What's Happening up until Christmas

Friday 1 December at the Studio

Free Christmas Class 5.45pm

Gathering 6.45pm

As usual, we will get together as a community for a free class and nibblies to celebrate the end of another year of learning and practising yoga together.  Please come along to the class, or pop your head in the door and say hello when the class finishes.

5.45-6.45pm - Free class (please book your place)
6.45-7.45pm - Catch up for a chat and nibblies.

If possible, can you please book online for this free class.  Please remember to cancel your attendance if you can't be there on the night.  There will also be a list at the studio for those who don't use online bookings.  If you are able to bring a small plate to share after the class, that would be wonderful, but not necessary.

Fiona, Kim and I would love to see as many students there as possible.

Book Christmas Class:  https://orangeyogaroom.punchpass.com/classes/14251824

Classes 18-23 December

Term 4 finishes officially on Saturday 16 December.  However, I will teach a few Restorative Classes during the week leading up to Christmas.  All classes will be focused on relieving stress, taking time out to breathe, moving slowly and steadily, and staying grounded.  Here are the dates. Please look carefully at the times:

Monday 18 December 6.00-7.30pm 

Tuesday 19 December 6.15-7.30pm

Wednesday 20 December 6.00-7.30pm (tbc)

Thursday 21 December  9.30-11.00am.

Book as usual with your pass or purchase a casual pass to attend.  All students welcome.  

The studio will be closed until Monday 15 January.  We will have casual classes on the timetable for two weeks until we resume with a full timetable on Monday 29 January 2024.

Please note that all passes expire on 22 December 2023.  We will start with new passes and a clean slate in 2024.

 

January Intensive

Friday 19, Saturday 20, Sunday 21, and

Monday 22 January 2024

I love, love, love teaching the Intensive each year.  The New Year is an opportunity to start with a clean slate, to set goals and to move forward in a way that's free of the past.  There is a freshness and a lightness to the New Year which is well suited to the mindset of Intensives.  Intensives are designed to focus your awareness on your yoga practice in a way that you wouldn't necessarily do by simply coming to class each week.  We can look more deeply into different aspects of asana and pranayama as well as restorative asanas.  It can give students clarity and insight into their practice and allows us to start the New Year with energy and positivity.  The Intensive is open to all students who have a solid foundation in basic standing poses, shoulder stand and halasana.  As numbers are limited, priority will be given to students who attend all 7 sessions.  There are options for 5 and 6 sessions but it is preferable to do the whole Intensive.   I will consider taking 4 session bookings if we have places available closer to the time.


Dates and Times:

Friday 19 January - 5.45-7.15pm
Saturday 20 January - 8.30-10.30am and 4.30-6.00pm
Sunday 21 January - 8.30-10.30am and 4.30-6.00pm
Monday 6.30-8.00am and 5.45-7.15pm.


Investment

7 sessions - $280.00
6 sessions - $260.00
5 sessions - $240.00.

Book all 7 sessions on the link below.  If you wish to book 5 or 6 sessions, please place your name on the list at the studio and pay a deposit of $40 which is nontransferable and nonrefundable.

Book 7 Sessions of Intensive:  https://orangeyogaroom.punchpass.com/classes/14251558.

 

 



 

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A 10-Week Pranayama Journey with Fiona: Calm Your Nervous System

Pranayama 

If you're looking to find peace and balance, breathing exercises might be exactly what you need. Our 10-week pranayama sessions with Fiona is designed to guide you through ancient yogic breathing techniques that calm your nervous system and help you feel more grounded.

Pranayama, the yogic practice of conscious breathing, is one of the most accessible and powerful tools for managing stress and anxiety.  I have found it essential for creating a clear steady, mind.  It does require time to practice, like all good things.  So make a start with Fiona each Friday morning.  Fiona will start with basics and give you clear instructions to practice and observe within yourself.

Why Calm Your Nervous System 

When your nervous system is in overdrive, it affects everything—your sleep, your digestion, your mood, and your ability to focus. Pranayama activates your parasympathetic nervous system, often called your "rest and digest" response, helping you shift out of fight-or-flight mode and into a state of deep relaxation.

Over 10 weeks, you'll notice improvements in how you feel both on and off the mat, especially if you practice at home as well as coming into the studio.  Many students report better sleep, reduced anxiety, improved concentration, and a greater sense of calm in their daily lives.  Single sessions are also available.

Join Fiona 

With Fiona's expert guidance and a manageable commitment of just 45 minutes per session, you'll discover how powerful your breath can be.  Students need to have a foundation in asana practice before commencing pranayama.  Talk to your teacher if you are interested in joining Fiona.  Book links below.

