Heart and Soul Health Clubs Founder – Tony Cordin
A second generation gym owner, Tony started working in the fitness industry at age 16. With a proven history as a Personal Trainer, Instructor, Educator, Manager and Club Consultant Tony has committed his life to improving the quality of lives for others. Starting the Heart and Soul Brand in 2006 after a personal dissatisfaction with the way the Fitness Industry was heading, Tony has created a sanctuary for everybody. “The first thing I want my members to learn is certainty, certainty that they belong at Heart and Soul.” Tony is a world of knowledge always educating others to support them in succeeding.
Interests out of the gym include; yoga, 4WD, foot & bike adventures out of reception, fishing & car projects.
A second generation gym owner, Tony started working in the fitness industry at age 16. With a proven history as a Personal Trainer, Instructor, Educator, Manager and Club Consultant Tony has committed his life to improving the quality of lives for others. Starting the Heart and Soul Brand in 2006 after a personal dissatisfaction with the way the Fitness Industry was heading, Tony has created a sanctuary for everybody. “The first thing I want my members to learn is certainty, certainty that they belong at Heart and Soul.” Tony is a world of knowledge always educating others to support them in succeeding.
Interests out of the gym include; yoga, 4WD, foot & bike adventures out of reception, fishing & car projects.
Heart and Soul Health Clubs Manager - Jana Pemberton
Jana completed a Bachelor in Sports Business at ACPE in 2015. She is an enthusiastic, bright and bubbly problem solver always willing to help others. Jana is responsible for ensuring the ship sails smoothly for both our clubs.
Jana’s interests include; business, lifting weights, food and family.
Jana completed a Bachelor in Sports Business at ACPE in 2015. She is an enthusiastic, bright and bubbly problem solver always willing to help others. Jana is responsible for ensuring the ship sails smoothly for both our clubs.
Jana’s interests include; business, lifting weights, food and family.
Crows Nest Personal Trainer, Rehabilitation Specialist, Sports Massage Therapy - Neil Eden
Neil has been in the fitness industry for over 15 years as a tennis coach and now as Personal Trainer and a Sports Massage Therapist. Neil has competed in an ironman, 10 marathons, strongman, powerlifting and recently a physique competition, raising over twenty thousand dollars for charities. This has taught him many skills that he looks to pass on to clients to make their sessions as specific to their training needs to achieve their short and long term goals. Neil now specializes in rehabilitation of specific illnesses and injuries to improve a client’s day to day living, fitness, strength and mobility. Neil believes in improving his client’s quality of life by sharing his vast experience and knowledge that he has gained throughout his career.
Areas of Expertise: Rehabilitation from illness and injury, strength and conditioning, circuit training, triathlon & marathon coaching, illness & injury recovery & prevention, sports massage therapy, stroke & cancer strength & conditioning, specific training & nutrition plans, fat loss, flexibility & mobility.
Follow the link below for Client Testimonials:
http://www.heartandsoulhealthclubs.com.au/testimonials.html
Neil has been in the fitness industry for over 15 years as a tennis coach and now as Personal Trainer and a Sports Massage Therapist. Neil has competed in an ironman, 10 marathons, strongman, powerlifting and recently a physique competition, raising over twenty thousand dollars for charities. This has taught him many skills that he looks to pass on to clients to make their sessions as specific to their training needs to achieve their short and long term goals. Neil now specializes in rehabilitation of specific illnesses and injuries to improve a client’s day to day living, fitness, strength and mobility. Neil believes in improving his client’s quality of life by sharing his vast experience and knowledge that he has gained throughout his career.
Areas of Expertise: Rehabilitation from illness and injury, strength and conditioning, circuit training, triathlon & marathon coaching, illness & injury recovery & prevention, sports massage therapy, stroke & cancer strength & conditioning, specific training & nutrition plans, fat loss, flexibility & mobility.
