It is $30 for each 90min class when signed up and prebooked for the term or $35 as a casual (you need to check there's space each week in your preferred class if you are casual). Trial classes are $35. Included in enrolment is on-going support and yogic advice (happy to answer any questions) and if you miss a class and can't make up, a recording of the relaxation (if sick/preferred) can be emailed. Pre-bookings are essential due to limited spots. Classes are small (max of 8) and with sliding doors into a private garden under the shade of a mulberry tree which brings the seasons into the practice & room. In the winter evenings when it's dark and we can't see out, we have relaxation by candle light. I do use air conditioner and warm oil heater as needed but as people's temperature varies, please do bring a blanket/warm socks/top for deep relaxation when body temperature falls a lot. I have spares but if you feel the cold you may like to bring an extra one. If you are missing a few classes, you will either need to make them up on another day/evening that there is space, or pay the casual fee for the days you can make, checking availability for each class you wish to attend. Alternatively I can send you a relaxation recording.
YOGA - group classes (beginner or progressive)
There is a beginner class to suit complete beginners that is really light or stronger ones - whether you are unfit or experienced. Many people say they feel they are too inflexible for yoga but that is why you are coming. On social media, it often looks like only gymnasts do yoga but realistically, everyone can do it and there are several different options to practice each pose or alternatives to suit. Days and evenings (see tab to left re times). Pre-book via phone, text or email to secure your spot. If you miss a class you are welcome to make up on another day where there is a free spot or get a recording of the relaxation if you prefer. If I need to cancel, then I am happy to refund that class if preferred. Classes are small with a maximum of 8 people per class and plenty of natural light and air (we also have aircon on hot or cold days). The classes include pranayama (breathwork), meditation/meditative practices and yoga asana (postures to promote balance, flexibility, strength, endurance). Progressive classes usually include more advanced pranayama and meditation and theory! I LOVE teaching the science behind it.
Style of yoga
It is a therapeutic, classical, meditative, breath centered style of yoga and so accessible to beginners as well as advanced. There is an opportunity for rest after each posture. Although it helps develop strength and flexibility, it is also very restorative and has options to focus on what you need that day and practice as is right for you. I hope you will learn to practice intuitively over time and feel into what you need and know how to practice each pose to suit you.
Classes are 90 mins because they include the best bit - the breathing & deep relaxation at the end. So once you have done 60 mins of postures (with rests in-between which can be short or long as preferred), you get to lie down with back support if required and experience blissful meditative relaxation)! With Advanced classes, we delve into meditation more deeply. If you are interested in theory and yogic philosophy, I love to weave this in and teach you about what you are doing so you develop a practice that supports your individual needs and learn to adapt your practice according to this knowledge as well as bring it into your life. Occasionally people just want to do the exercise and not interested in the breathwork and relaxation and meditation in which case I imagine you'd prefer the gym. This is def. a body, mind, spirit class that includes practices for your whole being. It is just finding what practices work for us for all those levels. It is not about religion etc but obviously as we are addressing our whole self, we will have our own personal connection to this whatever it is. I follow no religion, certainly not blindly, but would call myself spiritual and open to infinite possibility and potential. I also have a scientific mind and I love learning and exploration. I am playful on occasional but I am also a bit of a rule follower at the same time when it makes sense - especially with safety so I can go on about the contraindications and be a bit over the top occasionally but the general rule of thumb is listen to your self and your own body and you will learn to trust your intuition and know what is right for you. In the meantime take head of my cautions but don't ignore your own needs and learn when you are ready to be guided by your own intuition as you learn to trust what you feel!
Beginners
There are boxes at the back and chairs so beginners have the option of starting here and finding their way. As classes are small, I guide each of you and there is always another way of doing a pose that suits you and making it challenging if you are physically very strong or modifying if you need to make it less strong. If you have health conditions or concerns, let me know on the form so I can guide you appropriately and find a class that suits you best.
Yoga Therapy - Private classes
I am a qualified Yoga Therapist, accredited by AAYT. I trained through Yoga Therapy Institute in Randwick with excellent teachers including Sal Flynn, Annette Louden and Kaye Tribe though the Satyananda yoga training I did is the most thorough and intensive I've ever come across.
