Ananda Wellness Australia

07/06/2026

We're excited to officially launch Embodied Calm, our new 8-week NDIS workshop designed to support emotional wellbeing, nervous system regulation, and mind-body connection.

Created specifically for NDIS participants, this trauma-informed group program combines mindfulness, gentle body-based practices, psychoeducation, reflection, and supportive group discussion in a safe and welcoming environment.

Together, we'll explore practical tools to help participants better understand stress, overwhelm, emotional regulation, and the connection between the body and mind — while building confidence, self-awareness, resilience, and a greater sense of calm in everyday life.

Facilitated by our clinical director, Niveen and senior psychologist Dr Marta, this program is designed to be accessible, practical, and supportive for participants seeking meaningful tools for daily life.

Swipe through to learn more.

Duration: 8 weeks, each Friday 2pm - 3pm (3 groups annually)

Format: Weekly group sessions, 4-6 participants

Session Length: Approx. 60 minutes

Program Fee: $100 per session (ex GST), $80 per session if you purchase all 8 sessions at once

Location: Ananda Wellness, Fairfield VIC

Who this is for This program is for: NDIS participants who feel overwhelmed, shut down, or reactive at times, feel disconnected from their body or unsure how to regulate, are looking for practical, guided tools—not just talking *Suitable for individuals with low-intensity cognitive, physical, or psychosocial disabilities.

05/06/2026

✨ 2027 Sri Lanka Retreats are coming…

After our 2026 retreat filled quickly, we’ve had many people asking about next year’s dates.

For 2027, we’ll be offering two unique experiences:

🌿 The Cultural Triangle — ancient temples, jungle landscapes, and rich history

🌊 The South Coast — ocean views, yoga, meditation, and deep restoration

Dates and details will be released soon. Join our waitlist or stay tuned — we expect these retreats to fill quickly. ✨

03/06/2026

The Yogic Prayer Before Eating is a simple practice of gratitude that encourages us to pause before a meal and bring awareness to the nourishment before us.

In the yogic tradition, food is considered more than fuel. The prayer reminds us to acknowledge the energy, care and effort that brought the meal to our plate, while honouring the sacred act of nourishment.

According to Ayurvedic philosophy, food is offered to Agni, the digestive fire, where it is transformed into nourishment for both the body and mind. By slowing down, expressing gratitude and eating mindfully, we can develop a deeper connection with the food we consume.

28/05/2026

25/05/2026

Much of my home practice changed postpartum. I naturally moved towards gentler asana and slower movement to honour where my body and mind were at. It felt less about pushing and more about listening and softening.

Lately though, I’ve noticed a shift, moving toward a practice with more heat and focus.

So recently I’ve revisited stronger, more extended work in my home practice, beginning with Natarajasana. I love this posture because it builds such a strong foundation for deeper backbends, balancing work and arm balances. It strengthens the legs and core, opens the chest and shoulders, stretches the hip flexors and thighs, and asks for presence and concentration through drishti (focused gaze).

I rarely have time to film practice these days (most of it happens quietly in the dark before everyone wakes up, or squeezed into a focused 20 minute pocket while toddler life unfolds around me 🥲), so here’s a throwback that both demonstrates the posture and reminds me to keep showing up for myself in the ways I can.

A little reminder that life moves in seasons. There are times to soften, rest and hold gently… and there are also times to strengthen, deepen and recommit.

Right now, this feels like the practice I need.
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21/05/2026

Just under 2 months to go until we return to Sri Lanka for our 2026 Retreat 🌿

Hearing reflections like this from last year’s retreat reminds us how special these shared experiences truly become.

Our next retreat takes place 18–24 July 2026, and we now have only 2 places remaining.

We’ve opened up a special twin-share offer for the final 2 available spots — perfect if you’re thinking of joining with a friend, partner, sibling or fellow yogi ✨

Over the week we’ll share:
• Yoga + meditation practices
• Ayurveda + wellness sessions
• Ocean, nature + cultural experiences
• Ayurvedic spa massages
• Fresh, local, seasonal meals
• Space to rest, reflect and reconnect
• Beautiful shared moments in a supportive community

If you’ve been thinking about joining us, now is the time to reach out 💛

And if July 2026 feels too soon, stay connected — we’ll also be sharing details for our 2027 Sri Lanka Retreat very soon.

More information via the link below 👇🏽

https://www.anandawellness.com.au/sri-lanka-2026

Ananda Wellness Sri Lanka Retreat 2026

17/05/2026

We’re excited to introduce our first workshop offering from our NDIS service offering at Ananda Wellness.

Our NDIS approach is built around three key pillars:

•Emotional & somatic focused workshops for participants
•Yoga therapy & holistic wellbeing
•Wellbeing support and education for support workers

Our first workshop, Embodied Calm, is designed to nurture emotional regulation, nervous system calm and self-awareness in a safe, supportive space through an 8 week series of practice and reflection in a group setting.

We’re so excited to continue creating holistic, accessible supports that bring together mental health, wellbeing and meaningful connection 🤍

Explore the workshop here:
NDIS Embodied Calm Workshop

https://www.anandawellness.com.au/ndis-embodied-calm

08/05/2026

As we mark 10 years of Ananda, we’re giving our community 10% off all massage therapies booked between 5th to 17th May.

These sessions support rest, recovery and a return to balance whether you’re looking to release tension, slow down or take time for yourself.

Book via the link in stories or below and use code 10FOR10 to enjoy 10% off.

https://www.anandawellness.com.au/ayurvedic-massage-treatments