Sama Wellness Studio

Revealing our treasures this long weekend ✨

FRIDAY
6am Flow (heated) with Imogen
8am Mellow with Kelly
6pm Soundbath with Sarah

SATURDAY
8am Flow with Kriz

SUNDAY
8am Yin with Sarah

MONDAY
8am Mellow with Fran

“You are not the darkness you endured. You are the light that refused to surrender.” ~ John Mark Green

Introducing our newest class on the schedule Mantra Meditation 🧡

Discover the ancient art of Mantra Meditation, a powerful yogic practice designed to calm, center, and strengthen the mind. Whether you’re experienced or new to chanting, this class offers a welcoming space to deepen your practice and connect with the profound energy of sound.

Mantra, which translates to “instrument of the mind,” uses the power of sound to guide your thoughts, emotions, and Prana into alignment. Our Mantra Meditation led by class beautifully weaves together mythical storytelling, Sanskrit chanting, Japa meditation, and Kirtan, creating a rich and immersive experience.

But what makes mantra meditation so transformative? The repetition of sacred sounds and vibrations, serves as a tool to focus the mind and promote healing. This practice is deeply connected to Sound Therapy, where the vibrational qualities of sound work to soothe the nervous system, balance energy, and elevate consciousness.

Join us in this liberating devotional practice and experience the unique blend of sound, tradition, and spirituality. Let the power of mantra be your guide to inner peace and connection.

Step into a world of sound and intention.

🗓️ Wednesday 6:30-7:30pm
📍Sama Wellness Studio
🎶 Suitable for all

Hey there 👋 It’s about time for an overdue reintroduction. There are many new faces around here (welcome), and looking back, I have had a few hair style changes since my last introduction post, and I barely recognise the old me!

I’m Sarah, a deeper thinker, feeler, creative soul and proudly q***r woman living in the South West of WA. I value and respect individuality and authenticity, and I am a community minded person.
I have naturally gravitated towards careers that enable me to share my passions with others despite being an introvert 🫣 I am a full-time educator, founder of in Dunsborough where I teach Yoga, Meditation and share the beautiful gift of Sound Therapy, and I am a practicing Artist

I know… it sounds like a lot, I hear that often! 😂 If I am being honest, sometimes it is a challenge to balance work and business and still have the time to experience all the things I love, like travel, learning and spending quality time with family and friends. Becoming a small business owner has taught me many things, not only about business but about myself. It’s honestly an endless journey of triumphs and trials, but I wouldn’t change a thing.

One of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned along the way: finding those little moments to refill your own cup is everything ✨ Whether it’s through yoga, meditation, a peaceful walk in nature, losing myself in a book, writing poetry or finding flow state as I dance around a canvas —these are the things that help me reconnect and rebalance when my world feels a little out of rhythm.

I truly believe when we realign with ourselves, we create space for happiness, wellness, and endless possibilities to flow in 💫 From inception, Sama Wellness Studio has at its core, intended to be more than bricks and mortar, it is a community and for many it is a sanctuary—a space to recharge, find balance, and reconnect with the best version of yourself.

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Compassion, connection and community are at the heart of our community classes. Voluntarily taught by passionate teachers who are looking for the opportunity to share an offering with our community and support a local charity in the process.

For the month of September our classes will be taught by Amalia with proceeds to be donated to Beyond Blue

About your teacher: Amalia sees Yoga as a Prayer to the Self, a tool for inner realisation and expansion. She describes the body a Temple with many chambers that we can discover as we navigate through our practice of the different limbs.

About the class: During the month of September, Amalia’s classes will be Hatha based, drawing on the breath, smooth and slow transitions to strengthen the body and mind.

Collecting cash donations on the day, we encourage you to donate if you can, knowing that one hundred percent of donations will go to Beyond Blue as selected by Amalia.

Join us Thursday’s 5-6pm 🧡

Another beautiful soul joins us at Sama Wellness Studio 🧡

Meet Kris 👋🏼

Kriz has recently moved from Fremantle and nestled into the beautiful South West. She is an ever evolving, devoted Yoga Teacher and Reiki Healer. Kriz has been practicing Yoga for 10+ years. Initially, beginning her studies as a Yoga Teacher to deepen her practice and explore herself more, little did she know that would take her down the path of finding her greatest passion - being a teacher! She feels it is most deeply nourishing and rewarding ‘job’ she has ever had.

Whilst moving to the South West, Kriz had taken a short break from teaching to reconnect more deeply to her natural rhythms ~ through self practice. This has taught her the importance of finding equilibrium in the healing space. Meanwhile, she has been working alongside some inspiring men with disabilities and mental health illness. Whilst also running some events with meditation, sound healing, breath work and contrast therapy. Yoga is her way of moving the self into a different state, moving energy and committing to exploring the heart and soul.