Yoga therapy is a complimentary system of health care that empowers and supports individuals who want to manage their health issues using the principles and techniques of yoga. The techniques work with the whole individual (body, mind, spirit) rather than just a particular condition. It can be preventative, restorative, curative and palliative and is an evolving practice that is individualized to a client's specific health concerns to support them back to wellness/balance.
Personalise home practice & recordings
A short 20 min home practice can be drawn up with up to 6 practices and recordings can be taken home. You make a time to come back to fine tune, change and revise or for help to overcome challenges that stop you practicing. Some people come weekly for a while and some come fortnightly. Generally it takes a few sessions to iron out any bumps and then come back as an when if required. We can do this online if you live overseas.
Private Yoga
Private yoga is a chance to have a class and find out how to best modify a practice to suit your specific needs whether you need a lighter or stronger practice or an alternative one if you have a health concern. You can either be guided through a class, adapting as required or you can ask questions re tools that may help with specific issues. It is more general than yoga therapy.
A private class is great if you are new to yoga or need more confidence for a group class. It is also good if you want to go into more depth in certain areas or want guidance with your home practice or to learn tools to manage certain feelings or habits.
Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultation
I am a qualified Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant. I trained with Dr. Rama Prasad and Caroline Robertson through The Yoga Institute. This is based on finding balance. Everyone has a mixture of different strengths and qualities of nature (elements). People have different types of 'Doshas'/body types. Some people are more earthy in nature, others dominated by the water quality, fire, air or space. We are usually a combination of these. Depending on how we are made up, we may be naturally suited more to certain types of career, job and get depleted more easily in jobs that need more of a quality that we lack. We may find we feel better or worse eating too much/too little of certain types of food. We may find we become unbalanced during certain seasons/changes.
What does an Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant do?
An Ayurvedic lifestyle consultant asks questions to explore how a person came to be out of balance and uses tools to assess the qualities of the client when balanced and un-balanced. They look at the presenting issue and find methods to bring people back into balance looking at lifestyle choices and habits that could be changed. This can include tongue diagnosis, colour therapy, oils, activities, work, diet and a lot more.
Tongue diagnosis is one tool used to help confirm what is out of balance and although I don't often use this mainly due to the fact covid came fairly soon after I finished, but, if you are interested, I'm certainly happy to have a look and discuss it with you. You would need to send a clear picture of your tongue (wide open so I can see right to the back and all details) in good light. You can tell when there is a lack of alignment in the physical body as well as in the gut or mind or emotional body just by looking at the tongue!
Remedial Massage therapy, Deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, MFR, Craniosacral 1, 2 & SER1
I have a diploma from Evolve College in remedial massage which covers relaxation (Swedish) massage, deep tissue, sports massage and other types of massage to treat common problems like sciatica, tight muscles especially neck, shoulders, back and hamstrings etc. I offer relaxation, deep tissue which can help release emotional, mental and physical tensions just like yoga and if you have private health, you may qualify for a rebate using my provider number. Once I hand in my case studies, I have a Professional Certificate in myofacial release which I am very excited about as it has more specific techniques for treating chronic conditions of the neck, hips, pelvis, knees, limbs and TMJ, shoulders, etc. Please enquire if interested. I can either incorporate techniques as appropriate into your massage or you can book in for an entire session for the same cost of a massage. It is so relaxing and nourishing, particularly for the soul as we hold memory in our body in the form of tension patterns which can be released.
If you are coming for relaxation or stress relief, then it could be a combination of techniques to help you implement in your life, yoga practices and relaxation massage or deep meditative relaxation or for specific health concerns we may choose practices to relieve pain or bring balance and perhaps some remedial massage another week. I am here to support/help you get back to balance and empower you to make changes in your life so you can take your health into your own hands as much as possible. I can show you how to use certain techniques and draw on tools to help you manage a condition and improve your quality of life. For more information I am always happy to answer any questions.
During the break, there are no holiday classes as it is a short break. I will continue to be open for private bookings for yoga therapy & body work (RMT/MFR/CST/SER - see under Remedial massage tag for more info).
