Ashtanga Yoga Melbourne

03/09/2025

Do you have a practice that helps you feel truly comfortable in your own skin? 🌿

I never thought that was possible until I took my first Ashtanga Yoga class in London, 1997. I was in my mid-20s, working as a nurse and my Iyengar teacher suggested I try Ashtanga with while they were on extended leave.
I’d never heard of Ashtanga Yoga, so I showed up to a led class. I was totally confused (!), yet utterly captivated by the flowing movements, breath connection, and that rare sense of embodiment. I was hooked! 💫

So, I signed up for John’s weekend beginner’s course, then committed myself Mysore - style classes 5 day/wk. By year’s end I was on my way to Mysore, South India to practice with Shri K. Pattabhi Jois and his grandson, Sharath. The shala was also their family home, I felt welcomed and had a profound sense of acceptance and being seen exactly as I am. It was quite amazing. This feeling plus the love of Ashtanga Yoga and the process kept me returning to Mysore and to my teachers for the next 20 years.

Through sharing this practice I aim to pass on what I have learnt from my teachers and my years of experience. Acceptance, perseverance, dedication and devotion and of course, the inspiration to keep stepping onto the mat and see what unfolds.

I’ll be teaching a Beginner’s workshop this Saturday, 6th September, 3 - 4.30pm up at West End Hall here in Castlemaine.

If you are curious about the transformative path of Ashtanga Yoga please head to my website for further information and to book your spot. 💫

Swipe left to see pics of me with Guruji & Sharathji, Lakshmipuram, 2000 and the “new shala” Gokulam, 2003. ❤️

29/08/2025

Spring Yoga Challenge at Ashtanga Yoga Castlemaine!
1st - 27th September

Spring is in the air. Take the opportunity to harness this uplifting energy within yourself by committing to a consistent yoga practice in September.
Accept the challenge and come along to 10 classes from the 1st - 27th September.
Morning Tea - Saturday, the 27th. Following class, we will come together for a chat, chai & morning tea. Everyone welcome!

When we commit to simply showing up as we are, nothing more or less, practice becomes a gift to ourselves which has the potential to bring clarity into our daily activities. Also, you just feel good!

This challenge is open to all students of all levels, beginners are very welcome.
*Students who complete the challenge will receive 10% off their next pass :)

I look forward to seeing you on the mat! 🌸❤️🙏

19/08/2025

And the day came
when the risk
to remain tight in a bid
was more painful
than the risk
it took to bloom.
-Anais Nin 🌸

Feeling the awakening and potential of Spring. ☺️

17/06/2025

I’ll be teaching my monthly Melbourne Mysore class and conference this Sunday at Glow Dance in North Fitzroy, 8-10am.

Come and warm yourself from the inside out on this winter solstice weekend. Now is the perfect time to focus internally on our breath, steady ourselves and through our practice feel and embody our connection with all beings everywhere.
May there be peace. ❤️🔥

See you then 🙏

06/06/2025

03/06/2025

A blurry Marichyasana C on a chilly morning in Castlemaine.

I am forever grateful that I have this practice so that I can be responsible for my own well-being, strengthen my physical and subtle body and just have the agency to be fully here, present to what is happening.
It’s gotten cold here in Castlemaine, but that doesn’t mean I don’t practise. Now is the time I need it more, to move my blood, decrease stagnation and feel good about being alive.
Beat the winter blues, keep up your practice! 🥰🙏

There are still a few spaces available in my workshop, Breaking Down the Primary Series, happening this Saturday, 2-4pm at West End Hall, Castlemaine. Please see website for further info. Bookings essential.

02/06/2025

Really enjoyed back strap weaving with on the weekend. It was time to slow down, enjoy the sunshine and see what emerged from learning this ancient weaving technique. So wonderful 🥰

26/05/2025

Ever wondered why there are 3 Janu Sirsasanas? What’s the point of Marichyasana B?
Join Karyn for a 2 hr workshop exploring these questions and more!

This will be a practical workshop looking at technique, benefits, sequencing and how this beautiful sequence of vinyasa and asana can bring steadiness and ease into our daily life.

Make it a day of Ashtanga Yoga in the ‘Maine! Come along to our Mysore class in the morning, 7-8.30am and then this workshop in the afternoon 😊. West End Hall will be nice and warm!

❤️

Further information on the website.

21/05/2025

Join me for Mysore class and conference this Sunday in Melbourne, 8 - 10am North Fitzroy. Looking forward to being in the big smoke and connecting with the AYM community. See you there! 🥰

07/05/2025

Are you curious about the practice and path of Ashtanga yoga? Would you like to build a sustainable yoga practice to support and nourish you on a daily basis?

I’m teaching a 1.5hr Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga this Sunday at West End Hall here in Castlemaine. This workshop is perfect for anyone curious about Ashtanga yoga and would like to learn more about the benefits of regular yoga practice and how to start. No experience is necessary! It will also benefit those who have had a break from practice and would like to reconnect with their practice.

I’ve been teaching Ashtanga yoga for over 24 years and have probably introduced 100’s of people to this beautiful practice. I love sharing what I love and what has nourished and supported me throughout my adult life. I hope to see you there! 🙏

More information on my website.
📸 - a flashback to AYM Flinders lane studio 🥰

30/04/2025

I just taught my first Thursday class at Over the Moon Dance Studios here in Castlemaine! I can report that the room is warm, cosy and my feet didn’t get cold 😊.
Thanks to those who turned up!
Please join me on Thursday mornings 7-8am, for an hour of open level Ashtanga yoga. This is a warming, balancing class with instruction and support. A great way to start your day. 💕

29/04/2025

Join me on Thursday mornings, 7-8am, for an hour long open level class focusing on the foundations of Ashtanga yoga. We will work with our breath and postures in the vinyasa format to quieten the mind and strengthen the nervous system and physical body. This is a dynamic, warming class incorporating sun salutations, standing and sitting postures and finally resting. All welcome! Please see my website for further info. 🙏❤️