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Conscious Rest: An Evening of Deep Healing with Yoga Nidra with Chantal Roelofs
Join us at The Yoga Co-operative for a two-hour immersion into stillness. In our busy lives, our nervous systems are often "switched on"—braced and ready for the next task. This workshop offers you the space to fully down-regulate and find deep rest.
We’ll begin by easing into our bodies with a short meditation and gentle Slow Flow/Yin Yoga, creating a continuous arc of relaxation that settles into a 45-minute Yoga Nidra practice. Often described as the secret behind the yogis' extraordinary calm, Yoga Nidra is a powerful, guided experience that allows the body to enter a restorative, hypnagogic state—where the mind loosens its grip and the nervous system can truly unwind.
What to expect:
A 2-hour guided experience designed to soothe your nervous system.
Access to two Yoga Nidra recordings to continue your practice at home.
A finishing touch of Chai and light nourishment to ground you.
Come exactly as you are, and leave with a renewed sense of clarity and harmony.
Who it’s for:
Beginners wanting a gentle, structured entry into yoga.
Experienced practitioners seeking adaptive approaches and depth.
People recovering from injury or managing chronic conditions.
Anyone looking to reduce stress, improve posture, and cultivate calm.
$65 early bird / $75 on the day.
Yin Yoga Training
100HR Yin Yoga, Meridians & Advanced Guided Relaxation Training
Accredited By Yoga Alliance
Discover Yin Teacher Training at The Yoga Co-operative — an accessible, deeply practical pathway to teaching restorative, slow-paced yoga that supports physical mobility, nervous system regulation and emotional resilience.
Why choose this training
Evidence-informed approach: Curriculum blends traditional yin principles with contemporary anatomy, fascial science and nervous system regulation to create safe, effective classes for diverse student needs.
Inclusive teaching skills: Learn how to sequence accessible classes, offer clear verbal cues and hands-on assists, adapt for injuries, and hold trauma-aware, trauma-informed space.
Practical deliverables: Teaching practicums, guided class plans, and feedback loops build confidence fast. Graduates leave ready to lead community classes, workshops and bespoke small-group sessions.
Experienced mentors: Senior teachers provide personalised mentorship, case reviews and live teaching practice to refine your style and professional offerings.
Holistic scope: Modules cover meditation, breathwork, Yin philosophy, ethical teaching, business basics and setting boundaries to support sustainable careers.
Who this is for
Teachers from any background seeking to add a complementary, restorative discipline to their offerings.
Studio owners and wellness professionals wanting to expand programs that prioritise slow practice and nervous system health.
Practitioners who want deeper personal practice, embodiment skills and tools for self-regulation.
Course highlights
Comprehensive manual and teaching resources.
100+ contact hours (customisable to meet RYT/continuing education requirements).
Small cohorts for focused feedback and peer learning.
Assessment through practical teaching, class planning and reflective work.
Ongoing community access and alumni support after graduation.
Outcomes you’ll leave with
Confident ability to design and deliver safe, nourishing Yin classes for mixed-ability groups.
Skilled use of modifications, props and language to invite relaxation and accessibility.
Practical business tools to promote and sustain your Yin offerings.
A supportive network of teachers and a certificate that enhances your professional profile.
Enrolment and next steps
Spaces are limited to preserve the quality of teaching and practical feedback. Contact The Yoga Co-operative to request the full syllabus, training dates and payment options.
Join a training that equips you to teach with clarity, compassion and integrity.
date: Sept 4 - Nov 29 2026
time: Friday's From 9-2
location: Paddington, QLD
course investment is $2000 upfront or $2200 pay plan
Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo Lakes and Cho La Pass
The Mountains Are Calling...
The Mountains Are Calling...
Nepal offers a globally renowned, unmatched trekking experience for several compelling reasons. This trip, specifically, showcases the epic grandeur and sheer majesty of the mountains with unparalleled views of the towering Everest peaks. Beyond the mountains, trekkers encounter spectacular, diverse landscapes, from lush forests and rolling hills to terraced farmlands, all while enjoying the genuine warmth of the people.
Our experienced guides are essential. Their decades of expertise are vital for maintaining safety at high altitudes, ensuring proper nourishment, and maximizing your enjoyment.
HIGHLIGHTS
Ultimate Challenge: cross the stunning Cho La Pass, offering stunning panoramic views of 8,000m+ peaks like Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Tibet's Cho Oyu, making this the most comprehensive trek in the Everest region.
Panoramic Views: witness breathtaking vistas from the vantage points of Gokyo Ri (5,360m) and Kala Patthar (5,545m).
Natural Wonders: marvel at the turquoise Gokyo Lakes and the vast Ngozumpa Glacier.
