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:

  • Superlative trainer who engendered joy and focus
  • Bernie, as always, is brilliant. Can’t wait to return
  • I enjoy the time out. I find the course is at the right pace and level of difficulty for me.
  • I always feel fantastic after the yoga class. My body and mind loves it.
  • Fantastic professional and friendly course which has regained some of my fitness thank goodness
  • A brilliant course run by a brilliant yoga teacher. I couldn't manage my life without these excellent classes.
  • I love how Bernadette teaches, her thoroughness and dedication, and her attentive mindfulness. Her classes are inspirational.
  • The whole experience was friendly and exercises appropriate for my age group. I like being part of a small group
  • Bernie is inspiring, professional and the perfect caring teacher encouraging us to reach our goals
  • Talented understanding teacher who has done much to keep this old body going.