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Mikki’s Teacher Training Update: Week 2

On February 17, 2012 · Leave a Comment · In Inspiration

I am now two weeks into my yoga course!

I am finding it quite challenging and confronting, because it is unlike anything I have ever done before, already having learned so much about yoga and about myself.

It has also been inspiring to be around Michelle, Clare and  the other yoga teachers, including the [...]

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Student of the Week: Juanita Fuchs

On February 15, 2012 · 3 Comments · In Uncategorized

 

 

Name: Juanita Fuchs

Age: 42 years

Why I come to Essence of Living: Because of the way it makes me feel. The studio has a really nice energy, so whenever I walk through the door all of my worries seem to be left behind…even if it is only for a short while. [...]

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Finding The Balance – Life as a ‘Yoga Mum’

On February 13, 2012 · Leave a Comment · In Be the change

Some of the greatest yoga masters come from a strong family background, BKS Iyengar and Sri Pattabhi Jois to name just two. Both householders and both extremely supportive of family life and the positive and deep impact that yoga has on your family and vice versa. 

In my own life as a yogi, living [...]

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Student of the Week: Steven Becker

On February 8, 2012 · Leave a Comment · In Student of the week, Uncategorized

Steven is one of our Corporate Clients from the Mantra Group, Broadbeach.

Name: Steven Becker

Age: 43

Why I come to Essence of Living: 

We have been doing Yoga as an executive team for the past 12mth.  We do it as a combination of exercise, stretching and relaxation

How long have you been practising: 

On [...]

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Moroccan Chickpea & CousCous Salad

On February 6, 2012 · Leave a Comment · In Recipes

I made this for the first time a week ago & it was the yummiest thing ever!  You must try this amazingly healthy vegan de-lite )

Moroccan Chickpea & CousCous Salad

1 cup quick cooking couscous 1/4 cup raisins 1/4 cups veggie stock 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 [...]

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Teacher of the Month: Erin Bourne

On February 3, 2012 · Leave a Comment · In Uncategorized

Name: Erin Bourne Hometown: Gold Coast, Australia Favourite book/s: ’The Alchemist’ by Paulo Coelho always a favourite and my inner science nerd loves ’Napolean’s Buttons: How 17 Molecules Changed History’ (a fascinating read, really!). Also the extraordinary ‘Kabul Beauty School: an American Woman Goes Behind the Veil’, a true story that is beyond inspiring. Favourite Movies: Humphrey Bogart movies. If [...]

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Essence Academy Scholarship Program

On January 31, 2012 · Leave a Comment · In Uncategorized

Here at the Essence of Living Studio we have formulated a Scholarship Program that ties into our Training Academy.  This means that bi-annually we take on one special candidate recommended to us by our good friends & affiliates Scisco Career Pathways to undertake our Level 3 & 4 Certificate in Fitness specialising in Yoga & [...]

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TLT Dance Classes beginning in our Studio

On January 27, 2012 · Leave a Comment · In Essence of Living, Uncategorized

T.L.T DANCE & MUSIC  Presents  Adult Dance/Fitness ClassesIntroducing Our newest Essence of Living Angel:Tenaya Teale, Creator and Director at T.L.T Dance & Music.Tenaya is joining our team every Friday night at 6:00pmto teach an adult dance class, comprising contemporary jazz with an emphasis on fitness, we’re always looking for new way to make our [...]

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About Kristianne Solano Makeup

On January 25, 2012 · Leave a Comment · In Healthly tips and tricks

If you’ve ever wondered where our Essence of Living Angels get all their beauty tips & tricks here’s our secret; introducing the brilliant Kristianne Solano.

Kristianne is our only source of beauty needs when it comes to filming our DVD’s , Web Series, Photo shoots and beyond because we already know she has a [...]

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Now Breathe… Get your Free Sportsgirl Yoga Mat

On January 24, 2012 · Leave a Comment · In Competitions, Uncategorized

There’s never been a better time to get fit and feel good from the inside out, which is why we’re giving away the cutest Sportsgirl Yoga pick-me-up!

If, like us, one of your New Years resolutions is to get fit then this might just be your answer! Yoga is the perfect way to get [...]

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