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# Cultivate Calm Yoga

Brisbane Yoga Studio

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- [Ep 8: Yoga for Menopause](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-8-yoga-for-menopause/)
- [The 60+ club for 2026](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-60-club-for-2026/) - Celebrating our Members who’ve attended 60+ classes so far this year NAME # Attended Marie C 179 Marigoula B 168 Michelle H 151 Michael JS 149 Jessica L 125 Sally D 122 Mark A 120 Monica D 119 Cathryn T 118 Justice S 116 Therese M 116 Angela M 107 Nerida A 107 JANETTE S
- [My SECRET to better energy](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/my-secret-to-better-energy/) - We’ve all heard of time management and the endless hacks to squeeze more into our day. But something I’ve been experimenting with is energy management. And no, I don’t mean coffee, supplements or going to be early. In Yoga, our “energy body” includes our breath, nervous system, emotions, and vitality. It’s the layer between our mind
- [My biggest lessons from the last 12 years](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/my-biggest-lessons-from-the-last-12-years/) - Back in 2013, a naive young Yogi opened the doors to the studio, and the first class was with her Mum and one other. My business plan was simple. Do my best or get a job. Over the years, I’ve learned a great deal about myself, people and business. Most of that learning was through
- [Emma Brown](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/emma-brown/) - Favourite pose? Depending on the day and time, I love either Child’s pose, Legs up the Wall and Downward Facing Dog Why did you start doing yoga? I was curious about the beautiful, ancient practice. Why did you become a teacher? A volunteer trip to India in 2013 cemented my love for the practice of
- [S2E14: This is what I really want you to know](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/s2e14-this-is-what-i-really-want-you-to-know/) - Listen to the podcast episode Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts VIEW TRANSCRIPT Welcome back. This is the last episode of this season of the podcast, and if you’ve been here from the beginning, thank you. This has been the most personal thing I’ve ever put out into the world, and to be honest,
- [S2E12: What did I do wrong?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/s2e12-what-did-i-do-wrong/) - Listen to the podcast episode Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts VIEW TRANSCRIPT Why me? That’s the question I’ve never quite been able to leave alone. The third diagnosis over 10 years. At some point, you stop calling it bad luck and start wondering if there’s a pattern, a reason. Was there something I
- [S2E13: Why this felt so hard](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/s2e13-why-this-felt-so-hard/) - Listen to the podcast episode Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts VIEW TRANSCRIPT Welcome back. Recording this season of the podcast has been one of the most uncomfortable things I’ve done, much harder than I expected. Going back to those dark times and putting it into words has brought up a lot for me,
- [S2E11: I was never going to fight](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/s2e11-i-was-never-going-to-fight/) - Listen to the podcast episode Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts VIEW TRANSCRIPT 1:02 Welcome back. In the last episode, I talked about returning to work, what I could feel in the room, and the collective unease sitting just beneath the surface, and why the tools that most of us are using just aren’t
- [S2E10: I didn't expect this on my return to work](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/s2e10-i-didnt-expect-this-on-my-return-to-work/) - Listen to the podcast episode Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts VIEW TRANSCRIPT 1:00 Welcome back. Today’s episode is all about my return to work. It had been 15 months. That’s how long I was away from teaching But before we dive in, let’s take a long, slow exhale together Just a reminder that
- [S2E9 I was playing the wrong game](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/s2e9-i-was-playing-the-wrong-game/) - Listen to the podcast episode Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts VIEW TRANSCRIPT 0:58 Welcome back. We’ve now crossed over into part three of this season of the podcast. The fog had lifted, the misery had passed, and that spark is still burning. Looking back over the past year, the thing that changed me
- [I can't unsee this now 👀](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/i-cant-unsee-this-now-👀/) - We play a game called “spotto” when we’re driving, where you get points for every yellow car you “spot”. Since my daughter loves pink and purple, we’ve added those cars to the game (3 points for every purple ute you spot!) I’d never noticed how many yellow cars there are, but once you train your brain
- [I turned my phone back on and…](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/i-turned-my-phone-back-on-and/) - I just got back from a short holiday at the beach. It was the first time in a long time that I could unplug. And other than checking emails every other day, I was completely offline.
- [This was a game-changer for me](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/this-was-a-game-changer-for-me/) - I’ve had my fair share of dark times. Ten years ago, I experienced the triple whammy of navigating a messy divorce, receiving a breast cancer diagnosis, all while my Dad was dying of cancer. It was during these tough times that I discovered the life-changing power of gratitude. I used to roll my eyes when
- [My regrets about yoga 😫](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/my-regrets-about-yoga-😫/) - Do you know what I regret most about yoga? 1. Not starting sooner, and 2. Not practising when life got busy. Yoga improves our mood. Yoga soothes the aches and pains. Yoga takes the edge off anxiety. Yoga clears the head. But yoga only works if we show up. Yoga has made the worst times of my
- [A personal update](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/a-personal-update/) - One of my favourite stories is The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway. It’s about an ageing fisherman and his epic, three-day battle with a black marlin. Spoiler alert – he eventually catches the monster, but it is too big to fit in his boat, so he tows it to shore. On the
- [S2E8 I don't know why this upset me so much](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/s2e8-i-dont-know-why-this-upset-me-so-much/) - Listen to the podcast episode Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts VIEW TRANSCRIPT 00:00:58] Welcome back [00:01:00] In the last episode, I shared about the spark of life returning. Today is about what came after. The slow, unglamorous work of coming back. Back to the body, back to the yoga mat And coming back
- [Try this when you feel Anxious 😬](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/try-this-when-you-feel-anxious-😬/) - Have you heard of shaking? Shaking helps release pent-up stress hormones from our body and calms our nervous system. And the best thing is that it works within minutes. Many of my clients tell me that daily shaking has been LIFE-CHANGING for their stress and anxiety: A client who had a car accident and was
- [Ever felt ANXIOUS in a Yoga class?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ever-felt-anxious-in-a-yoga-class/) - If you’ve ever felt ANXIOUS in a yoga class, polyvagal theory has a great explanation. Think of the nervous system like rungs on a ladder.
- [What I wished people knew about Anxiety](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/what-i-wished-people-knew-about-anxiety/) - One of the sneaky things about anxiety is that it tricks us into believing that we’re the only ones experiencing it and that everyone else has their shiz together. Well, let me share a little secret with you, many of the people who come to our studio experience anxiety. Anxiety is so much more common
- [S2E7 What no one tells you about rock bottom](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/s2e7-what-no-one-tells-you-about-rock-bottomcloned/) - Listen to the podcast episode Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts VIEW TRANSCRIPT Welcome back. In the last episode, I talked about that horizonless gray stretch where the crisis is technically over cr-recovery is technically underway, and you’re still somehow deep in the shit pit. Today’s different. Today’s the episode I told you was
- [S2E6 The bleak reality of misery](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/s2e6-the-bleak-reality-of-misery/) - Listen to the podcast episode Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts VIEW TRANSCRIPT [00:00:00] [00:00:59] Welcome back. [00:01:00] In the last episode, I told you about the nine days in hospitals, how coming home was an anticlimax, being stuck in the compression garments and the headaches that felt like my skull was cracking in
- [S2E5 Into the Shitstorm](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/s2e5-into-the-shitstorm/) - Listen to the podcast episode Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts VIEW TRANSCRIPT [00:00:00] [00:01:00] Monica: Welcome back. [00:01:01] In the last episode, I told you I went into the surgery already depleted. Months of sleep deprivation, months of dread, [00:01:10] feeling hollowed out before the surgery had even started. This was genuinely the most miserable
- [Feeling stuck?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/feeling-stuck/) - Let’s be honest. Some days, the thought of unrolling your Yoga mat feels like a full-body workout in itself. You want to feel better. You KNOW yoga helps. But right now? The couch is warm. Your motivation is MIA. And the only thing you’ve been stretching is your relationship with Netflix’s “Are you still watching?”
- [S2E4 The A-word that broke me](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/s2e4-the-a-word-that-broke-me/) - Listen to the podcast episode Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts VIEW TRANSCRIPT [00:00:00] [00:00:58] Monica: Welcome back. In the last episode, I told you about the book I threw in the bin, the decision to stop being strong, and the moment that I chose consciously and deliberately to fall apart. That was the beginning of
- [S2E3 Fuck Resilience](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/s2e3-fuck-resilience/) - Listen to the podcast episode Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts VIEW TRANSCRIPT [00:00:59] Welcome back, friend. In the last episode I took you all the way back to the beginning to Kroo in 2014 to the flat that I was renting after my marriage ended to that stinging sensation in my breast that
- [S2E2 Queen of Suffering](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/s2e2-queen-of-suffering/) - Listen to the podcast episode Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts VIEW TRANSCRIPT [00:00:00] [00:01:01] Welcome friend. In the last episode, I told you about the diagnosis, the text I got from the x-ray place, the long wait, the failed biopsy, the birthday surgery, and my inability to be still as my nervous system
- [S2E1 Not Again](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/s2e1-not-again/) - Listen to the podcast episode Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts VIEW TRANSCRIPT 00:01:01] Welcome friend. This season is different. [00:01:05] In previous episodes, I’ve shared a lot about the nervous system, about yoga, philosophy, emotions, and the tools that help us live calmer, more connected lives. I’ve shared some of my personal experiences
- [Best before 2020?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/best-before-2020/) - It was a rainy weekend, and I was standing in front of the open pantry feeling snacky. That’s why coming to class matters. Yes, you can do yoga at home. You can roll out a mat in the lounge room. You can follow something on YouTube. But can you really unplug for an hour? No
- [The 100+ club for 2025](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-100-club-for-2025/) - Celebrating our Members who attended 100 or more classes in 2025. NAME #Attended Marie C 271 Aminna K 220 Jessica L 212 Elle C 207 Linda T 206 Angela M 201 Cathryn T 187 Aimee H 180 Mara V 180 Barbara G 174 Michelle H 173 Lewis T 169 Alina W 167 JANETTE S 161
- [Guided Calm](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/guided-calm/) - Guided Calm Guided Calm is a 22-minute nervous system reset designed to help you settle your body, slow your breath and come home to yourself. It’s gentle, grounding and perfect for moments when you feel tense, overstimulated or disconnected from your body. https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Calm-the-nervous-system.m4a Want to listen to more relaxing audios? Try these: Ep 6: Sleep
- [Club 100 for 2025](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/club-100-for-2025/)
- [The Sacral Chakra](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-sacral-chakra/) - The sacral chakra is the second of the seven major chakras and represents our capacity for pleasure, creativity, and emotional flow. It is located in the lower abdomen, just below the navel, and is associated with the hips, pelvis, reproductive organs, and lower back. Just as the root chakra establishes stability and survival, the sacral
- [Yoga and Spirituality](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-and-spirituality/) - Yoga and Spirituality: Finding Connection Beyond the Mat When most people first come to Yoga, it’s for physical reasons — to get fitter, stretch out tight muscles, or ease back pain. But anyone who practises for a while quickly discovers that Yoga is about so much more than the poses. Yoga isn’t just exercise; it’s
- [How Yoga Improves Your Mood](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-yoga-improves-your-mood/) - Yoga and Mood: How Movement and Breath Can Lift Your Spirits Most of us know that exercise makes us feel better, but Yoga offers something unique. It doesn’t just work on the body:it also calms the mind, balances the nervous system, and helps us process emotions. For anyone who struggles with stress, anxiety, or low
- [Why Yoga is SO good for Menopause](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/why-yoga-is-so-good-for-menopause/) - Yoga and Menopause: A Natural Path to Balance Menopause is often spoken about in whispers — a stage of life many women feel unprepared for. Hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings, weight gain, and disrupted sleep can make everyday life challenging. But while menopause marks the end of the reproductive years, it can also be
- [How Yoga helps you sleep better](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-yoga-helps-you-sleep-better/) - Yoga and Sleep: How to Rest Better and Wake Refreshed There’s nothing worse than lying awake at night, staring at the ceiling, while your mind won’t switch off. Or finally drifting off, only to wake up at 3am with a racing heart and a restless body. Poor sleep doesn’t just make us tired — it
- [Yoga and Mental Health - Calming the Mind and Soothing the Nervous System](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-and-mental-health-calming-the-mind-and-soothing-the-nervous-system/) - Yoga and Mental Health: Calming the Mind, Soothing the Nervous System Life can feel overwhelming at times. Between work, family, the endless notifications, and the sheer speed of change, it’s no wonder so many of us struggle with anxiety, stress, and low moods. And while we all know the things we “should” do to take
- [Evening Yoga to Wind Down](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/eveningyoga/) - Best yoga poses for insomnia and a good night's sleep
- [Beneath the waves](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/beneath-the-waves/) - Some of my fondest childhood memories were at the beach. When I was little, my Dad would put me on his shoulders when we were in the ocean, and a big wave would come. ⠀ He was German and didn’t know how to swim, so he would just stand and get battered by the breakers
- [You're not lazy](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/youre-not-lazy/) - Let’s be honest. Some days, the thought of unrolling your Yoga mat feels like a full-body workout in itself. You want to feel better. You know yoga helps. But right now? The couch is warm. Your motivation is MIA. And the only thing you’ve been stretching is your relationship with Netflix’s “Are you still watching?” screen. Welcome
- [Cultivating Faith Meditation](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/cultivating-faith/) - What is Faith and how to find it
- [Ep 16: Nervous System Healing](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-16-nervous-system-healing/)
- [Tight shoulders? Try this](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/tight-shoulders-try-this/) - The levator scapula is one of the muscles that elevate our shoulders and cause tightness & pain. Learn how to release this shoulder tension with a video guide.
