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gentle yogaWake Up Yoga

Start the day with dynamic yoga asanas, deep effective breathing and peaceful meditation to wake up body and mind and prepare yourself for the day ahead.

Thursdays: 7.30-8.30am (Drop-in Class)




gentle yoga


Lunchtime Yoga

Half an hour of harmony for body, mind and soul - to relax, re-energise and refocus yourself for the rest of the day.

Tuesdays: 1-1.30pm
Wednesdays: 1-1.30pm
(Drop-in Classes)


back care Gentle Yoga

A gentle class for when you are recovering from illness or injury, are feeling elderly or infirm, during pregnancy, or you just prefer a slower, more cautious pace.


Mondays: 10-11.30am (Drop-in Class)




level 1 Level 1 / YIDL Foundation

This Class / Course is designed for beginners and those who want to build a firmer foundation to their existing practice. With releasing yoga stretches and exercises (sarva hita asana) to increase flexibility and strength of muscles as well as improve function of internal organs. You will learn how to breathe correctly to reduce stress and anxiety, and will practice traditional Pranayama, relaxation and Meditation techniques.


Mondays: 7-8.30pm (Drop-in Class)
Wednesdays: 6.30-8.30pm (YIDL Foundation Course)
Thursdays: 6.30-8pm (Drop-in Class)

level 1Level 2

Deepen your awareness of asanas (postures), relaxation, pranayama and meditation by progressing to the second level of the Yoga in Daily Life system. This class is for when you have completed  the YIDL Foundation Course or at least 3 months of YIDL Level 1 drop-in classes, and have consulted with your yoga teacher about the appropriate level for your practice.
Tuesdays: 6.30-8pm (Drop-in Class)


level 1Level 3

Continue further through the YIDL Levels when you are ready to dive deeper within yourself through the practice of traditional asanas, pranayama, meditation and mantras. You shall have practised at least 3 months of YIDL Level 2 drop-in classes and/or the Level 2 Course before moving into this level, after consultation with your yoga teacher.

Fridays: 7.30-9pm (Drop-in Class)


gentle yoga Relaxation & Meditation

Give yourself the bliss of winding down at the end of the day with gentle tension-releasing asanas and the deep relaxation experienced in Yoga Nidra - this technique also enables you to access your subconscious, connect with inner motivations, and manifest the positive intentions within you.
Explore the ways in which Meditation can guide you towards inner peace and happiness

Fridays: 6-7pm (Drop-in Class)

Workshops & Special events

Special workshops and events take place periodically on weekends and other times during the week - both at our Centre and at other venues. Some programmes coming up include: Vegetarianism & Yoga - what's the connection?; Chanting Workshop; Introduction to Ayurveda, the traditional natural medicine of India; Yoga & Art Therapy; Sustainable Eco-Living. All of these are part of the broader application of yogic principles leading to truly living yoga in your daily life.

If you have any requests for particular aspects of yoga that you would like to learn about and practise more in depth, we'll be happy to consider creating something for it. Or if you know of some events you think we should be a part of, please let us know, thanks.

Tips For the Class

Clothing should be
loose & comfortable
,
to allow easy movement of the body. In the cooler months, have socks and jumper on hand for the relaxation, to keep you warm.

No eating
1-2 hours before Yoga class. A full abdomen will make you tired and uncomfortable.

No comparing yourself
to anyone else!

Yoga is non-competitive. Let your focus remain with you. Simply be aware of your abilities, regardless of age, level of fitness or state of health.

Do your best
as self-effort is a Yoga discipline. Try your best, no matter how many times you've practised a posture.

No pushing or forcing
into stretches
,
which means don't work beyond the limitations of your own body. The emphasis is on 'letting go' rather than pushing the body through borders of pain.

During menstruation
ladies are recommended to practise the more gentle yoga exercises and avoid inverted poses (upside down postures). During this time be careful not to exert the body.

High blood pressure, dizziness
and heart conditions

are conditions important for your teacher to know about before the class so that they can offer variations on certain exercises.