Clayfield Yoga Studio

Lloyd blends breath practice, flowing dance-like movement and traditional Yoga asanas to create a more meaningful connection of mind, body, and spirit.

Lloyd used to think of Yoga was a way to physically enhance his life. Preparing his body for any pursuit that he wanted to do be it sports, running, climbing, swimming, dance … anything really. Now, it has a means of finding balance within his physical body so that he can better experience life with greater authenticity.

The movements open up blocked/stagnant energy and give him the opportunity to feel more. From feeling more opens up to giving and receiving love … another way of saying this is that love is a state of higher appreciation and that asana is a tool that guides into that state. Once in that state intimate flows of energy (Prana, Shakti, etc.) moves through us all.

Lloyd has been practicing Yoga for 10 years and full time for 5 years. Initially, he was always trying to push his students to help them reach their goals in Yoga. Then he found the benefit of having a softer, more alignment focused approach. Now he uses a wide toolkit of Somatic practices to help build awareness in the body and find a deeper meaning of the word ‘practice’.

Lloyd says “Expect to feel your body working, gliding, strengthening and finally releasing into a soft, open space.”

Tanya has been a qualified teacher since 2004, her teachings continues to be influenced by a collective source of amazing teachers, as her commitment to being a student is lifelong journey.  Her teachers come from a variety of backgrounds from both traditional and modern approaches to Yoga. Tanya believes we all have something of value to share and our knowledge and understanding of our bodies and minds are always evolving. 

Tanya uses her understanding of anatomy and physiology to combine the ancient Indian knowledge and traditions of Vinyasa, with a modern alignment based focus. This is purposefully designed to give her students the benefits of traditional yoga within the framework of a supported, practical classroom practice. Tanya’s teachings demonstrate her commitment to practicing yoga techniques correctly in order to obtain the greatest long-term benefits for every individual.

Tanya teaches an alignment based Vinyasa Flow, meaning movements linked with the breath but slowed down to allow for a more mindful awareness on how your body feels in the moment and how its going to move to the next point with safe transitions.

Tanya also teach AcroYoga, a style fused of Yoga, Acrobatics and Healing Arts. These ancient modalities create a balanced practice offering on one side a therapeutic, nurturing connection. The other side is fun and playful with stronger dynamic movements. Tanya calls AcroYoga a catalyst in ‘getting to know ourselves’ faster, as we go places that we couldn’t do on our own.

Besides the group yoga classes and workshops, Tanya also teaches privately. Either one on one, or in small groups up to 4 to give each student personal attention. Private classes are catered to whether you are new to yoga or wanting to take your practice to new level. This individual attention offers continual adjustments and alignment corrections to suit your individual body type, helping gain strength and flexibility faster and safely.

Vanda arrived in Australia from the heart of Europe. She felt like her routines were literally turned upside down. Everything is so different. Except for yoga. When Vanda went on to my first yoga class because of some back pain she didn't have the slightest idea it would actually started a new habit that would stick and help her find a pleasant and safe environment when moving continents. Vanda enjoy's being surrounded by like-minded people, absorbing into the studio atmosphere and the teacher’s knowledge, and supporting enthusiastic students like herself.

Having experienced the profound impact of yoga on her physical, mental and emotional health, Georgina is committed to sharing her love of yoga.

Focusing on slow, flowing vinyasa yoga, Georgina brings yoga to life through the exploration of postures, breathing and meditation. Whether you desire a physical release or practical tools to manage day-to-day stress, she hopes you step off the mat empowered to live your best life.

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Following a life changing event and in her longing for healing Mariza turned to yoga as a way to relax the mind and find a way out of worries and stress. It was through adversity that yoga became the fertile ground where Mariza could plant her seeds for growth and healing - seeds that not only would serve her emotionally, physically, spiritually and mentally but she hopes will also serve others. As a Registered Nurse with a background in quality and safety, education and aged care, Mariza comes to the Studio with a wealth of knowledge and a genuine desire to promote and preserve health across the lifespan. Her aim is to provide a safe environment that flows from the heart using a compassionate and gentle approach. With a focus on rhythmic breath, philosophy, science, spirituality, chakra theory, music, and thoughtful sequencing Mariza’s classes create the opportunity for students to cultivate physical presence, inner peace and spiritual awareness, while at the same time building strength and increasing flexibility. Mariza’s main passion within her teachings is to show people that everyone can do yoga and that it only takes a little to create a positive shift. She believes through yoga you can really dive deep into your system, through all the different layers of your being to empty yourself of any unneeded and unwanted baggage, so that life can be experienced more fully, with more joy, wisdom, and love. As a lifelong student, she continues to develop her practice and understanding of the principles and philosophy of yoga by exploring different approaches and attending workshops and retreats. “Being a silent witness to what happens inside during the practice is what amazes me the most. And it’s the unrelenting commitment to silencing the mind and softening the heart that inspires me to come back to the mat every day, both as a teacher and as a student”.

From a young age, movement and bodywork have been a part of Nirvana’s life.  As a youngster, she was exposed to dance, various sports, drama, yoga and massage.  Her yoga journey continued into adulthood giving relief to the pressures of school teaching life.  Nirvana’s practice and teaching has been immersed in a variety of styles and her classes have become a fusion of these elements (hatha/Iengar, vinyasa, sakshin ghatashta, anti-gravity aerial yoga and acroyoga/partner based yoga).   Her classes largely connect to the flow of movement and breath (vinyasa), anatomical alignment for greater energy flow and intuitively working with the needs of students.  Nirvana believes building heat and energy through mindful conscious movement, slowing down the desire to rush and listening to the needs of the body provides a deeper connection to self and radiates internal peace.

Pamela began her yoga journey in 2000 as a form of relaxation and to manage back pain. She was soon attending 3 classes per week with different teachers to learn more and more because the benefits to her life were so great. In 2005 Pamela qualified as a yoga teacher in the Sivananda tradition to give her a balanced practice of all aspects of a yogic lifestyle and have since added pre and post natal yoga, kids yoga, yoga therapy, core yoga, chair yoga, Yin Yoga and Thai yoga massage. As yoga evolves and changes in her practice emerge, she continue to develop as a teacher. 

Pamela's classes begin with focus on the breath and joint releasing exercises before warm up poses encompassing full spinal movement. She then teach a variety of poses with focus on alignment, building strength and stability in the body while allowing time to be in our body. Each class ends with deep relaxation to nurture the body, mind and soul.

Pamela believes yoga can be practiced by everybody, so recognising the individuality of each students practice, Pamela gives options to accommodate injuries and limitations as well as offering assists and adjusts if necessary allowing for a safe and supported practice.

Sharon’s initial training was with Radiant Light Yoga on the Sunshine Coast in 2010/2011. Since then has completed 2 Level 2 and 2 additional Level 1 Yoga Teacher training courses in Bali (2014) and India (2016). Sharon quotes that through these wonderful and diverse teachers she has found some amazing tools and practices to help stay centred and balanced. Sharon teaches to help others to find that as well. With a flowing style that is both calming and challenging you will become stronger and more flexible, and then enjoy the peace that follows. Her focus is on safe alignment and shed modifies poses to suit your body. Sharon also uses breath work and meditation practices to assist students to find a deep stillness within their practice.