- [The 3 Best Tools for Stress and Anxiety](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-3-best-tools-for-stress-and-anxiety/) - Do you know how to calm yourself in times of high stress? Did you know that meditation can be terrible when we’re in a state of distress? Here are 3 Powerful Tools to calm yourself when you’re distressed. Here’s HOW it works: 1. Lateral eye movements reduce the amygdala’s activity (the brain’s fear centre) and Best Tools for Stress and Anxiety
- [Yoga for Sleep](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-for-sleep/) - Sleep better with yoga If you struggle to get to sleep or stay asleep, we can help. Yoga is proven to improve sleep as it lowers our stress levels, helping our mind and body to prepare for sleep. Try these two yoga classes every day for a week and notice your sleep improve. These sequences
- [Movement as Medicine - a natural remedy for low mood and depression](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/movement-as-medicine-a-natural-remedy-for-low-mood-and-depression/) - Movement is medicine. Movement is a natural remedy for depression. Yoga boosts our mood and mental health
- [You'll want to sit up straight to read this](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/sit-up-straight/) - How posture influences our mood and the nest yoga poses to improve your posture
- [The history of your yoga studio](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-history-of-your-yoga-studio/) - A yoga studio with history
- [The 100+ club for 2024](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-100-club-for-2024/) - Celebrating our Members who attended 100 or more classes in 2024. Name Number of classes Jessica L 254 Michelle H 244 JANETTE S 241 Angela M 237 Marie C 232 Lewis T 209 VANESSA F 206 Mark L 191 Aleksandra S 171 Alina W 156 Shay M 155 Brett J 154 Bernadette D 153 Jemma
- [Monica Rottmann](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/monica/) - Brisbane's best yoga teachers
- [Nic Matthews](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/nic-matthews/) - Brisbane's best yoga teachers, Yin Yoga teachers, Playin
- [Ruth Warren](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ruth-warren/) - Brisbane yoga teachers.
- [Sarah Tate](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/sarah-tate/) - Favourite pose? At the moment my go-to poses are Downward Dog and Constructive Rest. At least one Down Dog a day keeps everything feeling great and Constructive rest is easeful and relaxing. Why did you start Yoga? I wanted to find a form of exercise I would enjoy and then realised it helped me be with
- [Nikki Reed](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/nikki-reed/) - Yin Yoga teacher Brisbane
- [Nicole Sanders](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/nicole-sanders/) - Brisbane Yoga teachers
- [Tanya Mesecke](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/tanya-mesecke/) - Favourite pose? Gosh, so many! I’d say Camatkarasana (Wild Thing) – I love that it’s a challenge and that it’s a back bend without doing a full back bend. I enjoy the full front body stretch, being slightly upside down (which changes my perspective) and when done slowly with control, to me, it feels graceful
- [Verity Paterson](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/verity-paterson/) - Favourite pose? Natarajasana (Dancer’s) – it offers me that feeling of freedom and expansion and so beautifully counteracts the usual slumping and forward bending of day-to-day life. Why did you start doing yoga? I started to notice the difference between how I felt when I was in a state of yoga and how other parts
- [Vee Truter](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/vee-truter/) - Favourite pose? WildThing & Modified WildThing on knees – giving me a big stretch in the front of my body and a sense of expansion & freedom! Why did you start doing yoga? Due to an injury, I was unable to attend my usual high-intensity gym class and thought to try yoga in the interim.
- [Untangling resistance](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/untangling-resistance/) - Resistance can feel like an internal game of tug of war.
- [Ep 6: Sleep better tonight (yoga for bed)](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-6-sleep-better-tonight-yoga-for-bed/)
- [Ep 21: How to stop overthinking](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-21-how-to-stop-overthinking/)
- [Ep 20: How to ditch the self-criticism and stop beating yourself up](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-20-how-to-ditch-the-self-criticism-and-stop-beating-yourself-up/)
- [Ep 19: Practical Anxiety Relief](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-19-practical-anxiety-relief/)
- [The hardest part](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-hardest-part/) - The hardest part of any contemplative practice (Yoga, Meditation, Embodiment, Intimacy) is tolerating ourselves. It’s not finding the time, being disciplined or finding motivation – for me, the challenge is being intimate with myself and tolerating what arises in that intimacy. Basically dealing with my own shit. Because there’s nowhere to hide when you go
- [Ep 18: The SECRET portal to a calm mind](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-18-the-secret-portal-to-a-calm-mind/)
- [Ep 17: Why feeling our feelings is the key to healing](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-17-why-feeling-our-feelings-is-the-key-to-healing/)
- [When things fall apart](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/when-things-fall-apart/) - When things fall apart is a book title from Buddhist monk Pema Chodron. I started reading it when I separated from my husband. My whole world had fallen apart and I was looking for something to cling to. There was nothing. I was just falling. Yoga held me together when things fell apart. And it’s
- [3 Portals to Presence - how to achieve presence of mind](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/3-portals-to-presence-how-to-achieve-presence-of-mind/) - Yoga techniques to still the mind and become present in the now
- [Breathwork and Trauma](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/breathwork-and-trauma/) - The best breathing techniques for releasing trauma
- [Ep 15: The Secret to Overcoming Resistance](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-15-the-secret-to-overcoming-resistance/)
- [Ep 12: Relax your body, calm your mind (and fall asleep)](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-12-relax-your-body-calm-your-mind-and-fall-asleep/)
- [The Psoas Muscle and Stress](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-psoas-muscle-and-stress/) - How the psoas muscle is related to stress and anxiety and yoga poses that release the psoas and lower stress and anxiety.
- [Ep 14: Everything you wanted to know about Yin Yoga](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-14-everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-yin-yoga/)
- [Ep 13: How I fell in love with Yoga](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-13-how-i-fell-in-love-with-yoga/)
- [9 reasons to put your feet up now](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/9-reasons-to-put-your-feet-up-now/) - Could there be such a thing as a super yoga pose? A pose with amazing healing and therapeutic properties? You bet. It’s called Viparita Karani and it’s a simple as raising your legs up the wall. What are the benefits of Legs up the Wall? In Sanskrit, Viparita means inverted and Karani means action. So
- [Ep 1:Anxiety - It's not what you think](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/anxiety-its-not-what-you-think/)
- [Ep 10: A rest and self-care practice for busy people](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-10-a-rest-and-self-care-practice-for-busy-people/)
- [Ep 11: The Science of Gratitude](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-11-the-science-of-gratitude/)
- [Ep 5: The secret to self-care: Boundaries](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-5-the-secret-to-self-care-boundaries/)
- [Ep 7: The SECRET to a happier mind](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-7-the-secret-to-a-happier-mind/)
- [Ep 9: Getting Angry in Yoga (and why it might be a good thing)](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-9-getting-angry-in-yoga-and-why-it-might-be-a-good-thing/)
- [Ep 4: Why we find it hard to relax](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ep-4-why-we-find-it-hard-to-relax/)
- [Ep 3: Breathe your way to less stress](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/breathe-your-way-to-less-stress/)
- [Ep 2: Yoga for a good night's sleep](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-for-a-good-nights-sleep/)
- [Welcome to the Cultivate Calm Podcast](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/welcome-to-the-cultivate-calm-podcast/) - Welcome to the Cultivate Calm podcast by Monica Rottman. This podcast blends ancient wisdom with modern science to help cultivate calm in your life.
- [Why I still don't do busy](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/why-i-dont-do-busy-part-two/) - An alternative to anxious living is a conscious decision to slow down, stop rushing and do less to actually achieve more.
- [Cultivate Calm Off the Mat - Becoming Untoxicated with Faye Lawrence](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/cultivate-calm-off-the-mat-becoming-untoxicated-with-faye-lawrence/) - The first episode in a series of how to Cultivate Calm Off the Yoga Mat, with Faye Lawrence, the founder of Untoxicated, a non-profit promoting booze-free fun.
- [Yoga Mind Tricks](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-mind-tricks/) - Yoga and star wars. How the Jedi are the yogis of the galaxy, how yoda is the Guru, how the Force is prana and how the dark side of the force can be likened to the kleshas. Yoga studio Brisbane
- [Sometimes it gets worse before it gets better](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/sometimes-it-gets-worse-before-it-gets-better/) - Why anxiety often gets worse before it gets better and how yoga can help. Learn about Yoga for anxiety.
- [Stop the grueling exercise regime and move your body in ways that feel good](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/stop-the-grueling-exercise-regime-and-move-your-body-in-ways-that-feel-good/) - Use your yoga practice to feel good rather than to punish yourself.
