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Ray of Light
 Contact & Location Information
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| Contact Name | Rachel Nokes |
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| Address |
20 Cope PL Bulli 2516 |
| Servicing Areas | Bulli, New South Wales |
| Mobile | 0414 585 688 |
Small Classes
Experienced Teacher
Ray of Light
Yoga Classes
Yoga Class Schedule : .
The yoga room is set in the tranquility of the rainforest at Rachel's home. Classes have a maximum of 12 students. Rachel teaches a flowing style of yoga which is heavily influenced by the Jivamukti method and Viniyoga traditions.
Beginners Course - register your interest
Want to learn yoga posutres or refresh your practice? Enjoy discovering the many benefits of yoga! Learn the foundational asanas (poses), pranayama (breathing), meditation and deep relaxation. Offered as a course building week by week focusing on alignment and safety so that you can establish a solid foundation for your life long practice. Rachel offers hand on adjustments and classes finish with a blissful temple massage. Courses run 4 times per year. To be notified of dates join Ray of Lights mailling list via the Contat me tab.
Dynamic Vinyasa
Vinyasa "flow" yoga classes are beautiful breath inspired adventures, embodying wave like sequencing of strength, fluidity and grace. Discover your own groove within the collecitve pulse as you explore this potent evolutionary approach to yoga. Vinyasa yoga empowers you to go deeper- to exhilerate and detox your body, cultivate endurance, surrender and open your heart. You will embrace yoga and life with renewed energy and freedom. Includes pranayama, mediation, deep relaxation, inspirational readings and chanting. Rachel offers hands on adjustments and classes finish with a blissful temple massage. Wednesdays 7pm, Thursday 9.45am & Saturday 9am see time table for more info or book in via the Contact me tab.
Gentle Flow
A seamless combination of mellow poses, breathing and relaxation to rgenerate your body and nervous system, bringing deep calm. This practices draws on softness with strength, inner balancing and outer stillness. Warming the body with some gentle flowing sequences and using props to support the body allows the postures to be held passively for sustained periods of time encouraging softness and internal release. Watch tension melt away as you nurture and open your body, connect with your breath and discover a deep bliss and calm. This class is suitable for pregnant, beginners through to advanced students. Mondays at 7pm see time table for more infomation or book in via the Contact me tab.
Family Yoga - 14th April, 12th May, 9th June 10.30am - 11.45am
Yoga is an amazing tool to promote self awareness, self esteem, body awareness and ultimarely self love. When yoga is presented to children these things are nurtured and supported. Rachel uses story telling, music and play in the kids yoga classes making them really fun. Rachel runs family yoga classes throughout the year join the mailing list via the Contact me tab to be infomed of dates.
Yoga Therapy
Yoga Therapy is the application of yoga to specific health concerns. It combines traditional yoga with modern medicine to provide an effective method for managing and alleviating a wide variety of ailments.
Yoga Therapy can alleviate many health issues - for other conditions it can be restorative or palliative. Whereas ordinary yoga classes can be beneficial for general health, Yoga Therapy focuses on an individual’s particular health needs given their own condition.
Yoga Therapy uses a series of simple gentle postures, breathing exercises, meditation, relaxation and other techniques which empower you to look after your own health and well-being. It is this self-healing that will help to promote the restoration of a balance between your mind and your body
Following a consultation to determine presenting conditions, health and lifestyle factors a structured programme is tailored for you which is appropriate for your needs.
Counselling
I have been working as a therapist for 10 years and have learned many different approaches. I draw from these approaches to address the specific needs of the indivdual, couple or family with whom i'm working.
All of these are strengths-base in the sense that they do not conceptualize "pathology" within a person but rather see indivuduals as doing the best they can within the circumstances in with they find themselves.
I incorporated aspects of the Milan Systemic approach, Narrative, Emotional Freedom Technque. I have also been influenced by the Solution Focused approach, Mindfulness, Cogntive Behaviour Therapy, Art Therapy, Yoga & Buddhist Psychologly and Neuro Science.
What issues bring people to therapy?
They experience negative feelings such as depression, anxiety, panic, stress, prolonged grief.
They would like to reflect on past or current relationships and learn new ways relating, developing healthier relationships. They are seeking to feel better about them selves, increase self esteem, ablility to trust or experiencing intimacy.
They have memories about a distrubing or traumatic event that they are seeling to leave the associated bad feelings behind them and more on in life.
More Info : .
Ayurveda
Yoga and Ayurveda are ancient sister sciences.They reveal the art of living to the fullest. They are based on universal principles and teach us how to balance body, mind, and energy.
