Our Team
Lis White
Lis has been teaching Yoga since 2008 when she completed her first teacher training in India. This journey ignited her love of travel, adventure, connection and learning. Over the years of practicing and studying many aspects of Yoga and other movement practices, she has experienced the profound effect it can have on the mental, spiritual and emotional self. Her inspiration is to bring this to each of her participants in her classes. Lis has speciality training in Yin Yoga, Chair Yoga, Pranayama (breathing techniques), Pilates Mat and Reformer.
In her Yoga & Pilates classes Lis employs an in-depth anatomical and physiological knowledge gained from her qualifications and experience in Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation. Lis is able to apply this knowledge to students in her classes to ensure that each student is safe and participating in an effective practice that offers balance, healing and nourishment.
As an Exercise Physiologist, Lis specialises in neurological rehabilitation and see’s her clients privately in the studio and their home environment.
Kathy Gaudiosi
Kathy has been teaching yoga to children, teens and adults since 2012. Her classes include a combination of functional movement, while encouraging a stronger sense of connection to each person’s unique experience of living in their body and realising the joy we can experience from non judgemental movement practices.
Kathy is a lifelong learner and has completed many additional courses since her first yoga teacher training, including courses in yoga for children, teens, seniors and yoga for trauma and mental health. She is currently studying Exercise Science through Charles Sturt University.
Sarah Goss
Sarah is a seasoned yoga teacher with 9 years teaching under her belt and many more years on the mat before then. Her teachers include Noelle Connolly, Simon Park, Sarah Owen, Simon Borg Oliver, Shiva Rea and Annie Carpenter. She has completed over 750 hours in training, numerous weekend workshops and has a dedicated practice with thousands more hours on the mat. She continues to study Smart Flow with Annie Carpenter online and other studies in Pranayama with Richard Freeman and Simon Borg Oliver.
Her goal is to gently share the wisdom that she has received from her teachers and the lived experience she understands from her own practice. She loves the unique journey she shares with each student. Her practice is disciplined but from the heart, playful, strong, nurturing and infused with humour and compassion.
When she’s not teaching you’ll find her hanging out with her friends and family absorbed in a podcast or book, cycling, in the ocean or bush and walking her dog.
Maria Grima
A sea change in 2020 saw Maria move to Wollongong from Goulburn, where she was running her own Pilates mat, studio equipment and reformer studio. Maria brings to Gather her belief in the benefits of mindful movement filtering into every aspect of our everyday life. It is mindful movement - always starting with the breath - which allows our mind to connect with our body to move with intention and purpose.
Since gaining a Certificate in Pilates Matwork in 2016, quickly followed by a Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction through PilatesITC, Maria’s thirst for knowledge has never abated, and has resulted in a Buff Bones® certification and a specialisation in women’s health.
In 2019 Maria formalised her interest in women’s health with a certification in Pre/Post Natal and Diastasis Recti Recovery therapy, giving her the tools to provide more specific and beneficial teaching to clients going through the pre/post natal stage.
Most recently, Maria completed training to become a certified Pilates/Health and Exercise for Menopause Specialist through The Center of Women’s Fitness, giving her the knowledge of specific pilates and movement to help empower women during this stage and beyond.
Sasha Gibbs
Searching for calmness and balance, and driven by curiosity, Sasha’s journey into the discovery and practice of yoga began in 2012.
With her ever-growing love and desire to know more about Yoga philosophy, and its teachings, Sasha immersed herself in Ray of Light Foundational Yoga Teacher Training with Rachel Nokes 2017. She then continued her Advanced Studies with Ray of Light Yoga in 2019. Sasha has also completed further studies with Sarah Ball Yoga for Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression in 2018.
Sasha teaches Viniyoga/Vinyasa styles, providing guidance in awareness and connection of movement, within the flow of your breath - blending movement, pranayama and meditation - she also loves sharing a little yoga philosophy with students!
Providing a safe and supportive environment, Sasha enjoys offering a range of options and adaptations to make yoga accessible for everyone and everybody.
Kate Kilby
Kate is an Easty local and has been teaching out of her home studio for many years, and now brings her “restorative with an edge” practice to Gather, giving students a chance to slow down, rest and open their bodies.
Kate’s personal practice initially focused on the physical benefits of yoga - predominantly stretching and movement after running or gym sessions. It wasn’t until after 20 years in the NSW Police, and a diagnosis of Post Traumatic Stress Injury, did Kate’s practice go deeper, supporting mental health and trauma recovery.
In 2018 she completed Foundational Teacher Training with Ray of Light Yoga in Bulli - along with her co-teacher (and service dog), Gidget! In 2023 they completed Restorative Yoga Teacher Training with Sukha Mukha Yoga in Bondi, followed by an IRest Meditation certification.
Sarah Kobel
Sarah's love of yoga began 23 years ago when, after the birth of her second child, she stumbled across a yoga class at her local gym. The asana postures and focus on the breath opened up new ways of staying calm and focused.
A dedicated yogi from that moment, Sarah went on to complete her yoga teacher training with John Ogilvie.
Since this initial training Sarah has been teaching heart-centred classes and workshops across the Illawarra.
Ever curious to learn more , Sarah has completed further training in yin yoga with Tara Fitzgibbon, Alignmemt training with Amy Ippoliti and philosophy trainings through Creature Yoga with Tahl Tinsky, Bess Prescott and Rose Baudin.
With a joyful approach to teaching, Sarah gives students the opportunity to find within themselves kindness, curiosity and a centred heart.
Marian Rose
Marian is, a Holistic Life Coach and Mind-Body Practitioner with over 20 years spanning the performing arts, dance, education, and health and wellness industries. With a Bachelor of Dance and Education, her lifelong passion for movement and personal & spiritual development led her to immerse herself in over 600 hours of yoga training with Creature Yoga, guided by respected teachers such as Bess Prescott, Tahl Rinsky, Rose Baudin, Carlos Pomade, Cassie Lee, and Les Leventhal.
Infusing her love of yoga with extensive training in Barre, Dance, and group fitness, Marian’s classes offer a unique blend of safe, precise, and functional movement tailored to practitioners of all levels. Layered with heart-opening flows, mindful breathwork, and a harmonious but challenging touch, Marian crafts an experience that nurtures body, mind & soul.