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Whole of Heart

200H certified yoga teacher|
Whole of Heart aims to bring connection back to ourselves, each other and the world around us through our daily lives.

More than just a yoga flow - a gateway to help regulate the nervous system and mind in a holistic way.

21/05/2026

I have just returned from undertaking my 50hr yoga teacher training for trauma, anxiety, depression and body image in Sydney with the amazing and knowledgeable .yoga.counselling

It sounds heavy and it is, but it’s something I feel passionate about to better understand how to make classes and offerings that are truly accessible and helpful to a wide range of people that may be able to benefit from some form of yoga practices.

I was fortunate to be in a room filled with such experienced and diverse backgrounds and perspectives- from psychotherapy to yoga therapy.

My head and heart are full and I have been working to process all that I have learnt. I will continue to process this over coming weeks and months and hope to bring some of this into classes and future offerings.

Current fortnightly classes on offer :
Monday - foundational yoga 5.45pm- 6.30pm
Tuesday - Everyday yoga 6.30pm - 7.30pm

Hope to see you in a class soon!

❤️

12/05/2026

A few years ago I took the plunge and went on a yoga retreat by myself held by the lovely .mind.wellness. It was here I started a new path of exploration and new experiences leading into my yoga teacher training last year. 🧘

It has taken a lot of courage.
Courage to step outside my comfort zone and try something new. Courage to do it alone.
To not know where it will lead but do it anyway.
To be vulnerable.
To follow my heart.
To believe in myself more.

Before I started my yoga teacher training I doubted myself as I was not great at balances and feared having to demonstrate king dancers pose (pictured here).

Of course that is the first pose I had to teach to the whole class 😳 but I managed and survived without falling over!

Since this time, with ongoing practice I have improved my ability to balance, but is still a work in progress and differs from day to day 😊⚖️

I am preparing to gather my courage again for further yoga teacher training: 50hr yoga for trauma, anxiety and depression. I’m interested to explore in more detail how this is held in the body and how yoga can help with addressing this.

I hope to integrate learnings into upcoming classes and offerings.

❤️🙏

08/05/2026

Fun Fact Friday: Apparently it is Mindful May. I was not aware of this until yesterday, but now you know too 😊

The concept of mindfulness can sometimes become saturated in wellness circles, however there are demonstrated benefits to some form of mindful practice. if you are thinking you could benefit from applying a practice to help still your mind, then yoga is a great way to start 🧘🏼‍♀️

There are still a few spots left for our next block of Foundational yoga classes commencing Monday 11 May at 5.45pm. Small classes, equipment provided, friendly environment. Why not give it a go?

We will be revisiting some foundational concepts for poses, breath and meditation.

https://www.trybooking.com/DIKGB
www.wholeofheart.com.au

Namaste 😊🙏 🫶

01/05/2026

Fun Fact Friday!

Hips not only hold physical tension, but they can hold emotions.

As someone with a science background, this was initially alien to me when I first heard it, but as I learnt more about yoga and it’s benefits, it is not uncommon to experience an emotional release from certain practices - particularly in the hips. I have also experienced this first hand as I myself have tight hips. 😩🦵

Traditional Chinese medicine also highlights how emotions are stored in the body.

Why do we hold tension here?

Physical Causes: Long periods of sitting at desks 👩‍💻driving 🚗 or repetitive motion (running/cycling) 🚴‍♂️⛹️‍♀️cause the iliopsoas (hip flexor) muscles to contract and tighten.

Emotional Storage: In yoga philosophy, the hips are considered a storage center for suppressed emotions, stress, and fear, often tightening during times of overwhelm.

Lower Back Connection: Tight hips frequently cause, or are linked to, lower back pain due to altered posture and pressure on the pelvis.

If you feel you could benefit from some hip release, this is the class for you! 🧘🏼‍♀️

If you feel you could benefit from some hip release, this is the class for you!

