Bodhi Yoga Centre

ABOUT US Vision 1. To go for refuge to the Perfectly Awake Ones, to true teachings and to those who practice as such. 2. To foster development of friendship, study and opportunities for esoteric experiences. 3. To integrate Western and Eastern cultural experiences and perspectives. 4. To integrate feminine and masculine energies. 5. To provide a centre of support for anyone in the community willing to cultivate inner peace through Buddhist Practices, Yoga, Meditation and Reiki. The Bodhiyoga Centre Inc is an association of people who go for refuge in Bodhi Nature, Dharma and Sangha. And thus, through Presence integrate duality with the divine and honor those who aspire and realise Bodhi Nature. As a Sangha we aspire to live in harmony with the environment, cultivate inner peace through Bodhi (Awakening) Practices and promote worldly peace from inner peace. IAN, PRINCIPAL TEACHER Ian teaches Hatha Yoga with awareness of body, speech and mind, incorporating movement, breath, insight, gentleness and strength. Ian has many teachers who include: Peter and Sue Hockey, Claudia Mangiamele (Mangala Yoga and Dance), Norma Smith (Teacher Trainer), Richard Liddicut (Yoga and Ink Brush Calligraphy), Moira Mac (Reiki), and Khima Dharma (Meditation). Ian has been influenced by Krishnamacharya and his son, Desikachar, as well as the Tibetan Yoga Masters and Tibetan Heart Yoga. In 2003 Ian was initiated as a Reiki “Master” in the Usui Shiki Ryoho Healing System, and has also been trained in Shiatsu. Ian became a qualified yoga teacher also in 2003 and is registered with the YTAA. His training provides him with some understanding of the mechanics of asana and the interrelationship of breath and body. Ian holds a Bachelor of Social Work from RMIT University and has work experience in the Social System, in particular Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Youth Homelessness, and the payment criteria area. Melbourne Bodhi Yoga Centre Fourth Floor Room 402 126 Russell Street Melbourne 3000