Jessica Bourke Yoga

I've had 10-15 messages from people who cannot come to class tomorrow, so I'm taking it as a sign that we are all heading to beach instead! 🏖 I hope you are all having a wonderful weekend full of family and friends and sun and love ❤️ .

I never ever thought I'd have a White Christmas Tree - This 5 year old is sooooo excited for Santa and really wanted a white one, so here we are 😅 - we are still hunting for the perfect star 🌟 and hope to find one next week. Creating beautiful moments and memories... such an incredible journey. 😍
And thank you for all your messages and emails about wanting to do yoga at Balyang next year! You love and support is very appreciated and reciprocated.

Home.
Sunday's class felt like being Home.
Thank you to so many who came along - I know it's a busy time of year. Thank you for making the practice of yoga a priority for your day 🙏 ✨️
Our next 2 classes are on Sunday the 4th and 11th of December at 10.30 am.
Then it's only a Sunday before Christmas (can you believe that?!) so we'll take a break until early January.
This Sunday will be a similar class to the Jivamuki Spiritual Warrior... with plenty of variations and options to suit your body.
The weather looks fantastic for this weekend!! Woo hoo!
Come and have some yoga fun amongst the gum trees and wildlife. Your body and mind will be filled with so much love and peace - just what we all need now after such an incredible year.
Hope to connect with you soon 🙏 🙂

Yoga at Balyang Santuary is on! Tomorrow! Relaunch Take 3 😁🎉
At 10.30 am - I have planned a nourishing and gentle class with a focus on Nature and Living in the Present. Please bring a blanket to keep warm for an extended guided relaxation and Meditation. ❤
After a hot 27 degrees today, tomorrow morning will be lovely and refreshing.
So excited to be seeing you soon!
Balyang Santuary - Newtown, Geelong.
$20 or $15 Consession . Kids are FREE

Where has spring gone please?? There was a lot of rain overnight and conditions are quite wintery this morning so we are going to start back next Sunday 🌞 with a 20 degree day! 😀 it's going to be sensational ✨️ 😍 🙌 Can't wait for next Sunday!
Sending you lots of love ❤️ 😍

Weather looks surprising reasonable for this Sunday at Balyang Santuary!
See you there for a 10.30 am start 🥰
Might be a good idea to have layers on and don't forget to bring a blanket to keep warm for savasana!

Where did the storm go?? There was lightening and thunder brewing... it was magical ✨️ on the beach. Who eles gets excited by storms??
Last summer there were at least 2 really intense storms in Highton and surrounds. I found out recently they were a "once every 7 year storms" I was living in a house with floor to ceiling windows and the lightening looked and felt like it was happening in My back yard, a few meters away . The thunder was also the loudest i can remember. I'm normally pretty relaxed in storms... but thoes ones had my adrenaline pumping 😅 and praying the trees didn't fall.
Both storms happened in the evening around my young son's bed time. So to keep him in bed 😅 and on track for sleep time, we talked about Thor being in the sky, flexing his muscles, in all his power ect. "It's just Thor saying hi."
This seemed to release any anxiety and he went to sleep soon after the storm 😴 .
Hopefully the storm comes back and everyone is safe and can enjoy a magnificent stormy evening!

Where did the storm go?? There was lightening and thunder brewing... it was magical ✨️ on the beach. Who eles gets excited by storms?? Last summer there were at least 2 really intense storms in Highton and surrounds. I found out recently they were a "once every 7 year storms" I was living in a house with floor to ceiling windows and the lightening looked and felt like it was happening in My back yard, a few meters away . The thunder was also the loudest i can remember. I'm normally pretty relaxed in storms... but thoes ones had my adrenaline pumping 😅 and praying the trees didn't fall. Both storms happened in the evening around my young son's bed time. So to keep him in bed 😅 and on track for sleep time, we talked about Thor being in the sky, flexing his muscles, in all his power ect. "It's just Thor saying hi." This seemed to release any anxiety and he went to sleep soon after the storm 😴 . Hopefully the storm comes back and everyone is safe and can enjoy a magnificent stormy evening!

CHANGE OF DATE FOR OUTDOOR YOGA
NOW- Sunday 20TH NOVEMBER 10.30am.

Bob Marley's profound words... A song that continues to transend and touch our hearts on so many levels 💕

I need to push back the start of Outdoor Yoga at Balyang Santuary, Geelong
As Ive been " busy" freeing my mind and need more time to prepare the business side of the experience.

I moved house 4 weeks ago (twice in 12 months) and in my Capricorn logical brain thought - ok, 2 weeks to settle, 2 weeks to get the business side sorted. Easy peasy! 😅
So after my 2 week deadline - ok Jess, time to sit down and get the things done!
But when I dropped the boys off at Kinder and High School, I found that I couldn't sit down and do the business things. I found I needed to continue to move, nature, rest and yoga🧘‍♀️ . So I did that instead... freeing myself from deadlines and unreasonable self- expectations.