Bookings for Tuesday: https://www.trybooking.com/DJWAF

For more info or other class information visit: https://www.wholeofheart.com.au

Have a great weekend!
🙂🫶

27/04/2026

Been feeling this lately! Stepping outside my comfort zone and into new ways of being has been a roller coaster ride, but leaning more into the creative and heart centred parts of me feels quite freeing! If you feel this way too, I invite you to take some time to connect with what makes you feel alive and in the moment! Yoga helps us to be in the moment and connect back into ourselves, so I thought I would share as a motivational Monday post- Have a great week 😊🙏❤️

25/04/2026

Another block of Monday Foundational classes added! 🧘🏼‍♀️

Last class for this series Monday 27 April - new participants still welcome 😊
New block of 4 classes commencing Monday 11 May.

These are available as single class passes or save the hassle and purchase the block of 4 in advance.

Visit: https://www.wholeofheart.com.au
Foundational Yoga: https://www.trybooking.com/DIKGB

Or for a slightly later time slot on a different day, Everyday yoga is still occuring on alternate Tuesdays - Next class 5 May - 6.30pm-7.30pm. Suitable for all levels. 👍

Everyday Yoga: https://www.trybooking.com/DJWAF

Hope to see you at a class soon!

Rachael 🫶❤️🙏

18/04/2026

Eye pillows incoming!

We will be trialling out some eye pillows on Tuesday night during meditation. Lavender scented and non scented. First in best dressed! If we like these I will order more 😊

Reminder that our new block of classes for Everyday yoga start this Tuesday 21/4 at 6.30pm. 🧘🏼‍♀️ Hope to see you there!

Single class $15
Block of 4 classes $50

https://www.trybooking.com/DJWAF

16/04/2026

I have heard people tell me lately they would like to do yoga, but they don’t like yoga clothes or are not flexible enough.

Whole of heart is a small, welcoming space where you can work to your own level of flexibility and just wear clothes you can move freely in.

Monday classes are particularly good for beginners, but Tuesdays classes are also good for beginner-intermediate. Everything is adaptable! I also supply props to support you as needed.

https://wholeofheart.com.au/

15/04/2026

Welcome to Whimsical Wednesday!

The C6 vertebra is often called the “smiling” or “happy” vertebra because, on medical imaging like X-rays or CT scans, the shape of the vertebral body and its upward-curved features resemble a smiling face. Located in the lower cervical spine, C6 supports the head and is vital for neck flexibility, often noted in anatomy as a “smiling” landmark.

While not all vertebrae are smiling, they are all supporting you! At Whole of Heart yoga we appreciate how hard the spine works for us everyday, and ensure appropriate alignment and breath to support and strengthen our spine throughout practice.

13/04/2026

Tonights post is on theme for Motivational Monday 😁

Shout out to my Monday night foundational class!

It has been a pleasure teaching classes this year and seeing you develop your practice.

How you have shown up.
What things have landed for you.
The conversations either side of class.

And of course your packup assistance!

Foundational classes are fortnightly - bookings via https://www.trybooking.com/DIKGB

10/04/2026

Looking to relieve tension, and improve strength and flexibility in a welcoming and supportive environment? No need for lycra either if thats not your thing! Just wear something you can move in. Suitable for all levels of experience.

Full details on the website: https://wholeofheart.com.au

Current classes:

Alternate Monday evenings - 5.45pm-6.30pm
Foundational class - suitable for beginners
https://www.trybooking.com/DIKGB

Alternative Tuesdays - 6.30pm-7.30pm
Everyday yoga - commencing 10 March
https://www.trybooking.com/DJWAF

Combining breath, movement and meditation

Athelstone Community Hall

Hope to see you at a class soon!

🙏❤️

Address

Athelstone, SA
5076

Website

http://www.wholeofheart.com.au/, https://www.yogaallianceinternationalregistry.com/australia/athelstone/yoga-teacher-ryt

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