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Soul Fusion Yoga is for everyone. I am passionate about bringing yoga to you in a safe, practical and easy to follow fun way. Here is My Story. I hope it inspires you to trust in your body and explore your yoga journey...
Doctors and Specialists advised that operating on my 2 bulging disks was the only option for 5 years of chronic pain and sciatic numbness caused by a car accident in my late 20’s. Having read many books on how the body has infinite intelligence to heal itself, the idea of having an operation on my spine was not an option, so I had to go in search of one.
Why did I leave it that long before seeking advice? I thought if I ignored it for long enough the pain would go away (sound familiar)
It became unbearable and to be honest, the thought of my future in a wheelchair gave me the drive to find SOMETHING other than surgery.
A Specialist suggested surgery
A friend suggested yoga...
I was very apprehensive about going to a class as it was my understanding one had to be flexible, a vegetarian and show an uncanny talent with a tambourine.
My first yoga class I needed assistance getting down onto the mat, nearly every move I made was either incredibly painful or inaccessible and frustration rose its head on many occasion at not being able to do the simplest of moves. My ego tried to push through the pain and soon found out that it’s not the yoga way of doing things – One of the 8 limbs Ahimsa (non-violence) I was very fortunate to have found a traditional, dedicated yoga teacher with acute awareness around chronic pain and anatomy. He gave me the tools to overcome years of chronic pain and sleepless nights, and I am talking years!
After 7 years of Craig’s guidance and free of pain I then embarked on my yoga teacher training with Master John Ogilvie at Byron Yoga Centre. I had to share this knowledge and pass on that it is possible to heal yourself.
I have continued my passion for learning and developing new skills by attending workshops, on-going personal research and sharing the gifts yoga continually gives, to the ever-growing community of yoga lovers. I’ve been a yogi for 11 years and teaching for 4 years and never looked back.
The style I teach is mainly Hatha with attention to detail and alignment. I make hands-on adjustments and teach with humour and an open heart and a genuine passion for helping people to connect with their bodies and empower them to look beyond the physical, keeping it real, grounded and accessible.
I look back on my journey and I know that yoga has changed my life on so many levels. I am grateful for every teacher and the tools yoga has given me to live a more peaceful, compassionate pain-free life. What a Gift.
Yoga teaches us to cure what need not be endured and endure what cannot be cured.
B.K.S Iyengar
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facebook.comHi Lovelies - if you have a few angels handy, would you send them my way please. In hospital all day, seems some pressure built up in my head. A few tests today and more in the am. Trusting that all is as it's meant to be. Special love and thanks to Craig and Lynda Osborne she has the biggest wings I've ever seen. Sorry for missing class tonight and if I miss any the rest of the week. The lesson here is acceptance of change. Thanks in advance everyone. Namaste and a very happy IWD may we all stand Bold and Brave!!! Love Jo xx
Free International Women's Day Early Morning Yoga & Meditation
LOOK LOOK LOOK!!! I am absolutely thrilled to be asked to be one of the yoga teachers at INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY... SUCH AN AWESOME PRIVILEGE and I would LOVE to see you there xoxox Come and join my circle and Celebrate this FREE event tomorrow ! ! 6.30am WEDNESDAY ( in the morning ) KING GEORGE V RECREATION CENTRE 15 Cumberland St THE ROCKS - parking is free till 8am!!! Breakfast and yummy chai is provided for you for free!!! All the details are below and remember to register - so far around 360 GORGEOUS, GLORIOUS, EXCEPTIONAL, WONDERFUL WOMEN KGV in conjunction with IYTA resents Dawn Yoga & Meditation. #BeBoldForChange International Women’s Day 6.30am - Arrival 6.45am - Dawn Meditation 7am - Yoga session 8am – Refreshments Celebrating International Women’s Day in conjunction with International Yoga Teachers Association, KGV will be hosting the biggest Yoga gathering in Australia working with #Empowerhour, an initiative of the charity Dress for Success. Participants will gather at KGV, using the cathedral court space, joining together to form a human mandala. Around the world, IWD is an important catalyst and vehicle for driving greater change for women and moving closer to gender parity. You are encouraged to wear green and/or purple. All levels of yoga welcomed. BYO mat. Admission is free, registration essential. Book your place: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/free-dawn-yoga-and-meditati… Enquiries: 02 9244 3600 kgv@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au
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Traditional Hatha Yoga Monday night 7pm asana - pranayama- meditation - keep practicing and all will be revealed. #soulfusionyoga #asana #pranayama #meditation #tradition #hathayoga #bliss #stillness #harmony #peace #community #authenticwisdom #betterworld #balmainsydney #affordablefitnessbalmain #mondays
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Oh Monday 7am - 9.30am - 1pm Fernwood Broadway #mardigras2017 #recovery #yoga #breathe #mondays #mindfulness #choices #sparkles #glitter #shineon #soulfusionyoga
Free International Women's Day Early Morning Yoga & Meditation
💋INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 💋FREE DAWN YOGA 6.30 am 💋WEDNESDAY MARCH 8 💋I am so thrilled to be asked to be one of the teachers at this World Wide Event and I would love for you to join me! BYO Yoga mat - refreshments supplied after. WHO'S IN? Xx
Authentic Wisdom, Cathy Vanzanden, Naturopath
Here's the low down on Vitality! The beautiful mists I use in class. Sing out and I'll order you one xx
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You + Yin + Wednesday 7.15pm = Space to glow #soulfusionyoga #yin #yinyoga #space #relax #stretch #unwind #peaceful #yogaismorethanasanas #glow #shineonloversoflife #breathe #ahh #affordablefitnessbalmain #balmainsydney #shineon
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Mondays Mondays Yoga Yoga Repeat #yoga #open #expand #explore #move #positivevibes #yoginisofinstagram #shineonloversoflife #soulfusionyoga #fernwoodbroadway
The Most Powerful Moon of the Year: New Moon & Solar Eclipse in Pisces.
THIS... is what I was referring to in class last night. The new moon and eclipse in Pisces, prepare for take off. I'll be on retreat with one of traditional Hatha Yoga's finest. Blessed am I! Looking forward to sharing with you all next week. Have an open hearted new moon weekend. 🙏 Jo
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YIN - in a nutshell-it's oh so sweet!!! The new bolsters are a sensation! Wednesday 7.15pm Affordable Fitness Balmain. #yin #soulfusionyoga #oldskool #bliss #legslikejelly #loversoflife #yoginisofinstagram #yogilife #breathe #lovethelifeyoulive #bolsterpillow #winning #shineonloversoflife #bliss #affordablefitnessbalmain #balmainsydney #bestplacetobe #wednesdaywisdom
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When the Breath wanders, the mind is unsteady, but when the Breath is still, so is the mind still.” – Hatha Yoga Pradipika Pranayama and Meditation Lovers - See you tonight. Balmain Affordable Fitness 7.00
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