https://www.chikinyoga.com.au/blog daily 0.75 2025-12-01 https://www.chikinyoga.com.au/blog/all-about-rest monthly 0.5 2025-12-01 https://www.chikinyoga.com.au/blog/tapas-the-niyama-series monthly 0.5 2025-01-28 https://www.chikinyoga.com.au/blog/blog-post-the-3-gunas monthly 0.5 2024-05-27 https://www.chikinyoga.com.au/team daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/3617e050-0c17-4a07-b090-b588e7cfd99e/DSC04036+update.jpg Meet the Team - Meet the Team Meet our teachers at Chi Kin yoga & pilates studio. Our teaching backgrounds and yoga styles vary, allowing for variety in classes with offerings to suit most students. We love creating nurturing, inclusive classes & hope to welcome you to the studio soon! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/0f5455f0-3406-4d4a-8dc6-c2ea13940a24/DSC03397.png Meet the Team Dr Melissa Hehir Osteopath, Yoga Teacher, Clinical Pilates Instructor I began practicing yoga about 20 years ago - I was looking for some time out, to strengthen my body and improve my fitness but I found so much more! Since then my passion for health and movement has led me to a career as an Osteopath (Life and Motion Osteopathy) here in Bacchus Marsh. I have undertaken studies in yoga, clinical pilates and meditation. I love to help people create space in their lives - for health, happiness and wellbeing. Quals Cert IV, Diploma remedial massage, BSci, Masters Health Science (Osteo), 350hr yoga teacher, Advanced pre and post natal yoga, Clinical Pilates, Advanced sequence training, 110hr meditation teacher cert., Meditation for chronic pain, Trauma informed yoga, Kundalini for chronic health conditions Life and Motion Osteopathy Website: www.lifeandmotion.com.au Email: lifeandmotionosteopathy@gmail.com Social: Facebook + Instagram https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/f01dab09-4f5b-459b-8f44-035c8ede0770/DSC06613.jpg Meet the Team Hayley Yoga Teacher, primary school teacher “Yoga and meditation keep me centred in my life as a mum of three, passionate yoga teacher and experienced primary school teacher. I value yoga as an avenue to building healthy bodies, peaceful minds, and happier, more connected communities. Yoga is for everyone, and each class that I teach is an opportunity for awareness, self discovery and growth. I enjoy educating people of all ages on the benefits of regular practice. My classes empower you to explore yoga postures that honour your daily physical and mental needs. Expect to explore breath, mindfulness and movement that is accessible and meaningful to you. B.Ed., 200 YTT, 95 Children’s yoga and yoga therapy, 50 pranayama,, 25 yin Instagram: @yintoyouyoga https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/cf8c5511-b5e1-4487-a0e3-c93f2c2453dc/DSC05413.jpg Meet the Team Krystal Yoga and Pilates Teacher I first began practicing yoga 17 years ago to help manage anxiety and fell in love with the practice. I am drawn to the non-competitive nature of yoga and the way it brings my mind back to the present moment. I am a proud Mum to three beautiful girls and a cheeky puppy named Luna. Krystal’s passion for movement and health has led her to studies, she holds certifications in group fitness, chi ball, pilates, meditation, pregnancy specific exercise and yoga. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/d684fd03-5b2a-4df9-9e09-55dba4a94e1b/DSC05554-2.jpg Meet the Team Lisa Yoga Teacher I found solace in my yoga practice 2 year ago at a time when life felt like it was spiralling out of control. Working full time, raising a young family and navigating ageing parents, I knew I needed to start taking just a moment for myself to breathe again and bring some balance back to my life, so I could continue supporting the ones I loved. I’ve always had movement as part of my life, either through high energy dance or gym classes, however it was the slow and quietness of Yoga that really challenged me the most. To slow my mind, body and breath down ended up being where I found the most growth mentally and physically. As my love for the Asana practice increased, so did my curiosity about the background, the science and philosophy of Yoga. So I followed the calling of Yoga and signed up to a yearlong, 500 hour YTT course which I completed this year. Having a background in dance and love of movement and music, I hope to bring some of that connection of music and movement to my classes where you can forget the to-do list for an hour and get into a rhythmic flow within the mind, body and soul. