July Holiday Timetable and Five Reasons you Should Keep Coming to Class during Winter

Hello to our lovely yoga students and yoga friends,

A quick reminder that the current term concludes on Saturday 6 July with the last class being Kim's 7.30am General Class.  Then we are in school holiday territory where we operate on a slightly reduced timetable (see timetable below).  I realise it's well and truly Winter but there are a million reasons to maintain your practice over the coming months, and particularly over the July holidays.  Here are five.

1. Reduce Stress Levels

With all the hustle and bustle of daily life, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and stressed. Yoga is a great way to relax and unwind, helping to lower cortisol levels and promote a sense of calm. By attending holiday yoga classes, you can combat the stress that often comes with school holidays juggling work and children.

2. Boost Your Immune System

During the winter months, it's important to take care of your immune system. Yoga can help boost your immune system by increasing circulation, improving lymphatic flow, and reducing inflammation. By attending holiday yoga classes, you can support your body's natural defenses and stay healthy throughout the season.

3. Stay Active and Fit

With all the holiday treats and indulgences, it's easy to let your fitness routine slide. Attending yoga classes during the holidays is a great way to stay active and maintain your fitness level. Yoga can help improve flexibility, strength, and balance, keeping you in shape during this the Winter months.

4. Cultivate Mindfulness and Gratitude

Winter is often a great time for reflection and gratitude. Yoga can help you cultivate mindfulness and gratitude by focusing on the present moment and connecting with your breath. By attending yoga classes, you can take time for yourself, practice gratitude, and cultivate a sense of inner peace.

5. Connect with a Community

Yoga classes offer a supportive and welcoming community where you can connect with like-minded individuals. Attending holiday yoga classes is a great way to meet new people, make friends, and feel a sense of belonging. Joining a yoga community can provide you with the support and encouragement you need to stay motivated and committed to your practice.

So, why not make time for yourself this Winter and attend yoga classes? Whether you're looking to reduce stress, boost your immune system, stay active, cultivate mindfulness, or connect with a community, our classes offer a multitude of benefits for your mind, body, and spirit.

 

July Holiday Timetable

Week 1

Monday 8 July 6.00-7.30pm General Class with Tricia

Tuesday 9 July 6.15-7.15pm General Class with Tricia

Wednesday 10 July 5.45-7.15pm General Class with Fiona

Thursday 11 July 9.30-11.00am General Class with Tricia.

Thursday 11 July 5.45-6.45pm General Class with Kim.

 

Week 2

Wednesday 17 July 9.30-10.45am General Class with Sharon

Wednesday 17 July 6.00-7.00pm Forward Bend Focus with Kim (open to all students).

 

Our regular timetable starts again on Monday 22 July.  

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Sound Bath 4.00-6.00pm Saturday 5 October

Let yourself be taken on a wonderful journey while being immersed by high vibrational sounds of amazing Gongs, Tibetan and Alchemy Crystal Singing Bowls, Shaman Drum, Chimes, Overtone Xylophone, Monochord and beautiful Channeled Toning that will transmit powerful codes for healing, inspiration and connection to the higher realms.

A Sound Bath will bring you into a deep state of relaxation, stimulating the innate healing abilities of your body. It helps pain relief, the release of calming hormones, improves the immune system and sleep quality. It offers the opportunity to be away from daily concerns and just surrender to the flow of beautiful, soothing sounds making you feel uplifted and supported.

Paulien Gort is an experienced Sound Healer who runs regular Sound Baths in Sydney. Bringing in her experience with shamanic healing, she facilitates powerful shifts on a physical/emotional/spiritual level.


