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:

  • Bernie is excellent and these yoga classes are everything I need
  • The yoga always helps me feel invigorated in mind & body & I have formed a special friendship with a group of women who have been doing it together for over 10years.
  • 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.
  • Talented understanding teacher who has done much to keep this old body going.
  • Bernadette is a wonderful and highly experienced instructor. It always is a pleasure to attend her sessions, enjoy the class atmosphere and learn something new every time.
  • Bernie has a very strong following as evidenced by the number of participants in my class. She is an excellent teacher.
  • Bernadette is a great teacher. She did a wonderful job on Zoom throughout Covid. Varies the program each week.
  • Yoga is a great experience with Bernie. Online worked well too.
  • Another successful term of Yoga on Zoom with Bernie. Venue rating was 5 as I was in the comfort of my home. But, looking forward to being able to be back face-to-face at Warringah Bowling Club.
  • Bernie is great and I enjoyed the local nature of these classes with her