The Open Space

26/01/2026

Slow Deep Flow is a slow flowing yoga class which focuses upon foundational yoga postures and the integration of breath with practice. Suitable for all levels of practice. Beginners will build a somatic knowledge of the foundational postures in a supportive and nurturing environment. More advanced students will deepen the integration of breath and posture to create a deeper, more meditative practice. Karla leads from the heart with gentle compassion and sensitive awareness.

Mondays: 6:15-7:15pm
Fridays: 10-11am

23/01/2026

Tenzin Choegyal returns to the Open Space for a special evening concert. Don’t miss out on seeing and hearing one of the world’s most celebrated Tibetan musicians. 🎶

A is a master of traditional instruments, but best known for his extraordinary vocal ability, Tenzin’s unique style embraces joyful folk tunes, meditative mantras and spoken word and a unique blend of east-west sounds. Tenzin’s music is infused with the essence of Tibetan wisdom and a sound as expansive as the Himalayas. His obvious joyfulness is infectious and his message is uplifting. ✨

👉 Book your spot here: https://events.humanitix.com/tenzin-choegyal-in-concert

21/01/2026

Join us in mystical Bali for 8 nights and 9 days of transformational exploration. Immerse yourself in heart-centered Yoga with Karla Sutcliffe from The Open Space. Receive loving support

21/01/2026

Join us for a deeply transformational experience in Mystical Bali! 25th April- 2nd May: 8 nights/9 days filled with heart centered yoga, mindful meditation, and traditional Balinese cuisine, culture, and sacred ceremonies in a quiet and tranquil coastall village in Bali. Invest in your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health this Year of the Fire Horse. This retreat is sure to transform and enlighten your personal spiritual journey.

Early registration by 28th February for 10% off!

Space is limited, register now! Link in Bio! ♥︎

16/01/2026

It's on tomorrow! - Just a few spots remaining for this wonderful night of Indian Classical rhythm and Raga-based Kirtan with Shivam Rath. Supported by Mico Sundari, Massimo Bidin, Rosie Rayah Light and Mantra Lounge 🎶

✨ Get your tickets here:

Indian Classical Rhythm & Raga-Based Kirtan

14/01/2026

It's happening this Saturday! - join us for a special night of Indian Classical rhythm and Raga-based Kirtan, led by Shivam Rath, supported by an incredible lineup of guest musicians coming together for the first time.

✨ Featuring:
🔹 Shivam Rath – Indian Slide Guitar, electronics
🔹 Mico Sundari – Vocals (Japan)
🔹 Massimo Bidin – Tabla
🔹 Rosie Rayah Light – Vocals & Percussion
🔹 Mantra Lounge

This immersive evening weaves ancient Indian Classical Raga, mantra, rhythm, and modern soundscapes into a heart-opening Kirtan experience. Three core musicians unite for the first time, bridging tradition and innovation through live instrumentation, rhythm, and devotional sound. 🎶

Expect deep listening, participatory chanting, and a nourishing sonic journey designed to open the heart and steady the mind.

👉 Book your spot here: https://events.humanitix.com/raga-flow-kirtan

07/01/2026

Join us for a special night of Indian Classical rhythm and Raga-based Kirtan, led by Shivam Rath, supported by an incredible lineup of guest musicians coming together for the first time.

✨ Featuring:

🔹 Shivam Rath – Indian Slide Guitar, electronics
🔹 Mico Sundari – Vocals (Japan)
🔹 Massimo Bidin – Tabla
🔹 Rosie Rayah Light – Vocals & Percussion
🔹 Mantra Lounge

This immersive evening weaves ancient Indian Classical Raga, mantra, rhythm, and modern soundscapes into a heart-opening Kirtan experience. Three core musicians unite for the first time, bridging tradition and innovation through live instrumentation, rhythm, and devotional sound.

Expect deep listening, participatory chanting, and a nourishing sonic journey designed to open the heart and steady the mind.

👉 Book your spot here: https://events.humanitix.com/raga-flow-kirtan

CrystalSlide

28/12/2025

It's on today! - come join Avril this Monday, 29th December @ 5PM - 6:30PM, for an afternoon of Japa Meditation (by donation).

A special offering in the spirit of community and yoga and with gratitude for the year that’s been and blessings for the year ahead.

Join us as we come together to celebrate, pause reflect and set our intentions during this auspicious & transitional time to chant – it’s the perfect ritual to celebrate our spiritual community.

