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Australian Yoga Academy

Locality: Prahran, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9510 7474

Address: 42 Clifton Street 3181 Prahran, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.australianyogaacademy.com

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25.01.2022 #YogaTeacherTraining #200HTeacherTraining Would you like to deepen your personal practice and understanding of yoga? Would you like to share your love of yoga with others?... If so, we encourage you to join our ! AYA’s 200-hour, Diploma of Yoga Teaching (DYT), is accredited both Australia wide and internationally by Yoga Alliance, meaning you can bring your qualification with you anywhere in the world. AYAs part-time course is Australias most professional and thorough start to your yoga teaching career. You will delve deeply into all aspects of teaching and practicing yoga including a detailed study of asanas, pranayama, yoga philosophy and yoga for special needs groups! TO LEARN MORE about the course please visit >> https://australianyogaacademy.com/yoga-teacher-training-20/ | . . .

24.01.2022 #YogaTeacherTraining #200HTeacherTraining AYA’s Diploma of Yoga Teaching curriculum is based upon Patanjali’s Ashtanga, eight-fold approach. The eight limbs are: ... Yama (restraints) Niyama (observances) Asana (physical postures) Pranayama (breathing techniques) Pratyahara (turning attention inward / sense withdrawal) Dharana (concentration) Dhyana (meditation) Samadhi (enlightenment / peace / bliss) Our Teacher Training has been designed to explore each of the eight limbs thoroughly and give our students the most comprehensive knowledge of teaching yoga. Sound interesting? TO LEARN MORE about the course please visit >> https://australianyogaacademy.com/yoga-teacher-training-20/ | . . .

22.01.2022 #AYAYogaPosesCompendium Today in #AsanaInFocus we're 'mooving' in for a closer look at (). BENEFITS:... Gomukhasana is another incredible pose to combat our modern postural concerns. It stretches the ankles, outer hips and glutes. It also opens the shoulders and chest in two key ranges of motion. This pose takes a little longer to set up well and is best practiced in longer holds, (60-90 seconds per side). Use a block! Even experienced yogis often have a difficult time getting both sitting bones to rest evenly on the mat, which can make it difficult for the knees to stack on top of each other in a balanced way. Use a block to lift the sitting bones off the floor and support them evenly. This tip can also help to alleviate pressure in the backs of the knee caps. You will need a strap! Gomukhasana is a notoriously difficult pose for tight-shouldered people, (ie ALL of us), who aren't able to hook their fingers together. The simple solution to this dilemma is to hold a strap between the hands. Remember, using a prop is not a sign of failure, rather it will allow you to get into the shape safely and to sustain the pose for longer. Layer your foundation! Begin in Dandasana, (Staff Pose), and place the right foot over to the left side of the left leg. Then gently slide the ankle back toward the outer left hip to stack the knees. This is a great place to start. Maybe even leave the bottom leg out straight until you feel more comfortable to include a bend in the lower leg as well. Rome wasn't built in a day... Pro Tip: Spinal Support Avoid 'flaring' the ribcage. Instead, always aim to keep the pubic bone and bottom of the sternum 'zipped' in toward one another to activate the front of the abdomen and release compression from the Lumbar spine. Na-moo-ste!

22.01.2022 Guess what? It's our birthday tomorrow, and it's a big one! We turn ! That's of serving our community,... of sharing in your journey, and of practising our beloved yoga with you! We are so grateful for all your love and support these past 2 decades. Cheers, and here's to 20 more! x The AYA Team (, , )

22.01.2022 We wish you and your families a safe and happy festive season! We hope that you are able to take some time to breathe, heal and metabolise your year and move into a new year with clarity and direction. We simply cannot find the words to express our gratitude for your support, encouragement and love throughout this year - and the past 2 decades.... , See more

22.01.2022 Morning Early Birds! Are you still enjoying yoga practice from the comfort and convenience of your own home? If so, we hope to see you on the mat very soon!... It's Tuesday, so remember at 11 AM we are all meeting AYA Principal Dominique Salerno on Zoom for our . Join us 11AM and Saturdays at 12PM. To SIGN UP follow >> https://australianyogaacademy.com/free-community-yoga/

20.01.2022 The prospect of practicing yoga regularly this week putting a smile on your face? You are not alone :) We are so happy to be able to host students in our shala again!... This week, why not try our classes? The goal of these sessions is to increase overall mobility, strength, and stability of the muscles and joints of your back, as well as relieving any tightness and accumulated tension in the musculature, and fascia of the neck, chest, shoulders and hip flexors. These classes are open to everyone, students of all levels and experience welcome! For SCHEDULE and more details on our yoga classes, please visit our website >> https://australianyogaacademy.com/

