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Tamara James

Tamara James, Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Shortly after becoming a qualified physiotherapist, Tamara James was introduced to the practice of yoga.

“At uni I was quite interested in biomechanics – the mechanics of the moving body – and the more I got into yoga, the more fascinated I became with using the postures as potential self-treatment,” Ms James said.

In 2009, Ms James founded yogaphysio, which uses yoga and meditation as a rehabilitation technique. With the popularity of yogaphysio growing, Ms James has begun training fellow physiotherapy graduate Sonja Varendorff to conduct additional classes.

“Immediately, I saw the value in teaching people meditation, particularly when they had concerns about pain,” Ms James said.

She said the delivery of the physio component aligned with psychological principles and, through yoga, patients could find progressive ways to regain confidence in building strength and recovering from injury.

“Yogaphysio classes integrate education, so people can increase their understanding of their body, mind, and pain,” she said.

Ms James said there were many benefits of teaching yoga in tranquil environments, and has begun working with Absolutely Abruzzo, which offers boutique yoga travel tours through central Italy.

Group tours include a stay in a 13th century medieval monastery. Travellers begin each day with yoga and meditation, have an opportunity to attend traditional cooking classes led by local women, and visit some of Italy’s best markets.

Afternoon master classes are also scheduled between wine and cheese tastings, guided walks through the Gran Sasso National Park, and discovering hidden castles.

“For lovers of Italian culture, the trip is a fantastic opportunity to combine healthy passions,” Ms James said.

Yogaphysio also offers regional retreats to the Sine Cera Rainforest Retreat in Cougal, NSW. The four-day retreats include various types of yoga classes with walking and meditation sessions.

For in-studio treatment, Ms James offers a variety of sessions from beginner to advanced yoga, as well as core strengthening, meditation and philosophy.

By Allison Rock



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