Movement : Meditation

Still the mind. Move the body. Transform from the inside out – Yoga for physical, mental and emotional balance, suffused with warm heartedness and compassion.

Timetable

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Mon

6.00-7.00am
Hatha Yoga Early
Suits all levels @Hubert St
9.15-10.15am
Gentle Hatha
Suits all levels @Banksia Tce
6.15-7.15pm – Starts 3 Feb
Beginners Yoga Course
Suits beginners @Hubert St

Tue

All morning
Be kind
To whomever you meet
6.00-7.00pm
Body mind balance
Suits all levels @Banksia Tce
6.15-7.15pm
Hatha Yoga
Suits all levels @Hubert St
7.30-8.30pm
Yin Yoga
Suits all levels @Hubert St

Wed

6.00-7.00am
Ashtanga Yoga
Suits all levels @Hubert St
9.30-10.30am
Yin Yang Yoga
Suits all levels @Hubert St
6.00-7.00pm
Yin Yoga
Suits all levels @Banksia Tce
6.30-7.30pm
Hatha Yoga
Suits all levels @Hubert St
6.30-7.30pm
Back Bending Course – starts 12 Feb
Suits all levels @Hubert St

Thu

9.30-10.30am
Hatha Yoga
Suits all levels @Hubert St
6.15-7.15pm
Yin Yoga
Suits all levels @Hubert St

Fri

6.00-7.00am
Hatha Yoga Early
Suits all levels @Hubert St
9.30-10.30am
Gentle Hatha Yoga
Suits all levels @Hubert St

Sat

8.30-9.30am
Arm Balance Yoga
Suits all levels @Hubert St
9.45-10.45am
Gentle Hatha
Suits all levels @Hubert St
11.00am-12.15pm – starts 8 Feb
Foundations of Meditation Course
Suits all levels @Hubert St
All arvo
No Classes
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Sun

9:00-10:15am
Ashtanga Yoga
Suitable for all @Hubert St

Upcoming events

Back Bending Course – starts 12 Feb

$72.00

Back Bending Course

4 weeks on Wednesdays 6:30 – 7:30m @ Hubert St – with Rob

Starts Wednesday 12 February 2020

For these four weeks, Robs regular Wednesday night class will focus on preparing for back bending.  Although this sounds like all the focus will be on your back, it will include opening, preparing and strengthening the shoulders, chest, legs and the spine – the body and mind united holistically. Rob will also touch on the fear that can arise when we practice backbends, and how to accept and lean into the fear.

 

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Sound Bath with Clare, 28 February 6:45 pm

$25.00

Friday 28 February 6:45 – 7:45pm @ Hubert St – Sky above, Earth below, Peace within

Sound Bath is a meditative event, intentionally using sound to invite therapeutic, gentle rest.

This offering is dedicated to Peace Within and honouring our great teachers of peace and stillness.

Jai Guru Deva, Om 

Nothing’s gonna change my world 

Nothing’s gonna change my world 

Nothing’s gonna change my world

In 1967 the Beatles travelled to Rishikesh to meet Maharishi Mahesh Yogi whose transcendental meditation teachings focused on creating peace in the world – heavily influenced by the verse of the Gita.  His method for achieving this is creating peace within.  He was a guru for Mick Jagger, Marianne Faithful, Brian Jones and the Beach Boys.  In 1968 he travelled to California, to Dc for meetings at the UN and lectured at UCLA, Harvard, Yale and Berkley.  

In Rishikesh the Beatles wrote 48 songs of which 40 were hits.  One was Across the Universe a dedication to their Guru and to cultivating peace within.  Jai Guru Deva Om.  

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Open Heart : Open Mind Workshop – Sat 23 February 10:30am-12:30pm

$40.00

Sat 23 February 10:30am-12:30 @ Hubert St with Jude

The yoga practice generally progresses from the coarse layers of our body/ lives to the subtle layers of the body/ mind.  Our lifestyle does influence our yoga practice and, as our awareness refines, we may notice our yoga practice informing and influencing our lifestyle.

As we progress into the coarse layers of the body, a slow flow yoga practice will follow, suitable for all levels of practitioner that will focus on opening the physical heart space – loosening and strengthening around the chest, upper back, shoulders and neck.  The practice will centre around moving mindfully and skilfully so as to nurture the body.