19.01.2022 Are you ready for the day to start? Before you dive into work, family life, checking social media profiles etc. focus on your . Maybe certain emotions have had an influence on how your body is feeling right now? Take a moment to breath deeper and let yourself awake physically and spiritually. Join our classes. This comprehensive and balanced physical and mental experience is designed to ‘recalibrate’ your energy level, it's goal is to im...prove your general posture as well as increasing your flexibility and strength. These classes are open to everyone, students of all levels of yoga experience are welcome! For SCHEDULE and more details on the type of our yoga classes please visit our website >> https://australianyogaacademy.com/

18.01.2022 Summer is the season of expansion, openness, and free expression. It is a time to digest and assimilate the energy of the preceding Spring and to circulate that energy and information to the furthest reaches of our body and mind, so that it may express its potential. ... We are back to our Shala and waiting for you to join us! Let all the good things begin! Check out our new class schedule here > https://australianyogaacademy.com/

13.01.2022 Have you heard of ? SITALI is a cooling & anti-inflammatory breathing technique. This type of Pranayama is a calming, refreshing & Pitta energy pacifying. Practicing it regularly mitigates inflammation, quenches thirst and dispels nausea. At AYA it's our aspiration to inspire students to deepen their breath awareness while practicing yoga with us.... Join our classes and see for yourself the truly magical effects practicing Sitali can have on your body and spirit! For our please visit >> https://australianyogaacademy.com/prahran-timetable/ See more

13.01.2022 Christmas is a time to celebrate, and this year we want to celebrate ! made it through this difficult year. stuck with your practice. gave us something to keep going for!... It's been a tough year, no doubt. But we look forward to new beginnings. We've all come out the other end stronger, more resilient and hopefully, with a clearer vision of what's truly important to us and the life we want to live moving forward. Thank you for your support, our AYA sangha! We look forward to adapting to challenges and growing with you for many years to come. Namaste, The AYA Team

12.01.2022 Practicing yoga at home definitely has benefits. The space is truly yours. No one is looking, it's just you, your body and your breath. There is no one to compare yourself to nor the stress of not "keeping up with the group". It can be a truly liberating experience if you allow it to be... Our mission is to help you empower and liberate yourself. ... That's why we strongly encourage you to visit AYA ONLINE STUDIO. We offer a wide range of class styles and durations, with all of your favourite AYA teachers, to suit your level of experience and personal requirements. Remember to also check out our Technique Tutorials, Guided Meditations and Breathwork (Pranayama)! $ . . . Give it a try. You’ve got nothing to lose and everything to gain! For more info check >>https://australianyogaacademy.com/online-studio/

12.01.2022 Remember our Detox Flow classes? ... This class is focused on cleansing and purification and is specifically designed to help you ‘reset’ and ‘refresh’, by incorporating practices that will help to detoxify the body & mind and reduce inflammation: leaving you with increased overall physical energy and boosted mental and emotional clarity. Classes are open to practitioners of all levels. Everybody is welcome under one condition: you're not afraid to get sweaty! Are you ready? Sign up for Detox Flow now on our website >> https://australianyogaacademy.com/classes/ See more

11.01.2022 TODAY IS THE DAY - WE ARE SO EXCITED TO WELCOME YOU BACK! Best. Monday. EVER!! We are beyond thrilled to throw open our doors to welcome you back to our beautiful Shala! For schedule visit: https://bit.ly/2HKxXEL ... Please remember there are we still some rules in place: Places Limited. Bookings Essential. Book via MindBody. BYO Mats & Props. IMPORTANT for those of you who decide to continue your practice from the comfort and convenience of home, we'd like to announce that both AYA Online and our Free weekly livestream classes will continue. TUESDAY 9:30AM & SATURDAY 12PM Can't wait to see you on the mat (in person OR online)!

10.01.2022 "Prana" is Breath, or vital energy in the body. On subtle levels prana represents the pranic energy responsible for life or life force, and "ayama" means control. It is believed that when one can control the rhythms of pranic energy with pranayama, one can achieve a healthy body and mind! That is why during our yoga sessions we aim to always incorporate Pranayama practice to compliment practicing physical asanas. ... YOGIS! Have you tried Pranayama already? How do you like it? Let us know if you have experiences in a comment below!

