Short answer: if you are looking for yoga classes for beginners in your area, Flametree Yoga Studio runs 17 beginner level Iyengar yoga classes a week in Darwin, at Woolner (near Parap) and Coolalinga (near Palmerston), and seven of them are also live online for anyone in Australia. Beginner 1 is a basic, introductory class for any age, size or fitness level, and you can start any week. If you are new, your first class is free: in the studio, just come along; online, click the class time you want and we email you the link to join. Then beginners get 12 classes for $59.50.
Ongoing yoga classes for beginners
Yoga classes for beginners run all year. There is no course to wait for: you can start any week, and come to as many beginner classes as suit you.
If you are searching for “beginner yoga near me” or “yoga classes for beginners in my area”, remember that online classes bring a live teacher to you, whether you are at home, at work or travelling.
Beginner class times (Darwin time)
- Monday: 8.30am Woolner and online. 6.15pm Coolalinga. 7.15pm Woolner and online.
- Tuesday: 7.30am Breathwork and meditation, Coolalinga. 8.45am Coolalinga.
- Wednesday: 6.15pm Coolalinga. 7.15pm Yoga For Backs (open level), Woolner.
- Thursday: 8.45am Coolalinga.
- Friday: 8.15am Coolalinga. 10.15am Gentle Yoga, Woolner and online.
- Saturday: 8.30am Coolalinga. 10.30am Woolner and online. 4pm Restorative Yoga (open level), Woolner and online.
- Sunday: 7.45am Breathwork and meditation, Coolalinga. 9am Coolalinga. 11am Woolner and online.
Times can change, so check the beginner timetable, which also shows online class times in your own time zone.
Flametree’s teachers are certified Iyengar yoga teachers. Certified Iyengar teachers train for a minimum of three years. Students of all levels also use private classes to work on particular issues.
How beginner classes work
Beginner classes teach simple, introductory poses, so no flexibility is needed. The teacher demonstrates each pose, explains it step by step, and helps each student, using props such as blocks, belts, blankets and chairs.
Each week you learn new poses, and revise the ones you already know. This steady approach introduces you to the basics of Iyengar yoga in a well-rounded way, so you become comfortable and confident with the poses.
Beginner classes run in the studio and online, and you can mix both on the same pass.
Beginners: first class free, then 10 at HALF price plus 2 FREE, $59.50
Already do yoga? Non-beginners: HALF price 10 pass plus 2 FREE, $104.50
Breathwork is another way to start. Beginners can join breathwork and meditation classes at Coolalinga on Tuesdays at 7.30am and Sundays at 7.45am. See breathwork classes near me.
What to wear, and yoga props
At our studios, all props are supplied, including a yoga mat. Just wear comfortable clothes you can move in; Iyengar yoga is done barefoot.
If you are doing yoga at home, household furniture like a chair and a wall can be your props. You can also buy a few props if you wish; see the yoga prop options.
Restorative classes use more props; standing poses need little more than a mat and a block. It will all be clearer after your first class.
Flametree teaches Iyengar yoga, known for its precision and use of props. Many students find it helps them feel stronger, more flexible and calmer; see the benefits of yoga.
What you learn as a beginner
In beginner classes you learn the standing poses, simple forward bends, twists, supported backbends, and preparations for inversions, and each class ends with relaxation. With regular practice, you will gradually take these basic poses further.
Many students find regular practice improves their strength, flexibility, balance and sense of calm. Results vary from person to person, and yoga supports, but does not replace, care from your doctor.
If a stronger, more dynamic practice is your aim, you will find that too as you progress to non-beginner classes.
Child’s pose, downward dog and other easy, preparatory poses are taught to beginners. Your teacher adjusts the poses to suit your body, fitness and any health conditions. If you have lower back pain, or any other health concern, tell your teacher before class.
Explore what works best for you
Try different beginner classes and teachers, and see what suits you. There is a morning, evening or weekend class for most schedules.
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Beginners: first class free, then 10 at HALF price plus 2 FREE, $59.50
Already do yoga? Non-beginners: HALF price 10 pass plus 2 FREE, $104.50
See the beginner timetable for class times in Darwin time, and, for online classes, in your own local time zone.
All beginner prices, including 10-class passes and casual classes, are on the full price list.
After several weeks of beginner classes, you will be ready to consider what to do next. Some people move up to non-beginner classes; others stay at beginner level for longer. Ask your teacher.
