Yoga Styles
Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga targets the bodies deep connective tissue as opposed to the superficial muscles targeted during a yang style class. Yin yoga is a wonderful compliment to more active forms of yoga and important to incorporate into our busy lives which can overstress the body and overload the nervous system. Yin counter balances by focusing on passive postures performed on the floor and is designed to slow the body down, so it can regenerate and rebalance, Emphasis is placed on relaxing into a posture as opposed to muscle engagement . Yin softens the muscles and releases tension. Typically a Yin posture will be held for 3-5 minutes to allow this to happen. Yin is a wonderful way to go deeper into the experience of yoga as we rest in more meditative states allowing us to observe at a deeper level sensations and feelings , providing a opportunity to practice kindness towards ourselves. Yin helps stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system which regulates sleep, calms and balances the body and mind, regulates energy, increased mobility, lowers stress, builds stamina, lubricates and protects joints, allows more flexibility, releases fascia and helps with TMJ and migraines.
Regular practice of Yin Yoga fosters deeper relaxation and can help manage anxiety and stress.
Restorative Yoga
The practice of Restorative Yoga focuses on being receptive not active. Being not doing. During this practice you are supported in shapes with blocks, blankets or bolsters rather than the use of your muscles. The use of props assists the body to open up through a deep relaxing passive stretch Restorative Yoga assists our nervous system to switch from fight or flight to rest and digest. A deeply nourishing practice that will leave you feeling deeply relaxed in mind, body and spirit.
Hatha Yoga
The oldest most widely practiced yoga in the western world. Traditionally Hatha Yoga offered a total life philosophy, incorporating how we relate to external and internal experiences as a path to inner peace. All other physical practices of Yoga stem from Hatha Yoga. Slow Hatha is a low impact practice with a variation of sitting, laying, standing and twisting postures with focus on pranayama. Suitable for all levels.
Slow Hatha: A Chakra Focused Yoga Series
Beginning January
Are you seeking to harmonize mind, body, and spirit? Do you want to delve deeper into your inner energy centers? Join our Chakra Focused Yoga Series—a transformative journey designed to balance and align the Chakras over 28 weeks.
What to Expect:
In-Depth Exploration: Dedicate 4 weeks to each of the 7 chakras, starting with the Root Chakra (Mooladhara) and culminating with the Crown Chakra (Sahasrara).
Holistic Practices: Engage in Hatha Yoga poses, meditations, and breathing tailored to activate and balance each specific energy center.
Benefits of Chakra Balancing:
Enhanced Well-Being: Balancing chakras can promote physical, emotional, and spiritual health.
Stress Reduction: Practices like yoga and meditation, integral to chakra balancing, have been shown to reduce stress and anxiety.
Increased Vitality: Aligning your energy centers can lead to improved energy flow, enhancing overall vitality.
Scientific Insight:
"Chakras are the energy transducers for subtle energy, a healing energy that anyone can learn to perceive and utilize."
Embark on this journey to self-discovery and inner balance. Reserve your spot today and take the first step towards a more harmonious you in 2025.
"When all your energies are brought into harmony, your body flourishes in health, your mind in awareness, and your spirit in joy."
Mat Pilates
Mat Pilates focuses primarily on using your body weight for resistance, and exercises are performed on a padded mat. The focus remains on core strength, flexibility, balance, and controlled movement
Core Strength: Like all Pilates, mat Pilates places a strong emphasis on developing a powerful core. Exercises engage the deep abdominal muscles, lower back, and glutes to improve overall stability and support for the spine.
Flexibility: The range of motion and flexibility benefits of mat Pilates are similar to those offered by equipment-based Pilates. A variety of stretching exercises and movements help lengthen muscles and improve joint mobility, which can be performed without any additional equipment.
Posture: Mat Pilates encourages better posture by strengthening the muscles that support proper alignment. The focus on core stability, pelvic alignment, and spinal mobility contributes directly to postural improvements.
Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation: Mat Pilates is an excellent way to rehabilitate injuries, particularly for those recovering from musculoskeletal issues. The exercises can be modified to suit the individual's needs and limitations, ensuring a safe and effective practice.
Mental Clarity and Relaxation: Mat Pilates, like other forms of Pilates, helps reduce stress by promoting mindfulness and focused breathing. The slow, deliberate movements allow for a calming and restorative experience.
Improved Coordination: Many mat Pilates exercises require control, balance, and stability. These exercises can enhance your body’s coordination and proprioception (awareness of your body in space).
Low Impact: Mat Pilates offers all the benefits of a full-body workout without the risk of high-impact stress on joints. This makes it ideal for those who may have joint concerns or prefer a gentler workout.
Release 2 Rest
A hybrid class diligently created by senior yoga teacher Nikki. A deeply delicious class of releasing through mindful movement with breath melting into Yin and within , before resting and restoring. A fabulous class to release the week that was, to rest and restore for the week ahead. Sure to leave you feeling balanced , connected to self and rejuvenated.
Breathe & Be
Breathwork + Sound Healing + Yoga Nidra.
Yoga + Nidra = a specific yoga meditation technique allowing you to relax, recharge, rejuvenate and awaken your awareness to your higher consciousness.
By using the breathwork we can tap into our Nervous System and Limbic system to regulate emotions, memories, immune response and signaling our nervous system to calm the body.
Please note this is a gentle group exploration of the breath, your experience will be guided by Nikki
Flow 2 Slow Yoga
A meditative way of moving to help you find some space internally as well as externally, between your poses.
Move with your breath in this Hybrid style class with a combination of Vinyasa flow and hatha with fewer transitions than vinyasa and more flow than hatha. Intrigued? Come try it on for size! Your body and mind might just love it!