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Warrior One Yoga
by Nova Rosaia
Get ready to dive into the wonderful world of yoga with the Warrior One Yoga podcast! Our team of inspiring teachers and thought leaders are here to share their powerful practices and engaging conversations, all aimed at enriching your life with yogic tools and knowledge.Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just getting started, we've got something for everyone. From exploring different yoga styles to discussing the latest trends in modern yoga, our podcast is the ultimate destination for all things yoga.So sit back, relax, and join us for an enlightening journey as we delve deep into the world of yoga. Get ready to stretch your mind, body, and soul with the Warrior One Yoga podcast!
Episodes
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Warrior One Turns 11: Reflections and What's next
We reflect on the 11 year journey of Warrior One Yoga, from humble beginnings in a little hole in the wall studio on New Street to three thriving studios across Bayside (Brighton, Mordialloc, and Mornington). We talk about the highs, the lessons in burnout, and why this year is all about being…
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What makes a great Yoga Class?
We sit down with Blanche, Teacher Manager across all three Warrior One Yoga studios, to share what makes a yoga class truly successful. We cover our four key essentials for great teaching: consistency (showing up every week), the check in and check out (where community really grows), giving...
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Everything You Should Know About Yoga Teacher Training
Warrior One Yoga’s 200hr Yoga Teacher Training has become one of our most loved offerings and for good reason. In this episode, Nova and Sarah share what makes the program so special: eight spacious weekends across four months, a warm and experienced teaching team, a supportive community, and a...
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Why Our Thailand Yoga Retreat Feels Like Coming Home
Warrior One Yoga has returned to the shores of Koh Samui for our annual Thailand retreat — and every time, it feels like coming home. In this episode, Nova, Sarah, and Nat share why this week is the highlight of their year: sunrise practices overlooking the ocean, nourishing meals, space to rest,...
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The Journey Pre & Post Pregnancy Yoga
In this episode, Nova sits down with teacher Sarah Hammond to talk about yoga through pregnancy and postpartum. Sarah shares her personal journey of practicing and teaching while pregnant, the challenges of returning to the mat after birth, and how yoga can support women through every stage of...
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Why Slowing Down Is the Hardest Yoga of All
"What is Yin Yoga—really?” In this episode, we sit down with Rayne Watkin to explore yin’s ancient roots, its evolving nature, and why it’s so much more than just long-held stretches. We unpack its principles, how it differs from restorative yoga, the role of myofascial release, qi activation…
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Stronger for Life Why Yoga Alone Isn’t Enough
Yoga keeps you flexible. Strength training keeps you strong. In this episode Nova sits down with Chris Cannon of Life Hub to talk about building muscle, balancing positive stress with mindful movement, and why lifting is essential for staying healthy, strong, and adaptable—no matter your age. If...
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The Soul of the Practice What Is Yoga Philosopy
"Yoga is not just a practice—it’s a way of life, summed up in two questions: What and How.” In this episode, Nova sits down with Divyani to explore the rich philosophy of yoga, uncovering its roots, tools for living with intention, and how true yoga extends far beyond the mat. 👉 Learn more at:...
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The Flexibility Myth, Why Yoga Is About So Much More
Is yoga only about flexibility and for flexible people? In this episode of the Warrior One Yoga Podcast, we welcome Sarah for the very first time to dive into one of the most common misconceptions in yoga — that it’s only for flexible people. This inspiring conversation explores how modern yoga,...
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Why a Yoga Retreat in India Will Change Your Life
"Is India Retreat for me?" In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, we dive into why our first-ever Warrior One Yoga Retreat in Rishikesh, India this October is so much more than a getaway — it’s a transformational journey of devotion, discovery, and deep inner growth. Nataraj shares his...
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Yoga Won’t Fix You, But It’ll Help You Come Home
Do you meet challenges with tension or curiosity? Can you soften when things get hard? Do you allow yourself to pause instead of pushing through? Sarah beautifully unpacks how yoga helps us tune out the static of life and tune into something deeper. Something true. From letting go of perfection…
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Is Yoga Teacher Training for Me? Surprising Truths from Amanda Smyth’s Journey
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Is yoga teacher training for me?”, this is the episode you need to hear. Join us at Warrior One Yoga’s Mordialloc studio as we chat with Amanda Smyth, a graduate of our 2023 Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) program. Amanda shares her candid experience of what it’s…
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How to deliver an epic vinyasa class with Sophie Davidson
Welcome to the world of Vinyasa yoga, where movement and breath blend together into a beautifully choreographed flow. In today’s episode, we are joined by Sophie Davidson, one of our esteemed yoga teachers at Warrior One Yoga. Together we delve into the key components of a Vinyasa class and...
