Testimonials

"I’m in my mid 60s and I have congenital scoliosis. Over the years, I’ve managed the pains and discomfort caused by my condition by being active and scheduling regular visits to the osteopath. Despite that, I noticed a marked deterioration in my condition. A full spinal scan confirmed my greatest fears, that my condition was worse than I thought.

I began attending one on one sessions with Anahata Yogi, Peter Clifford at Shiva and Shakti Yoga. With 60 years of experience behind him, Peter showed me how to have an awareness of the position and movement of my own body parts in relation to muscles and joints. I learned about bio-mechanics, postural integration, anatomy and physiology. This was unlike any yoga I’d learned before.

I began to apply the philosophy of yoga to all aspects of my daily life. I noticed a marked shift in my posture and in the way that I move, as have members of my family. Peter, thank you for imparting your precious wisdom, knowledge and invaluable skills, and for showing me how to be curious about who I am. Namaste 🙏🏼"

"It’s not easy to find a yogi who nurtures your spirit, challenges your body and helps you take charge of your mind. Peter’s wisdom, knowledge, humour and humanity does all of this for me. And when we take ourselves too seriously, classes are lightened with gentle reminders that “ yoga should be fun”.  A welcoming centre that helps individuals of all ages and ability levels make progress toward their goals."

"Peter is a rare yoga teacher. 

He has years of experience in both his personal practice and as a teacher. 

He has studied with all the great Indian yoga gurus but his ego is never to the fore.

He is both compassionate and attentive as he promotes each students’s individual practice.

I have been a student of his for over 20 years, and as my body ages- and I must deal with the inevitable  physical limitations and changes, I can always find a place to extend and rejuvenate myself in Peter’s classes-without the risk of injury.

I have incorporated what I have learned over the years into a daily yoga/ stretching practice.

I feel very grateful to have access to such a master teacher as Peter."

"I feel so blessed to have met Peter and Faye during my yoga teacher training. I was so inspired by Peter’s wealth of experience and knowledge, that I have continued to attend his yoga classes despite the studio being an hours drive from my home. True admiration for such an amazing, caring and wise soul."

"I have practised yoga since my early 20's and spent six months in India travelling between ashrams which encouraged me to finally embark on a teacher training in Byron Bay back in 2007, where I first met Peter as my philosophy teacher. I continued practising yoga with him for a couple of years after that at his studio, then soon after he relocated overseas to pursue his teaching internationally. This set the bar high for me and it was impossible to find a teacher with his level of experience to replace him, despite there being a plethora of yoga teachers in our region. I'm so thrilled Peter's back in Byron teaching, what a treasure! I feel so privileged to be able to continue to learn from Peter, he teaches with great warmth, humour and humility and is so generous with his knowledge and wisdom, a true master teacher. Additionally with Faye, they both create an inclusive and welcoming space."

"Dawn yoga on Broken Head beach, moving with the sunrise, then swimming in the sea. Deeply grounding and uplifting, and beautifully taught by Faye. The best ever way to start the day!"

"Faye and Peter compliment each other with rigour and creativity. Their combined knowledge and expertise provide the ultimate yoga experience for any student of yoga.

Peter studied physiology to combine with his first hand Assam, India Yoga training, thus being able to identify physical limitations and tailor exercises for a remedy within a sequence. Faye's traditional flow exercises form a yogic dance with emphasis on breath and a flexible strength. A coherent gem of expertise for any yogi visiting the Byronshire. A definitive treat."

"Such a beautiful,  welcoming yoga studio. I've embraced the beginners and seniors class regularly and always come away feeling so much more flexible, relaxed and more knowledgeable after Peter shares his vast experience.  Peter and Faye run a variety of different classes, and regular workshops, all affordable and so enlightening. Shiva and Shakti yoga is exceptional, try a class, you won't regret it.."

"I discovered Faye and Peter’s world through pure alignment — the right person, in the right place, with the right conversation, which naturally led me to their space. A simple, understated entrance, nothing seeking over needed attention, yet opening onto something profoundly precious.

Within that space, I truly began to understand, feel, and embody yogic principles and values. Not through overperformed demonstrations or aestheticized asanas, but through example.
The example that Faye and Peter so naturally live and embody.
Through the transmission of their extraordinary deep knowledge, I learned more in just a few sessions than I had in many years.

I am deeply grateful to have had the chance to be their student. Thank you, Faye and Peter, for your presence, your wisdom, and your generosity. You and your teaching are truly missed.
Aurélia."

"Best Byron yoga place <3 Peter and Faye are both very experienced and they teach yoga and meditation by heart. I was so grateful during my stay I found this place, it's somewhere I can feel like home and connect with beautiful souls."

"I discovered this place and it’s absolutely lovely. A yoga place of peace, serenity with amazing people, passionate and professional. I can only recommend this place that make me feel so good."

"In many different ways, this the most beautiful place to practice yoga in the Byron Bay region. So much opportunity to learn and to be inspired. I recommend anyone who is new to Shiva and Shakti yoga to try all different classes before deciding which one suits best to your preferences, because each type of class has a special and unique purpose! Absolute recommendation to all curious spirits!"