I aim to make yoga feel fun, accessible and non-intimidating for everyone - especially those who have never tried it before!
I offer 1:1 and small group yoga sessions, as well as yoga courses for beginners. Here's a little bit of information to give you a better idea of what you can expect if you choose to join me for a yoga session or course.
Before the First Class
Before your first 1:1 or course session, we will have a phone call or meet for a coffee so I can get an idea of what you want to achieve and find out if there is anything going on in your body that could impact your yoga practise.
Here I will give you an overview of what to expect, and if you're joining me for 1:1 classes I will explain how I put together a programme to suit your individual needs and goals. If you are joining a beginners yoga course, this initial chat gives me a chance to get to know you in a 1:1 setting, meaning I know what to keep an eye out for when we are in the group class setting.
Your First 1:1 Session or Course Class
On your first session, you will receive an information pack which explains more about yoga and its principles.
If you are joining me for the beginners course, you will also receive an overview of what will be covered in the course, including pictures and descriptions of the poses and descriptions of the breathing and meditation exercises.
It's important to wear clothes that you feel comfortable in and which allow you to move. If you have any questions about what to wear or bring, we can discuss this in our consultation!
It's also important to eat your last meal at least 2 hours before your yoga session begins.
The benefitS of Yoga
Yoga is so much more than just a physical practice. It is the connecting of the mind with the body, the body with the mind.
Yoga promotes a strength of body and mind that protects you from physical or postural dysfunction, and in doing so minimises the chance of physical injury or the reoccurrence or onset of a physical condition.
There are a huge range of both physical and mental/emotional benefits that come from regular practice.
Physical Benefits
Yoga helps lessen chronic pain, such as lower back pain,
Promotes healthy sleep
Helps lower blood pressure
Increases flexibility
Increases muscle strength and tone
Improves joint condition
Improves respiration, energy and vitality
Maintains a balanced metabolism
Weight reduction
Cardio and circulatory health
Improves athletic performance
Increases resistance to injury and illness
Contributes to the prevention of arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome
Mental Benefits
Yoga helps with the management of stress and the associated physical conditions such as lower back and neck pain, sleeping problems, headaches, anxiety and depression
Promotes focus and concentration
Promotes a positive outlook to life and interpersonal relationships
Promotes relaxation and well being
Promotes self awareness
Promotes physical and mental balance