- [The eight limbs of yoga - Pranayama](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-eight-limbs-of-yoga-pranayama/) - Pranayama, breath control, breathing, yoga Brisbane
- [5 ways to Cultivate Calm](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/5-ways-to-cultivate-calm/) - Yoga and meditation to calm the mind, Brisbane yoga, yoga poses for stress, stress management
- [5 Reasons Yin Yoga is Cool](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/5-reasons-yin-yoga-is-cool/) - Reasons yin yoga is cool
- [Yin Yoga: Love it or hate it?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yin-yoga-love-it-or-hate-it/) - The benefits of yin yoga
- [Why our self-talk matters](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/why-our-self-talk-matters/) - Our self-talk is an indicator of our relationship with ourselves. Our internal dialogue and repeating thoughts affect how we feel. Negative self-talk, self-judgement and criticism make us feel terrible. People have this mistaken belief that if they criticise themselves enough, they will improve. This is NEVER the case. Criticism never leads to improvement. It just
- [Why we find it hard to calm down](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/why-we-find-it-hard-to-calm-down/) - When we get stressed or triggered, our nervous system goes into fight or flight mode. And this affects our brain and thinking. The calm part of our brain that’s responsible for rational thinking shuts down when we’re in fight or flight. This is why we can’t think clearly, our thoughts become negative and our mind
- [How our Nervous System affects our State of Mind](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-our-nervous-system-affects-our-state-of-mind/) - There is a close relationship between the state of our nervous system and our state of mind. When our nervous system feels unsafe, our brain automatically becomes more anxious as the fear centre of the brain (amygdala) takes over. When we’re stressed our thoughts are automatically more negative, impulsive and focused on worst-case scenarios. Trying
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- [Stress and anxiety resources](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/stress-and-anxiety-resources/) - Hi Friend, Since you’re here, I’m going to assume that you want support for managing stress and anxiety. There is so much going on in our world right now and if you’re feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone. With so much turbulence and uncertainty in our world, things can feel out of control. And feeling out
- [Compassion Meditation](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/compassion-meditation/) - Discover how meditating on compassion can lower your stress levels
- [9 Ways to Calm The Nervous System](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/9-ways-to-calm-the-farm/) - Calm the nervous system with 9 proven techniques to relax the body and calm the mind
- [How to release shoulder tension for good](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/release-tight-shoulders/) - Yoga for improved posture and releasing tension in the shoulders and upper back
- [Bandhas and core strength](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/bandhas-and-core-strength/) - Yoga bandhas, core muscles
- [It's not me, it's you - getting angry in yoga](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/its-not-me-its-you-anger-in-yoga/) - Why we get angry or emotional in yoga
- [5 yoga poses for tension headaches](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/5-yoga-poses-for-tension-headaches/) - How yoga can cure tension headaches
- [The number one performance hack no one talks about](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-number-one-performance-hack-no-one-talks-about/) - There's something about a new year ticking over that inspires us to make changes and improvements to the way we live our lives. This post isn't about goal setting or manifesting. It's much more concrete. It identifies the main thing that gets in the way of our success, and if we can overcome it, will
- [Calm Mind - 5 Day Meditation Challenge](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/calm-mind-5-day-meditation-challenge/) - Calm Mind – 5 Day Meditation Challenge with Monica Rottmann FREE and ONLINE Monday 10 January – Friday 14 January 6.30am – 7am every morning on zoom This is a live event to teach you to meditate, practice in a group and build a habit with support and accountability. BONUS – if you attend every
- [The Personality Type Most Prone to Burnout](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-personality-type-most-prone-to-burn-out/) - As a recovering stress junkie, I know first-hand how burnout feels. It's a horrible combination of complete physical exhaustion with an over-stimulated mind. The phrase tired and wired sums it up. Our mind is in overdrive and unable to stop while our body is begging us to slow down and rest. Burnout is usually the
- [Join the Yin crowd](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/join-the-yin-crowd/) - Yin Yoga Brisbane, Brisbane Yoga studio, How Yin yoga brings balance to our lives, feminine embodiment
- [Why we resist the things we KNOW are good for us](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/why-we-resist-the-things-we-know-are-good-for-us/) - Explore the deeper reason why we resist change and how to overcome limiting beliefs and fear of success.
- [Why we need to ditch the self-criticism](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ditch-self-criticism/) - Self-criticism rarely leads to positive and lasting change. Read these tips on how to show more self-compassion, and ditch the self-criticism.
- [Stressed or anxious? Prevention is better than a cure](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/stressed-or-anxious-prevention-is-better-than-a-cure/) - How to prevent acute stress and anxiety and keep the nervous system back to neutral with a regular yoga and meditation practice.
- [Two secrets for a happier mind](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/two-secrets-for-a-happier-mind/) - Game-changing secrets to developing and keeping a happier mind.
- [Two steps forward, one step back - the yogic concept of expansion and contraction](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/two-steps-forward-one-step-back-the-yogic-concept-of-expansion-and-contraction/) - Two steps forward, one step back - the yogic concept of expansion and contraction
- [Yoga for Insomnia](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-for-insomnia/) - The best yoga poses for insomnia. Tips to get a good night's sleep. How yoga helps with insomnia
- [The Mind on Meditation](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-mind-on-meditation/) - How meditation affects the mind and consciousness
- [The Secret To Self-Care: Boundaries](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-secret-to-self-care-boundaries/) - How healthy boundaries can improve our emotional and mental health.
- [How it all began](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-it-all-began/) - This September, I'm celebrating the studio's 8th birthday. I never celebrated milestones or important occasions, but I'm a firm believer that gratitude brings us more things to be grateful for. How it started Before I opened the studio, I was teaching yoga classes in Norman Park. I hired a couple of local halls and
- [Relaxation Exercise](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/relaxation-excercise/) - We're the experts in stress management and cultivating mental calm. Follow this short video guide to help your body and mind relax.
- [Release Tension from your Neck and Upper Back](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/release-tension-from-your-neck-and-upper-back/) - Watch this video tutorial to learn how to release tension from your neck and upper back. Learn more at our signature workshop Art of Relaxation.
- [How to release tension from your neck](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-to-release-tension-from-your-neck/) - Learn an easy-to-implement technique to release tension in your neck. Video tutorial included. Learn more at our signature workshop Art of Relaxation.
- [7 signs you're getting better at yoga](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/7-signs-youre-getting-better-at-yoga/) - How to tell if your yoga practice is improving.
- [Why we can't out-think anxiety](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/why-we-cant-out-think-anxiety/) - Ever been told to calm down when you're stressed? Or don't sweat the small stuff when you're clearly sweating the small stuff? These well-intended statements often have the opposite effect. Not only are they unhelpful in the moment, but they also make us feel bad for reacting the way we do. We tend
- [Yoga for Anxiety and Stress](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-for-anxiety-and-stress/) - Best yoga poses and breathing exercises for lowering stress and anxiety and to cultivate calm
- [Chasing happy and feeling crappy?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/chasing-happy-feeling-crappy/) - Most people I know want to be happy. Yet, the things we think will make us happy often don't live up to our expectations. We might experience temporary happiness but as soon as that feeling fades, we start pursuing the next thing we think will make us happy. We can read books and articles on
- [The Hidden Cause of Muscle Tension](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-hidden-cause-of-muscle-tension/) - The link between emotional stress and muscle tension and how yoga helps with both.
- [The Happiness Trap](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-happiness-trap/) - Toxic positivity, emotional bypassing and why it's ok if we're not happy all the time
- [Healing Anxiety - A different perspective](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/healing-anxiety-a-different-perspective/) - A different approach to anxiety: - What is the message of anxiety - What is beneath anxiety - Reframing anxiety so it’s not the enemy or something to get rid of - How my clients have healed their anxiety and so can you
- [The Importance of Feeling Our Feelings](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-importance-of-feeling-our-feelings/) - Feeling our feelings as a tool to address our underlying anxiety and emotional wounds.
- [Diffusing Strong Emotions](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/diffusing-strong-emotions/) - A meditation for dealing with a diffusing tough emotions
- [Why anxiety isn't the enemy](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/why-anxiety-isnt-the-enemy/) - The many faces of anxiety Anxiety has many faces. It doesn’t always show up as intrusive thoughts. Some people experience the physical signs of anxiety without connecting the dots with their unresolved emotions. The physical symptoms of anxiety include: muscle tension increased heart rate/palpitations digestive problems insomnia difficulty breathing nervousness/butterflies in the stomach lump in
- [What to expect at your first Beginner's Yoga Class](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/your-first-beginners-yoga-class/) - What to expect from your first beginner's yoga class in Brisbane. Brisbane Beginner's Yoga classes.
- [Five Keys to Emotional Healing](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/keys-to-emotional-healing/) - I spent nearly a decade looking outside for the answers to my healing. And while I got some relief from each modality, they all fell short. This was partly due to my expectation that someone else would have all the answers and come to my rescue (so that I could avoid doing the work) and
- [Why saying yes when we want to say no is bad for our mental health](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/why-saying-yes-when-we-want-to-say-no-is-bad-for-our-mental-health/) - Learning to say no, people pleasing, boundaries for mental health
- [Think you thrive under pressure?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/think-you-thrive-under-pressure/) - How stress makes us stupid. The affect stress has on our nervous system, physical and mental health
- [What is Vinyasa Yoga?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/what-is-vinyasa-yoga/) - Vinyasa Yoga meaning. How to practice Vinyasa Yoga. Benefits of Vinyasa Yoga and Flow State. Vinyasa Yoga for beginners. Vinyasa Yoga Brisbane.
- [How Anxiety Shows Up in the Body](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-anxiety-shows-up-in-the-body/) - signs of anxiety, anxiety symptoms, yoga for anxiety, breathing technique for anxiety, how to lower anxiety
- [11 Ways to Boost Your Mental Health](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/11-ways-to-boost-your-mental-health/) - Yoga and lifestyle tips for boosting mental health, managing anxiety and stress
- [Yoga is the motivation and the reward](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-is-the-motivation-and-the-reward/) - If we treat exercise as a chore, it will always end up at the bottom of our 'to do' list beneath the pile of ironing. Life is hard enough already. Between trying to eat our vegetables, drinking enough water, getting enough sleep, taking our vitamins, paying the bills, there's not much time for pleasure and
- [Protect your shoulders in chaturanga](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/protect-your-shoulders-in-chaturanga/) - How to do chaturanga without injuring your shoulders
- [Yoga Nidra Body Breathing](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-nidra-body-breathing/) - free guided meditation audio for relaxation and cultivating calm.
- [Four Pillars of Wellbeing](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/four-pillars-of-wellbeing/) - In only a few weeks, the 'Rona has turned many of our lives upside down. The upheaval of our daily routines has lead to feelings of grief, anxiety, fear, disbelief, boredom, frustration, loneliness and depression. And while we’ve been focused on our hand hygiene and stocking the pantry, our mental health has fallen by the
- [It's OK to feel unproductive](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/its-ok-to-feel-unproductive/) - COVID 19 and productivity pressure.
- [Go with the flow](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/go-with-the-flow/) - Want to support the studio in tough times?
- [Gentle Yin Yoga Class with Elsie](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/gentle-yin-yoga-class-with-elsie/) - This is a 46-minute beginner-friendly Yin Yoga class with Elsie and me. You will need a cushion, blanket or towel. Want to support the studio in tough times?
- [The brutal truth about Meditation](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-brutal-truth-about-meditation/) - How to meditate. Meditation in Brisbane. Meditation for beginners
- [Overcoming resistance in yoga and life](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/overcoming-resistance-in-yoga-and-life/) - Resistance, delayed gratification, instant gratification, benefits of a regular yoga practice
- [Anxious? Try these nutrition tips from nutritional medicine expert Miranda Partridge](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/anxious-try-these-nutrition-tips-from-nutritional-medicine-expert-miranda-partridge/) - Nutrition tips for anxiety by Miranda Partridge
- [Yoga for Beginners - 10 tips to make your first yoga class less scary](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-for-beginners-10-tips/) - Brisbane beginner's yoga classes.
