For the last 23 years Shawn has been a dedicated student of Yoga. After a career in snowboarding as a competitor and a coach, Yoga swiftly moved from a way to heal old injuries to a place of powerful self-reflection and personal transformation. His love for the practice naturally led him to work as an educator and teacher trainer for some of the largest Yoga communities in the United States and Australia.
Eric Schwarz is an American yoga teacher and life coach currently residing in Western Australia. His breath-focused style of teaching always includes extended centering and/or meditation. Whether through coaching or yoga, he supports a way of living that is natural, creative, and empowering, embracing the full potential of body and spirit. Eric is an E-RYT 500, has lead several yoga teacher trainings.
One of our own home grown YOGALAB teachers, Kirsty’s vibe and energy is what all of her students come for. Not only does she teach an amazing class that will get you working and moving but as a singer she offers frequent vocal sound baths in savasana. Her passion for life is pretty obvious the moment she greets you at the front desk, Kirsty makes everyone feel right at home and will leave you feeling energized and blissed out of your mind!
What was it about the practice that inspired you to teach?I love the practice! – It literally makes you use everything… I’m still discovering new sensations in muscles I never even knew I had. Also I used to get RSI quite frequently playing the drums and it has literally vanished… and never returned. I know I’m going to be fit and capable into old age because of my yoga practice.I like the thought of being involved in a process that helps people. It helps their bodies grow and become strong and durable.. and it helps people mentally too. It’s such a thorough therapy for the body
I first dipped my toe into the sea of yoga during my high-school years, but my practice truly started eight years ago. Like many students on the precipice of adulthood, I had just started a new chapter of my life at university; I was stressed, anxious, unmotivated and lacking confidence. Yoga became an escape to channel my effervescent, overflowing energy and focus my racing mind.
Donna was introduced to Yoga more than 20 years ago. Upon meeting Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Rebecca Gilby in 2004, Donna’s practice deepened and for the next 3 years she studied under her tutelage. In 2007, Donna then began studying with Moksha at Yoga Om, eventually doing her yoga Teacher Training in 2010 with his school and then co founded The Yoga Vine studio in the Perth CBD.
Donnas class is dynamic, flowing, nurturing, challenging and will leave you feeling just plain awesome. We are so stoked to have her on our team as she brings not only decades of experience but she also brings the vibes and love into her teaching. Do yourself a favor and get into her class!!!
I have been Practicing yoga since 2000 and decided I only wanted to do yoga so I left london for South Africa where I completed my first teacher training in 2009. Since then I have co-created and co-led both 200 hour and 300 hour advanced teacher trainings in South Africa and Germany. I moved back to Perth in 2017.
Jeremy is another one of our home grown YOGALAB YTT teachers. He has a true passion for this practice and for his personal journey in life. Well versed in many different movement disciplines, breathwork, NLP and Yoga Nidra – Jeremy’s classes are infused with his knowledge and understanding of movement – he has a lot to share and offer his students.
How did you end up on a yoga mat?
When I was 19, I suddenly lost half of my hearing and began suffering from tinnitus, which caused a constant ringing in my ear. I needed to adjust to a world that sounded completely different than what I was used to. Yoga helped me find that place of peace within my mind. It helped me find my center, taught me acceptance, and lead me to growth within myself. I was able to make peace with my situation and explore new opportunities to connect my mind with my body. This journey is where my real love and devotion to yoga began to blossom.
How did you end up on a yoga mat?
I used to dance when I was younger, so the transition was a fluid one. My Dad was a hard
core yogi to help improve his cycling, so I was super keen to give it a try!
At first I was there for a new way to workout, similar to my dancing background, but I had
no idea how much I would fall so deeply connected with this practice and its teachings.
What can students expect in your class?
I like my classes to be fun and keep the attention on the flow and connecting to the body. I
have an overall intention throughout my classes for students to be in control of their own
personal practice, and give them the freedom to experiment with their flow. I like to offer
modifications, but also provide options to advance, with a strong focus on recognising
where your body and mind are at for that day, and practice accordingly. I want to create a
space which is fun a free flowing, where students of all levels can feel empowered.
I started yoga back in Finland. My very first practice was Bikram/ 26&2. It was -25 degrees outside and I was loving the hot room. I was hooked because it was challenging me physically and mentally A LOT. I remember I wanted the practice to be over before it even started. It was hard!..but I found my discipline for the practice. And I realised that was exactly where I needed to be in time. I was very strict about my practice, 90 minute practice 5 times a week. It was amazing to see how much resilience I created myself. Anyway I drifted away from my practice because I was too busy travelling.. I found yoga again when I moved to Byron Bay and I completed my teacher training in 2018. I’m so grateful for the journey I have chosen so far.