08.01.2022 We are so happy to be back home in our beautiful Shala! AND FROM TODAY OUR CLASS SIZES INCREASE TO 20!! There's nothing like the sense of connection and community that accompanies in person practice. (We all work harder too when in a dedicated class environment, under the watchful eye of an experienced teacher)! ... Just remember there are still some rules in place: Places Still Limited (20 students only). Bookings Essential. Book via MindBody. BYO Mats & Props. If you have a membership you would like to re-activate, please REMEMBER TO NOTIFY US VIA EMAIL. For class schedule visit our website > https://australianyogaacademy.com/classes/ See more

08.01.2022 . , ’ , . We encourage you to discover mediation for yourself. AYA Online, our digital platform houses many meditation tutorials to get you started or take you deeper into your established meditation practice. ... TURN ON. TUNE IN. ......... let yourself unwind and just be under the guidance of one of our amazingly talented teachers. It is our highest hope that you can begin to cultivate more calm, perspective, health and well being for yourself and take back some personal control at the tail end of a challenging year. To learn more about our online studio please visit >> https://bit.ly/2FUIjRy Namaste

08.01.2022 #AsanaInFocus #AYAYogaPosesCompendium Many of us have a love-hate relationship with the (), but we hope that listing the ways it can easily be modified or used as a preparatory pose will make you want to revisit (and befriend again!) ... Plank Pose is a key position in the traditional Sun Salutation sequence (usually followed by Downward Dog or Chaturanaga Dandasana). You can also perform this pose by itself and stay anywhere from 30 seconds to 1 minute (or longer if you really would like to push yourself) TIPS: Keep your knees on the mat. Plank, when performed correctly, is JUST as beneficial if your knees are on the mat. Practice tips include: Keep the tops of the feet actively pressing down into the resistance of the mat to help ignite the musculature of the pelvic floor. Keep the hands spread for a broader base of support and press through the long columns of the arms to create more buoyancy in the rib cage and stability in the shoulder girdle. Dial the hands in toward the thumbs to engage the arms and protect the elbows. Try one-leg variations to target your glutes and improve balance. After coming into the position, inhale and lift one leg parallel to the floor. Press strongly through the raised heel and lengthen through the crown of your head, keeping the tailbone pressed towards the pubis. Hold for 10 to 30 seconds, exhale the foot to the floor, then repeat with the left leg for the same time. Practicing Kumbhakasana, (whether your knees are on the floor or lifted), on a regular basis delivers plenty of benefits! Plank Pose strengthens your core, arms, shoulders and improves your overall posture on and off the mat. When practiced correctly, you will enjoy increased muscular strength and stamina and improvement in your inversions and arm balances! See more

07.01.2022 #YogaTeacherTraining #2021YOGA Do you know that there are already 850 graduates of AYA's Yoga Teacher Trainings? Meet some of the lovely Yogis from one of our 2019 classes their smiles bring us the most satisfaction! We're proud to announce that the intakes for our 2021 Yoga Teacher Training programs are NOW OPEN!... Thinking of becoming a yoga teacher? Don't hesitate! SIGN UP for one of our 200H DIPLOMA OF YOGA TEACHING or 350H ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF YOGA TEACHING courses taking place next year. To learn more about both courses please visit >> https://australianyogaacademy.com/ | . . . #AYA #australianyogaacademy #australianyoga #yoga #yogateachertraining #200HTraining #350Hyogacourse #yogainspiration #yogapractice #asana #yogalife #treepose #yogi #yogateacher #namaste #yogalove #yogaeveryday #mindfulness #yogagirl #health #motivation #yogaeverywhere #yogachallenge #yogini #yogapose #yogagram #yogaeverydamnday See more

07.01.2022 Dear Yoga Teachers! Want to ex[and your offerings in 2021? Curious about Yin Yoga and how to weave this incredible thread into your classes?... Would you like to understand and explore: TCM and Meridian Theory Anatomy and Facial chains Yin Yoga sequencing Practical Yin Yoga teaching skills and much more : Meet & Greet Friday (12th February 2021) 6:30pm-7:30pm 3 x Full Weekends from 10am 5pm online via Zoom. : Early Bird Special $1250 (until 8 Jan 2021) or Full Investment: $1450 (from 9 Jan 2021) For more information about this course, please visit our website to download the prospectus or email us at @.!

