Himalayan Healing Arts

Our Approach: Rooted in Tradition

The techniques taught here are drawn from Tibetan traditional techniques, which stem from the profound principles of mind training within Buddhism. We translate this ancient wisdom into practical, modern strategies to help you:

Release tension and calm the nervous system.
Develop focus through simple breathwork and posture.
Integrate clarity into your daily life.

Guided Meditation & Mindfulness

Personalized guidance to anchor your mind, reduce anxiety, and cultivate deep inner calm.

Samatha Tibetan Meditation

Transitioning from a busy mind to a state of stillness can feel challenging, especially when you are just starting. Our Guided Meditation sessions are specifically designed for beginners to give you the practical, accessible tools needed to build a sustainable, calming practice. You will be introduced to the fundamentals of mindfulness in a relaxed and supportive environment. We utilize Tibetan traditional techniques—rooted in the ancient wisdom of Tibetan culture and the principles of mind training from Buddhism—to help you release physical tension, quiet mental noise, and integrate profound moments of clarity and peace into your daily life. Sessions are booked individually or as a focused introductory program to establish long-term mental wellness.

What You'll Experience:

• Personalised breathwork and posture instruction to start correctly.

• Techniques for grounding and reducing immediate anxiety.

• Simple mindfulness strategies for handling daily stress.

Samatha or “Shamatha” means calm and with Vipassana is one of the fundamental meditation practices in Tibetan Buddhism. This Thangka painting illustrates the different stages of the Samatha meditation with a beautiful visual metaphor represented by a monk chasing an elephant and his struggle.

Gentle Hatha & Mindful Flow

Our Yoga classes emphasize mindful movement over strenuous effort. Rooted in the classic Hatha tradition, these sessions are designed to gently open the body, increase flexibility, and release deep-seated physical tension. We focus intently on synchronizing the breath with movement, using the physical practice as preparation for greater mental clarity and stillness. This class is ideal for absolute beginners, those with injuries, or anyone seeking a therapeutic, grounding movement practice.

Terton Pema Lingpa’s 15th century Secret Key to the Winds and Channels describes a sequence of 23 breath-linked yogic movements that were illustrated on the walls of the Lokhang, a private meditation chamber built for Tibet’s Sixth Dalai Lama. Photo by Ian Baker

What You'll Experience:

• Slow, guided sequences suitable for all fitness levels.

• Focus on proper alignment to ensure safety and therapeutic benefit.

• Techniques for using the breath to calm the nervous system.

• A final, extended relaxation (Savasana) to fully integrate the practice.

• A safe, breath-focused Yoga practice designed for beginners to improve mobility, joint health, and deep relaxation.

Contact

Get in touch for inquiries.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

I'm completely new to both yoga and meditation. Is this class suitable for me?

Absolutely! All our classes and guidance sessions are specifically designed for absolute beginners. We focus on foundational principles, ensuring you feel comfortable and confident from the very first session. No prior experience is necessary.

What should I wear and bring to class?

For Yoga, please wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows for movement. For Meditation, wear anything comfortable and warm. We provide all necessary mats and props, but feel free to bring your own water bottle.

Are these classes religious?

No. While the techniques are rooted in Tibetan culture and principles found in Buddhism (mindfulness, compassion), the classes are taught from a purely secular and therapeutic perspective. Our focus is on practical self-regulation, stress reduction, and cultivating inner calm, not religious doctrine.

Guided Meditation sessions are focused on mental stillness, breathwork, and concentration, usually done seated or lying down. Gentle Yoga is focused on mindful movement, posture, and physical stretching (Hatha) to release tension in the body. Both contribute to overall inner balance.

What is the difference between a Guided Meditation session and a Gentle Yoga class?

What is your cancellation policy for classes?

We require a minimum of 1 hour's notice to cancel or reschedule any class or session. Please refer to our full Terms & Conditions for details on late cancellations and no-shows.

Location

Join us for meditation and Yoga sessions in a serene environment.

Find Us

Himalayan Healing Arts
2B-12 Pittwater Road, MANLY New South Wales 2095

Hours

Sunday: 9 am to 12 pm
Monday: 9 am to 12 pm
Tuesday: 9 am to 7:30 pm
Wednesday: 9 am to 7:30 pm
Thursday: 9 am to 7:30 pm