Her classes incorporate pranayama and mudras to enhance flow of energy and eliminate blockages and stagnancy’s in the body and mind.

You can join Kriz in the studio on Wednesday’s 5-6pm for a heated Flow, or on Saturday for a 75min Flow at 8am, commencing this Saturday!

New Class & Welcome Tessa 🧡

If you had the opportunity to join our Community Class over the month of August, you would have already had the pleasure to meet Tessa! Tessa has in the last two years settled here in the South West and is an Exercise Physiologist by profession.

Tessa came across Yoga at the age of 16 as she joined an Ashtanga Course back in her homeland Finland. As a lover of all sports and movement practices, Yoga has been the one that remained throughout her whole life. After Tessa completed her Yoga Teacher Training in Nepal, Yoga has grown to be more like a lifestyle. Alongside asana practice, Tessa is dedicated Vipassana meditator.

Yoga provides Tessa with beautiful community alongside with ever-increasing compassion, equanimity and self-awareness. Teaching Yoga means to her having the opportunity to pass on the gifts that she has acquired from multiple teachers along the way. Tessa is passionate about assisting people becoming healthier and stronger versions of themselves.

You can rise and shine with Tessa in the studio every Thursday morning for one of newest offerings, Ashtanga, starting this Thursday. We look forward to brining you a 90 minute Ashtanga class in October. We enourage you to dip your toes in our 60 minute practice in anticipation for working towards the full primary series.

Ashtanga (led)
Ashtanga yoga is a dynamic practice which moves through a set sequence of asana (postures), synchronising breath and movement known as ‘vinyasa’ alongside focussed gaze points ‘drishti’ and energy locks ‘bandhas’.

In our Ashtanga led class you will be guided through a curated set sequence of postures based on the Primary Series to suit the length of class, allowing you to build an internal heat and, gradually over time, increasing your strength and flexibility.

​The Ashtanga practice is perfectly designed to realign, detoxify and purify the body and the nervous system. An excellent foundation to any yoga practice, suitable for beginners through to more experienced practitioners.

We would love to have you join us for our August edition of Community Classes at Sama Wellness Studio 🧡

Compassion, connection and community are at the heart of our community classes. Voluntarily taught by passionate teachers who are looking for the opportunity to share an offering with our community and support a local charity in the process.

For the month of August our classes will be taught by Tessa with proceeds to be donated to a locally based charity; POOPS (Pooches of Older Persons).

About your teacher:
Tessa has in the last two years settled here in the South West and is an Exercise Physiologist by profession. She travelled to Nepal to complete her Ashtanga and Hatha training, has completed three separate 10-day Vipassana silent meditation courses and most recently has completed her Yin Training locally. Tessa currently guides a couple of classes a week and is very excited to connect with the community at Sama Wellness Studio.

About the class:
During the month of August, Tessa’s classes will be an Ashtanga led class, drawing on the primary series and integrating some of the secondary series into the practice.

Collecting cash donations on the day, we encourage you to donate if you can, knowing that one hundred percent of donations will go to POOPS as selected by Tessa.

Registration to attend is encouraged and can be completed via our booking system (app or web). We have capacity to accept walk ins too.

Join us in studio each Thursday 5-6pm.

Please reach out with any questions you may have

🌟 July’s Community Classes🌟

​Our Community Classes are held on Thursday’s 5-6pm and vary in the offering from month to month based on the teachers style, training and experiences. Attendance to these classes, are by donation with 100% of the funds raises to be donated to the charity as chosen by the Community Class teacher.

For the month of July, Mackenzie is guiding our classes with all funds raised to be donated to Sea Shepherd Australia.
ellla is an intuitive energy work practitioner and passionate yoga teacher who has recently moved to Dunsborough. The art of Yoga has had such a drastic impact on her life as she found the practice for the first time after breaking her back at the age of 18. Yoga completely transformed her life and she wanted to help assist others to experience the same transformation, which is why she became a teacher. Mackenzie has been teaching full time since 2020 and has been running her own home studio in Nannup & Jalbarragup the past 3 years.

Mackenzie’s classes will be a ‘Flow’ based offering; expect to be intuitively guided, to feel embodied and encouraged to feel into your own journey. Mackenzie has a deep passion for holistic healing and shamanic roots & can’t wait to meet you all this July!

