Leah Cooper
The Centre of Ki
Leah was first introduced to yoga at the age of 9 when she learned the Salute to the Sun sequence as part of her treatment that helped her overcome selective mutism.
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In 1996, at age 20, while helping her parents find a yoga school to begin their practice, Leah discovered the Ryoho Yoga school in Manly. Their therapeutic style of Japanese yoga captivated her from the very first class.
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Since then, Leah has completed over 1,000 hours of certified Yoga Teacher Training, including Ryoho Yoga, Prenatal Yoga, Zenergy Kids Yoga, and Zen Ki Yoga. She also holds diplomas in Macrobiotic Counselling and Ki Shiatsu.
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Beyond yoga, Leah has worked as both a Physical and Health Education teacher in primary and high schools, and as a learning designer for various Australian tertiary education institutions.
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Through yoga, Leah has found strength to navigate life's challenges, and she delights in sharing this dynamic and therapeutic practice with others on their own healing journeys.
What I am teaching at Yoga Day - Sydney
​Face Yoga
Would you love to improve your skin tone and facial musculature naturally? Want to give yourself a natural face lift?
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Join Leah for a fun and simple Face Yoga practice where you’ll learn easy exercises to activate your facial muscles, helping to tone and relax your face. You’ll feel the difference instantly—your face may even feel a little tingly!
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Leah will guide you through different aspects of her personal face yoga routine, focusing on different areas of the face including the forehead, cheeks, eyes, jaw and neck. You’ll learn how easily these exercises can be added to your daily self-care ritual.
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With 8 years of almost daily practice, Leah knows firsthand how these exercises can help you feel more comfortable in your own skin, bringing a boost of joy and confidence to your day. She’s excited to share this natural, feel-good practice with you!
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Come along and let’s have some fun while giving your face the love it deserves!
​Do-In - Japanese self-massage
In this session you will enjoy a guided self-massage practice that will enliven your body, awaken the senses and stimulate energy flow.
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Often described as "self-shiatsu", Do-in is a Japanese massage and exercise practice that facilitates the movement of "ki" (energy) through the body.
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This easy and fun practice includes various techniques such as tapping, rubbing and body brushing, in conjunction with the breath, and will leave you feeling tingly and relaxed all over.