Follow the link below for Client Testimonials:
http://www.heartandsoulhealthclubs.com.au/testimonials.html
Byron Bay Personal Trainer - Egon Meerschaert
Egon started training Muay Thai at the age of 16 and competed in both Muay Thai and MMA until his mid 20's. He discovered Yoga at first to get more flexible but was soon convinced of its healing effect as he experienced a recovery of chronic injuries and a quieting of his busy, competitive mind. This clarity led him to pursue his passion and become a trainer after he completed a Bachelors Degree in Event Marketing in 2009. He started re-educating and by 2013 he had his professional job in the field of Crossfit and Personal Training. In the same year he caught the Ashtanga Yoga virus and decided to do a 300hr Yoga Teacher Training aswell. Driven by a a more holistic approach to fitness he began integrating more mobility training and gymnastics into his programming. Until today his approach to fitness is very therapeutic with a strong focus on creating healthy movement patterns and building functional strength. He encourages his clients to be mindful about the way they train and treat their body, heart & soul. Egon likes: practicing ashtanga yoga early in the morning, Gymnastics & Mobility based strength training, Inspiring people to move better and laugh more, Hiking and growing his own vegetables. He holds certificates in Personal Training, Vinyasa Yoga, Crossfit and Trx training.
Egon started training Muay Thai at the age of 16 and competed in both Muay Thai and MMA until his mid 20's. He discovered Yoga at first to get more flexible but was soon convinced of its healing effect as he experienced a recovery of chronic injuries and a quieting of his busy, competitive mind. This clarity led him to pursue his passion and become a trainer after he completed a Bachelors Degree in Event Marketing in 2009. He started re-educating and by 2013 he had his professional job in the field of Crossfit and Personal Training. In the same year he caught the Ashtanga Yoga virus and decided to do a 300hr Yoga Teacher Training aswell. Driven by a a more holistic approach to fitness he began integrating more mobility training and gymnastics into his programming. Until today his approach to fitness is very therapeutic with a strong focus on creating healthy movement patterns and building functional strength. He encourages his clients to be mindful about the way they train and treat their body, heart & soul. Egon likes: practicing ashtanga yoga early in the morning, Gymnastics & Mobility based strength training, Inspiring people to move better and laugh more, Hiking and growing his own vegetables. He holds certificates in Personal Training, Vinyasa Yoga, Crossfit and Trx training.
Crows Nest Yoga Instructor - Katie Brehm
Students enjoy Katies warm-calming energy, our German native and another one of our incredible yoga instructors. Katie fell in love with Yoga at the age of eighteen. In 2012 Katie walked out of her comfort zone as a Sales Manager and decided to follow her passion to become a professional Yoga Instructor and extend her knowledge of body well-being in Germany, India and Australia. When not teaching Yoga and meditation, Katie is working as a Holistic Bodyworker. This well trained unique human being makes sure each student feels as an individual. Katie has a wealth of different kind of yoga styles, certified with over 700 hours of t training provides Katie incredible adjustment in her classes. Each class will give you inspiration for more awareness of your breath, body, mind and soul. You will improve your strength and flexibility physically and within. Katie believes in living life and treating her students with truth, love and passion.
Students enjoy Katies warm-calming energy, our German native and another one of our incredible yoga instructors. Katie fell in love with Yoga at the age of eighteen. In 2012 Katie walked out of her comfort zone as a Sales Manager and decided to follow her passion to become a professional Yoga Instructor and extend her knowledge of body well-being in Germany, India and Australia. When not teaching Yoga and meditation, Katie is working as a Holistic Bodyworker. This well trained unique human being makes sure each student feels as an individual. Katie has a wealth of different kind of yoga styles, certified with over 700 hours of t training provides Katie incredible adjustment in her classes. Each class will give you inspiration for more awareness of your breath, body, mind and soul. You will improve your strength and flexibility physically and within. Katie believes in living life and treating her students with truth, love and passion.