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Sequencing Skills for your classes with Amy Cashman
In this episode, I am joined by Amy Cashman to explore the art of intentional sequencing in yoga classes. We will delve into the why behind intentional sequencing, discuss the principles and guidelines of creative sequencing, and provide tips on how to create intelligent sequences that cater to...
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Yoga will meet you where you are at with Nataraj Chaitanya
Today, we have a special guest with us, Nataraj Chaitanya, a seasoned yogi, and philosopher, who joins us to explore how yoga can meet us wherever we are in life and lead us on a journey toward love and unity. We begin by discussing the Bhagavad Gita, a text central to the yogic tradition of...
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A metta meditation practice with Dustin Brown
Happy New Year! To start your 2024 off beautifully, we’re bringing you a transformative metta meditation practice guided by Dustin. Also known as loving kindness, metta is a powerful quality of the heart that has the potential to heal and transform our lives. In this episode, Dustin leads us...
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episode revisit: How Yoga Teacher Training Transforms Lives with Nat Commons & Dustin Brown
This episode is a recast of one of our most popular episodes from earlier in the year about the power of yoga teacher training. Dustin shares a conversation with Nat Commons about how yoga teacher training (YTT) can be an incredible transformative experience. Together, Nat and Dustin run the...
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episode revisit: Connected and Inspired: Our Thailand Yoga Retreat Recap with Nova and Dustin
This episode is a recast of one of our most popular episodes after hosting a yoga retreat in Thailand, where we have had the most beautiful week of connection and transformational shifts. In this episode, we’re excited to recap the highlights and share all about our experience with you. Having…
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The power of Breath Work with Nick Fischer
Today we’re joined by Nick Fischer, a certified yoga instructor and breathwork expert. Together we're diving deep into the art and science of breathwork, exploring its incredible benefits, practical techniques, and how you can incorporate it into your daily life. So, get ready to unlock the power...
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Why you should Meditate: The surprising benefits with Jamie Friend
Why do we meditate? While the practice of meditation is becoming more and more popular, you may not be aware of all the surprising health benefits it can have on your physical, mental and emotional states. Today we’re joined by Jamie Friend, one of our beautiful teachers at both the Brighton and...
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If you can remember only one thing from Yoga with Nataraj Chaitanya
We’re joined again today by one of our favourites on the podcast, Nataraj Chaitanya. Nataraj is a teacher at our Mornington studio and is here to talk us through the philosophy he weaves through his practice, elements of yoga philosophy from a beginner’s perspective and the key takeaway from yoga...
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Best marketing practices for yoga teachers with Sarah Hammond
Our guest for today’s episode is Warrior One’s very own marketing manager, Sarah Hammond! Sarah Hammond has over 10 years of teaching experience and has a deep passion for all things marketing. She's not only a seasoned yoga teacher but also the mastermind behind Warrior One's marketing...
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Chinese medicine and meridian theory for Teaching with Monica Mclean
In today's episode, we’re joined by the talented Monica Mclean, one of our beautiful yoga teachers who has been with Warrior One since its inception. Join us as she shares her journey to yoga, her background in Chinese medicine and how she brings meridian theory into her practice. Monica's love…
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Highly sensitive people (HSP) and Yoga with Lou Kelle
Today Nova is joined by Lou Kelle, one of our amazing yoga teachers at the Brighton studio. She is also a meditation teacher, life coach and runs some beautiful retreats. Lou has been teaching yoga for almost a decade, and shares with us how she first began practicing yoga as a way to relieve her...
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Connected and Inspired: Our Thailand Yoga Retreat Recap with Nova and Dustin
We’ve just finished hosting a yoga retreat in Thailand, where we have had the most beautiful week of connection and transformational shifts. In this episode, we’re excited to recap the highlights and share all about our experience with you. Having been attending the retreat at Vikasa as guests...
