Festival Program

Through sun salutations and working our way toward approachable postures, emphasis will be placed on ways of establishing steadiness, ease, moving prana (energy), with efficient use of the breath. Moving from one posture to another, this class is designed to relieve stress and connect yoga students with the authentic self in a way that brings more ease and vitality to every day.

A slow flow and qigong fused class to move through natures elements as we are a reflection of nature, and apart of nature. We will start at earth and ground, then flow with water, fuel the fire in our belly’s and then feel the expansiveness and beauty of air. We finally allow space and rest in ether.

Their signature offering at Be Brave Yoga, Electric Feelz has been facilitated at some of Australia's biggest music festivals and aims to create an experience that is joyous, uplifting and light hearted - they believe yoga doesn't always have to be heavy or just for the “yogis”! Expect a strong vinyasa, set to a pumped up playlist, laughter and a little bit of partner play, spiced up with some fun dance moves (no yoga or dance experience required).

This Kundalini practice features the Power to the Heart Kriya to get your energy moving, and set you up for a great day. Move through a dynamic standing warm-up, then Squats, Body Drops, Table Pose and Cobra Pose lead into a five minute chant (Ong So Hung), which clears negativity and creates a clear receptive mind.

Yoga for Perimenopause, Menopause and The Great Beyond There is much more to the menopause transition than hot flashes and mood swings. Join Annebelle van Tongeren, accredited by Menopause Yoga™️, for a class tailored specifically for the menopause transition, helping to support women with appropriate movement, breathing techniques, mantra and relaxation. Suitable for those both new to Yoga and the experienced yogini in this transitional phase of life and rite of passage.

Yoga massage is a unique form of massage in that it breaks free from the traditional concept of massage being only performed with lotions and oils while bringing meditation and relaxation to the mind and focusing on muscular or fascial tissues and restrictions. It is done on the floor on mats while fully clothed and focuses more on the way that traction can assist deeper energetic release along with rhythmic rocking and pressure along meridian lines to move lymph and stagnant energy through the body. It is a profoundly relaxing experience akin to having a yoga practice done for you.

Open your hearts, rebalance the mind, body and soul to reconnect with ourselves through movement, breath and relaxation. Be immersed in sound as we guide you on a deep meditative journey Emspired yoga & immerse in sound - a MIND BODY & SOUND collaboration

Yoga nidra is the ultimate relaxation technique for releasing stress and tension held in your body. Experience a deep level of relaxation, with this easy to follow meditation and allow your body to restore and balance itself.

Himalayan yoga is an integrative yoga practice where we ignite our inner power through yogic breath work, kriya, asana, and meditation. We will culminate in a unifying practice that reminds us of the internal power we all hold within.

Denise and Steve will take you on a sound journey, with vocal toning, chanting, crystal singing bowl and other acoustic instruments.

Fascial Maneuvers is movement practice dedicated to taking the body out of stress by unwinding stuck fascia. Everyone unlocks greater flexibility, strength, and a sense of well-being and healing through this practice.

A quiet and meditative session, combining Zen walking with seated stillness and breathwork. As you slow down, more and more, you will begin to feel something miraculous! Suits anyone who can walk and sit. Run by Toby Wallace of Deep Mindfulness Yoga.

Join Gayle of Soulcare Bendigo and Bec & Evalina of BE Yoga Bendigo for an unforgettable workshop of Journeying to the self. In this special one and a half hours you will experience sound healing through drumming, singing bowls and song, as well as a deep Forrest Yoga practice to help open up the mind, body and soul. There will be a focus on breathwork, meditation, reflection and relaxation as we guide you through a journey of reconnecting to yourself. Give yourself the gift of your time and energy and let us help you transform into the beautiful butterfly that you are meant to be.