10-Week Pass:  https://orangeyogaroom.punchpass.com/catalogs/purchase/pass/270613?check=1789899522

Casual Pass:  https://orangeyogaroom.punchpass.com/catalogs/purchase/pass/272366?check=1791418371

 

Yoga Basics Class - 11.30am Saturday 10 October

Hi yoga friends,

I am teaching a Yoga Basics class on Saturday 10 October at 11.30am.  This class is perfect for those wanting to 'try' yoga, or for those returning to yoga from a break.  We will work steadily through some of the basic yoga poses, including a relaxation segment at the end of the class.  You will leave feeling rested, energised and ready for the weekend!

Everyone is very welcome to attend so if you have a family member or friend who would like to join me, please pass this on.

 

Use this link to book:  https://orangeyogaroom.punchpass.com/catalogs/purchase/pass/272289?check=1791358724

See you on the mat!

October Holiday Timetable

Hello to our wonderful students!

As you know, we work in 10 week terms (in line with school terms).  During the school holidays we go to a slightly reduced timetable.  During his two week period, all classes are general in nature, which means they are open to all students from any level or any class.  So please come along to whatever class you can get to, and keep up your practice.  The timetable is below.


 Monday 28 September

9.00-10.00am Chair Yoga with Kim

6.00-7.30pm General Class with Tricia

Tuesday 29 September

6.00-7.30pm General class with Tricia

Thursday 1 October

9.30-11.00am General class with Kim

2.00-3.00pm Chair Yoga with Fiona.

Wednesday 7 October

7.00-8.00am General Class with Sharon

9.30-10.45am General class with Sharon

6.00-7.30pm General Class with Fiona

Thursday 8 October

2.00-3.00pm Chair Yoga with Fiona

6.00-7.30pm General class with Kim

Saturday 10 October

7.30-8.30am General Class with Sharon.

Book online as usual:  https://orangeyogaroom.com.au/pages/timetable.

Our regular timetable and Term 3 resumes on Monday 12 October.

See you on the mat!

 

Weekend Workshop with Lulu Bull

We are so excited to have Lulu Bull teaching a weekend workshop at our studio next month.  Lulu's teachings are clear, concise and full of ideas to take home and practice.  

Lulu 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 40 years of dedicated practice, Lulu has developed a keen eye and intuitive understanding, bringing clarity and insight into her teaching.

This workshop is open to students with 6 months experience.

Saturday 3.00-5.00pm – Restorative and Pranayama

Sunday 9.00-11.30am - Asana

Investment - $100 

Contact the studio to book.

Timetable this Week starting 13 July

Hi all,

As you know we are in week 2 of our holiday classes.  The offerings for this week are:

Monday 13 July

9.00 Chair Yoga - Kim

6.00pm General Class - Tricia

Tuesday 14 July

7.00am Flow Class - Fiona

Wednesday 15 July

6.00pm General Class - Fiona

Thursday 16 July

9.30am General Class - Tricia

2.00pm Chair Yoga - Fiona.

Saturday 18 July

7.30am General Classification - Kim.

 

Please join us and stay fit and warm during this colder weather.   We start back on our regular timetable on Monday 20 July.

A reminder that Lulu's Workshop is on 12 and 13 September.  All students would benefit from Lulu's teachings and this is a great opportunity to gain insight into your practice and build your knowledge base around the subject of yoga.

 

See you on the mat!

 

July Holiday Timetable

The July school holidays are here - I can't believe we are half way through the year!!!  Our skeleton timetable means we're running a curated selection of classes throughout the holidays, so you can stay connected to your practice.

Winter is in full swing, and keeping up with your yoga practice is one of the best ways to support your immune system during the colder months. 

Check our July holiday timetable below to find a class that fits your schedule, and we'll see you on the mat.  ALL CLASSES ARE OPEN TO ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE.  All students welcome.

Monday 6 July

9.00am Chair Yoga - Kim

6.00pm General Class - tbc

Tuesday 7 July

6.00pm Specialty Class - Focus on a chair to open and release the body - Kim

Wednesday 8 July

7.00am General Class - Sharon

9.30am General Class - Sharon

 Saturday 11 July

7.30am General Classification - Tricia

Monday 13 July

9.00 Chair Yoga - Kim

6.00pm General Class - Tricia

Tuesday 14 July

7.00am Flow Class - Fiona

Wednesday 15 July

6.00pm General Class - Fiona

Thursday 16 July

9.30am General Class - Tricia

2.00pm Chair Yoga - Fiona.

Saturday 18 July

7.30am General Classification - Kim.