Welcome to Mindful Essence

Dedicated to empowering individuals to find inner peace and transformation through yoga

About Mindful Essence

Mindful Essence was created with intention of providing individuals in Doreen and surrounding areas a transformative experience through yoga. The aim is to provide a valuable and affordable opportunity for the local community to experience the profound physical, mental, and emotional benefits of dedicating time for yourself and making it to your yoga mat. Yoga offers numerous benefits for physical and mental well-being, including improved flexibility, strength, balance, stress reduction, and enhanced mindfulness, contributing to a healthier and more balanced lifestyle.

Yoga Improves:

If you’re new to yoga, or you’re returning to your mat after some time, remember yoga is a personal and non-judgmental journey. There’s no need to compare your body, your experience, or your progress with anyone else. While each class is guided with a collective intention, your reasons for practicing yoga are uniquely your own. Whether you’re seeking physical relief, emotional healing, or simply a way to connect with yourself, I’m here to support you every step of the way.

So come and try a class with me. Where we will breathe, move awaken and transform together. Come flow with me.

“Yoga does not just change the way we see things, it transforms the person who sees.”

- B.K.S. Iyengar

Meet the Teacher

Namaste to all!

I’m Jess, a physiotherapist with advanced practice titling in the musculoskeletal stream as awarded by the Australian Physiotherapy Association. I have a special interest in supporting clients with persistent pain using mindfulness-based approaches, and my passion for helping people extends beyond physiotherapy into the world of yoga. I am a multi-style yoga teacher registered with yoga alliance (500-RTY) with 100 hours Yin Yoga Teacher training, and I am sharing my passion of yoga with the community by providing weekly and affordable classes.

My personal journey with yoga started at the age of 27 when I experienced a spinal injury requiring emergency surgery. I also had some personal challenges and stressful events happening in my life occurring around the same time. These life-changing experiences led me to explore yoga, and I quickly discovered its transformative effects on both my body and mind. This experience ignited my deep connection with yoga and set me on a path to explore its profound benefits. Through my own self-practice, I’ve gained invaluable skills in mental resilience, I have learnt to regulate my nervous system, and effectively manage and reduce stress in this busy world. Most importantly, I have learnt to cultivate a greater sense of gratitude, presence, and physical wellbeing despite our the events happening around us.

For me, yoga is more than just movement … it’s became a way of life. It’s a practice that supports my overall health and wellbeing, and I believe it can do the same for you.

“Yoga is not about touching your toes. It is what you learn on the way down.”

– Jigar Gor

Book a Class

Make your appointments using the booking calendar below. There are limited spaces available so please book early.

NOTE: participants must be 18 years and over to partake independently. Participants 16-18 years old are permitted but must have a signed waiver by, and accompanied to the class with, a parent/guardian. Ages below 16 years old are not permitted. Se T&Cs for booking related information.

You will be sent 2 emails after requesting a class:

1. A receipt and link to a once off mandatory waiver will be sent to participants.

2. Once the waiver is complete, you will then receive a confirmation email that your booking has been approved. It will also have a link to access your customer portal to reschedule appointments, or book any remaining bundle class passes. As per T&C classes must be cancelled or/or rescheduled at least 24 hours in advance to avoid forfeiting the class fee.

What to Bring: a yoga mat, props, blanket and a water bottle. Wear comfortable clothing.

Where: Orchard Road Community Centre, 121 Orchard Rd, Doreen VIC 3754. Classes are located in the medium sized room immediately to the left of the foyer after entering through the main entrance from Orchard Road.

When: Tuesdays 6pm and Wednesdays 7:45pm (these classes are the same class).

Gift Cards: A 5 class bundle gift card can be purchased on request by emailing mindfulessenceau@gmail.com.

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FAQ

What to bring?

Please bring a yoga mat and any yoga props that you use like a block, strap, blanket etc. Also please bring a water bottle and wear comfotable clothing.

How long does the class go for?

The session is a slow vinyasa style yoga flow and will go for approximately 45-50 minutes

What age can participate?

Participants must be 18 years and over to partake independently in the class. Participants between the ages of 16-18 years old are permitted to partake but must have a signed waiver by and accompanied to the class with a parent/guardian. Ages below 16 years old are not permitted to participate.

What to bring?

Please bring a yoga mat and any yoga props that you use like a block, strap, blanket etc. Also please bring a water bottle and wear comfotable clothing.

How long does the class go for?

The session is a vinyasa style yoga and will go for approximately 1 hour