At Tidy Temple Yoga we teach a variety of yoga styles.  Our primary focus from 2016 are vinyasa based “Yoga Flow” inspired by the Baptiste Yoga methodology of self leadership and empowerment and “YogaBasics” – both stemming from the traditions of Iyengar yoga and Ashtanga yoga. We offer a total class experience incorporating physical postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), meditation (pratyahara, dharana, dhyana), relaxation (savasana, yoga nidra) & philosophy. We aim to connect with people, build community and teach from intuition and authenticity.

Reformer Pilates 

The Reformer Pilates system is quite unique as it is a whole body system which uses the core principals of Concentration, Alignment, Breathing and Core Connection.

Here are just some of the positive health benefits of regular use:-

There is no impact on the joints so it can be adapted to suit injuries and rehabilitation work, enhancing recovery and strengthening weakened muscular structures.

The reformer will compliment your regular fitness activities , creating body awareness and maintenance – less injuries.
Strengthening deep postural muscles, creating improved posture which will make you look and feel better.

Better breathing
Create core strength
Heightened flexibility
Balance out the body structure – are you stronger or dominant left of right side?

Fit and Flex Classes 

Embrace Pilates and Fitness offers our 'Fit and Flex' program especially designed for Seniors. A safe effective exercise program for all levels of Fitness.

Did you know ?
About half of the physical decline associated with ageing may be due to a lack of physical activity. Without regular exercise, people over the age of 50 years can experience a range of health problems including:
Reduced muscle mass, strength and physical endurance
Reduced coordination and balance
Reduced joint flexibility and mobility
Reduced cardiovascular and respiratory function
Reduced bone strength
Increased body fat levels
Increased blood pressure
Increased susceptibility to mood disorders, such as anxiety and depression
Increased risk of various diseases including cardiovascular disease and stroke.

Pilates

At Lucas Studios we offer the whole gambit of Pilates options in Small Group classes or One on One private sessions:

• REFORMER;
• MAT;
• PRE-NATAL;
• CIRCUIT (multi equipment); and
• REMEDIAL.

Stretch and Relax 

Stretch & Relax is a Dynamic Stretch class with flowing movement, targeting all those tight spots including neck, shoulders, back, glutes, hamstrings and calves.

Often we complete the class with a meditative relaxation segment so you leave feeling released and calm.

Vinyasa Yoga 

Vinyasa is sequential movement interlinking postures to form a continuous flow.

It creates a movement meditation that reveals all forms as being impermanent and for this reason are not held on to. A flowing, dynamic form of yoga, connected to breath.

Why yoga?

Yoga is for everyone, for fitness, fun and flexibility, without competition or any feelings of intimidation, and in today’s hectic world, we need yoga to bring balance to our lives.

Yoga is not just for the super flexible, it builds strength, cardio vascular fitness, and of course develops balance. But it is more than just exercise, it is the combination of movement, breath and the mind, the perfect trilogy for staying fit and healthy in today’s hectic world.

What makes Balanced Yoga so special?

Our studio is not a gym, but a peaceful, comfortable and open space, designed to provide the perfect setting for you to strengthen your muscles, stretch, relax and escape from the outside world.

Yoga for Beginners

If you are new to yoga or returning from a break, or perhaps you just want to make sure you are doing things correctly, then yes, we do run beginners courses.

Modern Pilates can be experienced in two forms; each offers different presentations and outcomes:

Studio Equipment – Based Sessions

• Designed for each individual, can adapt each session, all levels can work togetherCan be individual (private) or up to four participants with the one trainer (semi-private)
• Involving some matwork and specialized spring loaded resistance equipment
• Enabling each participant to achieve their particular physical goals and balance of body

Matwork Classes

• Small groups of up to 10 participants
• Classes grouped by Pilates training levels (Introductory through to Late Intermediate)
• Classes flow, working the entire body, using the entire body
• No impact on body, so perfect for a wide range of body types and conditions
• Working through a broad range of exercises on the floor including working with specialised small equipment

Pilates is a great way to improve overall body awareness, posture, flexibility, balance and muscle control. It assists the body to learn how to move freely and efficiently during daily activities, occupation and sports. 

STUDIO EQUIPMENT PILATES

Body Intelligence provides personalised studio sessions tailored to your body. These private or semi private sessions offer a higher level of individual attention and can be extremely helpful if you are rehabilitating from injury or have a specific goal.  

MATWORK GROUP CLASSES

Group Classes offer a place for a whole body workout, focusing on firing up your core and working all of your muscles. Mat based Pilates is a gentle, low impact exercise but a serious strength workout.

PilatesCan provides a clinical focus to delivering Pilates in our relaxed and comfortable studio environments with a personalised friendly inclusive approach.

If you are suffering from post-injury or a chronic condition, PilatesCan assists you with your Personalised Pilates Exercise Science based Rehabilitation program, aimed at helping you to your best possible state of personal wellbeing.

We will start you with a personalised approach to get the best result for you.

PilatesCan has 2 locations - Manuka and Woden.

The Obesity Management Service supports adults with a high level of obesity (Body Mass Index over 40kg/m2)  to improve their health and wellbeing. The Service focuses on those who are at high risk of developing complications from their obesity or those who already have limiting health problems. The Service team includes doctors, nurses, dietitians, psychologists and exercise physiologists.  The team works with the adults to achieve a healthier lifestyle through group education, physical activity programs, strategies to support long-term self management and improve social and emotional wellbeing.

A referral from a GP or medical specialist is required. Each referral needs to be named to one of the following listed doctors within the service:
- Dr Carol Huang
- Dr Miriam Blackburn
- Dr Paul Dugdale
Each referral letter should include the following information:
1. Brief medical history and diagnosis
2. Anthropometry including weight, height, BMI and waist circumference
3. Clinical information 
4. Relevant blood tests

The motto of Canberra Yoga Space is “Connect, Revitalise, Create”. As you revitalise your inner-being and the mental chatter diminishes, it will empower you to live healthier, listen to your true self with ease, and thus support you to create the life you truly want to live.

No matter what style of class you attend at CYS, all our teachers operate under the one philosophy, which is to revitalise you and restore you to your natural centre/ your natural state. They concentrate on breathing and fluid body movement, providing a meditative practice to quiet the mind and help you reduce mental chatter and free up blocked energy in the body. This enables you to relax, become more alert and improve your fitness, overall health and wellbeing.

Canberra Yoga Space offers a range of classes to suit all levels of fitness from beginners to expereienced yoga practitioners.

SOULution offer over 30 classes a week in a wide variety of styles of Yoga and Pilates. You don't need to be fit, flexible or athletic or have any prior experience to get started. Your simple desire to learn and create a healthy habit is more than enough!