Training to be an instructor, the young Wagga woman said it was a great way to stay grounded while learning to cope with day-to-day stress and emotion.

A mental health advocate, Ms Powley is inviting others to join her through the week for free Kundilini yoga sessions – a style she said drew parallels with life. 

“When things are getting tough or hard on your muscles you’re working through it with breathing, which reflects life,” Ms Powley said “You focus on those things that keep you grounded … It’s almost like a journey and that’s what I love about it so much.”

Ms Powley encouraged anyone interested in joining the group to join the Kundalini Yoga Wagga Facebook group for further details.