YOGA provides an opportunity to release, relax, and re-energise. Through physical postures, breathing, and meditation exercises, the body and mind are brought into stillness. Through stillness, we can gain awareness – awareness of our body, mind, and spirit. Awareness of what it is we want and where it is we are going. In other words, yoga is a path to optimal experience.

Vyn Bailey, who came to yoga late in life, after being trained as a Catholic priest, translated the Yoga Sutras of Indian philosopher and teacher, Patanjali, at age 83. One of Patanjali's sutras, or sayings, has been translated by Bailey as, "Yoga is stilling of movement in the mind". Bailey continues:

The body, mind, and spirit at one in stillness – that is yoga. The stillness is not a trance, but is accompanied by full awareness. The animal in the wild, surprised by danger, freezes in its tracks. Never has it been so still, so alert. Complete stillness coupled by full awareness – that is yoga. (Bailey, Patanjali's Meditation Yoga, 1997, p. 20).

According to Csikszentmihalyi (Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience, 1990), yoga relates in several ways to flow, and provides a useful model for anyone wanting to be in better control of their energy. Csikszentmihalyi wrote in Flow (1990, p. 106) that yoga can be regarded as "one of the oldest and most systematic methods of producing the flow experience." For more information about the flow experience, click here

Yoga is for all–all ages, sizes, shapes, and levels of fitness – from elite athlete to reluctant exerciser. At BodyandMindFlow YOGA, Sue combines a scientific background in psychology and sport/exercise science (MSc & PhD), with a desire to deepen her own and her students' understanding of yoga.

Tuition is available for groups , individuals, and corporate/sport teams. Group classes are held in private studio in Brookfield. Corporate/sport team and private classes are available by appointment. For further information and bookings for all classes contact: sue@bodyandmindflow.com. 

Group Classes:

Group classes are open to all levels of experience and fitness. Hatha yoga postures, breathing exercises, and relaxation are included in each class. Classes aim to develop strength, flexibility, concentration, calmness, and awareness.  

Information and Booking Form for Term 1, 2010 classes can be found here.

Contact Sue for class booking or enquiry. Small class sizes – bookings are required.

Private Classes:

Private classes can be booked for 1 or 2 people at a time; or by arrangement, a small group. Private classes provide opportunity for greater individual attention and correction. Specific needs (e.g., medical conditions, injuries, personal goals) can best be met in the private class environment. Classes are held in private studio in Brookfield. Private classes can be scheduled for daytime, evenings, or weekends.

Contact Sue for class booking or enquiry. 

Corporate and Sport Team Classes:

Classes can be organized for workplace groups, and sports teams. Classes generally run for 1 - 1.5 hours, and can be scheduled for daytime, evening, or weekends. Classes can be held at work or sports venue, and are customized to meet the goals of each group.

Contact Sue for class booking or enquiry.  

 

TESTIMONIALS

Sue brings a background in human movement to the class, which ensures that she combines the postures in a way that gradually builds strength and flexibility, without overstraining you. The fact that classes are conducted in a small studio also creates a warm atmosphere, which contributes to the feelings of calm and grounded-ness that I get from her yoga classes.

 - Claire, researcher and mother

Yoga is a great benefit for my mind and body!

   - Catherine, R&D manager

I have found the development of strength and increased balance very beneficial. I feel stronger and more flexible with regular yoga classes. 

- Michelle, massage therapist

Yoga with Sue helps me to stay calm in these very busy times and also motivates to look after my body with exercise and nutrition. I really look forward to yoga class every week!

- Biosafety officer

The postures and your instructions have taught us to isolate our core muscles, which we believe has contributed to increasing our strength - hence our ability to plank!!! This will stand us in good stead as we trek in the Himalayas. You have also challenged us to reflect on our ability to relax and clear our minds.

- Vicki, former high school deputy principal

 and world adventurer

I really enjoyed the yoga. Having never done it before, I was a bit skeptical that I would be able to do it, being such a 'go-go' person, but I have really loved it. The term has made a huge difference to our preparation for the Himalayas, so thank you.

- Simone, GP & world adventurer

Sue's gentle techniques have enabled me to improve my flexibility and strength. I highly recommend this class.

- Yanina, stay-at-home mom 

Just also wanted to say how much I appreciate your classes - my overall flexibility and core strength is improving all the time and I love the friendly banter amongst all the class participants. I think I will be doing yoga for the rest of my life now as a result!

- Suzanne