Kevala Health

Kevala Health YOGA & PILATES Teacher (500-RYT) for 20+ years. Women’s Health. Live-stream & Russell Island Yoga and Pilates classes. All classes are suitable for beginners.

Creator of Natural Essential Oil Roll-ons
Kevala Tree Tops 🙏💜😇 Hello everyone,

I teach Pilates and Yoga classes on Russell Island and live-stream. My live-stream online and Russell Island Yoga classes include various themes for your back, hips, and shoulders to improve your balance and strength. I have a background in Hatha yoga training, Iyengar yoga, and Ashtanga. Focusing on correct alignmen

t, breath work, and meditations in all yoga classes. My Russell Island and live online Pilates classes focus on slow and safe movements, and effective strengthening of the core area, plus lots of gentle stretches. We use resistance bands and small Pilates balls in these Pilates classes. I'm also an independent support worker
with NDIS. A creator of natural essential oil roller blends for Yoga and everyday toxic-free perfumes. Or wear my Kevala Yoga Tree Women's tops. Level 2 Yoga teacher with Yoga Australia.
500RYT with Yoga Alliance. I have been teaching for nearly 20 years and work as a wellness coach. Allow me to inspire you to become your best self.

Love this natural photo of my awesome group of ladies in my yoga & Pilates classes on Russell Island.Choosing a healthie...
30/04/2026

Love this natural photo of my awesome group of ladies in my yoga & Pilates classes on Russell Island.

Choosing a healthier lifestyle starts with one simple step 🌿

Pilates and yoga offers a gentle yet powerful way to strengthen your body, improve flexibility, and support your overall wellbeing.

It’s not just about exercise — it’s about showing up for yourself and being welcomed and included by everyone while feeling comfortable and encouraged.

Join a class, meet friendly, like-minded people, and enjoy the journey toward better health together. You don’t have to do it alone — your community is waiting 💛

Don’t forget you can try my live online yoga and Pilates at home or I can send you a recording.



More information:
https://www.kevalahealth.com.au

Hello everyone😀I’ve been asked to add my up-to-date yoga & Pilates timetable to the top of my FaceBook page.These yoga &...
20/04/2026

Hello everyone😀

I’ve been asked to add my up-to-date yoga &
Pilates timetable to the top of my FaceBook page.

These yoga & pilates classes are either live
online or face-to-face on Russell Island.

🌟Suitable for beginners.

More information on my website

https://www.kevalahealth.com.au

🌟Don’t forget to checkout my new kevala tree Tees & tank tops in my shop.

https://www.kevalahealth.com.au/kevala-health-online-shop

Feeling stressed or pushing too much?CALM your nervous system with the Recline Bound Angle yoga pose. (Also known as Rec...
09/04/2026

Feeling stressed or pushing too much?

CALM your nervous system with the Recline Bound Angle yoga pose. (Also known as Recline Butterfly) 😇

One of the best yoga poses for grounding, calming, self-acceptance and healing.💜

A deeply relaxing yoga pose to help you release
and relax the hips and heart, and encourage contentment and acceptance.

💜Repeat these affirmations quietly, while holding this relaxing pose for 3-5 minutes.
“I am enough”
“I am calm & content”
“I accept my whole self”
Or choose your own words.

Practice daily to feel the benefits of this
beautiful yoga poses.

TIPS:
*Use blankets rolled under back if you dont have
a bolster.
*Use a small bolster/blanket under tight backs.
*Use a pillow under the head if neck/shoulders/upper back is tight.
*Use pillows under legs to help relax the hips.

https://www.kevalahealth.com.au

14-days free online yoga & pilates classes.
Or first class free on Russell Island.


Be like a tree🌳 Let go of your old leaves (your resistance and hardness) to prepare for new growth, just like a tree.How...
27/03/2026

Be like a tree🌳

Let go of your old leaves (your resistance and hardness) to prepare for new growth, just like a tree.

How often do we say we want change, we want peace, or better life?
When we hold onto same thinking, patterns, reactions or attachments, nothing will change!

Let go of what is draining your peace.
Let go of the habits make you feel stuck.
Let go of any harmful cravings.
Let go of negative self-talk.

When we release the old, we create space for
the new, and the healing and growth begins.
Our clarity of mind returns and our true self awakens.

Be like Tree:
🌳 Stay grounded
🌲Bend before you break
🌴Enjoy your uniqueness
🌱Let go of old leaves and grow

You can learn more on how to let go in my online yoga classes or yoga on Russell island.

https://www.kevalahealth.com.au

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24/03/2026

Are you Over 50? You need to Strengthen & Stretch your hips more!

Weak and tight hips is a common issue for over 50, which can affect your walking, cause knee and lower back issues, and increase risk of falls!

This Pilates exercise is perfect way to strengthen the important hip muscles such as the glute medius (side hip muscle) and hip flexors (front hip), plus work your other core muscles!

In this video my Pilates members are demonstrating wide leg raises with resistance band.

Tips:
1. Keep head/shoulders on ground if you have neck/shoulder issues.
2. Pilates beginners can perform this exercise without the resistance band.
3. Beginners can start with half movements.
4. Avoid arching lower back on ground.
5. Move slowly & smoothly & engage core.
6. Don’t forget to do your slow diaphragm Breathing!
7. Use a pillow under head if neck-shoulders are tight.

Learn more great Pilates resistance band exercises for over 50 in my live-stream online classes or on Russell island.

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18/03/2026

It’s time to slow down

🍁 Autumn Yoga 🍁

🍁Time to let go of our old layers, like trees let go of their leaves in Autumn.
🍁Time to slow down and be gentle.
🍁Time to nourish your mind & body.

