As life often does, things moved forward. I built a career and raised a family, and for many years, formal practice faded into the background. It wasn't until my mid-forties that the call of the mat became too loud to ignore.

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I found my way to Zero Point Yoga, falling in love with the fiery flow of Vinyasa and the quiet surrender of Yin. But it was the philosophy—the "why" behind the movement—that truly captivated me. This curiosity led me to a transformative program called 40 Days and 40 Nights. That experience was the ultimate catalyst; it lit a spark for Sadhana (dedicated practice) and set me firmly on the path to becoming a yoga therapist.

My yoga practice has been a continuous journey of balancing opposites and integrating ancient wisdom with practical healing:

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• Effort & Ease: After completing my initial Tantric Vinyasa training at Zero Point Yoga with Rebecca Duffield, I studied Yin Yoga—an experience that flipped my perspective entirely, teaching me to stop forcing and start restoring.

• The Healing Toolkit: I completed Yoga Therapy training with the Santosha Yoga Institute and spent time in Byron Bay studying with Peter Clifford. This is where I fell in love with the Five Element Form—a deeply therapeutic, flowing practice accessible to every body.

• Somatic Release: To better understand how we hold stress, I trained in Myofascial Release with Gabriel Harris—learning to unwind the physical and emotional stories our bodies store.

• The Himalayan Connection: Discovering Himalayan integrated practices at a workshop inspired me to undertake extensive training in India, opening the door to a much deeper, traditional layer of the practice.

A monumental turn came when I fully immersed myself in these Himalayan integrated practices through a pilgrimage to Rishikesh, India—fulfilling a long-held dream to study where the tradition was born. Experiencing the traditional lineage of Kriya, pranayama, and ancient wisdom felt less like learning something new and more like coming home. It brought into sharp focus how often Western approaches divorce yoga from its spiritual roots, when true transformation actually lives in that profound inner connection.

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Completing my advanced certification in person was a life-changing immersion in depth, love, and timeless philosophy. Stepping into the physical heart of these teachings grounded my practice in a way that reading or online study never could. I now bring this authentic lineage and heartfelt reverence to every class and therapy session in Australia, honouring these sacred roots while guiding others on their own transformative path.

A deep connection to nature and wild places has been a constant thread throughout my life and spiritual path. My reverence for the natural world was seeded early by my father through time spent in New Zealand—fishing pristine alpine rivers, sailing around remote islands, and watching massive pods of dolphins on the open ocean.

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That connection evolved into a lifelong intimacy with water when I began surfing in my late teens. Whether surfing at sunrise, slipping out for a midday session, or catching waves after work, being in the ocean offers a sense of play, grounding, and community.

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For me, activities like surfing, mountain biking, and hiking aren't just outdoor pursuits—they are essential spiritual practices. Immersion in nature centres me, bringing me into direct alignment with myself, the broader field of being, and the divine.

In a world filled with endless distractions and fast-paced demands, my focus as a guide is simple: I help you return to your centre.

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I do not offer short-term quick fixes or trend-based routines. Instead, I share traditional, tried-and-tested human practices that have sustained well-being across generations. Through intentional movement, conscious breathwork (pranayama), and meditation, I help you create an internal anchor.

While I love the vibrant energy of community classes, I believe the most potent transformation happens when practices are tailored directly to the individual.

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We work together to build a personal daily practice (Sadhana) suited to your body, energy, and lifestyle. By weaving together traditional movement, somatic release, and elemental breathwork, I empower you with self-care tools that restore balance, build resilience, and help you stay centred through life's natural ups and downs.

I am, and always will be, a dedicated student. I am currently completing full accreditation with the Yoga Therapy Institute of Australia and look forward to returning to India to continue deepening the devotional practices that nourish my heart.

My passion is sharing these ancient, human-centred technologies so you can step off the mat feeling grounded, capable, and deeply connected to your true self.

I look forward to walking this path with you.

Namaste.