- [The Stress Debt](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-stress-debt/) - Understanding why it takes so long to get a handle on our stress levels
- [The Healing Power of Sound](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-healing-power-of-sound/) - Sound healing and Tibetan singing bowls
- [How Yoga Works](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-yoga-works/) - The thing I love about teaching yoga is seeing the transformations in people. Practice diligently for 12 months and it will change your life. But the question I get asked the most is "How exactly does it work"? What makes yoga so life changing compared to Pilates or the gym? Firstly, the yoga poses are
- [The Yoga Dip and How to Emerge From It](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-yoga-dip/) - Starting new things is exciting. There's so much to learn, there's so much potential and the possibilities seem endless. Starting yoga is no different. The initial learning curve in yoga is all about getting the poses right, trying not to hold the breath and figuring out what 'being present' actually means. This phase in our practice is
- [How I found more time](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-i-found-more-time/) - Running our of time and being crazy busy only leads to stress and exhaustion. Find time being in the present moment wit Kairos and using the breath or pranayama
- [The benefits of a regular yoga practice](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-benefits-of-a-regular-yoga-practice/) - Here are real stories from real people who practice yoga on a regular basis. Lucinda "I have pain and stiffness often and my best protection is to practice yoga." Jim "Yoga sets me up for the day, I feel more energised and better able to deal with people". Joe "I'm a nicer person because I
- [Do you work out or do you yoga?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/do-you-work-out-or-do-you-yoga/) - The difference between yoga and a work out.
- [What makes an advanced yogi?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/what-makes-an-advanced-yogi/) - Advancing your yoga practice by applying all the limbs of yoga
- [How to make the most out of your yoga practice](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-to-make-the-most-out-of-your-yoga-practice/) - tips for improving your yoga practice, get better at yoga, improving at yoga, things you should know about yoga
- [How to start a home yoga practice](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-to-start-a-home-yoga-practice/) - Tips for starting a home yoga practice
- [How to avoid wrist pain in yoga](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-to-avoid-wrist-pain-in-yoga/) - Yoga alignment tips to avoid wrist pain in Downward Facing Dog, Chaturranga and Plank pose
- [The problem with yoga porn](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-problem-with-yoga-porn/) - How yoga selfies affect body image
- [Why I don't do busy](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/why-i-dont-do-busy/) - why being busy is overrated and how it leads to stress and anxiety. Tips for becoming unbusy
- [Meditation Excuses Busted](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/meditation-excuses-busted/) - Common reasons why people won't meditate
- [Breathe your way to better health](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/breathe-your-way-to-better-health-part-1/) - The benefits of yoga breathing and why it's good for our health.
- [Top tips for yoga newbies](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-newbies/) - Tips and advice for yoga beginners
- [How to tell if you're a yoga addict](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-to-tell-if-youre-a-yoga-addict/) - Quiz to determine if you're a yoga addict. Signs of yoga addiction
- [When we don't get what we want](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/when-we-dont-get-what-we-want/) - I used to hate the Dalai Lama quote "not getting what we want is a sometimes a wonderful stroke of luck." But as I look back on the pivotal moments that changed the course of my life, I have to agree that not getting what I wanted has indeed been wonderful and has changed the
- [Yoga for Anxiety](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-for-anxiety/) - People often ask if yoga can help with anxiety. But what if anxiety wasn't the enemy and we didn't need to fight it? Learn more about yoga for anxiety.
- [Why I'm not a fan of the word Meditation](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/why-im-not-a-fan-of-the-word-meditation/) - Meditation, self-awareness, mindfulness, yoga and meditation
- [The Science Behind the MindBody Connection](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-science-behind-the-mindbody-connection/) - Psychoneuroimmunology, yoga and psychneuroimmunology, PNI, mind body connection, mind body
- [Introduction to yoga and the chakras](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-and-the-chakras/) - Introduction to chakras and the human energy system
- [Root Chakra - the foundation for growth](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/root-chakra/) - What is the root chakra and how can yoga improve the functioning of the root chakra
- [Riding the Emotional Roller Coaster](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/riding-the-emotional-roller-coaster/) - How to cope when you feel like shit. a Guide to emotional wellness and using yoga as a coping skill
- [The yoga you can't see](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-yoga-you-cant-see/) - yoga is an inner practice
- [Yoga glossary](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-glossary/) - What do all those Sanskrit terms mean
- [What is mindfulness?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/what-is-mindfulness/) - What is mindfulness?
- [Yoga shmoga - which style is best for me?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-shmoga/) - There are so many yoga classes in Brisbane, how do you find one that's right for you? Some people have never done yoga before and have no idea where to start and which style is best suited to them, others are addicted to just one style. Even though it's all just yoga, there can be
- [Sneak peak into my home practice](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/sneak-peak-into-my-home-practice/) - If you've missed my classes lately you can practice with Elsie and I in this 10 minute Feel Good Vinyasa Flow.
- [The Eight Limbs of Yoga](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-eight-limbs-of-yoga/) - Understanding Patanjali's 8 limbs of yoga
- [The Busyness Trap](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-busyness-trap/) - How to manage stress
- [The Power of the Breath](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-power-of-the-breath/) - Understanding the power of the breath, pranayama
- [The eight limbs of yoga - Pratyahara](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-eight-limbs-of-yoga-pratyahara/) - Pratyahara, withdrawal of the senses, eight limbs of yoga
- [How to do Upward Facing Dog](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-to-do-upward-facing-dog/) - Yoga poses, yoga asana, vinyasa yoga Brisbane
- [Don't be a bore, what to do when boredom strikes](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/dont-be-a-bore-what-to-do-when-boredom-strikes/) - Mindfulness in yin yoga classes, awareness, consciousness
- [Strike a pose](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/strike-a-pose/) - Asana, yoga poses
- [Finding it hard to meditate?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/finding-it-hard-to-meditate/) - How to meditate, Dharana
- [My first (awkward) yoga class](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/my-first-awkward-yoga-class/) - What my first yoga class was like
- [4 yoga poses for a good night's sleep](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/4-yoga-poses-for-a-good-nights-sleep/) - Yoag poses for insomnia
- [5 yoga poses you can do without getting out of bed](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/5-yoga-poses-you-can-do-without-getting-out-of-bed/) - Yoga poses you can do in bed
- [The spaces in between](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-spaces-in-between/) - I like to look to the spaces in between. I like to explore the gaps and fall into the cracks. The space in between words, the pause between songs, the brief moment when there is no noise, just silence and space. I look for moments of stillness. I like the transitions between yoga poses. I
- [How to avoid a knee injury in yoga](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-to-avoid-a-knee-injury-in-yoga/) - An article that describes how to do Warrior 2 without injuring your knee
- [What to do when you can't get on your yoga mat](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/what-to-do-when-you-cant-get-on-your-yoga-mat/) - Yoga withdrawals, have you experienced them? It goes something like this... You practice yoga regularly, you're really getting into it and your body feels great. You look forward to your yoga class, you soak up every breath and leave the yoga studio feeling serene. Your body gets stronger and more supple and you love the
- [Yoga inspiration](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-inspiration/) - A list of books that inspire my yoga and meditation practice.
- [Yoga and the F word](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-and-the-f-word/) - Yoga and Flexibility
- [How to do Savasana](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-to-do-savasana/) - The meaning of savasana
- [The alchemy of yoga](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/alchemy/) - How yoga can transform lives and create happiness and peace of mind
- [5 essential yoga poses for beginners](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/5-essential-yoga-poses-for-beginners/) - Beginner's yoga poses Brisbane
- [7 common yoga mistakes (and how to avoid them)](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/7-common-yoga-mistakes-and-how-to-avoid-them/) - Yoga mistakes and how to avoid them
- [Competition and winning in yoga](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/competition-and-winning-in-yoga/) - When I was about eight years old, I joined a swimming club. We used to race every Friday night and my Mum and Dad would watch me from the grandstand. I loved swimming and spent all summer in the water. Often, I was the last to finish the race. If I was lucky I would
- [No-no's for newbies - a guide to yoga etiquette](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/no-nos-for-newbies-a-guide-to-yoga-etiquette/) - Yoga etiquette, yoga faux pass, what not to do in yoga. Yoga for beginners
- [You stole my spot: where to place your yoga mat](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/you-stole-my-spot-where-to-place-your-yoga-mat/) - Yoga Brisbane, yoga etiquette, non -attachment in yoga
- [Downward Facing Dog - old dog new tricks](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/downward-facing-dog-old-dog-new-tricks/) - How to do Downward Facing Dog. Yoga in Brisbane, beginner's yoga Brisbane
- [Relax like a boss: how to achieve instant calm](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/relax-like-a-boss-how-to-achieve-instant-calm/) - Pranayama or breathing techniques to promote deep relaxation and calm the nervous system. Pranayama Brisbane, breathing for relaxation Brisbane, belly breathing
- [What goes through a yoga teacher's mind when you walk up the stairs](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/what-goes-through-a-yoga-teachers-mind-when-you-walk-up-the-stairs/) - Yoga and intuition, energy reading. Yoga ins Brisbane
- [Frustrated by a lack of progress?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/frustrated-by-a-lack-of-progress/) - An analogy of bamboo and our yoga or spiritual journey. In order to grow we must establish a strong foundation. Develop your yoga practice with this yoga studio in Brisbane
- [How to build upper body strength in yoga](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-to-build-upper-body-strength-in-yoga/) - The best yoga poses for building upper body strength
- [Be kind to your hamstrings](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/be-kind-to-your-hamstrings/) - The best yoga poses for tight hamstrings
- [A funny thing happened in yoga...](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/a-funny-thing-happened-in-yoga/) - What to do when you have an embarrassing moment in yoga
- [Kirtan](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/kirtan/) - There are lots of different practices in the realm of yoga. You’ve probably practiced asana, the physical poses practiced with the breath, and you may also practice meditation and contemplation techniques, which primarily use the mind. Kirtan is one of many practices that I like to call ‘emotional yoga’. In kirtan, we chant uplifting,
- [The eight limbs of yoga - Asana](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/the-eight-limbs-of-yoga-asana/) - Yoga poses Brisbane, asana
- [Yoga for Wellbeing: Trikonasana](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-for-wellbeing-trikonasana/) - The benefits of triangle pose, trikonasana

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- [Yoga Brisbane](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/) - #current_yearCultivate Calm Yoga — Yoga Brisbane. Beginner-friendly, yin & gentle yoga classes to reduce stress, improve sleep & restore balance.Try 3 weeks for $77.
- [Start Yoga with Us](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/start-yoga-with-us/) - A Calm Mind Starts Here If you’re over 40 and wondering, “Why do I feel so exhausted all the time?”—you’re not alone. Life has probably asked a lot of you. Work, bills, parenting, perimenopause, stress, maybe even grief or caregiving. Your body is doing its best to keep up. Your mind is tired. Traditional
- [Nervous System Health](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/nervous-system-health/) - Nervous System health is the key to physical and mental health. A healthy nervous system means we have the capacity to deal with life's stressors without overwhelm and burnout. Nervous system health leads to a relaxed body and calm mind.
- [Alchemy Alumni 23](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/alchemy-alumni-23/)
- [Energy Alchemy 2026](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/energy-alchemy-2026/)
- [SPRING SALE](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/spring-sale/) - It’s our 13th birthday. We like having a sale. Buy a 10-class pass and we’ll add 3 more. 13 classes for the price of 10. You save $102. The pass lasts 12 months. Come once a week, once a fortnight, or in bursts when life lets you. If it’s been a while, this is a
- [Which yoga is best for over 50s?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/which-yoga-is-best-for-over-50s/) - Which yoga is best for over 50s? Yin and gentle beginner yoga. You don’t need to be flexible and you don’t need to have done it before. Yin works on stiff joints and stress. Beginner classes work on strength and balance. Together, they cover most of what the body wants after 50. What changes and Meta description: Which yoga is best for over 50s? Yin and gentle beginner yoga. No flexibility needed. Good for stiff joints, sleep, stress and menopause. Cultivate Calm Yoga, East Brisbane. First 3 weeks $77.