In this class, we will start with a simple introduction to the three pillars of the Ashtanga Vinyasa practice: breath, internal seals and gaze point. We will then explore a modified section of the Primary Series, the traditional Ashtanga sequence, working through forward folding, hip strengthening, spinal rotation and balance. We will play with variations to suit each Yogi’s individual needs. We will also get to cool down with Pranayama and a short Yoga Nidra meditation. Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is a traditional dynamic Yoga practice that flourished in the Indian town of Mysuru (formally Mysore). It combines vigorous movement and breath in a moving prayer aimed to strengthen and stabilise the physical body in preparation for meditation and Samadhi - equanimity. Through daily repetition of the same series, this practice can gift the modern Yogi with a sense of harmony and inner peace, and become one of the few constants in an ever-changing world.

Sattva Yoga Journey, Expect an integrated yoga practice including Asana, Pranayama, Kryia, Mantra, & Meditation all woven together into practice that will light the fire of transformation, expand you consciousness, connect you with others and bring you deeply within. Bring what you need to sit, a bolster or block and open mind with some determination to evolve towards unity.

Flow in a serene, ocean-inspired hatha yoga class. Feel the gentle ebb and flow of the waves as we move through accessible poses that balance effort and ease, all whilst deeply connecting with your breath. Whether you're just beginning or an experienced yogi, this class is designed to help you appreciate the tranquil beauty of the ocean and find harmony within yourself.

A dynamic slow flow. Join me on the yoga mat as we honour our practice with love and compassion.

This 60 minute sessions will begin with a pranayama practice to center and focus the mind, followed by a dynamic Vinyasa flow to build strength and flexibility. We will conclude with restorative yoga to relax and rejuvenate. These sessions are designed to provide a balanced practice, catering to both beginners and those more experienced, fostering a deep sense of relaxation and inner peace.

Fascial maneuvers are intentional movements that are designed to gently but powerfully release and open up our fascia. This allows the body to reset and heal, providing the mind, body and soul with optimal conditions to thrive. FM reduce stress, tension and body pain, improve athletic performance and help with a range of conditions people experience like autoimmune. Fascial maneuvers use a variety of different concepts to release the fascia. Fundamental to FMs is using the breath to change internal pressure within our bodies and create change in different areas to open and release the fascia. Also as fascia is throughout our bodies including the skin you can pin the fascia through stretching or twisting the skin and locking it into place you are activating and working the fascia. A little about fascia: Our fascia is fascia-nating!! Simply, it's one big web of connective tissue that starts in the centre of our bones and winds through and supports every part of our bodies - organs, muscles, bones and blood vessels. But fascia is far from simple!! It is multidimensional and connects us to both the outside world and our internal state and communicates with the brain for stimuli processing. Fascia is where we hold our trauma and emotions and it has a memory. It is a fluid-filled system that moves at the speed of light that needs to be hydrated and not constricted to work properly and support our bodies.

Experience a deep connection to how your body (soma) reacts to various poses and observe the minds reaction. Delve into the depth of your inner strength to shine on the outside.

Moving the body intelligently: anchoring in a blend of qigong and yoga. The intent is use sensation of body to be present, curious and connected

Join us for some soulful chanting of sacred sounds and mantras in kirtan style. Bring healing frequencies to your body, mind and soul and experience the power of your own voice which is the most healing sound of all. Sarah and Nina will guide you on a magical journey of connection and divine expression that will fill your heart with love, joy and bliss. These deeply resonant melodies and soundscapes will leave you feeling nurtured and open to the universal consciousness that connects us all.

Step back into ancient times and discover Ayurveda, the sister science to yoga. Learn how to live in a way that cleanses, purifies, and nourishes the body, embracing the timeless wisdom that complements your yoga lifestyle.

Join us for a serene and heart-opening Metta meditation, where we’ll nurture the boundless love within us all. In this guided session, you’ll be gently led to cultivate loving-kindness (Metta) for yourself and others, fostering a deep sense of connection and compassion. Whether you’re new to meditation or a seasoned practitioner, this practice offers a beautiful opportunity to infuse your heart with warmth and goodwill. Come as you are, and leave with a renewed sense of peace and love for the world around you. Perfect for anyone seeking inner peace, emotional healing, or simply a moment of stillness in the midst of the festival’s vibrant energy. All are welcome.

