Yoga for the Over 50's - Northern Beaches Community College

Yoga for the Over 50's

Course Outline

A ‘go at your own pace’ course in Hatha Yoga taught by an over 50’s teacher. This course will help build and maintain strength and flexibility of body and peace of mind. Relaxation, breathing and meditation techniques are part of each class. Please bring a mat and towel.

About the Tutor

Bernie has been practicing yoga for over 15 years and gained a Diploma in Yoga Teaching at the Yoga Institute of Australia in Cammeray. Her training encompassed all facets of Yoga according to the traditional Yoga teachings of India and emphasis was placed on teaching Yoga based on the needs of the individual and the situation. Since then she has been teaching a wide range of classes and is passionate about the benefits of yoga for everyone and believes if one can breathe one can do yoga! Bernie’s Yoga classes include postures (asana), breathing (pranayama), meditation and sound. She teaches classes in a style that is accessible to all and can also design individual personal practices.

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Course testimonials:

  • Beautiful relaxed teacher, love the stretch my body receives. I always feel energized once doing yoga.
  • Bernie is such a lovely and knowledgeable teacher, and I am looking forward to returning in term 4.
  • Our teacher Bernie is excellent as is evident with class numbers growing.
  • Love Bernie, yoga helps my Fybromyalgia, love the community feeling in the class. I have had great support since losing my husband at the end of March this year.
  • Being the first time at yoga I enjoyed learning the moves ( trying!) and the sense of accomplishment after.
  • A brilliant course run by a brilliant yoga teacher. I couldn't manage my life without these excellent classes.
  • I just love every bit of the 1.5 hour session. In particular I am most impressed with our trainer, Bernadette - always on hand to assist with the various yoga poses - and full of encouragement.
  • Bernie gave me confidence as a beginner that I could do this. I look forward to her classes each week.
  • I enjoy the way the class is run by Bernadette at a steady pace with lots of variation
  • Bernie is a fantastic teacher. I feel calm and relaxed after the session.