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/6783176e-6cfb-46f8-9cd1-83f531647fac/DSC03547.JPG Meet the Team Justin Yoga Teacher I found yoga several years ago as a means to try and recover from a recurring back injury that left me barely able to walk at times. While the physical practice led to significant improvement with my back, the unexpected benefit that came along with that, was the mental clarity that I was going through life stuck in my head, rather than leading from the heart. What I discovered is that yoga is so much more than just making shapes with our bodies, it provides a toolbox to help build a better life. Before yoga I had some experience with mindfulness meditation, particularly in how effective it could be in managing stress and anxiety. But coupling that with my yoga practice has brought a new sense of purpose, grounding, calm, self-awareness, but most of all, curiosity. That curiosity has inspired me to share the benefits of yoga to others, especially with other men, that they may also lead heart led lives. While I will forever be a student of yoga, I am now also a dedicated yoga teacher. At the beginning of my teaching journey, I am passionate about creating a space for others to reconnect with themselves. With a focus on men’s mental health, I bring a grounded and compassionate approach to every class. My teaching comes from the heart, encouraging authenticity, presence, and a deeper sense of balance both on and off the mat. My approach is heartfelt and supportive, encouraging students to move with presence while developing awareness and alignment in their practice. I invite you to slow down, connect with your breath, and reconnect with yourself in an authentic and meaningful way. Grounded in compassion and curiosity, I create an inclusive and safe space for students to explore meditation, breath work, and asana as pathways to balance, and self-awareness. This is just the beginning, and I can’t wait to share this journey with you — from the heart. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/fa5136c8-d39b-4798-a46b-3ddbb741d9a8/UNADJUSTEDNONRAW_thumb_4f0f.jpg Meet the Team Nikky Yoga Teacher My yoga journey began after a horse-riding accident back in 2001, where I severely broke (smashed) my foot. Yoga and Pilates were some of the only exercises I could do on the floor and without standing to begin with. Over the years I have found that yoga was a wonderful way to complement and balance the other activities I did, weather that was horse riding, pole dancing or weight training at the gym. I loved the awareness that it brought to being in my body as opposed to always in my mind. As I got older, I became more interested in yogic teachings and philosophy. In 2018 I started yoga teacher training (200 hours) with Western Wellness and was amazed by the depth of such an ancient technology. I was introduced to the eight limbs of yoga and found that studying the Yamas and Niyama's (restraints and observances) was life changing. Through yoga I have discovered a deeper understanding and respect for myself as well as compassion and grace for others. I love that there is always something new to learn, a practice to discover or revelation of self. I enjoy bringing these teachings to students in an accessible way. I truly believe that every body is a yoga body. Insta treeoflifeyoga.au FB Tree of lifeYoga https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/18eba6c6-e80d-4805-afca-a1277f3f38a5/DSC04067_.jpg Meet the Team Aman Yoga Teacher, allied health assistant https://www.chikinyoga.com.au/frequently-asked-questions daily 0.75 2024-11-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/239aea38-90be-4891-82f4-9445131cc40b/A14C40AB-45E7-453A-A593-952D44E4E3F2.jpg Frequently Asked Questions - Chi Kin yoga + pilates - Frequently Asked Questions. If you’re new to yoga, pilates or even just to our studio, you may have some pre-conceived notions about what to expect from a class…. Here are a few answers to those questions we get all the time, and if we haven’t covered yours send us a quick message and we’ll get back to you asap! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/46173875-de7a-4e49-aeba-361edd6ae936/FAQs-Chi-kin-yoga-studio-bacchus-marsh.jpg Frequently Asked Questions - Chi Kin yoga + pilates - Make it stand out Childs Pose - your resting point at any time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/9148e6dc-785e-45f6-b665-dac5e155c034/fullsizeoutput_2bf7.jpeg Frequently Asked Questions - Chi Kin yoga + pilates - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.chikinyoga.com.au/contact daily 0.75 2024-11-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/2ec00319-59bd-4ba9-bb97-eaf2590455b9/fullsizeoutput_31d3.jpeg Contact - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.chikinyoga.com.au/home daily 1.0 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/1636459568851-KX2ZC1PP45LHDQ6YQ1J7/IMG_A8C5E78345F6-1.jpeg Chi Kin yoga + pilates studio Bacchus Marsh https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/03e33064-e262-48d2-86f0-bdaec6c95884/Chi-Kin-Yoga-Studio_IMG_3131+%281%29.jpg Chi Kin yoga + pilates studio Bacchus Marsh https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/3617e050-0c17-4a07-b090-b588e7cfd99e/DSC04036+update.jpg