Svastha

Svastha is an Ayurvedic term that means 'standing in yourself' or 'residing within yourself', indicating a state of complete balance and health. Sva = self, stha = establishment.

Nina comes from a background of martial arts and yoga and practices as a massage therapist. She has studied Sociology, Philosophy and Psychology and practiced as a counsellor for some years before embracing her other healing capacities. She is based in Melbourne, Australia, and often travels to SE Asia to broaden her knowledge and to facilitate yoga workshops, immersions and teacher trainings.

Her style of teaching combines insights from the areas of martial arts, yoga, massage, philosophy and psychology and focuses on balancing strength and intention with flexibility and growth in self awareness and self exploration. The aim is enhanced alertness and appreciation of both mind and body. Nina's classes are versatile and detailed, enabling you to thoroughly explore postures and deepen your knowledge of your body's needs and abilities. In this way, you become self-aware, strong and mindful – great conditions for a healthier life.

Nina has assisted in delivering teacher trainings at Jungleyoga and is inspired in her arm balances by Larry Schultz' Rocket. She has recently completed her first solo yoga immersion in Chiang Mai. It provided invaluable lessons about energy flow, group dynamics and facilitation of the attendees' personal development within the safety of the group. These lessons will be developed further and applied to future events. They also inform the contents of this Svastha page. Feel free to join me on this yogic journey.

Svastha is Nina Alfers' page, dedicated to keeping you informed and stimulated about all issues yoga and health related.

Nina uses Svastha to facilitate her own and others' learning processes, seeking balance of intention and well-being that lies therein