Jervois Hall blossoms as community spirit grows
The Jervois hall has been buzzing with activity, thanks to a new yoga class and recent improvements to the grounds.

The Jervois Hall has long been at the heart of its riverside community, and it's more vibrant than ever.
Thanks to recent improvements to the grounds and a steady stream of activities, the hall is once again buzzing with life — welcoming everyone from dart players and dancers to marketgoers and yoga enthusiasts.
Just five minutes across the river from Tailem Bend, the hall is proving itself to be a meeting place where all generations can connect.
Bright spring flowers frame the entryway, making it an uplifting sight for locals and visitors alike.
One of the most recent and popular additions to the hall’s calendar is a weekly
community yoga class.
Led by Murray Bridge mum and qualified instructor Mads, the Thursday morning sessions have quickly grown into more than just exercise — they’ve become a weekly highlight for many.
Classes run every Thursday at 9am during school terms, with the possibility of adding a 10am session if demand continues.
Mads brings not only her professional training but also her genuine passion for the values of yoga.

Mads of Murray Bridge preparing for her regular community yoga classes. Photos: Glenn Power
“It’s about creating space for everyone — whether your brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years,” she said.
“We focus on connection, kindness and giving people that one precious hour just for themselves.”
Participants come with many different motivations, some arrive after school drop-off for a little me time and others come seeking to ease ageing bodies and strengthen their minds.
For some, it’s simply a social outing — a chance to share laughter, form friendships, and sometimes continue the morning together with breakfast in Tailem.
Local resident Leanne Staska said the classes are already making a real difference.
“It’s such a happy space,” she explained.
“We’ve seen people walk in a little stressed or tired, and by the end of the session they’re smiling, lighter, and ready to take on the day.
"It’s not just yoga - it’s community wellness at its best.”

Ms Staska added that the improvements to the Jervois Hall grounds have also helped breathe new life into the venue.
“The gardens look beautiful right now, it makes you feel proud of our little hall and what it offers.”
With darts, dancing, markets and now yoga, the Jervois Hall continues to prove itself as more than just four walls — it’s the beating heart of a strong, supportive community.
And with spring in full bloom, there’s no better time to roll out a yoga mat and join in.