Yoga Synergy: Intelligent Yoga based in Sydney, Australia, with main schools in Bondi and Newtown

Yoga Synergy Style

Yoga Synergy, established in 1984, is one of Sydney's largest and most respected yoga schools.The unique Yoga Synergy classes for beginners to advanced students are based on a deep understanding of yoga anatomy, yoga physiology and traditional hatha yoga. The Yoga Synergy style has been developed over 30 years by physiotherapists (physical therapists), Simon Borg-Olivier and Bianca Machliss. Yoga Synergy is like a flowing self-massage, that is very effective in developing strength, flexibility, cardiovascular fitness, internal health, energy, grace, meditative bliss and the ability to deal with stress.

The Yoga Synergy system incorporates all the asanas (postures or poses), vinyasas (exercises) and pranayama (breathing control) used in the main yoga styles as well as special exrecises developed from those we use in daily life. Yoga Synergy runs special workshops and courses for regular students and for Yoga Teacher Training in Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Canberra, Byron Bay and Adelaide as well as internationally in places such as Ubud (Bali), Japan, Thailand, New Zealand, Malaysia and occasionally in Europe and America. Yoga Synergy regularly contributes to the Australian Yoga Life Magazine and the Australian Yoga Journal.

Yoga Synergy is now on FACEBOOK, login and join our Yoga Synergy FACEBOOK Group. You can also follow Yoga Synergy on TWITTER.And we have an updated and revamped Yoga Synergy BLOG Site for our articles, videos and discussions. 

NEW: You can now access incredible information on how you can practically enhance your yoga practice and improve your yoga teaching by joining our NEW 

YOGA SYNERGY ONLINE COURSE: Applied Anatomy and Physiology of Yoga available at http://anatomy.yogasynergy.com : AVAILABLE NOW  

  • Revitalise with yoga!

  • Book into a course this Air Sequence - new courses begin August 16th, 2010.

  • Course bookings are now open for Air sequence 2010. Course levels range from Beginners to Advanced - see Class Levels &Courses for more information.. Call the office 02 9389 7399 to book over the phone or become a member and book online. We look forward to meeting you on the mat!

Special Offer

The first 100 people to book in to an AIR SEQUENCE COURSE will receive a 2 for 1 ticket to see the new movie The Waiting City.

You can pick your movie pass up when you book in class, or, if you book online or via the office (93897399), when you come into your next class. Be quick - 20 tickets gone to people who have already booked in to Air sequence courses.

For more information on the movie: http://www.hopscotchfilms.com.au/films/coming-soon/thewaitingcitymovie/

 

SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER !

2 weeks unlimited classes for just $25*

For all NEW students to Yoga Synergy or, for members with lapsed membership over 6 months.
Ignite your yoga practice! Tell your friends to come too, its easier with a yoga buddy!

* Offer only available once per person to students who have not previously participated in the 2 week special. Offer valid for Open classes only. For full terms and conditions please talk to teachers in class or call the office 93897399. You must come to class or call the office to redeem this offer, not available via online booking system.

     


  • Nutrition, Diet and the Art and Science of Learning how to Eat Less to Live Longer
    with Simon Borg-Olivier

    This 3 hour lecture literally turns upside down many common myths and misconceptions about nutrition and diet and exercise. The yogic art of being content to eat less than normal, while enhancing health and longevity will be explained. Download Flyer (pdf)

    When: Saturday 7th August 2010, 1- 4 pm 
    Where: Yoga in Daily Life 117 Anzac Pde Kensington Above shop ‘Auto One’, near Todman Ave. Please arrive 15 minutes before class start time.
    Cost: $50 Yoga Synergy members / $55 Non members. Please book online via  the members section or call 02 9389 7399.

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    The Spiritual Nature of Yoga with Swami Govindananda

    Swami GovindanandaFriday 13th August, 7 - 8:30pm at Yoga Synergy Bondi (Room 2). 

    Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking discourse on the 'Spiritual Nature of Yoga'. Physical yoga naturally leads you to a self inquiry and the desire to meditate. Swami Ji’s talk brings light to that instinct by helping you to understand the ‘self’ and its importance in your daily life. Swami Ji will also lead us in kirtan – uplifting chanting and music to open your heart and connect directly with the Divine in all of us.

  • Entry by donation. Bring friends and family, everyone is welcome.

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  • World Expeditions and Yoga Synergy present

    Heyson Trail & Flinders Ranges Trek

    Relax, stretch out, expand your body and mind on this exceptional trek into the arid ranges of Australia, which offer some of the finest walking country anywhere in the world. Combine trekking with yoga in an unforgettable setting of spectacular peaks, rugged gorges and the rich desert colours.

