Welcome to Ascension Active!

Discover a world of fitness and flexibility that’s perfect for everyone!

About Us

Hello, and welcome to Ascension Active! I’m Annie, a Level 3 AUSactive fitness and yoga teacher. Born on Ascension, a small island in the South Atlantic, I have dedicated myself to promoting physical, mental and emotional wellbeing through yoga and exercise. Join me and my friends on this journey to elevate your health and vitality.

Our Philosophy

At Ascension Active, we believe that good health is the ultimate gift. Through our diverse range of classes, we aim to provide you with the energy and balance needed to embrace life to the fullest. My blog will provide you with all the knowledge you need to ensure a sustainable health and fitness routine.

Meet Our Team

An essential part of Ascension Active’s success is collaboration. I especially enjoy working with Catharina, a highly qualified and experienced theatre nurse, whose dedication to fitness and wellbeing is evident. I am grateful for her support, along with that of her lovely family.

Connect With Us

Stay connected on our YouTube channel to enjoy the beauty of Australia’s surroundings as we sweat, meditate and move together.

Exclusive Content

Explore our playlists to find the perfect class and discover new ways to move your body. Experience the benefits of our classes at a time and duration that suits your schedule.

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Join Our Community

Follow us on social media to stay updated on the latest news, class schedules and more! Connect with us @AscensionActive.

Empowering Words

“Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle.” – Christian D. Larson

Find inspiration in these words as you move, stretch, wobble, laugh, recover and meditate with us. Remember, to create energy, we must use energy.

We look forward to accompanying you on your journey to improved health and vitality!

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Use the playlist tabs to select your type of class.

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Discover the best technique with our resources.

Experience

Choose a time & duration that suits your daily schedule.

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Fitness and flexibility for everyone!

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Discovering the Power of Pilates: A Journey to Longevity and Vitality

01/04/202423/04/2024 by Ascension Editing, posted in Pilates, Technique

From Fitness Frustration to Pilates Revelation: A Journey to Balance and Strength Do you have a favourite type of exercise? For many years, it’s been a race for me to maintain a fitness routine that balances cardio and strength training. That is, until injury kicked in. I’ve hurt my hip flexors riding too many miles … Continue reading Discovering the Power of Pilates: A Journey to Longevity and Vitality

The ultimate guide to burpees for fitness

15/02/202415/02/2024 by Ascension Editing, posted in Technique

The Ultimate Guide to Burpees for Full-body Fitness Burpees, love it or hate it, offer a multitude of benefits. A full-body exercise, they can provide several fitness benefits, but their effectiveness rides on proper technique and effective execution. Recent research* has confirmed that burpees are a versatile cardiovascular and strength exercise that can be adapted … Continue reading The ultimate guide to burpees for fitness

Mastering push-up form for maximum benefits

03/02/202414/02/2024 by Ascension Editing, posted in Technique

Enhance strength, stability and wellbeing with proper push-up technique. Contents Introduction Push-ups are a fundamental exercise that can significantly contribute to your strength and overall fitness. By mastering proper form, you can maximise the benefits and prevent potential injuries – both in yoga and in traditional exercise programs. In yoga, the precise alignment and engagement … Continue reading Mastering push-up form for maximum benefits

Mastering side plank for core strength and balance

27/01/202415/02/2024 by Ascension Editing, posted in Technique

Perfect your side plank technique and unlock the benefits Side plank is a powerful exercise that strengthens the core and challenges balance. Proper technique is imperative, and this article provides tips that will help you prevent injury and optimise results. Plank pose is also a foundational pose in yoga with several variations that can enliven … Continue reading Mastering side plank for core strength and balance

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