Melanie McDaniel; Yoga Teacher and Owner of "OM" Time Yoga Studio Dunsborough, West Australia; completed her Yoga Teacher Training in Goa, India at Himalaya Yoga Valley in 2011. After 27 years of practicing Yoga, this brought an adult-lifelong dream, to fruition. Previous years of working and training in the Fitness Industry since the age of 17, has given Mel a deep foundation of knowledge in physiology and anatomy, a real compliment to teaching Yoga. This along with enduring 3 whiplashes and a skiing injury in her mid 20’s which required knee surgery and a shoulder impingement and spondylitis in her spine in later years all broadened her awareness to another level of self-discovery and to being able to help all of those that come to her Yoga classes. Being diagnosed with PND 18 years ago after her second child was born and suffering ongoing bouts of depression over the years, has also helped Mel understand and empathize with others and see and feel firsthand how Yoga has a direct correlation to self-healing and returning to wholeness. Mel has the greatest appreciation for Teaching Yoga and practicing Yoga knowing that it brings us from “just surviving life, to thriving in life”.

THE STUDIO “Come as you are, leave in Peace “ is the offering here. Meaning if you have a busy mind or stiff, tight body, come to “OM” Time Studio and do a Yoga class, you’ll feel a whole lot more peaceful & relaxed when you leave. Each day that we practice yoga, we feel different; depending on where our energy and mind is at; so we need to learn to listen to that and bring both into balance.

Balancing our minds and bodies is a very challenging act to follow. At “OM” Time you have the opportunity to do both. Our classes are a generous 80-90 minutes long and give you the time to calm your mind and energise your body, in turn you’ll have more clarity of mind and your body will benefit on so many levels; strength flexibility, agility and balance to name a few.

Yoga is far more than just a physical practice. It’s as much about nourishing our mental and emotional health and spiritual side too, which is very important especially in this day and age. So as we practice the Yoga postures, breathing and meditation techniques, we awaken our awareness and have the opportunity to know ourselves at a deeper level. The benefits of Yoga will show up immediately as we notice our ‘wholeselves’ and what we are needing to balance, from the inside-out.

“I teach yoga in a way that you will gain results by listening and respecting where your energy is at and what you need from your practice whether it be something with strength and activity or something more passive and rejuvenating; a lot of this is done through breath awareness; which can help to lower anxiety and stress in our lives. In this way our practice becomes our lifestyle" says Mel.

Everyone is welcome here. You may have practiced Yoga for a long time, or this might be your very first class. All of the Yoga teachers here design thier classes so that BEGINNERS are well looked after and coached through poses with attention to alignment, to keep you safe while you learn the fundamentals. Ongoing students will be challenged with different and deeper variations to poses. Regardless of your health status, age or general fitness, you will be able to join in these classes and feel taken care of and nurtured. The classes are small, up to 12 people in a class, so as teachers we can connect to each of you. For this reason it is necessary to book your space, call or text 0438953323.

Testimonials

Last Friday I attended Mel's yin yoga class. All I can say is it was absolute bliss! The way sound, meditation, essential oils and props were all weaved together  creating a healing space for my mind and body. Thankyou. Today I attended Mel's Vinyasa class, I enjoyed every moment and learnt so much. After the class I felt uplifted and energised. Now I have found my balance and plan to attend both classes once a week.Thankyou Mel

Emily Percival, Dunsborough

“A posture is advanced if it improves your health ”

HATHA VINYASA: Hatha Yoga is like the Umbrella of all Yoga. In Sanskrit, Yoga means Union and “Ha” means Sun and “Tha” means moon. “Hatha”, the combination of the two words, represents the integration of opposites: sun and moon, masculine and feminine, extroversion and introversion, yang and yin through the movement of the body. Translated from Sanskrit, the ancient language of India, Vinyasa means Sequence. Vinyasa Yoga enhances physical, mental and emotional wellbeing through yogic techniques combining pranayama (breath extension and retention), bandha (physical and energetic locks), mudra (symbolic gestures) and asana (posture). Vinyasa yoga connects movement and breath in a flowing way to attain balance in the mind and body. Inhalation is usually connected to upward, open movements, while exhalation tied to downward movements or twists. On a physical level establishing a regular Vinyasa Yoga practice will create Strength, Flexibility and Harmony, just to name a few of the benefits, throughout your whole being. In order to achieve correct alignment and benefit fully from each posture, students may receive adjustments (if needed), creating muscle memory and helping to prevent injury. Modifications and the use of props will also be offered, and encouraged, to accommodate all levels.This practice will leave you feeling Relaxed and Energized in your mind and body.

