‘If the foundation is firm, the building can withstand calamities.
The practise of yoga is the foundation, so that the self is not shaken under any circumstance.’ BKS Iyengar
Yoga Centre Locations
Caringbah
Merging with Sutherland -
Friday 24th Sept.
Suites 3-5/320
The Kingsway, Caringbah
Sutherland
Suite 10 Eton Arcade,
Eton Street, Sutherland
Introductory Special
$20 Unlimited yoga classes over 10 consecutive days.
Yoga is a holistic approach connecting the body, mind and spirit. It promotes an internal sense of stability in the 'self', by stimulating the body and calming the mind.
The Iyengar approach to yoga is firmly based on the traditional 8 limbs of yoga expounded by Pantanjali in his treatise (The Yoga Sutras) written over 2,500 years ago. It is a disciplined and deeply researched system developed over 75 years by Yogacharya BKS Iyengar who still practises daily at the age of 92 - exploring, studying, writing and teaching about yoga.
In a class this is achieved by practising physical postures or asanas, concentrating on alignment by focusing the mind in to the body. The asanas are dynamic and challenging and can be adapted through the use of props, to suit all body types, injuries and medical conditions. Each class starts and ends with some relaxation.
The Iyengar method has 4 distinct elements, technique, sequencing, timing and the use of props.
Jan Smith - Principle Teacher
Junior Intermediate Level 1
Jan has been practising yoga for 23 years. In that time she has completed Teacher training at the Iyengar Yoga Institute London and continues to increase her experience attending regular teacher training with Pixie Lillas. Jan has attended numerous conventions with the Iyengar famil and attends the Ramamini Iyengar Institute in Pune, India.
Jan believes that yoga is the organic science of life.
Yoga helps to develop the essential qualities required to produce harmony and balance in life, resulting in spiritual contentment.
Lisa Bianco - Principle Teacher
Lisa has a passion for wellbeing, her many searches & varieties of exercises led her to Iyengar yoga. She has been practising Iyengar yoga for 14 years and teaching for 11 years.
Lisa used yoga to overcome many injuries & disparities in her body from years of hard physical training. She continues her teacher training with Senior Iyengar yoga teacher Pixie Lillas and regularly attends her retreats and workshops. Lisa has studied in Pune, India with the Iyengar familly and has attended numerous conventions.
Lisa says of yoga; 'yoga is the glue that helps to keep me together on all levels, spiritually, mentally, emotionally & physically'.
Sue Griffiths
Introductory Level 1
I started practising yoga to help with menopause symptoms, especially mood swings. I found an add in the Leader for a yoga class with Jan Smith. The best yoga teacher I had ever had. I started going to class once a week and the benefits were positive. My husband said keep doing the yoga. I was going 3 times a week and any workshop that was on in Sydney.
Jan suggested I do teacher training with Bertha Shakinovsky, which I did and I'm currently a Level 1 teacher about to go to Level 2, all in the space of 7 years.
Sue continues her teacher training with Bertha and regularly attends classes & workshops with Pixie Lillas .
Leanne Donovan
I came to yoga about 6 years ago. I was a runner, snow skier, and netball player, but as I aged I found the injuries mounting with back and knee problems. When the last of my children went to school I decided to give yoga a try. I tried different styles, but when it came to Iyengar yoga I was immediately hooked. It was a strong yoga with focus on alignment, great for rehabilitation of injuries. I realised that with yoga alone I could keep my fitness and tone. This of course was a common Western aim. The more I got into it though the more I was amazed at not just the physical, but the mental changes it made in me It cured my digestive problems, depression, insomnia and overall anxiety, but most importantly it helped me feel at peace with myself. I decided quite early on to become a teacher, and I'm looking forward to growing in practise and passing on the benefits yoga can bring to everyone.
Leanne continues her teacher training with Pixie Lillas.
