Studio Founder
Traditional Hatha Yoga, Meditation, Kirtan, Yoga Teacher Trainer and Educator

A devoted student of yoga for almost 20 years, Aimee is passionate about honouring the true teachings of the Yoga Tradition and supporting people to live a ‘soul-aligned’ life of joy, meaning, and purpose through Yoga. Drawn to Eastern culture and teachings from an early age, Aimee shares yoga from a deeply experienced and embodied place built upon her own dedicated daily practice and her extensive study in the areas of Traditional Tantric Hatha Yoga and Meditation.

She has studied extensively under the guidance of her teachers Octavio Salvado and Emma Salvado (The Practice Bali), as well as Ami Effendy, Karina Guthrie, Ellen Arthur, Michael King, Dena Kingsberg, Tahl Rinsky and Bess Prescott (Creature Yoga), and Sarah Owen. She continues to study under the teachings of Swami Rama and Pandit Rajmani Tigunait of the Himalayan Institute.

Aimee is a yoga and meditation teacher, mentor, trainer of new teachers, and Founder of The Dharma House. She is a devoted mum to two vibrant daughters, and wife (and business partner!) to her hubby Louie who works tirelessly to help keep our beloved studio alive. To Aimee, life is all about family, practice, and DHARMA, and there is no line of separation between what is ‘Practice’ and ‘the rest of life’ - it’s all sacred, it’s all Yoga.

Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga, Women’s Circles

Melissa is passionate about taking a holistic approach to health and wellbeing.

Melissa was first introduced to Yoga at the age of 17, by her Aunty who is a Yoga teacher. She discovered a profound connection with Yoga, which supported her through her own personal health challenges over the years. She completed her 350 hour trauma-informed yoga teacher training on the Gold Coast and continues her study of traditional hatha yoga.

Melissa is compassionate, attentive and open minded. She is always further developing her teachings in the Yoga space to better attune to and assist her students on their Yoga journey.

Outside of yoga Melissa enjoys spending time outdoors at the beach, hiking and camping. She loves being creative and renovating property. A typical weekend for Melissa is an early morning Farmers Market, followed by an outdoor adventure with her dog Marley.

Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga, Meditation

After being a student of yoga and meditation for many years, Rachel gained a new appreciation for yoga beyond asana after travelling back to India at the beginning of 2023, and completing her teacher training. Rachel studied the traditional practices of Hatha, Ashtanga, Pranayama and yoga philosophy.

Back in Australia, Rachel completed her teacher training in yin yoga and meridian theory, deepening her knowledge around the subtle practices of yoga.

Rachel extends her practice beyond the mat, drawing parallels with pranayama and movement with her time spent in the ocean-whether freediving or surfing.

Traditional Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga

In the whirlwind of early motherhood, overwhelmed, overstimulated, and a touch lost, I stumbled upon the transformative embrace of Traditional Hatha Yoga. It became my sanctuary, gently guiding me back to my authentic self. The journey was both challenging and healing, a process of rediscovery and self-nurturing thanks to my beautiful little girl.

Yoga, to me, is not just a physical practice; it's a way of life both on and off the mat, it’s the way I show up to the world as a mother, friend, teacher and colleague.

Hatha yoga has been a practice that helps me to see the beauty in the mundane. It grants the power to find joy and excitement in the simplicity of everyday existence. Through my own journey, I've come to realise that yoga is a profound path to cultivating a calm and steady mind.

Now, as I embark on sharing this profound practice with others, my mission is clear - to infuse each class with heart and authenticity. I aspire to guide students to discover their own edges, not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually. Together, let's delve into the essence of yoga, transcending the mat, and weaving threads of joy and purpose into every facet of life.

Traditional Hatha Yoga

Twenty years ago, I was feeling alone whilst navigating the nursing world after moving interstate. It was then that I discovered Hatha Yoga and felt the positive impact upon my mind and body. To be able to switch off and navigate the busyness of my mind reconnecting with my body, oh what a relief! Following this spark, I explored Iyengar, Bikram, hot yoga, gym yoga, power yoga, Kundalini yoga, Ashtanga yoga, shadow yoga, vinyasa, Yin yoga, Barkan method Hatha Yoga. I became a connoisseur of sorts.

I began teaching in 2013, and have completed many trainings over the following years:

Jimmy Barkan Hot Yoga Barkan Method Hatha 200 hr; Barkan Method Level 2/3 hatha Vinyasa; Power Living Australia Yoga Vinyasa 200hr with Duncan Peak, Emee Dillon, Cassie Lee, Chris Wilson; Power Living Australia Yoga Advanced Vinyasa training with Duncan Peak, Emee Dillon, Adam White; Women’s restorative and fertility yoga Rosie Matheson; Yoga Kids SA Teacher Training Lindy Pulsford.

I was teaching, studying these trainings, and also working full time as a Nurse which eventuated into overload and burnout. Shelving my teaching role, I was halted wondering how I got to this point doing all this yoga, although now it seems obvious, I couldn’t understand. A few years earlier I had met Octavio and experienced his Traditional Tantric Hatha yoga teachings which I was drawn to and in my deep reset I picked up his teachings and committed to exclusively practicing this way daily which was a very challenging experience as it felt like a full re-calibration of my being a home coming of sorts.