If you’ve never chanted with a group before you are in for a treat!
Japa is the repetitive recitation of sacred sounds – mantras chanted with mala beads. It is an ancient yogic practice which helps to calm the mind and is considered a form of pranayama as it helps to regulate the breath as well as meditation. When chanted in a group, together the expression of sound becomes exponentially powerful. The rhythmic vibrational forces effects not only our own being but also the environment around us. It is not always necessary for us to fully understand the meaning of these mantras, chanting them with dedication, repeatedly gives insight & illumines us from within and draws the mind into a meditative state.

Avril is a Yoga & Meditation Teacher of the Vedic tradition and teaches at The Open Space. She teaches Shakti Mantra Vedic Meditation and has received Initiation of the Maha Gayatri Mantra from a traditional lineage of yoga. She loves to chant and share these ancient Vedic, Sanskrit sounds. She will often finish her regular teaching classes with a chant after Savasana. Avril enjoys creating spiritual community (Sangha) through yogic rituals and ceremonies.

👉 Register on the Mindbody App or here: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=5735466&stype=-7&sTG=28&sView=day&sLoc=0

* Walk-ins are welcome

27/12/2025

Come join Avril this Monday, 29th December @ 5PM - 6:30PM, for an afternoon of Japa Meditation (by donation).

A special offering in the spirit of community and yoga and with gratitude for the year that’s been and blessings for the year ahead.

Join us as we come together to celebrate, pause reflect and set our intentions during this auspicious & transitional time to chant – it’s the perfect ritual to celebrate our spiritual community.

If you’ve never chanted with a group before you are in for a treat!

Japa is the repetitive recitation of sacred sounds – mantras chanted with mala beads. It is an ancient yogic practice which helps to calm the mind and is considered a form of pranayama as it helps to regulate the breath as well as meditation. When chanted in a group, together the expression of sound becomes exponentially powerful. The rhythmic vibrational forces effects not only our own being but also the environment around us. It is not always necessary for us to fully understand the meaning of these mantras, chanting them with dedication, repeatedly gives insight & illumines us from within and draws the mind into a meditative state.

Avril is a Yoga & Meditation Teacher of the Vedic tradition and teaches at The Open Space. She teaches Shakti Mantra Vedic Meditation and has received Initiation of the Maha Gayatri Mantra from a traditional lineage of yoga. She loves to chant and share these ancient Vedic, Sanskrit sounds. She will often finish her regular teaching classes with a chant after Savasana. Avril enjoys creating spiritual community (Sangha) through yogic rituals and ceremonies.

👉 Register on the Mindbody App or here: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=5735466&stype=-7&sTG=28&sView=day&sLoc=0

* Walk-ins are welcome

12/12/2025

This Sunday at 5pm, Mat Creddon is hosting a Sound Bath at the Open Space — if you’ve been craving a proper reset before the end-of-year whirlwind hits, this is your hour.

You’ll be guided by Tibetan singing bowls, tuning forks, wind chimes and Tibetan medicine gongs — all designed to soften your
mind and settle your whole system.

🕔 Sunday 14 December
4:30pm — Free chai
5:00pm — Sound Bath (1 hour)

📍 The Open Space
11 Acacia Place, Abbotsford

🎟 Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/sound-bath-with-mat-creedon

We provide mats, bolsters, and blankets.

You bring comfy clothes and your tired nervous system.

Would love to see you there for this beautiful calm pocket of Sunday.

Join Mat Creedon for a traditional, intimate sound bath journey that will last about an hour.

11/12/2025

Step into a serene evening of sound and stillness this Sunday. Join Mat Creedon for a traditional, intimate sound bath journey that will last about an hour. Mat will create a soothing soundscape using Tibetan singing bowls, tuning forks, wind chimes, and Tibetan medicine gongs, allowing you to unwind and find a moment of peaceful clarity.

It’s a perfect chance to let the gentle, healing frequencies guide you into relaxation, and maybe even drift off into a little nap. We can’t wait to share this peaceful evening with you!

🎟 Tickets: $35 + booking fee ($45 at the door).

👉 Book here: https://events.humanitix.com/sound-bath-with-mat-creedon

10/12/2025

It starts this Friday! - Honest Body ~ The Way of the Sacred Self

3 day journey through somatic integration and the language of truthful relating.

Open World Theatre is a forum for authentic connection and expression. It invites participants to remember our humanity before we were shamed or tamed.

This is the journey of self towards coherence: cultivating the capacity to be with all of yourself, while training in a method that frames the transpersonal theatre of the psyche.

Together, we learn to see the shadow puppets and flick the light switch — revealing the love and innocence beneath even our most fearful defences.

Ultimately, this is a declaration of hope — a practice of remembering what it means to be fully, courageously alive in a time that needs it most.

👉 Book your spot or learn more here:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1972391618426