As the body opens, it creates a conducive environment for the mind/ heart has space to open.  We will explore ways of bringing about positive mind states, based on research that shows how compassionate and loving kindness mind training could lead to significant reductions in depression, anxiety, self-criticism, and shame; and could increase feelings of social connection and positivity. 

With this in mind we will conclude with a meditation to tap into the more subtle layers to warm the heart and expand the mind.

On the topic of the health of supporting a healthy lifestyle, and our anatomical heart, Dani Jose (nutritionist) will give you some information on eating for heart health to take with you at the conclusion of the practice.

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Foundations of Meditation Course

$72.00

Foundations of Meditation

Four weeks on Saturdays 11:00am – 12:15pm @ Hubert St – with Rob and Jude

Starts Saturday 8 February to 29 Feb 2020 

Science has recognised the benefits of a regular meditation practice in calming the mind and emotions, however, often we jump in without lay the groundwork.  We will be looking at the different aspects required to set up for success to establish the practice.

 

In this four week course you will:

  • Learn the foundations of attentional balance meditation – sometimes called settling or mindfulness mediation, to calm the mind
  • Practice and discuss these techniques in a supportive environment aimed as empowering you to develop your own meditation practice
  • Discover how these meditations fit within a larger practice of calming the mind, cultivating the nurturing aspects of the heart and analysing our experiences.

This course is open to those new to meditation.   And to those with some experience, including those that have completed the CEB previously, as there is an emphasis on practicing the techniques with which you are familiar.

Each session will comprise of a short talk, one or two meditation practices and a short discussion.

 

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Beginners Foundation Course – Iyengar Yoga

$180.00

Beginners Foundation Course – Iyengar Yoga

Ten weeks on Mondays 6:15 – 7:15pm @ Hubert St – with May-Lin

Starts Monday 3 February 2020 to 6 April.

This course is for every body – those new to yoga and those that wish to continue to explore the foundations of the yoga practice.  If you have had a break from yoga, this course will help to get you back into the routine of a regular practice.

 

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Thailand Yoga Retreat – Deposit

$500.00

We are excited to announce:

Yoga Retreat 2020
Koh Samui, Thailand

15 – 19 Sept 2020
With Rob & Jude

A yoga retreat grounded in contemplative practices on a tropical island next to the beach.

Our morning yoga practice of asana, pranayama and meditation are intended to allow you to observe your mind, creating calmness, clarity, and attentional stability, whilst rejuvenating, strengthening and relaxing the body.

On most days the we will offer late afternoon yoga practice (before dinner) which will be more restful, relaxing and rejuvenating with an emphasis on maintaining mindfulness and creating openness and ease in the body.

The retreat is structured to allow you to experience the discipline and benefits of daily yoga practice.  There is also ample time to experience the Thai culture and lush natural environment of Koh Samui.

Our Thailand Yoga retreat is open to beginners or those with some yoga experience.

Samahita Retreat, Koh Samui

Venue
Our hosts at Samahita retreat have create a beautiful oasis built to support the practice and study of yoga.  Samahita Retreat opens to a beautiful, non-touristy beach. The tide moves with the moon on a daily and monthly basis, revealing a wider open beach or deeper swimming waters, highest at the end of the year and lowest in the middle.

The rooms are set back from the main beachfront facilities perfect for quiet contemplation and relaxation. Eco-friendly buildings make use of cross-ventilation, natural lighting, rainwater harvesting, and offer both mosquito screens and fans and air conditioning.


Room Options

Single Room – $2100 AUD pp

Semi-private Room – $1950 AUD pp – shared bathroom

Inclusions

  • Morning hatha yoga and meditation – 4 sessions
  • Early evening yin/ restorative yoga and yoga nidra practice – 3 sessions
  • Evening meditation – 4 sessions
  • 4 nights accomodation
  • Morning tea/ snack, brunch and dinner
  • Group return airport transfers
  • Massage at the Wellness Centre
  • Use of beach front pool and herbal steam room
  • Complimentary use of paddle boards, kayaks, snorkelling trips in your spare time.

Exclusion

  • Airfares
  • Visas (6 months validity on passport required)
  • Additional room charges, food or drinks (outside of meals provided)
  • Adequate travel insurance to cover the duration of your stay (required)
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