Clayfield Yoga Studio

Tanya has been practicing yoga since the early 1990’s. It was from her first teacher training in 2004 that solidified her commitment. Yoga has been a saving grace many a times, for this she is ever grateful and dedicated to continue learning and sharing the gifts she has received. There has been so many amazing teachers that have and will continue to inspire her, but it’s her students that have been the greatest of teachers in Tanya’s evolvement. Tanya’s teaching style is alignment focused, either flowing movements or static, she love to uses her understanding of anatomy and physiology with a combination of the ancient and modern philosophies to create classes that draw us into to depth of who we are physically, emotionally and spiritually. Tanya is drawn to take wisdom from our forefathers and make yoga accessible. Beyond the religion, beyond the needing to fit in, Tanya wants to inspire her students to recognise the beauty in each and every one of us today. Besides group yoga classes and workshops, Tanya’s passion is teaching privately. Either one on one, or in small groups, to give each student the personal attention they need to start up or go deeper towards making yoga also a lifelong passion.

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.

full time awesome 

Nicole found yoga many moons ago, she first practiced with her Mum in her teens. Nicole then continued to turn to yoga during various times of her life. Once she became a mother and life got stressful, crazy, and again turned to yoga as a space breath, for quietude, peace and simply Be.

Once her youngest commenced school, yoga became very important in her life and decided to deepen her practice by learning more about yoga philosophy. Nicole embarked on teacher training and never looked back, yoga has simply transformed her life for the better. It has held me when life has been tough, it has allowed her to heal & grow.

Nicole is a wife; mother to four kids and mother to two beautiful fur babies – who love practicing yoga with her. They are her world and allows Nicole to feel blessed to have them all in her life. Family life is busy and important to Nicole, so you will normally find her teaching either the sun rises or for mid-morning practices.

Yoga is not about creating the perfect looking shape in your body. Nicole's style of teaching is to encourage and guide you to really listen & honour your body. Notice and bring your awareness to how the pose (asana) feels in your body. With cues and variations to help you to explore, play & observe how and what feels best in your body. All my classes are suitable for all levels.

Nicole loves to set a weekly theme or focus for her classes which she carries throughout the entire week. The theme can be on body parts ie: shoulders, spine, hips, or elements; season, an inspirational quote or a journey over several weeks through the chakra’s or the limbs of yoga. Nicole loves to weave some yoga philosophy into her classes.

Nicoles morning practices are a Vinyasa Flow to make you feel energised, alert and ready for the day ahead. She loves to teach VinYin & Slow flow practices in the evening were slowing right down can help you to observe and feel the flow and enjoy the transitions. Escaping from the chaos and business of our outer worlds and diving deep within.

As we arrive at the end destination – savasana - Nicole likes to finish the practice together with either reading a poem, or from The Yoga Sutras – to leave you with something to ponder or inspire you and take with you, as we move slowly off our mats into the world.

Learning to Nicole can never stop – she takes part in regular workshops &/or yoga teaching training to keep inspired and her teaching fresh.

She has a dedicated practice and loves to meditate & journal daily.

Alexandra started out with 15 years of dance experience where she learned about the body and its mechanics, as well as how to feel her own inner stillness and connection with life. This led Alexandra on a long journey filled with many gifted teachers and deep personal work.

Over the years she has taken many courses that have been merging together to create a practice she now teachers.  These learnings have helped Alexandra in personal development and now uses her experience to help empower others.  Alexandras greatest gift is to help others also live in peace and harmony with optimal health.

Attending a yoga class in a local hall one Saturday morning proved life-changing for Jo. She’d tried
yoga a few times throughout her life, but that morning’s Vinyasa class was different. Post-class she
felt a new energy, so went back the next week for more.

At a particularly challenging time in her life, regular practice helped her feel calmer and more positive. Jo decided she wanted to teach yoga so she could share with others, things she’d learned on the mat which proved invaluable in everyday life.

Jo still loves Vinyasa, but also enjoys slower flows and Restorative Yoga, and has had the privilege of guiding many first time yogis through their first class. Her mission is to help others experience the joy and benefits of yoga in a supportive, fun and friendly atmosphere. She offers variations for poses and encourages the use of props, so everyone can practise safely and in the right way for their body.

Anna-Lisa's yoga journey began in 2014 as a way to support her running routine. After hitting a massive low in 2018 it was through yoga that she found a sense of self again. Yoga to Anna-Lisa is not only a way to move her body but to challenge herself, the practice allowed her to feel at home within herself. “It helped me realise that I am enough, as I am”... (which is why Yoga is more than just an exercise). 

Through both the asanas and yogic philosophy Anna-Lisa is constantly learning to change her thought patterns and behaviours, clear her mind, and see the beauty in the world. And you can feel this coming through in her classes.  

Anna-Lisa teaches the Sunday Restorative Yoga Session, and her classes a very therapeutic and supportive. Her class is to start with a restorative meditation whilst laying in a comfortable resting position.  Each week she aims to open and release tension in different parts of the body to bring back that much-needed sense of ease. Using restorative postures, breath, and other deep relaxation tools to bring balance and calmness to both body and mind.  

Nirvana turned to yoga 8-years ago to help to balance out a busy life.

As a mum, personal trainer, and triathlete, yoga provided her with calmness and helped her with injury prevention and injury rehabilitation.

The focus of Nirvana's practice is mindfulness, connection to the breath, and enjoying her time in a safe space.

Leaving happy and calm is her goal for her clients.

Ellie’s yoga practice is founded on authenticity, strength, and softness.

As a lawyer and an editor, she has a love of language, stories, and poetry that she employs in her classes to guide and calm the mind, while also providing a moving meditation for the body. 

Ellie has a passion for continuous learning and is driven by the desire to connect and help others find the strength and softness that yoga has given her.