Link to book on Humantix: https://events.humanitix.com/sound-bath-orange

Saturday 5 October 8.00-9.15am - Yoga for Neck and Shoulders

Do you have tight shoulders and neck muscles?  On Saturday we will go through the asanas that release this area and the asanas that strengthen and mobilise this area.  This class is open to all levels of experience and is valuable information for all students.  Use link below to book:

https://orangeyogaroom.punchpass.com/classes/15376235

 

Yoga for Children and Young Adults - October Holidays

School holidays are almost here and we are offering classes and workshops to provide some educational fun for all age groups.  Come along and enjoy the fun and learn some new skills.  Times and dates are below:

Wednesday 2 October

9.30-11.00am - Yoga for Children 5-11yrs + Bath Bomb Workshop

This class explores yoga poses with guidance from the teacher and some input from the children.  We focus on mindfulness, observation, listening, concentration, and learning to be still.  The yoga poses are taught without expectation or judgment to encourage participation and confidence.   The class will be loads of fun and build skills and team work.  Following the class we will make bath bombs which your children can take home.  Please bring a plastic container to carry them home in.

11.15am-12.45pm Yoga for 12yrs+ and Natural Perfume Workshop

This class teaches various yoga poses in action.  It's dynamic and teaches coordination, focus, mindfulness and observation.  We will work as a team and work as individuals to listen, observe and work steadily through the class.  The students will also have some input and contribute to the poses we learn as a group.  At the end of the class there will be a relaxation segment - a time to be quiet and look inwards.  We will observe our breath and learn to settle ourselves and be still.
After the Class we will make a natural perfume in a roller ball which can be taken home.  There will be a choice of essential oils including base notes which are grounding, top notes which are typically energising such as citrus oils, and everything in between.
Use the links below to purchase a pass and book the class (discounts for siblings).  

October Holiday Timetable + Led Practice

Hello there students of The Yoga Room!  

As the weather warms up and we adjust to the transition into Spring, it's important to be consistent with your yoga practice.  This will support you to maintain stability during changes in the elements.   Next week we have quite a few classes on the timetable.  The timetable is below and now includes a Led Practice session in the studio with Sharon on Wednesday 9 October from 6.30-7.30am.  All sessions are open to all students so please come along and maintain a consistent practice, ready for Term 4 which commences on Monday 14 October.

Holiday Timetable Week 2

Tuesday 8 October
6.15-7.30pm Relax and Restore class with Tricia
 
Wednesday  9 October
6.30-7.30am Led Practice with Sharon
9.30-10.45am General class with Sharon
 
Thursday 11 October
5.45-6.45pm General class focussing on twists and lower back.

Saturday 13 October
8.00-9.15am General class with Kim.
 
 
The last day of Term 4 is Saturday 21 December.  Use the link below to book all classes.  https://orangeyogaroom.punchpass.com

See you on the mat!

 

 

Weekend Workshop with Lulu Bull Snr Teacher 16 & 17 November

Hello Yoga students and friends,

We are so excited to have Lulu Bull again this year to teach at our studio in November.  
Lulu Bull is a senior Iyengar Teacher Level 3. She is the
director and principal teacher at the Blue Mountains Iyengar
Yoga Studio. Lulu has strong ties to the Iyengar family, having
been a direct student of BKS Iyengar. With over 30 years of
dedicated practice, Lulu has developed a keen eye and
intuitive understanding, bringing clarity and insight into her
teaching.
Lulu's workshop is always popular amongst our student base and is open to Iyengar students with at least 6 months experience of yoga.  It's a wonderful opportunity to learn from an experienced and insightful teacher and I encourage all our students to come along.
Use this link to purchse a pass for the weekend workshop:

https://orangeyogaroom.punchpass.com/passes/209200?check=1723694485

Holiday Timetable Week Commencing Monday 15 July

This is week 2 of our holiday timetable.  Classes available this week are:

Wednesday 17 July 9.30-10.45am - General Class with Sharon

Wednesday 17 July 6.00-7.00pm - Focus on Forward Bends with Kim.

Brave the cold, come into the warm studio and be consistent with your yoga practice.  It will reward you with support for the immune system, good circulation through mindful movement and a settling of the nervous system and the mind.  

Term 3 starts on Monday 22 July with our regular timetable.  Use the link below to book all classes.

See you on the mat. 

https://orangeyogaroom.punchpass.com