Vivienne Spanopoulos has taught yoga and meditation for more than 30 years and has extensive knowledge about movement, anatomy, asana, sequencing, self-practice and injury prevention. Teaching is Viv’s passion and skill and healthcare her area of expertise. She was teaching in Singapore for more than 20 years before moving back to Australia. Practising with an experienced teacher like Viv who is a master in sequencing can make all the difference in your body.
Workshop 1: Tuesday 11 August 9.30am-12.00pm
Hip Opening (2.5 Hours)
For mobility, healthy ageing, freedom of movement and lower back/hip health.
The hips are central to almost every movement we make. While research consistently shows that leg strength is critical for maintaining mobility and independence as we age, hip mobility—particularly symmetrical and functional flexibility—is equally important for keeping the hips, back, and legs moving comfortably and efficiently. This 2.5-hour Hip Opening Workshop honours both strength and mobility, combining the two to help release tension, improve movement quality, and cultivate greater ease through mindful movement, targeted strengthening exercises, mobility drills, and longer-held yoga postures. Participants will learn practical techniques to increase flexibility safely, reduce stiffness associated with daily life, and support healthier movement patterns.
Suitable for all levels, this workshop offers a deeper understanding of how the hips influence posture, lower back comfort, and overall wellbeing.
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Workshop 2: Thursday 13 August 9.30am-11.30am
Hatha Flow (2 Hours)
For synchronised movement, concentration, moving meditation and the relationship between effort and ease.
Every style of yoga cultivates its own unique physical and mental qualities. The steady rhythm of a Hatha Flow practice draws students into a moving meditation, and when practised collectively, it creates a powerful mind-body synchrony that enhances focus, coordination, and presence. Students will learn how to connect breath and movement while exploring foundational postures, alignment principles, transitions, and energetic awareness. The workshop gradually builds from simple movements into a flowing sequence that develops strength, stability, concentration, and relaxation. To move through the practice with fluidity, students will explore the relationship between effort and ease, learning how both contribute to sustainable movement and mindful practice.
Ideal for practitioners seeking a deeper understanding of yoga beyond a regular class, this workshop is best suited to those who have maintained a consistent yoga practice for at least six months. Participants will leave with practical skills and a richer sense of presence both on and off the mat.
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Workshop 3: Saturday 15 August 2.30pm-5.00pm
From Strength to Flexibility (2.5 Hours)
Encompasses the science of mobility, stability, and sustainable flexibility.
This workshop explores the powerful relationship between strength and flexibility, demonstrating how mobility improves when stability and muscular engagement are developed alongside stretching. Students will experience the value of generating strength through movement and discover how greater stability can support increased freedom of motion when the body is appropriately challenged. Through a combination of targeted strengthening exercises, active mobility practices within yoga postures, and carefully applied flexibility techniques, participants will learn how to safely expand their range of motion while building resilience, body awareness, and confidence.
Suitable for all levels, this workshop provides practical tools that can be applied immediately to both yoga practice and everyday movement.
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Kindly note that all workshops have a 7-day cancellation notice period. If you cancel your booking within the 7 days prior to the workshop, there will not be any refund. We appreciate your understanding. To enhance your experience, we recommend abstaining from food for at least 2 hours before class.
