Events

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.

Book Here

October Long Weekend Intensive

– with Peta –

>> Saturday 5 October: 3.00-5.00pm
>> Sunday 6 October: 8.30-11.00am
>> Monday 7 October: 8.30-11.00am

On the October long weekend, make time and space for yourself to embrace the energy of spring. Come and enjoy a balanced practice, across three spacious sessions. Continuity of attentive practice brings sensitivity, connection, mental clarity and a great sense of well being. What could be better as you step into spring!

Suitable for General level students, and those who have been attending L1/2 classes for at least 6 months.

Cost: $130. Book Here

Bali Retreat

– with Suzi Chin Silicz (CIYT 29 yrs) –
newgenerationyoga.com

>> October  19-27, 2024 

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 2 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. 

For full details and costs visit the Bali Retreat page here

Bowral Retreat

4-7 November
– with Peta Keaney –

This is a 3 night retreat in Bowral, in the Southern Highlands, in late spring, when Bowral is particularly beautiful and (hopefully) neither too hot nor too cold.  Bowral is an easy 90 minute drive from Sydney, or 1 hour 45 minutes by train. The retreat is for a small group of 10-12 people. Suitable for those with some experience of Iyengar yoga.  

 ‘Sage Manor’ in Bowral is the retreat venue. It is a pleasant and comfortable property, with a pretty established garden, wrap-around verandahs and a beautiful light-filled yoga room. It is set in 3 acres of land, at the base of Mount Gibraltar, overlooking Bowral township. You can check out Sage Manor here: https://www.sagemanorbowral.com.au/

Details 
Arrive by 3pm Monday 4 Nov, ready for a 4pm restorative yoga class.
Depart Thursday 7 Nov. at 12 noon, after morning yoga and brunch

Each day there will be a morning and afternoon yoga class, 8-10am and 4-5.30pm. The yoga program will include asana and pranayama (yogic breathing), with restorative practice each afternoon.

At Sage Manor there are 8 bedrooms. They can be single or shared, but single is probably best as they are not large. There are 3 bathrooms available, all quite close to the bedrooms. Additional accommodation will be provided at a nearby Airbnb property.

All meals will be provided at and by Sage Manor. They will be largely, but not solely, vegetarian. There will be a light morning snack before class, midday brunch and an evening meal, as well as beverages and snacks available through the day. 

There will be plenty of free time each afternoon to do as you wish, whether that’s lying on your bed resting, snuggling up in a sunny spot with a book, exploring the Sage Manor gardens and its surrounds, or visiting some of Bowral’s charming attractions and shopping street,  

Massages can be arranged either at Sage Manor or in Bowral (not included in the retreat price).

Costs 
The full price of the retreat, including 3 nights single room accommodation, all meals, and yoga classes, is $1100 per person (including GST). If you choose a twin share room, the price per person will be $950 (inc gst). 

A non refundable deposit of $200 is required to hold your spot. Due by Sunday 25 August.
Final payment is required by Sunday 29 September.

How to book: Contact Peta at: pgkeaney@gmail.com, or call 0411888494.

North Avoca Beach Retreat

28 November to 30 November
– with Tracey Kessler –

This small retreat for a maximum of 6 people is at North Avoca beach. The location is very special. You will be staying in a beach house with direct access to the sands of North Avoca beach and a 180 degree view of the ocean. North Avoca is only 90 minutes drive from Sydney. Suitable for all levels of Iyengar yoga practitioners.

Details

>>Thursday 28 Nov: 2pm arrival, welcome, 4pm – 5.30pm Yoga, 7pm dinner
>>Friday 29 Nov: 8-8.30am Pranayama, 8.30-10am Yoga, 10.15am breakfast, free time, 1pm lunch, free time, 4.30-6pm Yoga; 7pm dinner
>>Saturday 30 Nov: 8-8.30am Pranayama, 8.30-10am Yoga, 10.15am breakfast, free time, 1.30pm lunch, 2.30pm farewell circle, free time (until your chosen departure time, up until 4.30pm)

Free time ideas:
Walking, swimming, reading, drawing, shmoozing, catch up on sleep💤
The beach is patrolled 9am-5pm and, even if you’re not usually a swimmer, you may decide to give it a
go!

Pre-bookings required for:
Massage and other therapies available at North Avoca Holistic Wellbeing (02 4384 3205). Book at least
one month in advance to assure a spot.
Reflexology – with Central Coast’s renowned reflexologist, Ruchira Spong (0422 381 171)

What to bring:
Comfortable clothes for yoga and leisure, jumper, raincoat, swimmers, walking shoes/sneakers, towels x
2, sun hat, sun cream, toiletries.
Your own personal yoga mat is recommended (please advise if you will need to borrow a mat)
Any yoga props you may have. There will be some props available for you to use.

Costs

For 2 days accomodation, all meals and yoga classes:
>> $790 per person sharing
>> $935 per person private room
>> $965 per person private room with ensuite bathroom

Early Bird by 27th September 2024
>>$695 per person sharing
>> $785 per person private room (one only)
>> $815 per person private room with ensuite bathroom (one only)

Prices quoted are inclusive of gst.

How to book: Contact tpkessler@gmail.com