Jess Hicks

After being forced into a yoga class by her mum in the late nineties as an awkward, developing teen Jess found solace in the meditative aspect of the practice and its ability to create clarity and confidence. Her interest in life's deeper questions led her to study western philosophy at university, and eventually eastern philosophy through her formal yoga training. After completing her first teacher training in 2011 she has studied many different styles - from vinyasa power yoga to kids yoga and yin. Jess also writes professionally about all things yoga, philosophy, well-being and life. Jess loves how yoga can support us through all phases of life, and currently feels drawn to slow practices that allow the body and nervous system to restore. 

Jess invites her students to tune into their body's innate wisdom while creating the space to explore and go at their own pace and get to know their bodies and mind.

Teaching Styles: Yang (Hatha + Vinyasa), Yin, Meditation , Pilates

Vibe: Nurturing, Relaxing, Opening

Maxime Willems

Maxime started her journey as a Yoga Practitioner in the jungle of South America after finishing her Master of Education in Europe, which had left her overwhelmed and restless. After beginning yoga, her energy levels increased, her daily mood changed for the better and from then on, she knew that she would never let go of the practice. In 2020, Maxime completed her Certificate IV in Yoga Teaching at Byron Yoga Centre and began combining her position as a Yoga Teacher with a NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner role.

Maxime is passionate about integrating meridian-based yoga therapy teachings into her classes to bring body and mind back into balance through targeted therapy movements, breathing exercises and powerful meditations. She aims to leave her students feeling empowered and support them in making their own decisions, both on the mat and in daily life, in line with their unique personal needs, health and wellbeing. 

Styles: Tantric Hatha Yoga, Trauma & Depression Informed Yoga & Sculpt.

Vibe: Empowerment, Educational, Supportive