6:50 PM

Spotlight on: Bakasana

This arm balance resembles a crane (a large, long-legged and long-necked bird) wading in a pool of water. In India and across Asia, crane’s have long been seen as symbols of youth and good fortune. According to Japanese origami (paper folding) tradition, anyone who folds 1,000 cranes will be granted a wish – so what happens if we do 1,000 crane poses instead?!! Read More

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8:36 PM

Heart Opening Yoga – inviting courage and vulnerability

Backbends are often referred to as ‘heart opening’ poses and their many benefits are pretty clear. Physically – they stretch the hips, open the shoulders and chest, build strength in the legs, arms and back muscles and can even alleviate back and neck pain. Mentally and emotionally they invite courage and vulnerability, help us to face fears and remain calm in the face of difficult situations.   Read More

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10:23 PM

Spotlight On: Vrksasana

One of the first poses often taught to beginners, Vrksasana asks us to stand tall and balance on one foot to find steadiness in the body and to focus the mind. Read More

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5:07 PM

Spotlight on: Ardha Chandrasana

A favourite for beginners and more experienced yoga practitioners alike, Ardha Chandrasana is a wonderfully uplifting and liberating pose that allows the entire front body to expand and open outwards… Read More

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9:12 PM

Seniors Yoga – more than just stretching!

When Donald ‘Donny’ Muntz, answered the ad in the local paper looking for seniors to be part of The George Institute’s latest study, he never imagined that he’d become a dedicated yogi! Almost 8 years later and a lively 87 year-of-age, Donny along with his wife Kaiya (74), are regulars at our Thursday morning Senior’s Yoga class – you may have even seen Donny featured in some of our Facebook ads?! Read More

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5:19 PM

Bobby Clennell, Sydney, 2018

Bobby Clennell began studying in Pune with Guruji, B.K.S. Iyengar, in 1976. She did her teacher training with him and was certified directly by him. Bobby has returned to study in Pune over thirty times, and in addition to her teaching and writing, she is famous for her "Pune Guide". Read More

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3:50 PM

Holiday Yoga Sequence

You may be going away or your regular yoga class may not be running over the holidays, so how do you keep up your practice and what poses should you do? Here are some quick yoga sequences to help you keep your balance during this sometimes stressful and busy time. Read More

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10:42 PM

Standing Poses - Home Practice 

Standing poses are also known as Utthita Sthiti in Sanskrit and are considered the foundation of Iyengar Yoga Standing poses tone the legs and back muscles and prepare us for other poses that deal with forward-bending or back-bending movements.  They are also great for lifting our energy and building stamina. Read More

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12:17 AM

Yoga & Wellness Retreat

Going on a Yoga Retreat gives you the opportunity to take time out from the day to day, immerse yourself in the peace and tranquility of nature, be nourished with delicious vegetarian meals, whilst re connecting with yourself and your practice. Read More

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6:16 PM

Yoga for Colds & Flu

“Yoga has a threefold impact on health. It keeps healthy people healthy, it inhibits the development of diseases, and it aids in recovery from ill health.” – BKS Iyengar, Light on Life (p.60) Yoga not only delivers physical benefits like improved flexibility and increased strength, but also helps to regulate and boost the body’s immune system Read More

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