Private yoga and functional movement lessons - online or in-person

Based on your needs and motivation, I will teach you a personalized yoga, breathing, and/or mindfulness meditation sequence. It's up to you if you want to be guided through an entire yoga practice, or focus on specific poses or practices of interest.

If you're completely new to yoga we can focus on the fundamentals of yoga and help you feel confident to practice at home or in a group class. While if you have already been practicing for some time we can focus on learning a yoga sequence or your technique in specific groups of yoga postures. Personal yoga classes are also a great way to learn how to practice yoga with an injury.

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You might also have an interest to become more flexible, stronger, or improve your balance. Or maybe you would like to have a yoga practice designed for you that supports other activities you do—like working behind a desk, running, cycling, or lifting weights.

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I will then design a yoga practice for you to help achieve your interest in learning more about a specific style of yoga, work towards strength and flexibility goals, or support other aspects of your life like managing stress and anxiety. 

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You can choose if you prefer to have a one off class or a series of weekly lessons.

Miriam also offer group private classes if you're looking to connect and have fun with a group of friends, family, or colleagues perhaps celebrating events like birthdays or bachelorettes, sports teams, and team bonding activities for colleagues.

Corporate yoga classes are an important part of a modern company's corporate wellness program. Yoga at work provides a positive return on investment because it keeps your staff both physically and mentally fit.

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Miriam offers all private sessions in the Yoga Studio or via Zoom.

Private sessions are great to:

• work on a specific yoga pose, postural alignment for overall health awareness or stress relief.
• deepen your understanding of yoga asana and alignment.
• become acquainted with the practice of meditation and breathwork.
• restarting your practice after injury, surgery, or time away.
• practice tailored to meet your specific needs.

How this works

First, we will have a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation to discuss why you are looking to start private yoga lessons, any aches or pains you may be experiencing, and what you hope to get out of our time together. I want to make sure that we are a good match for one another.

Next, we will have your 1-hour session in your home/office, Miriam's home studio or online via Zoom. During our first lesson, we will move through simple and safe postures to assess where you are at and discuss any ailments or discomforts you are experiencing. This will be our focus in the coming weeks.

After the session, we will develop a plan to work together with private yoga sessions that are suited specifically to your body and your schedule.

• Sessions are 60 minutes.
• One session $120, valid one month.
• Five sessions $550, valid 3 months.
• Ten sessions $1000, valid 6 months.

Cancellation Policy

If you are not able to attend the session you can cancel it free of charge via your account/email/text up to 48 hours before the start time. Cancellation within this 48 hour window will result in a 50% charge and you will be refunded $60 instead of the full $120.

Are you curious about yoga but unsure where to start? Maybe you've been thinking about how to improve your flexibility, reduce stress, or build strength but haven’t found the right place to begin.

This 6-Week Beginners Yoga Course with Miriam is designed with you in mind, whether you’ve never stepped on a yoga mat before or you’re returning after a long break. Yoga is more than just a physical practice—it’s a holistic approach to mind and body wellness. With a limited number of spots in the course, you’ll receive individual attention, ensuring that your unique needs and questions are addressed.

Whether you’re young, older, fit, or less active, this course is for everyBODY. No prior experience is needed, and all skill levels are welcome. You don’t have to be flexible, strong, or “fit” to begin. Yoga is about meeting yourself where you are and allowing your practice to evolve. As you progress through the weeks, you will gain the skills and confidence to take your practice off the mat and into your everyday life.

Yoga is more than just physical exercise; it’s a practice that nurtures the mind and soul. When you commit to this 6-week journey, you’re not only investing in your physical health, but you’re also giving yourself the opportunity to reduce stress, improve your mental clarity, and build a deeper connection to your body.

You will gain a solid foundation of alignment to develop a safe and beneficial yoga practice.

Each week you receive in-depth notes to take home + at the end of the course you get access to Miriam's online yoga library Asana Lab, which explains all the yoga poses in detail.