Friends, we know you have all heard of Sea Shepherd Australia 💙

Their mission is to defend, conserve and protect our ocean🐋 and we are thrilled to announce that they will receive all donations from our community classes this July, as chosen by .ellla

We hope you can join us each Thursday 5-6pm 🙏🏼

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Our Community Classes are back 🧡

Compassion, connection and community are at the heart of our community classes.

Voluntarily taught by passionate teachers who are looking for the opportunity to share an offering with our community and support a local charity in the process.

✨This May our classes will be taught by Jaya with proceeds to be donated to ✨

Jaya has recently moved to to the South West from Perth where she had been teaching for the past 3 years. Jaya discovered her love for Yoga in her late teens and loves the way Yoga allows her to connect, strengthen and accept both her body and my mind.

During the month of May, Jaya’s classes with be an accessible and gentle slow flow practice encouraging a deep connection to breath, body and mind. Focusing on indulgent mediative movements suitable for beginners and beyond.

Collecting donations on the day, we encourage you to donate if you can, knowing that one hundred percent of donations will go to Dog Refuge Home, Shenton Park as selected by Jaya.

Registration to attend is encouraged and can be completed via our booking system (app or web). We have capacity to accept walk ins too. Please DM with any questions you may have.

We have collated some soul nourishing offerings for you to sink into over this Easter long weekend, including full availability to our wellness sanctuary for your infrared sauna and contrast therapy sessions.

We highly encourage you to book ahead to reserve your space in a class and express it to be necessary to secure an appointment.

Please reach out with any questions you might have 🧡 we look forward to sharing space with you over this restful break!

Ever wondered how our Contrast Therapy sessions work their magic on your nervous system? Let’s unpack the incredible journey of resilience that unfolds during this holistic wellness practice.

1️⃣ Balancing the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS):
Contrast Therapy has a unique ability to regulate the Autonomic Nervous System, which comprises the sympathetic (fight or flight) and parasympathetic (rest and digest) branches. The Infrared Sauna gently activates the sympathetic response, promoting alertness and vitality, while the Ice Bath triggers the parasympathetic system, inducing a calming effect. This dynamic balance teaches your nervous system to adapt efficiently to various stressors.

2️⃣ Neuroplasticity and Adaptation:
The alternating exposure to heat and cold in Contrast Therapy challenges the nervous system, promoting neuroplasticity – the brain’s ability to adapt and reorganize itself. This adaptability extends to the nervous system, fostering resilience and improved coping mechanisms. Your body learns to navigate stressors with greater ease, enhancing overall wellbeing.

3️⃣ Enhancing Vagal Tone:
The Vagus Nerve, a key player in the parasympathetic system, is positively influenced by Contrast Therapy. The cold exposure of the Ice Bath stimulates the Vagus Nerve, improving vagal tone. A well toned Vagus Nerve is associated with better stress resilience, emotional regulation, and overall mental health.

4️⃣ Stress Hormone Regulation:
Contrast Therapy contributes to the regulation of stress hormones like cortisol. The heat from the Infrared Sauna induces a mild stress response, followed by the cooling effect of the Ice Bath, promoting cortisol balance. This controlled exposure helps your body learn to manage stress more effectively over time.

5️⃣ Mind-Body Connection:
As you engage in Contrast Therapy regularly, the mind-body connection strengthens. The intentional transition between contrasting temperatures encourages a heightened awareness of your body’s responses, fostering mindfulness and resilience in the face of both physical and mental challenges.

Contrast Therapy appointments are bookable Wednesday to Sunday at Sama Wellness Studio ✨

YIN, GONG & CACAO

Unwind, rest and restore with the beautiful practice of Yin Yoga, nourishing Ceremonial Cacao and Gong bath this coming long weekend Saturday 2 March, 10:30am - 12:30pm 🧘🏼

Over this two hour journey you will be guided through a series of restorative Yin shapes to calm the parasympathetic nervous system, cultivate a sense of surrender and sink into deep rest enveloped in a blissful Gong bath.

I am very excited to share with you a warmed Ceremonial Grade Cacao to conclude our time together.

Limited spaces are available for this intimate setting. Reach out with any questions or book via our app.

Exchange✨ $60 for guests and $51 for members.

Create a foundation for holistic wellbeing rooted in Ayurvedic wisdom.

Join Skaya Hedstrom for a nourishing somatic slow flow practice, followed by a moment to sip an Ayurvedic digestive tea before beginning the workshop.

Skaya is very knowledgeable and will guide you through an exploration into Ayurveda’s foundational principles, bringing awareness to our unique energy blueprint and the exploration of daily and seasonal rituals (Dinacharya and Ritucharya) that are implementable and transformative.

We have space still available for you to join us this Sunday in this not to be missed special event.

