“Simplicity, patience and compassion. These three are your greatest treasures.”
Align: Intentional Living
8 Week Course | Online
Grounded in timeless yogic philosophy, this course is an invitation to step out of autopilot and into a more conscious way of living.
Over 8 transformative weeks, learn to work with your mind, your habits and your environment in a way that supports balanced and authentic decision making, self-awareness and lasting positive change.
Course Details
- Slow down and make body-, mind- and spirit-aware choices
- Recognise and shift limiting thoughts and behaviours
- Create healthy eating habits and living rhythms
- Understand the effect of environment on the mind
- Establish a consistent journaling and meditation practice
- Bring more alignment into your choices and relationships
What we'll learn
- Yogic Values & Living Principles: Explore the 10 foundational values of yoga, a grounded framework to help you live with clarity and intention in a fast-moving world.
- The Science of Positive Thinking: Develop awareness of your inner dialogue and its impact on your experience, and learn practical ways to shift habitual patterns toward clarity, steadiness and supportive thinking.
- The Chariot Model of the Body: An ancient model for understanding the relationship between the body, senses, mind and higher self, bringing greater awareness to how you think, feel and act.
- The Three Gunas: Learn the subtle qualities of energy in your food and environment, how they influence your moods and habits, and how to cultivate greater balance in everyday life.
- Healthy Living Principles: Learn and apply practical tools for sleep, nutrition and routine, supporting greater clarity and vitality in daily life.
- Masculine & Feminine Energy: Explore these complementary forces within yourself, others and your relationships, to cultivate greater depth and more effective communication.
What to expect
- Weekly summary sheets: Retain and integrate each lesson; revise with them and refer back to them as a guide after the course.
- Recorded lessons: Access to every recorded lesson for revision and the occasional missed class — revisit the teachings in your own time and at your own rhythm.
- A journaling and meditation practice: A guided practice to support your self-inquiry, with occasional homework to keep you inspired, self-accountable and committed to your growth.
- Group support: This course is your personal journey, but you'll move through it as part of a group, supported and encouraged by others on the same path.
Your teachers
- Crystal — Meditation Teacher
- Christine — Yoga Teacher · B.App.Sc. (Physiotherapy)
Course Structure and Format
- Duration
- 8 weeks
- Delivery
- Online · theory and discussion-based classes
- Schedule
- Weekly, Thursdays 5:30–7pm AEST
- Dates
- 13 August – 1 October 2026
- Location
- Online attendance
“Now is the time to know that everything you do is sacred.”
Good to know
I've never done yoga or meditation before. Is that okay?
Absolutely. Foundations of Meditation is designed for the casual, sporadic or beginner practitioner, and every course is taught in a small group so teachers can guide each person.
What should I bring?
Comfortable clothing, a water bottle and a journal. Mats, cushions and blocks are provided at in-person venues — you're welcome to bring your own.
Can I join online?
Foundations of Meditation can be joined in person or online, and Align runs fully online. Choose how you'll join when you book.
Can I use a gift card or promotion code?
Yes. Enter your code in the “Add promotion code” field on the checkout page. Students receive 50% off Foundations of Meditation: email us with proof of enrolment and we'll send you a code.
What if I need to change or cancel?
Reply to your confirmation email or contact us as early as possible and we'll do our best to help. See our terms for details.
I have an injury, am pregnant, or have a health condition.
Please email us beforehand or reply to your confirmation email, and check with your health practitioner if you're unsure. Practices can be adapted for you.
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