I apologise for pushing the date back... I can't wait to start yoga at Balyang very soon... I'm ready to sit down and do the business things now ( Im still manifesting that P.A - where are you?? 😅)
And I'd love to start Thursday mornings like last summer too! And a You Yangs class just before Christmas.

Thank you for your grace, patience and understanding. 🙏🙏🙏
I appreciate everyone one of you.

The profound words from Bob Marley are from one of my most favourite song of all time 'Redemption Song' . It was the last track on his final Album .

I'd like to create classes based on this amazing song. So if that sparks interest, please come along and enjoy yoga outdoors with nature. A space where we are free and safe to express ourselves in✨️a friendly community of people.

Lotsa love and light
Jess 🥰🥰

CHANGE OF DATE FOR OUTDOOR YOGA NOW- Sunday 20TH NOVEMBER 10.30am. Bob Marley's profound words... A song that continues to transend and touch our hearts on so many levels 💕 I need to push back the start of Outdoor Yoga at Balyang Santuary, Geelong As Ive been " busy" freeing my mind and need more time to prepare the business side of the experience. I moved house 4 weeks ago (twice in 12 months) and in my Capricorn logical brain thought - ok, 2 weeks to settle, 2 weeks to get the business side sorted. Easy peasy! 😅 So after my 2 week deadline - ok Jess, time to sit down and get the things done! But when I dropped the boys off at Kinder and High School, I found that I couldn't sit down and do the business things. I found I needed to continue to move, nature, rest and yoga🧘‍♀️ . So I did that instead... freeing myself from deadlines and unreasonable self- expectations. I apologise for pushing the date back... I can't wait to start yoga at Balyang very soon... I'm ready to sit down and do the business things now ( Im still manifesting that P.A - where are you?? 😅) And I'd love to start Thursday mornings like last summer too! And a You Yangs class just before Christmas. Thank you for your grace, patience and understanding. 🙏🙏🙏 I appreciate everyone one of you. The profound words from Bob Marley are from one of my most favourite song of all time 'Redemption Song' . It was the last track on his final Album . I'd like to create classes based on this amazing song. So if that sparks interest, please come along and enjoy yoga outdoors with nature. A space where we are free and safe to express ourselves in✨️a friendly community of people. Lotsa love and light Jess 🥰🥰

Father Sky ..... Mother Earth
I was reminded in yoga class today that it was Fathers Day.
It had completely slipped my mind.
I grew up without a Father, yet was blessed with an amazing Grand Father. His gentleness (and height) can be seen through my boys, my brother and cousins.
I do not feel sorry for myself for not knowing my father as we are the author of our own stories. 💚
My teacher reminded us that we all come from some where. And like her (also not growing up with a father) I take comfort in God the Father, Father Sky and my favourite Norse Gods- Odin and Thor. ⚡️⚡️
It was low tide and the sun was out after class so I headed down to the cliffs and rock pools.
Today's picture depicts a Grandfather and Grand son with a kite 💙.
There were heaps of present Fathers, Grand Fathers out exploring with their kids.
I crawled out of a watery cave and laughed with a present Father who's kids were half submerged in the rock pools, doing their fun kid things!.
It was such a happy vibe down there 🥰

I'm sending my love and healing to thoes without Fathers, absent Fathers, estranged Fathers.

If you are a present Father doing your best ( it's not an easy role at times and comes with lots of responsibilities RESPECT ), the Universe thanks you. The world needs you so much.
Your legacy is changing and healing the earth 🌎 ✨️✨️❤

Father Sky ..... Mother Earth I was reminded in yoga class today that it was Fathers Day. It had completely slipped my mind. I grew up without a Father, yet was blessed with an amazing Grand Father. His gentleness (and height) can be seen through my boys, my brother and cousins. I do not feel sorry for myself for not knowing my father as we are the author of our own stories. 💚 My teacher reminded us that we all come from some where. And like her (also not growing up with a father) I take comfort in God the Father, Father Sky and my favourite Norse Gods- Odin and Thor. ⚡️⚡️ It was low tide and the sun was out after class so I headed down to the cliffs and rock pools. Today's picture depicts a Grandfather and Grand son with a kite 💙. There were heaps of present Fathers, Grand Fathers out exploring with their kids. I crawled out of a watery cave and laughed with a present Father who's kids were half submerged in the rock pools, doing their fun kid things!. It was such a happy vibe down there 🥰 I'm sending my love and healing to thoes without Fathers, absent Fathers, estranged Fathers. If you are a present Father doing your best ( it's not an easy role at times and comes with lots of responsibilities RESPECT ), the Universe thanks you. The world needs you so much. Your legacy is changing and healing the earth 🌎 ✨️✨️❤

