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Yoga for Men – Deakin University Study , published in ‘Australian Psychologist’

27 September 2022
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In 2021 Deakin University interviewed a number of men from my Thursday night ‘Mens Class’ as part of a research project looking into the health benefits of yoga for men. The results were overwhelmingly positive and the paper was selected for publication  in the prestigious and highly regarded ‘Australian Psychologist’. 

Well done to the original author, Bo Nixon the whole team at Deakin University, in particular Melissa O’Shea and most importantly many thanks to the men who partook in the interviews. Hopefully your courage and candour will inspire many other men to take up yoga.

🙏

Tim

To read the published  article click here

 

Feature Article by Tim Oddie in ‘Australian Yoga Life’ Magazine

26 September 2017
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“I felt profoundly grateful, honored to be asked to submit an article on such an auspicious pose – Padmasana” (Tim).

In recognition of Tim’s expertise,  Australian Yoga Life magazine asked him to contribute a feature article in their latest issue (September 2017 #56).  The article offers an in depth and detailed explanation of one of the most significant of all yoga poses – Padmasana or ‘Lotus Pose’.

Once their next issue is published (December 2017) an online link to the whole article will be available.  Until then the magazine can be purchased in leading newsagents or at the school for $8.00.

Yoga for Sports. Read the article from Australian Yoga LIFE magazine.

13 April 2017
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Whether you are looking for a competitive edge in your sporting pursuits or needing something to enhance your life both on and off the field, Yoga practice may just be the answer.
An extract from Australian Yoga LIFE magazine:  
 
“What do Geelong Cats’ vice-captain Harry Taylor, three-time world champion cyclist Kaarle McCulloch, and Brisbane Heat fastbowler Nick Buchanan have in common? They’ve all embraced yoga to enhance their lives inside and outside the sporting arena. And they join a growing list of elite Australian athletes using yoga to gain a competitive edge and cope better with the pressures of high-level competition.
 
For the past nine years Taylor has been doing Iyengar yoga weekly with Tim Oddie of Geelong City Yoga. For Cats’ players, yoga is a recovery option. “Yoga is a mental break in the week, a re-set button between putting the last game on the shelf and moving forward to the next game,” explains Taylor. And while he enjoys the stretching, he says it’s the mental side of yoga he really gets the most out of.

READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE – Yoga, Giving Athletes an Edge – Australian Yoga LIFE magazine

The full article first appeared  in Australian Yoga LIFE magazine www.ayl.com.au

Deepening Practice Program

13 April 2017
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The Deepening Practice Program (DPP) will consist of a series of regular Sunday sessions for committed yoga practitioners/students/teachers interested in the deepening of their yoga experience. The program will be coordinated by Tim Oddie and sessions conducted with his guidance but others will also be encouraged to contribute and take increasing ‘ownership’ of this evolving program.

The transformative yogic journey to wholeness truly begins with the development of a personal practice. Though this is ultimately the most personnel of journeys it is of immense benefit to have the support of others with whom you can regularly share your learning’s, difficulties and other experiences.

This program will provide the information, the support and encouragement you need to develop your understanding and to deepen your experience of a sustained yoga practice.

For those wishing to undertake teacher training in the future this program will provide a valuable preparation. However acceptance into this program is by no means restricted to those wishing to teach but only to those wishing to evolve    

You won’t look back!

When: The 1st SUNDAY of every month 1.30 – 4.30pm (starting Sunday May 7th). DPP for 2017 will consist of 7sessions (no August session due to Bali Retreats)

Format: The sessions will consist of a 1.5hour practice session followed by 1.5hours of Q&A/discussion (and Chai!). The week prior to each session Tim will welcome any emailed questions/suggestions for consideration.  On some Sundays these sessions may also coincide with a late afternoon Kirtan or other music event open to the broader community or maybe a shared meal downstairs at Shiraaz Indian Restaurant.

Cost

Cost for all 7 sessions  $490

Casually per session  $90 *

(* numbers are limited and priority will be given to those committed to all 7 sessions. Sessional attendance may not be available or subject to a waitlist.)

Requirements: Prerequisite to this program will be regular attendance at GCY level 2 or 3 classes or a regular practice at home or elsewhere of similar level.

(If unsure please feel free to discuss with Tim.) Finally and most importantly   you will require the curiosity and commitment to undergo your own transformation and the compassion to assist others in theirs.

To Apply: Contact Tim directly on 0419 313677.

Lunchtime Yoga in the CBD!

6 March 2017
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If you work or indeed live in the CBD take advantage of our new lunchtime class options. 

We have ‘Lunchtime’ classes 5 days per week!

These 45min classes are specifically designed to cater for the physical and mental strains that come from sitting at a desk all day. 
 
Classes will have you returning to your work refreshed, calm and focused. (not sweaty!)
It’ll boost your energy and focus, reduce stress, and unravel the kinks from a morning at the desk.
  • Highly qualified and experienced yoga teachers.
  • No yoga experience needed.
  • Classes in the heart of Geelong’s CBD.
  • Casual passes available – no need to book
Take advantage of our ‘FREE Trial class’ offer and come and experience what a difference a bit of self care can make to your day.

Men do yoga! Read the article from Australian Yoga LIFE magazine

4 February 2017
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In fact all kinds of men do yoga!

Do you, your husband, your son, your father, your mate need to start looking after themselves?

Men often have particular challenges with yoga and in most regular classes are greatly in the minority. They may be strong, but are often less flexible and this can mean poses take a bit more time or need a particular approach. Geelong City Yoga’s men’s class focuses on addressing  these issues. Classes are taught in a challenging yet supportive, non-competitive environment.
 
OR CALL Tim 0419 313 677

An extract from Australian Yoga LIFE magazine:

“Tim Oddie – a Certified Iyengar teacher of 15 years – sees yoga as a powerful mechanism for investigating men’s health and identity. And he’s in a position to preach: for over 20 years he has commonly been the only male student in class; he has taught many men one-on-one; has instructed large private groups of men (including the Geelong AFL team for the past eight years); and he has consulted and encouraged yoga teachers and yoga studios on men-only yoga.

As is often the way, what started out as an exercise in commercial viability (i.e. how to get the other 50% of the population on a yoga mat) has moved to heart level and he cares deeply and passionately about fully and personally meeting the needs of his men.” 

READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE – MensYogaArticle – Australian Yoga LIFE magazine

The full article first appeared  in Australian Yoga LIFE magazine www.ayl.com.au