Joanne Heath is a wellness educator and senior yoga teacher with over twenty years’ experience working in Australia and internationally.
Jo’s work draws on both traditional practices and contemporary approaches to wellbeing, combining yoga, meditation, breathwork, mindfulness, relaxation, creativity and practical lifestyle strategies to empower others with the tools to self-manage stress.
Jo has taught yoga and facilitated a diverse range of wellbeing activities acros Australia’s leading wellness retreats, working with thousands of people from all walks of life.
Now working privately with local clients and partnering with retreats and wellness hospitality venues across the Northern Rivers NSW, Jo offers bespoke wellness experiences designed to empower people with practical knowledge and take home techniques restore balance and support their overall wellbeing.
Space to slow down, restore and reconnect.
Joanne is passionate about sharing traditional and contemporary wellbeing practices in a way that is accessible, meaningful and relevant to everyday life.
Drawing on yoga asana, pranayama (controlled breathing) and meditation, alongside mindful movement, guided relaxation and restorative practices, each session is tailored to the individual and what they need on the day.
Designed to release physical tension, quiet mental chatter and cultivate a sense of calm and presence, sessions offer an opportunity to slow down, reconnect with body and mind, and experience deeper rest.
Whether you’re looking to unwind during a holiday or establish a regular personal practice, Joanne offers a welcoming, supportive space in which to pause, breathe and simply be.
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Used for centuries as a tool to activate the parasympathetic nervous system and promote wellbeing, Hatha Yoga continues to be a relevant and effective way to manage stress in an increasingly fast-paced modern world.
This practice involves a series of gentle postures (asana) to encourage relaxation.
Appropriate for all levels and ages, Hatha Yoga is practiced at a slow pace, focusing on long holds, stillness, and deep breathing to regulate the nervous system and quieten the mind.
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Deep, controlled breathing (pranayama) is the practice of breath regulation. It's a main component of yoga for physical and mental wellness.
According to research, pranayama promotes relaxation and mindfulness. It is also proven to support multiple aspects of physical health, including lung function, blood pressure, and brain function.
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Stillness through breath awareness meditation is a mind-body relaxation therapy that helps train your mind to stay focused and peaceful during times of stress.
Meditation can help manage the symptoms of many stress-related health conditions, including insomnia, anxiety, depression, heart disease, pain and high blood pressure. It also helps to increase self-awareness and focus on the present moment.
Jo teaches Ānāpānasati meditation - the first stage of meditation based on the technique taught by Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha who lived during the 6th or 5th century BCE.
An easy to learn, objective and scientific technique, Anapana helps develop concentration, insight and brings balance and harmony to the mind, body and emotions.
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Unwind and restore with Yoga Nidra & Deep Relaxation, a deeply restorative practice also known as "yogic sleep."
This guided meditation brings you into a state of conscious, deep relaxation between waking and sleeping, effortlessly quieting a busy mind and releasing physical tension.
Perfect as an evening ritual, it calms the nervous system to prepare your body and mind for a night of profound, restful sleep.
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Qigong is an ancient Chinese mind-body practice that combines gentle movements, controlled breathing, and focused meditation to improve the flow of vital energy throughout the body.
By integrating these three elements, it effectively reduces stress, enhances physical balance and flexibility, and boosts mental clarity, making it a highly accessible way to improve overall health and well-being.
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Immerse yourself in a deeply relaxing experience designed to soothe the mind and restore the body.
This session harmonizes guided visualisation, sensory awareness, gentle movement, and inspirational music to create a sanctuary of calm.
By gently bridging the mind-body connection, it invites you to step away from daily stressors and settle into a state of profound inner peace.Item description
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Unstructured movement to uplifting music facilitates physical, emotional and creative expression to release tension in the body and mind.
Rhythm & Release™ supports well-being through self-expression, mindfulness and social connection.
Simple and fun, this session is suitable for all ages and ability.
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A proven tool to enhancing well-being, journaling can help process accumulated stress and gain clarity.
Personal, private, and informal, our journaling practice provides participants with insights into thoughts and feelings, supports goal setting and reflection, aids problem solving and cultivates mindfulness and gratitude.
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Rediscover your imagination with this playful opportunity to step outside the everyday.
Through engaging short writing exercises, storytelling, and guided reflection, you will explore new perspectives and express yourself freely in a supportive space.
Designed to nurture both creativity and mindfulness, this session includes guided relaxation to clear your mind and a beautiful journal to take home so you can continue your writing journey.