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All you need to know: Common FAQs answered by studio manager Amanda Smyth
Have you been wanting to come along to yoga classes but feel overwhelmed by where to start? Or perhaps you’re looking to come back to your regular practice after a hiatus and it seems a bit daunting. These feelings are really normal so today Nova chats with our studio manager, Amanda Smyth, to...
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Calming meditation with Dustin: A simple practice to down regulate your nervous system
Most of us live very busy lives. Every day, we’re faced with stress and pressure from our workplaces, relationships, families and environments. This all takes a toll on our nervous systems. Meditation is an incredibly powerful practice which helps to regulate your nervous system and bring you…
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Business of Yoga: 3 pillars of Warrior One Yoga plus 8 key learnings in 8 years
In today’s episode, Nova shares the three key pillars that have contributed to the growth of Warrior One Yoga. This episode is going to be so helpful for you if you’re a yoga teacher in training and you’re looking to soon be teaching in studios, corporates or online or you plan to open up your…
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Unplug to Reconnect: Our unforgettable Aro Ha Retreat in New Zealand with Dustin & Nova
Dustin and Nova are coming to you today following our unforgettable Aro Ha Retreat in New Zealand, a transformative experience that Warrior One has hosted since 2016. Today, Dustin and Nova unpack what you can expect from this retreat in the beautiful Southern Alps of New Zealand. Surrounded by...
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Navigating Menopause Insights and Inspiration with Rayne Watkin
Today Nova is so thrilled to have Rayne Watkin back on the show to explore menopause. Rayne is an osteopath and one of our yoga teachers at Brighton and Mum to two children, dogs, cats and fish. Rayne entered menopause when she was young at 42 years old and describes how her body transitioned…
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Leaning into discomfort and quietening the mind with Dustin Brown
A topic that comes up frequently for many people is how to navigate difficult situations in life and the busyness of our minds during times of discomfort and frustration. Today Dustin shares a few practical tools and a short practice to help you lean into the discomfort and quiet down your busy...
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How to elevate your Yoga Teaching with Megan Killorn and Dustin Brown
Dustin sits down with Megan Killorn today, one of our senior teachers across all three studios at Warrior One and the head of teacher development. We’re talking today about some practical ways you can elevate your yoga teaching, whether you’re a senior yoga teacher or just getting started with…
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Rest & Reset: A 15 minute Yoga Nidra practice with Rayne Watkin
We have a beautiful Yoga Nidra practice for you today, guided by Rayne Watkin. This practice is a perfect way to start or end your day, helping you rest, reset and come into a blissful state of awareness. Yoga Nidra is a form of guided meditation, usually practised lying down with a teacher…
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Yoga & Psychotherapy, the journey from your head to your heart with Nat Commons
Today Nova is joined by the lovely Nat Commons, one of our head Teacher Trainers and yoga teacher at our Brighton and Mordialloc studios. Nat has a background in myotherapy, physical education, dance, and teaching and explains to us how she found her way to yoga. Nat completed her teacher…
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How Yoga Teacher Training Transforms Lives with Nat Commons & Dustin Brown
In this episode, Dustin shares a conversation with Nat Commons about how yoga teacher training (YTT) can be an incredible transformative experience. Together, Nat and Dustin run the 200-hour Yoga teacher training at Warrior One and they talk today about how YTT goes beyond the asana to provide a...
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Authenticity off the yoga mat with Kat John
Today, Nova is joined by the wonderful Kat John, who is an author, keynote speaker, authenticity coach and podcast host of The Real, Raw and Relatable. In this episode, we dive deep into authenticity off the yoga mat, and Kat shares her wisdom on embracing vulnerability to live in a way that is...