Course format

• Foundation Poses
• Lunges & Balance Poses
• Warrior 1 & Seated Poses
• Warrior 2 & Gentle Backbends
• Twist & Restorative Poses
• Sun Salutation A

We can’t wait to welcome you onto the course and help you to discover the benefits of yoga. 

BONUS: Once you have completed your Beginners Course you receive one FREE casual pass (value $20) to join one of my regular yoga classes.

What to bring:

We supply everything, bring your own yoga mat if you want.

Wear comfortable clothing you can move freely in. 

A water bottle.

Terms & Conditions

• Paid upfront.
• Booking is for whole 6-week course. We are unable to transfer or refund places in event of missed sessions.

Yang to Yin is a yoga class catered to gentle movement and calming the mind and body. We begin with Hatha Yoga to awaken and gently energize the body. As the class progresses, we transition into the still world of Yin, think Deep Stretch, where the body, already warmed up, can delve into stretches more profoundly and safely. Enjoy a smooth, mellower flow that builds warmth and energy, before releasing into Yin-based postures that cultivate rejuvenation.

Designed to enhance strength and mobility in muscles, joints and deeper connective tissues (fascia), while offering time for you to turn inward. A practice to help release tension, improve circulation, and enliven overall wellbeing in body, mind and spirit.

Perfect for All Levels.

All Miriam's classes are held in school terms, you can purchase a 10-class pack ($175) or attend more casually with a 5-class pass ($95). New students $10 for a trial class. Payment can also be made in cash or direct debit: Miriam Van Doorn BSB: 084 391, account # 920 254 599

Did you know? Miriam has an on-demand yoga video library with more than 110 videos. You can watch any style of yoga anytime you want! More information HERE

Hatha Yoga is the foundation of the physical practices of yoga including Vinyasa/or Flow Yoga. It involves a sequence of asanas (postures) with emphasis on the breath and the mind-body connection. It is practiced more slowly and with more static posture holds than found in styles such as Vinyasa. In this class, we move in + out of poses (asanas) mindfully, with detailed focus on safe alignment + breath (pranayama) while honoring your own individual needs, level of experience and personal limitations. Hatha yoga will allow you to develop ease, comfort, strength, mindfulness + flexibility over time in both mind + body. This is a beautiful class for those who enjoy a slow, and mindful pace.

“Ha” represents sun and “tha” represents moon. This alludes to the opposites in our lives, such as yin and yang, light and darkness, hard and soft, vigorous and gentle. Hatha yoga is about finding balance. Through working with the physical body, releasing tension and trauma stored in the body, you create space in yourself and, through that space and balance, the opportunity for spiritual growth. 

Perfect for All Levels.

All Miriam's classes are held in school terms, you can purchase a 10-class pack ($175) or attend more casually with a 5-class pass ($95). New students $10 for a trial class. Payment can also be made in cash or direct debit: Miriam Van Doorn BSB: 084 391, account # 920 254 599

Did you know? Miriam has an on-demand yoga video library with more than 110 videos. You can watch any style of yoga anytime you want! More information HERE

Yin Yoga, think Deep Stretch - targets your deep connective tissue (fascia), your muscles, ligaments, and joints. It is slower and more meditative, giving you space to turn inwards and tune into both your mind and physical sensations of your body. This class consists of longer-held, passive floor poses, gentle breathwork and mindfulness. Long term benefits include improved range of motion, increased bone density, improvement to concentration and attention span and ease of joint function!

Perfect for All Levels.

All Miriam's classes are held in school terms, you can purchase a 10-class pack ($175) or attend more casually with a 5-class pass ($95). New students $10 for a trial class. Payment can also be made in cash or direct debit: Miriam Van Doorn BSB: 084 391, account # 920 254 599

Did you know? Miriam has an on-demand yoga video library with more than 110 videos. You can watch any style of yoga anytime you want! More information HERE

Restorative Yoga, Yoga Nidra + Soundbath under the glow of candlelight!

