As the seasons turn, it’s the perfect opportunity to take up a new activity, or reignite your passion for a sport. Over the coming weeks, we will be serving you up detailed guides of the many activities Cairns has to offer. From studio classes to early mornings at the Esplanade, we hope there will be something for everyone in this exciting new series.
Cairns City
Core Life Yoga
Core Life Yoga is one of Cairns’ most loved studios. Located in the CBD, the team of experienced teachers offer an informed, fresh and modern approach to yoga and wellness. They also offer retreats, teacher training and corporate classes.
Costing
- $20 for an individual class
- Introductory offer – $55 for 2 weeks of unlimited yoga
- Memberships available
‘The Walk’ Shop 11
84 Lake Street – Access via Lake Street only
http://corelifeyoga.com.au/classes/timetable/
Soul Motion
If you’ve ever walked past Wharf One on a full moon, you may have noticed a buzz in the air that follows a feast and yoga under the moon. Jeany Schall is the boss behind Soul Motion, and incorporates her knowledge of nutrition and fitness into creating classes that make you feel strong and happy.
Costing:
- $15 per class
- Full Moon Yoga & dinner at Wharf One $45 – http://soulmotion.com.au/event/full-moon-yoga-raw-feast/
http://soulmotion.com.au/yoga-classes/
Ashtanga Yoga
At Ashtanga Yoga, you will flow through a practice that involves synchronising the breath through a series of postures (expect a healthy sweat and to detoxify those muscles). After regular practice, you will see results such as improved circulation, a stronger body and a calmer mind.
Costing:
- Introductory offer – $55 for 2 weeks of unlimited yoga
- $20 for a casual class
142 Grafton Street, Cairns City
http://www.ashtangayogacentre.com.au/classes/
Active Living – Cairns Regional Council
If you’re not opposed to early starts and love starting your day by the water, then the Cairns Regional Council’s Active Living program is just for you. Make your way down to the Esplanade on Wednesdays and Saturdays for a free yoga class and a cheeky post class breakfast.
- Wednesday 6:30am – 7:30am
- Saturday 7:30am – 8:30am
- Free
Cairns Esplanade
http://www.cairns.qld.gov.au/esplanade/whats-on/active-living
Edge Hill
The Yoga School
The Yoga School has an expert staff of teachers that are trained by Master Teachers of yoga. You can expect a mix of authentic yoga and state of the art air purifiers, leaving you feeling refreshed and relaxed after each class.
Costing:
- $18 per class, 10% off for Students & Pensioners
- Introductory offer – $40 for 2 weeks of unlimited classes
- Memberships available
Suite 14, 159-161 Pease Street
Piccones Village, Edge Hill
http://theyogaschool.liveeditaurora.com/pages/timetable
Wild At Heart Yoga
Wild At Heart Yoga offer “a range of different practices for healing, improving your wellness and boosting your confidence”. Each class is tailored to the individual students attending, and the teachers have a high focus on community and connection, both during classes and afterward. Workshops, retreats and events are also available throughout the year.
Costing:
- New student offer: $30 2 weeks unlimited, $49 1 month unlimited
- Casual pass $20
- Tribe membership (unlimited classes) $35 per week
- $15 casual pass for uni students/seniors
- Offer
Unit 7&8, 132 Collins Ave
Edge Hill
http://wildheartyoga.com.au/schedule/
PhyxMe Physio
Not only are they top-notch physiotherapists, but PhyxMe Physio also offer a range of classes in their Edge Hill studio. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned yogi, PhyxMe’s classes can cater for you.
Costing:
- Casual $17
- Meditation $12
- Studio Membership $35 per week
Piccones Shopping Village
Pease St, Edge Hill
http://phyxmephysiocairns.com.au/Timetable.html
Cairns Beaches
Cairns Beaches Yoga
Cairns Beaches Yoga is run by Jen Hamilton, who not only co-founded Core Life Yoga, but is the creator of Deep Core Flow. “Deep Core Flow is designed to access the deepest, innermost support structures of your body, offering an inherent lightness, power and support in movement alongside a healthy range of motion and stability. Through fluid movement Deep Core Flow cultivates ease, flexibility strength and stability.” Jen also offers training, retreats and corporate health programs.
Costing:
- Single class pass $20
- 10 class pass $165
https://www.cairnsbeachesyoga.com.au/costs/
Yoga House Oz
Located in Kewarra Beach, Yoga House Oz practices Dynamic Yoga, a practice based on sensitivity and softness. Their mission is to “Is to provide a warm, welcoming, peaceful and safe space. A space where you can be yourself, and explore the connection between your body, mind and spirit.”
$15 per class
10 Corymbia Court, Kewarra Beach