07.01.2022 " , , , , , . . ; , , ; " Dan Millman in "No Ordinary Moments". We could completely ...sign under these words! That's why in our practice this summer we place a great importance on stimulating and challenging heart-openers. Whether you choose our Energising, Detox or Slow-Awakening Flow classes, you can be sure we'll aim to stimulate the right energy flow: that will let hearts grow stronger and fonder! For check our website >> https://australianyogaacademy.com/

07.01.2022 Is a sense of community important to you? We now know more than ever that you cannot put price on the laughs and jokes we get to share in person! That's why we're still continuing our sessions! Remember, you can find us :, your FAVOURITE AYA teachers will be waiting for you to join them.... Can't wait to see you on zoom! To SIGN UP check >> https://australianyogaacademy.com/free-community-yoga/ See more

04.01.2022 It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas.... so we've got just for you! From now until the end of December, you can buy our CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 10 CLASS PASS for ONLY $180 ... Why not give the gift of wellness this Christmas? Or treat yourself - you deserve it, you made it through through 2020! Feel free to to learn more about the offer. Namaste!

04.01.2022 Are you already a qualified Yoga Teacher? Would you like to develop your yoga teaching skills? We invite all yoga teachers to join us in learning how to teach Yin classes with comprehension and confidence!... & : 12th 28th Feb 2021 (3 weekends 10AM 5PM) : AYA Prahran Studio : $1,250 (Early Bird Price until 8.01.) AYA’s Yin Teacher Training Program will cover a variety of topics including Yin and Yang Philosophy, Anatomy, and Teaching Skills. With a great emphasis on integrating the delivered content into practical teaching sessions each day. To LEARN MORE about the course visit >> https://australianyogaacademy.com/special-events/workshops/

03.01.2022 #AYAYogaPosesCompendium Today in #AsanaInFocus we'll be looking at ( ). This asana is one of our primary asanas we'll be aiming to address in our summer Slow Awakening Flow. If done properly and consistently, there are many benefits to triangle pose. It stretches legs, muscles around the knee, ankle joints, hips, groin muscles, hamstrings, calves, shoulders, chest and spine. It also strengthens legs, knees, ankles and core muscles.... TIPS: Avoid common mistakes. Resist the temptation to bend your right knee in order to get your right hand to the floor. Keeping your right leg straight is more important. Do not rest your hand directly on your knee as this puts too much pressure on the joint. Make sure that the right heel is lined up with the arch of the left foot. Modify the pose for yourself. Given that this yoga pose is one you'll encounter again and again, don't give up on it if you find it difficult at first. Consider a modification! For example, it's perfectly fine to bring your right hand higher up your leg if that allows you to open your chest more, as long as does not rest directly on your knee. Ready for a challenge? Try dropping the left arm over the left ear so it comes parallel to the floor while keeping the shoulder rooting into the socket. Alternatively, wrap your left arm behind your back and take hold of your inner right thigh with your left hand. This creates traction, which allows you to open your chest toward the sky even more. Remember that practice makes perfect but don't forget it's all up to you to pave your path through each pose. Namaste! See more

02.01.2022 #AsanaInFocus Today, in our #AYAYogaCompendium we're 'bending over backwards' to bring you more pro tips on a real energy booster , otherwise known as . BENEFITS:... Wheel Pose is another great asana to help undo the damage caused by our modern day ergonomics. It opens the chest and shoulders, lengthens the hip flexors, strengthens the muscles of the back, legs and glutes and improves spinal mobility. Wheel Pose targets the Spinal Sympathetic Chain whilst inverting us, making this asana staple an energizing and wonderfully natural mood booster. TIPS: Feel like your wrists are an obstacle? Simply, place a pair of blocks against the wall, in line with your shoulders, and place your hands on them with the heels of the wrists just over the corners. This technique will assist you to lift into the pose without demanding too much flexion from the wrists. Looking for more? Climb the walls! Performing Wheel Pose with your chest towards a wall can assist you to begin deepening your experience in this asana. Simply work towards gently pressing your chest and sternum into the wall. Looking for less? Do you want many of the same benefits of Wheel Pose but need a variation? Look no further than Bridge Pose. This wonderful alternative will provide many of the benefits of Wheel, but will allow you to negotiate how deep you go and to hold the backbend for longer. Preparation is key! Avoid injury by taking time to adequately prepare yourself for this Peak Pose by including wrist releases and lots of chest and shoulder openers as well as some lunges to lengthen those psoas! Given all its benefits, you may soon discover Urdhva Dhanurasana to be one of your favorite asanas. Namaste!

02.01.2022 It’s our 20th birthday tomorrow. BUT YOU GET THE GIFTS! That’s right! Free yoga for everyone tomorrow to celebrate AYA turning 20! Already a member?... bring a friend, or 2 or 3 for FREE!! Never been to our beautiful Prahran Shala?... just come along 10 minutes prior to any class tomorrow and receive a warm welcome and a free class. Happy birthday AYA!