Unwind your body and mind as we combine the gentle practice of Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra with the soothing tones of a Sound Bath with crystal sound bowls. This fusion of ancient healing traditions will encourage you to let go, release stress, and find inner balance.

Restorative yoga is a deeply nurturing, peaceful and grounding practice designed to activate the parasympathetic nervous system (our relaxation response)  promoting deep relaxation and healing at a deep cellular level in the body.

Yoga Nidra, often referred to as Yogic Sleep is the state of consciousness between waking and sleeping. It promotes relaxation, reduces stress and anxiety, and it can also help with insomnia.

Based on ancient healing techniques, vibrations of sound work on a cellular level to recalibrate the mind, body, and spirit. These healing frequencies stimulate alpha and theta brain wave frequencies, balance the hemispheres of the brain, and promote a sense of ease and inner peace. In addition to relief from chronic pain and migraines, benefits of a Sound Bath include improved sleep, reduction of stress and anxiety, as well as a renewed sense of well-being, calm, and happiness.

Event cost: $40, inclusive afternoon tea

What to bring: All props are provided; you may bring your own yoga mat and eye pillow/scarf.

What to wear: Super comfy clothing!

Cancellation policy:  If you cancel your pre-booked workshop/event up to 24 hours prior to the workshop you will receive a credit. Unfortunately, cancellation made within 24 hours of the start of the workshop will not be refunded.

Suitable for all levels.

Yoga Basics is the perfect class for new yogis who want to learn the fundamental poses in yoga, senior students, and/or seasoned yogis who are craving a gentle practice or recovering from an injury. This class will incorporate gentle seated, kneeling, reclining, and standing Asanas (poses) that will nourish your body, slow your breath, and calm your mind while giving you a lovely full-body stretch. This is a beautiful class for those who enjoy a slow, mindful pace. It will build your strength and stamina, improve flexibility in a nurturing and supportive environment allowing space to explore and relax.

All Miriam's classes are held in school terms, you can purchase a 10-class pack ($175) or attend more casually with a 5-class pass ($95). New students $10 for a trial class. Payment can also be made in cash or direct debit: Miriam Van Doorn BSB: 084 391, account # 920 254 599

Did you know? Miriam has an on-demand yoga video library with more than 110 videos. You can watch any style of yoga anytime you want! More information HERE

Yoga Sculpt

As we grow older, our bodies undergo a natural decrease in muscle mass, loss of bone density and our balance gets challenged! Incorporating weights into your yoga class can manage and even reverse age-related changes. Honouring our Slow Flow Yoga Class, combining the benefits of yoga with the benefits of strength and resistance training will elevate your practice and your mood! Light weights and resistance bands are used in this class, which you will need to bring yourself to this on-line yoga class. Start with light weights.

The Benefits of Yoga with Weights (especially for Menopause)

• Stronger Bones – Weight-bearing exercises encourage bone growth and help prevent fractures, which is crucial as bone density naturally declines.

• Increased Muscle Tone – Lifting even light weights can help maintain and build muscle, giving your body the strength and support it needs.

• Boosted Metabolism – Muscle burns more calories at rest, which means incorporating strength training into your routine can help with weight management.

• Hormonal Balance – Movement, especially mindful movement like yoga, helps regulate cortisol levels, reducing stress and improving mood.

• Enhanced Joint Health – The combination of strength and flexibility work supports joint stability and reduces stiffness.

• Better Posture & Balance – As we age, maintaining good posture becomes more important than ever to prevent injuries and improve confidence.

• Mood & Energy Boost – Strength training releases endorphins, which help combat fatigue, anxiety, and depression.

