Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Sanctuary for Yoga and Mindfulness in Brisbane
SoHo Yoga was founded in 2014 with a vision to create a more mindful and compassionate world through yoga and meditation. Our suburban sanctuary in inner north Brisbane offers a welcoming space where qualified teachers guide practitioners of all levels. We provide 35+ weekly classes, including Vinyasa Flow, Yin Yoga, and Restorative Yoga, alongside specialized programs like trauma-informed yoga for mental health.Our accredited teacher training programs and community-focused approach reflect our commitment to accessibility and holistic well-being. With both in-studio and on-demand options, we ensure yoga remains a flexible, inclusive practice for modern lifestyles.
Services
Vinyasa Flow
Yin Yoga
Restorative Yoga
Slow Flow
Mindful Slow Flow
Yoga Teacher Training
Yoga for Mental Health
Beginners Yoga Immersion
Yoga for Back Care
Meditation Workshops
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- Established in 2014 with a proven track record in yoga instruction
- Offering 35+ weekly classes for all levels, including specialized mental health sessions
- Accredited teacher training programs recognized by Yoga Alliance International Registry
- Community-focused approach fostering a supportive and inclusive environment
- Convenient access to both in-studio and on-demand online classes
Associations and certifications
- Yoga Alliance International Registry
What people say
Amazing teachers
Safe and powerful space
Variety of classes
Spiritual and respectful
Improved mental health
Services
Vinyasa Flow
Dynamic, breath-connected movement sequences that build strength and flexibility. Suitable for intermediate practitioners seeking energizing practices. Classes incorporate mindful transitions and prana (energy) flow principles to enhance physical and mental well-being.
Yin Yoga
Long-held floor poses targeting connective tissues to improve mobility and energy flow. Ideal for stress relief, this practice stimulates meridians to balance physical and emotional health through Taoist principles.
Restorative Yoga
Supported poses held up to 15 minutes to activate the body's relaxation response. This class reduces cortisol levels, promotes serotonin release, and induces deep physical and mental restoration through guided Yoga Nidra techniques.
Yoga Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-300 hour programs accredited by Yoga Alliance. Curriculum includes Vinyasa, Yin, and trauma-informed methodologies. Designed for career development with mentorship from Brisbane's leading instructors.
Mindful Slow Flow
Balanced practice combining mindful movement with breath awareness. Focuses on nervous system regulation for stress management, incorporating trauma-informed techniques suitable for all experience levels and physical conditions.
People
Amanda Zdanowicz
Owner/Director
Certified yoga teacher with international training, specializing in creative vinyasa and mindful yin practices. Combines contemporary themes with traditional yoga philosophy to enhance daily life applications.
Julie Smerdon
Senior Teacher
Three-decade yoga and meditation expert known for blending technical precision with soulful insights. Focuses on making yoga accessible while maintaining its transformative depth for practitioners.
Nicole Sanders
Mental Health Specialist
Trauma-informed yoga teacher with lived experience in mental health. Develops programs integrating breath awareness and nervous system regulation techniques to support emotional resilience and self-compassion.
Sheila Ferguson
Anusara Teacher
Anusara lineage instructor emphasizing alignment and expansion. Translates esoteric yoga philosophy into practical teachings that highlight inherent wholeness in every body and life situation.
Kerrie Benham
Stress Management
Corporate wellness specialist using breath-movement integration to reduce stress. Balances busy family life with yoga practices that create physical space and mental calmness for modern practitioners.
Questions
What yoga styles do you offer for beginners?
We offer Slow Flow, Yin Yoga, and Restorative Yoga classes specifically designed for beginners with gentle instruction and modifications.
Do you provide trauma-informed mental health support?
Yes, our Mindful Slow Flow classes and workshops use trauma-sensitive techniques developed by certified instructor Nicole Sanders to support mental wellness.
What teacher training programs are available?
We offer 200-hour Vinyasa, 50-hour Yin, and trauma-informed specialty programs accredited by Yoga Alliance International Registry.
How do you accommodate different fitness levels?
All classes offer modifications. Teachers provide pose variations and use props to ensure safe practice for all physical conditions and experience levels.
What makes SoHo Yoga unique?
We combine 35+ weekly classes with community workshops, mental health focus, and globally trained instructors in a purpose-designed Brisbane studio space.