- [Which yoga is best for back pain?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/which-yoga-is-best-for-back-pain/) - Meta description: Which yoga is best for back pain? Gentle, slow yoga. Yin loosens tight hips and lower back, beginner classes teach you to move your spine with control. Cultivate Calm Yoga, East Brisbane.
- [Which yoga is best for high blood pressure](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/which-yoga-is-best-for-high-blood-pressure/) - Which yoga is best for high blood pressure? Yin, or any slow, unheated yoga. Blood pressure goes up when the nervous system is on alert. Slow yoga with steady breathing brings that down, and blood pressure comes down with it. Avoid hot yoga, fast classes and headstands. Why it works You lie in relaxed poses Which yoga is best for high blood pressure? Yin, or any slow unheated yoga. No hot classes, no headstands. Cultivate Calm Yoga, East Brisbane, Yin daily. Health fund rebates available.
- [Which yoga is best for insomnia?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/which-yoga-is-best-for-insomnia/) - Which yoga is best for insomnia? Slow yoga in the evening. Yin or restorative, a few hours before bed. Cultivate Calm Yoga, East Brisbane, evening classes daily.
- [Which yoga is best for stress?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/which-yoga-is-best-for-stress/) - Which yoga is best for stress? Yin. Long, still poses that let the body come down from being tense all day. Cultivate Calm Yoga, East Brisbane, Yin every day.
- [Which yoga is best for anxiety?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/which-yoga-is-best-for-anxiety/) - Which yoga is best for anxiety? Yoga where you move with your breath. Vinyasa Basics is a good place to start. Cultivate Calm Yoga, East Brisbane, daily classes.
- [Energy Alchemy](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/energy-alchemy/) - Energy Alchemy Energy Alchemy is the process of transforming dense, stuck energy into calm, clarity and lightness. Through movement, breathwork, chanting and visualisation, you will learn to channel stress, anxiety and stuck emotions into fuel for a quieter mind, a calmer nervous system and a deeper connection to yourself. The world is not okay
- [Winter Sale](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/winter-sale/) - Built for real life A lot can change in six months. So this pass can be paused for up to 6 weeks in total, for any reason. No explanation needed. If you need to pause for more than 6 weeks, a medical certificate is required. Pauses beyond 6 weeks will not be granted without one,
- [Memberships](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/class-passes/) - Yoga Membership prices and options
- [Cultivate Calm Podcast](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/cultivate-calm-podcast/) - Welcome to the Cultivate Calm podcast hosted by Monica Rottmann. This podcast joins ancient wisdom with modern science to help you cultivate calm in your life.
- [Yoga Scholarship](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-scholarship/)
- [Clear Calm Connected](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/clear-calm-connected/)
- [Clear Your Crap](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/clear-your-crap/)
- [Yoga Alchemy](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-alchemy/) - Yoga Alchemy is no longer on offer as it was previously taught. Over time the work has evolved, and I’ve stepped back to refine and simplify what sits at its core. Energy Alchemy is a distilled version of this work. It focuses on building the foundations properly, rather than trying to cover everything at once.
- [Yoga for over 50s in Brisbane](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-for-over-50s-in-brisbane/) - Yoga for Over 50s in Brisbane You don’t need to be flexible, fit or confident to start If you’ve been thinking about starting yoga, but keep talking yourself out of it, you’re not alone. A lot of people assume yoga is only for the naturally flexible, the already-fit, or the young women in matching activewear
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- [Yin Yoga for Sleep](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yin-yoga-for-sleep/) - Hey there Yin Lover, Enjoy this 45 min Yin Yoga class for a good night’s sleep. Looking for a Yin Yoga Studio? Cultivate Calm Yoga in East Brisbane has daily yin yoga classes for you to relax your body and calm your mind. Join our email list to get 10% off our workshops. Please verify that
- [Yoga Brisbane Timetable](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-timetable-brisbane/) - Offering the best variety of yoga classes in Brisbane, we specialise in yin yoga, vinyasa yoga, yoga for beginners and meditation.
- [Yoga for Anxiety](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-for-anxiety/) - We have a range of free Yoga for Anxiety Yoga Videos, Meditation recordings and articles, all designed to help you to relax your body and calm your mind.
- [VIP Sale](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/vip-sale/) - Sale ends soon0000Days00Hrs00Min00Sec [ Imagine… Feeling less stressed and more grounded. Moving with ease instead of aches and stiffness. Sleeping better. Thinking more clearly. Feeling calmer in your mind and body. That’s what our VIP Annual Membership supports. For a limited time, you can lock in 12 months of unlimited Yoga for $1500(usually $2200) That’s
- [Anahata](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/anahata/)
- [Want to work with us?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/want-to-work-with-us/) - Working With Us Thanks for your interest in working at our studio. We’re often contacted by teachers asking about job opportunities. While we appreciate the interest, we want to be upfront about how we hire. Most of our teaching team has been with us for a long time. Many have been here for 5, 7,
- [Unwind the Psoas](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/unwind-the-psoas-2/)
- [XMAS Sale](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/xmas-sale/) - SALE HAS ENDED SALE HAS ENDED
- [Ignite](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/ignite/)
- [Flow](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/flow/)
- [About](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/about/) - Yoga Brisbane classes - beginner-friendly yoga classes to relax your body and calm your mind.
- [Private Sound Healing with Monica](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/private-sound-healing-with-monica/) - Private Sound Healing with Monica A deeply restorative experience for up to 12 people | $500 Let the world fall away for a while. Step into the peaceful sanctuary of Cultivate Calm Yoga for a private sound healing session with Monica and her vibrational crystal bowls.This 75-minute experience is designed to calm the nervous system,
- [Grounded](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/grounded/)
- [Best Yoga Brisbane](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/bestyogabrisbane/) - Best Yoga Brisbane, Yoga Alchemy, Yoga Scholarships, Yoga for Menopause Yoga for Anx
- [Practical Anxiety Relief](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/practical-anxiety-relief/)
- [Befriending the Mind](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/befriending-the-mind/)
- [3 Portals to Presence](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/3-portals-to-presence/) - 3 Portals To Presence Listen to this 11 min audio to establish presence in your body. Want to learn more about Meditation and Yoga Philosophy? Join the waitlist for my 2025 course
- [Unstuck Masterclass](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/unstuck-masterclass/)
- [Alumni 23](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/alumni-23/)
- [Contact](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/contact/) - Find Cultivate Calm Yoga in East Brisbane, on the Brisbane southside. Featuring yoga for beginners, vinyasa yoga and meditation classes.
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- [Breathe Your Way to Less Stress workshop](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/breathe-your-way-to-less-stress-workshop/) - Breathwork Techniques for Stress and Anxiety Extended exhales – make your exhale twice as long as your inhale Alternate nostril breath – close one nostril and breathe through the other So Ham – repeat the word So on each inhale. Repeat the word Ham on each exhale. So ham means I am awareness. Breathe through
- [Yoga Blog](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/blog/) - Here we share our thoughts and musings on all things yoga, meditation, emotional and mental health. Yoga and mental health blog.
- [10th Birthday Sale](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/10th-birthday-sale/) - 10th Birthday SaleBUY NOW Gain access to our exclusive Member’s Only classes Get 20% discount on Practical Anxiety Relief Get 20% discount on Yoga for Menopause Free Yoga Mat storage Pass can be paused for holidays. BUY NOW This pass is valid for 12 months from first use. It does not include access to Member’s
- [Yoga for Menopause](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-for-menopause/) - Yoga for Menopause Why yoga is so good for menopause, why yoga can help you lose weight and reduce menopause symptoms, why yin yoga is the best for menopause
- [Yin Yoga Brisbane](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yin-yoga-brisbane/) - Offering daily Yin Yoga classes in Brisbane to relax your body and calm your mind.
- [Beginner's Yoga Brisbane](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/beginners-yoga-brisbane/) - Beginner's Yoga Brisbane - With daily Beginner's Yoga Classes, we're the experts at teaching yoga to beginners. We have been introducing Brisbane to beginners' yoga for over 10 years.
- [Yoga Alchemy 22-23](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-alchemy-22-23/)
- [Meditation Brisbane](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/meditation-brisbane/) - Meditation Brisbane - learn to meditate with us. We're experts at teaching meditation to beginners.
- [Yoga Online](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-online/) - Cultivate Calm at home with our Online Yoga Studio ONLINE YOGA CLASSES
- [Yoga Alchemy 2022](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-alchemy-2022/)
- [SALE - 6 Week Yoga Pass](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/sale-6-week-yoga-pass/) - Get 10 classes per week for $37 direct debit. No contract, cancel anytime. This pass can be paused or canceled for ANY reason. The pass will start on the first use. What people say about us "As a 50 something man who drives a desk for work and couldn’t
- [Release Tension from your Neck and Upper Back](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/release-tension-from-your-neck-and-upper-back/) - The trapezius is one of the muscles of the upper back. It runs between the shoulder blades and runs from the base of the skull to the middle back. If we hunch over a desk all day this muscle will become tired and sore. Image by Fitness Stack Exchange Chronic neck, back and
- [How to release tension from your neck](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/how-to-release-tension-from-your-neck/) - The sub-occipital muscles are located at the base of the skull. These muscles can get really tight due to poor posture and a forward head position. When these muscles are tight they can lead to tension headaches and chronic neck pain. Image by Ken Hub Chronic neck, back and shoulder tension may have
- [Foundations of Emotional Mastery](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/foundations-of-emotional-mastery/) - Welcome friends, Lack of control, uncertainty and feeling helpless all create emotional distress. Emotional stress can cause us to feel stuck in: A stressful job we hate Dysfunctional relationships An anxious lifestyle Unhappy situations Emotional mastery leads to: Ability to feel our emotions so that we’re aware when we’re feeling stressed Ability to express
- [Better Boundaries](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/better-boundaries/)
- [Yoga Alchemy 2021](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-alchemy-2021/)
- [Teachers](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/teachers/) - Boasting some of Brisbane's best and favourite yoga teachers.
- [Yoga Alchemy Online](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-alchemy-online/)
- [Online Yoga Classes](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/online-yoga-classes/) - Our Online Yoga Studio is here. If you're unable to afford these classes there are a few free ones on this page. You can support the studio and leave a tip here. Evening Wind Down 23 min A gentle yoga practice to wind down after a stressful day. You will need a bolster/cushion/rolled-up
- [Diffusing strong emotions meditation](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/diffusing-strong-emotions-meditation/) - Image credit @Indg0 A meditation for tough times.
- [Breath and Meditation Bonus Content](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/breath-and-meditation-bonus-content/)
- [Consciously Creating the Next Decade Bonus Content](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/consciously-creating-the-next-decade-bonus/) - Meditation is a powerful tool to become aware of our thoughts and inner dialogue. Here is a guided meditation for you to become aware of your thoughts and delve beyond your thoughts. Forgiveness is a powerful tool to free us from emotional burden. Learn more about Yoga Alchemy - a 6 month transformational coaching
- [Consciously Creating the Next Decade Online](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/consciously-creating-the-next-decade-online/)
- [And Relax...](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/and-relax/) - This is the relaxation exercise we do every week at our Relax and Meditate classes. It will help your body and mind relax. This audio is best listened to with headphones as it contains a background sound which is designed to stimulate Alpha Brainwaves, a relaxed mental state where the thoughts slow down.
