what about zero expectations?
"In the beginner's mind, there are many possibilities; in the expert's, there are few."
– Shunryu Suzuki.
Its getting warmerrrrrrrrrrrrr!
And if that sun inspires you to try something new — whether it’s stepping onto a yoga mat REGULARY for the first time, after reading our newsletter for a solid little while now (I see you!), or finally seeing what Reformer Pilates is all about and why 18 studios are offering it in the Penrith region alone — this is your gentle nudge.
A beginner’s mind is about approaching life with curiosity and zero expectations (reminds me of another fav quote atm that I keep mentioning to my friends on that wild ride known as dating "expectation is the quickest path to disappointment!")
It’s that fresh, almost child-like feeling when everything is new and interesting. Even if you’ve been practicing yoga or Pilates for years, there’s magic in returning to this state — in letting go of “I know” and embracing “I’m willing to see.”
And this month, we’ve got the perfect way for you to practice beginner’s mind…
New Beginner Classes – First Class Free!
Whether you’re brand new or just ready to rediscover the joy of learning, join us for our new beginner-friendly classes:
Tuesday 19th Aug – 12 pm Beginner Reformer Pilates at Penrith with Karen
Thursday 21st Aug – 12 pm Beginner Vinyasa Yoga at Penrith with Emily
Monday 25th Aug – 9:30 am Beginner Vinyasa Yoga at St Marys with Sam
The very first class on each of these dates is totally free to book into — grab your spot here:
Help Shape Our Spring Schedule
We’re also considering adding some early morning classes for Spring (think sunrise sweat or being as limber as a leopard to start to your day).
We’d love your input on what time and style would work best for you.
Fill out our quick form by clicking the button below:
Give Feedback On Morning Session Times
We say it a lot but we will say it again, we are COMMUNITY DRIVEN.
This studio, the teachers, these classes, and those Oreos many of you use as a dinner substitute with how much you actually eat after class with your tea (not complaining btw, I think its hilarious and adorable at the same time!), are for you!
Thankyou for giving us this opportunity to keep serving. If you are a member of ours, just hang out for our on the house offerings, or just read our newsletter when you catch in in the thousands of others marked as unread, we appreciate you.
Annika xx
P.S. Huge shoutout to our amazing Studio Manager Karen Gruber, who ran in the City to Surf over the weekend and raised an incredible $724 for the Black Dog Institute so far. If you’d like to support her, you still can, and you can do so here: Donate
P.P.S. This Sunday is Book Club! We’re reading The Book of Delights by Ross Gay. Join us at 4pm at the St Marys studio — it’s totally free, just book your spot here: Book Club RSVP
P.P.P.S WE NEED MENSTRUATION AND INCONTINENCE PRODUCTS! Drop off points at either studio