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A practice of being: A 12 minute meditation with Kristian Crowe
We’re joined again today by Kristian Crowe, one of our Warrior One yoga teachers at both the Brighton and Mordialloc Studios, as he shares a 12 minute meditation in the practice of being. Being is about letting go of the need to constantly do or achieve, and instead, simply existing in the…
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The power of community and connection with Kristian Crowe
One major aspect of yoga is the connection to self and cultivating a deeper awareness on a physical, emotional and spiritual level. When we join together with others on that same journey, we discover new and creative ways to enliven a sense of connection to the beautiful ancient teachings of…
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Pregnancy Meditation with Alessia Frisina
We’re joined again today by Alessia Frisina, one of our beautiful teachers at Warrior One Melbourne, as she shares a calming meditation for pregnancy and labour. This peaceful meditation focuses on techniques of relaxation and visualisation to help you prepare for childbirth, bringing awareness…
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Yoga for pregnancy with Alessia Frisina
Today Nova is joined by Alessia Frisina, one of our beautiful teachers at Warrior One Melbourne, to share a conversation on the topic of yoga and pregnancy. Strength, flexibility and overall wellbeing are so important during pregnancy, and equally important to the physical benefits are the…
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Mastering life's challenges with the wisdom of Yoga philosophy with Nataraj Chaitanya
Today Nova sits down with Nataraj, one of our amazing teachers at our Mornington Studio. Nataraj also teaches philosophy at our teacher training, and in this episode he shares his history with yoga and his wisdom in mastering life’s challenges with its philosophy. Nataraj came to yoga at the age…
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How to prevent and support common yoga injuries with Ian Cresswell
Today we are joined by the epic Ian Cresswell, one of our Mornington teachers. Ian is a husband, and dad and speaks the basics of 20 languages! Ian has been teaching yoga for a decade and is both passionate and a specialist in all things physiology and anatomy. At uni, Ian specialised in…
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Chakra Meditation with Heidi Trigar
We have a calming chakra meditation for you today, guided by the beautiful Heid Trigari, one of our teachers at the Warrior One Brighton Studio. Join Heidi as she gently leads you to bring awareness to your seven chakras, visualising bright white light as it expands throughout your entire body.…
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Chakras unlocked with Heidi Trigar
Today Nova is joined by Heidi, one of our beautiful teachers at the Warrior One Brighton Studio as they take a deep dive into chakras unlocked. Heidi has such a unique way of teaching, infusing energy into yoga Asana through pranayama (breathing practises), mantra and sound. Heidi has an…
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Yoga teacher training everything you need to know in 12 mins with Dustin Brown
At Warrior One Yoga, we’re passionate about sharing our knowledge and providing the best possible training for anyone who is interested in teaching yoga. Whether you’re all in and fully committed to becoming a teacher, or you just want to go deeper to embody the teachings, we want to give you the...
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The power of Yoga and Yoga Nidra as a healing tool with Rayne Watkin
When done intelligently, yoga has the power to make important and lasting changes in our physiology and mental health, while also giving us simple tools to restore balance within. In today’s episode, Nova chats with Rayne, one of our beautiful Brighton studio teachers who is an avid yogi…
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The story of Warrior One Yoga with Nova Rosaia and Dustin Brown: How did we get here?
In 2015, we opened our very first yoga studio - a tiny hole in the wall in Brighton. It was an exciting yet humble beginning, and in this episode we give you the backstory of how we got to the three wonderful studios we have today. We share with you the tips and tricks we’ve learnt along the way,...
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How to get the most out of your practice with Nataraj Chaitanya
How we approach any situation dictates what we get out of the experience of life. The same is true for the practice of yoga. In this episode, Nova sits down with Nataraj, one of our incredible yoga teachers at the Mornington Studio, to talk about how to get more out of your yoga practice from a...
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Your ultimate guide to our Thailand Yoga Retreat
Our Thailand yoga retreat is one of our favourite times of the year and this July will be our 6th retreat held at the tranquil Vikasa Retreat in Koh Samui, Thailand. Today we’re taking you through what to expect from this amazing 7 day retreat. Imagine a picturesque tropical island, yoga classes...
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Gratitude meditation with Dustin Brown: A practice to start your day
Gratitude is a superpower. When practised, it has the ability to shift your perspective and change your energy to the positive. In this episode, Dustin shares a 5 minute gratitude focus meditation to help you start your day from a place of centredness, thankfulness and love. This guided…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Get ready to dive into the wonderful world of yoga with the Warrior One Yoga podcast! Our team of inspiring teachers and thought leaders are here to share their powerful practices and engaging conversations, all aimed at enriching your life with yogic tools and knowledge.Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just getting started, we've got something for everyone. From exploring different yoga styles to discussing the latest trends in modern yoga, our podcast is the ultimate destination for all things yoga.So sit back, relax, and join us for an enlightening journey as we delve deep into the world of yoga. Get ready to stretch your mind, body, and soul with the Warrior One Yoga podcast!
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Nova Rosaia
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