- [Tight shoulders? Try this](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/elevated-shoulders-try-this/) - Discover how to release chronic tension in the neck and shoulders
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- [Yoga Class Descriptions](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/yoga-class-descriptions/) - Vinyasa Yoga A dynamic, flowing yoga class combining strength, balance and flexibility. The sequence synchronises movement with breath to calm the mind, tone the body and nourish the soul. We offer three different levels of Vinyasa yoga from beginners to advanced. Basics Start here if you are new to yoga or if you want a gentle
- [Grounding Meditation for Anxiety](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/grounding-meditation-for-anxiety/) - Check out our 3 Day Meditation Course 23-25 November. Our mind is all we have. Everything we ever experience is shaped by our minds. Our minds can make us miserable and our state of mind plays a huge role in the quality of our lives. Many of us have tried meditation only to find
- [Spaciousness](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/spaciousness/)
- [Journey to Self](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/journey-to-self/)
- [Acceptance Meditation](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/acceptance-meditation/)
- [Central Channel Meditation](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/central-channel-meditation/)
- [Energy and consciousness meditation](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/energy-and-consciousness-meditation/)
- [Impermanence Meditation](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/impermanence-meditation/)
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## Events

- [Deep Calm](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/deep-calm/) - Deep Calm with Monica Rottmann Friday 18 September 12.30pm-2.30pm $110 full price $55 for VIP Members There is a place deep within you that is quiet, still and peaceful. Beneath the layers of tension, stress and worry is a part of ourselves that we’re longing to reconnect with. Do you feel it too? That place
- [Energy Spring Clean](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/energy-spring-clean/) - Energy Spring Clean with Monica Rottmann Ekka Public Holiday Wednesday 12 August 12.30pm-2.30pm $110 full price $88 for Direct Debit Members + 6-month Members – email us for the code Only $55 for VIP Annual Members Winter can leave us feeling heavy, dull and sluggish. Not just physically, but mentally too. On this Ekka Holiday,
- [Inner Circle](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/inner-circle-6/) - Gather in a circle of like-minded souls for a nurturing evening of rest, reflection, and connection. Together we’ll slow down, breathe deeply, and create space for what really matters: presence, peace, and heartfelt community. ✨ Guided Breathwork ✨ Gentle Group Sharing ✨ Restorative Yin Yoga ✨ Crystal Sound Healing No pressure to perform—just come
- [Grounded](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/grounded/) - Grounded An exploration of the Root Chakra with Monica King’s Birthday Public Holiday Monday 5 October 12.30pm-2.30pm $110 Full Price $55 for VIP Annual Members $88 for Direct Debit + 6 month Members – email us for your code The root chakra sits at the base of the spine and governs safety, stability and belonging.
- [Kirtan Meditation + Live Music](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/kirtan-meditation-live-music/) - Kirtan Meditation + Live Music – Free Friday 21 August 6.30-8.30pm Join Nikki, Candace and Simon for an enchanting evening of mantras and meditation. Kirtan is a form of Bhakti or devotional Yoga. It opens the heart chakra and can uplift our spirit. You don’t need to be good at singing; you can just listen
- [Asana Lab - Core strength for beginners](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/asana-lab-core-strength-for-beginners/) - Asana Lab – Core Strength for Beginners with Ruth Warren Sunday 6 September 10.30am-11.45am FREE for existing clients – use your pass. Building Stability Inside and Out Your core is more than just your belly muscles. It is the centre of your body, supporting your spine, posture and movement every day. A strong core makes
- [Beginner's Yoga Workshop](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/beginners-yoga-workshop-9/) - If you have ever thought about trying yoga but felt unsure where to start, this workshop is for you. In this 2 hour workshop, you will: Learn the key yoga poses and how to find safe alignment. Build strength and flexibility in a way that suits your body. Discover breathing techniques and simple meditation
- [Clear Calm Connected](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/clear-calm-connected/) - Clear. Calm. Connected with Monica Rottmann Sunday 7 June 10.30am-1pm SOLD OUT – JOIN THE WAITLIST LEARN MORE ABOUT ENERGY ALCHEMY $110 full price $55 for VIP Members Most people think we’re made of two things: a mind and a body. Yoga philosophy says there’s more to it than that. Between your thoughts and your
- [Energy Alchemy](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/energy-alchemy/) - Energy Alchemy with Monica Rottmann Saturday 18 July – Saturday 14 November A four-month in-person immersion in energy, consciousness and inner organisation. The world is not okay right now. You know this. You feel it in your body before you even read the news. We are closer to global conflict than we’ve been in decades.
- [VIP Members - Yin Yoga + Sound Healing 26](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/vip-members-yin-yoga-sound-healing26/) - Yin Yoga + Sound Healing with Nikki Reed Friday 19 June 6.30pm-8pm This is an exclusive event for our VIP Annual Members. Join Nikki for 90 minutes of Yin Yoga with the sounds from the crystal singing bowls. Why Crystal Singing Bowls Are So Powerful Most people know what Yin does for the body. But
- [Clear Your Crap](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/clear-your-crap/) - Clear Your Crap with Monica Rottmann Easter Monday 6 April 12.30pm -3pm 2 SPOTS LEFT $110 full price $55 for VIP Annual Members Have a voucher? You can use it towards this workshop. Create space in your body, nervous system and energy field by clearing your emotional clutter. This one-off workshop uses powerful breathwork to
- [Unwind the Psoas](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/unwind-the-psoas-5/) - Unwind the Psoas with Monica Rottmann Labor Day Public Holiday Monday 4 May 2pm-4.30pm $110 full price $88 for Direct Debit members (email us for your discount code) $55 for VIP Annual Members Unwind Your Psoas: The Key to Deep Calm Discover the missing link between tension and true relaxation. The psoas is more than
- [ANAHATA - Exploring the Heart Chakra](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/anahata-exploring-the-heart-chakra/) - ANAHATA – Exploring the Heart Chakra with Monica Monday 26 January 12.30pm-2.30pm 5 SPOTS LEFT $110 Full Price $55 for VIP Annual Members $88 for Direct Debit Members (email us for your code) This workshop focuses on the heart area, where tension and emotional residue tend to accumulate. Over time, stress, disappointment, grief,
- [Yin + Sound Healing Fundraiser for Breast Cancer](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/yin-nidra-fundraiser-for-breast-cancer/) - Yin + Sound Healing Fundraiser with Nic Matthews Friday 27 February 6.30pm-8pm Join Nic for this special class to raise funds for Mater Chicks In Pink – supporting research into Breast Cancer. Combining a relaxing Yin Yoga class with the soothing sounds of the crystal singing bowls, you will drift into a state of calm
- [Ignite - an exploration of the Solar Plexus Chakra](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/ignite-an-exploration-of-the-solar-plexus-chakra/) - Ignite – an exploration of the Solar Plexus Chakra with Monica Rottmann Sunday 7 December 10.30am-12.30pm 4 SPOTS LEFT $110 Full Price $55 for VIP Annual Members $88 for Direct Debit + 6 month Members – email us for your code The Solar Plexus Chakra — Manipura — is the seat of our personal power
- [Flow](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/flow/) - 2 SPOT LEFT Flow An exploration of the Sacral Chakra through Vinyasa, Kundalini & Yin Yoga with Monica Rottmann The sacral chakra—Svadhisthana—is the seat of your pleasure, creativity, sensuality, and emotional expression. Located just below the navel, it’s connected to your ability to feel, to enjoy, and to express yourself fully. When this chakra is
- [Asana Lab - Headstand](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/asana-lab-headstand/) - Asana Lab – Headstand with Monica Saturday 1 November 10.30am-11.45a, FREE for existing clients – use your pass. Headstand, or Sirsasana, is often called the king of yoga postures. It asks us to face our fears, trust ourselves, and discover the strength already within. Inversions change how we see the world. They calm the nervous system,
- [VIP Members - Yin Yoga + Sound Healing](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/vip-members-yin-yoga-sound-healing-2/) - Yin Yoga + Sound Healing with Monica Friday 19 December 5pm-6.30pm FREE This is an exclusive event for our VIP Annual Members. The vibration produced by the crystal singing bowls is felt in all the cells of our body, including our brain cells. This vibration slows down our brainwave frequency, leading to a calm and relaxed
- [The Class](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/the-class/) - The Class is an Intermediate-advanced experience for those who want to explore and awaken their energy body. The Class will feature a mix of vinyasa, kundalini yoga, advanced breathwork, yin yoga and chanting. This will help you clear stuck emotions, open your chakras, balance your nervous system, and feel calm, grounded, and energised. This is
- [Yin Yoga + Sound Healing](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/yin-yoga-sound-healing-2/) - Yin Yoga + Sound Healing with Monica Rottmann 2 SPOTS LEFT Ekka Holiday Wednesday 13 August 12.30pm-2.30pm This deeply calming experience combines the long-held, supported poses of Yin Yoga with the therapeutic resonance of crystal singing bowls. As your body softens into stillness, the vibration of sound washes through your cells, calming the nervous system
- [Asana Lab - Arm Balances Advanced](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/asana-lab-arm-balances-advanced/) - Asana Lab – Arm Balances Advanced with Monica Rottmann Sunday 17 August 10am-11.45am Advance your Asana practice with this special workshop introducing you to arm balancing poses. If you can do plank and chaturanga, then you can do arm balances too, once you learn the technique and overcome your fear of falling. In this session,
- [Asana Lab - Intro to Arm Balances](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/asana-lab-intro-to-arm-balances/) - Asana Lab – Intro to Arm Balances with Monica Rottmann Sunday 3 August 10am-11.45am Advance your Asana practice with this special workshop introducing you to arm balancing poses. If you can do plank and chaturanga, then you can do arm balances too, once you learn the technique and overcome your fear of falling. In this
- [Practical Anxiety Relief](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/practical-anxiety-relief-4/) - Practical Anxiety Relief with Monica Rottmann Sunday 20 July 10.30am-1pm Anxiety isn’t a thinking problem; it’s a nervous system response, and this workshop will help you see anxiety in a new light and give you the practical tools to manage it. + Beginner-friendly yoga poses + Breathwork + Guided relaxation + Meditation You can expect
- [Befriending the Mind](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/befriending-the-mind/) - Befriending the Mind with Monica Rottmann SOLD OUT – email info@cultivatecalmyoga.com.au to join the waitlist Friday 11 April 12 – 2.30 pm (Monica is aware this is a weekday, and not everyone can attend. Monica has very limited availability this year, and this workshop is unlikely to be repeated by her anytime soon). Ever feel Learn to meditate
- [Yoga for Menopause](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/yoga-for-menopause/) - Yoga for Menopause with Ruth Warren Friday 7 February 6.30pm – 9pm Join senior yoga teacher Ruth, for this special 2.5hr workshop to discover: +The best yoga poses for menopause symptoms. + How to use your breath to calm yourself and keep cool during hot flushes. + How to sleep better with yoga. + How
- [Yintrospection](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/yintrospection/) - Yintrospection with Nic Matthews Saturday 26 October 11am – 1.30pm $160 full price $40 for VIP Annual Members yintrospection noun the examination or observation of one’s own mental and emotional processes while under the influence of yin yoga, aromatherapy and meditation Treat yourself to this delicious afternoon of nourishment for your mind, body and soul.
