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Sitting Pretty in the Lotus Pose

Using your soft blocks or a rolled up blanket will really help you to maintain an upright posture for the duration of our pranayama practice. As you can see from the picture the pelvis is raised above the knees andContinue reading “Sitting Pretty in the Lotus Pose”

Nadi Shodana Pranayama – Alternate Nostril Breathing

Alternate Nostril breathing sounds and looks pretty strange, but it has great health benefits once you learn to do it. As the name suggests we breathe through alternate nostrils in a set pattern. Nasagra Mudra is the hand position weContinue reading “Nadi Shodana Pranayama – Alternate Nostril Breathing”

Perfect Your Posture… Bhujangasana (cobra pose)

Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) is a foundational yoga backbend that strengthens the spine, improves posture, and opens the chest. Often practised in Sun Salutations, Cobra Pose helps counteract the effects of long hours sitting and gently builds confidence in backbending. InContinue reading “Perfect Your Posture… Bhujangasana (cobra pose)”

SIMPLE GIVING

Yes, it’s silly season again. We can get a bit carried away at Christmas time – giving expensive presents and that often lose the meaning of generosity and receiving things gratefully. Use your yogic breathing techniques to literally ‘take aContinue reading “SIMPLE GIVING”

🌞 5 Feel-Good Ways to Stay Yoga-Connected This Summer

Even if you’re taking a break from regular classes, there are still plenty of lovely ways to keep your yoga vibe alive. Here are five simple, soulful ideas to carry your practice into the warmer months—no timetable required. 1. 🧼Continue reading “🌞 5 Feel-Good Ways to Stay Yoga-Connected This Summer”

The Gayatri Mantra

The Gayatri is a joyful and upbeat mantra. This chant is from the Rig Veda one of the oldest known written works. It has been sung from the very beginnings of time. It has a calming and uplifting effect andContinue reading “The Gayatri Mantra”

A 5 Minute Pause

Taking a pause for a few moments in Child’s Pose – Shashankasana – can help to release tension in the back and neck and quiet the mind. It’s a bit like being a tortoise, withdrawing into your shell. To takeContinue reading “A 5 Minute Pause”

Our Christmas Winner!

Sandy Ellis (Weds 10 – 11.30) (definitely!) was our Feedback Draw winner this term. Many, many thanks to everyone who participated – your feedback is very important to ensure you get the type of yoga classes that you want.Continue reading “Our Christmas Winner!”

Are you on the right wavelength?

It’s quite true, humans give off vibrations…. and we all need to find the right wavelength, which comes, of course, from our thoughts. If you are complaining and grumbling about things in your life, you are on the complaining frequency. YouContinue reading “Are you on the right wavelength?”

Silencing the Buzz

Background ‘noise’ in the form of anxiety is often a constant companion… We may have become so used to worrying that we don’t even notice it. Try this visualisation to help you identify the hum and temporarily rid your mindContinue reading “Silencing the Buzz”