Crows Nest Yoga Instructor - Ana Luna
“Now is the time for yoga”
This is my second year as an Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga instructor. I did my training and practice in Mexico and now I’m exploring yoga in Australia. I’ve had the honor to teach kids, adults and also talk to sports coaches and athletes about the benefits of yoga. played soccer for over 20 years and had the time of my life until I had surgery in both knees, however I can still play and feel great thanks to my practice. Yoga brought movement back to my body, heart and mind and is why I want to share my practice with you. I am open and willing to bring movement to my body through yoga. It is when I am most confident, happy and feeling the energy of love. With every OM and every asana I am assuming that I am in the present moment. The challenge is to practice yoga in my everyday life, both on and off my mat, the challenge is just to be. I am very grateful for having the knowledge and understanding the power of using my dristhi, asanas and breathe to keep my body and mind in balance. I can maintain this loving way of life, the only thing I have to do is practice and teach it because after all, the only real thing is love, and if through my practice, my yoga practice, I can live, feel and give love, then I am fulfilled and ready to share this with whomever is ready to let yoga do them, let yoga do you.
“Now is the time for yoga”
This is my second year as an Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga instructor. I did my training and practice in Mexico and now I’m exploring yoga in Australia. I’ve had the honor to teach kids, adults and also talk to sports coaches and athletes about the benefits of yoga. played soccer for over 20 years and had the time of my life until I had surgery in both knees, however I can still play and feel great thanks to my practice. Yoga brought movement back to my body, heart and mind and is why I want to share my practice with you. I am open and willing to bring movement to my body through yoga. It is when I am most confident, happy and feeling the energy of love. With every OM and every asana I am assuming that I am in the present moment. The challenge is to practice yoga in my everyday life, both on and off my mat, the challenge is just to be. I am very grateful for having the knowledge and understanding the power of using my dristhi, asanas and breathe to keep my body and mind in balance. I can maintain this loving way of life, the only thing I have to do is practice and teach it because after all, the only real thing is love, and if through my practice, my yoga practice, I can live, feel and give love, then I am fulfilled and ready to share this with whomever is ready to let yoga do them, let yoga do you.
Crows Nest Yoga Instructor - Aya Itakura
Aya’s yoga journey began in Tokyo in 2001. Aya has practiced various body work methods including Yoga, Pilates, Core Condition, and subsequently started teaching in 2006. Aya’s teaching method is to break down each asana into individual components, to allow each student to gain a deeper understanding of their own body condition, requirements and needs. Aya’s goal is to offer an environment that allows for a personalised yoga experience tailored to each individual’s particular requirements.
Aya’s yoga journey began in Tokyo in 2001. Aya has practiced various body work methods including Yoga, Pilates, Core Condition, and subsequently started teaching in 2006. Aya’s teaching method is to break down each asana into individual components, to allow each student to gain a deeper understanding of their own body condition, requirements and needs. Aya’s goal is to offer an environment that allows for a personalised yoga experience tailored to each individual’s particular requirements.
