Established for over 30 years, our studio is one of Australia's most reputable and longest running schools with a lively and deeply valued yoga community. Our highly experienced teachers offer various styles of yoga; dynamic hatha, vinyasa, gentle restorative, meditation, beginner classes and courses. We also offer a comprehensive, accredited part-time Yoga Teacher Training Program delivered by highly experienced instructors.
Principle Teachers
James Sierra
James teaches a unique, dynamic interpretation of yoga asana whilst drawing on the age-old Hatha Yoga tradition. His style is encouraging and infused with humour and his love of music! He has been practising and teaching yoga for more than 30 years, including ongoing studies internationally. James' teaching is deeply informed by his knowledge of human anatomy and natural health. He is also a qualified Homeopath/Naturopath and registered nurse. Together with Michele, James has run an integrated 12- month 350 hour yoga teacher training program for the past 16 years. He weaves valuable insight into nutrition, diet and traditional Hatha Yoga cleansing practices throughout the course and teaches the Asana, Anatomy, Techniques & Teaching Methodology modules.
Michele Sierra
Michele brings 30 years of experience as a student and teacher of yoga to Baulkham Hills Yoga Studio. Her initial studies in Meditation, East/West Philosophy and Hatha Yoga were undertaken in India and the USA over several years. She has studied with traditional Indian yogis, Iyengar and contemporary yoga and Feldenkrais instructors. This eclectic training fostered a keen interest in the benefit of informed physical alignment and the life-affirming practices of gentle breath work and meditation. Michele’s well-rounded practice blends traditional asana with yoga therapy for vibrancy in the body and clarity of mind. She teaches the pranayama, philosophy, yoga therapy and meditation components of the yoga teacher training program. Registered Senior Teacher YA.
Anjali Fisher
Anjali’s inspiration to teach yoga came from witnessing a profound shift in her own well being through a dedicated yoga practice spanning 20 years. As a busy mother of two, she believes yoga is a priority and act of self-care. Anjali interweaves her classes with encouragement and clear instructions to integrate one’s mind, body and breath. Her classes provide both dynamic and challenging elements, as well as nourishing, slower postures and guided relaxation. No matter where you find yourself on your yoga journey, Anjali’s skilful teaching and bright spirited nature will support and deepen your experience of yoga. Anj is an accredited 350hr Yoga Teacher and registered Mindfulness Meditation Teacher.