We are Salt & Wood
Founded by Kat and Phoebe, Salt and Wood is all about creating a place where wellness, movement and community are interwoven together.
Two Words that explain exactly who we are
We are salt, it surrounds us by the sea, in the air that we breathe, smell and taste, it pulses within our bodies as conductors of nerves that contract and relax our every fibre to maintain balance and motion.
We are wood, in every meandering tree in our garden, we are strong and flexible, we are the tree roots that dive deep into the earth, connecting us and grounding us, we are the tree branches that reach and extend to the sky, pushing into sunlight.
We believe in the wood element of Chinese Medicine, cultivating this space for you as a sanctuary for renewal, awaking and rebirth.
"Our aim is from the moment your feet hit the earth you feel nurtured, nourished and held. We want to bring a different way to experience wellness to the community where movement modalities and clinical treatment modalities are combined all within a serene space where time stops still."
— Phoebe
In a world where costs are sky-rocketing and life is becoming more about choices, we wanted to create a model where under the one membership you can experience yoga, pilates, strength and fitness classes, small group fitness sessions, beach challenges and many more, as well as to sample from our wellness offerings such as massage (relaxation and Zen Thai), facials and osteopathy.
Our vibe is laid-back, friendly and positive. Our goal is to foster an empowered, healthy and mindful community. We welcome beginners right through to the most experienced individual in any movement practice we offer.
The Studio sits just behind the Ocean Grove sand dunes. Nestled in the lee of the cold south westerly winds of Bass Strait, the hardy Australian natives rest at peace with Coastal Heaths entwined as a twisted woodland.
As our pathway winds between and below the Moonah canopy, take your time to enjoy the tranquil surrounds and calming sounds of the sea, as you walk and wind down, bathing in the life of the woods (Shinrin - Yoku).
Metal whale sculptures dance in the gentle breeze (Lucky Monkey Blacksmith - artist Ernie Terry) as you walk slowly through the Japanese garden gate onto our Garden Room area. Look for the Japanese mill wheels scattered about the garden as a space for quiet mindfulness.
The pathway will end at The Salt and Wood studio, a private space for all movement, wellness and community.
You have arrived.
The Studio
The perfect environment to learn, discover and expand your heart, mind and body.
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With our vaulted ceiling spaces and double-glazed timber sliding doors, we invite the beautiful garden and sounds of the sea into this calm, warm and quiet environment for all to enjoy.
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We keep our classes small, no more than 25 students maximum.
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Purpose designed and built with hydronically heated Bamboo flooring, you are kept in a climate controlled environment which is hygienic, environmentally sustainable, warm in winter, cool in summer, and best of all - soft on your joints.
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We primarily use hydronic heating, which does not cause dehydration. Hydronic heating is the healthiest choice for your body (and the environment), as it allows heat to be built internally and safely.
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Latex-free Manduka mats are provided for complimentary use at the studio. These mats are closed-cell, which means they are hygienic and won’t absorb sweat.
