I’m so pleased to share the Jen’s story of how she started her yoga practice and how it has changed with her over the years. When Jen told me she was returning to Townsville and was super excited to be practising at Live and Breathe Yoga again it made me so happy and of course … Read more
When Matt came to the studio he was in a lot of pain from a pretty serious work injury. What I love about Matt is his determination to just have a go, even when he is in pain he still makes his way to class as he can feel the difference it is making. I … Read more
Now in our eighth year of teaching ashtanga yoga in Townsville, one of my favourite things is to introduce our monthly featured yogi to help inspire you to get on your mat and practice. It’s also my way of honouring the dedication and support we get from our amazing community. Our first yogi of the … Read more
Katie is our final yogi of the month for 2016 and I am excited to share her story with you. I have been so impressed by Katie’s determination to keep showing up week in week out despite her pain and injuries. She is made of tough stuff and has a laugh that will fill the … Read more
Karren hasn’t been practicing ashtanga yoga for very long but her tenacious spirit is what I love most! Her attitude to just try as best as she possibly can in everything with a sense of humour is so refreshing and inspiring. The best news is that all the pain she came in with is now … Read more
I met Sally through Harry. So it was kind of like when Harry met Sally, Alli met Sally too! haha! I’m honoured that Sally is our September yogi of the month as she’s an incredible athlete, successful businesswoman and all round amazing gal. Sally has a very full life but makes time for herself with … Read more
Alli’s first class at Live and Breathe Yoga was a Mysore class and I remember thinking wow who is this brave girl? I like her spirit! And just like that she became a huge part of the Live and Breathe yoga community. Alli’s generous, bubbly and hardworking attitude is what makes her special but it’s … Read more
The ashtanga yoga global community is quite incredible. When I was last in India I was blogging about my experience practicing at the KPJAYI shala and one particular practice was so sweet I wrote about it. Biannka, a budding ashtangi practicing solo in Cairns found my post online and felt compelled to email me. We … Read more
The potential for healing injuries with the practice of Ashtanga yoga is just incredible. I’ve seen it many times and Michelle is another example of how anything is possible with dedication and perseverance. Well done Michelle for just keeping on with your practice and enjoying the many benefits! ———- 1. When and where did you … Read more
Meet our May yogi of the month : David! With a quiet determination and fantastic sense of humour, David reminds us that we never regret a yoga practice and always feel better for it. Check out his interview below! ————– 1. When and where did you first start practising yoga? I started in late 2014, … Read more
Meet the wonderful Elva, whom shining smile and dedicated attitude inspires me every time she walks in the studio. ———— When and where did you first start practising yoga? I first tried yoga many years ago in NSW but wasn’t really committed due to my husband’s work transfers with Defence, family and my work commitments. … Read more
The magic of an ashtanga yoga Mysore style class has to be experienced to be believed. Most are too scared to try as they don’t feel ready, but Annika talks about how on only her third yoga class she walked into a Mysore session and was mesmerised! I am so inspired of Annika’s hard work … Read more