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Begin the New Year with Bhujangasana: Shedding the Old and Bringing in the New

The start of a new year offers a natural pause—a moment to reflect, release, and begin again. I’ve chosen the Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana) – focusing on shedding the old and bringing in the new. Cobra pose is a powerful yetContinue reading “Begin the New Year with Bhujangasana: Shedding the Old and Bringing in the New”

Gift the Gift of Calm This Christmas

At Christmas, many of us search for a gift that feels truly meaningful. Why not give the gift of calm? We want something that goes beyond clutter. It should bring lasting benefit. If you’re looking for a present that nurturesContinue reading “Gift the Gift of Calm This Christmas”

Two Days to Go!

✨ Just two days to go until we begin our new yoga journey: The Myths and Legends of the Asanas! ✨ I’m so excited to bring this series to life, because it’s about so much more than moving through postures.Continue reading “Two Days to Go!”

Why Myths & Legends Matter in Yoga

I have been preparing for our new September yoga series. It’s called The Myths and Legends of the Asanas. I have been reflecting on my reading and studying. I’m reminded just how rich yoga’s tradition really is. Myths & legendsContinue reading “Why Myths & Legends Matter in Yoga”

✨ Journey Through Myth & Movement: Discover the Stories Behind the Yoga Poses

Have you ever wondered where yoga postures get their names from? Join me this September to discover the stories behind the yoga poses. Why do we stand strong in Warrior Pose? Why do we stretch open in Hanumanasana? Why doContinue reading “✨ Journey Through Myth & Movement: Discover the Stories Behind the Yoga Poses”

The Benefits of a Pair of Yoga Toe Socks

Besides the obvious – THEY KEEP YOUR FEET WARM – yoga toe socks are very good for your feet. More specifically the ones with the awkward little individual toes and the sticky bumps on the bottom. This type of sockContinue reading “The Benefits of a Pair of Yoga Toe Socks”

Nourishing the Mind & Body

In the summer term (June/July 2019) our yoga classes will nourish the mind and body looking at the concepts of UP & DOWN. Spending time bringing our focus to the souls of the feet and the crown of the headContinue reading “Nourishing the Mind & Body”

Inside Outside…

In our 90 minute yoga classes, the April/May half term will continue with the theme of opposites. We will be thinking of our yoga postures from the inside and the outside. After learning several asana (postures) and sequencing them weContinue reading “Inside Outside…”

What are the Chakras?

Chakras are energy centers… ancient yogis developed a concept of energy pathways running all around the body – rather than our energy just radomly ‘fuzzing’ about inside us. This is similar to the system of meridians used in Chinese medicine,Continue reading “What are the Chakras?”

Do Your Bit!

“YAY! OFF TO YOGA” Would you like to share a lift to your yoga class? I would like to introduce ‘lift sharing’ as an option for students because we live in a rural environment and we always seem toContinue reading “Do Your Bit!”