Byron Bay Yoga Instructor - Sydoni Smith
Sydoni has been teaching Yoga for 16 years. Her approach and teaching style has evolved over 30 years of consistent Yoga practice and study. She is a deeply committed and experienced teacher, practitioner & eternal student of Yoga who has learnt under the guidance of globally recognised Yoga teaching authorities. Sydoni holds a Bachelor in Human Movement majoring in Sports Science and has a Diploma an Applied Anatomy and Physiology for Yoga. Her knowledge of Yoga and teaching reflects a deep insight developed through dedicated, vigilant practice, study and research. Sydoni began practicing Hatha Yoga which has been consistently present in her practice for 30 years. Her practice and study extended into the style of Iyengar which then flowed into the Ashtanga Vinyasa system under the instruction & supervision of her favourite teacher Dena Kingsberg. Sydoni has spent 19 years practicing Ashtanga Vinyasa at varied intensity. Sydoni’s style of teaching extends wisdom and insight from these systems. Essentially following a Raja Yoga approach, her classes are dynamic and flowing in nature, with a strong grounding in scientific principles of stretching, strengthening and conditioning. With a deep respect, knowledge and practice of yoga Sydoni shares lovingly to all her students. As an avid Vipassana Meditator and practicing Buddhist for 33 years, Sydoni’s further qualifications are extensive and varied with a broad scope of studies. Her teaching experience includes Swimming Coaching & Brazilian Martial Art form Capoeira. She qualified as a Pool Lifeguard & Fitness Instructor completing training through The Royal Life Saving Society. Further studies in Education at Southern Cross University included Movement Skills, Teaching & Learning, Special Education, Drug & Alcohol Education, Education studies, Behavioural Analysis, & Educational Technology. Currently Sydoni is completing a ‘Masters of Teaching’ to further develop her wisdom as a teacher in all areas
Sydoni has been teaching Yoga for 16 years. Her approach and teaching style has evolved over 30 years of consistent Yoga practice and study. She is a deeply committed and experienced teacher, practitioner & eternal student of Yoga who has learnt under the guidance of globally recognised Yoga teaching authorities. Sydoni holds a Bachelor in Human Movement majoring in Sports Science and has a Diploma an Applied Anatomy and Physiology for Yoga. Her knowledge of Yoga and teaching reflects a deep insight developed through dedicated, vigilant practice, study and research. Sydoni began practicing Hatha Yoga which has been consistently present in her practice for 30 years. Her practice and study extended into the style of Iyengar which then flowed into the Ashtanga Vinyasa system under the instruction & supervision of her favourite teacher Dena Kingsberg. Sydoni has spent 19 years practicing Ashtanga Vinyasa at varied intensity. Sydoni’s style of teaching extends wisdom and insight from these systems. Essentially following a Raja Yoga approach, her classes are dynamic and flowing in nature, with a strong grounding in scientific principles of stretching, strengthening and conditioning. With a deep respect, knowledge and practice of yoga Sydoni shares lovingly to all her students. As an avid Vipassana Meditator and practicing Buddhist for 33 years, Sydoni’s further qualifications are extensive and varied with a broad scope of studies. Her teaching experience includes Swimming Coaching & Brazilian Martial Art form Capoeira. She qualified as a Pool Lifeguard & Fitness Instructor completing training through The Royal Life Saving Society. Further studies in Education at Southern Cross University included Movement Skills, Teaching & Learning, Special Education, Drug & Alcohol Education, Education studies, Behavioural Analysis, & Educational Technology. Currently Sydoni is completing a ‘Masters of Teaching’ to further develop her wisdom as a teacher in all areas
Byron Bay Yoga Instructor - Eva Paterson
I began to practice yoga in 2004 and have continued to do so for the past 13years. Discovering that through the union of body, movement, breath and consciousness I could joyfully connect with my inner self and find deeper connection with others. I completed a 200hr YTT in July 2014 with Louisa Sear and Lucy Roberts of Yoga Arts and began teaching soon after. Always passionate and searching to learn and go deeper I completed a 30 hour Bhakti yoga training with Edo and Jo in May 2015 and continue to attend workshops and immersions to further enhance my practice, teaching and knowledge. I am a strong believer in the importance of taking good care of ourselves and cultivating self love as we navigate through our lives. I completed a Bachelor of Clinical Science majoring in Human Nutrition and Complementary Medicine in 2015 at SCU including remedial massage and anatomy. As the mother of two beautiful young girls I find yoga practice and philosophy to be incredibly nourishing and enriching. I hope to offer and create a loving environment for growth through a dynamic, balanced Hatha/Vinyasa class.
