Welcome to Dassanayaka Yoga
Our studio is located at 58 Bastings Street Northcote 3070
Call 9410 9201 or email us here
Dassanayaka Yoga is the perfect place to come when you need to stop and take a moment from the demands of your day to day routine. This tranquil, friendly and unique studio, is based in a converted local milk bar, just moments away from bustling High Street, Northcote.
This is one of the more interesting yoga studios around. There is a strong base of dedicated members of all ages from the local community, but many travel from other neighbourhoods to take part in our daily practice, or to attend meditation and yoga workshop intensives. The warmly decorated studio offers a place to relax and focus on your yoga practice, unwinding to the trickle of the fountain, amongst Eastern statues and icons.
You can experience a candlelit night-time class to wind down for the evening, or an energy-generating morning class to boost your day. Take time in our spacious garden to admire the new growth and leave with a handful of homegrown veggies. You may even be rewarded with a gorgeous meal cooked by Channa (he's actually a master of Sri Lankan cuisine, who has dedicated his life to teaching yoga).
About Dassanayaka Yoga Dassanayaka Yoga suits people of all ages and fitness levels.
For those familiar with yoga posture styles, Dassanayaka Yoga adopts a blend of Vinyasa flow sequences and Hatha techniques of yoga. Bhakti methods are also incorporated.
For those who are unfamiliar with yoga styles, our classes include both strength and flexibility postures with staged levels of advancement, where the breath and clarity of mind is always the focus.
Members can select from the casual yoga classes listed on our timetable to practise at their own pace in a non-competitive and supportive atmosphere.
We offer you classes in yoga, meditation and qigong. We also offer yoga for the special child, holistic energy healing, and remedial & ayurvedic massage. Please enquire about our services, visit our website, or join us on facebook 'Dassanayaka Yoga'.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
6.30am Integral Yoga
6.30am Integral Yoga
8.00am Integral Yoga
9.30am Integral Yoga
10.00am Beginners Yoga
10.00am Beginners Yoga
10.00am Beginners Yoga
10.00am Beginners Yoga
11.00am Integral Yoga
6.30pm Beginners Yoga
6.30pm Beginners Yoga
6.30pm Integral Yoga
6.30pm Integral Yoga
3.00pm Beginners Yoga
5.30pm Qigong & Meditation
7.30pm
Integral Yoga
7.30pm
Power Yoga
7.30pm
Qigong & Meditation
All classes are 60 minutes
Beginners
An introductory class for people who are new to yoga and/or meditation and who may not be flexible Integral
Yoga and Meditation classes that are a step up from beginners Meditation
A guided journey within yourself Qigong
A traditional gentle exercise involving controlled breathing, moving one’s limbs, massage, and concentration. Includes 20 minutes guided meditation Private
Individualised private yoga, meditation and qigong classes. Specific attention is given to personal limitations and goals
Timetable Additions and Changes
Yoga Workshops – May 2013
> YOGA BASICS - Saturday 18th May, 9.30am - 12 noon Instruction and guidance in correct yoga pose alignment, breathing practices, and meditation. The workshop includes an introduction to yoga philosophy. This workshop is suitable for beginners, and people more experienced in yoga who wish to review or refine aspects of their practice.
Cost: $60 full* / $50 concession* / $40 'unlimited' members
* Includes complimentary access to three classes in the following week
> EXTENDED YOGA PRACTICE - Saturday 25th May, 9.30am - 12 noon
Instruction and guidance in more advanced poses, such as shoulder stand, and further breathing practices. Includes further discussion of yoga philosophy. This workshop is suitable for more advanced students with a regular yoga practice. Participants must have completed a Yoga Basics Workshop or the Foundation Yoga Course.
Cost: $60 full* / $50 concession* / $40 'unlimited' members
* Includes complimentary access to three classes in the following week
All workshops are limited to 8 participants.
Bookings are essential. To book, email channa@dassanayaka.com or call 9410 9201
A deposit of $20 will secure your place.
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BENEFIT - Hoppers Benefit at Northcote Town Hall on 15th June 2013 See information below.
> RETREAT - 2013 Bali Retreat See information below.
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Monthly Memberships Memberships are based on the number of classes you expect to do for the month.
PRICING SCHEDULE
Full
Concession**
Casual Rate
$23 per class
$18 per class
Pass: 4 classes/month*
$75 per month
$65 per month
Pass: 8 classes/month*
$135 per month
$115 per month
Pass: 12 classes/month*
$175 per month
$145 per month
Pass: Unlimited access to classes for the month*
$200 per month
$160 per month
* These memberships are payable at the start of each month. Otherwise casual rate applies
** Concession applies to people on benefits and full time students
$25 Starter Offer Unlimited access to classes for 7 days. For people new to Dassanayaka Yoga.
