Introduction to Hasta Uttanasana (Raised Arms Pose) Hasta Uttanasana, or Raised Arms Pose, is a standing backbend. It energizes the body and improves posture. It stretches the spine, shoulders, and abdomen. It is often part of the Sun Salutation sequenceContinue reading “Postures for Positivity – Hasta Uttanasana (Raised Arms Pose)”
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Poses for Positivity – Veerasana (Hero Pose)
Introduction to Veerasana (Hero Pose) Veerasana, also known as Hero Pose, is a seated posture that promotes groundedness and flexibility in the thighs, knees, and ankles. It helps improve posture, stretches the legs, and can enhance focus and meditation. Step-by-StepContinue reading “Poses for Positivity – Veerasana (Hero Pose)”
Embracing the Yogic Niyamas for a Balanced Life
The Niyamas, part of the Eight Limbs of Yoga, are guiding principles to help cultivate self-discipline, inner strength, and positivity in our lives. These five practices—Saucha (purity), Santosha (contentment), Tapas (discipline), Svadhyaya (self-study), and Ishvara Pranidhana (surrender to a higherContinue reading “Embracing the Yogic Niyamas for a Balanced Life”
Exploring the Power of Chanting Devi Suktam (Hymn to the Goddess)
Devi Suktam (Hymn to the Goddess) is an uplifting, ancient Sanskrit chant dedicated to the divine feminine. It celebrates the cosmic power, nurturing presence, and boundless strength of the goddess (Devi). This chant is rooted in the Rig Veda, theContinue reading “Exploring the Power of Chanting Devi Suktam (Hymn to the Goddess)”
Samhain: Embracing the Ancient Spirit of Reflection and Renewal
As the final leaves fall and the days grow shorter, we enter the ancient festival of Samhain. Our ancestors believed this to be a special time to honour the cycle of life, death, and rebirth. Samhain is a pagan festival thatContinue reading “Samhain: Embracing the Ancient Spirit of Reflection and Renewal”
Vajrasana Meditation: Master Your Mind and Body
Vajrasana is a great pose for meditation Why not challenge yourself to sit for a short meditation everyday for a week? You might like to record the following instructions on your phone so that you can close your eyes throughoutContinue reading “Vajrasana Meditation: Master Your Mind and Body”
Historical Evolution of Sun Salutations in Yoga
Sun Salutations, or Surya Namaskar, have been practiced for several centuries, although their exact origin is difficult to pinpoint. The practice combines a sequence of yoga postures performed in a flowing manner, synchronized with breath, and is a fundamental partContinue reading “Historical Evolution of Sun Salutations in Yoga”
Adventures Into Stillness – Taking A Look At The Inner Landscape
Our classes this term have focused on ‘stillness’ – experiencing glimpses both physically and mentally. Taking our inspiration from the Katha Upanishad – Away from the chatter of the senses From the restless wanderings of the mind There is aContinue reading “Adventures Into Stillness – Taking A Look At The Inner Landscape”
Time for a Change
March 21st is this year’s Spring Equinox – where daylight hours are equal to night time. This is the time of year when yogis do more ‘cleansing’ practices – to shake of that stodgy feeling of heaviness. You might likeContinue reading “Time for a Change”
7 health benefits of regular yoga
Yoga offers physical and mental health benefits for people of all ages. Regardless of your level of yoga expertise, if you’re attending yoga regularly, you’ll feel better from head to toe, inside and out. Here are 7 reasons why youContinue reading “7 health benefits of regular yoga”
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