The Essence Within: An Immersion into The Heart of Yoga

Last Chance to Experience The Essence Within –

Finale This Weekend!

This Sunday, 27 July, I’m thrilled to welcome Andrew Mournehis for what promises to be an extraordinary finale to The Essence Within. Andrew is known worldwide for his ability to masterfully weave mythology, yoga, and expressive movement into a joyful and transformative experience.

This is your chance to dive deep into the symbolic world of Hindu deities and mythology through Andrew’s joyful, heart-centred teaching. Expect inspiration, healing, and a heart-opening experience you’ll carry with you long after the day is done.

The climax of the day is Andrew’s renowned Dance of the Deities from 3:30 – 6pm.  Andrew has offered this event all over the world, and this time we’ll be treated to a powerful exploration of Durga’s wild, protective energy. In these uncertain times, we need Durga’s strength more than ever. With the tiger as her vehicle, she’s perfectly equipped to help us navigate both the external chaos of our world and our own inner battles. This dance experience is designed to leave you feeling empowered, liberated, and ready to face whatever life brings.

Flexible Options to Suit You:

• Come for the full day with Andrew (Dance of the Deities is included)
• Drop in for Dance of the Deities only (open to everyone!)

Course Fees & Payment Options

FULL DAY WITH ANDREW: Book Full Day – $249

DANCE OF THE DEITIES ONLY – Book Dance of the Deities Only – $50

Faculty:

Andrew Mournehis – Yoga Mythology – Weekend 5 – 26 & 27 July

With a broad background encompassing over 16 years in Transpersonal Counselling and Art Therapy, 25 years as a yoga teacher, and almost 30 years in creative arts and dance, Andrew has led workshops, retreats, and healing groups across the globe. Andrew’s teaching combines his deep passion for yoga, mythology, storytelling and group healing. His classes are rich in tantric philosophy, inspiration and fun! He will have you laughing, crying and falling in love with the beauty of life.

Julie Smerdon – Lead Teacher

Julie is a yoga teacher, writer, and podcast host whose caring approach makes yoga’s ancient wisdom sparkle with relevance to modern yogis. Privileged to have studied under master teachers in both yoga and meditation, Julie is a teacher’s teacher, widely known for her ability to blend solid technique with soul-stirring insights. Her teacher trainings have produced many of Brisbane Australia’s top instructors, as well as teachers and studio owners on three continents. With her characteristic warmth and humour, Julie’s mission is to help her students discover a more abundant life experience through yoga.

Chara Caruthers – Ayurveda   COMPLETED

Chara is a passionate and outspoken advocate of the power of living your bliss. After years as a successful corporate engineer living in the fast-paced environments of LA, New York, London and Sydney she stepped away from it all to live a more authentic life, with a little help from Ayurveda. She’s a senior yoga teacher, yoga therapist and Ayurvedic consultant with a clear and powerful message… Know yourself, Love Yourself. She’s also dedicated to empowering women to live juicier more connected lives at any age.

Michelle Coates – Chakras  COMPLETED

In Yogic tradition, the human body has seven energy centres called Chakras which represent Prana – our vital energy or “life force”. Through understanding where they are placed and how they are ‘spinning’ you gain a deep and insightful understanding of your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual patterns. Michelle has developed a unique ability to intuitively translate energy patterns of the subtle or energetic body (Chakras). As a qualified aromatherapist, yoga teacher, channel, and group facilitator, her 25+ years of experience have enabled her to draw upon these modalities to facilitate energy movement and balance within the body, making space for self-awareness and healing.

Rocío Marte – The Power of Rest  COMPLETED

Rocío is a passionate advocate for the power of rest and mindfulness. Born in the Dominican Republic, her journey from New York and Madrid to Australia shaped her mission to create space for connection and self-discovery through yoga. A senior yoga teacher with foundational training in Hatha Yoga in India, she specializes in Yin, Restorative, and Remedial Yoga. Rocío has developed a deeply rooted practice that centres on rest, mindfulness, and connection. She invites her students to embrace rest as a birthright and reconnect with their essence through breath, movement, and meditation.

Virginia Corpus-McDermott – Self Care COMPLETED

​With an MBA from Yale University in the US, Virginia was once an investment banker in New York City who ran marathons for fun. Since discovering yoga while looking to release her tight hamstrings, Virginia has become an international yoga educator, formally trained by some of today’s most well-respected yoga and movement educators. Virginia prides herself on empowering self-care through therapeutic movement and educating students about their anatomy, physiology and biomechanics. She champions the art of breathing, which helps manage stress and improve all-around health and performance.