yoga

We offer a really wide range of styles of yoga classes - check out the timetable for full details.

Yoga has been around for thousands of years and its meaning is defined as "union" - the integration of mind and body - a system of health and exercise that benefits young and old that can be started at any age. It is not just an exercise programme or a way of keeping fit, but much more - it can be a journey of self-discovery.

On a physical level it can give you glowing health, on a mental level it helps relax your mind, may reduce stress levels and can make you feel more positive. Each time you practice the postures (asanas) you will notice a subtle difference in your strength and flexibility, you will begin to learn how to use your breathing to help open up areas of tension in your body and also to calm your busy mind.

Yoga is a pathway to discovering more about yourself and you join it when and wherever is right for you and you progress at your own individual pace. It is completely non-competitive and you will come to realise that everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses and the essence of true yoga practice is to listen to what your body tells you.

Stress is the enemy of our modern world and stress or tension literally strangles our bodies, making them more susceptible to disease. Yoga's combination of postures and breath awareness enables us to smooth away our tensions, increase our strength and flexibility, strengthen our bones and joints, increase our oxygen uptake and thus gives us more energy and vitality, something we all long for. Yoga is suitable for absolutely everyone.

The benefits of Yoga for specific ailments and illnesses are detailed on our Information Sheet - please download a copy here

There are many different styles of Yoga from the gentle Hatha at one end of the spectrum to the dynamic and powerful Ashtanga at the other.

We recommend that you try our 6 week Intoductory Yoga sessions and then we can point you in the right direction of the best class to try. Call reception for full details or to speak to a teacher if you have done some yoga before and are uncertain which class to join.

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS AND STYLES

Introduction to Yoga –  6 x 1 hour compulsory sessions for newcomers to yoga covering all aspects of Yoga including postures, sequences and breathing. Help with choosing your first class.   £40 for 6 sessions. 

Power Yoga – Build strength & flexibility using strong flowing sequences of balances & standing postures with core strength work, hip openers, twists, inversions & relaxation. All levels. 

Yoga Flow – A medium paced class flowing smoothly through sequences of balances, standing and seated postures. Repeating patterns of movement incorporating breath in harmony with the body. 

Hatha Vinyasa Flow - A comprehensive flowing series of stretching, balancing, twisting, back bending and inverting postures. Deep relaxation & breathing & meditation to bring well-being. Dynamic and Flowing.