Cassandra brings 20 years experience as an instructor and facilitator to the mat.

Initially receiving a Bachelors Degree in Creative Industries and multiple formal dance instructors qualifications, Cas taught dance in Australia, America and the UK. During this chapter she also worked in the Charity sector specialising in supporting neurodiverse children and teens in dance and movement therapy.

Very quickly her passion became linked and ignited further in seeing art and movement as an extraordinary tool for connecting, play and learning, valuing the neurological importance of bringing safety, autonomy and joy into children's lives, which as she grew would extend to adults and all ages.

Following this early chapter, Cassandra opened a dance school in Australia, which of course ran Yoga classes and a range of other artistic activities. Cassandra fostered a beautiful community environment for families, and shared creativity, body empowerment, and joy of movement with all.

Cassandra had her own family around covid era, and happily sold her blossoming school to a staff member and friend who still runs it to this day.

During the early years of motherhood Cassandra became more attuned to the mind body connection. She became involved in charity and activism once more, and in witnessing the devastating effects of trauma in humans, and indeed human bodies, started making shifts. With her prior knowledge,  she was able to use her skills and grow them into something new.

Now with two certifications in Yoga as Lifestyle Medicine, Yoga therapist, Art Therapist and ongoing study in Naturopathy and Wholistic Nutrition, Cassandra adores supporting others in the journey of wellbeing. Her most recent studies and qualifications include; bottom up therapy, gut brain health, nutritional psychiatry, EFT, science of psychology, womens cyclical yoga, sound therapy, Kundalini yoga, Ayurveda, TCM, psychosomatic work, breath work, and somatic therapy. Cassandra continues study with Biyome as an ongoing passion, attends weekly Sangha with her loved long term teacher, and trains in inversions, aerials and silks with her sons. In the role as a teacher, Cassandra values the practice of continual education and growth. Yoga classes are that corner stone of wellbeing and joy, and as a teacher and facilitator, Cassandra cherishes seeing this become accessible and enjoyable for all. 

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Gumdale Yoga overlooks bushland in an abundance of natural light and airflow. Cup of herbal tea and essential oils is waiting for you when you arrive. Classes are intentionally small, connecting with you in support of your journey. Movement is rejuvenating, liberating, flowing with warmth and gratitude. Somatic Therapy supports stress relief and nervous system support and homeostasis. Inversions classes utilise specialty props to assist the body safely. Silks and Acro classes are offered as a one on one or in small groups.​

 

Combo class - Zumba, Pilates, & Yoga . Divided equally, 20 minutes of each.
Three parts for wholistic, happy health. Shake things up with Zumba; the most fun cardio around. Followed with invigorating, challenging pilates. Lastly, ease entirely into yoga and meditation. Our Nundah class is held in an air-conditioned disco, making this class feel like a fun night out with friends. 

 

Somatics After experiencing and witnessing how liberating yoga, and yoga therapy, is for all bodies holding accumulative stress, Cassandra became passionate about how essential and transformative this experience can be for someone who has experienced catastrophic trauma. This is true too for all of us, simply from the typical accumulations of day to day life. Breath after stress - a deep, clear, long breath - is powerful and reachable. Somatic classes, and Somatic Therapy, in small groups, or one on one is available throughout the week. We also frequently interweave Somatic with Charity. Our most regular charity of choice is A21. You can read more about A21 and what they are doing here --

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Charity classes at the Nurso. Coffee on us!
Once you have finished your yoga class, the Nurso is a fabulous place to stay and play, spanning 4 hectares! Perhaps time to  wonder around the farm, enjoy the cafe, discover lots of art and plants, and of course messy play for the kids. It's a wonderful community space. 

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Acroyoga workshops for beginners and Family yoga sessions are sprinkled throughout the year. Let us know if you would like to be notified of dates.