Val – is co-founder of Yoga Hotspot. Trained under a host of world leading instructors in Australia and overseas, Val teaches a range of classes from our most powerful (Power) to our Beginners classes and has the special ability of drawing out of you whatever is hidden inside. This special gift makes her classes both challenging and fun to attend. Whatever level you choose to practice at, let Val’s classes challenge your body and nourish your mind. Meet Val on Saturday and Sunday.
David – is co-founder of Yoga Hotspot. David teaches his classes with emphasis on making the complex and hard seem simple and understandable. He provides a safe and nurturing environment for students who want to explore their limits before delving deeper in to advanced postures. Experience David’s warmth and supportive nature; his unique style and words of worldly wisdom. Meet David every day except Tuesday and Friday.
Kat– Kat’s yoga journey began at Yoga Hotspot in late 2012. Once discovering the joy of generous movement and relaxation, her curiosity with flow, breath and energy soon progressed to teacher training and she completed her first of many courses in 2014. Inspired by music, Kat continues to practice as well as teach at Yoga Hotspot. Meet Kat on Mondays and Tuesdays as well as regular covers.
Judit – Judit is one of our most experienced teachers and has taught in several countries as well as Australia. Blending her background in Pilates; with her love of yoga and pole dancing, Judit focusses on alignment and core control in her classes. Meet Judit on Tuesdays and for three classes on Wednesdays plus regular covers.
Vanessa – Vanessa’s yoga journey began while travelling in India many years ago. She has trained and taught in Australia and Canada. Vanessa encourages students to develop self-awareness, energy, and calm both on and off the mat. Vanessa is currently overseas.
Emily – Emily had been a student at Yoga Hotspot for many years prior to joining the teaching team. Emily brings a freshness to her classes that shine with enthusiasm and power. Meet Emily for beginner/all levels classes on Thursday afternoons. She is also available for covers and private classes for those who want to go further.
EMILY IS BACK – Nov 2023!
Jackson’s yoga journey began with a lengthy recovery from an autoimmune illness. After his first class, he left feeling better than he had in years. Through regular practice his physical mobility and confidence began to return, he discovered the great sense of calm and renewed purpose.
Jackson’s classes are slower in pace, with a focus on linking breath and strong poses.
Jackson is currently on long leave but will be back!
Amanda – Amanda is another Yoga Hotspot regular guest who has now joined the teaching team. Her beautiful and dedicated practice and absolute love of yoga have given her a perfect platform to teach from. Amanda kicks off the Hotspot week with the early morning Monday class as well as Wednesday evening Power.
Mahsa – Mahsa left the legal profession to pursue yoga teaching and has over 550 hours of professional training and accreditation in all forms of yoga including Yin and Trauma Informed styles. Her empathy and calmness are evident in her teaching. Meet Mahsa for Beginner/All Levels, Yin and Vinyasa on Fridays.
France – Full bio follows but you can meet France for covers.