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A Curl Curl local moved to the beaches and found Divine Flow through an existing member. James is an active outdoor sportsman and a gym regular and came to yoga to balance out the yang in his life. Being a local practising Chiropractor James can see and notice the major benefits yoga has on the body and how slowing down helps maintain and improve his physical activities. James is particularly drawn to Yin or Restorative as he knows that slowing down his body and taking time to pause within stillness and breath is exactly what he needs.

How long have you been a chiropractor for?

I have been practicing chiropractic for 5 years now and I have worked in a number of different clinics across Sydney. Currently, I am practicing in North Curl Curl at Impulse Chiropractic.

When and how did you start yoga?

I first tried yoga a couple of years ago at a gym but only went sporadically. I started practicing yoga at Divine Flow over a year ago when a friend suggested that I try out the studio. Since then I have been practicing consistently 2-3 times a week!

What style of yoga do you practice?

I mostly practice yin yoga and restorative styles of yoga to help with my mobility. I play a lot of sport and train at the gym regularly, so I find these styles of practice really good for my recovery and to add some balance to the week. I also find these styles great for managing stress. Life can get pretty busy sometimes and it always feels great when you can give yourself an hour just to stop and breathe for a moment.

What makes a great yoga teacher?

All the teachers at Divine Flow are unique and bring different qualities to the studio, which is part of the reason DF is so great! When the teachers include their own personal touch and interpretation of the practice, the classes become really special. I think being able to create an atmosphere that promotes peace, clarity, calmness and relaxation is very important. 

Why should people do yoga?

I think there are many different reasons people should do yoga. This is part of the reason why yoga is so great. Over the last year I have learnt that yoga is much more than just the physical aspect. It is much more than just “exercise”. Yoga offers many psychological and spiritual benefits as well. Divine Flow is a lovely community to be a part of and they offer many different opportunities for social interaction.

Do you see the benefits of what yoga offers within the body from a Chiropractic perspective?

I refer a lot of my patients to try yoga. Whether it is to help with someone’s pain or to help relieve stress. Yin and restorative styles of yoga I see as great options for patients who have issues with joint mobility or muscle stiffness. Stress can be a vital component in several chronic pain conditions and these two styles can be really helpful at managing that aspect.

Vinyasa yoga and hatha I find are great for helping patients improve joint and core stability as well as enhancing balance and muscle activation. Many of the postures and poses help to improve mobility and dynamic stability. Correct breathing patterns are undervalued in general, but it can be a very important factor when considering mobility and stability issues of the musculoskeletal system. All styles of yoga have a strong emphasis on correct breathing patterns.

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Radha Vine

Yin | Restorative | Yoga Nidra

Radha is a spiritual aspirant and yoga teacher with over 30 years of practice and teaching, rooted in the Satyananda Yoga tradition. She offers a gentle, embodied approach to every yoga class— including asana, pranayama, meditation, and philosophy — guiding students to explore presence, ease and awareness within their own body, mind and spirit.

Her work as a somatic practitioner naturally flows into her teaching. Drawing on private clinic healing sessions, Radha helps students tune into their bodies and individual needs bringing a compassionate and responsive energy to every class.

Through her life as a mother, mentor, and lifelong student of yoga, self‑study, and spiritual growth, Radha brings warmth, curiosity, and presence to her teaching. She encourages students to move mindfully, feel fully, and connect with their own inner strength, creating a safe and welcoming space for exploration and growth.

Olivia Kerr

Vinyasa | Pilates

Olly has been teaching and practicing yoga on the northern beaches for the past 10 years. She loves teaching and being part of the yoga community and is grateful for the friends, connection and lessons that she has gained along the way. 

Olly is passionate about helping people to move their bodies in a way that is wise and intuitive to them. She believes that movement is medicine and with each class her intention is for students to connect deeply to their body, mind and breath using strong but simple movements.

Olly is also a Chiropractor and has had experience working with people of all ages from all walks of life. During Olly’s chiropractic education she has extensively studied movement, physiology and the nervous system. She loves incorporating her knowledge into thoughtful movement practices. She is trained in Pilates, Vinyasa and Yin.

 

Elise Griffin

Vinyasa | Strength + Soul

With over 17 years of personal yoga practice and a strong background in the fitness and wellness industry, Elise brings a depth of experience, intelligence, and embodied understanding to her teaching. With a Bachelor’s degree in Sport & Exercise Science and more than a decade working as a personal trainer, group fitness instructor, and movement coach, Elise bridges the gap between strength, mobility, and mindful movement.

Elise discovered yoga as a powerful complement to her athletic training, and over time it became a central pillar in how she moves, lives, and connects. Her approach is informed by both science and lived experience, blending functional strength, breath awareness, and fluid sequencing. Her classes invite students to feel strong, capable, and supported – meeting their edge with curiosity rather than force.

Elise is deeply passionate about the way yoga supports not only physical health, but nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, and connection. Her classes offer a space that encourages students to build trust in their bodies and confidence in their practice.

Above all, Elise is committed to creating a welcoming environment where students can deepen their relationship with movement and carry the benefits of their practice beyond the mat and into everyday life.

Jess Verdier

Yin | Vinyasa | Pilates 

Jess is a Yoga and Pilates instructor with a passion for helping people move well and feel supported in their bodies and lives.

With an active background and a long-standing love for yoga and Pilates, Jess’s teaching blends functional movement, mindful awareness, and breath-led flow. Her classes are thoughtfully designed to build strength and mobility while also creating space to slow down, reconnect, and regulate the nervous system.

Jess is known for her calm, grounding presence and inclusive teaching style. She encourages students to trust their own intuition, honour their energy, and meet themselves with compassion, both on and off the mat. Her intention is to support students in feeling strong, steady, and more at home in their bodies.