There is a casual 9:00am SATURDAY yoga class followed by a 10:00am SATURDAY yoga nidra deep relaxation class which you can book by the week. $25 for the asana 60mins, $15 for the yoga nidra or $35 for both. If there is space, it may be an extra opportunity to use this as a make-up session too but this depends on numbers.
I'm a small, local business rather than commercial and like to maintain a more personalized approach with one-on-one private classes or smaller, more intimate group classes.
Other options - If you live at a distance, I do private live online classes which you can record and keep to re-use so you could come once a week, fortnight, month or as suits you. I also have many recordings of meditations, relaxations etc available for purchase or can customise one for you. I offer birthday / Christmas vouchers too and a very special atm is to buy a 60min Craniosacral therapy voucher (these are worth $120) but you get one for a loved one for just $60 and one for yourself also for just $60) so in fact you save $120. This wont last and only one per person can be purchased. It is more an opportunity to try it out while I am not as busy as usual. It's very relaxing & helps with a range of issues such as chronic pain, stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, fatigue, rebalancing, headaches, TMJ etc. I studied CST1, CST2 and somato-emotional release 1 through Upledger which is fairly biomechanical but I also particularly love working more biodynamically and with the chakras and meridians balancing different areas of weakness, due to my extensive experience with yoga. I can share ways to strengthen these areas physically, mentally and emotionally and explore why there may be an imbalance or block if this is of interest to you. This is what I am hoping to develop more.
You can enrol for Term 2 group yoga classes 2025 (beginner or progressive) now by emailing or texting your interest and I will send you the enrolment form and payment details etc. Timetable is under the tab 'times and prices' and note that we have a new SATURDAY morning class this term which is the option of just yoga or just relaxation or both. Usually people book in by the term but you can also come as a casual if there is space in the class you wish to attend so you will need to text or email to check for spots beforehand. The classes are small and include breathwork which helps with emotional tensions and meditation which helps with mental tensions, postures for balance, strength, flexibility and endurance and deep meditative relaxation. I will guide you on how to practice according to your needs and abilities. You can move from class to class as available so if you need to miss a class, let me know asap so I can pencil you in for a make up on another day. New BEGINNERS may wish to try out either a private class or a general group class in the holidays before committing to the term to be sure it's a good fit and find a class that suits you as the classes do vary.
For those yogis that are familiar with the practices or are wanting a more physical class, there are classes that offer strong asana but you can also practice in a more subtle way if you are an advanced yogi who prefers a more meditative focus (how you practice will depend on what brings you back into balance and sometimes we need a stronger practice, sometimes we prefer it to be more slow and mindful). We will dive even deeper into the exploration of a variety of pranayama (breath work), mindfulness and meditation and theory as you learn how to integrate yoga into your life more fully. This style of yoga is classical. It will help develop strength, flexibility and balance of body, mind and spirit.
Follow the yogainhornsby facebook/insta page if you don't want to miss out on what's happening.
Our next visitors to the studio are the lovely Hannah who does bodywork like myself. She specialised in yin with MFR balls and her husband, Frank the amazing shamanic-type sound healer who will be delivering a 2 hour workshop for us on Sat 11 Jan 6-8pm. They are from Newcastle and also do private sessions as does our other Guest Soundhealer, Adrienne who lives just down the road. We have a number of amazing small businesses in this street including naturopaths, beauty therapists , reiki, etc, even other massage practitioners in case you want something different to what I offer as we all offer something a bit different and I'm always happy to share my favs with you and keep cards in the bathroom for you to take a pic. Some of them I haven't tried myself but most I have and they are amazing.
I have completed my myofascial release professional certificate and CST studies over the past couple of years and am really enjoying sharing these techniques which help to rebalance, release tension patterns, chronic pain, etc and also include intra-oral techniques useful for headaches, TMJ, etc. Ask more if interested :) I rarely post on social media but I will attempt to keep it up to date with events etc. There will be holiday classes in January 2025 during the break so you have the option to keep going if preferred. I can make up gift vouchers for Christmas or birthdays for any of the modalities/classes so if you'd like to try any other modalities, you could ask for a Christmas voucher and use it towards yoga or massage or CST/MFR! Oh and Hannah (The best yin and mfr coach) and Frank (her hubbie / sound guru), are planning on coming in the Jan hols and offering an MFR movement with sound workshop that I am so excited about and as she's in Newcastle, I hope to pick up some tips that I may attempt to incorporate at some point in the odd class! Let me know if interested in this too and I will make sure to contact you when I have the details!