Book in via the courses and events tab of our booking portal or app.

Exchange ✨
Guests $60, Sama Wellness Studio members $51

Embrace the art of relaxation as you release the week’s tension and gracefully transition into the weekend. 🧘‍♀️✨

Starting this Friday, alternating each Friday with our Soundbath Meditation, we introduce a new class to the schedule 🧡 Nidra & Breathwork with

Immerse yourself in the soothing practice of Yoga Nidra, a guided meditation that taps into your deepest layers of tranquility. Coupled with mindful and nourishing Breathwork, this class becomes a powerful tool for stress reduction, enhanced focus, and profound relaxation.

Unravel the knots of the week, cultivating a sense of inner peace that will resonate throughout your weekend.

Your wellbeing deserves this sacred pause.

Have you heard… our contrast therapy sessions are now live!

We’re thrilled to announce that our Contrast Therapy sessions are now live and open for booking! 🔥❄️ Immerse yourself in the ultimate wellness experience with our Infrared Sauna and Ice Bath sessions.

🔍 What is Contrast Therapy?
Contrast Therapy is a powerful wellness practice that involves alternating between heat (Infrared Sauna) and cold (Ice Bath). This dynamic duo offers a myriad of benefits for your body and mind. 🌬️❤️ Let’s look at some of the benefits behind it:

🔥 Infrared Sauna:
✨ Boosts circulation and cardiovascular health
✨ Detoxifies the body at a cellular level
✨ Eases muscle tension and promotes relaxation

❄️ Ice Bath:
✨ Reduces inflammation and soothes sore muscles
✨ Enhances recovery and accelerates healing
✨ Invigorates the mind and boosts mood

💡 Why try Contrast Therapy?
Whether you’re seeking recovery, rejuvenation, or a holistic wellness experience, Contrast Therapy has got you covered. It’s not just a treatment; it’s a journey to total wellbeing and has the ability build resiliency within the nervous system, we have loads to share on this, so keep your eyes on our socials to learn some more over the coming days.

📆 How to book your session:
Secure your spot now and treat yourself to the ultimate self-care ritual. Either via our website booking portal or app, head to the appointments section and search through our calendar to find a time that aligns. Only available times will display, so if a time slot is missing or a day is already fully booked, it will not show any availability. You can book individual sessions, or take advantage of our packs of 5, 10 or 20 to save on session pricing.

🧘‍♂️✨ Reach out with any questions you might have about Contrast Therapy sessions at Sama Wellness Studio.

Are you joining us for The beauty of Ayurveda - Somatic Yoga Flow and Ayurveda Workshop? ✨

Ponder what this day may look like….

Waking up before sunrise, sipping on warm water or your favourite herbal tea, lovingly applying oil to your skin as you then take a stroll in nature. Taking the time to soak in the first sunlight syncing your mind, body and soul with nature’s rhythms. A shower to cleanse, then a light breakfast of stewed apples before heading to Sama Wellness Studio to meet your fascilitator Skaya Hedstrom

We’ll begin our morning together in The Yoga Shala with a mindful slow flow that will tune us in to breath and the physical body. This alignment encourages our receptivity for our inner wisdom to reach us

We will take a moment to sip an Ayurvedic digestive tea before beginning our workshop. This is an exploration into Ayurveda’s foundational principles, becoming aware of our unique energy blueprint and explore daily and seasonal rituals (Dinacharya and Ritucharya) that are implementable and transformative.

This begins your journey to discovering optimal wellbeing by harmonising lifestyle, nourishment, senses and soul with nature’s intention. The most vibrant version of Self.

Exchange 🧡
$51 for SWS members and $60 for guests.

Booking now available via the courses and event tab of our booking app or web portal.

Reach out with any questions.

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Your private wellness sanctuary awaits.

Sessions are easy to book via the appointments tab in our app or web portal. Availability this weekend for our soft opening 🧡

If you have any questions, please reach out.

Have you heard about our wellness sanctuary?

It’s a sacred space where you can leave your busy world behind you; retreat and reconnect with yourself.

Featuring our spacious state of the art Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna, a haven where modern science meets relaxation.

A soft opening of sorts, we have limited sessions available this weekend 🧡 All bookings are made through the appointments section of our app or web portal.

Very soon our beautiful Cedar wrapped Ice Bath will be available for use as part of our Contrast Therapy sessions.

If you have any questions, please reach out we are more than happy to chat.

The beauty of Ayurveda - Somatic Yoga Flow and Ayurveda Workshop ✨

Ponder what this day may look like….