Ayurveda is a living system of natural medicine that empowers us to heal ourselves. It is a user-friendly system that makes complete sense.. Ayurveda specialises in personal freedom through yoga, meditation, chanting and the sensory arts such as music, dancing, cooking, eating and playing.
In these sessions you will learn how to align yourself with natural rhythms. You will learn how to awaken the senses, detoxify, de-stress, vitalize and relax deeply with yogic and ayurvedic regimens. You will learn how to modify your yoga practice, your diet and your lifestyle. You will discover and refine understanding of your own unique constitution and imbalances. And based on this wisdom, you can enjoy greater health and peace of mind.
More Info : .
About Rachel Nokes
I attended my first yoga class in London with a friend in 1999. I've practiced on and off since then, my practice became part of my daily life after a spending 4 months in India in 2006 where i studied at the Sivananda ashram in Kerala Southern India.
On my return to Australia I embarked on a teacher training course with Samadhi Yoga in Newtown lead by Katie Manitsas. Having studied gymnastic's and gymastic coaching for many years it felt natural for me to get back in touch with my physical body. Through my study at Samadhi (now Jivamukti Sydney) my practice became more rounded and includes regular asana (postures), meditation, pranayama (breathing) studying yogic text and chanting. Recently i've been learning to play the harmonium it adds a wonderful vibration to the sanskrit mantras we chant in class.
I have studied with Sharon Gannon & David Life the founders of Jivamukti Yoga and i've studied in various yoga schools including Iyengar, Ashtanga, Satyananda, Krishnamacharya and Sivananda.
Whilst in India I experienced some Ayurvedic treatments including massage, shirodhara (warm oil poored onto the foreheard), herbal treatments and adjustments to my diet i had never felt better. On my return to Australia I studied with Mother Maya who has the Wise Earth Ayurvedic school and then i went on to study with Dr Rama Prasad Australia's leading Ayurvedic Doctor.
I have worked as a therapist since 2002. I have a Graduate Diploma in Couple & Family Therapy. I have been aware of the body mind connection for some time and now truely work holistically combing aspects of therapy, yoga & ayurveda (science of life). I am currently studying with Dr N Chandrasekaran through Yoga Therapy Australia in the Viniyoga tradition of Krisnamacharya.
Yoga Class Schedule : .
The yoga room is set in the tranquility of the rainforest at Rachel's home. Classes have a maximum of 12 students. Rachel teaches a flowing style of yoga which is heavily influenced by the Jivamukti method and Viniyoga traditions.
Beginners Course - register your interest
Want to learn yoga posutres or refresh your practice? Enjoy discovering the many benefits of yoga! Learn the foundational asanas (poses), pranayama (breathing), meditation and deep relaxation. Offered as a course building week by week focusing on alignment and safety so that you can establish a solid foundation for your life long practice. Rachel offers hand on adjustments and classes finish with a blissful temple massage. Courses run 4 times per year. To be notified of dates join Ray of Lights mailling list via the Contat me tab.
Dynamic Vinyasa
Vinyasa "flow" yoga classes are beautiful breath inspired adventures, embodying wave like sequencing of strength, fluidity and grace. Discover your own groove within the collecitve pulse as you explore this potent evolutionary approach to yoga. Vinyasa yoga empowers you to go deeper- to exhilerate and detox your body, cultivate endurance, surrender and open your heart. You will embrace yoga and life with renewed energy and freedom. Includes pranayama, mediation, deep relaxation, inspirational readings and chanting. Rachel offers hands on adjustments and classes finish with a blissful temple massage. Wednesdays 7pm, Thursday 9.45am & Saturday 9am see time table for more info or book in via the Contact me tab.
Gentle Flow
A seamless combination of mellow poses, breathing and relaxation to rgenerate your body and nervous system, bringing deep calm. This practices draws on softness with strength, inner balancing and outer stillness. Warming the body with some gentle flowing sequences and using props to support the body allows the postures to be held passively for sustained periods of time encouraging softness and internal release. Watch tension melt away as you nurture and open your body, connect with your breath and discover a deep bliss and calm. This class is suitable for pregnant, beginners through to advanced students. Mondays at 7pm see time table for more infomation or book in via the Contact me tab.
Family Yoga - 14th April, 12th May, 9th June 10.30am - 11.45am
Yoga is an amazing tool to promote self awareness, self esteem, body awareness and ultimarely self love. When yoga is presented to children these things are nurtured and supported. Rachel uses story telling, music and play in the kids yoga classes making them really fun. Rachel runs family yoga classes throughout the year join the mailing list via the Contact me tab to be infomed of dates.
