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Meet Liz
Dreamer, Mother, Believer &Â Survivor
Senior Yoga Teacher, Mental Health Advocate Liz is a dedicated yoga teacher with a deep understanding of how yoga supports nervous system regulation, resilience, and emotional well-being.
Currently training as a yoga therapist, Liz has spent years exploring how breath work, movement, and mindfulness help navigate lifeâs most challenging transitions.
After losing her home to a devastating fire, Liz turned to her practice as a lifeline, using yoga to process loss, rebuild inner stability, and find strength in uncertainty.
Passionate about the intersection of yoga and mental health, she now helps others cultivate balance through accessible, practical yoga practices designed to support the nervous system in times of stress and change.
Bio
Experience, Training, Holistic Wellness
Liz Albanis has been teaching yoga since 2012. She is a registered senior yoga teacher with Yoga Australia. Liz has completed over 1000 hours of training and trained in 3 other countries other than in Australia. On top of foundational 500 hours, her training has encompassed:
- Restorative yoga through Judith Hanson Lasater;
Yin Yoga with Jo Phee, Bernie Clark and online with Paul Grilley. - Myo-fascial release with Jo Phee and Tune Up Fitness. Liz is a certified Yoga Tune Up Trainer
- Myo yin (yin yoga combined with myofascial release using yoga tune up balls).
- Level 1 Lifeforce Yoga Teacher (yoga specifically for mental health).
- Liz currently half-way through her studies to become a qualified Yoga Therapist.
- Liz also mentors other yoga teachers.
- Liz is also a qualified specialised persona trainer through her Diploma of Fitness.
- Liz has been teaching Pilates since 2015 and Barre since 2022.
Because yoga has had a profound effect on her mental health. Liz is passionate about helping others use yoga to improve their own mental health. Liz works closely with individuals. To design accessible yoga practices tailored to their unique needs, goals, and lifestyle. For those seeking accessible yoga, Liz offers online courses designed for busy professionals. These programs teach simple and effective practices. Many of which don't need a mat. Clients can integrate yoga into their day without disrupting their schedule.
Lizâs believes that no two people are the same, and their yoga practice shouldnât be either. Her teachings focus on inner transformation rather than perfect poses. Helping clients feel confident practising independently. Whether youâre navigating burnout, stress, or physical limitations. Lizâs holistic, practical approach ensures that yoga is accessible, effective, and life-changing. Liz also runs a podcast called âThe Inner Fire of Yoga.â
Topics I Talk About
- Surviving my second house fire
- Demystifying yoga
- Making yoga more accessible
- Stereotypes in the Industry
- My own yoga journey
- Running a wellness business
- Pilates
- Mentoring yoga teachers
- Yoga in Australia
- Benefits of yin yoga
- Myoyin (yin yoga combined with myofascial release techniques).
- Myo-fascial Release
- Yoga for Mental Health (including trauma)
- Experience and insight teaching Yoga
- Helping people practice yoga independently at home on a regular basisÂ
- Advice for fellow yoga teachers
- Teaching Yoga functionally to cater for human variation rather than aesthetics
- Teaching Yoga online versus in-person
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