Our Story
Back in 2005, I was demonstrating Yoga on stage as part of a large Fitness Convention held in Darling Harbour. I’d spotted a former Fitness Industry colleague and Lane Cove legend; Brenda McCartney, out there in the audience.
We made eye contact, and connected to chat after the session.
Brenda: “What are you doing with yourself?”
Me: “I’ve been teaching Yoga for 3 years, and am looking to start my own Yoga studio. What about you?”
Brenda: “I run a small Yoga school in Lane Cove and am currently looking to sell it. We should talk.”
The rest is history.
I bought her database, rebranded it as YOGABOWL - and I was off and running.
My strategy was always wanting to bring safe, do-able Yoga classes to real people like you. Like me. Like us.
I knew how to teach Yoga, though had NOT A CLUE about business, on any level. I kind of expected things would somehow just fall info place.
If I’d have been offered a look into the crystal ball back then, I’d honestly have been really surprised at how things would turn out.
How hard I’d have to work. Running a small business is like a brand new baby. It always needs attention, is a constant worry, and costs a lot of money and stress when you can’t be around to care for it.
Another part I wasn’t expecting was the warmth that the local Lane Cove Community offered me. I was made to feel at home, and really supported from day one.
Many of you have been with me from the start and are still going strong.
You wonderful souls know who you are, though may not know how grateful I am for you.
I was thrilled to celebrate Yogabowl’s 10th Birthday in October 2015.
We’ve survived the “small business curse”, and a GFC.
More importantly, we’ve formed a wonderful local community of like-minded souls who care - about their wellbeing, their community, and about making the world a better place.
In October 2016, we happily relocated Yogabowl literally next door, to (upstairs, in) Lane Cove Tennis Club. With windows and trees all around us, the fresh new space brings a wonderful renewed energy and feel to our Yoga space. We look forward to welcoming you there soon.
I really enjoyed the Restorative Workshop on Sunday and had the deepest sleep I have had in a long time that evening, so I will be signing up for more Restorative in the future.
Cheryl
Mitch, you are gorgeous and an inspiration. You are one of those people who makes the lives of those you touch richer, in a very beautiful and human way.
Mel
Love your constant work and efforts, you always inspire me...just in case I''d forgotten to tell you in a while.
Roslyn
Thought you might appreciate some feedback after your instructions on the Sciatica stretch last week.
I have been practicing this stretch everyday x 2 and have noticed a considerable decrease in the pain.
I''ve had ongoing Sciatica pain since January, though since doing that stretch at home, the pain has mostly gone.
Of course my practice is not as precise as your instructions but it''s really helping. Thanks once again.
Clare
Your classes are a god send for me at the moment - never underestimate how much difference you make in many lives.
Anon
I always look forward to your classes, you are really a great instructor with a real natural sense to your students'' needs.
Laura
Thank you again for a wonderful yoga lesson. It was so relaxing and revitalising!!!!
Lydia
Whenever I come back to your classes I know why I''m meant to be there. It so centres me!
Janine
I usually do John''s class on Monday nights. It''s a fabulous venue and he''s a really cool teacher.
Vanessa
Love your constant work and efforts, you always inspire me...just in case I''d forgotten to tell you in a while.
Roslyn