I began to practice yoga in 2004 and have continued to do so for the past 13years. Discovering that through the union of body, movement, breath and consciousness I could joyfully connect with my inner self and find deeper connection with others. I completed a 200hr YTT in July 2014 with Louisa Sear and Lucy Roberts of Yoga Arts and began teaching soon after. Always passionate and searching to learn and go deeper I completed a 30 hour Bhakti yoga training with Edo and Jo in May 2015 and continue to attend workshops and immersions to further enhance my practice, teaching and knowledge. I am a strong believer in the importance of taking good care of ourselves and cultivating self love as we navigate through our lives. I completed a Bachelor of Clinical Science majoring in Human Nutrition and Complementary Medicine in 2015 at SCU including remedial massage and anatomy. As the mother of two beautiful young girls I find yoga practice and philosophy to be incredibly nourishing and enriching. I hope to offer and create a loving environment for growth through a dynamic, balanced Hatha/Vinyasa class.
Byron Bay Yoga Instructor - Tony Dennis
Tony found his personal yoga practice in 1992 while practicing Iyengar Yoga in Melbourne with Isabelle Danko. Along his journey, there have been investigations into Synergy Yoga with Simon Borg-Olivier and the practice of Shadow Yoga, developed by Shandor Remete. Years of studying Tibetan Buddhism with his root guru Geshe Doga at Melbourne's Tara Institute also colour his approach to Yoga along with Tai Chi and Martial Arts training. Tony studied his 200 YTT with Shiva Shakti Yoga under the auspices of Nick Sadashiv Bradley and Diana Radha Bradley. Upon completion, he jumped straight into teaching at the Shiva Shakti studio. With an emphasis on Intention, breathing, alignment and meditation, Tony aims to provide classes which attend to the the mind body and soul. He encourages students to play with their edge and achieve their full potential while providing a safe, encouraging and non-judgemental environment. Continually inspired by Yoga's transformative power, Tony hopes to continue the ever deepening journey into Yoga and share what he finds with as many people as possible.
Tony found his personal yoga practice in 1992 while practicing Iyengar Yoga in Melbourne with Isabelle Danko. Along his journey, there have been investigations into Synergy Yoga with Simon Borg-Olivier and the practice of Shadow Yoga, developed by Shandor Remete. Years of studying Tibetan Buddhism with his root guru Geshe Doga at Melbourne's Tara Institute also colour his approach to Yoga along with Tai Chi and Martial Arts training. Tony studied his 200 YTT with Shiva Shakti Yoga under the auspices of Nick Sadashiv Bradley and Diana Radha Bradley. Upon completion, he jumped straight into teaching at the Shiva Shakti studio. With an emphasis on Intention, breathing, alignment and meditation, Tony aims to provide classes which attend to the the mind body and soul. He encourages students to play with their edge and achieve their full potential while providing a safe, encouraging and non-judgemental environment. Continually inspired by Yoga's transformative power, Tony hopes to continue the ever deepening journey into Yoga and share what he finds with as many people as possible.
Byron Bay Yoga Instructor - Belinda Houthuysen
Yoga has been a constant practice in Belinda’s life now for many years. Her first encounter with yoga was 8 years ago. After steady and continued practice Belinda noticed an increase in strength, happiness and peace. Whilst living in Byron Bay Belinda completed a Certificate 1 and Certificate 2 at Purna Yoga School, and then a further 200hrs of Yoga Teacher Training at Creature Yoga Byron Bay. Belinda is grateful and passionate about yoga. Her classes are playful, flowing and creative, like a dance that leaves the body strong, the mind still, the emotions steady and the heart open and joyful. Her intention is to guide people into a place of peace, strength, no judgement or expectation and allow students to challenge themselves as much as they would like to. Belinda creates a space that invites students to step off their mat feeling refreshed, balanced with sense of peace, contentment and stronger in all aspects of mind, body, and spirit.
