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About Hobart Yoga & Meditation Centre
Satyananda Yoga came to Tasmania in the 1970s. Today Hobart Yoga & Meditation Centre is run by a group of dedicated teachers and practitioners who take joy in passing on the teachings of Satyananda Yoga to others. Located a five minute drive from Hobart's CBD, Hobart Yoga & Meditation Centre is used solely for the teaching and practice of yoga. The Centre has a calm and peaceful atmosphere and one feels a sense of harmony and well-being simply from being there.

Address: 2-4 St John’s Ave
New Town, TAS

Directions:  HYMC is easy to find. The Yoga Centre has its own building nestled amongst the greens of Buckingham Bowls Club. Park on St John's Avenue (next to Ogilvie High School) and follow the signs!

Phone: 03 6228 2844
Email: hobart@satyananda.net

 
 


Classes are held throughout the week, and the office hours are:
Monday 9am - 1pm
Wednesday 9am - 1pm
Thursday 9am - 1pm



HYMC also offers yoga classes in workplaces, factories and schools and outreach classes in Greater Hobart. We welcome enquiries about customized programs designed for the needs of particular groups.

In addition to yoga classes, HYMC regularly hosts special events including workshops, retreats and seminars with local and interstate experts on yoga. Kirtan (the singing of mantra to music) is held frequently at the Centre.

To learn more about Satyananda Yoga in Tasmania, or to discuss your
particular needs, contact us
at Hobart Yoga & Meditation Centre.
 

Term 4 runs from 6th Oct - 12th Dec 2008

Term fees (per 10 week course) are $150/$130 concession, unless otherwise stated. 
A discount of $10 per course applies when you enrol in more than one course.
 

Download the Brochure and Enrolment Form

About Classes at HYMC

Yoga Level 1
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Monday

7:30 - 9:00pm

Prabhodini

Tuesday

6:00 - 7:15pm

Terry

Wednesday

10:45 - 12:15am

Ahimsa


Yoga Level 2

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Monday

5:45 - 7:15pm

Satyapriya

Tuesday

7:30 - 9:00pm

Ahimsa

Friday

11:30am - 1:00pm

Shanti


Yoga Level 3

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Wednesday

9:00 - 10:30am

Ahimsa

Wednesday

7:30 - 9:00pm

Terry

Thursday

5:45 - 7:15pm

Catharine


Yoga Level 4

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Thursday

7:30 - 9:00pm

Catharine

Friday

9:45 - 11:15am

Ahimsa


Pre-natal

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Yoga for Pregnancy, Birthing and With Your Baby. Day classes are available. Please contact HYMC for more information.


 

Introduction to Yoga & Meditation Package
This special package includes a five-week Intro to Meditation from 8th October, followed by a five-week Intro to Yoga course from 12th November. If you wish, you can also enrol in either the Intro to Yoga OR the Intro to Meditation course.

Introduction to Meditation
This five week course starting Wed 8th October teaches simple meditation and relaxation techniques. Do as a stand-alone course OR back-to-back with the Introduction to Yoga five week course. Intro to Meditation costs $60/$50 concession (or $125/$105 for the ten week Intro to Yoga and Meditation package.)

Introduction to Yoga
This five week course from November 12th  provide a “taster” of beginner’s yoga techniques (Level 1 standard). Learn simple postures and breathing techniques. No experience necessary. Do as a stand-alone course, OR back-to-back with the five-week Introduction to Meditation course. $75/$65 concession, or $125/$105 for the 10-week Intro to Yoga and Meditation package.


To enrol in any class, download the enrolment form and send with deposit to:
Hobart Yoga & Meditation Centre
GPO Box 140
South Hobart 7004 TAS

Or contact us for more information.
We will gladly mail you an enrolment form.

 


Retreats and Special Events

 CHANTING

First Saturday of the month 6:30pm, 4th Oct, 1st Nov, 6th Dec

Chanting is a part of the culture of yoga. Join us for these relaxed, informal evenings. Chanting will vary – sometimes kirtan, sometimes the healing mantra (mahumrityunjaya), sometimes both. These gatherings are also a good time to connect with other yogis over a cuppa and cake. No charge.