Cultural Immersion: explore Sherpa culture in its "capital," Namche Bazaar, and visit the villages of Khumjung and Khunde.
Spiritual Serenity: soak in the atmosphere at the historic Thyangboche and Pangboche Monasteries, considered the oldest in the Khumbu Valley.
Memorable Journey: experience a spectacular Himalayan mountain flight between Lukla and Kathmandu.
Sensible Itinerary to maximise acclimatisation and enjoyment
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Expert guides with superior training and years of experience
Walk with a day pack only, your luggage will be carried
4 nights accommodation in 4-star accommodation in Kathmandu,
All breakfasts and most dinners in Kathmandu
All meals on the trek
Welcome and farewell dinners at excellent Kathmandu restaurants
All trekking permits, entrance fees to heritage sites, all hotel transfers & and taxes
Private transfers from and to the airport
12 week trekking fitness program (all trekking is on marked trails, no climbing experience required)
Autumnal Yin Masterclass with Heather
Join Heather for an unhurried 2-hour Autumnal Yin Masterclass designed to support your body and mind as we transition from the active energy (yang) of summer to the restorative rest (yin) of winter.
This masterclass will build your Autumn toolkit of practical, embodied practices you can use throughout the season to nurture your nervous system and support the natural process of letting go.
What you will experience:
Yin postures specifically chosen to nourish the Lungs and Large Intestine.
Simple acupressure points.
Accessible breath practices to help soften sympathetic overdrive and support parasympathetic regulation.
Why Yin in Autumn?
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Autumn is associated with the Metal element, which governs moving inwards, setting boundaries, and establishing structure. For optimum health, we focus on strengthening the Lungs and Large Intestine. These organs are vital for immunity, taking in what we need, and releasing both physical metabolic by-products and emotional baggage.
In-Studio Event - Sunday, 5 April, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Easter Sunday)
Tickets: $75
A 10% discount is available for all members.
Yin & Pins Summer Masterclass
Join Kathryn and Lou from Vessel Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine for a unique Yin Yoga and Acupuncture Masterclass on Saturday, November 29th. This 90-minute session offers a chance to ground yourself before summer.
Expect Yin Yoga led by Heather, focusing on connective tissues and meridians, and acupuncture by Kathryn and Lou to stimulate energy flow. The class includes an introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine and Meridian Theory (Spleen & Stomach channels), a Yin Yoga practice targeting these meridians, and acupuncture during an extended Savasana.
Details:
When: Saturday, November 29th
Duration: 120 minutes
Time: 3-5pm
Price: $65 early bird before November 12, $75 thereafter.
A PATH TO JOY - 200hr Teacher Training
Led by Heather and Patty, this training offers hands-on mentorship and rich discussion in a small group of only 10 students, a unique blend of Eastern wisdom and Western science, in-person learning every Tuesday from 9am-2pm supported by journaling, reading, and online resources, Yoga Alliance Certification and lifelong skills for emotional and physical vitality
Yin Yoga and Sound Immersion w Caira & Kye
For many thousands of years, sages, masters and enlightened communities have understood the significance and importance of sound as a sacred instrument of immense power and potential, not only for healing but also for spiritual development.
They revered sound so deeply that they believed it called the universe into creation.
The emergence of sound as a holistic or complementary therapy highlights the importance of sound as a significant healing and transformational tool for the 21st century and beyond.
Whether you're new to Yin Yoga or an experienced practitioner, this session offers a sanctuary of deep rest in our busy world. As your body settles into profound relaxation, let the healing vibrations wash over you, creating the perfect conditions for your nervous system to reset and restore.
Everest Less Travelled
Experience this mythical landscape first hand on a fully escorted December 2024 Everest Region Trek followed by 3 nights at the stunning Namho Buddha Eco-Resort with daily yoga & meditation in a private studio.
On Purpose Workshop
Have you ever had a whisper or nudge telling you to do (or not to do) something? Have you wondered what that is and what to do with it?
Live Like A Yogi
Join Patty for a deep dive into the 8 Limbs Of Yoga. Together we'll debunk our old thought process about what yoga is so we can understand its philosophy and how to apply it to our lives. Patty will then take you on a 90 minute asana journey (physical yoga practice) allowing you to apply your new inner wisdom on the mat to the way you move, breath and focus.
Embrace Winter: A Seasonal Living Yoga Workshop
Join Suzie and Heather for "Embrace Winter: A Seasonal Living Yoga Workshop," where we will explore how to harmonise our bodies and minds with the rhythms of Winter. This workshop will guide you through yoga practices, meditations, and lifestyle adjustments tailored to the unique energies of the season.