ZenThai Flow is vinyasa style class based on the 5 element theory in traditional Chinese Medicine..a fluid class supporting strength and fluidity… A beautiful practice to enhance chi flow and ease the mind fluctuations if the mind

The importance of psoas for our health, vitality and emotional well-being. The psoas is the deepest, most stabilizing muscle in the human body, which affects our structural balance, width of movement, joint mobility and functioning of the abdominal organs. It's the only muscle that connects the spine to the legs, responsible for keeping us standing and allowing us to lift our legs to walk. A healthy psoas stabilizes the spine and provides support through the trunk, also forming a good shelf for the abdominal organs. Some recent studies also consider the psoas, a perceptive organ composed of bio-intelligent tissue that literally embodies our deepest desire to survive and thrive. That is, it is the primary messenger of the central nervous system, so it is also considered as a spokesperson of emotions. This is because the psoas is connected to the diaphragm via the connective tissue or fascia, so it is affected in both breathing and reflection fear. An accelerated lifestyle and stress generate adrenaline that chronically strain the psoas, preparing it to run, jump into action or shrink to protect us. If we constantly hold the psoas in tension due to stress, over time it begins to shorten and harden. This will make our posture and the functions of the organs that live in the abdomen difficult, leading to back pain, sciatica, disc problems, hip degeneration, painful periods or digestive problems. On the other hand, a tense psoas sends tension signals to the nervous system, interferes with fluid movement and affects diaphragmatic breathing. In fact, the psoas is so intimately involved in basic physical and emotional reactions, that when it is chronically tense, it is sending the body continuous signals of danger, so it can resonate in exhaustion of l the adrenal glands and immune system. This situation is aggravated by the way we sit or the postures of our daily habits, which reduce our natural movements and further constrain the muscle.

Nourish your nervous system and soothe your soul with Nat and Bec. This curated sequence of breath work, kundalini yoga, mantra chanting and sound mediation will bring you back to natural resonance. Movement opens the body. Your breath carries the sound. Group chanting elevates the sound meditation experience as you lie down and drift to the land of lullaby.

Yin Yoga is your nourishing rest and digest yoga. This is due to the effects it has on your parasympathetic nervous system. One of the main purposes of your parasympathetic nervous system is to conserve energy which can be used later. With a focus on stillness as you begin to turn your mind inward. Yin teaches us patience, acceptance and allows us to become the observer. Observing our mind and body by being presently still and aware of our inner world.

Combine breath, movement and fundamental yoga postures. A great way to start your festival day.

Experience deep rest and relaxation with Seasonal Yin Yoga. This yin yoga workshop offers you a sanctuary to slow down, tune in, and reconnect to your body's innate healing. Yin yoga is a mindfulness practice that journeys deep into the body, mind, and psyche, unearthing deep tensions and helping release them to bring greater flexibility and flow in life. In this workshop you will learn how to adapt your yoga practice and lifestyle to align to the elements of the seasons, so we can flow with greater ease and fulfilment in life. Make sure to bring a blanket and warm layers if the weather is cool so you can keep yourself cosy through the practice.

Chandra Namaskar (Moon Salutation) is a calm and grounding practice that differs from its Sun Salutation counterpart. This practice follows a circular motion on the mat, representing the cyclical phases of the moon, and slowly works to open the lower body. Come join us for this meditative practice.

Welcome to A Guided Mantra in Asana! Join Justine and Larissa as they take you through a unique experience that combines movement and sound, focusing on the transformative power of mantra. In this class, we will take you through the six seed sounds during a Sun Salutation, helping to generate energy and improve focus. The vibrations we create together will be truly uplifting! Our classes are accessible to all levels of yoga, so whether you choose to chant along or simply soak up the sounds, you’ll find a welcoming atmosphere. Join us on this journey of self-discovery and connection, one mantra at a time.