Waking up before sunrise, sipping on warm water or your favourite herbal tea, lovingly applying oil to your skin as you then take a stroll in nature. Taking the time to soak in the first sunlight syncing you mind, body and soul with nature’s rhythms. A shower to cleanse, then a light breakfast of stewed apples before heading to Sama Wellness Studio to meet your fascilitator Skaya Hedstrom

We’ll begin our morning together in The Yoga Shala with a mindful slow flow that will tune us in to breath and the physical body. This alignment encourages our receptivity for our inner wisdom to reach us

We will take a moment to sip an Ayurvedic digestive tea before beginning our workshop. This is an exploration into Ayurveda’s foundational principles, becoming aware of our unique energy blueprint and explore daily and seasonal rituals (Dinacharya and Ritucharya) that are implementable and transformative.

This begins your journey to discovering optimal wellbeing by harmonising lifestyle, nourishment, senses and soul with nature’s intention. The most vibrant version of Self.

Exchange 🧡
$51 for SWS members and $60 for guests.

Booking now available via the courses and event tab of our booking app or web portal.

Reach out with any questions.

✨Calling all wellness practitioners in the South West!✨

Are you looking to join a diverse group of wellness practitioners in an established community who value holistic health and wellbeing?

If you are seeking to grow your wellness business in an aligned space, then we would love to receive your expression of intrest to use our practitioner room for your energetic and/or bodywork practice.

Sama Wellness Studio is located in the Dunsborough Lakes LIA with a large frontage on Commonage Road. Our Practitioner Room is brand new and comes furnished. We offer a regular schedule of yoga, breathwork, mediation and sound bath journeys in the mornings and evenings. Additionally, in our adjoining unit with spacious reception area, we have an Infrared Sauna and Ice Bath opening this January! Our founder and local artist and creative coach Sarah Malone has her art studio upstairs above reception.

To complete your EOI, head to the link in our bio. We look forward to hearing from you!

P.S. we would love your support in spreading the word, if you know of someone this may suit or believe they should take the next step in their holistic wellness based business, tag them below 👇🏼

Where is your energy flowing this week?

Looking for a class that will challenge the way you move and kick start your day? Then look no further.

We invite you to join Kobie for our newest class on the schedule, commencing Jan 4th.

📣 NEW CLASS 📣
FORM (heated) every Thursday morning 6-7am

An athletic and upbeat Flow inspired practice. This energising class is intelligently designed to strengthen and condition the body, building stamina, endurance, strength and flexibility. Our Form class has a physical focus and is suitable for anyone interested in a challenge, great beats and a good sweat!

FORM has been specifically added to our schedule to complement your existing yoga practice. Accessible for all levels of experience with modifications and alternatives provided.

Our heated classes are seasonly adjusted at our studio. Using infrared heating technology, temperatures range from 28 to 36 degrees.

New to the studio? Take advantage of our Intro Offer and explore unlimited classes across the schedule for 4 weeks! DM with any questions 🙏🏼

📣 NEW CLASS ALERT 📣

Looking to broaden your yoga practice? After a Vinyasa free class?

We invite you to join Fran in our newest class on the schedule, commencing Jan 2nd.

HATHA (heated) every Tuesday morning 6-7am

Experience a Hatha focussed practice that will challenge the entire body as you work to build strength, balance and flexibility.

During this class you will learn to integrate asana and pranayama techniques to control your breath and focus the mind, leading to a deeper, calmer practice.

Expect a true union of the body and mind ✨

At Sama Wellness Studio, our heated classes are seasonly adjusted. Using infrared heating technology, temperatures range from 28 to 36 degrees.

This class is perfect for beginners through to more experienced students looking to deepen and refine.

New to the studio? Take advantage of our Intro Offer and explore unlimited classes across the schedule for 4 weeks! DM with any questions 🙏🏼

An absolute heartfelt thanks and Merry Christmas! 🎄🌟

As we step into this joyous season, we are overwhelmed with gratitude for the unwavering support of our incredible community. Moving into our new studio has been a transformative journey, and it wouldn’t be as meaningful without each and every one of you.

Your enthusiasm and positivity have fueled our growth, and we’re thrilled to welcome you into our expanded space. Here’s to more moments of wellness, connection, and joy in the upcoming year!

In the spirit of the season, we want to extend warm wishes to you and your loved ones. May your holidays be filled with love, laughter, and moments that become cherished memories.

Whether you’ve been with us from the beginning or joined us recently, you are an integral part of our wellness family. Thank you for your support, your energy, and the positive vibes you bring to our studio. Wishing you a Christmas filled with warmth, a New Year brimming with possibilities, and a heart full of gratitude.

With love and festive cheer,
The team at Sama Wellness Studio ✨🌟