Teachers Profiles

“Your teachers are absolutely special” – Carissa, Adore Student

Nikola Ellis BA (hons) Dip. Health (Yoga), Dip Shiatsu

Nikola has been practising yoga since 1991, studying in the UK, India and Australia with teachers including TKV Desikachar, Kausthub Desikachar, Michael de Manincor, Mark Breadner, Ani Pema Chodron and Donna Farhi. Nikola is a yoga teacher-trainer and mentor who honours the principles of Viniyoga, aiming to provide each individual student with a practice that is appropriate to their specific needs. Nikola’s classes place a strong emphasis on the breath, combining body and breathwork to develop clarity, strength and balance.

Kevin Peckham

Kevin began meditating in 1978 and did his first Yoga class in 1980. A graduate of Nature Care College in both Shiatsu and the Advanced Diploma of Health (Yoga Teaching), he has enjoyed studying with with Michael de Manincor, Donna Farhi,  Sydney Yoga Space,  The Yoga Temple and Synergy Yoga. Kevin has also travelled in India, visiting Ashrams and Buddhist monasteries.

With a special interest in Yoga for Men and yoga to relieve stress, anxiety and depression, his classes combine correct alignment with simple movement and a focus on the breath in a safe non-competitive environment.

Maurice Eberlein

Maurice is a passionate surfer and yogi. He is a graduate of the Qi Yoga Teacher Training Diploma and teaches his own unique style of dynamic hatha yoga as well as the popular Astanga style.

Joan Miller

Joan Miller takes yoga back to its authentic roots, using the traditional practices of Hatha Yoga to help her students develop spiritual and physical awareness. Certified by over five nationally and internationally recognised bodies, member of Australia’s governing Yoga organization, the YTAA and Accredited Journey Therapist, Joan is a highly qualified and experienced Yoga Teacher, Yoga Therapist and Reiki Master.

Claire Silverside

Claire is a passionate student and teacher of Ashtanga and hatha yoga. She has recently returned from India where she spent time immersing herself in the ancient practice of yoga,  studying with Rolf and Marci Naujokat and Tarik Thami, senior teachers of the Ashtanga Method, as taught by Sri K.Pattabhi Jois.  Claire teaches a vinyasa-based class, helping students reach their full potential safely and with awareness. Having worked in the media industry for many years she understands the power of yoga to help busy people manage physical and mental pressures. Claire holds a Diploma of Yoga Teacher Training from Qi Natural Therapies and Yoga.

Brooke Martin

Brooke is a Pre-natal Yoga specialist who completed her teacher training at Samadhi Yoga in Newtown. Incorporating her yoga training with her skills as a qualified Doula (birth assistant), Brooke equips women with the vital tools for pregnancy, birth and early motherhood. Passionate about guiding women and their partners through the birthing process, Brooke is also an accredited Infant Massage instructor and member of the YTAA.

Amy Bailey

Amy completed her level 2 senior yoga teacher training at the Byron Bay yoga Centre and specialises in both gentle and dynamic hatha yoga. She has travelled extensively in the past 8 years, attending yoga retreats in India, Nepal and Guatemala. Amy’s passion is to pass on her love of yoga and help her students go deeper into their self-practice.

Liz Kerr

Liz first discovered yoga when she moved to Manly from the UK. Ten years on, she is an Australian citizen with two beautiful Aussies of her own. Motherhood was the trigger for Liz to take her yoga studies further and having completed her Hatha Yoga Teacher Training Diploma she is now a member of the Yoga Teachers Association of Australia (YTAA). Liz wants to share her love of yoga with everyone she meets; but only when they are ready!

Scotts classes are designed to balance strength & flexibility with stamina, assisting students to progress  their practice on a physical, mental and emotional level. He has spent over 10 years studying various ‘mind/body’ disciplines and has trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Yoga and Pilates. Scott has a special interest in developing personal programmes specific to the individuals’ needs, goals and ability.

Kimberley Mitchell

Kimberley, a certified Iyengar teacher, has been teaching yoga for ten years. She has trained extensively with leading yoga teachers in Europe, Australia and in India at BKS Iyengar's Institute in Pune.With a warm heart and emphasis on correct alignment, Kimberley guides students in a fun, safe and healthy yoga practice that is suitable for everyone.