Simply Yoga Simply You

09/03/2026

Receiving Strength
“Last week we explored receiving the breath — noticing what we are taking in and allowing the breath to arrive more naturally in the body.
This week we build from that and explore receiving strength.
🍂Often when we think about strength, we imagine pushing harder or forcing the body. But strength can also be quieter than that. Sometimes strength is steady, aware, and even soft.
🍂In yoga philosophy there is a niyama called Tapas, which speaks to discipline and the quiet strength that develops when we show up to practice regularly. Not force, but a steady commitment.
🍂Through practice we begin to receive that strength — not only in the muscles, but in our focus and resilience. And that kind of strength can support us when things feel challenging in our day-to-day lives, helping us stay steady and present.
🍂As we move through Autumn, the season itself invites us to gather our energy a little more inward. In Chinese medicine this time of year connects with the Lung meridian, which relates to the breath and our ability to receive what nourishes us.
🍂So this week we’ll explore how breath and movement can support a sense of steady strength in the body — opening the chest, the ribs and the arms where the Lung meridian travels — and noticing how strength can arise when we stay connected to the breath.”

02/03/2026

“As we move into Autumn, nature begins to shift quietly.
It doesn’t rush. It gathers. It conserves.

In Chinese medicine, this season connects to the lungs — our capacity to receive breath, energy, clarity.

So this first month of Autumn, we explore receiving.
Not striving. Not pushing.
Just noticing what is here… and allowing ourselves to take in what truly nourishes.

And through that, the body finds its own reset.” Look forward to seeing you in class. x

22/02/2026

Happy Sunday!
We’ve been moving through Yoga this month with the theme of returning.
~Returning to our practice.
~Returning to our routines.
~Returning to ourselves.
In our first week, we looked at grounding — how we root down.
How we steady ourselves in our lives, not just on the mat.
The second week was about breath.
Using the breath to focus us, calm us, anchor us.
Last week we centred.
We worked through our heart space, our core, our breath —
that place inside that centres us quietly with stillness.
And today… we look at balance.
Not balance as in holding everything perfectly together.
Not balance as in never wobbling.
But balance as in adjusting.
Responding.
Finding steadiness even when things shift.
Balance isn’t rigid.
It’s responsive.
And often, balance comes after we’ve grounded…
after we’ve breathed…
after we’ve centred.
So today is not a strenuous class.
It’s somewhere in between.
A practice that allows us to feel steady,
without forcing anything.
If you wobble — that’s part of it.
If you need to step out — that’s part of it.
If you feel steady — that’s part of it too.
We’re simply practising the art of coming back.
Join me today Sunday 5pm, Tuesday 6pm & Wednesday 7.45pm

13/02/2026

If you thought you had missed out -we moved the start date.
2 places left for the Refresher Foundation course beginning tomorrow Saturday, February 14 at 9 am. Message if you’re keen. Xx

02/02/2026

Hey everyone — and just like that, it’s February ✨
I’m running a 5-week Refresher Foundation Yoga course, starting this Saturday at 9am.

Perfect if you’re new to yoga or ready to gently return to your practice. Together we’ll explore poses, alignment, the use of props, and the breath — creating space, ease, and stillness in a welcoming studio.

Limited numbers so you get the support you need. I would love for you to join me.
$150 for the 5 week course
To book or ask questions, message me here at Simply Yoga Simply You or call 0423 933 228.
Come for yourself — or bring a bestie along 💛

27/01/2026

Don’t forget our Come & Try this Saturday morning- at Studio on Ripley- we’d love to see you!
Free Yoga & Reformer classes-book on line for your space or message me 💚

11/01/2026

Thank you Jo for offering a Yin Yoga session todaySunday 5pm at Studio on Ripley
If you haven’t bought a space yet you can do so on the link below what a beautiful way to end your Sunday 💚

09/12/2025

Thank you Susan for taking my Hatha class this evening… I am cancelling Restorative Wednesday this week as I’m still not 100% & spending some time to rest but hope to be moving with you all on Sunday at 5pm 💚💚💚

06/12/2025

Get your Yin on! Soulful Sunday class will be guided by Luke 👏👏-Yin targets deep connective tissue promoting joint health, flexibility, and deep relaxation. Find your "edge" & breathe💚💚💚 today @ 5pm

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03/12/2025

Restorative Yoga this evening 7.45pm- breathe and take a moment to rest in the stillness come along, or you can book online below at studio on ripley 💚💚

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16/11/2025

Join Luke today for a beautiful Soulful Sunday Yin Yoga offering at 5pm at Studio on Ripley
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02/11/2025

Oh my goodness! Yay! 👏👏Our website is now live!!! For those of you who know my IT skills this has been a bit of an undertaking... 🙃😆 https://www.studio-on-ripley.com.au/
🌟We have also officially taken over the lease as of yesterday(!!!) and are adding classes as we move gently into this space with you- so keep an eye on our web page, Face book page- for now. 🌟For all you early birds you'll find some amazing 6am offerings with Susan Marie Wright including Yoga and Mat Pilates beginning tomorrow - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday to start your day.
Check out our class schedule and book in-
And now a bit about us.... feeling blessed & grateful🫶🙏💚https://www.studio-on-ripley.com.au/