If it is your first time at Flametree, you will find a safe, friendly place to start your yoga.
See also how to choose a yoga studio.
If you need help or more details, please contact us.
Props are encouraged at Flametree Yoga. The room is not heated. The classes are not a tough workout, but there is enough challenge for your level. Phones and belongings are left in a room beside the yoga room. Just bring an open mind, and let the teacher know of any medical conditions.
Summary of Flametree beginner options
Beginner classes run in the studio at Woolner and Coolalinga, and many are LIVE online, on Darwin time (ACST, 9.5 hours ahead of UTC).
As well as Beginner 1, there are Gentle Yoga (Friday 10.15am), Yoga For Backs (Wednesday 7.15pm, Woolner), and Restorative Yoga (Saturday 4pm). Gentle Yoga is often preferred by people over fifty, at least to start, and includes plenty of chair work.
Once you have done some beginner yoga, the non-beginner level adds classes like Restorative and Immune Yoga, 50s Plus Focus and Women’s Wellness. See the non-beginner timetable.
In class, you also learn to use the breath. There is no perfect time to start; the important thing is to get started. Flametree’s YouTube channel shows a little more of our style of yoga.
Prices for beginners
- First class free for newcomers: in the studio, for people who have lived in the NT for three months or more; online, for anyone new to Flametree.
- Beginner deal: 10 classes at half price plus 2 free, $59.50, studio, online or both. No code, 14-day money-back guarantee. For newcomers and anyone away three months or more.
- Casual class: $14.
Some students also start with a private class or two, and then move on to regular classes.
If you are looking for a “yoga class near me”, try Flametree’s online classes, at home or while you travel.
What students say about Flametree Yoga
If you are still not sure about yoga, read what students say in the Flametree reviews.
Start beginner yoga with Flametree
- New to Flametree? Your first class is free. In Darwin, just come along to the studio. Online, click the class time you want and we email you the link to join (get your link to join here). See the beginner timetable.
- Keep going at half price. The beginner deal is 10 classes at half price plus 2 more free, $59.50 in total, in the studio, online or both. No discount code, and a 14-day money-back guarantee. For newcomers and anyone away three months or more.
- Already practising yoga? The non-beginner half price 10 pass with 2 free is $104.50, no code needed. See the non-beginner timetable.
Yoga classes for beginners: common questions
Are there yoga classes for beginners in my area?
If you live in the Darwin region, Flametree runs 17 beginner level classes a week at Woolner and Coolalinga. If you live anywhere else in Australia, seven of them are live online, so a beginner class is always within reach.
How do beginners start yoga at Flametree?
Pick a Beginner 1 class from the beginner timetable. For a studio class, just come along about 10 minutes early. For an online class, click the class time you want and we email you the link to join. If you are new, your first class is free.
What is a Beginner 1 class?
A basic, introductory Iyengar yoga class for any age, size or fitness level. The teacher shows each pose step by step, and uses props such as blocks, belts and chairs so every student can do it. No flexibility is needed.
How many times a week should a beginner do yoga?
Once a week is a good start, and twice a week helps you learn the poses faster. Many students then add a little practice at home. Go at your own pace, and ask your teacher for advice.
What should I wear to a beginner yoga class?
Comfortable clothes you can move in. Iyengar yoga is done barefoot. At the studio, mats and all props are supplied, so you do not need to bring anything.
Is Iyengar yoga good for beginners?
Many beginners find it is. Iyengar yoga is known for clear instructions, careful alignment and the use of props, so stiff, older or unfit beginners can do the poses safely and build up gradually.
Is there a gentler beginner class?
Yes. Gentle Yoga runs on Fridays at 10.15am at Woolner and online, and Restorative Yoga on Saturdays at 4pm. Both suit people who are stiff, older, or returning after a break or illness.
How much do beginner yoga classes cost?
If you are new, your first class is free. Then the beginner deal gives you 10 classes at half price plus 2 free, $59.50 in total, in the studio, online or both, with no code and a 14-day money-back guarantee. Casual classes are $14.
Beginners: first class free, then 10 at HALF price plus 2 FREE, $59.50
Already do yoga? Non-beginners: HALF price 10 pass plus 2 FREE, $104.50
Flametree Yoga Studio, Woolner and Coolalinga, Darwin, and live online.
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