Caringbah Timetable - Term 3
(Term 3: Mon 19th July to Fri 24th Sept 2010)
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
General General Beginners
6.00 - 6.00 - 7.30 -
7.30am 7.30am 8.45am
Level I/II Level I/II Beginners/ Level I/II Level I/II General
10.00 - 10.00 - 10.00 - 10.00 - 9.00 - 9.00 -
11.30am 11.30am 11.30am 11.30am 10.30am 10.30am
General Introductory
5.30 - 5.30 -
7.00pm 6.45pm
Level I Level II
7.00 - 6.30 -
8.30pm 8.00pm
NOTE: Caringbah is merging with Sutherland,. The last classes held will be Thursday 23rd September.
Sutherland Timetable - Term 3
(Term 3 - 19th July to 26th Sept 2010)
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
General Level I/II
6.00 - 7.30 -
7.30am 9.00am
Beginners/ Beginners/ Beginners/ Over 55's Beginners/
Level I Level I Level I Level I
10.00 - 10.00 - 10.00 - 10.00 - 9.00 -
11.30am 11.30am 11.30am 11.30am 10.30am
General Level II
5.30 - 6.00 -
7.00pm 7.30pm
Level I Beginners
7.30 - 7.30 -
9.00pm 8.45pm
NOTE: During school holidays ALL classes are GENERAL. Beginners/Level 1 courses on Tues 10am & Sat 9am do not run and re-commence at start of the new term
Beginners Course
The ideal starting point for people with no yoga experience, or people wanting to consolidate the basics.
A beginners course will introduce yoga foundations and systematically build towards preparing students for level one.
Suitable for all ages and fitness levels
Level 1 Course
Designed for students who have completed the beginners course and aimed at people with some yoga experience.
At this level students continue to consolidate the basics and are introduced to newer poses like inversions and backbends.
Level 1/2 Course
Assits students from Level 1 to 2. Participants should have a committment to regular attendance. Backbends and inversions are practised regulary.
Level 2 Course
For students with Iyengar Yoga experience, familiarity with invewrsions and backbends. Students would ideally have a home practise
General Class
Beginners and experienced students welcome
Casual classes
No bookings required. Students may attend at their own level
Term Dates for 2010
Term 3 - Mon 19th July to Sun 26th September
School holiday - Mon 27th September to Sun 10th October
Term 4 - Mon 11th October to Sun 19th December
School holidays - Mon 20th December to Sun 30th January 2011
NOTE: During School holidays ALL classes are GENERAL and the Beginners/Level 1 courses on Tues 10am & Sat 9am are on a break and will re-commence at the start of the new term.
Prices
Casual $18
8 classes $132
10 classes $165
20 classes $325 (can be paid in 2 instalments)
Unlimited $500 (can be paid in 2 instalments)
(Payments may be made by cash, cheque or bank transfer).
NOTE: All class passes above are to be used within a school term, or in 12 weeks.
Term 3 - School Holiday Timetable
School Holidays - Mon 27th September to Sun 10th October
General General General General
6-7.30am 6-7.30am 6-7.30am 7.30-9am
General General General Over 55's
10-11.30am 10-11.30am 10-11.30a 10-11.30am
General Level II Introductory
5.30-7pm 6-7.30pm 5.30-7pm
General General Level II
7-8.30pm 7.30-9pm 7-8.30pm
Important Notice
Friday 1st October - 6am & 10am classes CANCELLED
Monday 4th October - Labour Day - centre is CLOSED
Rare Oppotunity....
Workshop
Bertha Shakinovsky
Senior Iyengar Yoga Teacher
Senior Iyengar yoga teacher Bertha has accepted our invitation to run a 1 day workshop, in 'The Shire'.
Bertha is a wonderful and highly accredited teacher with 35 years experience. She started Iyengar yoga at the age of 14 and has studied directly with Mr Iyengar, making regular visits to Pune, India, to study with the Iyengar family.
Bertha has lived and taught yoga in South Africa, London and Australia and she currently runs classes and teacher training in Kings Cross, Sydney.
Saturday 30th October - Sutherland centre
2 sessions: 9.30-12noon & 2-4.30pm
Cost: $60
This is a rare opportunity, so be sure not to miss out
Bookings essential as numbers are limited - $30 deposit required at time of booking.
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