Classes
- Westbank, ExminsterDrop in available at this class
Tuesdays, 7-8.30pm
- Hunger Hill Yurts, Newton PopplefordDrop in available at this class
Wednesdays, 10.30-11.45am & 7-8.30pm
- Matthews Hall, TopshamThursdays, 6.30-8pm
For weekly yoga classes and bookings please visit the Events page.
Sivananda Yoga
Sivananda Yoga is a form of Hatha yoga which focuses on pranayama (breath work), classic asanas (postures), relaxation and meditation. Sivananda Yoga practice consists of twelve poses often with variations added to increase strength, flexibility, proper breathing and meditation. Sivananda Yoga is a balanced and grounded practice that can be done by all abilities. It supports not just good exercise for the body but for clear ways to make healthy lifestyle changes in general.
Akhanda Hatha Yoga®
Akhanda is a holistic yoga teaching approach. In this class we will explore a balance of yin/yang postures, and other diverse aspects of yoga such as pranayama, mantra, relaxation, visualisation and meditation; plus there is a balance between structural cues and inner inquiry so that students can explore their own breath, body and experience within a range of safe movement.
Classical Kundalini
The Classical Kundalini class integrates postures, oscillating movements, Tantric Bija mantras, visualisation of the chakras and pranayama techniques to clear the subtle energy passageways (nadis) and their junction points (chakras) promoting clarity, vitality and peace.
Hatha-Raja
Hatha-Ratha class is a sequence of moderate postures practiced in a slow and mindful way in conjunction with the sonorous Brahmaree Pranayama (honey bee breath). The intention in this class is to lenghten the breath in the postures with sound. It emphasises the postures that influence the pineal and pituitary glands of the brain helping to bring the mind to a calm and uplifted state. It is excellent for anyone wishing to release stress and increase pranic awareness through sound, movement and meditation.
Restorative Yoga
Restorative Yoga is a form of yoga that seeks to achieve physical, mental and emotional relaxation with the aid of props. The use of props makes it easier to maintain balance and enables students to go more deeply into the asanas. Asanas are held upto 10 – 15 minutes allowing the body to rest and heal. This practice is healing to the nervous system and puts the body into the relaxation response so that it can accomplish cellular repair and healing that happens when the body is in a state of deep relaxation.
Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga is a slow-paced style of yoga with the asanas (postures) being held for longer periods of time. Applying moderate stress to the connective tissues – the tendons, fascia and ligaments – the aim is to improve circulation in the joints and to improve flexibility. The practice is designed to improve the flow of subtle energy in the body in order to optimise organ health, improve the immune system and promote emotional well being.
Yoga Nidra
Yoga Nidra is an ancient tantric method where the mind and body is in deep relaxation. A single hour of Yoga Nidra is as restful as four hours of conventional sleep. This workshop is for anyone interested in relaxation and meditation, whether you are brand new or experienced in meditation. You will be fully guided.
The practice of Yoga Nidra releases all types of muscular, emotional and mental tension. You not only enjoy complete physical, mental and emotional relaxation, but also get to explore the tremendous powers hidden in the deeper layers of subconscious mind.
For workshop dates and bookings please visit the Events page.
Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation)
An effective way to loosen up, stretch, massage and tone all the joints, muscles and internal organs of the body.
Pranayama (Flow of breath / breath control)
Pranayama is an art and a technique to control the intake and outflow of breath and in the process expand the vital energy within ourselves. Feel your breathing improve with this practice.
Feel free to contact me with any questions. I look forward to seeing you in class! Om Shanti x