Weekend Workshop
Managing Your Karmas, Chakras, Desires and the Mind Through Yoga
Date:
25 - 26 October 2008, 9am - 4pm (optional early morning class and breakfast start 7am sharp) 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Description:
This two-day, non-residential retreat will be conducted by Dr Swami Shankardevananda. Born in Australia, Swami Shankardev is a senior teacher of the Satyananda Yoga tradition. He is an authority on Yoga, Tantra and Ayurveda. Swami Shankardev presents the ancient teachings in a way that is applicable to modern Western life, with lots of humor. The weekend workshop will include practices as well as talks. Early morning yoga class and breakfast are optional, and delicious vegetarian lunch from Annapurna restaurant will be provided on Saturday.
Venue:
Hobart Yoga and Meditation Centre
Cost:
$255 before 17th Oct; $275 after that, all inclusive (optional early morning class and breakfast extra $25 per day)
 
Weekend Retreat
Yoga and Meditation Retreat
Date:
7 - 9 October 2008, 5.30pm Friday - 3pm Sunday
 
 
 
 
 
 
Description:
Learn meditation techniques and supporting practices that enable you to tap into your inner stillness, clarity and wisdom. Experience yogic living in a pure and nourishing environment. Maximum 12 participants. With HYMC teacher Ahimsa.
 
Venue:
Niche Yoga Retreat, located about one hour's drive from Hobart, is nestled amidst bush on the waterfront near Cygnet. Comfortable shared accomodation, sauna, wood fire, bush walks and delicious vegetarian meals lovingly grown and prepared at Niche. For a glimpse, visit www.nichetas.com.au
 
Cost:
$300 if paid in full before 1st Nov; $325 after that (all inclusive)

 

More information or to enrol: Hobart Yoga & Meditation Yoga Centre on 03 6231 9117 or hobart@satyananda.net  or download the enrolment form above.

 

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Delicious vegetarian meals are a popular feature of HYMC Retreats

 

 

       

- and so is -

'karma yoga' - wholehearted
and joyful participation in
duties for the welfare of all
 

 

 


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Saraswati Yoga Shop

Saraswati Yoga Shop stocks a wide range yoga products including:

  • an extensive range of books by Swami Satyananda, Swami Niranjanananda and other teachers of the Satyananda Yoga tradition (exclusive to Satyananda Yoga)

  • exclusive tapes, videos and CDs about yoga and spiritual life

  • Sanskrit music CDs and audio tapes

  • ceramic and other types of neti pots (for yogic salt-water nasal cleansing)

  • Timber meditation stools, hand-made by Terry

  • malas

  • clothes perfect for yoga practice

  • gifts and accessories

Saraswati Yoga Shop is open during office hours.


Library

HYMC volunteers run a small library containing works on yoga, spiritual life and related topics. This useful resource is available to regular students and friends of the Centre. Membership is $20 (refundable.) Contact the office for current opening hours.


Newsletter Archive

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Swimming the Ocean: using yoga to navigate the sometimes tricky ocean of life
The Guru and the Pearl: yoga teacher Swami Hari reflects on her relationship with Guru
Book review: "Surya Namaskara" by Swami Satyananda
Teaching yoga in a pHYMChiatric unit
 
Deepening Asana Practice: a closer look asana's effects, with a focus on some favourite postures.
Developing Contentment: the role of santosha (contentment) and tapasya (austerity) in modern life
CD Review: "Heart Talk for Children" by Bronwyn Pearson
Teaching yoga to high school students

 
Yoga All Day: how to incorporate yoga practice into daily life
Yoga and Western Medicine: the integration of these two disciplines
Book review: "Yoga Nidra" by Swami Satyananda
Teaching yoga in the workplace
 
Yoga of Giving: a look at the yogic approach to giving, as exemplified by Swami Satyananda
Headache: how headaches happen and how yoga can help
Book review: "Healing Emotions" by Daniel Goleman
 
Growing Old with Yoga: HYMC's most senior student reflects on her lifelong relationship with yoga
Yogic Physiology: mooladhara chakra
Book review: "Hare Krishna Book of Vegetarian Cookery" by Adiraja Dasa
 
January 2005: (Term 1) - not currently available
Sankalpa - Sowing the Seed of Change: developing resolution and willpower with yoga
New Year's Resolution: use the stimulus of a New Year to make positive changes
 
Invest in a Yogic Half-hour: how the benefits of yoga blossom when we make time for daily practice
Winter Yoga: practice suggestions for cold Hobart days
Book Review: "Yoga Darshan" by Swami Niranjan
 
Bhakti - the Yoga of Emotional Management: how bhakti yoga can harmonise our emotions and their expression
Focus on Balancing Asana
CD Review: "Yoga Nidra and Meditation" by Swami Niranjan

June 2006 (Term 3)
A Student’s Perspective: long time HYMC student and Christian minister reflects on his experience of yoga Book Review: Practical Yoga PHYMChology by Dr Rishi Vivekananda
Focus on Health: the humble nostril. The importance of nostril breathing and the practice of neti.

January 2007 (Term 1)
What is an ashram? The purpose and power of ashram life.
Focus on health: the link between brain chemistry and human behaviour

June 2007 (Term 3)
Meditation – stress management technique or something more?
Focus on health: depression


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