“The success of Yoga is in how it positively changes the way we live our life and our relationships.”

— T.K.V. Desikachar, The Heart of Yoga.

“The success of Yoga is in how it positively changes the way we live our life and our relationships.”

— T.K.V. Desikachar, The Heart of Yoga.

Lisa Hancock - Teacher

Lisa was introduced to meditation in the 1980’s by her then piano teacher Ven. Dr. Graham Williams. Through her lessons she discovered that learning to play an instrument is itself a kind of meditation, because like many disciplines playing music develops your concentration.  

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Lisa’s interest in more formal meditative practices slowly developed. This was largely motivated by the idea that to be truly respectful and loving with others, you need to be able to be fully present.

From the early 1990s Lisa studied meditation under Dr. Williams and John Burston at the Lifeflow Meditation Centre. This included regular residential retreats and teacher training. In 2008 she began teaching classes, courses and on retreats. During the 2010’s she also attended yoga intensives and teacher training with Donna Farhi.  

In 2013 after a year-long semi-retreat, Lisa met her yoga mentor Janet Coutts, founder and principal teacher at Norwood Yoga House.

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Lisa Hancock - Teacher

Lisa was introduced to meditation in the 1980’s by her then piano teacher Ven. Dr. Graham Williams. Through her lessons she discovered that learning to play an instrument is itself a kind of meditation, because like many disciplines, playing music develops your concentration.  

Smiling woman with grey hair and glasses sitting on a wooden bench outside, wearing a black turtleneck and patterned skirt, in front of a wooden wall with glass windows.

Lisa’s interest in more formal meditation practices slowly developed. This was largely motivated by the idea that to be truly respectful and loving with others, you need to be able to be fully present.

From the early 1990s Lisa studied meditation under Dr. Williams and John Burston at the Lifeflow Meditation Centre. This included regular residential retreats and teacher training. In 2008 she began teaching classes, courses and on retreats. During the 2010’s she also attended yoga intensives and teacher training with Donna Farhi.  

In 2013 after a year-long semi-retreat Lisa met her yoga mentor Janet Coutts, founder and principal teacher at Norwood Yoga House.

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Having attended weekly yoga classes at Norwood Yoga House for a few years, Lisa also began a daily home practice designed by Janet. Gradually she came to appreciate the great depth, integrity and richness of classical Yoga particularly as it is taught in the tradition of T. Krishnamacharya. 

In 2024 Lisa completed a two-year yoga teacher training course in the Krishnamacharya tradition. She also discovered that the teachings of both Yoga and Vedanta - another Vedic tradition - can help you to develop the strong physical and ethical foundations needed when working with deeper meditative experiences. 

Lisa began teaching yoga in 2025, and founded Magill Yoga in 2026.

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Lisa also loves gardening and enjoys keeping chickens (she’s passionate about composting) . 

Other favourite pastimes include bushwalking (especially through Morialta and Cleland Conservation Parks), riding her e-bike, spending time with close friends and family, listening to great music (especially Keith Jarrett) and playing Bach and Brahms.  

Another love is the work of the political theorist Hannah Arendt.
Lisa holds a PhD in political philosophy for a thesis entitled Autonomy as Creative Action.

Having attended weekly yoga classes at Norwood Yoga House for a few years, Lisa also began a daily home practice designed by Janet. Gradually she came to appreciate the great depth, integrity and richness of classical Yoga particularly as it is taught in the tradition of T. Krishnamacharya. 

In 2024 Lisa completed a two-year yoga teacher training course in the Krishnamacharya tradition. She also discovered that the teachings of both Yoga and Vedanta - another Vedic tradition - can help you to develop the strong physical and ethical foundations needed when working with deeper meditative experiences. 

Lisa began teaching yoga in 2025, and founded Magill Yoga in 2026.

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Lisa also loves gardening and enjoys keeping chickens (she’s passionate about composting) . 

Other favourite pastimes include bushwalking (especially through Morialta and Cleland Conservation Parks), riding her e-bike, spending time with close friends and family, listening to great music (especially Keith Jarrett) and playing Bach and Brahms.  

Another love is the work of the political theorist Hannah Arendt. Lisa holds a PhD in political philosophy for a thesis entitled Autonomy as Creative Action.

The Studio

Nestled in the Adelaide foothills in Magill the studio is a sanctuary for yoga practice.
It is also ideal for more personalised classes and consultations.

It was designed by John Adam Architects who took great care to ensure that like any space they create, it ‘fits the person, place and climate’ and ‘makes you feel’.

The studio is the home of Magill Yoga and where Lisa also teaches piano.
A tower inspired by ancient Middle Eastern architecture circulates fresh air and
natural light shines through in all directions.

A map showing streets with parking areas marked with 'P' symbols. Street names include Cuthero Tce, Barnes Ave, Fort Ave, and Bright Rd. The map highlights the location of Magill Yoga, at 26 Barnes Ave.
 

Please note that Barnes Avenue is narrow and parking is very limited.

If you are attending a group class and are able please park around the corner on Cuthero Terrace and walk to 26 Barnes Ave (approx. 150m).

The Studio

Nestled in the Adelaide foothills in Magill, the studio is a sanctuary for yoga practice.
It is also ideal for more personalised classes and consultations.

It was designed by John Adam Architects who took great care to ensure that like any space they create, it ‘fits the person, place and climate’ and ‘makes you feel’.

The studio is the home of Magill Yoga and where Lisa teaches piano.
Natural light pours in from every direction and fresh air circulates through a tower inspired by ancient Middle Eastern architecture.

Map showing roads and parking areas near Magill Yoga at 26 Barnes Ave, with nearby streets including Magill Rd, Fort Ave, Cuthreo Tce, Barnes Ave, and Briar Rd.

Please note that Barnes Avenue is narrow and parking is very limited.

If you are attending a group class and are able please park around the corner on Cuthero Terrace and walk to 26 Barnes Ave (approx. 150m).

 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Please wear comfortable and loose clothing.

    If coming from work, feel free to bring these and change when you get here.

  • No. All yoga offered at Magill Yoga is adapted to each person. The aim is to practice in a way that allows your body to gradually – and easefully – release.  

  • Absolutely. You will be offered practices designed to meet you exactly as you are; and to gently enable your body to relax, open and strengthen.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Please wear comfortable and loose clothing.

    If coming from work, feel free to bring these and change when you get here.

  • No. All yoga offered at Magill Yoga is adapted to each person. The aim is to practice in a way that allows your body to gradually – and easefully – release.  

  • Absolutely. You will be offered practices designed to meet you exactly as you are; and to gently enable your body to relax, open and strengthen.

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