Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Yoga Studio in Melbourne
At Soul Train Yoga, we are passionate about making yoga accessible to everyone, regardless of age, flexibility, or body condition. Our mission is to create a nurturing community rooted in compassion, fun, and personal growth, where individuals can explore yoga as a holistic practice for mind, body, and spirit. Founded by Alison Ritchie, a registered senior yoga teacher with over 3500 hours of teaching experience, we offer personalized yoga classes, health coaching, and retreats designed to support optimal well-being. Our services include private and semi-private sessions, workplace yoga, prenatal classes, and specialized programs like the 90-day Whole New You wellbeing journey.With a teaching style that balances technical precision and approachability, we emphasize alignment, breathwork, and mindfulness to help students build strength, flexibility, and inner clarity. Our teams expertise is grounded in rigorous training, including Ashtanga yoga, pranayama, and yoga therapy, ensuring a transformative experience tailored to individual needs.
Services
Yoga Classes
Health Coaching
Yoga Retreats
Online Yoga
Prenatal Yoga
Corporate Yoga
Private Tuition
Yoga Therapy
Beginners Courses
Wellbeing Programs
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized yoga programs tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Our instructors hold advanced certifications in yoga therapy and holistic nutrition.
- Flexible class options include private sessions, workplace yoga, and online courses.
- We integrate breathwork, meditation, and philosophy for holistic well-being.
- Proven track record of transformative results through our 90-day wellbeing program.
Associations and certifications
- Yoga Australia
What people say
Life-changing experience
Supportive and knowledgeable teacher
Accessible to beginners
Improved flexibility and strength
Positive and nurturing atmosphere
Services
Yoga Classes
Soul Train Yoga offers private, semi-private, and online classes for all levels, from beginners to experienced practitioners. Our sessions focus on Ashtanga-based sequencing, breathwork, and meditation to enhance physical strength, flexibility, and mental clarity. Classes include personalized adjustments and a nurturing atmosphere to support individual progress.
Health Coaching
The 90-day Whole New You program addresses holistic well-being through nutrition, movement, and mindfulness. Tailored coaching helps clients set achievable goals for physical health, emotional balance, and life purpose, combining yoga philosophy with evidence-based practices for sustainable transformation.
Yoga Retreats
Domestic and international retreats in Australia and Thailand provide immersive yoga experiences. These retreats combine daily asana, pranayama, and meditation with opportunities for self-reflection, guided by expert instructors in serene environments to deepen practice and foster personal growth.
Corporate Yoga
Customized yoga sessions for businesses aim to reduce workplace stress and enhance employee well-being. Options include chair yoga, breathwork workshops, and team-building classes, all designed to improve focus, morale, and physical health in professional settings.
Prenatal Yoga
Specialized prenatal classes support expectant mothers with modified poses, breathwork, and relaxation techniques. These sessions focus on preparing the body for labor, alleviating pregnancy discomforts, and fostering a calm mindset, ensuring safety and comfort throughout all trimesters.
People
Alison Ritchie
Registered Yoga Teacher & Health Coach
Alison Ritchie has taught yoga for over 9 years, specializing in Ashtanga, prenatal yoga, and yoga therapy. She holds a 500+ hour diploma from The Australian Yoga Academy and a diploma in holistic nutrition, blending physical and mental wellness in her teaching.
Questions
Where are your yoga classes held?
Studio classes are in Elwood, Melbourne. Private sessions are available at your home, workplace, or online.
What styles of yoga do you teach?
We teach a simplified Ashtanga-based style, focusing on alignment, breathwork, and mindfulness for all skill levels.
Can beginners attend your classes?
Yes! Absolute beginner courses and modifications ensure yoga is accessible to everyone, regardless of experience or flexibility.
Do you offer prenatal yoga?
Yes, we provide prenatal classes tailored to support pregnancy with modified poses and breathwork for expectant mothers.
What should I wear to a yoga class?
Wear comfortable clothing that allows movement. Avoid overly baggy clothes to ensure proper posture alignment.
Are corporate yoga sessions available?
Yes, we offer workplace yoga programs to enhance employee well-being, including chair yoga and stress-reduction workshops.
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