Private Bookings Contact the centre here for private bookings
SPECIAL KIDS | for kids with down's syndrome, autism, learning disabilities
REIKI HEALING | with Sean Lourdes
MASSAGE | a range of styles available
HOPPERS DELIGHT - BENEFIT
Hosted by Channa Dassanayaka with Kadhampa Buddhist Society of Australia
Northcote Town Hall, 189 High St Northcote
15th June 2013
Anyone who has attended one of Channa's feasts knows this will be a stunning and sumptuous event.
Savour the famous Sri Lankan Hoppers (Appam) - a crispy bread made from rice flour, coconut milk and water. Unlimited servings of chicken curry and vegetarian dishes accompany the hoppers, personally cooked to perfection by the talented Channa Dassanayaka.
Choose from Brunch, Lunch or Dinner
Brunch 11am-1pm
Lunch 1.30 - 4pm
Dinner 5.30 - 7.30pm
Tickets $38 (all you can eat...unlimited servings)
All proceeds go to the Kadhampa Buddhist Society of Australia
For tickets, please
call 8822 3308 (wk) or 0421 835 129 (mob)
Sreejith Krishnan Nair
Traditional Kerala Ayurvedic Massage and Remedial Massage Therapist For appointments, please call 03 9410 9201
Ayurveda is a system of traditional Indian herbal medicine with a 5000 year history. Ayurvedic massage is a traditional Indian massage using warm medicated oils that will rejuvenate and revitalise your body, mind and spirit. Sreejith Krishnan Nair is a qualified Ayurvedic and Remedial Massage Therapist. He offers Shiroabhyangam (30 minute traditional head massage), Pada Abhyangam (60 minute foot and lower limb massage), Uzichil (60 minute body massage), and Abhyanga (90 minute whole body, head and face massage). Herbal ayurvedic oils are used for all massages. He is a member of AAMT and health fund rebates are available.
Denis Murphy
Visiting Healer from the UK For appointments, please call 03 9410 9201
Using the latest mind-body medicine and energetic techniques, Denis removes pain, stress and releases emotional and creative blockages. Combined with spiritual insight, nutrition, exercise, meditation and massage, you see results in unimaginable timeframes. This enables you to achieve peak performance quickly and in ways never thought possible in both your personal and professional life.
Still Motion
Bali Yoga & Meditation Retreat with Channa Dassanayaka
NIRARTA CENTRE, SIDEMAN, BALI
27th September - 3rd October 2013
This year’s Bali yoga retreat, led by Channa Dassanayaka, will be at Nirarta Centre for Living Awareness in Sidemen, Bali.
Our yoga retreat offers a unique opportunity to become immersed in a serene and nurturing environment that will provide you physical and pranic wellbeing, mental relaxation and a profound understanding of self. Through yoga, meditation, massage and healthy vegetarian meals all your physical needs are catered for allowing you to open up to a deeper level of awareness and inner peace.
The cost including all expenses, excluding flights is $1,450 (early bird – pay by 15 May), or $1,600 (regular price).
This fee includes the following:
• 6 nights accommodation in beautiful twin share accommodation
• All meals – from lunch on 27th September to breakfast 3rd October
• A healing massage
• A comprehensive course of yoga, meditation, breathing, relaxation and teachings on yoga philosophy
Aromatic Spice Blend
This is a simple but beautiful spice blend which is used as a seasoning. It is ideal for vegetarian
curries: before serving any of your favourite curries, sprinkle this aromatic blend on top and toss.
½ cup cumin seeds
1 cinnamon stick
3 cardamon pods
3 cloves
Add all ingredients together and roast in a warm pan, tossing gently until ingredients are a coffee
colour but not burnt. Grind ingredients with a mortar and pestle or coffee grinder. Store in an
airtight jar.
Variation
This is another aromatic blend which is prepared in the same way as the blend above.
1/3 cup fennel seeds
1/3 cup cumin seeds
6 cardamon pods
1 clove
5 coriander seeds
¼ teaspoon fenugreek
Find out more about Channa's book 'Sri Lankan Flavours'here
About Channa Channa has created the yoga studio in his home, giving it a welcoming feel with a tinge of the exotic, as his personal effects colour every corner of the establishment.
Channa is always there to welcome you with an open mind, good humour, and his ability to guide you into a deeply mindful yoga session. Regular attendees soon get to experience all the aspects of his artfully decorated old house. There is always a line of daily visitors between the yoga studio, the kitchen and the garden, one can truly say that Channa embodies yoga in all aspects of his life.