YIN YOGA invites you to slow down and meet with stillness. It is a mindful, conscious practice of surrender. Relaxing our muscles allows us to work into deeper layers of the body; the fascia, ligaments & tendons. This nourishes the flow of fluid, assisting our Chi to move through the meridians; which optimises our organ and tissue health. By practicing patience, transcending our breath and marinating in the posture, time and gravity unravel the tangled web of energetic blockages, manifested in the form of physical tension, this delivers freedom of movement. Yin supports mental and emotional balance, guiding us home to re-connect with our “Whole Being” in its entirety, on all levels

YANG REJUVENATE is derived from the Ashtanga sequence, similar to a Guided Ashtanga class, with modifications offered along the way and with the option to use props too. It is a Vinyasa style of class where our breathing connects us to movement.

YANG to YIN starts with flowing movements as described in the Vinyasa classes and finishes the class with long holds in seated postures.

SVASANA we like a long Svasana at the end of all our classes from the Sanskrit shava, meaning “corpse,” and asana, meaning “pose” or “posture.” The common English name for savasana is corpse pose. Its where the fruition of your practice comes together, for some it’s the pose they look forward to the most and for others it can be a challenge to just lye on your back arms away from your body and legs relaxed apart. Although savasana is typically practiced at the end of a yoga sequence, it can be used to calm the body at the beginning of practice.

Some benefits of savasana include: +  Increased energy and productivity  +  Decrease in anxiety and panic attacks  +  Improved memory, focus and concentration  +  Increased confidence

Some of the physical and emotional benefits that can be experienced when we do Yoga:

+  Improved blood circulation +  Reduced stress  + Relieves anxiety   +Treats a range of physical ailments  + Speeds up sluggish digestion    + Strengthens our muscles   +  Reduces back pain   + Improves posture  

Each of our yoga classes offer a mixture of beginner, intermediate and possibly advanced yoga poses, making them suitable for people of all ages to benefit from. Regardless of your past experience, or your current fitness, our Yoga teachers can help you to improve your health & wellbeing. Just give us a call on the number below to find out more.

doTERRA oils; we diffuse the oils during the class and offer them at the beginning of the class to help calm our bodies and minds.

Private 'One on one' Yoga or Private Group sessions are also available.

To book a space or ask any questions please call or text 0438953323

Relax, Rejuvinate and Escape next Winter 21st-26th July 2020

6 Days 5 Nights' accomodation at Pondok Pitaya Hotel and Surfing

             Welcome Dinner and Drinks, Buffet Breakfast Daily

             Hatha Vinyasa Yoga every morning in the Ocean view Shala

             Yin Yoga, Meditation, Pranayama every morning

             Sound Healing and Massage

              All-Inclusive in the following prices :

              Single Occupancy : $995

              Double Occupancy : $735

OR for 2 people; *Surfers rate is +*$100 if partner or friend just coming to share the room, not do Yoga *Welcome dinner, Buffer Breakfast and Massage included.

Pay $100 deposit by December 31st 2019 to receive $50 per person discount.

UBUD RETREAT

Escape next Winter with our Ubud Yoga Retreat 10th-15th August 2020

  6 days and 5 nights' accomodation at Kampoeng Joglo Abangan

                  Hatha Vinyasa Yoga every morning in the Shala

                  Yin Yoga, Meditation, Pranayama, every morning 

                  Group cooking class at Casaluna Cooking School

                  Welcome Dinner, Massage, Sound Healing, Water Temple Blessing

                  All-inclusive in the following prices :

                 Standard A/C Room : $750 Double or $875 Single Occupancy

                 With Kitchenette : $730 Double or $840 Single

                 Superior A/C Room : $765 Double or $890 Single

                 *Deluxe A/C Room : $775 Double or $925 Single

                 *Deluxe w/Pool : $855 Double or $1050 Single

   *Triple Occupancy also available, these rooms are enormous 40 m2+ so lots of space if you want to add a bed.

   Pay $100 deposit by December 31st 2019 to receive $50 per person discount.