Vai Yoga & Occupational Therapy

25/10/2026

How often do we allow external events to disrupt our peace? Very often 😅

Yoga teaches us a different way: the practice of non-reaction.
As we move, breathe, and cultivate awareness, we learn to let emotions pass through without becoming consumed by them. We begin to recognise that we do not have to respond to every thought, feeling, or trigger.
The pause is the practice.
Non-reaction is not about suppressing emotions. It is about creating space between stimulus and response, allowing us to choose how we show up rather than reacting automatically.
When we stop stirring the mind, it settles. Like muddy water left undisturbed, clarity naturally emerges.
Regular yoga practice develops greater steadiness, presence, and peace amidst life’s changing circumstances.

21/09/2026

Studio update - front door upgrade 🙂 A wooden panel has been installed at the front entrance as part of our door upgrade, and all classes are running as usual.

A new double‑glazed sliding door will be installed next, helping improve comfort and reduce noise. We hope this creates a calmer, quieter space to support your yoga practice.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

18/09/2026

A quick update for our yoga community:
Our Sunday classes (20 September) are cancelled this week due to the removal of the front door. We will install a new double‑glazed door to enhance comfort and create a calmer, quieter practice space.
Thank you for your understanding as we make the studio even more supportive for your practice.
Classes resume on Monday, and we look forward to welcoming you back on the mat.
Thank you 🙏🏼

12/09/2026

When life stays “switched on” for too long, regular moments are needed to help us come back down. That’s where mindful movement makes such a difference. Through slow breath, intentional movement, and shared practice, we give the body a chance to soften. Muscles release, thoughts settle, and the nervous system shifts into a steadier, calmer state.

Humans are built to handle stress and challenge. Our nervous system is designed to rise, respond, and adapt. Although yoga doesn’t remove stress in life, it teaches us to regulate our nervous system and emotions to face practical aspects of life.

If you’ve been looking for a reset, you’re welcome to join us on the mat. Doing this together amplifies the effect — community reminds us we’re not carrying everything alone.

Intro offer: 21 days unlimited yoga for $49

09/09/2026

Meet Sue, our new chair yoga teacher

After retiring from her career in aged care, Sue chose to keep learning, keep moving, and keep giving back — showing us all that can stay alive at any age.

Sue began her yoga journey eight years ago to ease work stress and support her wellbeing, and her steady practice soon grew into a passion she wanted to share with others. In 2024/25 she completed her 200hr Yoga Teacher Training twice. Her determination and commitment to learning shine through everything she does.

Sue brings a gentle, nurturing approach to her chair yoga classes at our working partners in the aged care sector. I am grateful for the kindness she offers simply by showing up with an open mind.

01/09/2026

Spring days are here, so we took Macchiato out for a little adventure.
Longer light, softer air, and that sense of new energy returning.
If you’ve been waiting for a sign to get moving again… this is it.
Let’s explore and recharge through yoga.

25/08/2026

Yin Yoga with Anita, Thursday, 6pm

We are so happy to welcome Anita to our studio community. She will be guiding our Thursday, 6pm yin class, offering a calm practice to help you unwind, soften and reconnect at the end of the day. Come say hello on Thursday evening and help us welcome her into our lovely community.

"In the early days of my yoga teaching career, I began facilitating retreats, workshops, writing articles and later developed my own Yin Yoga and Thai Massage blend. Still, something felt incomplete. I enjoyed yogic philosophy and teaching asanas, but there was a practical element that was missing between what I was learning, and the way me and my students could, and could not cope with modern life. This became all the more evident during the pandemic. It was also during this time that I started my psychotherapy and counselling studies and found great personal benefit in taking from both my yogic and psychotherapy studies. Today, I work by combining elements from all these different frameworks to bring as much value as I can to my students." Anita.

Thanks,
Rachel

13/08/2026

Today we share a very heartfelt farewell to Eileen, who has been teaching with Vai Yoga since the studio first opened in 2022. Her gentle teaching style and friendly presence have touched so many students over the past four years.

Eileen is taking a well‑deserved break from teaching in our studio, and while she will be deeply missed, we’re so grateful for everything she has offered to our students and our studio.

Wishing you all the very best, Eileen. I’m sure our paths will cross again in our yoga journey.

11/08/2026

I attended Sophie’s Sophie Paterson | Vibrant Hand-painted Art & Jewellery beautiful yoga class last Monday - a gentle but deeply effective flow that opened the shoulders, softened the hips, and created space to breathe a little more fully 😌 How nice!

Sophie, our wonderful teacher is heading to Bali soon for yoga teaching professional development. We’re cheering her on and can’t wait to hear all the new knowledge and inspiration she’ll bring back to us.

Sue will cover Sophie’s classes for the next two Mondays.

03/08/2026

Our Winter Sale wraps up tomorrow.
Take 20% off all class packages and set yourself up for the next 12 months of yoga, warmth, and mindful movement.

If you’ve been thinking about moving more, stretching the stiffness away, or giving yourself a year of steady wellbeing, now is the moment.

Winter makes the body feel stiff — cold weather, less movement 😌
This season, give your body what it’s asking for: stretch, breathe and soften ☘️🧘‍♀️

Enjoy 20% off all yoga class packages during our Winter Sale.
Move with us, soften the stiffness, and feel your body come alive again.