    HIGHLIGHTS:

    • St Mary's Peak
    • Arid Trekking
    • Clare Valley winery tour
    • Yoga practice in the outback - Yoga Synergy's Simon Borg-Olivier leads yoga sessions

    DURATION: 7 days, 6 nights camping

    2010 DATE: 29 August – 4 September

    Download Brochure

    Yoga Synergy Classes

    Current Sequence: Fire (June 14th - August 15, 2010)

    Next Sequence: Air (August 16 - October 17, 2010). To join a course please book online, in class, or call the office 9389 7399.

    Yoga Synergy classes are held at Bondi and Newtown. Yoga Synergy offers Open Casual classes (all levels are welcome to attend) and a range of courses designed to cater specifically to Beginner to Advanced yoga practitioners.

    Five different Yoga Synergy sequences (Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Ether) are taught progressively over the year. Design of these sequences takes into consideration the time of the year and the ability of the practitioner. Every 9 weeks a new sequence of yoga postures and exercises is introduced in Open Casual classes and pre-booked courses.

    Bianca MachlissSimon Borg-Olivier


    Anatomy & Physiology Courses 2010

    Yoga Synergy Anatomy and PhysiologyThis is the 16th year Yoga Synergy is running courses on Practical Applied Anatomy and Physiology of Hatha Yoga. Yoga Synergy runs two simultaneous inter-related courses that can be studied concurrently or separately. The information derived from these two courses can be used to safely increase strength and flexibility whilst minimising the risks of injury through incorrect practice, and can also be used to help promote the healing of injuries with guidance on yoga therapy.

    Course 1: Basic Anatomy & Physiology Download Brochure/Booking Form (pdf)
    Presented by Paul Doney

    This course teaches the terms and concepts of anatomy and physiology which are important to understand in order to be able to make practical applications of anatomy and physiology to Hatha Yoga. The course involves the study of musculoskeletal anatomy, physiology of the body’s main systems, biomechanics, human movement and exercise physiology.

    Venue: 
Yoga Synergy Bondi 
115 Bronte Rd, Bondi Junction
    Course Dates:     April 18th, May 30th, June 27th, August 1st

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    Course 2: Practical Applied Anatomy & Physiology of Hatha Yoga Download Brochure/Booking Form (pdf)
    Presented by Simon Borg-Olivier      

    The course provides yoga teachers and students with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand the basic workings of the body while practicing asanas (static postures), vinyasas (dynamic exercises), and pranayamas (breathing exercises) of Hatha yoga. This is a very practical course that taught in a similar fashion to a yoga workshop. It deals with the physical applications of the information taught in the companion Course 1: Basic Anatomy & Physiology. Students should be prepared to do some optional yoga exercises during these sessions in order to better understand the information presented. 


    Venue: 
Yoga in Daily Life Studio
1st Floor, 117-119 Anzac Pde, Kensington 
(above ‘Auto One’ shop, near Todman Ave)
    Course Dates 2010:     
May 8th & 9th, June 5th & 6th, 
July 3rd & 4th, August 7th & 8th

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    Upcoming Workshops, Courses and Retreats

    Yoga Anatomy

    YogaSynergy's Simon Borg-Olivier presents a number of national and International events throughout 2010 focusing on the applied anatomy and physiology of yoga and exercise.


    Yoga During Pregnancy DVD

    Yoga Synergy has released Yoga During Pregnancy, a DVD featuring an instructed prenatal Yoga Synergy sequence and lecture given by Yoga Synergy's Bianca Machliss at 28 weeks. The DVD also contains slideshows of beginner to advanced postures, information on safe practice and the benefits of yoga during pregnancy.

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    Yoga Synergy Applied Anatomy & Physiology Textbook

    Yoga Anatomy and Physiology TextbookYoga Synergy has developed courses in Yoga Anatomy & Physiology that are taught internationally. To complement these courses Yoga Synergy has also developed a comprehensive textbook Applied Anatomy and Physiology of Yoga by Simon Borg-Olivier and Bianca Machliss. The book is the main yoga anatomy and physiology text used in many yoga teacher training courses around the world as well as several courses developed by the authors for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at RMIT University (Melbourne).

    Buy Online



    Eric Borg-Olivier age 2 and Amaliah Borg-Olvier age 5

    Special YogaSynergy Style Kids Yoga:

    MUNCHKIN YOGA

    Bondi: Tue 3.45pm - 4.30pm

    Newtown: Thu 3.45pm - 4.30pm

    These fun open classes are structured  in the YogaSynergy Style for kids between the ages of 4-12yrs, Classes are 45mins, $15 per class or buy 5 classes in advance and get one free. Read More


     


     

     

    Our YogaSynergy practice on Bronte Beach Hill last week

     

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