Which Classes are for you
Gentle Yoga:
The Yoga Class for absolutely anyoneIf you are in one of the following categories, you will love this class:
Gentle yoga is a style of yoga that is far less strenuous than other forms of hatha yoga. It is less intense, so it can be very useful for those who are not capable of fulfilling the demands of other practices, such as seniors, women who are pregnant, practitioners who are recovering from injury, practitioners who are in very poor physical condition or even those who are simply looking for a more relaxed workout. Gentle yoga also can be beneficial to those yogis who already are quite fit but who lack the overall flexibility to be able to do some of the more intense yoga poses.
Gentle yoga accomplishes its goals of providing a workout without putting any unnecessary strain on the person by using modifications of standard hatha yoga poses. Sometimes, this simply means that the person does not go as deep into a specific posture as he or she otherwise would. For instance, when performing a warrior pose, a practitioner of gentle yoga will keep the feet slightly closer together, so that the front leg does not have to bend all the way down to a 90-degree angle. As a result, this pose puts less strain on the thigh muscles and thus is easier to perform.
In addition to reducing the intensity of a yoga practice by simplifying some of the poses, gentle yoga also maintains a much more relaxed pace than many other styles of yoga. Also, gentle yoga tends to allow its practitioners to take more time between poses in order to allow the body to recover.
Beginners Yoga
These classes start very gently and the postures progress at your own pace. This 90-minute class works to release tightness, increase core strength and develop inner awareness. (Back to top)Intermediate Yoga
These classes are 90-minutes and continue over a 8 week period to fully develop and progress the practices being taught. Practices include more difficult asanas, a series of pranayama practices. Students should have a home practice of at least 2/3 days per week to fully participate and learn. (Back to top)Pregnancy Yoga
Pregnancy Yoga is suitable for women in all stages, who may exercise during pregnancy. The class involves "opening" and posture work for easier movement in pregnancy, stretches and gentle aerobic and anaerobic exercises. There are pelvic floor exercises, breathing and vocalisation. Stress reduction is discussed and mothers are shown labour positions. The class ends with relaxation. The classes are suitable for mid pregnancy and late pregnancy (15 weeks onwards).Yoga is a wonderful way to relax during pregnancy.
- Learn Yoga postures, breathing and relaxation.
- Learn Posture alignment
- Reduce back pain
- Relaxation and Stress Reduction
- Prepare for labour and birth
- Develop Stretching and Strength
- Breathe to enhance your energy and prepare for birth