Meet the Team of STUDIO AVASA
Sam Thackray
Founder/Owner - Studio Avasa
Kundalini Yoga & Meditation Teacher & Nervous System EducatorSam works at the intersection of nervous system nourishment, Kundalini Yoga, meditation, capacity building, sustainable leadership, and work-life balance.
Through the technology of Kundalini Yoga and meditation, she supports individuals and teams to strengthen internal capacity, emotional resilience, discernment, and the ability to navigate life and leadership in a more sustainable way. Her work integrates practical tools for daily life, including breath practice, restorative routines, nervous system support, and sustainable approaches to work that help people expand their capacity to lead, create, and hold responsibility without constant depletion or burnout.
Her approach is grounded and practical, focused on strengthening the internal foundation that supports sustainable growth, clearer decision-making, balanced leadership, and a healthier relationship with work, wellbeing, and daily life.
Sarah Dobbs
Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Owner, Simply Healing - KurandaSarah is a degree-qualified Naturopath with clinical experience in women’s hormonal health, metabolic resilience, stress physiology, and mental wellbeing.
Her work focuses on identifying root causes rather than simply managing symptoms, supporting sustainable energy, balanced hormones, and long-term vitality.
For individuals navigating the demands of work and everyday life, Sarah will offer insight into how chronic stress impacts the body, and practical strategies to support resilience from a physiological perspective.