Come 2023 I felt ready to enter another teacher training completing:

Traditional Tantric Hatha Yoga 200hr with Octavio Salvado, Emma Salvado, Ami Effiendy. Currently I am studying Advanced Traditional Tantric Hatha Yoga 300hrs with Octavio Salvado, Emma Salvado, Ellen Arthur from The Practice in Canguu, Bali.

This path is so healing, and empowering when practiced to its precise science. This is what I’ve learnt and continue to discover for myself through my practice within my life on and off the mat. This is what I wish to share with you. Traditional Tantric Hatha Yoga, has re-awakened my calling to teach.

Thank you for taking the time to read a little bit about me and my journey, whether you’re a beginner or advanced, or even somewhere in the middle. If any of this resonates or you’re just curious I would love to meet you on the mat wherever you’re at. Namaste, Margarita

Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga, Kirtan

My first introduction to Yoga was 2012, then in 2014 I walked into Emmanuelle Brown’s studio on the Gold Coast and practiced Akhanda Yoga, a traditional Hatha Yoga approach. Since then I continued a strong regular practice, many retreats and workshops, then in 2017 I attained my RYT250-Plus Akhanda Yoga certification with Emmanuelle. I traveled to the home of Akhanda Yoga in Rishikesh, India which gave me great insights into the yogic journey, meeting my guru Yogrishi Vishvketu for the first time.

Now that I am teaching, I want to offer to those searching for inner peace and wellness what I have found so life changing through my personal journey and daily practice of Yoga. I am passionate about the devotional path of Bhakti yoga and regularly attend and support facilitating Kirtans.

Qualifications and study:

2016 Phoenix Rising Retreats/Workshop Retreats/ Workshop on Ayurvedic & Yogic Lifestyle teachings.

2017 Dive In Deep Yoga Retreats/ Workshop on Ayurvedic & Yogic Lifestyle teachings.

2017 12 day Indian Yoga Retreat to Rishikesh with Emmanuelle Brown and Yogrishi Vishvketu

2018 Conscious living Retreats/ Workshop on Yogic lifestyle Mudras & Yantra

2018 8th Akhanda Yoga Meeting in Italy April, completed 20 hours of Continuing Education

2019 completed 100 Hour Akhanda Hatha-Raga Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh India

2020 returned to Rishikesh India to take a further 100 Hour Akhanda Yin and Restorative Yoga Teacher Training.

2023 again returning to the home of Akhanda Yoga in Rishikesh to attend a yoga retreat at the Ashram

CERTIFIED RYT250PLUS with Emmanuelle Brown

CERTIFIED 100 HOUR AKHANDA HATHA-RAJA YOGA with Yogrishi Vishvketu in Rishikesh

CERIFIED 100 hour AKHANDA YIN & RESTORATIVE YOGA with Yogrishi Vishvketu in Rishikesh

Hatha Yoga, Positive Psychology

Meet Nicole, your dedicated Hatha Yoga Teacher. Originally hailing from the lush landscapes of Ireland, Nicole has called Australia home for over 13 years, embracing its vibrant energy and natural beauty.

With over a decade of personal yoga practice and a 200-hour Hatha yoga teacher training certification from Ritual Studio on the Gold Coast, Nicole brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her classes.

Her journey extends beyond the physical practice; armed with a diploma in positive psychology, Nicole is deeply passionate about merging the ancient wisdom of traditional yoga with modern psychological principles. Join Nicole on the mat and embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and holistic well-being.goes here

Dr. Kellie Toohey – Senior Yoga Teacher

Dr. Kellie Toohey embarked on her journey into yoga in 1994, completing her first Yoga Teacher Training. Since then, she has consistently pursued advanced training in various disciplines, ranging from Hatha-based practices to specialised breathwork and meditation techniques.

Over the years, Dr. Toohey has demonstrated her commitment to yoga education by developing and leading her own teacher training programs and retreats, notably through her studios at Change Yoga and Wellness https://changeyoga.com.au/

As the Founder and Director of Change Yoga and Wellness, Dr. Toohey has established a prominent presence in Canberra, offering Hatha Yoga at two dedicated locations. Her studios serve as community focused, vibrant spaces where practitioners can delve into the transformative power of yoga.

In addition to her yoga endeavors, Dr. Toohey holds the esteemed position of Associate Professor in Clinical Exercise Physiology. She imparts her knowledge and expertise to aspiring professionals, guiding them on the path to becoming Accredited Exercise Physiologists. Driven by a passion for advancing healthcare, she is actively engaged in research within the realm of Exercise and Cancer Care.

Throughout her yoga career, Dr. Toohey has been influenced and inspired by distinguished teachers and mentors, shaping her unique approach to the practice. Notable figures such as Guru Singh, Justine Janssen, Brad Hay, Michael King, Bernie Clarke, Kristin Leal, Baron Baptiste, David Frawley, and Leslie Kaminoff have played pivotal roles in her ongoing journey.

With a wealth of experience, a commitment to education, and a profound dedication to well-being, Dr. Kellie Toohey now resides on the Gold Coast where she continues to contribute significantly to the fields of yoga, exercise physiology, and holistic health.