The Yoga Nook

19/05/2026

Geeta teaching teachers…

19/05/2026

This week we’re slowing things down with restorative yoga, nourishing the mind and the nervous system. Effortless inversions like rope headstand help the mind quieten and the breath deepen. A good restorative session helps restore the balance of the stress response and can leave you feeling deeply rested and with energy to carry on. Most Iyengar yoga schools run in 5 weeks cycles, with the 4th week being restorative week (often the most popular!).

14/05/2026

A man has been charged with the fire-bombing under the yoga school. It will be interesting to find out what his motive was.

Man charged following alleged arson - Dulwich HillWednesday, 13 May 2026 12:48:40 AM A man has been charged following an alleged arson in Sydney’s Inner West earlier this year. About 3.30am on Saturday 7 February 2026, emergency services were called to a barber shop on Marrickville Road near Durha...

14/05/2026

Our Deepening the Process weekends are intense periods of study and practice in the Iyengar method. The next teacher training/mentoring weekend (also open to those who want to learn more, rather than teach) is June 27 and 28.

12/05/2026

Jo was doing a class on zoom when a bird landed on her arm. It’s a credit to her focus, steadiness and concentration that the bird stayed there as she completed the asana! 😀
Jo teaches a Gentle Beginner’s class on Wednesday 10-11.30am and a Beginner’s/General class on Friday 10-11.30am. Both classes are in the room at The Yoga Nook and on zoom.

11/05/2026

Have you always been curious about yoga but not sure where to begin?
This is the perfect place to start.
Join Linda Apps for a welcoming Iyengar Yoga Beginners Course over the weekend of May 16 & 17, from 4–5pm each day.
Iyengar Yoga is known for its clarity, precision and accessibility. You don’t need to be flexible, fit, or experienced — just willing to take your first step onto the mat. Through careful guidance, you’ll learn the introductory asanas, improve strength and mobility, reduce stress, and discover the grounding benefits of Iyengar yoga.

✨ Suitable for complete beginners
✨ Small steps, clear instruction, supportive atmosphere
✨ Learn skills that can benefit your body and mind for years to come

📅 May 16 & 17
🕓 4–5pm
👩‍🏫 Teacher: Linda Apps
💲 Cost: $40

Places are limited. Click on the link below to book or find out more at yoganook.com.au.

Iyengar Yoga is a practice for life and you can start this weekend. 🌿
https://theyoganook.punchpass.com/catalogs/purchase/pass/254484?check=1773290297

08/05/2026

On the occasion of his 100th Birthday here’s David Attenborough interviewing Yehudi Menuhin about yoga. BKS Iyengar helped him with his insomnia and RSI when they met in Bombay. 😀

07/05/2026

Absolute Beginners Course $40 Sat/Sun 4-5pm May 16 + 17 - https://mailchi.mp/e29e2f08d058/latest-newsletter-18334329

07/05/2026

Peter Lightbody teaches Thursday night 6-7.30pm when he’s not yodelling in the Alps. He’ll be back in June! (AI at work on the yodelling!)

27/04/2026

From Mr Iyengar’s book Yoga for Sports. I‘ve been practicing this a bit since arriving home! A reminder that classes are on tonight 6pm and 7.40pm as usual.

21/04/2026

Back in Ghent now (saw the altarpiece 😊) after visiting Baden-Baden, Heidelberg and Cologne. We’ve had a great time and I’m looking forward to seeing everyone again back in class for Term 2 from April 25.