Moore Street Yoga Room, Austinmer

30/10/2024

A change to Saturday mornings from Nov, 9, 2024:
8am - 9:30am Led-class with Johnny (experienced)
10am - 11:30am General class with Johnny (all levels)

Saturday mornings at 8am, from Nov. 9, will be a Led-class for experienced yogis.
In a led-class you are guided through a sequence whilst the teacher leads from the front. Instructions are given, while at the same time, there is more emphasis on a student's own responsibility for their practice. Personal help is, of course, given when appropriate; we work together! The led-class is suitable for experienced practitioners: a familiarity with sirsasana (head stand) and sarvangasana (shoulder stand) and/or suitable alternatives is preferred. If you are unsure if this class is for you; come along to a general class with Johnny and he can advise you 🙏

30/10/2024

Introducing Jenny Beachum, Tuesdays 7-8am, Vinyasa, at the Moore Street Yoga Room.

The writer John O’Donoghue said, “When one flower blooms, spring awakens everywhere”. It is at this time of year that a routine dog-walk places you inside a kaleidoscope of colour as jasmine, gardenia & azalea bloom while scent & movement surround you. Cockatoos, rosellas, lorikeets and galahs, just to name a few, are frequent companions in the air and perched on tree branches, fences and patches of grass. Insects flitter here and there with bees enjoying the white clover blooms along the footpath. Walking up Moore Street I reflect on how the yoga space is nestled between the glorious green softness of the escarpment and the sparkling majesty of the ocean. And look - a whale! What a special place to live and practice yoga together.

The gift of spring is that each time we step outside we are greeted with sights that are spectacularly different and remarkable. It reminds us of the beauty and hopefulness of new beginnings in each moment, each morning, each time we turn up to our mat. This isn’t to say that we should discount past experiences, but rather it is an opportunity to practice acceptance, to purposefully keep what serves us and let the rest go to make space for all that is possible. It takes all the stages of growth to enable a plant to bloom.

This intention will form the foundation of classes that I will teach in the coming weeks. My 60-minute vinyasa classes always offer a well-rounded, balanced practice with modifications and extensions to suit your energy level on the day. Inspired by nature, we will move together to gently awaken and energise our bodies and minds to establish lightness and motivation for life in the big wild world. This will include accessible backbends, twists and balances woven through our flow. As always, yoga practice offers an invaluable opportunity to connect to ourselves, each other and the natural world around us. I am so pleased to be joining you here at MSYR alongside such experienced and caring teachers and I look forward to seeing you in class soon.

Check our Teachers' Page for Jenny's contact details

21/10/2024

I’m keen to get this class back up and running! Children’s Yoga and Mindfulness, starting this Wed 23rd Oct 4-5pm at the Moore Street Yoga Room (5-10 years). Trial classes available this or next week. I have a few ready to start so we just need a few more. I’d love to welcome your child 🧒 👦. This class has been running for 12 years here (apart from last term)!

We do yoga through play, calling on group and individual creativity. It's fun! With an atmosphere of togetherness, kindness, respect and inclusiveness. The Mindfulness program and guided relaxation are when we get quiet, and are often where we find the peaceful moments. At times these shared moments are deeply peaceful. These classes are inclusive of all children, and I teach to see the gold in all of them.

Benefits:

- Increasing strength, flexibility and body awareness.

- Exploring breathing & relaxation skills - for increasing calm and balancing the nervous system.

- Building self-esteem, self kindness, and skills for empathy

- Increasing concentration and emotional regulation.

You can find booking details via my website www.erikasteller.com.au or please feel free to get in touch for any questions at all. erika.steller@gmail.com, 0427131701