Chi Kin yoga + pilates studio Bacchus Marsh https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/d5a3fe75-f275-45da-b8ce-423a8d09adf5/PcmgGc3JR%25ywSvtEt0fslQ.jpg Chi Kin yoga + pilates studio Bacchus Marsh - Providing you with a safe space to relax We are a collective of teachers and instructors coming together to offer yoga, meditation and pilates classes designed to assist you in strengthening and stretching the body, helping to relax and unwind the mind and develop mindfulness and clarity. https://www.chikinyoga.com.au/pricing daily 0.75 2025-08-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/545b13bb-0500-4acc-bc20-e7a3c0df76fe/fullsizeoutput_2dc2.jpeg Pricing - Chi Kin yoga + pilates Bacchus Marsh - Find the right class. Explore our class timetable and read class descriptions to find the right one for you. Our teachers bring a variety of backgrounds and experience to our studio so each class brings its own unique style & benefits. https://www.chikinyoga.com.au/parents-and-babies-yoga daily 0.75 2025-06-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/c73e084c-63b3-4d03-921e-1d4d8ae03ace/mums-and-bubs-yoga-bacchus-marsh-mell.jpg Parents and Babies Yoga - Bacchus Marsh - Inclusive classes designed to connect. Mums, Dads and Carers, we welcome you all. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/c3526aef-7897-43cb-a1e8-f113face8531/IMG_3475.JPEG https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/0b811d43-9985-4310-8a17-7e40706b9c2c/tempImageSdxUD9.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/a23db7e1-47af-40ec-8297-d3b15f860d2e/Untitled+design.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/dfeaddc4-2e82-48cf-b0b8-1411b635b85b/mums-and-bubs-yoga-bacchus-marsh-3.jpg https://www.chikinyoga.com.au/life-and-motion-osteopathy daily 0.75 2023-09-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/b4144d7d-ddae-4675-9167-f1f6cdc5e3be/Bacchus+Marsh+Osteopath+Mell+Hehir.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/1695783920553-H3RGPZJU1VIPL6N3GBQU/image-asset.jpeg https://www.chikinyoga.com.au/class-styles-old daily 0.75 2022-06-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/fee4fdcd-65e6-4a5f-a8a7-5eb099a57b93/Beginners-Yoga-Class-Chi-Kin-Bacchus-Marsh.jpg Class Styles - Beginners Yoga Setting the foundations of yoga - learn about postures, safe alignment, breath work and guided meditation practice for those new to the practice of yoga. Suitable for beginners to yoga 60 min classes with Mell and Kirsti https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/20d2f4bd-86c2-41fa-a6a0-a7d76305bbbc/Vinyasa-Flow-Class-Chi-kin-yoga-studio-bacchus-marsh.jpg Class Styles - Vinyasa Flow Yoga An energetic class where we have fun exploring dynamic, fluid movement to open and strengthen the body. Focussing on one breath to one movement, expect to build heat as we move through sequences structured around Sun Salutations and Pranayama (breath work) to help you find calm amongst the fire. Suitable for those with some knowledge of yoga poses. 60 minute class with Cat https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/118c68f7-3afd-4a19-a131-771b36680a52/Creative-Flow-Class-Chi-kin-yoga-studio-bacchus-marsh.jpg Class Styles - Creative Yoga Flow Focussing on pairing flowing movement sequences to breath in a moving meditation. The fluidity of the style offers an aspect of cardio workout combined with a balancing focus. Concluded with a meditation to encourage mindfulness. 60 min classes with Kirsti https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/36287d3c-2d69-4d4d-8633-7c3c4c17be05/yogalates-class-bacchus-marsh-chi-kin-studio.jpg Class Styles - Stretch & Strengthen Pilates meets Yoga. Our Stretch & Strengthen classes age built around the age old traditions of yoga posture and breath practices, while also incorporating principles of pilates strength and conditioning. Class concludes with guided relaxation. Suitable for beginners up to intermediate. 60 min classes with Mell https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/df8cdca4-51c2-4057-bc55-a22686ddf97f/mums-and-bubs-yoga-bacchus-marsh.jpg Class Styles - Parents and Babies Yoga A class incorporating social time, gentle strength, stretch and relaxation. Movement sequences designed to target areas affected by pregnancy and postpartum changes. Suitable for beginners. All mums, dads and carers are welcome. Mums we recommend waiting until you are 6-8 weeks postpartum. 60 min class with Mell https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6105225c92f4ab62f895430f/1636460023115-6PCYE48QK65C4D3B2V6C/chi-kin-yoga-and-pilates-bacchus-marsh-team.jpg Class Styles - Pilates An exercise system developed to promote stability, strength and flexibility of the whole body which stems from the “core”. 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