Newtown Yoga Room is a well-established sports club located in Sydney, offering a range of yoga classes and workshops. With a focus on cultivating the body and mind through the practise and sequencing of asana (yoga poses) and the practises of yogic breathing, Newtown Yoga Room provides a welcoming and inclusive environment for practitioners of all levels.
The principal teacher and studio owner, Jazz Eastman, brings over three decades of teaching experience to his classes. Jazz's journey with yoga began in the early 70s when he started attending classes with a local yoga teacher in a small NSW country town. Since then, he has completed teacher training and in 1996 became a certified Iyengar yoga teacher. Jazz's teaching style has evolved over the years, influenced by his dedicated practise of Buddhist Insight meditation.
His classes focus on embodied presence and connecting with the felt sense of the body in yoga practise.
Clare, another experienced teacher at Newtown Yoga Room, started practising Iyengar yoga in 1995 at the studio with Jazz Eastman. In 2006, she became a certificated Iyengar Yoga teacher and continues to enhance her skills through ongoing professional development. As a registered midwife, Clare has a keen interest in the benefits of yoga during pregnancy and early parenting.
Newtown Yoga Room offers a range of classes to cater to different levels and preferences. From beginners to seniors, there are classes suited for everyone. Additionally, the studio offers hybrid classes, available both in-studio and online, allowing participants to choose the format that suits them best. Detailed descriptions of each class can be found on their website.
Located at 35-39 Dickson Street in Newtown, the studio is easily accessible by public transport. Buses 422 and 370 stop in King Street opposite Dickson Street, while buses 423, 426, and 428 stop at Newtown Station. The studio is a 10-minute walk from Newtown Station and a 5-minute walk from St Peters Station.
For those looking to join a welcoming and experienced yoga community, Newtown Yoga Room is the ideal choice. With skilled and dedicated teachers, a variety of classes, and a focus on mindfulness and embodiment, this sports club provides an enriching yoga experience in Sydney.