- [Unstuck - a Masterclass on Nervous System Healing](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/unstuck-a-masterclass-on-nervous-system-healing/) - Unstuck – a Masterclass on Nervous System Healing with Monica Rottmann SOLD OUT – email info@cultivatecalmyoga.com.au to join the waitlist. Ekka Public Holiday Wednesday 14 August 1pm-5pm $344 full price $86 for VIP Annual Members Chronic stress can leave our nervous system stuck in survival mode, leading to a range of symptoms like: >> chronic
- [Strong - Wise - Calm](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/strong-wise-calm/) - Strong – Wise – Calm with Samuel Turner Sunday 23 June 10.30am-12.30pm $150 full price Members email for your discount code BOOK IN NOWProduct DescriptionStrength training can help you preserve and enhance your muscle mass at any age. This workshop with Samuel is specifically designed for beginners and those over 40 who want to strengthen their
- [Revive Your Spine](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/awaken-your-spine/) - Revive Your Spine with Cat Pham Easter Monday Public Holiday Monday 1 April 2pm-4.30pm $150 full price $37.50 for VIP Annual Members 2 SPOTS LEFT Awaken your spine through a combination of slow flow vinyasa, breathwork, mindful movement using the BackMitra ®, and meditation to close your practice. The BackMitra ® is a foam prop that helps realign the
- [Laughter Yoga :)](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/laughter-yoga/) - Laughter Yoga with Monica Rottmann Saturday 2 March 10am-11am Laughter truly is the best medicine. And Laughter Yoga will boost your mood, calm your nervous system and guarantee you good clean fun. No experience is required. There are no yoga poses. You will laugh so hard your belly hurts and your eyes water, and if
- [Yin + Sound Healing Fundraiser for Breast Cancer](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/yin-sound-healing-fundraiser-for-breast-cancer/) - Yin Yoga + Sound Healing Fundraiser with Nic Matthews Help us raise money for breast cancer research and support by attending this special workshop with all proceeds ging to Mater Chicks in Pink. Breast Cancer affects 1 in 8 women and many of our community have been touched. In this 2 hour class with Nic
- [Beginner's Yoga Workshop](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/beginners-yoga-workshop-8/) - This Beginner’s Yoga Workshop will introduce you to all the key poses of yoga, yoga philosophy, breathing techniques and meditation. We will help you find the correct alignment, help you build strength and develop your flexibility to feel strong and confident in a yoga class. We will explore the meaning of yoga and yoga philosophy
- [Rest Back + Calm Your Mind](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/rest-back-calm-your-mind-3/) - Rest Back + Calm Your Mind with Cat Pham + Nicole Sanders Friday 8 September 6.30pm-9pm $20 for VIP Annual Members $80 for Direct Debit Members (email us for the code) $100 Full Price Slow down, rest back from the busyness of life and tend to your spine to bring greater ease to body and
- [Beginner's Yoga Workshop](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/beginners-yoga-workshop-7/) - Beginner's Yoga Workshop in East Brisbane. This is the best way to start yoga with us.
- [Beginner's Yoga Workshop](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/beginners-yoga-workshop-6/) - Beginners Yoga Workshop in Brisbane. New to yoga? This is the best way to start yoga. You don't need to be fit or flexible and we will teach you all the basics of yoga
- [Rest Back + Calm Your Mind](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/rest-back-calm-your-mind-2/) - Rest Back + Calm Your Mind with Cat Pham + Nicole Sanders Friday 2 June 6.30pm-9pm Slow down, rest back from the busyness of life and tend to your spine to bring greater ease to body and mind. When anxious or stressed, we tense our bodies without even realizing it. Prolonged stress or anxiety
- [Beginner's Yoga Workshop](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/beginners-yoga-workshop-5/) - Beginner’s Yoga Workshop with Sarah Tate Saturday 3 June 10.30am-12.30pm This Beginner’s Yoga Workshop will introduce you to all the key poses of yoga, yoga philosophy, breathing techniques and meditation. We will help you find the correct alignment, help you build strength and develop your flexibility to feel strong and confident in a yoga class.
- [Rest Back + Calm Your Mind](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/rest-back-calm-your-mind/) - Rest Back + Calm Your Mind 1 SPOT LEFT with Cat Pham + Nicole Sanders ANZAC Day Tuesday 25 April 2-5pm $30 for VIP Annual Members $96 for Direct Debit Members (email us for the code) $120 Full Price A strong and relaxed back-body supports a resilient and calm nervous system. Slow down, rest back
- [Beginner's Yoga Workshop](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/beginners-yoga-workshop-4/) - Beginner’s Yoga Workshop with Sarah Tate This Beginner’s Yoga Workshop will introduce you to all the key poses of yoga, yoga philosophy, breathing techniques and meditation. We will help you find the correct alignment, help you build strength and develop your flexibility to feel strong and confident in a yoga class. We will explore the Beginner's Yoga Workshop - East Brisbane
- [Inner Circle](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/inner-circle-5/) - Inner Circle with Sarah Tate Gather in Circle with like-minded yogis for an evening of relaxation and connection. >> Breathwork >> Group discussion >> Yin Yoga >> Yoga Nidra >> Intention setting This is an exclusive event for current clients of Cultivate Calm Yoga. Use your pass – there is no extra cost. book in
- [Autumn Release - Half Day Retreat](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/autumn-release-half-day-retreat/) - Autumn Release – Half Day Retreat with Sarah Tate Easter Monday 10 April 2pm – 5.30pm $120 Only $30 for VIP Annual Members Autumn is a perfect time to go inwards, reflect and relax and release. Featuring: + Gentle + beginner-friendly yoga + Creation of individual reflective mandalas + Relaxing Yin Yoga focused on the
- [Beginner's Yoga Workshop](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/beginners-yoga-workshop-3/) - Beginner’s Yoga Workshop with Sarah Tate Saturday 1 April 10.30am – 12.30pm This Beginner’s Yoga Workshop is just the thing you need to get started. We cover all the basics of yoga, including the key poses, breathwork, meditation and yoga etiquette. After this workshop, you will feel confident to step into any yoga class and
- [Beginner's Yoga Workshop](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/beginners-yoga-workshop-2/) - BOOKED OUT – join the next one Beginner’s Yoga Workshop with Sarah Tate Saturday 4 March 10.30am – 12.30pm This Beginner’s Yoga Workshop is just the thing you need to get started. We cover all the basics of yoga, including the key poses, breathwork, meditation and yoga etiquette. After this workshop, you will feel confident
- [Unwind the Psoas](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/unwind-the-psoas-3/) - SOLD OUT – email us to join the waitlist Unwind the Psoas with Monica Rottmann Friday 17 February 6.30pm – 9pm $90 If you experience stress, anxiety or chronic muscle tension, this workshop is for you. The psoas muscle connects the spine to the legs and is the primary muscle involved in the stress response.
- [Summer Bliss - Half Day Retreat](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/summer-bliss-half-day-retreat/) - ONLY 4 SPOTS LEFT Summer Bliss Half-Day Retreat with Monica Rottmann Australia Day Public Holiday Thursday 26 January 2pm – 5.30pm $30 for VIP Annual Members (email for the code) $96 for Direct Debit + 3/6 month members (email for the code) $120 full price Join Monica for an afternoon of Summer Bliss. > A
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- [Beginner's Yoga Workshop](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/beginners-yoga-workshop/) - Beginner’s Yoga WorkshopSaturday 4 February 10.30am – 12.30pm This Beginner’s Yoga Workshop is just the thing you need to get started. We cover all the basics of yoga, including the key poses, breathwork, meditation and yoga etiquette. After this workshop, you will feel confident to step into any yoga class and you’ll know how
- [Inner Circle](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/inner-circle-4/) - Inner Circle with Monica Rottmann Gather in Circle with like-minded yogis for an evening of relaxation and connection. >> Breathwork >> Group connection >> Sound Healing + Yin Yoga >>Meditation This is an exclusive event for current clients of Cultivate Calm Yoga. Use your pass – there is no extra cost. Places are limited
- [2023: Conscious Creation](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/2023-conscious-creation/) - SOLD OUT email info@cultivatecalmyoga.com.au to join the waitlist 2023: Conscious Creation with Monica Rottmann New Year’s Day Public Holiday Monday 2 January 2pm – 5.30pm $150 In this special new year workshop, we will review the year that was and reframe our experience to find the hidden lessons. We will then take these lessons into
- [Meditation Habit](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/meditation-habit/) - The Meditation Habit with Monica Rottmann 6 Week Online Meditation Course 7 November – 18 December LEARN MORE Being calm makes us better at everything. A calm mind makes life easier. We think better, are more creative, and make better decisions with a clear head. Learning how to keep calm during uncertain times is the
- [5 Day Meditation Challenge](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/5-day-meditation-challenge/) - FREE 5 Day Meditation Challenge Monday 24 October – Friday 28 October with the Founder of Cultivate Calm Yoga, Monica Rottmann We practice online each morning from 6.30am-7am (AEST Brisbane time) Practice in the comfort of your home. You don’t need to have the camera on. Discover a way to meditate that’s easy and doable.
