Our intention is to provide information and resources to our local community on all things Yoga. This includes, classes, events, workshops and individual Yoga teachers contact details.
Our aim is to promote physical and emotional wellness through yoga and to increase the public’s awareness of the vast benefits of practicing Yoga.
We are also a support network for local Yoga teachers which includes mentoring and professional development.
It all started when…
In 2017 we stared teaching outdoor community yoga classes on the Geraldton foreshore as part of the City of Greater Geraldton’s school holiday program. With the popularity of these classes, these grew and we were able to offer yoga on a weekly basis throughout the year. A small group of Yoga teachers worked together to maintain the momentum of this yoga movement. From a mere 15 people per yoga class, the demand for community yoga continues to grow and we have now added an extra free weekly class. Additional yoga teachers have joined us to help broaden our reach and share their passion for yoga in an aim to bring the benefits of yoga to our local community.
A note from the President, Chantal
The Geraldton Yoga club was created from a place of compassion and willingness to help people. Being a mental health professional, I have seen how people suffer from poor mental health and how challenging it can be to get back on their feet. It can happen to all of us due to separation, loss, harassment, depression ,anxiety, the list goes on. Yoga is gentle, nurturing and can help people to heal, to reduce stress and maintain better mental health. The benefits of yoga have been well studied and research suggests a regular yoga practice can promote both better physical and mental wellness. Working in a clinical mental heath setting, I recognised a gap between clinical services and the practical side of mental health care such as yoga and alternative therapies. I believe a holistic approach is vital to promote good mental health. Becoming a yoga teacher complemented my clinical background in supporting people achieve a balanced happy life. The Geraldton Yoga Club was created to help people connect to yoga teachers in our community. The idea was to create a one stop shop for all yoga information which was easily accessible to people. Like minded yoga teachers came onboard to give the Geraldton Yoga club momentum and make it what is is now, a nurturing community focused on people’s wellness.
Namaste
We would like to thank our generous sponsors:
The City of Greater Geraldton, Indah Day Spa, Quiet Life Speciality Coffee, Spruce Juice, Flow Eat Beautiful and signworks for supporting the Geraldton Yoga community.
