Events

Deep Restorative Intensive

An urban retreat weekend 
with Suzi Chin Silicz
August 9, 10 and 11. 

Join us for a weekend of learning about the importance of restorative yoga and why it is a vital part of a rounded yoga practice. 

Some common questions are:
>> Is it just lying around and relaxing? 
>> I rest at night when I sleep, so why do I need to do restorative yoga?
>> My body isn’t injured or sick, so what needs restoring?
>> I feel relaxed after a yoga asana class, so what’s the difference?
>> Why do we only do restorative once a month?

Some common feedback is:
>> I’m not a fan of restorative yoga, it’s too slow.
>> I get bored after 20 minutes in.
>> I love restorative classes but often fall asleep.
>> I can’t wait for restorative week! 
>> I’ve been so exhausted, restorative is the only class I look forward to.
>> The feeling of relief when it’s restorative week!
>> I find restorative yoga difficult but do feel the benefits after.

This 3 day restorative intensive will be a dream for some and a challenge for others, as you can tell from the comments above. Suzi’s observation over the last year or so of teaching is that people are more than often intrinsically exhausted, either mentally, physically or spiritually or all of these. The question is why, and the answer is unique to each individual. Needless to say, you don’t need to be exhausted to dive deep into a restorative practice.

If you do regular asana classes and practice, of course you will build strength, stamina, mental clarity, flexibility and this recharges energy, there is no question. But what is happening on a cellular level? What’s happening organically? What is happening in the mind? The focus of the weekend will be on working into the layers of ourselves with the body and breath mind. 

Students will need to have at least 1 year of experience with Iyengar yoga and the use of props.
There is no partial attendance for this intensive as spaces will be limited.

Schedule:
>> Friday 6-7.30 PM
>> Saturday 3-5.30 PM
>> Sunday 3-5.30 PM
>> Please note: Studio doors open 15 minutes before.
>> Cost: $135

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Spring Backbend Practice Series

with Peta
Friday 6, 13, 20 and 27 September
7.00-8.30am

Backbends are a vital part of our Iyengar yoga practice. They tone, strengthen and increase mobility of the spine, and expand the chest, improving breathing and circulation. Overall, backbends keep the body supple and bring energy, vitality and lightness. They lift the spirits. But they can present a challenge, especially if done irregularly. They need to be practiced on a regular basis ..not just once a month during backbend week.

So as we enter spring, Peta will lead a weekly, early morning backbend practice. It will run for the four weeks of September. The focus will be on warming the body up in the key areas required to move into backbends…the arms and shoulders, the legs and pelvis, and from there the spine.

Peta will be on the mat with you, doing and calling the poses.  Suitable for General level (L2) students, and students who have been regularly atending Mixed level classes (L1/2) for at least 6 months. 

Cost: $80 for 4 week series enrolment (strongly recommended), or use your class pass for casual attendance.

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Bali Iyengar Yoga Retreat

October  19-27, 2024 
– with Suzi Chin Silicz (CIYT 29 yrs) –
newgenerationyoga.com

This special 8 day retreat is held at a Balinese villa style hotel in a laid back part of Ubud within easy walking distance into town. Ubud is the arts and cultural centre of Bali and is surrounded by mountains, rice fields, jungle, rivers and waterfalls.

The balinese people are Hindu in faith and this aligns with the philosophy and spirit of the Iyengar yoga we practice.

The retreat is a truly enriching experience, with some yogis returning each year.

Yoga is twice daily including asana, meditation and pranayama. This retreat, now in it’s 8th year, is for anyone who has done some yoga to experienced practitioners, everyone is catered for. There is plenty of free time during the day and evenings to relax and rest, go for massages, explore the local area or catch up with others for coffee, lunch or dinner. As much as people enjoy the social side of the retreat, taking time out to be reflective and quiet is where the practice oftentimes steers us.

The venue for the week is set in beautiful tropical gardens within a jungle atmosphere, has a swimming pool and an open air yoga shala with a cool floor. 

The friendly staff are incredibly professional and have years of experience hosting yogis from all over the world. 

We arrive for check-in on Saturday 19th for the Sunday morning start. The retreat concludes at 12 noon, Sunday 27th.

Costs include: All yoga tuition, airport transfers, 8 nights single or share accommodation with breakfast and afternoon tea daily, welcome dinner, cultural day outing & more. Costs depend on the room and whether you go solo or share. 

(costs don’t include airfares, visas or insurances) A deposit of $500 is required to book accommodation and secure a space. 

There are currently 4 spaces available. 

If you’re interested in applying for this retreat contact Suzi directly via email: suzisea@bigpond.net.au  or message 0409124838

Suzi Chin Silicz is a certified Iyengar Yoga teacher with over 25 years experience teaching around Sydney and overseas. 

Suzi currently teaches classes and workshops at Redfern Yoga Space, classes online, private classes and retreats in Australia and overseas. 

For full details and costs visit the Bali Retreat page here