MASSAGE
Did you know many healthfunds offer a number of massage sessions through practitioners who hold a provider number depending on what level of cover you have? The body I am with, AMT, covers most healthfunds so you might want to check if you are eligible. Usually people claim back but I'm finally looking into getting a HICAPS machine and upgrading my website to make it even more simple.
Massage sessions are 60 or 90minutes and you can choose a mixed session to also include myofascial release and ayurvedic lifestyle advice as well as yogic practices such as postures, breathing and meditation to support your recovery. Sometimes I include MFR or Craniosacral techniques if I think it will add to the effectiveness so if you are interested, always feel free to ask. The craniosacral sessions are extremely comforting and relaxing for the nervous system and many people report relief from pain, anxiety and other issues afterwards. MFR I usually combine with the massage if requested. It gets into scar tissue more effectively or areas where the tissue is hardened. It is usually at a slower pace and may feel quite soothing as you sink in gradually and wait getting into the deeper layers.
You wouldn't believe how much tension we hold in our arms so if you only have 30mins this is a good option and a 5 min facial massage can relieve sinus congestion, tension headaches etc. There are abdominal massages for digestive complaints and lower back, leg, shoulder and neck massages or a combination of all of these which can be decided prior to the massage. You may come for weekly, fortnightly, monthly or occasional session to simply help maintain wellbeing as part of a self care plan, relax or to keep on top of or support your current treatment plan.
I have completed my MFR professional certificate and Craniosacral 1 and 2 plus somatic energy release with Upledger. I charge the same for my time rather than the modality & these modalities like remedial can be claimed back using my provider number if you have a healthfund that massage is claimed under. They are all complimentary therapies that work well together and alongside other treatment at keeping you in balance or getting you back to balance which is a constant juggling act for some people more, than others depending on what you are dealing with whether ongoing struggles and health challenges or temporary stress.
Another option for some is chair massage, particularly good for office workers or anyone who prefers a quick neck and shoulder massage in their lunch break. It can be a comfortable way to have a relaxation pregnancy massage as my chair allows space for the belly and comes with chest support. Relaxation massage with oil or balm is great for anxiety or stress and relaxation. I usually prefer not to do home visits but understand that clients can temporarily be unable to come in which case I will come to you which has an additional home visit fee.
I most often use Tui balm which has the most wonderful ingredients for the skin and smells divine and it comes without scent too. I prefer it to oil as you can leave it on to nourish the skin rather than feeling the need to wash off oil straight off afterwards. I also offer remedial to help release trigger points or get a little deeper to release tension patterns or deep tissue and even sports massage. Feel free to call to discuss the difference if you are new to massage or unsure of which would suit you or you can ask before the session.
PRIVATE YOGA / YOGA THERAPY
Private yoga or yoga therapy for individuals, couples, families, friend or work groups are also available on request. Yoga therapy is for 1:1 (even groups with the same condition may have a different root cause and so may need a different practice to another person. Yoga therapy addresses specific physical, mental and emotional health goals and concerns and supports you in working through specific health challenges (physical, emotional or/and mental). A realistic home practice can be made up for you with pictures and instructions. A private class can be for one or more and can be used to increase confidence to join a group class and learn how to modify practices, which ones suit you and what to do instead. You can ask to record any of the practices, tools/techniques/relaxations/meditations to take home. It can be used as part of a self care day with loved ones or on your own where a group class isn't suitable or as preferred as it will be tailored to your specific needs. It can be either online via zoom or in studio. Once learned, if you feel the situation does change, you may feel in a position to try a group class. Or you may like to continue with the private class working to your specific needs.
