A word of so many meaning, images and feelings that was so loudly and clearly repeating to me during a time that would have been easier spent retreating or timidly dreaming.
Now, I am humbly proud and excited to offer you what has become one of the most profound threads of my life, here, at Antara Studios.
Born and raised in Toowoomba, I came into my own yoga practice not long after the birth of my third child. I fell in love with the changing experience – no two are ever the same, through space, posture, time or teacher. I learned the true meaning of gratitude, compassion and acceptance, and I learned that I will continue to re-learn this for every day of my life.
It took me a good number years to discover and feel that movement and mindfulness practices are to be shared with the world, and that I was capable. It took a few years more for this studio and community to appear – and for every beautiful teacher, every incredible client and every heartfelt intention in this process, I am infinitely grateful.
I know first-hand that to find compassion and resilience in our steps and our stillness is just as important off the mat as it is on. To take that same strength, vulnerability and kindness into the real world – and be comfortable in it - is the true practice.
What an honour it is for our team to stand beside you in spaces and opportunities that stimulate and maintain inner growth; to nurture, understand, explore, challenge, rest, repair and release on the way to knowing and experiencing our truest selves.
Leah Palmer-O’Malley
I’ve been on this amazing journey for 20 years, holding space and helping Mumma’s find alignment and balance and wellness during their pregnancies and life post-birth.
My aim in my Pregnancy and Birth in Balance yoga classes, is to not only infuse all the beautiful elements of yoga; but also to provide tools and techniques for optimal mumma and bubba positioning, soft-tissue balance and alignment and therefore a more comfortable and empowered pregnancy and birth.
I’m so grateful and incredibly blessed that my passion has become my life’s work and to be a part of the beautiful ‘virya’ (energy) and ‘sangha’ (community/family) that is the essence of Amy and Antara Studios.