Weights & Resistance Bands

For beginners, I recommend starting with three and five-pound hand weights and two to three-pound ankle weights. Resistance bands come in various colors and tensions; I'd suggest beginning with a medium tension strap. (K-mart has cheap options to get you started)

Your very first class

You are most welcome to join even if you haven't purchased your dumbbells yet. This will give you a taste of the class and lets face it, some days we need to take a step back and leave the weights behind and just enjoy the yoga poses! The resistance bands work a treat, though again, you can give them a miss, however you will soon realise how amazing they are!

All levels are welcome, modifications are offered.

Can't attend live?

Don't worry, you will receive a link to the recording of the class which you can have access to for 10 days!

Did you know? Miriam has an on-demand yoga video library with more than 110 videos. You can watch any style of yoga anytime you want! More information HERE

Slow Flow is a combination of Gentle Flow and Hatha Yoga, designed to open your body, release tension and explore movement throughout your whole system, developing strength, stability, flexibility and energy. Think meditation in motion; a mindful flow that invites us to practice slowing down and moving with more awareness, balance, and grace. 

This class incorporates the magic yoga triad of breath work, focus + flexibility, creating a balance between a calm mind + a mobile body.

Can't attend live?

Don't worry, you will receive a link to the recording of the class which you can have access to for 10 days!

Did you know? Miriam has an on-demand yoga video library with more than 110 videos. You can watch any style of yoga anytime you want! More information HERE

Yin Yoga targets your deep connective tissue (fascia), your muscles, ligaments, and joints. It is slower and more meditative, giving you space to turn inwards and tune into both your mind and physical sensations of your body. This class consists of longer-held, passive floor poses, gentle breathwork and mindfulness. Long term benefits include improved range of motion, increased bone density, improvement to concentration and attention span and ease of joint function!

Perfect for every body!

Can't attend live?

Don't worry, you will receive a link to the recording of the class which you can have access to for 10 days!

Did you know? Miriam has an on-demand yoga video library with more than 110 videos. You can watch any style of yoga anytime you want! More information HERE

Yoga Sculpt

As we grow older, our bodies undergo a natural decrease in muscle mass, loss of bone density and our balance gets challenged! Incorporating weights into your yoga class can manage and even reverse age-related changes. Honouring our Slow Flow Yoga Class, combining the benefits of yoga with the benefits of strength and resistance training will elevate your practice and your mood! Light weights and resistance bands are used in this class, which you will need to bring yourself to this on-line yoga class. Start with light weights.

The Benefits of Yoga with Weights (especially for Menopause)

• Stronger Bones – Weight-bearing exercises encourage bone growth and help prevent fractures, which is crucial as bone density naturally declines.
• Increased Muscle Tone – Lifting even light weights can help maintain and build muscle, giving your body the strength and support it needs.
• Boosted Metabolism – Muscle burns more calories at rest, which means incorporating strength training into your routine can help with weight management.
• Hormonal Balance – Movement, especially mindful movement like yoga, helps regulate cortisol levels, reducing stress and improving mood.
• Enhanced Joint Health – The combination of strength and flexibility work supports joint stability and reduces stiffness.
• Better Posture & Balance – As we age, maintaining good posture becomes more important than ever to prevent injuries and improve confidence.
• Mood & Energy Boost – Strength training releases endorphins, which help combat fatigue, anxiety, and depression.

Weights & Resistance Bands

For beginners, I recommend starting with three and five-pound hand weights and two to three-pound ankle weights. Resistance bands come in various colors and tensions; I'd suggest beginning with a medium tension strap. (K-mart has cheap options to get you started)

Your very first class

You are most welcome to join even if you haven't purchased your dumbbells yet. This will give you a taste of the class and lets face it, some days we need to take a step back and leave the weights behind and just enjoy the yoga poses! The resistance bands work a treat, though again, you can give them a miss, however you will soon realise how amazing they are!

All levels are welcome, modifications are offered.

Can't attend live?

Don't worry, you will receive a link to the recording of the class which you can have access to for 10 days!

Did you know? Miriam has an on-demand yoga video library with more than 110 videos. You can watch any style of yoga anytime you want! More information HERE