My Top 3 yoga poses for Autumn are:

1. Puppy with twist: Pillow under head. Top arm either bent, straight or placed behind back.
2. Supported Fish pose: Pillow under head when your neck/shoulders/upper back is tight. Choose either bent legs, straight or butterfly.
3. Legs-up-the-wall: Optional bolster under hips. Legs can be close or wide.

Hold each pose for 2-3 minutes.

Our mind & body can feel unbalanced during Autumn season. Good time to let go of what is no longer nourishing you and boost your immune system.

Learn more about Autumn yoga poses in my live-stream yoga classes or Yoga on Russell Island.

https://www.kevalahealth.com.au

You can also included the alternate nostril breathing to help you feel more balanced and calm before you practice these yoga postures.

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16/03/2026

Why Strengthen your glutes?

It’s important to strengthen your glutes (buttock muscles) when we get older to reduce lower back, hip and knee issues.

Strong glutes help support your spine, prevent injuries, stabilise your hips, improve your posture and walking.
Plus can shape-up the buttocks 😀

Key exercises to strengthen the buttocks are:
Bridges
Squats
Lunges
Clams
Deadlifts

Let’s talk about bridges

🌟BEGINNERS: Keep both feet on ground and lift hips and hold (traditional bridge).
Engage your core and breathe.

🌟One-leg bridge tips:
Keep hips level & stable.
Press heel on ground evenly.
Engage your core & move slowly.

🌟Try this resistance band exercise for 15-20 reps on each leg.

(Don’t do one-leg bridges if there’s lower back, hip, knee issues)

Learn more about bridges and the fun variations in my yoga & Pilates classes on Russel Island or live-stream online classes.

14-days free trial with online classes now.
https://www.kevalahealth.com.au

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12/03/2026

Yoga bolster stretches for your lower back and hips.

💜This is my favourite short yoga sequence for hips and lower back using a bolster.

Using a bolster (or folded blankets), under the hips provides support and allows for deeper stretches.

Setup: Place bolster or folder blankets under your lower back/top of hips.
🌟Video 1: Start with wide knee rolls slowly for around 1 minute or longer.

🌟Video 2: Hold single knee to chest for 1-2 minutes. You can bend straight leg if you are tight or have sensitive lower back.

🌟Video 3: Elevate the legs and hold 2-3minutes. You can place your legs against the wall for more restorative.
Perfect way to improve circulation!

Always allow the breath to guide you. Slow, gentle breaths for deeper release.
You can do anytime of the day.

Learn more bolster stretches in my online yoga & Pilates classes or on Russell Island.

https://www.kevalahealth.com.au



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08/03/2026

🌟Squats with a ball🌟

Squats are number one exercise for aging!

What are the benefits of performing squats with ball between thighs?

1. Improves technique
2. Fires up your core
3. Joint-friendly for knees & hips
4. Inner thighs work more

Squats are great for strengthening legs, hips, core, & muscles around the knees.
Plus squats indirectly strengthen our bones (reduce Osteo).

🌟Important tips:
Beginner can use a wall for back support.
Use good breathing technique (slow, even breaths).
Engage your core.
Bend at hips first (imagine you are sitting back on a chair).
Press feet evenly & avoid lifting heels off floor.

🌟Variations:
Can hold hand weights for more resistance.
Hold longer (20s-2+min).
Can use a yoga block between thighs.

Learn more about squats in my online yoga & Pilates classes or on Russell Island.
https://www.kevalahealth.com.au


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05/03/2026

Sleeping Deer Pose

Also known as reclining Deer pose. This is a
Restorative hip opener, twist and forward bend.

Perfect Autumn yoga pose to Practise to help you let go, destress, and feel grounded.🌺

Steps:
1. Start with sitting with one leg bent Infront and other leg bent to side. 90/90 degree bend at hips & knees. Sit on a blanket/pillow if hips/knees are tight.
2. Place your bolster/blankets next to side hip and gently twist from your belly to face your bolster.
3. Slowly fold forwards and turn head to face same side as knees. You can place a pillow under head for more support.

ACTIVATES:
Root chakra, Sacral chakra and solar plexus. Liver & gall bladder meridians.

Releases PSOAS hip flexor, lower and middle back muscles and promotes deep relaxation.

Hold between 2-5 minutes each side and breathe slowly and evenly.

Remember your breathe will guide you and nourish you 💜

Learn more in my online yoga & Pilates classes or on Russell Island.

https://www.kevalahealth.com.au



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28/02/2026

Why practice Pilates with Jodie at Kevala Health?

We are offering a fantastic incentive to get you on the path to a stronger and healthier YOU !!

Kevala Health is offering new students a 14 DAY FREE TRIAL ON ALL PILATES/YOGA CLASSES AT OUR ONLINE STUDIO so you can see for yourself the many benefits of Pilates and Yoga.

Our pilates and yoga classes are available at our Russell Island Studio or the very popular Online Studio - each class is highly adaptable for all ages and fitness levels, offering low-impact, high-reward workouts that build core strength, improve mobility, and increase flexibility. It is particularly effective for seniors and beginners, incorporating modifications to suit each persons specific physical needs, while still maintaining the needs of experienced participants.

So come and join us and feel the many benefits of our online classes at Kavala Health which include -
Strengthen the core
Reduce lower back issues
Improve stability & balance
Strengthen around hips
Improves posture
Enhances coordination
Shape-up the body.

https://www.kevalahealth.com.au/about-pilates

Kevala Health

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Russell Island, QLD
4184

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 12:30pm
Sunday 9am - 4:45pm

Telephone

+61413589347

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