One week to go!
Outdoor yoga at Balyang resumes very soon! From Sunday 6th of November at 10.30 am.
I cannot wait to start sharing photos of our classes rather then the weekly selfies 😅
It's definitely the perfect time to start our Journey of Outdoor Yoga together again!
If you joined us last summer or perhaps new to the outdoor yoga experience, you will be warmly welcomed by the friendly and down to earth community.
The beauty and brilliance of yoga outdoors is that no class is ever the same. You might see ducks, cockys, interesting bugs, cute puppies or even the odd cute little kid! Feel free to get a little distracted by all the beautiful nature things! All family members are always welcome.
Some classes are deep and life changing and some classes are light and full of laughter.... more often a combination of both.
All classes are suitable for thoes who are new to yoga. 🥰

To honour a recent milestone of getting a divorce and to celebrate my life journey ✨️
I just gave myself 3 days of doing absolutely everything i love - yoga, meditation, nature and celebrations. Oh and a little binge on and the new Lord of the Ring Series! It's amazing!
3 days of heaven - the perfect recharge ✨️🎉🥰 . If you're like me and unable at this point in time to get away for a holiday, clear your schedule and book yourself into your own mini local retreat, filling it with all the things that light you up!

Last summer seems a life time ago -I'm so excited to be seeing you all soon and to be sharing the journey of yoga together ❤️ ✨️

Two weeks to go! Outdoor yoga at Balyang resumes very soon! From Sunday 6th of November at 10.30 am. I cannot wait to start sharing photos of our classes rather then the weekly selfies 😅 It's definitely the perfect time to start our Journey of Outdoor Yoga together again! If you joined us last summer or perhaps new to the outdoor yoga experience, you will be warmly welcomed by the friendly and down to earth community. The beauty and brilliance of yoga outdoors is that no class is ever the same. You might see ducks, cockys, interesting bugs, cute puppies or even the odd cute little kid! Feel free to get a little distracted by all the beautiful nature things! All family members are always welcome. Some classes are deep and life changing and some classes are light and full of laughter.... more often a combination of both. All classes are suitable for thoes who are new to yoga. 🥰 To honour a recent milestone of getting a divorce and to celebrate my life journey ✨️ I just gave myself 3 days of doing absolutely everything i love - yoga, meditation, nature and celebrations. Oh and a little binge on and the new Lord of the Ring Series! It's amazing! 3 days of heaven - the perfect recharge ✨️🎉🥰 . If you're like me and unable at this point in time to get away for a holiday, clear your schedule and book yourself into your own mini local retreat, filling it with all the things that light you up! Last summer seems a life time ago -I'm so excited to be seeing you all soon and to be sharing the journey of yoga together ❤️ ✨️

Hello dear friends! It's ranger Jess here reporting from Pt Addis again lol
We have a start date for Out Door Yoga at Balyang Sanctuary, Highton, Geelong!
The weekend after our next round of long weekend/public holidays ( God bless them ) - Sunday 6/11/22 at 10.30 am.

I'm planning gentle classes that focus on our connection to earth and breath with luscious meditations and simple Sanskrit chanting (cannot wait to to share the beautiful melody of the harmonium).
Sun and Moon salutations to celebrate their significance in our lives and gentle well rounded asana (movement) to strengthen and detox our bodies and minds!
Balyang Yoga classes will be suitable to all - from beginners to the experienced.
I have also been given the green light from Barwon Boat House Cafe (along the Barwon River, Highton) to have classes on their beautiful lawns, so we'll go there too at some stage.
Have you checked out the Barwon since the rains?? 😮 full on! Magnificent!
Looking forward to finally seeing new and old faces soon! The weather should be pretty consistent by then.

More to details and developments to come 💫💫✌️

Hello dear friends! It's ranger Jess here reporting from Pt Addis again lol We have a start date for Out Door Yoga at Balyang Santuary, Highton, Geelong! The weekend after our next round of long weekend/public holidays ( God bless them ) - Sunday 6/11/22 at 10.30 am. I'm planning gentle classes that focus on our connection to earth and breath with luscious meditations and simple Sanskrit chanting (cannot wait to to share the beautiful melody of the harmonium). Sun and Moon salutations to celebrate their significance in our lives and gentle well rounded asana (movement) to strengthen and detox our bodies and minds! Balyang Yoga classes will be suitable to all - from beginners to the experienced. I have also been given the green light from Barwon Boat House Cafe (along the Barwon River, Highton) to have classes on their beautiful lawns, so we'll go there too at some stage. Have you checked out the Barwon since the rains?? 😮 full on! Magnificent! Looking forward to finally seeing new and old faces soon! The weather should be pretty consistent by then. More to details and developments to come 💫💫✌️