The Linden Gallery Studio,
Upstairs at the rear of 26 Acland Street.
Teacher Background and Teaching Style
Soul Train Yoga - Asana (Postures) Philosophy
Yoga should be accessible to everyone.  Postures should be dynamic enough to cater to each individuals body type and condition.  There is a standard version of the pose that we're aiming for but we will all experience that pose differently; due to our proportions, flexibilities and mental/emotional condition.  We need to work with what we have and make adjustments according to where we are.  We need to reach out of the box of what's the "right way", because what is the right way for one, may not be the right way for another.  That's the beauty of yoga, we can all be working to our own level but together in the class.

Teaching Style:  Hatha

Based on Hatha Yoga, Soul Train Yoga classes are strong classes that  incorporate meditation, pranayama (breathwork), yoga philosophy and an understanding of anatomy & physiology  into the practice.   Each class has a different theme as we work to balance the body and mind.  During the classes we focus equally on creating strength and space in the body and mind.  There is a strong focus on alignment and students are encouraged to explore each pose.  All of the postures are introduced as new, then the more advanced students are instructed into the extended versions of the pose. The classes intend to leave you feeling strong, centered and re-energised.

About the Teacher - Alison Ritchie
A registered yoga teacher in Australia with the Yoga Teachers Association of Australia, Alison has an Advanced Diploma in Yoga Teaching from The Australian Yoga Academy and an Intermediate Teaching Certificate from Knoff Yoga with master yogi Nicky Knoff, in Cairns.  Originally from Scotland, Alison has been living in locally  for the last 8 years.

Teachers Qualifications:
Advanced Diploma of Yoga Teaching, Australian Yoga Academy, Glen Waverley.
Specialist subjects: Qualified to teach prenatal & postnatal, kids and seniors yoga.
Intermediate Teaching Certificate - Knoff Yoga
Registered Yoga Teacher in Australia with the Yoga Teachers Association of  Australia.
First Aid Level I & CPR
Auryvedic Intro to Nutrition
Honors Degree in Physics (Heriot-Watt University, Scotland).
Introduction to Radio - Melbourne Radio School (AFTRS)
Introduction to Crystal Healing

Teaching Specialty:
Yoga Boot Camp
Prenatal Yoga
Mums & Bubs Yoga
Wedding & Hen's Day Yoga
Yoga for Golfers
Private tuition



Alison Ritchie