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Our Story

Nin Yoga began in September 2017, when I decided it was time to stop hiring the local neighbourhood centre and take a bold leap — signing my very first lease on Queen Street, St Marys.

Honestly, I never imagined outgrowing the Colyton Neighbourhood Centre. But our classes were full, the energy was growing, and deep down I knew the next step was coming… even if it terrified me. Who was I to open a “real” studio? I just loved teaching yoga and bringing people together.

Then, as it tends to do, the universe opened a door — an affordable little brick shopfront became available on Queen Street. I jumped. Signed the lease. Painted the walls. Rolled out a schedule.

All I needed was a name.

I thought it had to be something deep, meaningful, and spiritual. But time was short — and my high school nickname “Nin” was quick to write on the window. I figured I’d change it later. (Spoiler: I never did. I was too busy laying floors and building community.)

And that’s how Nin Yoga was born.

What started as a small yoga space has grown into a thriving community — a place where people from all walks of life come exactly as they are. A place for movement, for breath, for laughter, for connection.

Today, Nin Yoga is home to yoga, aerial yoga, lyra, reformer and mat pilates, workshops, teacher trainings, and a whole lot of heart.

We’re so grateful you’re here — thank you for letting us do what we love, in a community that means everything to us.

Annika xx

Meet the Team

  • A smiling woman with orange and brown hair, tattoos on her left arm, and a septum piercing, holding a bouquet of sunflowers and greenery, standing in front of a light blue decorative background with floral and leaf patterns.

    annika saigi

    Studio Director

  • A woman with curly brown hair wearing a tan sleeveless top and yellow wide-leg pants, smiling and standing barefoot against a light blue wall with decorative dark blue branch and leaf patterns.

    karen gruber

    Studio Manager

  • A woman with dark and purple hair practicing aerial yoga on blue fabric hammocks in a studio with light gray walls decorated with blue floral and leaf patterns.

    Paige Lamb

    Yoga, Pilates & Aerial Teacher

  • A woman practicing yoga indoors, in a variation of the triangle pose, with one arm extended upward and one hand on a yoga block, on a black yoga mat.

    Catherin Zimbounellis

    Yoga & Pilates Teacher

  • Woman practicing a yoga pose in a bright room with a white wall decorated with blue abstract floral and leaf patterns.

    Laura Kernahan

    Yoga & Aerial Teacher

  • A woman smiles while at Nin Yoga, standing outdoors with plants in the background. She has brown hair tied back, wears earrings, a black t-shirt with the Nin Yoga logo, and bracelets on her wrists. She holds her hands in a prayer position

    Emily Cox

    Yoga Teacher

  • Woman practicing yoga in a green indoor garden, sitting cross-legged on a black yoga mat with closed eyes and hand on her chest.

    Samantha Roberts

    Yoga Teacher

  • A woman practicing yoga outdoors on a mat, sitting cross-legged with hands in prayer position, with a large bush and water in the background.

    Dolce Fisher

    Yoga & Pilates Teacher

  • Woman in white shirt and red pants in plank pose on yoga mat in a yoga studio, smiling at the camera.

    Mary Backhouse

    Yoga Teacher

  • A woman sitting cross-legged on the sand near a lake, smiling and covering her mouth with her hands, with three white crystal singing bowls in front of her.

    Miheala Zotta

    Yoga & Pilates Teacher

  • A woman with dark hair tied back, smiling, wearing a light purple T-shirt with a logo and text on the left side, standing in front of a turquoise background with white abstract patterns.

    Rebecca browne

    Yoga, Pilates & Aerial Teacher

  • A woman wearing a wide-brimmed hat and patterned jacket holds a circular lantern that emits a warm glow, standing outdoors surrounded by trees and grassy terrain during sunset.

    Jennifer Lorena

    Yoga Teacher

  • A woman with glasses and a black sleeveless top taking a selfie in front of a large, intricate teal and white mandala wall art.

    Therese Vella

    Yoga & Pilates Teacher

  • A smiling woman with curly brown hair standing in front of a colorful wall mural with pink and blue floral designs, wearing a black athletic top and a gray hoodie.

    Linda Booth

    Yoga & Pilates Teacher

  • A woman practicing a headstand yoga pose indoors on a yoga mat, with a wall decorated with blue and teal botanical artwork in the background.

    Suzie Q

    Yoga & Aerial Teacher

Our Studios

People practicing yoga in a studio with brick wall and decorative wall art.
A woman hanging from an aerial hoop inside a colorful room with colorful floral wall murals.

nin yoga st marys

Shop 2, 343 Great Western Highway, St Marys

Established in 2017, we have classes in Yoga, Aerial Yoga & Lyra.

St Marys Schedule
A group of people participating in a yoga or meditation class indoors, lying on mats with a teacher standing nearby, in a bright room with large windows and a decorated wall.
A fitness instructor leading a Pilates class in a studio with floral wall art, mirrors, and participants lying on reformer machines with legs raised.

nin yoga south penrith

Shop 1A, 51 York Road, Jamisontown

Established in 2021, this studio has classes in Yoga and Reformer Pilates.

south penrith schedule

Our Studio Values

At Nin Yoga, we offer plenty of ways to move and groove — but underneath it all, our values always come back to the Yamas and Niyamas, the foundations of yoga philosophy.
If you’ve never heard of them, think of them as yoga’s moral compass. Yamas guide how we treat others. Niyamas guide how we show up for ourselves.
Here’s what that looks like in our community:

Ahimsa – Compassion & Empathy
We lead with kindness. Every person who walks through our doors is met with respect, understanding, and care. We know life can get messy — that’s why we create a space where you can land softly, just as you are.

Svadhyaya – Lifelong Learning
We’re big on growth — for our teachers, our students, and ourselves. Curiosity drives us to keep learning, questioning, and expanding. The more we grow, the better we can serve our community.

Tapas – Commitment & Consistency
We show up — even on the hard days. Commitment to practice and community builds trust and transformation. Tapas is that quiet fire that keeps us moving forward, one class at a time.

Satya – Authenticity
We say it how it is. No fluff, no front — just genuine, down-to-earth people doing what they love. We’re proud of our roots and believe in showing up honestly. You do you, boo.

Santosha – Gratitude & Humility
We choose gratitude — for the big things and the small ones. Our team stays grounded, humble, and thankful to learn from every person who walks into the studio. Because as we say, “When one teaches, two learn.”

What's included in the 30 day trial?

Our trial includes 30 days of UNLIMITED classes at our St Marys and Penrith Studios in Yoga, Pilates and Aerial Classes, as well as a 30-minute PRIVATE 1 on 1 class in either Yoga or Pilates.

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