Term 2 2025 (Mon 28 Apr-Thurs 26 Jun 2025)
You can book a trial session at any time before considering whether to enrol for the rest of the term or you can come casually. It is $30 for each 90min class when signed up and prebooked for the term or $35 as a casual (you need to check there's space each week in your preferred class if you are casual). Trial classes are $35. Included in enrolment is on-going support and yogic advice (happy to answer any questions) and if you miss a class and can't make up, a recording of the relaxation (if sick/preferred) can be emailed. Pre-bookings are essential due to limited spots. Classes are small (max of 8) and with sliding doors into a private garden under the shade of a mulberry tree which brings the seasons into the practice & room. In the winter evenings when it's dark and we can't see out, we have relaxation by candle light. I do use air conditioner and warm oil heater as needed but as people's temperature varies, please do bring a blanket/warm socks/top for deep relaxation when body temperature falls a lot. I have spares but if you feel the cold you may like to bring an extra one. If you are missing a few classes, you will either need to make them up on another day/evening that there is space, or pay the casual fee for the days you can make, checking availability for each class you wish to attend. Alternatively I can send you a relaxation recording.
YOGA - group classes (beginner or progressive)
There is a beginner class to suit complete beginners that is really light or stronger ones - whether you are unfit or experienced. Many people say they feel they are too inflexible for yoga but that is why you are coming. On social media, it often looks like only gymnasts do yoga but realistically, everyone can do it and there are several different options to practice each pose or alternatives to suit. Days and evenings (see tab to left re times). Pre-book via phone, text or email to secure your spot. If you miss a class you are welcome to make up on another day where there is a free spot or get a recording of the relaxation if you prefer. If I need to cancel, then I am happy to refund that class if preferred. Classes are small with a maximum of 8 people per class and plenty of natural light and air (we also have aircon on hot or cold days). The classes include pranayama (breathwork), meditation/meditative practices and yoga asana (postures to promote balance, flexibility, strength, endurance). Progressive classes usually include more advanced pranayama and meditation and theory! I LOVE teaching the science behind it.
Style of yoga
It is a therapeutic, classical, meditative, breath centered style of yoga and so accessible to beginners as well as advanced. There is an opportunity for rest after each posture. Although it helps develop strength and flexibility, it is also very restorative and has options to focus on what you need that day and practice as is right for you. I hope you will learn to practice intuitively over time and feel into what you need and know how to practice each pose to suit you.
Classes are 90 mins because they include the best bit - the breathing & deep relaxation at the end. So once you have done 60 mins of postures (with rests in-between which can be short or long as preferred), you get to lie down with back support if required and experience blissful meditative relaxation)! With Advanced classes, we delve into meditation more deeply. If you are interested in theory and yogic philosophy, I love to weave this in and teach you about what you are doing so you develop a practice that supports your individual needs and learn to adapt your practice according to this knowledge as well as bring it into your life. Occasionally people just want to do the exercise and not interested in the breathwork and relaxation and meditation in which case I imagine you'd prefer the gym. This is def. a body, mind, spirit class that includes practices for your whole being. It is just finding what practices work for us for all those levels. It is not about religion etc but obviously as we are addressing our whole self, we will have our own personal connection to this whatever it is. I follow no religion, certainly not blindly, but would call myself spiritual and open to infinite possibility and potential. I also have a scientific mind and I love learning and exploration. I am playful on occasional but I am also a bit of a rule follower at the same time when it makes sense - especially with safety so I can go on about the contraindications and be a bit over the top occasionally but the general rule of thumb is listen to your self and your own body and you will learn to trust your intuition and know what is right for you. In the meantime take head of my cautions but don't ignore your own needs and learn when you are ready to be guided by your own intuition as you learn to trust what you feel!
Beginners
There are boxes at the back and chairs so beginners have the option of starting here and finding their way. As classes are small, I guide each of you and there is always another way of doing a pose that suits you and making it challenging if you are physically very strong or modifying if you need to make it less strong. If you have health conditions or concerns, let me know on the form so I can guide you appropriately and find a class that suits you best.
Yoga Therapy - Private classes
I am a qualified Yoga Therapist, accredited by AAYT. I trained through Yoga Therapy Institute in Randwick with excellent teachers including Sal Flynn, Annette Louden and Kaye Tribe though the Satyananda yoga training I did is the most thorough and intensive I've ever come across.
Yoga therapy is a complimentary system of health care that empowers and supports individuals who want to manage their health issues using the principles and techniques of yoga. The techniques work with the whole individual (body, mind, spirit) rather than just a particular condition. It can be preventative, restorative, curative and palliative and is an evolving practice that is individualized to a client's specific health concerns to support them back to wellness/balance.