Yoga Therapy
Yoga Therapy is the application of yoga to specific health concerns. It combines traditional yoga with modern medicine to provide an effective method for managing and alleviating a wide variety of ailments.
Yoga Therapy can alleviate many health issues - for other conditions it can be restorative or palliative. Whereas ordinary yoga classes can be beneficial for general health, Yoga Therapy focuses on an individual’s particular health needs given their own condition.
Yoga Therapy uses a series of simple gentle postures, breathing exercises, meditation, relaxation and other techniques which empower you to look after your own health and well-being. It is this self-healing that will help to promote the restoration of a balance between your mind and your body
Following a consultation to determine presenting conditions, health and lifestyle factors a structured programme is tailored for you which is appropriate for your needs.
Counselling
I have been working as a therapist for 10 years and have learned many different approaches. I draw from these approaches to address the specific needs of the indivdual, couple or family with whom i'm working.
All of these are strengths-base in the sense that they do not conceptualize "pathology" within a person but rather see indivuduals as doing the best they can within the circumstances in with they find themselves.
I incorporated aspects of the Milan Systemic approach, Narrative, Emotional Freedom Technque. I have also been influenced by the Solution Focused approach, Mindfulness, Cogntive Behaviour Therapy, Art Therapy, Yoga & Buddhist Psychologly and Neuro Science.
What issues bring people to therapy?
They experience negative feelings such as depression, anxiety, panic, stress, prolonged grief.
They would like to reflect on past or current relationships and learn new ways relating, developing healthier relationships. They are seeking to feel better about them selves, increase self esteem, ablility to trust or experiencing intimacy.
They have memories about a distrubing or traumatic event that they are seeling to leave the associated bad feelings behind them and more on in life.
More Info : .
Ayurveda
Yoga and Ayurveda are ancient sister sciences.They reveal the art of living to the fullest. They are based on universal principles and teach us how to balance body, mind, and energy.
Ayurveda is a living system of natural medicine that empowers us to heal ourselves. It is a user-friendly system that makes complete sense.. Ayurveda specialises in personal freedom through yoga, meditation, chanting and the sensory arts such as music, dancing, cooking, eating and playing.
In these sessions you will learn how to align yourself with natural rhythms. You will learn how to awaken the senses, detoxify, de-stress, vitalize and relax deeply with yogic and ayurvedic regimens. You will learn how to modify your yoga practice, your diet and your lifestyle. You will discover and refine understanding of your own unique constitution and imbalances. And based on this wisdom, you can enjoy greater health and peace of mind.
More Info : .
About Rachel Nokes
I attended my first yoga class in London with a friend in 1999. I've practiced on and off since then, my practice became part of my daily life after a spending 4 months in India in 2006 where i studied at the Sivananda ashram in Kerala Southern India.
On my return to Australia I embarked on a teacher training course with Samadhi Yoga in Newtown lead by Katie Manitsas. Having studied gymnastic's and gymastic coaching for many years it felt natural for me to get back in touch with my physical body. Through my study at Samadhi (now Jivamukti Sydney) my practice became more rounded and includes regular asana (postures), meditation, pranayama (breathing) studying yogic text and chanting. Recently i've been learning to play the harmonium it adds a wonderful vibration to the sanskrit mantras we chant in class.
I have studied with Sharon Gannon & David Life the founders of Jivamukti Yoga and i've studied in various yoga schools including Iyengar, Ashtanga, Satyananda, Krishnamacharya and Sivananda.
Whilst in India I experienced some Ayurvedic treatments including massage, shirodhara (warm oil poored onto the foreheard), herbal treatments and adjustments to my diet i had never felt better. On my return to Australia I studied with Mother Maya who has the Wise Earth Ayurvedic school and then i went on to study with Dr Rama Prasad Australia's leading Ayurvedic Doctor.
I have worked as a therapist since 2002. I have a Graduate Diploma in Couple & Family Therapy. I have been aware of the body mind connection for some time and now truely work holistically combing aspects of therapy, yoga & ayurveda (science of life). I am currently studying with Dr N Chandrasekaran through Yoga Therapy Australia in the Viniyoga tradition of Krisnamacharya.
Service Categories
Art Therapists, Ayurveda, Counselling, Hatha Yoga, Meditation, Pregnancy Yoga, Thai Massage, Vinyasa Yoga, Yoga
