Yoga 101: A 6 Week Beginner Course
Think yoga isn’t for you?
Not flexible enough, too stiff, too busy, or just not your thing?
This course is for you.
Yoga 101 is a simple, practical, step-by-step introduction designed for real people, real bodies, and real life. No experience needed, no pressure to “be good” at it, and absolutely no need to touch your toes.
Over six weeks, you’ll learn the foundations of yoga in a way that actually makes sense. Each class builds on the last, so you’ll leave feeling more confident, more capable, and ready to walk into any class on the timetable without second guessing yourself.
Whether you’re a tradie with a tight back, someone returning to movement, or just curious but unsure where to start, this is your entry point.
Or, if you’ve been coming to yoga for years and want to revisit the basics and refine your foundations, you’ll get just as much out of it.
How the 6 weeks work
Each week we focus on a different part of a typical yoga class, breaking it down in a clear and practical way:
Week 1 — Getting started
How to warm up your body properly, move with your breath, and feel comfortable on the mat.
Week 2 — Flowing movement
Learn simple sequences (often called sun salutations) that link movement and breath together.
Week 3 — Standing poses (hip opening)
Build strength and stability while gently improving flexibility through the hips and legs.
Week 4 — Standing poses (strength & support)
Focus on alignment and strength in more stable, grounded positions.
Week 5 — Twists & forward folds
Release tension in the back and hamstrings, and learn how to move safely into these common shapes.
Week 6 — Gentle inversions
Explore simple ways of going upside down, or partially upside down, to build confidence and shift perspective.
What you’ll learn
The most common yoga postures, broken down simply
How to move safely and confidently in your body
Breathing techniques to reduce stress and tension
How to modify poses so they work for your body
How to build a sustainable practice you can stick to
Details
Tuesdays, 7:00pm – 8:15pm
Starting Tuesday 9th June
Running for 6 consecutive weeks
Taught by Jo Gates
Each session builds on the previous one, so we recommend committing to the full six weeks for the best experience.
Investment
Free for Soul Tribe members
$199 for non-members
Why this course works
This isn’t about becoming “good at yoga”.
It’s about feeling better in your body.
By the end of the six weeks, you’ll have the tools, confidence, and understanding to step into regular classes at Soul Tribe and make yoga part of your life.