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:

  • 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.
  • I enjoy the way the class is run by Bernadette at a steady pace with lots of variation
  • Being the first time at yoga I enjoyed learning the moves ( trying!) and the sense of accomplishment after.
  • Bernie, as always, is brilliant. Can’t wait to return
  • This class is excellent for exercising the whole body. A very experienced teacher.
  • I love Bernie’s classes. I have fibromyalgia and receive great benefit from attending.
  • Bernie is a wonderful teacher and such a pleasant person
  • Bernadette is a great teacher. She did a wonderful job on Zoom throughout Covid. Varies the program each week.
  • Bernie is inspiring, professional and the perfect caring teacher encouraging us to reach our goals
  • Beautiful relaxed teacher, love the stretch my body receives. I always feel energized once doing yoga.