Himalayan yoga is an integrative yoga practice where we ignite our inner power through yogic breath work, kriya, asana, and meditation. We will culminate in a unifying practice that reminds us of the internal power we all hold within.

Yoga Nidra is a very specific and powerful restorative technique designed to induce a deep and total physical, mental and emotional relaxation. Benefits can include relief of muscular, emotional and mental tension, reduced anxiety and stress, improved sleep, lowered blood pressure and heart rate, inducing a sense of inner peace and calm - such a wonderful practice! It is usually done from lying, where the body becomes fully relaxed (or sleeps), while the mind remains awake and alert following the verbal instructions. The body, mind and emotions are slowly, gently relaxed and released, by being directed inwards - away from the outer world and its tensions. The body temperature will cool down during this practice - best to bring extra layers/socks or some form of covering/blanket, as well as any supports needed.

All levels creative, dynamic and deeply relaxing class. This vinyasa flow will focus on connecting breath to mindful movement and finish with a short meditation. You'll be invited to challenge yourself and to deepen your practise.

This workshop will encourage you to bring out your childlike sense of playfulness and have fun. Laughter is the best medicine and has amazing health benefits on the mind and body. When we laugh together we feel more open and accepting of ourselves and others, what a fun way to build new friendships. In this workshop we will be incorporating fun group activities, partner yoga asanas , dancing, singing, vocal exercises related to 5 Elements , active and sensory meditations. Let’s have a party!

Described as dance time for the soul , my Vinyasa slow Flow classes give students the opportunity to explore synchronising body and breath, creating fluid movements with ease and precision. My teaching style is clear and calm, offering nurturing guidance to help foster confidence and ease throughout their practice. Each session is an hour to leave the mind's chaos behind and find inner calm.

For this festival, I will be conducting a general yoga class centered on pranayama and asana, using tailored yoga therapy techniques inspired by Guru B.K.S. Iyengar.

Tatiana leads you through heart opening flows designed to relax and open your channels, connect with harmonic frequencies, allowing your system to breathe and enter your very own freedom state. Expect some healing to manifest in the way it needs to after these sessions.

Garba Dance of the Sacred Feminine is a traditional Indian folkloric ‘dance of the womb’ to honour womanhood and dedicated to the different aspects of the feminine principle or “Shakti”. Grounded within the feet and hips, it is a spiraling anticlockwise movement meditation that cultivates balance in the flow of change and transformation.

In this class, we embrace the holistic teachings of Swami Sivananda, focusing on the harmony of body, mind, and spirit. The practice is designed to promote overall well-being through a balanced approach of Breath work, postures, relaxation and meditation. All levels welcomed!

The colour body is the only true defence against psychic attacks or the negative thoughts of others. A healthy, balanced aura lets the good in, but is also a mighty fortress against anything negative. You're sure to enjoy this introduction to Sound Breathing, helping to restore and generate positive colours, improve concentration, focus and calm the mind.

Curious about how ancient practices can bring harmony and healing into your life? Join me for an engaging workshop on the Six Healing Sounds, a core technique in Himalayan traditions and Traditional Chinese Medicine. These sounds heal at the physical and emotional levels —they’re powerful tools to release stress, balance emotions, and promote overall well-being. We’ll explore each sound in depth, learning how to connect with our body’s energy and use these vocalizations to support our health. Whether you’re new to TCM or looking to deepen your practice, this workshop offers practical insights and techniques you can take home and use daily. Come curious, and leave feeling renewed!

Yoga teachers, come and experience how you can adapt a traditional class to the chair. Many people want to practice Yoga but for many, the mat is not an option. With a Chair Yoga class, asanas can be modified and adapted to suit different abilities. Pranayama, Asana, Meditation and Savasana can all be experienced in the chair. I shall share my experiences with some hints and tips to create your own Chair Yoga classes.