Dr Monica Gauci
B Sc, B Chiro (Hons), Yoga Therapist
Monica has studied and practiced Yoga for 33 years! She is an authentic example of a life-long commitment to Yoga. At the age of 18 years Monica began her study of Hatha Yoga. At 20 years of age she learnt meditation from Maharjai Prem Rawat. At the same age she was invited to study and practice one-on-one with Shandor Remete. She practiced Iyengar Yoga for 13 years until she discovered Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga in 1993. She undertook multiple journeys to Mysore, India and in 1996 was authorised to teach Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga by K. Pattabhi Jois. Monica advanced on to study human movement, anatomy and exercise physiology. Her passion continues with a daily meditation and asana practice as well as continuous research, especially in the area of Yoga Therapy.
Monica is one of the few registered Yoga Therapists with the Australian Association of Yoga Therapists. She is also a full member with the International Association of Yoga Therapists. Monica is registered at the highest level with both Yoga Alliance (ERYT 500) and Yoga Australia (Level 3 Membership).
Since the age of 24 years, Monica has studied many disciplines of the Healing Arts, including Reiki, Australian Bush Flower Essences, Applied Kinesiology, Lomi Lomi massage and emotional release techniques. In 2008 Monica graduated with 1st class honour as a Doctor of Chiropractic. Additionally, she received numerous awards for Academic Excellence. She currently practises as a Chiropractor in Perth, Australia. Monica is a contributing author to Ashtanga Yoga, Practice and Philosophy and Ashtanga Yoga, The Intermediate Series in the areas of asana, anatomy, injury prevention and rehabilitation.
In 1996 Monica co-founded 8 Limbs Yoga School with her husband Gregor. Together they co-direct and trains 8 Limbs teachers. Monica teaches the Anatomy of Asana, Human Physiology, Kinesiology, Adjusting Skills and Yoga Therapy. Monica's breadth of knowledge, her insight, her calm manner and playful personality make learning from her easy and enjoyable!