Personalise home practice & recordings
A short 20 min home practice can be drawn up with up to 6 practices and recordings can be taken home. You make a time to come back to fine tune, change and revise or for help to overcome challenges that stop you practicing. Some people come weekly for a while and some come fortnightly. Generally it takes a few sessions to iron out any bumps and then come back as an when if required. We can do this online if you live overseas.
Private Yoga
Private yoga is a chance to have a class and find out how to best modify a practice to suit your specific needs whether you need a lighter or stronger practice or an alternative one if you have a health concern. You can either be guided through a class, adapting as required or you can ask questions re tools that may help with specific issues. It is more general than yoga therapy.
A private class is great if you are new to yoga or need more confidence for a group class. It is also good if you want to go into more depth in certain areas or want guidance with your home practice or to learn tools to manage certain feelings or habits.
Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultation
I am a qualified Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant. I trained with Dr. Rama Prasad and Caroline Robertson through The Yoga Institute. This is based on finding balance. Everyone has a mixture of different strengths and qualities of nature (elements). People have different types of 'Doshas'/body types. Some people are more earthy in nature, others dominated by the water quality, fire, air or space. We are usually a combination of these. Depending on how we are made up, we may be naturally suited more to certain types of career, job and get depleted more easily in jobs that need more of a quality that we lack. We may find we feel better or worse eating too much/too little of certain types of food. We may find we become unbalanced during certain seasons/changes.
What does an Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant do?
An Ayurvedic lifestyle consultant asks questions to explore how a person came to be out of balance and uses tools to assess the qualities of the client when balanced and un-balanced. They look at the presenting issue and find methods to bring people back into balance looking at lifestyle choices and habits that could be changed. This can include tongue diagnosis, colour therapy, oils, activities, work, diet and a lot more.
Tongue diagnosis is one tool used to help confirm what is out of balance and although I don't often use this mainly due to the fact covid came fairly soon after I finished, but, if you are interested, I'm certainly happy to have a look and discuss it with you. You would need to send a clear picture of your tongue (wide open so I can see right to the back and all details) in good light. You can tell when there is a lack of alignment in the physical body as well as in the gut or mind or emotional body just by looking at the tongue!
Remedial Massage therapy, Deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, MFR, Craniosacral 1, 2 & SER1
I have a diploma from Evolve College in remedial massage which covers relaxation (Swedish) massage, deep tissue, sports massage and other types of massage to treat common problems like sciatica, tight muscles especially neck, shoulders, back and hamstrings etc. I offer relaxation, deep tissue which can help release emotional, mental and physical tensions just like yoga and if you have private health, you may qualify for a rebate using my provider number. Once I hand in my case studies, I have a Professional Certificate in myofacial release which I am very excited about as it has more specific techniques for treating chronic conditions of the neck, hips, pelvis, knees, limbs and TMJ, shoulders, etc. Please enquire if interested. I can either incorporate techniques as appropriate into your massage or you can book in for an entire session for the same cost of a massage. It is so relaxing and nourishing, particularly for the soul as we hold memory in our body in the form of tension patterns which can be released.
If you are coming for relaxation or stress relief, then it could be a combination of techniques to help you implement in your life, yoga practices and relaxation massage or deep meditative relaxation or for specific health concerns we may choose practices to relieve pain or bring balance and perhaps some remedial massage another week. I am here to support/help you get back to balance and empower you to make changes in your life so you can take your health into your own hands as much as possible. I can show you how to use certain techniques and draw on tools to help you manage a condition and improve your quality of life. For more information I am always happy to answer any questions.
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Location of Studio / Class
Beautiful purpose-built studio opening into a garden sanctuary: 15a Somerville Road, Hornsby Heights
Yoga in Hornsby acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of all the Lands and Waters we now call Australia and pays our respect to their Elders, Past, Present and Emerging.
Beautiful purpose-built studio opening into a garden sanctuary: 15a Somerville Road, Hornsby Heights
Yoga in Hornsby acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of all the Lands and Waters we now call Australia and pays our respect to their Elders, Past, Present and Emerging.