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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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

 

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.  

https://orangeyogaroom.punchpass.com

 

International Yoga Day Friday 21 June

Are you looking to celebrate International Yoga Day in a meaningful way? At the Yoga Room we celebrate this day each year and invite our community to join us.

What is International Yoga Day?

International Yoga Day is celebrated on June 21st every year to raise awareness about the many benefits of practicing yoga. It is a day to promote physical, mental, and spiritual well-being through the practice of yoga.

How we are Celebrating?

We are holding a free class from 6.00-7.00pm followed by soup and dahl whilst watching a yoga related film.  There is no cost but if you would like to bring something sweet like a slice for our dessert, that would be lovely.

Please book for the online class using the link below.  We would love to see you.

https://orangeyogaroom.punchpass.com/classes/15376261

Timetable for Term 2

Term 2 commences on Monday 29 April.  We are looking forward to seeing you back in class after a week's break in the timetable. 

A few points to note:

  • Sharon is returning to teaching from her 12month Sebatical and will resume teaching the Gentle Class on Wednesday morning in early June.
  • Fiona is on leave and Kim will teach the Intermediate class for a few weeks.
  • We will no longer use PunchPass as our booking system.

A previous email has been sent about how we are proceeding to book and pay for classes in Term 2. 

 

Term 2 Passes

I am offering the following passes for Term 2:

10 Class Pass - $240.00 ($24 per class)
20 Class Pass - $400.00 ($20 per class - you are welcome to direct deposit weekly, fortnightly or monthly for this pass)
5 Class Pass - $130.00 ($26 per class)
Casual Pass - $28.00
Concession Casual Pass - $25.00.

You are also welcome to pay cash to the teacher on the day or at the beginning of the term.

I am working on a new online booking system but if you wish to pay for your classes before term starts, you can deposit into The Yoga Room bank account at any time.  Please email me for details.

Below is a link to the Term 2 Timetable.  Please note we will no longer have Led Practice on a Wednesday morning.  

I'm looking foward to seeing you all back on the mat.


https://orangeyogaroom.com.au/pages/timetable.
 

See you in class next week.

Namaste

Tricia

Easter Holiday Update

We are observing the public holidays over the Easter break as follows:

There will be no classes on Good Friday.

Kim will teach the 7.30am Saturday morning class in the studio and online.  Book as usual through Punchpass.

There is no class on Easter Monday but for those students who cannot attend another class next week, there is a recorded class which you can access by booking the class as usual.  Once you've booked the class, at 6.00pm on Easter Monday log into your Punchpass account.  You will see the recorded class sitting in your class reservations list ready to be played.  Press Play and enjoy!  

Have a fantastic Easter and I hope you can enjoy some time to relax and enjoy the sun.