Yoga with Sandra

27/09/2026

It’s lovely to see one of our regular yoga ladies putting her hand up once again to serve our community, this time seeking re-election to Council and also putting herself forward as a candidate for Mayor. 🌿

Whatever the outcome, I think it’s wonderful to see people who are already actively involved in their community willing to step forward, contribute their time and take on the responsibility of public service.

And before anyone says, “But yoga shouldn’t be political…” — I agree that our yoga space is not the place for political debate or persuasion. But yoga is also about awareness, connection, compassion and being part of the community we live in. Acknowledging someone’s willingness to serve that community doesn’t have to be about taking sides or promoting a particular viewpoint — sometimes it’s simply about recognising the courage it takes to put your hand up and participate.

Wishing Leanne all the very best for the journey ahead. 🧘‍♀️🌿

One thing experience has taught me is that the bigger the decision, the more important it is to do the work first.
Read. Ask questions. Listen to different perspectives. Look at the evidence. And sometimes, give yourself permission to say, “I need to understand more before I decide.”
I've never seen that as indecision. I see it as responsibility.
Some decisions deserve time.

Leanne Raw
Candidate for Mayor | Seeking Re-election as Councillor

27/08/2026

Yesterday, at 10:30am, the wind was blowing strong, carrying our worries away and giving us something to focus on as we settled into class and listened to the sounds of nature around us.

Inside the yurt, the air was cosy and warm. Ninety minutes later, we emerged feeling completely relaxed, re-energised and, for a little while at least, without a care in the world. 🤍

Can you believe we get to do this every Wednesday?

We give ourselves permission to embody the tortoise — slow, deliberate and with nowhere else to be. 🐢

Just breathe.
Just be.
And let the world wait. 🌿

😎

22/08/2026

Classes resume Wednesday, August 26th, 10:30am.

When we feel safe, connected and free to be ourselves, something begins to soften within us.

We breathe a little deeper. We feel a little lighter. We begin to thrive.
And when we thrive, the world around us feels it too.

Perhaps this is where change begins — with each of us. 🤍🌿🌼

07/08/2026

Recently we returned home after a lovely mid-winter escape to beautiful Yeppoon in Central Queensland. Unfortunately, we also returned home feeling quite unwell, so I’ve decided to take the month of August off to see winter out and enjoy a gentle home-based retreat.

Our time away was filled with wonderful experiences—meeting new friends, playing plenty of fun and competitive pickleball, bringing home a couple of medals, and creating many special memories along the way.

For now, I’m embracing the slower pace of winter, allowing time to rest, restore and simply be.

If the weather begins to warm before the end of August, yoga classes may resume a little earlier, so keep an eye on this page for updates.

Wishing you all a peaceful and cosy winter. 🤍

30/06/2026

A rainy Wednesday invitation… 🌧️🧘‍♀️

When the world outside is quiet and the rain gently falls, there is a beautiful opportunity to turn inward.

Inside the warmth of the yurt, we listen…
to the river flowing beside us,
to the birds singing their own unique song,
and to the gentle rhythm of our own breath.

The river carries away what we no longer need,
the sounds of nature remind us to slow down,
and in the stillness we reconnect with the wisdom within.

This is an invitation in…
a moment each Wednesday to pause, breathe, move and be held by nature.

Come and share this peaceful space with me tomorrow — where yoga meets the soothing embrace of the natural world. 🌿

“Sometimes the rain makes the yurt feel even more magical…” 💛

21/06/2026

🌿🧘‍♀️✨ International Day of Yoga — 21 June 2026 ✨🧘‍♀️🌿

This year’s theme is “Yoga for Healthy Ageing” — and I couldn’t think of a more beautiful reminder that yoga truly is a lifelong companion. 🙏🌸💖

As I approach life each year, I feel more grateful than ever for the gifts yoga has given me — strength, balance, flexibility, mindfulness, resilience, and the ability to meet each season of life with more grace.

Yoga is not about chasing youth… it is about honouring the body we have, nurturing our wellbeing, and continuing to move with awareness, dignity and joy.

To all the beautiful women who join me on the mat — especially those in their wonderful silver years — thank you for inspiring me with your courage, curiosity and commitment to caring for yourselves. 💛

May we continue to breathe deeply, move gently, stand tall and embrace every stage of this incredible journey.

Happy International Day of Yoga 🌿🧘‍♀️✨

12/05/2026

Looking forward to sharing another beautiful crisp, calm and colourful autumn morning with you all again tomorrow. 🧡🍂🧘‍♀️

03/03/2026

“What if the deepest peace you’ve been seeking isn’t found in escaping life… but in slowing down enough to listen to it?

Here, on the banks of the beautiful Inglis River, tall majestic trees and constant birdsong, we practice yoga in a cosy yurt every Wednesday 10:30 am – 12 noon.

No rush, no screens, no noise—just your mat, your breath, and the natural world breathing with you.

Off-grid and private, it’s a rare pocket of stillness in our busy world.

New to the group? You’re especially welcome. We move gently, with modifications and kindness for every body.

Come rediscover what it feels like to simply be here.

Message me to say hello or secure your spot— the river is flowing, waiting for you. 🌊🧘‍♀️🌳

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18/02/2026

🌬️ Surprise weather vibes in yoga today! ❄️

What started as a regular morning turned into an unexpected cool change — it felt like a crisp autumn morning in the middle of February! We weren’t dressed for it at all, so we leaned into some fun dynamic stretching and cranked up the Ujjayi breath to build that beautiful internal fire. 🔥

And guess what? It totally worked! We warmed right up from the inside out, stayed focused, and finished feeling energised and toasty. Nature always knows how to keep us on our toes (and mats) 😂

If you’ve never tried Ujjayi breath, it’s a game-changer for generating heat, calming the mind, and syncing breath with movement. Here’s a simple way to practice it:

How to do Ujjayi Breath (step-by-step):
1. Sit comfortably with a tall spine. Close your eyes if it feels good.
2. Start by breathing normally through your nose.
3. Gently constrict the back of your throat — imagine fogging up a mirror with your breath or making a soft “ha” sound (like a quiet Darth Vader or ocean waves). Keep your mouth closed the whole time.
• A good trick to learn it: Inhale through your nose, then exhale through your mouth while making that “ha” sound. Once you feel the throat constriction, close your mouth and keep the same gentle “ha” on both inhale and exhale through the nose.
4. Breathe slowly and deeply — equal length inhales and exhales, smooth and controlled (no forcing!). You’ll hear a soft, whispering or ocean-like sound in your throat.
5. Practice for a few minutes: try 4-8 breaths, or use it throughout your yoga practice.

It builds internal heat, steadies your focus, and feels so soothing once you get the hang of it.

A little breath work can turn a chilly class into a cosy one?
Stay warm, friends 🔥🧘‍♀️

16/02/2026

Your hips thank you in the form of letting go of old tension when you practice holding and breathing in this shape.

See you all Wednesday 10:30am -12noon for some slow gentle asanas and resting in yin with stillness for deep release.