Yoga has been a constant practice in Belinda’s life now for many years. Her first encounter with yoga was 8 years ago. After steady and continued practice Belinda noticed an increase in strength, happiness and peace. Whilst living in Byron Bay Belinda completed a Certificate 1 and Certificate 2 at Purna Yoga School, and then a further 200hrs of Yoga Teacher Training at Creature Yoga Byron Bay. Belinda is grateful and passionate about yoga. Her classes are playful, flowing and creative, like a dance that leaves the body strong, the mind still, the emotions steady and the heart open and joyful. Her intention is to guide people into a place of peace, strength, no judgement or expectation and allow students to challenge themselves as much as they would like to. Belinda creates a space that invites students to step off their mat feeling refreshed, balanced with sense of peace, contentment and stronger in all aspects of mind, body, and spirit.
Byron Bay Yoga Instructor - Dianne Lane
My Intention in training and teaching Yin Yoga Is to give more permission to allow Yin, to enter into my life, to feel my gentleness, to embrace strength and flexibility (in both mind and spirit) and to use the sacred breath to support Chi to flow more freely through my body, healing deep within the tissue. After practicing Bikram/Hatha Yoga (which is very Yang) for 15 years and teaching for 4 years, I felt the desire to let go of the feelings of “I need to be strong” and “held together” at all times, and incorporate more balance to my own personal practice by including more of the Yin side of yoga.
It was time to allow the body to surrender to the stillness and support gentleness and more healing towards, myself and the people around me. My new journey began a year ago. After completing 500hr training (to become a Bikram Teacher) I was then offered the chance of becoming a Yin Teacher; under the guide of Melanie McLauchlin. After many years of Bikram I was craving a much gentler approach/experience to my Yoga practice and I now love to share this beautiful practice with my students.
My Intention in training and teaching Yin Yoga Is to give more permission to allow Yin, to enter into my life, to feel my gentleness, to embrace strength and flexibility (in both mind and spirit) and to use the sacred breath to support Chi to flow more freely through my body, healing deep within the tissue. After practicing Bikram/Hatha Yoga (which is very Yang) for 15 years and teaching for 4 years, I felt the desire to let go of the feelings of “I need to be strong” and “held together” at all times, and incorporate more balance to my own personal practice by including more of the Yin side of yoga.
It was time to allow the body to surrender to the stillness and support gentleness and more healing towards, myself and the people around me. My new journey began a year ago. After completing 500hr training (to become a Bikram Teacher) I was then offered the chance of becoming a Yin Teacher; under the guide of Melanie McLauchlin. After many years of Bikram I was craving a much gentler approach/experience to my Yoga practice and I now love to share this beautiful practice with my students.
Byron Bay Yoga Instructor - Gabriella Reis De Bonis
Gabriela became a Yoga teacher in India under the guidance of her inspiring teachers and Masters. Through her studies Gabriela began a yoga journey of self realisation. She has since been practicing for nearly 10 years. Gabriela is passionate about sharing her devotion for Yoga and teaches an authentic, deep, meaningful, loving practice. She is dedicated to creating a nurturing and safe, heartfelt space for students that facilitates inward focus and exploration of the body, mind and spirit. Gabriela teaches all level of practitioners, offer a healing space free of judgement, where students feel safe, grounded and loved. She encourages self study and divine connection. Gabriela’s class offers an opportunity to quiet the mind and get to know the self, because by knowing the self, we know truth. And the only way for truth is in our heart, our wide open heart.
Gabriela became a Yoga teacher in India under the guidance of her inspiring teachers and Masters. Through her studies Gabriela began a yoga journey of self realisation. She has since been practicing for nearly 10 years. Gabriela is passionate about sharing her devotion for Yoga and teaches an authentic, deep, meaningful, loving practice. She is dedicated to creating a nurturing and safe, heartfelt space for students that facilitates inward focus and exploration of the body, mind and spirit. Gabriela teaches all level of practitioners, offer a healing space free of judgement, where students feel safe, grounded and loved. She encourages self study and divine connection. Gabriela’s class offers an opportunity to quiet the mind and get to know the self, because by knowing the self, we know truth. And the only way for truth is in our heart, our wide open heart.