Reviews
The most welcoming, vibrant studio I have ever been too! I have been to Yogareal for over five years, it helped with my breathing, mindset and calm, and opened out all my body, opened and cleared my mind. Yogareal combines a number of styles along with Robbie’s own, includes teaching beyond the exercise and embraces everyone. I usually do three classes a week because of the benefits it gives and I enjoy learning from each teacher. I am currently living far away and miss it dearly I highly value the teaching, feel good vibes, warmth, laughs, and love this studio has. 5 all the way will be back
For the past decade, I have been practicing with Robert, Theresa and the community at Yogareal, and it has transformed my life. Having a storied history with depression, asthma and back problems, Rob’s teachings gave me the tools to access my breath, allowing me to sit back from my mind, and to experience my own health and vitality in a way I never felt possible. Robert’s classes are simple, accessible for everyone, and lighthearted. If you are seeking an inclusive yoga studio, where you work strongly but don’t take yourself too seriously, this is the place! I feel very fortunate to have found Yogareal all those years ago, and very grateful for Rob and his teachings.
If I was asked to describe my experience at Yogareal in just a few words, I would say genuine, loving, unfolding, nurturing, caring, instructional, creative, beneficial, life enhancing, and insightful on all levels - physically, mentally and emotionally. If you had a conversation with me about Yogareal and what positive effect my 18 years of practice with Robbie as teacher has had, you would have to make sure you had a good deal of time to talk. Robbie is the real deal. His knowledge of yoga philosophy and yoga techniques, his excellent knowledge of the human body, his steadfast honesty and sincerity become very apparent as one attends classes at the studio. For someone like me who is ready to imbibe true understanding of the self, life, the ego and the mind through the practice of yoga then I recommend Robbie and the energy imbued at Yogareal by him, and the other teachers , in the most superlative manner.
If you would like to be peaceful, calm, understand yourself, make good decisions free from fear and desire and generally feel uplifted and live our life as your true self then this is the place for you. Rob, Theresa and Angelique provide a holistic approach to yoga incorporating years of learning, practice and wisdom to provide a unique yoga and spiritual space to support your journey. The yoga ranges from subtle practice to deeper and stronger yoga to chanting, meditation and focus on the breath throughout. As soon as you walk into the studio you can be yourself. Come along and enjoy :
Certainly worth the travel if you don't live close by : If you are looking to reconnect, refocus and transform, or, to just leave the busy head and world aside momentarily and have some fun, this is the place to come! Yogareal is by far the most authentic and exciting experience of yoga that I have had in Melbourne and my time overseas. I keep coming back!! Reigniting forgotten or unknown muscles will have you surprising yourself with your ability to notice and self-regulate your posture while sitting, standing and waiting in queues. Adios, "tech-neck, frumpy-dumpy shoulders, and slack-back"! I feel good for days after just one class. But the benefits of regular practice go well beyond how amazing it feels to claim your body back. Reconnecting to your breath, or even finding it for the first time, is one of the most special things about this place and practice. It has had long-reaching effects on my health and wellbeing. Regular practice has helped me with sleeping problems, back problems, physical and mental health, nasty burn-out, PMDD, and strengthened my ability to meet challenging situations that pop up in life calmly and head-on, time after time. My relationships with family, friends and colleagues have benefited enormously from all of this. Rob's experience and intuitive teachings are so special and needed more than ever in our disconnected state. I heartily encourage you to try a class with any one of Rob, Theresa, and Angelique. They are all the most wonderful, experienced, authentic and inviting people. Their kindness and encouragement, and the benefits that only you can create for you, remain well beyond time on the mat!
All of the instructors have been so lovely and encouraging, especially when coming back after many years away from practice. It is even enough 'fun' that my teenage daughter is now starting :
Yogareal is a direct experience of real yoga, which is rare to find. Robert's natural state and expression of yoga is life changing and very uplifting. I am so grateful to have found and practiced at this studio, with all the beautiful practitioners and teachers. A lot of emphasis on the breath, body alignment and the subtler practices of scripture and yogic understanding. Would highly recommend for anyone wanting to truly learn what yoga is.
I have been attending this studio since it opened 18 years ago. Rob and Theresa have worked so hard to build a space that accepts all gently and can lead to true transformation of body and mind. This is the real deal- philosophy, breath, postures while also an entry point to chanting and meditation. Going regularly has helped learn to be in the here and now, let go and nurture myself. The flexibility and strength I have has prevented injuries from other sports and the quiet but solid sense of community is something we all crave in this busy world. Rob and Theresa have been a great support to me over the years, as they have been to so many others.
Five stars is not enough for this rating, neither is ten stars ! Rob is the best, without the ego. He gives the greatest gift of all, understanding your true nature to be absolutely free and always feeling good in your Self. He changed my life and I love him. The fifteen years studying under Rob was just the start, keeping the connection to this yoga lineage is number one for me. Bring your sense of humour and bring your courage and you will be fine.
I started going to Yogareal five years ago. I enjoy yoga with Rob and the space because the practice is focused on elements that I find transferrable to managing body and mind in everyday life. Breathing and stretching elements working together is not always achievable in some yoga practices and Rob makes it easy in a creative and knowledgeable way. Always opportunities to question and a conversational dynamic make class at the studio unique. Maybe not for everyone but definitely worth a try if you're looking for a new studio.