- [Roll + Release](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/roll-release/) - Roll and Release with Nic Matthews Queen’s Birthday Public Holiday Monday 3 October 2pm – 4.30pm $80 If you have pain, stiffness or lack of mobility anywhere in your body, this Workshop is for you. Rolling is like having a deep tissue massage, where you have total control of the pressure and the areas that
- [Inner Circle](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/inner-circle-2/) - Inner Circle with Monica Rottmann Gather in Circle with like-minded yogis for an evening of relaxation and connection. >> Breathwork >> Group discussion >> Sound Healing + Yin Yoga >> Guided relaxation >> Intention setting Existing pass holders and studio members can use their passes to attend (at no extra cost). Guests and non-members
- [Practical Anxiety Relief](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/practical-anxiety-relief-3/) - 2 SPOTS LEFT Practical Anxiety Relief with Monica Rottmann Saturday 30 July 12.30pm – 2.30pm $48 for Direct Debit and 6 Month Members (email us for the code) $60 Full Price Anxiety isn’t a thinking problem, it’s a nervous system issue and this workshop will help you see anxiety in a new light and give
- [Unwind the Psoas](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/unwind-the-psoas-2/) - 3 SPOTS LEFT Unwind the Psoas with Monica Rottmann Friday 17 June 6.30pm – 9pm $64 for Direct Debit members (email us for the code) $80 full price Aggressive stretching only aggravates our psoas and leaves us feeling more stressed and anxious. This workshop focuses exclusively on unwinding the muscle that connects the spine to
- [Inner Circle](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/inner-circle/) - Inner Circle with Monica Rottmann Friday 1 July 6.30pm-9pm $50 for guests. Studio members can use their pass/membership (no extra cost). Gather in Circle with like-minded yogis for an evening of relaxation and connection. In this 2.5 hour session, we will: practice breathwork connect with each other in small groups experience deep relaxation of Sound
- [Inner Circle](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/inner-circle-3/) - Inner Circle with Monica Rottmann Friday 3 June 6.30pm-9pm $50 for guests. Studio members can use their pass/membership (no extra cost). Gather in Circle with like-minded yogis for an evening of relaxation and connection. In this 2.5 hour session, we will: practice breathwork connect with each other in small groups experience deep relaxation of Sound
- [Unwind the Psoas](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/unwind-the-psoas/) - SOLD OUT – email info@cultivatecalmyoga.com.au to go on the waitlist Unwind the Psoas with Monica Rottmann Good Friday 15 April 2pm-4.30pm $80 Direct Debit Members save 20% – email us for the code Discover the key to relaxation and experience the deep calm that results from a supple psoas muscle. Aggressive stretching only aggravates our psoas and leaves
- [Shakti Embodiment](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/shakti-embodiment/) - Shakti Embodiment with Satya Lynn Friday 27 May 6-9pm $70 – Direct Debit members save 20% (email us for the code). Be lovingly guided, held and nurtured through an evening of Shakti Embodiment with Satya and Tamsin. Welcome blessings will guide you into a space to connect with yourself, settle in and wash
- [SALE](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/sale/) - Get 6 weeks of unlimited yoga for $200. Imagine how good you will feel when you practice yoga 2-3 times per week. Imagine sleeping better, moving better and feeling better. Imagine having more energy and getting your spark back. Imagine having a clear head and a calm mind. All you have to do is | Get 6 weeks of unlimited yoga for $200. Imagine how good you will feel when you practice yoga 2-3 times per week. Imagine sleeping better, moving better and feeling better. Imagine having more energy and getting your spark back. Imagine having a clear head and a calm mind. All you have to do is
- [Practical Anxiety Relief](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/practical-anxiety-relief-2/) - Practical Anxiety Relief with Monica Rottmann Saturday 12 March 2pm-3.30pm $50 In this 90 min workshop, you will learn practical tools to manage stress and anxiety. Featuring: >> Gentle + beginner-friendly yoga poses >> Breathwork >> Guided relaxation >> Meditation You can expect to transition from tense, wound up, and stressed to feeling calm and
- [Yoga Alchemy](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/yoga-alchemy-2/) - When we address our underlying emotions, our head and heart align. When we’re aligned, lasting change and transformation are possible. You will get the tools, coaching and support to do the deep internal work to align your heart, mind and soul. Yoga Alchemy transforms our wounds into wisdom and grace. LEARN MORE
- [FREE 5 Day Meditation Challenge](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/calm-mind-5-day-meditation-challenge/) - Calm Mind – 5 Day Meditation Challenge with Monica Rottmann Start 2022 with a clear head and calm mind. FREE and ONLINE Monday 10 January – Friday 14 January 6.30am – 7am every morning on zoom This is a live event to teach you to meditate, practice in a group and build a habit with
- [Practical Anxiety Relief](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/practical-anxiety-relief/) - Practical Anxiety Relief with Monica Rottmann Saturday 22 January 10am – 11.30am In this 90 min online workshop with Monica you will learn practical tools to manage stress and anxiety. Featuring gentle + beginner-friendly yoga poses Breathwork Guided relaxation Meditation You can expect to transition from tense, wound up and stressed to feeling calm and
- [2022: Conscious Creation](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/2022-conscious-creation/) - 2022: Conscious Creation with Monica Rottmann New Year’s Day Public Holiday Monday 3 January 2pm -5.30pm $125 Direct Debit Members save 20% – email us for your discount code Get clear on your intentions for 2022 and consciously create the life you want. Most New Year’s Resolutions fail because they’re focused on changing our behaviours
- [Foundations of Emotional Mastery](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/foundations-of-emotional-mastery/) - Foundations of Emotional Mastery with Monica Rottmann FREE Online Workshop Sunday 12 December 10-11am There’s no formal education on how to deal with our emotions. Conventional wisdom tells us to just “get over” our negative emotions, “let it go”, or think positively. Avoiding and suppressing our emotions doesn’t make them go away. Instead, these uncomfortable
- [Santa Paws - Doga fundraiser!](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/santa-paws-doga-fundraiser/) - Join us for a special fundraiser afternoon of dog yoga and socialising at Mowbray Park with Nic. All funds raised will go to Animals in Need Brisbane, an organisation that rescues dogs (including greyhounds), cats, farm pets and birds placing them in foster care whilst waiting for adoption. Bring a picnic and/or something to share to
- [Better Boundaries](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/better-boundaries/) - Better Boundaries Online Workshop with Monica Rottmann Saturday 4 December 3pm-4pm This workshop will be recorded if you can’t attend live. $40 – Direct Debit Members save 20% (email us for the code). Boundaries are the secret to mental and emotional wellbeing, but many of us struggle to set and uphold them. Boundaries define what
- [Shakti Yoga](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/shakti-yoga/) - Shakti Yoga with Satya Lynn Friday 12 November 6.30 pm-9 pm SOLD OUT – email info@cultivatecalmyoga.com.au to go on the waitlist $75 Join Satya for an evening of feminine embodiment practices to nurture, ground and nourish heart, mind and soul. With the opportunity to share in a circle, move through a walking meditation, to be
- [Nervous System Health](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/nervous-system-health/) - Nervous System Health with Monica Rottmann Sunday 24 October 10am-11am Free online workshop Sometimes life gets a bit too much. We can easily become busy, stressed and overwhelmed. Learning how to regulate our nervous system in times of stress can keep us calm and prevent us from burnout. A healthy and balanced nervous system is
- [Unwind the Psoas](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/unwind-the-psoas-4/) - Unwind the Psoas with Monica Rottmann Facemasks are required to be worn unless you have a medical exemption Queen’s Birthday Public Holiday Monday 4 October 2-4.30pm $60 for Direct Debit Members (email us for your discount code) $75 full price Discover the key to relaxation and experience the deep calm that results from a supple
- [Breathe your way to less stress](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/breathe-your-way-to-less-stress/) - Breathe your way to less stress FREE Online Workshop with Monica Rottmann Saturday 9 October 3-4pm Breathwork is the key to regulating our nervous system and calming our busy minds. If you experience stress and anxiety, this free online workshop is for you. Join Monica, the founder of Cultivate Calm Yoga, as she teaches you| Breathe your way to less stress FREE Online Workshop with Monica Rottmann Saturday 9 October 3-4pm Breathwork is the key to regulating our nervous system and calming our busy minds. If you experience stress and anxiety, this free online workshop is for you. Join Monica, the founder of Cultivate Calm Yoga, as she teaches you
- [Sacred Sounds](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/sacred-sounds-2/) - Sacred Sounds with Kye and Satya Friday 4th June $50 You are invited to join Kye and Satya for a night of Sankirtan – a musical gathering with like-minded yogis. Whether you are new to chanting or have experience in this form of yoga, this night is suitable for all. Come and experience the powerful
- [Beginner's Yoga Course February](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/event/beginners-yoga-course-february-2/) - Beginner’s Yoga Course with Nic Matthews Saturday 20 February 12pm-3pm Can’t make this date? Check out our March or May intake. $150 Nervous about starting yoga? Don’t be. This Beginner’s Yoga Course will introduce you to all the key poses of yoga, yoga philosophy, breathing techniques and meditation. We will help you find correct alignment,

## FAQs

- [How do I book?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/how-do-i-book/) - Go to the timetable and click on a class you want to attend Select book You will need to create an account You will be prompted to purchase a yoga pass (you can't book without a valid pass) You will receive an email confirmation of your booking
- [Do I need to book for classes?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/do-i-need-to-book-for-classes/) - We recommend booking to avoid being turned away if a class is fully booked. Popular classes book out a week in advance. You can only book a class if you have a current membership, otherwise, you will need to purchase a membership. You can book online via the timetable page. Select the class you want
- [How far in advance can I book?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/how-far-in-advance-can-i-book/) - You can book 7 days in advance. VIP Annual Members can book 3 months in advance.
- [What type of yoga should I begin with?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/what-type-of-yoga-should-i-begin-with/) - It depends. Both our Yin Yoga Classes and Vinyasa Basics classes are beginner-friendly, but they’re quite different. Yin Yoga is very gentle, it’s all done lying or sitting down. You won’t work up a sweat, and the focus is on relaxation and deep stretching. Vinyasa Basics classes are quite active, you will work up a
- [Can I watch a class to see what it's like?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/can-i-watch-a-class-to-see-what-its-like/) - No. It's just weird. There's plenty of yoga on YouTube so you can see what it looks like.
- [Can I try a class for free?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/can-i-try-a-class-for-free/) - No. We know that gyms and other fitness places do free trial classes but we don’t. What we offer is quality yoga and quality isn’t free. You get what you pay for and our instructors are highly qualified, our studio is beautiful and well-equipped and has a huge variety of classes.
- [How much are the classes?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/how-much-are-the-classes/) - Your first 3 weeks of yoga are only $77. A single session is $45 View all class passes
- [How does the waitlist work?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/how-does-the-waitlist-work/) - If a class is fully booked, you can elect to join the waitlist. You will receive an email if a spot becomes available. You will then need to click the link in the email to confirm your spot.
- [How can I pause my membership?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/how-can-i-pause-my-membership/) - To pause your membership, email us with the dates you’ll be away – info@cultivatecalmyoga.com.au You can pause your membership for ANY reason. The minimum pause period is 7 days. We don’t do retrospective pauses – you need to let us know at the time.
- [Do I need a yoga mat?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/do-i-need-a-yoga-mat/) - You can use ours or you can bring your own.
- [How busy are the classes?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/how-busy-are-the-classes/) - We can only accept 25 people per class and popular classes book out days in advance.
- [Can I do yoga if I'm pregnant?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/can-i-do-yoga-if-im-pregnant/) - If you had a regular yoga practice before getting pregnant, then you can continue that practice with modification. If you haven't done any yoga before, we recommend specialised Pregnancy Yoga (at Inna Bliss, Stretch Yoga or One Family Yoga). We don't recommend practising Vinyasa Yoga in your first trimester but Yin Yoga is fine. If
- [Will yoga help me lose weight?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/will-yoga-help-me-lose-weight/) - Yes, but not for the reason you might think. The average yoga class doesn't burn that many calories so if you just want to burn calories, you're better off at the gym. The way yoga works is by lowering our stress levels which in turn lowers our stress hormones which means we don't hold onto
- [How do I cancel my booking?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/how-do-i-cancel-my-booking/) - Go to the timetable page, select the class you had booked and click 'cancel'. We apply a late cancellation fee of $10 if you don't provide 2hrs notice of cancellation.
- [Can I practice yoga if I'm overweight?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/can-i-practice-yoga-if-im-overweight/) - Absolutely. We have all shapes and sizes in our yoga classes and everyone is welcome. Since we are a studio that attracts a lot of older people and beginners, you won't be intimidated by how everyone looks. In fact, you'll probably fit right in.
- [Can I bring my kids to yoga?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/can-i-bring-my-kids-to-yoga/) - We don't offer children's yoga, we aren't insured to teach children and we don't have Blue Cards. If your child is over 16 they are welcome to attend a vinyasa class. Our Yin Yoga and Meditation classes are 18+. For children's and family yoga we recommend One Family Yoga, Stretch Yoga or Inna Bliss Yoga.
- [Where are you located?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/where-are-you-located/) - We are located upstairs from the Chinese Kung Fu at 963 Stanley Street East in East Brisbane.
- [Where can I park?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/where-can-i-park/) - Free street parking is available on Stanley Street East, Withington Street and Disdbury Streets. Please respect our neighbours and avoid blocking their driveways.
- [Are there many men in a yoga class?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/are-there-many-men-in-a-yoga-class/) - It varies, usually 10-20% of the class are men.
- [What do I wear to yoga?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/what-do-i-wear-to-yoga/) - Women usually wear tights and a tshirt or singlet. If you wear shorts just be mindful of how much coverage they offer when your legs are open. Men usually wear shorts and a tshirt or singlet. Yoga is done barefoot.
- [Can I practice yoga with an injury or medical condition?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/can-i-practice-yoga-with-an-injury-or-medical-condition/) - Make sure you have the all clear from your healthcare practitioner. We are able to cater to many people's needs. If you have concerns about whether yoga will be right for you, call us or email and we can chat about your needs. In general though if you can get up and down stairs, if
- [Can I bring my husband/partner to yoga?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/can-i-bring-my-husband-partner-to-yoga/) - Yes, we have lots of couples who practice yoga together. Bear in mind though that if you force someone to come to yoga they probably won't like it. The better way is to convince them by role-modeling the benefits of yoga yourself.
- [How often should I practice yoga?](https://cultivatecalmyoga.com.au/faq-items/how-often-should-i-practice-yoga/) - I depends... If you just want the occasional stretch, then once a week is fine. If you want to lose weight, get fit, develop flexibility, improve your energy, sleep better, improve your mental and emotional health then ideally practice 3 times per week or more. The more often you practice, the sooner you'll get the

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